Lexus will be introducing at least one new model in Malaysia next year, according to the company's latest press statement. However, that one-liner in the release doesn't tell all too much about what model it could be, though realistically it could be either the all-new 2024 Lexus LM, Lexus LBX, or the battery-electric (BEV) Lexus RZ. These are the three most plausible ones, given that the rest of the range have either not been updated yet or, not quite suitable, or no longer offered. For example

There’s a post on social media that made rounds within this writer’s circle discussing the interview with Tetsuya Tada, the Chief Engineer responsible for the Toyota 86/BRZ and GR Supra projects, in which he spoke to Japanese car magazine WebCG. Tada said that there’s no such thing as a perfect car, and that the primary factor to consider is whether you regard a car as an object of passion or a practical tool. No car can serve both roles without compromises as the qualities required for each pur

It was a stellar year for the Isuzu D-Max in 2022 as they nearly doubled their 2021 sales figures, having delivered a record-breaking 9,211 units and climbed to third in the Malaysian pick-up segment. For 2023, they’ve clearly got their sights set on climbing higher with a slew of improvements across the entire range. The entire line-up has received some upgrades in terms of equipment with all 4x4 variants getting an electronically actuated rear differential lock as standard. Previously dubbed t

The current, second generation Toyota Avanza is now reaching the 10th year of its model life. Granted, it has received many updates since, including two new NR series 1.3-litre and 1.5-litre aluminum block Dual VVT-i engines introduced in 2015, followed by a styling update in 2019 (now including Android Auto/Apple CarPlay). An all-new third generation model is expected to make its global debut in Indonesia by 2022, and rumour has it that the current model’s rear-wheel drive layout will be droppe

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

Let’s paint a scenario, you reverse your spanking new car into a parking lot, hopped out of your car and a good Samaritan came up to inform you that you’re missing a reverse light and strongly advice you to have it changed for safety reasons. FYI, there’s nothing wrong with your car. Because many cars are now equipped with 1 reverse light while the slot for the other light has been replaced with a rear fog lamp. Contrary to popular arguments online (just Google it, it’s quite a heated debate), c