First announced back in 2017 before going into production two years later, Mazda’s innovative SkyActiv-X engines could be axed in the near future, as reported by Japan’s BestCarWeb. For those in the dark, Mazda’s SkyActiv-X engine features a lean burning and supercharged 2.0-litre Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI) engine, producing 180 PS and 224 Nm. Think of SkyActiv-X as the engine that combines the benefits of both gasoline and diesel engines into one. According to the report by B

If you’re looking for the most head-turning car for the least amount of money, then we would direct you towards the 2022 Peugeot 2008. It’s arguably the most stylish B-segment SUV you can buy in Malaysia at the moment. On the outside, the full LED headlamps with the “triple-claw” vertical DRLs and a single illuminated strip, stretching nearly the entire height of the bumper give it the road presence almost none other in its class can command. Also read: All-new 2022 Peugeot 2008 CKD launched in

At the sidelines of the 2022 Proton X70 facelift (MC1), we've learnt that the update also increases the percentage of local content in the car - now standing at 70 percent. This is a substantial increase over the 45 percent of the initial CKD model that was first launched in 2020. A big contributor to this bump is its three-cylinder mill. Plucked from the X50, the 1.5-litre turbocharged engine (177 PS/255 Nm) is locally-assembled, though the 1.8-litre engine remains for the highest variant. Othe

With the launch of the 2020 Proton X50, Malaysians now have yet another SUV to shop for - even if it means waiting some time for one. Since prices for the X50 overlaps with the 2020 Proton X70, let's park these cars side-by-side, go through each point and then help you pick out the perfect Proton. Note that we're pitting the range-toppers of each model, the X50 Flagship and the X70 Premium X. Prices - not too different We realise Malaysians are prone to cross-shopping between prices more than ve

The majority of us who are driving have likely experienced a 3-cylinder engine at some point in our lives, particularly if you’re under 40 because the learner car is probably a Perodua Kancil/Viva/Axia. And if you’re able to recall, I’m sure there was a noticeable amount of vibration from the engine. That's one of the differences of a 3-cylinder vs 4-cylinder engine. 3 cylinder vs 4 cylinder One of the characteristics of a 3-cylinder engine is the vibration. It’s a rough feeling and because of t

Geely has dropped several more teaser of its upcoming Haoyue SUV, which could potentially serve as Proton’s flagship model. Interior – Fancy and upmarket to be in This time around, Geely mentioned that the Haoyue can be had either as a 5- or 7-seater. Then there’s the massive 60-inch panoramic sunroof, which is one of the biggest in the segment. Exterior – The Haoyue is massive To recap, the Geely Haoyue is a XXXL-sized SUV that is set to sit on top of the line-up. It is larger in size than the