British electrification specialist Equipmake has launched a 3D-printed electric motor that weighs just 20 kgs and produces approximately 300 PS, or about as much as the 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder found in the Volkswagen Golf R. Dubbed the Ampere-220 e-axle – this compact electric motor is one of the most advanced 3D-printed electric motors in the world with all power electronics, including the company’s own silicon carbide inverter, and an integrated transmission system in a compact un

Arguably one of the most popular German C-segment hatchbacks has returned to Malaysia, as Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has opened bookings for the new 2022 Volkswagen Golf TSI R-Line Mk8. Estimated prices for the CKD 2022 VW Golf Mk8 starts from RM 155k to RM 165k. The estimated prices are lower than the previous-generation Mk7.5 Golf as the model is now locally-assembled (CKD) at DRB-Hicom's plant in Pekan, Pahang. The previous-generation Mk7.5 Golf was imported (CBU) from Germany.

Previously, we shared a guide on what you need to know if you were on the market for a used VW Jetta. But what if you prefer something without a boot? A hatchback then? One that drives as well - or better - than the Jetta? Then perhaps the VW Golf TSI is right up your alley. In this guide, we will discuss both the Mk6 and Mk7 (which includes the Mk7.5 as well) TSI versions. Whilst the Golf Mk6 Golf is mechanically similar to the Jetta, the biggest change in the Mk7 is that it utilises the newer

The Hyundai i30N is the third best-selling hot hatch in Europe, according to data compiled by Jato Dynamics’ analyst Felipe Munoz. In the first half of 2020, Europe’s performance/hot hatch segment remains overwhelmingly dominated by the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which sold 5,640 units in the first six months of 2020. Following far behind is the Mercedes-AMG A35, with 3,611 units delivered. Trailing closely behind the A35 is the Hyundai i30N, with 3,425 units delivered. The BMW M135i and Ford Focus ST

Ask anyone who has ever driven a Volkswagen Golf R and they’ll tell you that it’s no slouch. However, German tuner ‘The Turbo Engineers’ thought that it needs a little more pep in its step. Enter what could possibly be the only five-cylinder Golf R in the world. The stock four-pot was swapped for a 2.5-litre turbo unit from the Audi RS3 but with a name like ‘The Turbo Engineers’, they took it upon themselves to strap a bigger turbo on it. Because that's what you do to make 740 PS. 40 PS more tha

Let’s face it, the Mazda 3 is not for everybody. If you are going to compare it against its segment rivals like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla Altis, then it means that you can’t afford it, because the Mazda 3 will never make sense if one is to compare it that way. The Mazda 3 is at least RM 20,000 more expensive than an equivalent Honda Civic or a Toyota Corolla Altis. In what universe will this constitute as a recommended buy? There’s no logic to purchasing a Mazda 3. Actually, apart from