The Nissan Almera, Mazda 2, and Honda HR-V have emerged as quality winners, according to J.D. Power's Thailand Initial Quality Study (IQS). 5,419 new vehicle owners were surveyed from May to September 2022, with their cars evaluated against 8 metrics: Exterior Driving experience Features/controls/displays Seats Audio/communication/entertainment/navigation Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Interior Engine/transmission. Initial quality is measured by the number of problems experienced per 100 v

Think the Ford Ranger Raptor is too common with too many fakes on the road? By mid-2023, there will be an official, Ford-approved right-hand drive Ford F-150. Currently, the Ford F-150 is only available in left-hand drive format, sold predominantly in North American markets of USA and Canada, but it’s also available in China. There are right-hand drive F-150 models available, one of it is even sold in Malaysia by a grey importer but these are all converted units and the work is not recognized by

The current-gen T6 Ford Ranger has been running around for what seems like forever and yet it is still a popular choice among urban warriors. Despite its popularity, particularly in Vietnam, the T6 Ranger’s retirement is imminent with Ford teasing the all-new 2022 Ford Ranger in its latest video. Compared to the one featured by Ford Thailand last month, the next-generation Ranger this time has most of the covered-up bits taken off and features a unique camouflage design. Ford is very proud of th

A 7-seater makes sense for someone who wants a vehicle large enough to carry the whole family for a trip back to their hometown. Whether it's an MPV, an SUV, or a crossover, there's still a demand for them in Malaysia. But what if you’re considering a 7-seater that wouldn’t break your wallet? There are a few brand-new 7-seaters which cost under RM 100,000. The online classifieds offer even more options if you don’t mind going second-hand. So, for this Top Rank, we take a look at 7 of the most bu

(2020 Perodua Bezza specs & price | Gallery) The range-topping Perodua Bezza 1.3 Advance is in many ways, a misunderstood car. Mainly because of its hefty asking price (for A-segment sedan) of RM 49,980. In comparison, the most cheap 2019 Proton Saga 1.3 Premium sells for RM 39,800 – a cool RM 10,000 cheaper. With a budget of circa RM 50k, one would also look at the Perodua Myvi 1.3 H (RM 50,290) and Proton Persona 1.6 Executive (RM 49,600). Cross-segment shopping is not uncommon given how sensi

The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated heart of the 2019 Toyota Yaris is a familiar unit. The 2NR-FE engine is one that powers the Toyota Vios and has been in use since UMW Toyota gave the sedan an update in 2016. Back then, UMW claims that the new engine was an effort for better fuel efficiency, and the Yaris definitely proves itself to be a fuel sipping car. Mated to a CVT with seven sequential gears, the Yaris’ engine produces 107 PS and 140 Nm, 13 PS less than Honda Jazz. It’s hardly the fastest