“Race on Sunday, sell on Monday.” The initial interpretation of the phrase may have changed over the decades but even in its evolved form, it very much remains relevant to the passionate flames in the world of motorsports and the carmakers that still keep that inferno burning for petrolheads. Back in the day, the phrase was conjured up as a way to boost sales. Carmakers would go racing over the weekend with the hopes of winning and seeing that top step of the podium translate into showroom sales

New-gen Proton Saga arriving in 2024 Manual transmission almost certainly coming Likely still same P2 platform as the current model After what seemed like an eternity without a new sedan in sight, Proton is developing not one, but two new sedan models. The current-generation Proton Saga, codenamed P2-13A, has been around since 2016. It received its first major update in 2019, encompassing revised looks and a Hyundai-sourced torque converter automatic. Moving forward, word on the grapevine is tha

With 42,627 units of the Proton Saga and 16,153 units of the Proton Persona sold in 2021, this marks both of Proton’s oldest sedans being the most preferred choice, marking a 51-percent share in their sales volume. The best-selling model was the Proton Saga, with 42,627 units sold. The Saga still trails the Perodua Bezza in terms of sales, but Proton pointed out that the Saga managed to closed the gap with the Bezza. In fact, this sales figure also includes units exported to various parts of the

Malaysians would recognise the Honda Insight as Honda’s copy rival to the Toyota Prius. Both models were introduced here at a time when hybrid cars received favourable tax incentives but that never lasted, sadly. Both the Toyota Prius and Honda Insight continued being sold overseas with their respective new generations missing the boat to Malaysia. The current Honda Insight, in particular, was introduced in 2018 and was essentially a Honda Civic Hybrid with a different name. Also read: Used hybr

Seeing that the second Movement Control Order (MCO 2.0) was enforced on 13-January 2021, sales of motor vehicles also took a heavy beating. Proton sold 5,964 cars in January, down 29.9% compared to January 2020, capturing an estimated market share of 18.5%. This marks a 1.0% drop in market share compared to the same period last year. The best-selling Proton model was the Proton Saga, with 2,583 units delivered in January. The Proton X70 continues to lead the C-segment SUV category with 1,082 uni

Volkswagen Malaysia introduced the Volkswagen Passat R-Line as a new variant on top of the Passat Elegance. It competes against the likes of Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The 2020 Volkswagen Passat R-Line is priced at RM 204,433 (OTR without insurance and SST). If you’re eyeing on the Passat R-Line, we’ve lined up the pros and cons to help with your buying decision. Pros: Excellent ride quality Effortless driving experience Spacious and upmarket interior Fuel efficient Cons: No ADAS Pricier tha