The 2022 Perodua Alza and upcoming 2022 Toyota Veloz are based on the same platform, share the same powertrain, and will be built by Perodua, in Rawang. However, with prices estimated at RM 95k, the 2022 Veloz costs some RM 20k more than the top-spec 2022 Alza, which might make you wonder - are 2022 Veloz customers paying for a badge, or is there more than meets the eye? Also read: All-new 2022 Toyota Veloz for Malaysia: With ACC, wireless AA/CP, est. price RM 95k Here's a shortlist of all the d

The cost to locally-assemble (CKD) a new model have tripled in the last 10 years, says Kia distributor Dinamikjaya Motors, whose parent company Bermaz Auto holds 33.3 percent of Kia Malaysia, the manufacturing arm of the Korean marque here. While Kia Malaysia and Bermaz Auto declined to reveal the amount invested into local manufacturing, we understand that it is a low-mid range 8-digit sum, in Ringgit. Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Executive Chairman Dato' Sri Ben Yeoh explained tha

It's rumoured the new Alza will adopt a new name The new name will signify a new, more premium look for the seven-seater Perodua hasn't trademarked any new names, all things points toward an existing registered name The Perodua Alza has been around since 2009 and is one of the oldest new vehicles for sale in Malaysia. Just a quick glance at its spec sheet will confirm this. Fortunately, come April 2022 the current model will cease production in lieu of a full-model change. However, it’s rumoured

The Toyota Alphard might be a favourite among power brokers who enjoy getting their faces plastered in disaster zones but it is ageing. The current third-generation has been around since 2015 which doesn’t sound like much but it is due for an update which could be released in 2022. We’ve ran a few scoops on everyone’s favourite luxury breadbox on wheels with the most notable being a change in powertrain options. Though our previous reports also showed that the Alphard could retain its majestic m

The locally-assembled (CKD) in Pekan 2020 Mitsubishi Xpander is now open for booking in Malaysia and as usual with all new cars, we have the complete run down for you right here. Let’s go! What’s the price of the new Mitsubishi Xpander? Prices have not been announced yet. Though we estimate it to be circa RM 100,000, the actual prices should be released as the car nears its November launch date. How big is the Mitsubishi Xpander? Part of what makes the Xpander spacious is its size - it's bigger

A couple of weeks ago, UMW Toyota Motor introduced its dedicated online showroom where you can book your new Toyota model. Apart from its dedicated online showroom, you can also book a new Toyota on Lazada. Booking fees start from: RM 250 (Toyota Vios, Yaris, Rush, Hilux, Avanza, Hiace Panel Van) RM 350 (Toyota Innova) RM 500 (Toyota Corolla Altis, Camry, Alphard, Vellfire) RM 1,000 (Toyota Harrier) Curiously, the Toyota C-HR isn't in the list. After paying the refundable booking fee, you will r