Part two of our three-parter on SUVs coming to Malaysia in 2023 revolves around electric vehicles (EVs). Last week we talked about regular, pure-ICE models, and if that's more your swing here's the link. Plug in your chargers, we're going in... BMW iX1 The missing link in BMW's i electrified range in Malaysia, the iX1 made its global debut alongside the all-new BMW X1 in June this year. Considering the BMW electric range is pretty complete here, expecting it to be sold on our shores isn't too fa

Despite being an ageing model, sales for the Honda BR-V in Malaysia have been healthy with around 4,000 units sold in 2021. Though an all-new second generation was unveiled in Indonesia, Malaysians might have to wait a little longer and as usual, our northern neighbour is probably getting dibs first. According to Autolife Thailand, the all-new BR-V could be launched in the Kingdom in August 2022. Unlike the outgoing Thai-spec BR-V which was assembled at Honda’s Ayutthaya plant for the local mark

Two distinctive Rocky e:Smart versions to be showcased Premium Version gets contrast blue highlights Crossfield Version is ready to tackle the wilderness At the 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon, which is set to happen from 14- to 16-January, Daihatsu will be showcasing two modified examples of the Daihatsu Rocky e:Smart Hybrid. The first is called the Rocky Premium Version, which gets a slick silver paintjob with contrasting blue highlights. The blue paint is applied to various parts of the exterior, inclu

After several spyshots, including from Brunei, Proton has confirmed the imminent arrival of the 2021 Proton X70 SE during an online media event this morning. Limited to 2,000 units, the Proton X70 SE will be available in two colours, namely Ocean Blue and Ruby Red. Also Read: Leaked: First clear look at 2021 Proton X70 SE with new Ocean Blue colour Seeing that both variants are based on the Premium variant, a sunroof is not available. Instead, the X70 SE will get 19-inch alloy wheels lifted off

For the majority of car buyers, comfort is a priority. But comfort is difficult to quantify, it is mostly based on subjective feelings, keyword here being mostly. One aspect that can be quantified is noise level. We use a specialized sound level meter to determine the sound pressure level at varying speed intervals – 60 km/h, 90 km/h, and 110 km/h. Two things we’d like to note: The sound level meter only measures one aspect of noise - the sound pressure level, not its frequency. Due to feasibili

In this week's Ratings test, we're analysing the 2019 Perodua Aruz 1.5 AV by evaluating all aspects from driving performance to purchase and cost. Perodua Aruz Driving Performance – 26/50 pts, overtaking can be a chore 2019 Perodua Aruz 1.5 AV - Facts and Figures Engine 1.5L 4-cylinder NA Transmission 4-speed automatic Power 102 PS @ 6,000 rpm Torque 133 Nm @ 4,200 rpm Weight 1,310 kg 0-100 km/h 15.7 seconds 100-0 km/h 37.2 metres With just 102 PS and 133 Nm on tap, the Perodua Aruz is not the b