When it comes to falls from grace, millennial automotive enthusiasts would often mention one example – the death of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. From the 1990s to the 2000s, the Three Diamonds transformed an otherwise anonymous front-wheel drive (FWD) sedan into a gravel-spitting four-wheel drive (4WD) monster. The Lancer Evolution went through ten generations but throughout most of its 14 years, it was proving its excellence in the World Rally Championship (WRC). It may have only won 1 manu
CY Foong
12.04.2024
Ralliart is a name synonymous with Mitsubishi Motors’ epic motorsports heritage. Its exploits on gravel, tarmac, snow, sand, and a trail mix of everything began in the 1970s and continues today. In its latest video, Mitsubishi interviewed engineers from its humble beginnings in the World Rally Championship (WRC) to the present team behind the successful Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) outfit. Mitsubishi’s rise in international rallies started 50 years ago when Kenyan Joginder Singh took part in
CY Foong
09.04.2024
An all-new generation Toyota Hilux will be launching in 2025, reports Australia’s CarsGuide, quoting Toyota Australia's VP of Sales and Marketing, Sean Hanley, who said "You'll have to wait until '25." Australia is the second biggest right-hand drive market for the Toyota Hilux, after Thailand, where Australian market Hiluxes are made. No further details were shared, understandably, but the possibility of a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant was discussed. Adding a Hilux PHEV variant may be necessary
Hans
05.04.2024
One-tonne pick-up trucks are not very popular in Japan, where kei minivans with sliding doors and tight roads-friendly mini-trucks are the preferred work tools for people who need to haul a lot of cargo. Though larger pick-up trucks don’t sell in very high volume, they are seen as status symbols. Parallel-imported left-hand drive American pick-up trucks prowl the trendy streets of Roppongi and Ginza, rarely leaving tarred roads. Nearly twenty years ago, Mitsubishi Motors in 2005 attempted to int
Hans
29.03.2024
This weekend will be the final two days of Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia’s Raya Offers campaign (ends 30-April 2024) for the Mitsubishi Triton. The promotion is offered to all six variants of the Thailand-made Triton, including the ‘low-rider’ 4x2 Triton Quest MT. Buyers of the highest specifications Triton 4x4 VGT Athlete, which starts from RM 155,900, can enjoy up to RM 11k in cash rebates. Buyers can choose between three options: Cash rebates up to RM 7,000 or Wheels upgrade for only RM900* + RM
Hans
29.03.2024
Toyota Motor Thailand has announced plans to start mass production of the Toyota Hilux BEV in Thailand by the end of 2025. Speaking to Reuters at the ongoing Bangkok International Motor Show, Mr. Noriaki Yamashita, President of Toyota Motor Thailand said "The Hilux (BEV) could be ready by the end of next year." However, he did not reveal where the vehicle would be produced. Also read: This is the all-electric Toyota Hilux Revo BEV Concept Underscoring the company’s commitment, Yamashita added To
Arvind
28.03.2024