The all-new (G61) BMW 5 Series Touring has entered production in Dingolfing, Germany, marking a significant milestone for BMW whilst delivering an absolutely beautiful model for many BMW wagon fans. The G61 Touring also becomes the first model of its kind to offer 4 powertrains for a single model - petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid and full electric as well. Note that the (G60) BMW 5 Series sedan is only available as a petrol, PHEV and BEV(i5). Also read: All-new G60 2023 BMW 5 Series and i5 reveal

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

The current W213 generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class will soon bow out to make way for an all-new W214 generation model, which will be launched in 2023. The latest E-Class will also be joined by an EV variant developed specifically for China, confirms CEO Ola Källenius. Speaking at yesterday’s ‘Economics of Desire’ strategy update event, Källenius said Mercedes-Benz Group's product strategy for its Core Luxury segment, which includes both the C-Class and E-Class – its highest volume contributors –

BMW Group Malaysia has exported over 4,600 cars from its vehicle assembly plant in Kulim, since 2018 when the company's exports programme began, thus making it one of Malaysia's largest exporter of premium cars, if not the largest. It should also be noted that the Kulim-assembled BMW and MINI models are powered by engines that are also assembled in the adjacent engine assembly facility. Opened in 2018, the RM 132 million SDAE Engine Assembly Facility in Kulim makes 3- and 4-cylinder diesel and p

Naza Italia-Maserati has just unveiled the new 2022 Maserati Ghibli Hybrid, one of the most ambitious projects by the Italian trident brand. Despite the hybrid name, it's really a mild-hybrid which means it can't accelerate from standstill on electric power alone. There are two variants available for the hybrid sports luxury saloon which are: Ghibli Hybrid – From RM 427,800 Ghibli Hybrid GranSport – From RM 456,800 Both prices exclude local duties and taxes but the Ghibli Hybrid is a bargain con

** This article is the personal experience of a 2003 Mercedes-Benz W211 E240 owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Instagram: Aston Hooi The Mercedes-Benz W211 E240 is the first Euro car my family has ever owned – prior to this it was all JDM and Local. I picked up this gem of a car in 2016, as a replacement to my tired XV20 Toyota Camry. Our other options that we were mulling over included the XV30 Camry, 7th gen Honda Accord and BMW E60. Eventually after lots of discussio