Isuzu Motors has announced a significant THB 32 billion (~RM 4.1 billion) investment in Thailand to kickstart the manufacturing of battery cells and production of EV pick-up trucks in the region. The Thai investment is part of a larger JPY 1 trillion (~RM 32.1 billion) to be funnelled across the company until 2030, as the company hopes to make Thailand a production and export hub for EV pick-up trucks, The Bangkok Post reports. The investment in Thailand will focus on establishing EV production
Arvind
23.03.2024
This here is the 2024 Isuzu D-Max BEV (battery electric vehicle) concept that's just made its debut in Thailand today. Don't let the concept nature fool you – this, like the D-Max MHEV concept too – are close to reality. In the case of the D-Max BEV, Isuzu says production for export markets will commence in Thailand as early as by 2025, and will launch in the UK, Australian, and Norwegian markets by the same year. Roll out to other countries will be based on "needs and maturity of the charging i
Sanjay
20.03.2024
Joining the ranks of carbon-reducing pick-up trucks is this new 2024 Isuzu D-Max Hi-Lander Mild Hybrid (MHEV) concept, that's just been unveiled in Thailand ahead of next week's Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). It's not a reality just yet, but the idea is sound and to be honest, it doesn't look that far off from production. Under the hood is the 1.9-litre Ddi Blue Power turbodiesel, paired to a small electric motor on the front of the engine and a 48V battery. Powertrain figures nor spec
Sanjay
20.03.2024
Sime Darby Auto Connexion-Ford (SDAC-Ford) announced that 2023 saw a new sales record for Ford vehicles in Malaysia. 8,858 units of the Ford Ranger and Ford Everest were sold across the country last year. A key contributing factor to the company’s success is SDAC-Ford’s steady expansion of its dealership network. Last year, it broke ground on the latest RM 12 million Ford Signature dealership in Penang. The 46,000 square feet state-of-the-art facility located in Jalan Baru, Seberang Prai follows
CY Foong
12.03.2024
The new generation 2024 Mitsubishi Triton has won the iF Design Award 2024 in the product design discipline. Organized by iF International Forum Design GmbH in Hannover, Germany, the annual iF Design Award receives around 11,000 submissions from 72 countries annually. A jury of 132 international design experts will judge submissions based on five criteria – idea, form, function, differentiation, and impact. Other award recipients include the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, MINI Countryman, MINI Cooper E
Arvind
07.03.2024
Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) announced the launch of Ford Assured in Malaysia. It is a programme that offers certified pre-owned Ford vehicles with comprehensive assurance and certification. At the heart of the Ford Assured programme is a meticulous inspection and certification process that ensures pre-owned Ford vehicles meet stringent quality and performance standards. It is tailored to enhance the overall pre-owned car buying experience for customers, reinforcing Ford’s commitment to qual
CY Foong
05.03.2024