Daihatsu Rocky’s and Toyota Raize’s combined figures would’ve made it Japan’s best-selling non-kei car for 2022 Between the '90s and 2000s, Mercedes-Benz made multiple proposals to end sales of the ageing G-Class and merge it with its other SUVs Demand from Japan halted the proposals as Japan buys 1 in every 8 new G-Class sold worldwide In the ‘80s, when hot money was flooding Japan and the Toyota Corolla was Japan's best-selling car, the E30 BMW 3 Series was known in Japan as the Roppongi Corol

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is one of the most popular Mercedes-Benz models in the world, though its popularity is waning in light of the rise of its SUV brethren. For nearly 30 years (40 if you want to include the original baby Benz, the W201), the C-Class has been the “compakt” class of the three-pointed star. Though the role of an entry-level Mercedes-Benz has since been taken over by the A-Class, the C-Class is still seen by many fans as one of the proper Benzes that exude elegance when you gl

We’ve previously reported that the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan (V177) will not be replaced after the current generation model ends. The move is part of Mercedes-Benz Cars’ efforts to streamline its product offerings, focusing on higher margin products. It begs the question, is Mercedes-Benz really going to exit the compact sedan segment entirely? Not at all, according to a recent report from German business publications Automobilwoche. The report claims that the vacuum that will soon be left in

After a brief pause, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) will soon resume its deployment of Mercedes-Benz EQ-branded public charging facilities in the country. This is to support the eventual launch of Mercedes-Benz EQ series battery electric vehicle (BEV) models in the country. Speaking at a media event earlier this month, Vice-President Michael Jopp said MBM will support Malaysia’s transition into electric mobility not just with its range of electrified products, but also in deployment of supporting

The recently launched 10-seater Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer (CBU from Vitoria, Spain) available at Hap Seng Star competes in a sparsely populated segment. As far Malaysia is concerned, the Vito Tourer has no direct rival, though the RM 446k Toyota Alphard 3.5L, RM 367k Toyota Vellfire 2.5L, and the RM 359k Hyundai Staria – all 7-seater vans - falls within the same shopping basket. Globally, the Vito’s closest rival is the Volkswagen Transporter and the Toyota GranAce / Hiace Super Grandia variant,

** This article is the personal experience of a 2008 Mercedes-Benz C200K owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: Harindranath Ravindranath My Aspiration Well, before I start on my car, a little bit about myself. I am a self-proclaimed car buff (totally my own opinion). So, when I was old enough to buy my own car, I decided I shall own cars that are known for something. Good design, great performance, unique shape, a great ride, etc. Boring cars that a normal person