Toyota GR86 fitted with a 1.4-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder engine Runs on carbon-neutral synthetic fuel Used for development purposes only, for now It would seem like Toyota/Subaru are finally giving the people what they’ve been asking for – a turbocharged engine for the 86/BRZ twin. But don’t get too excited just yet, the photos you see here were taken during the testing phase of the biomass-derived synthetic fuel used for development and racing purposes. Earlier this year, Toyota announced th

Progress. In simple terms, it means advancements that help make human lives easier, happier, or even longer. Having sampled the W223 Mercedes-Benz S580e, I realised the S-Class hasn’t made as much progress in the past decade as it did in the 90s. Granted, it’s modernised but as far as the luxury experience goes - the plush interior, cocooned feeling, and magic carpet ride quality can be had even in the W220 S-Class that debuted in 1998. In fact, most modern features in cars today were already av

CKD Hyundai Ioniq 5 makes up 51 percent of new Hyundai cars booked at the 2022 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) Over 3,000 visitors test drove the Ioniq 5, first EV experience for many Hyundai Ioniq 5 is locally-assembled (CKD) in Indonesia, a world’s first The locally-assembled (CKD) Hyundai Ioniq 5 for Indonesia is off to a very strong start in ASEAN’s largest car market. At the recently concluded 2022 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS, 31-March to 10-April), Hyundai recorded o

Now open for bookings, the 2021 Perodua Aruz receives a few updates. Prices for the Malaysian SUV remains the same, from RM 68,526 for the 1.5X variant, and RM 73,226 for the range-topping 1.5AV. This update sees Passion Red Metallic introduced for the model, but this is only for the 1.5AV variant. Other than that, both variants now benefit from a new side step and auto-locking doors. No other changes were highlighted otherwise. Performance should stay the same, and GearUp accessory choices rema

Rivalling European FR compact sedans, the Lexus IS traces back all the way to the infamous Toyota Altezza. Currently in its third generation, the IS received its last facelift in 2016. The IS badge will now be succeeded by a fourth generation that we only get a glimpse of its full-width LED taillights. The fourth generation IS will debut in a digital world premiere at 8:00am JST June 10. The program will include a virtual press conference in the US, where it will debut at 7:00 pm Eastern Dayligh

The G30 BMW 5 Series is about to receive a facelift, due later this year. Although with the Covid-19 situation, it may arrive later than initially anticipated. In the facelift, a new plug-in hybrid powertrain is expected make its way into the 5 Series as reported by BMW Blog, likely called the 545e and potentially replaces the 530e. Sitting under the bonnet will be a 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six engine that makes 286 PS and 450 Nm of torque on its own. Supplementing the engine is a 113 PS