Let’s face it – the Nissan Almera nameplate doesn’t exactly conjure the best of memories for most folks, given how abysmal the previous N17 generation was. Now, after spending even more quality time with the brand-new N18-generation Almera, we’re certain that Nissan is back, stronger than ever. First things first – out goes the gutless naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre engine paired to an equally-old 4-speed torque converter gearbox. The new-generation N18 Almera gets a properly sophisticated turboc

Eye candies are usually exquisite works of art that seem to be out of reach for many of us. Whether they’re models, artworks, or even cars, these beauties can’t be experienced by many of us regular folk. But hang on, as the overused saying goes: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Calling something pretty or beautiful is purely subjective. For some of us, we enjoy the beauty in what some might consider the mundane. Let’s face it, some of us would much rather get the girl next door than a super

Honda Malaysia has just unveiled the all-new 2020 Honda City, which is set to go head-to-head against the soon-to-be-launched all-new Nissan Almera and Toyota Vios. Now that the launch has been done and dusted, let’s take a closer look and see how these models fare against each other. Powertrain – Plenty of choices in the B-segment market Not too long ago, those looking for a B-segment sedan had very limited options to choose from, with most engine being offered are naturally-aspirated petrol en

If you think that the Drive68 body kit on the all-new Nissan Almera is just a little too tame for you, then take a load of this ultra-aggressive LUMGA body kit created by body kit company Amotriz in Thailand. At first glance, the futuristic and aggressive body kit reminds one of the sporty kits on the Honda Civic Type-R and Nissan GT-R R35. The body kit includes a modified front bumper, sharp side skirting, a choice of massive rear spoiler or a ducktail style spoiler, and a rear bumper that make

It is official – the upcoming all-new 2020 Nissan Almera for Malaysia will be getting a turbocharged engine, replacing the outgoing model’s naturally-aspirated unit. On the surface, it appears that Edaran Tan Chong Motor, the official distributor of Nissan vehicles, has wisen up and decided to give Malaysians a better powertrain than before. But is that really the case? Well, the actual reason is due to the fact that ETCM does not have any other engine option to offer in the all-new Almera. Let

Nissan Almera The Nissan Almera we see on our roads are nigh on 8 years old now and its replacement is coming to Malaysia. However, with the Covid-19 pandemic, plans have been understandably affected. We've been up close and personal with the all-new Nissan Almera, so here are our impressions of the Almera and everything we know about it up to this point. 1. When will the Nissan Almera arrive? Changes in government policy towards vehicle pricing and the Covid-19 pandemic have put things on hold