Tesla need not worry too much about BYD, but everyone else should be gripped by panic, says author and Asia-focused automotive industry consultant Michael Dunne, of Dunne Insights. Dunne is the former managing director of J.D. Power China and author of the book ‘American Wheels, Chinese Roads,’ which chronicled GM’s entry into China. It’s considered the best English-language book explaining the inner workings of China’s 2000s era automotive industry. In his latest newsletter, Dunne explained tha

A month of BYD’s announcement that it will be launching locally-assembled (CKD) EV models in Thailand, the Chinese EV-maker has now confirmed that it will be launching in Malaysia, with Sime Darby Motors (SDM) as its distributor. BYD has inked a distribution agreement with SDM today, marking BYD’s entry into Malaysia. Eagle Zhao, who also represents BYD Motor Indonesia, will be the Managing Director of BYD Malaysia Sdn Bhd. The distribution agreement was signed at Sime Darby Motors City in Ara D

** This article is published on WapCar Community, representing the opinion of users. Click the link below to enter the community for car enthusiasts in Malaysia https://forum.wapcar.my/ Basic information of my car: 2011 Mazda 6 2.5L Touring Hatchback Reasons why I bought this car Disclaimer: I've lived in Australia since 2008 so your experience with the 2011 Mazda 6 may differ a bit. This review should have been written in January 2020 as that was when I finally sold this Mazda (sadly). My first

** This article is the personal experience of a 2020 Proton X70 Executive owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: Norazam Manan Proton X70, C-segment For Under RM100K I had been waiting for the launching of the Proton X70 CKD for the longest time, when it finally came on 12th February, and booking for the Standard model was made the very next day after a test drive. I had also tested Mazda CX-5, Honda CR-V, Nissan X-Trail and not forgetting the CBU model. The shortl

Alongside the new Toyota Hilux facelift, Toyota will be introducing the Fortuner facelift on the same day. What’s new? Photos of the new 2020 Toyota Fortuner were uploaded on social media sites back in April, which gave us a good look at the Fortuner’s new black roof. The photos, albeit rather blurry, also provided a glimpse at the updated Fortuner’s sharper front-end – the headlights appear to be slimmer and sharper than before, while the front bumper appear to feature deeper front fog light su

Kia Sorento The upcoming 2020 Kia Sorento looks the business. As seen in our Geneva Motor Show post, the 7-seater Sorento design is heavily influenced by its American-only Kia Telluride, which looks more upscale and sophisticated as compared to the rounder looks of its predecessor. Along with the refreshed exterior design, the platform and engine is all-new too. The overall length has been extended by 10 mm than its predecessor, while the wheelbase is up 35 mm to 2,815 mm. Two engine options wil