BMW has confirmed that it will be transitioning all its dealers in Europe into a unified agency-style, direct-to-customer sales model. Under the new approach, dealers, now known as retail partners, will no longer hold inventory of cars. As there is only one fixed price, customers won't need to compare discounts between dealers. Customers can enjoy full transparency on the currently available inventory nationwide and place their orders online. The retail partners will earn a fixed commission. The

Between now until 31-March 2023, all hybrid Volvo cars in Malaysia will enjoy a free 5-year service package (VSA5+). VSA5+, otherwise known as the 'Volvo Service Agreement 5 Plus’, is a 5-year comprehensive car service package from Volvo Cars that covers the first five car services including wear and tear items that may need to be replaced, as well as labour. All Volvo cars with a combustion engine have a 1-year / 20,000 km service interval. The promotion is available to customers who place thei

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely Holding) has announced that it has acquired a shareholding in Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (Aston Martin), representing 7.6 percent of the ordinary share capital of the ultra-luxury British performance brand. The amount of which Geely paid to acquire 7.6 percent share was not disclosed. Currently, Mercedes-Benz has 9.7 percent stake in Aston Martin and Mercedes still provides V8 engines to Aston Martin. Geely's Li Shufu owns nearly 10 percent stake in

Barely a year after its introduction in Malaysia, the W247 Mercedes-Benz B-Class is no more in Malaysia. The model can no longer be found on Mercedes-Benz’s Malaysia website. MBM introduced the W247-generation B-Class in Malaysia in the sole B200 variant back in October 2019. The B200, like its 200-series siblings, is powered by a 1.3-litre Renault-sourced turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that does 165 PS and 250 Nm. When it was still on sale, the Mercedes-Benz B200 was priced from RM 23

A cross between a traditional hatchback and a tall riding SUV, the so-called crossover segment is now the fastest growing segment in Malaysia. Buyers like the taller seating position offered by such cars because it’s easier to get in/out, and offers a more commanding view of the road ahead. However because crossovers are smaller than a traditional Honda CR-V class type of vehicle, it’s easier to park and cheaper to refuel, thus making such cars ideal for urbanities. The segment is overwhelmingly

Volvo XC40 Fully-electric will be on show to the public by the end of 2019 when it celebrates the world premiere and the brand’s first battery-powered electric after the launch of the Polestar 2. The Electric XC40 sets its strategic footprint in the Swedish carmaker's electrification plan, aiming to provide an electrified version of each model in its production line starting this year, whether using a mild hybrid, hybrid or battery-powered system. The company also expressed the expectation that