The Mercedes-Benz brand is one that is steeped in tradition. With more than 70 years of history in Malaysia, generations of Malaysians recognize it as the country’s most desired premium car brand. However, that deep rooted tradition also means that the brand must be mindful to not be stuck in the past. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) can’t continue to operate like it did when Ipoh tin mining tycoons were still around. In 1988, Mercedes-Benz sold less than 500 cars annually here. Today, MBM sells ar

The fifth-generation E60 BMW 5 Series was born at the cusp of a new era for BMW. In addition to technological advancement, the E60 5 Series also ushered in a styling renaissance under the stewardship of Chris Bangle. Some 15 years on, it remains a thoroughly modern-looking (and driving) sedan – the only difference is it costs a fraction of what it did when new. Today, one could pick up a well-kept and honest example for just under RM 35k, and despite a reputation of having finicky electronics (w

What uncle car? Like any new-age celebrity, the all-new 2022 Honda Civic has made its global debut through a livestream, on Twitch no less! The roster of changes on this 11th-generation (FE-series) Civic sees the model get various performance, feature, and safety updates. Exterior - Safe, typical Honda Civic Keep in mind that this reveal pertains to the United States-spec car - details of Asian versions will be released in due time. The sedan is assembled in the company's Alliston, Canada plant.

There’s a quote by a former US president that goes, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” A car that reminded me of the quote is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line. Why did I say so? Well, when we buy cars, chances are, we’ll make a shortlist and then compare the candidates. In this case, if you’re in the market for a compact executive sedan, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line is likely on your shortlist along with its rivals like the G20 BMW 320i Sport or the Volvo S60 T8 R-Design. In isolation

The Z223 generation 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class made its world premiere last week at the 2020 Guangzhou Auto Show. Based on the V223 generation S-Class, Mercedes-Benz’s latest flagship sedan benefits from a 18 cm longer wheelbase, itself already 11 cm longer than the standard wheelbase W223 S-Class. As before, the rear doors are unique to the Maybach, necessitated by its longer wheelbase. For the first time ever for a Maybach, the rear doors close automatically, and we are not talking about so

BMW is pushing ahead its ‘Power of Choice’ agenda as the next-generation BMW 5 Series and BMW X1 will feature an all-electric powertrain. Like the 2020 BMW iX3, BMW will offer four powertrain options for these next-gen models, including the BMW 7 Series: conventional petrol and diesel engines, both with 48-volt mild-hybrid technology, plus a plug-in hybrid and a pure-electric drivetrain. By the time these models arrive, BMW would have already rolled out the iNext electric SUV, i4 electric sedan