The W214-generation 2024 Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid 4Matic+ has been unveiled, positioned beneath the forthcoming E63 performance flagship. Let’s start with performance, the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) setup consists of a 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six engine producing 449 PS and an electric motor generating 163 PS. This electric motor is integrated into the 9-speed AMG Speedshift TCT 9G transmission. Together, they deliver a combined output of 585 PS and 750 Nm, distributing power to all four wheel

"Would you like to have the Mercedes-AMG E63S 4Matic+ for a few days?", was the million-dollar (RM 1.12 million, to be exact) question posed to us by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM). There was always only going to be one answer to this question, wasn't it? I mean, who would say no to having some seat time in one of the best performance sedans in the world, one that has 612 PS and 850 Nm lurking under the hood? Is this the F90 BMW M5 slayer that we've been promised? Mercedes-AMG E63S 4Matic+ Overvie

The Mercedes-Benz brand is one that is steeped in tradition. With more than 70 years of history in Malaysia, generations of Malaysians recognize it as the country’s most desired premium car brand. However, that deep rooted tradition also means that the brand must be mindful to not be stuck in the past. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) can’t continue to operate like it did when Ipoh tin mining tycoons were still around. In 1988, Mercedes-Benz sold less than 500 cars annually here. Today, MBM sells ar

After numerous leaks and teases, BMW has just unveiled the updated 2021 F90 BMW M5. At the launch, BMW will be offering two variants of the new performance sedan – the regular M5 and the M5 Competition. Exterior – Sharper-looking than before Kicking things off is the updated exterior. Like the rest of the G30 family, the M5 LCI (Life Cycle Impulse, facelift in BMW talk) gets the same slim LED headlights with L-shaped LED daytime running lights, flanking a new signature kidney grille. Compared to

The updated 2021 BMW M5 facelift has leaked onto the internet, hours before the model’s official debut. Codenamed F90, the 2021 M5 LCI (Life Cycle Impulse, facelift in BMW language) features a number of visual updates carried over from the recently-updated G30 5 Series. Furthermore, it appears that the F90 M5 LCI is finished in Imola Red – one of BMW M’s signature colours. Up front, the updated 2021 M5 LCI gets the same headlights and front grille like the G30 5 Series, including the new LED day

As much as enthusiasts such as myself lament the inevitable demise of manual transmissions (MT), there is simply no business case for manufacturers to continue offering a manual option. Instead, dual-clutch transmissions (DCT) or traditional automatic transmissions (AT) are taking over their place. Admittedly, I have defended manual transmissions since the birth of YouTube comment section, not that I participate in them, it's only mental replies. But no longer am I oblivious to the preferences o