Throwing at least most of its eggs in the EV basket, Panasonic is in talks to sell a stake in its Panasonic Automotive Systems (PAS) auto parts business to a US asset management firm as the company refocuses its plans firmly towards EV batteries and associated technologies. In a recent statement, Panasonic stated it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Apollo Global Management which will see both parties continue discussions on an exclusive basis with an aim to conclude the deal by Marc

In just a little over a month since its global debut, the Tesla Model 3 ‘Highland’ has arrived in Malaysia. The Tesla Model 3 Highland starts at RM 189,000 for the Standard Range variant and RM 218,000 for the Long Range model. These prices exclude additional options like special colours and full self-driving capability, which can add RM 5,000 to RM 32,000 to the base price. The Standard Range Model 3 features a rear-mounted electric motor for rear-wheel drive (RWD). It offers a range of 513 km

If you were tired of the traditionally Japanese-dominated D-segment here, the Volkswagen Passat was the last continental large sedan you could get here until it was discontinued recently. While it wasn’t perfect, it did offer that continental sophistication with an impressive ride and the current B8 Passat was even crowned the 2015 European Car of the Year. Unfortunately though, the new Passat that’s due for a September 2023 debut will likely not make its way here. The reason comes down to the f

Whilst restomods creations are nothing new, the Prodrive P25 is one that is built by the original makers of the legend itself, but made better in every way. Now feast your eyes on this rare beast now displayed in all its glory at the ongoing Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) 2023. Limited to just 25 units, the Prodrive P25 is built as a homage to the original Subaru Impreza 22B STI which, in itself was a bespoke homologation model made to dominate the World Rally Championship (WRC). 25 yea

Volvo Car Malaysia introduced its first dedicated body repair and paint service facilities through the launch of the Volvo Certified Damage Repair Centre (VCDR), and it's a service that's now available at Federal Auto Cars, Glenmarie. Nick Connor, Head of Volvo Cars APEC, was present with Charles Frump, Managing Director of Volvo Cars to officially launch VCDR. “We are very happy to be able to witness the milestones that Volvo Car Malaysia has achieved thus far,” said Nick Connor. “From the impl

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia is set to introduce three new models this week - namely the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon R-Line, Volkswagen Passat R-Line and the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace. All three models will be unveiled at the Volkswagen Tour, which takes place from August 12 to 16 at 1 Utama Shopping Centre. The Arteon R-Line shares the same front-wheel drive powertrain as the latest Passat Elegance, which means a 2.0-litre four-cylinder TSI engine that makes 190 PS and 320 Nm, mated to a seve