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

Leaked images of the BMW i5 have surfaced ahead of its global reveal next week on 24-May, providing the clearest look yet of the upcoming electric vehicle (EV). The i5 is the EV version of the upcoming all-new G60 2023 BMW 5 Series. Based on the leaked images, the front fascia is more angular than before with sharper headlamps and a larger kidney grille. The lower front bumper sports a more prominent central intake, larger and hexagonal in shape, similar to the facelifted (LCI) G20 3 Series. Lik

SAE Level 3 automated driving First to obtain approval in Germany Available in the S-Class and EQS Mercedes-Benz has launched the Drive Pilot conditional automated driving assistance system (SAE Level 3) in Germany. The system can be ordered as an optional extra for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Mercedes-Benz EQS for 5,000 euros (around RM 22k) and 7,430 euros (around RM 34k). Drive Pilot enables customers to hand the driving task over to the system under certain conditions in heavy traffic or c

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

The BMW 5 Series, a perennial favourite in the luxury sedan segment, is set to one up its arch-nemesis, the Mercedes Benz E-Class in our local market. Our sources indicate that the G30-generation LCI (facelift in BMW-lingo) BMW 5 Series will be unveiled in the first half of this year. While we await news of the facelifted W213 Mercedes E-Class to be launched in our local market (it has been launched in neighbouring Thailand), BMW is set to steal a march by launching the LCI 5-er earlier, to cons

BMW Malaysia today unveiled a new variant to their 5 Series line up in Malaysia with this, the 2021 BMW 530i M Sport Dark Shadow Edition. With only 36 units on offer, on-the-road prices for the locally-assembled (CKD) Dark Shadow Edition starts at RM 392,800 (sans insurance, inclusive of SST). This price is an additional RM 10k above the standard BMW 530i M Sport, so let's see what's new here. If the name is any clue, don't expect the bright yellows and greens like you see on the all-new 2020 BM