The 2024 Kia Carnival makes a very compelling MPV and there are 3 seating configurations to choose from across 4 variants. With the recent launch of the locally assembled (CKD) 11-seater last month, all variants of the Malaysian-spec Kia Carnival are now CKD in Kulim, Kedah. The Carnival looks as grand as the default luxury MPV duo of important folks, the Toyota Vellfire and Toyota Alphard. Yet, at around the same price as a recond unit of the two luxury breadboxes on wheels, the Korean MPV migh

Long waiting period of more than 3 months for popular new car models has become the norm since the Covid-19 pandemic started in 2020. Shortage in labour and supply of semiconductor parts post-pandemic, along with unstable logistics, make it difficult to predict when will this problem go away. We’ve already compiled the waiting period for Perodua models here. Now it’s Proton’s turn. The short answer is between 1 to 5 months, which is a lot shorter than Perodua’s 6.5 to 9.5 months for a Perodua Be

Nissan has just launched the all-new C28 2023 Nissan Serena in Japan, superseding the C27-generation model that has been around since 2016. Changes are aplenty with the C28 Serena, including the new ProPilot 2.0 ADAS suite and improved e-Power series-hybrid powertrain. Also Read: All-new 2023 Nissan Serena (C28) rendered - Launching in Japan in Nov but much later for Malaysia In Japan, prices of the C28 Serena start from JPY 3.269 million (~RM 106k) for the base Highway Star V variant, before to

The Toyota Avanza is no longer in Malaysia and replacing it is the all-new 2022 Toyota Veloz. The twin to the newly-launched (and hotly sought-after) D27A Perodua Alza has yet to reveal its launch date but UMW Toyota (UMWT) recently uploaded another feature teaser on its social media channels. This time, the highlight is the 7-seater MPV/SUV/crossover’s ground clearance which is measured at 190 mm. That’s 30 mm higher than the Alza with variants bearing the 16-inch wheels (H and AV) having a mer

By now most of you would know that the ongoing semiconductor shortage has affected a number of car manufacturers, though in some cases, the severity is model-dependent. Case in point is Proton. While the Proton X50 and X70’s waiting period stretches well into 2022, other Proton models have a much shorter waiting period. Also Read: What's the waiting period for a Proton X50 or X70? SST exemptions to end in 3 months time According to Proton dealers we spoke to, those who booked a Proton Saga or Pr

Looking to purchase your dream Nissan but can’t do so thanks to the extended Movement Control Order (MCO)? Now you can do so online as Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has introduced its virtual showroom to cater to consumers' inquiries relating to vehicle purchases. All you need to do is visit their website and submit an online form or request for vehicle booking arrangements, which will direct you to their dedicated Nissan sales representative within 24 hours. If you fancy a test drive right at y