When Hyundai snatched Albert Biermann away from the clasps of BMW, the automotive world stood up and took notice. In the 6 years since, he’s elevated them into the upper echelons of motoring with their N Performance division and a more premium image for the marque. He’s now calling it a day but will remain as an advisor for the group. As Hyundai Motor Group today announced that Biermann, President and Head of the Research and Development (R&D) Division for the Group, is retiring but will continu

As we venture further into Q2 of 2021 with several launches already taken place earlier this year, let’s continue looking forwards to upcoming cars that are slated to be launched in Malaysia sometime in 2021. Do note that some of the cars mentioned are based on prediction, with varying levels of possibility. With that out of the way, let us crack on. Upcoming cars in 2021 - Toyota Camry facelift / GR 86 UMW Holdings Berhad outlined the models that are set to be introduced here in the fourth quar

This week, we're moving on to D-segment sedans in the WapCar Ratings. Starting with the 2020 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TSI Elegance, we'll evaluate all aspects from driving performance to purchase and cost. Volkswagen Passat Driving Performance – 37/50 pts, torquey engine and agile handling 2020 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TSI Elegance - Facts and Figures Engine 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo Transmission 7-speed dual-clutch automatic Power 190 PS @ 4,180 - 6,000 rpm Torque 320 Nm @ 1,500 - 4,180 rpm Weight 1,455

Volkswagen dealerships nationwide will be hosting a special sales event this weekend on the 10th- and 11th-October 2020. The event will also be run on all VW dealerships' social media too. Offers during the event include an additional RM 2,000 rebate on top of ongoing rebates (totalling RM 4,000), applicable to the full Passat range - be it Elegance, United or the R-Line. Other than that, prospective customers can enjoy an additional RM 1,000 rebate for other VW models, including the Tiguan and

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has launched the new VW Arteon in Malaysia at the Volkswagen Tour today at 1 Utama. Locally assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang, the Malaysian market Arteon gets the 2.0 TSI R-Line, priced at RM 221,065. Performance The Arteon shares the same front-wheel drive powertrain as the VW Passat Elegance 2.0 TSI and has 190 PS and 320 Nm from the 2.0-litre TSI mill that is paired to a 7-speed wet-type dual-clutch automatic transmission (DSG). It does a claimed 0-10

The new Volkswagen Arteon will be premiering on June 24, together with a shooting brake variant. The avant-garde grand tourer will feature new high tech drives and intelligent comfort and assistance systems. Integrated with the new Arteon is the latest modular infotainment matrix (MIB3) system to ensure the best possible connectivity. With long-distance traveling in mind, “Travel Assist” highly assisted driving will be possible in the new Arteon which will take over steering, acceleration, and b