Malaysians have been anticipating the unveiling of the updated version of the Proton X70 ever since camouflaged units were spotted on our roads. While the most telling change underneath the cloak is a new front grille, Proton has confirmed that the updated SUV will gain new safety features. At a media briefing on Proton’s quality control performance in Tanjung Malim yesterday, the Malaysian Tiger confirmed that the refreshed Proton X70 will be unveiled this year. Aside from that, P1 has also sta
CY Foong
03.05.2024
Honda Malaysia Racing Team (HMRT) is revving up excitement as they prepare their new Honda City sedan and Hatchback race cars for their much-anticipated return to this year's Sepang 1000km (S1K) endurance race. Typically held in November, the S1K will test the mettle and endurance of both cars over the 9-hour long (~172 lap) race. These 2 race cars, according to HMRT sources, are equipped with the same standard 121 PS/145 Nm 1.5-litre DOHC 4-cylinder engine as a standard car in Honda showrooms,
Arvind
02.05.2024
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has launched the facelifted (V167) 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC boasting updated design details, improved connectivity as well as minor changes to its powertrain as well. First things first, the new model is now priced at RM 528,888—a slight increase from the pre-facelift model’s RM 515,888. As before, the 2024 GLE 450 is locally-assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang. The premium 7-seater SUV retains its 48V EQ Boost mild hybrid technology and 3.0-litre inline 6-cylinder M
Arvind
30.04.2024
The outgoing Honda City Hatchback was the standard bearer for the safest, most practical, fuel-saving, affordable family hatchback. It’s not the cheapest hatchback model on the market but it’s easy to see where the extra money went to. None of its competitors can even come close to matching Honda’s combination of fuel-saving powertrain technology and balik kampung-friendly space. Fuel-saving or power? Why not both? First, there’s the dual-motor 1.5-litre e:HEV full-hybrid, which offers a very el
Hans
26.04.2024
Ahead of its Q2 2024 launch, the 2024 Honda City Hatchback facelift is now open for booking in Malaysia. There's lots to expect from the model in this update – including a new look and a bevy of feature enhancements. Our earlier article centred on the changes the RS e:HEV hybrid variant is bound to receive, while this piece chronicles the expected updates to the non-electrified variants. Photos used of the updated vehicle are from Thailand, which is largely identical to those soon to go on sale
Sanjay
24.04.2024
The 2024 Honda City Hatchback facelift is on the brink of its launch here in Malaysia, and bookings are now open ahead of its Q2 2024 launch. Alongside its visual makeover, the facelift brings a slew of key feature enhancements, largely mirroring what the City sedan offers. For clarity, we've utilised images of the Thai-spec car for the new version, which is largely identical to those soon to go on sale in Malaysia. Exterior: New bumpers, black wheels for RS In typical facelift fashion, the City
Sanjay
23.04.2024