When the Honda WR-V was launched in Indonesia at a more premium price than its rival, the Toyota Raize, many were quick to stifle a chuckle but as it turns out in the end, Honda had the last laugh as the WR-V continues to outsell the Raize, according to AutoFun. Competition is tight in the compact SUV segment across the Straits of Malacca but PT Honda Prospect Motor (HPM), the distributor for the marque there, has had several clever strategies in marketing the car. Prior to its launch there, Hon

Continuing the barrage of news touching on all aspects of the all-new 2023 Honda WR-V, we’d like to focus your attention to the product video on the compact crossover although we understand that the presence of Malaysian singer and influencer Jestinna Kuan in it might be a distraction. Much like all Honda products, the WR-V appeals to a wide spectrum of buyers but as you can tell from the video, the carmaker is specifically targeting the younger buyer demographic. Also Read: Priced from RM 90k,

The all-new 2023 Honda WR-V has at long last finally made it to Malaysia, and like most H-badged cars, have quickly found itself tacked on with hype – 2,500 people put their money down for one even before prices were announced. Following yesterday's launch, join Adrian as he takes you around the SUV, showing you the all-important features, space, and what you can expect to get out of your purchase. We've also done a deep dive on Honda Connect; an all-in-one app that allows owners to remotely con

The Honda HR-V continues its rout as a sales leader in Thailand's subcompact SUV category in April 2023, as it bests the Toyota Corolla Cross for the fourth month running. Data compiled by Autolife sees Honda garnering 1,950 units of the model sold versus 1,321 units of the Corolla Cross in April 2023. Year to date sales has the Honda HR-V having a steady lead over the Toyota too (9,396 units vs 6,609 units respectively). Far away in third place lies the Nissan Kicks with only 590 units sold in

Over the last few weeks, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has been teasing an SUV in their 'Live Hybrid' promotional campaign. It looks a lot like a Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, and confirming that is a teaser posted on Toyota Malaysia's Facebook page today. It's just one headlight for now, but the blue highlight on the fixture – a signature of the Corolla Cross Hybrid – is a tell-tale sign. Look closely and you can also spot the 'Corolla Cross' etching on the side. A registration of interest (ROI) page

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has confirmed today that it will be launching Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) in Malaysia in the near future, in line with the company's recent investments into hybridisation. Deputy Chairman of UMW Toyota Motor, Akio Takeyama said that for the automotive industry, carbon neutrality involves a very challenging process to ensure that zero emissions can be achieved throughout the lifecycle of manufacturing, transporting, energy generating, fueling and/or charging, and the re