The Malaysian automotive landscape completely changed on 25 May 2005 with the launch of the first generation Perodua Myvi. P2 was the second choice among Malaysians and it was even stated explicitly in the name but the Myvi became a sensational smash that Perodua began overtaking Proton as Malaysia’s best-selling brand not long after. The Myvi has gone through 3 generations since its launch nearly 20 years ago and barely stepped off the top podium in the sales chart every year. It’s not the same

Compared to Malaysians, Thais are more accepting of hybrid cars probably also due to the more expensive petrol prices over in the Kingdom. While Toyota might be the brand that many around the world see as the pioneer of hybrid vehicles, Honda is the most preferred brand for Thais when it comes to getting one. In 2022, Honda is ranked number one in terms of electrified vehicles (xEV) sales in Thailand with cumulative sales of 26,660 units which translate to a 30% market share. Honda offers 6 e:HE

Twelve months after flood related supply issues suppressed sales at the beginning of 2022, national carmaker Proton enjoyed its best start to a year since 2013. With 11,681 units (domestic and export) sold in January 2023, sales have grown by 162.3% year-on-year, resulting in the company comfortably retaining second place in the sales table. Proton's market share for the month is estimated to be 22.9%, an improvement of more than 12% year-on year and over 3% better than its market share figure o

Out with the Jazz, in with the Honda City Hatchback – Honda Malaysia has just introduced the GN-series Honda City Hatchback in Malaysia and it is aimed squarely at the Toyota Yaris. Now, both the City Hatchback and Yaris are natural rivals – both share a similar 1.5-litre engine mated to a CVT transmission and a priced very close to each other. The City Hatchback offers a sophisticated hybrid powertrain and adaptive cruise control Yaris offers 7 airbags for all variants Also Read: Launched in Ma

In much the same vein as the earlier Honda City RS, Honda Malaysia is back it again with another spicy video ad for the upcoming City Hatchback. This time hitting out at the Toyota Yaris, and even used its marketing tagline against it. The video is creative and there is much to be appreciated about Honda’s bold marketing approach, which requires the viewer to pick up the comparisons made between the City Hatchback and several other Toyota models featured in the video. To gain context, we first h

Not allowed to steal the spotlight from the ID 3 electric hatchback at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the 2020 Volkswagen Golf recently allowed to circulating about the road again before its official debut in October. (Picture Credit: @johannes.vag) So what can you expect from The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf? Sharper, Stronger and Faster, that's what that is. Sharper At first glance, you will recognize its one of the Glofs from the general side shape and classic C-pillar design. To the front end