The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is set to make its way into the Indonesian market, as reported by OtoDriver. Ahmad Badawi, the National Sales Manager of PT Garuda Mataram Motor (GMM), the exclusive holder of the Volkswagen (VW) brand in Indonesia, confirmed the news. Badawi expressed enthusiasm about bringing the MPV BEV to Indonesian shores this year. "That's the plan. God willing, we will be the ones selling," he said. An insider information has revealed to the Indonesian publication that the Volkswage
Mar 19, 2024
Fans of BMW sports cars might need some emotional therapy after this as the Bavarian motor company might axe two of its flagship sports car models – the BMW Z4 and the BMW 8 Series. Just like its peers, BMW is focusing on electrified models but its strategy will see EVs sold alongside ICE-powered counterparts. This is according to a report by Car and Driver as sources told the American publication that there are no plans for a successor to the Z4 and the 8 Series coupe and convertible. However,
Mar 19, 2024
At long last, the all-new Audi Q6 e-tron has made its debut. The third e-Tron BEV SUV model will now bridge the gap between the Q4 and Q8 e-tron models as well as introduce a new range of technologies that will feature in upcoming models. The Q6 e-Tron notably becomes the first model to be underpinned by the new Audi-Porsche co-developed Premium Platform Electric (PPE), which also features in the upcoming Porsche Macan, and the new E3 1.2 ‘End-to-End’ electronic vehicle control architecture. How
Mar 19, 2024
VinFast announced that it will be officially launching in Thailand at the 45th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS 2024) which will be held from 27 March to 7 April. The Vietnamese automaker will be showcasing its complete range of electric vehicles (EVs) including: VF 3 VF 5 VF e34 VF 6 VF 7 VF 8 VF 9 VF Wild Aside from the VF 3 mini-SUV and the VF Wild pick-up concept, the rest of the models on display will be right-hand drive (RHD) which are tailored for the Thai market. The Kingdom will b
Mar 19, 2024
Turkey's energy corporation, Enerji SA, in collaboration with Zebra and Huawei Digital Power Technologies, has officially unveiled Turkey's first liquid-cooled supercharging station. Three entities announced an expansive strategic partnership aimed at spearheading the development and operation of an electric vehicle (EV) charging network. As part of their plans, they intend to deploy 50 sets of the liquid-cooled supercharging solution for commercial use throughout 2024. The station is equipped w
Mar 19, 2024
Daihatsu Motor is one of the 10 companies named by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (FTC) for abusing its dominant position to exert a ‘superior bargaining position' with its subcontractors (suppliers). Specifically, FTC says Daihatsu did not discuss suppliers on price hikes reflect higher labor, material, energy, and other costs, despite receiving requests from suppliers to do so. The statement by FTC reads: The Japan Fair Trade Commission has conducted a special investigation titled “Special Inve
Mar 19, 2024
Earlier this year, MINI teased its latest model, the all-electric MINI Aceman which is planned to debut at next month’s Auto China show in Beijing. However, Chinese government regulators have ‘leaked’ exterior images of the upcoming electric crossover. The Aceman (not a direct successor to the Paceman) will slot between the 3-door MINI Cooper and the MINI Countryman in the lineup. It will be the second car produced by Spotlight Automotive, a joint venture between BMW and Great Wall Motor (GWM) a
Mar 19, 2024
This is the Lingxi L, the first model from the Lingxi brand, borne out of the Honda-Dongfeng joint venture in China. Following the formal introduction of the brand and the Lingxi L concept last year, we now have the first images and further information about the model that is aimed at a younger EV buyer base in China, courtesy of filings with the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Also read: Lingxi is lit, yo: Dongfeng-Honda JV launches new sub-brand with EVs aimed f
Mar 19, 2024
Bridgestone Tyre Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd announced the grand opening of its latest innovative retail store, Bridgestone Premium in partnership with Vogue Motorsports Sdn Bhd. The outlet is located at No. 19, Jalan USJ 19/4, 47630 Subang Jaya. It is equipped to handle tyre changing for various types of cars from passenger cars to ultra-performance vehicles. Michael Chung, Managing Director of Bridgestone Malaysia said, “The opening of the new Bridgestone Premium, Bridgestone's innovative concept
Mar 19, 2024
The 2024 Suzuki Jimny 5-door will likely be launched in Malaysia come the third quarter of this year (Q3 2024), says Naza Auto group chief executive officer Mohd. Rizal Jailan. Speaking in an interview with New Straits Times, Rizal commented that the group is "planning to launch several new models this year, especially for Suzuki", adding that a "totally new Jimny" will be introduced by Q3 2024. Leaving out special versions – of which the Rainforest Edition and Black Edition were most recently i
Mar 19, 2024