Thursday, October 30, 2025

iCaur v23 officially previewed in Right Hand Drive (RHD) form - estimated to cost from RM145,000 when launched



Last 29th of  October 2025,  iCAUR Malaysia today previewed the iCAUR V23,this is the latest all-electric off-road SUVfrom this new brand. Building on the momentum of the recently launched iCAUR 03, the C-Segment iCAUR V23 strengthens the blends modern performance, safety, and versatility with
a distinctive design pays homage to iconic off-road machines from a bygone era. It does combine the styling from some Land Cruisers and Defenders out there, with a fully electric drivetrain. A chunky looking SUV that we remember compared to the new bulbous styled ones these days. 

Saturday, October 25, 2025

VIDEO: First impressions after test driving the upcoming 2026 PROTON e.MAS 5 EV B segment Hatchback - If Proton sells it at around the price they said they would, it will be a good first EV for most people

New video alert! This is our impressions and opinions after Proton allowed us a go with the upcoming (as at upload) 2025 2026 Proton e.MAS 5 battery electric vehicle (BEV). Do note that the test drive was under strict embargo rules so they unfortunately had a non stickered eMAS 5 out beside the stickered one and only allowed us to show the stickered one. It made footage hard. So you will only see me babbling on about the car. But if you want to know my opinion, this is it.

This is based on the Geely Star Wish and it set to be priced between 60k - 80k Malaysian Ringgit. 

Friday, October 24, 2025

Hino Motor Malaysia and Soon Seng Truck & Parts officially opens their Hino Approved Service Outlet in Subang Jaya


On the 24th October 2025, Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HMSM) and their dealer, Soon Seng Truck and Parts Sdn Bhd (SSTP), officially opened the new HASO, or Hino Approved Service Outlet, in Subang Jaya, Selangor. Strategically located in USJ, which is a hub for many logistics providers, the  new HASO is a 3S centre (sales service & spares) will be able to provide comprehensive sales, maintenance and repair services for Hino commercial vehicles, ensuring better customer experience in the surrounding area.

Sunday, October 19, 2025

Aeson Power Battery - Sodium Ion batteries now available in Malaysia - So much lighter and Predicted to outperform regular automotive batteries in holding a charge as well as lifespan



On the 17th of October, we attended the official launch of the Aeson Power brand here in Malaysia. The event marks the launch of its Sodium-ion automotive battery series, NaPulse Starting, NaPulse Start-Stop and NaForce Start-Stop. The launch event showcased the product, its emerging technology, and the benefits of sodium-powered batteries against traditional automotive lead-acid batteries, offering consumers safer and more efficient alternatives for automotive batteries. 

Friday, October 17, 2025

Volvo Buses Launches the B11R Standard Bus Chassis with Euro 5 Emission for the Malaysian market


Volvo Buses Malaysia is doing its part in trying to make Malaysia better environmentally. The brand has officially launched of its new bus chassis, the B11R, which has been engineered to meet the Euro 5 emission standard, a globally recognised benchmark for cleaner emissions. Aside from the new engine ability to meet emission standards, this latest Volvo bus chassis is said to deliver outstanding performance in fuel efficiency, durability, and safety.

SAIC Motor Malaysia announces plans to begin local assembly of MG vehicles in Malaysia beginning in the 1st half of 2026


SAIC Motor Malaysia on the 15th of October, announced plans to begin local assembly of MG vehicles in Malaysia scheduled to begin in the first half of 2026. An important milestone in bringing MG products closer to Malaysian customers, by taking advantage of the tax breaks provided for manufacturing in Malaysia, as well as also strengthening the brand's presence regionally.


Wednesday, October 15, 2025

iCaur Malaysia opens iCAUR Damansara flagship store located along Jln Damansara, Sg Pencala

On Monday, 13 October 2025, iCAUR Malaysia officially opened iCAUR Damansara, thebrand’s flagship dealership in Malaysia. Owned and operated by Carramax Luxe Sdn. Bhd., the showroom and service centre is located along Jalan Damansara, Sg Pencala. It sits on a land size totaling about 40,000 square feet, iCAUR Damansara combines excellent connectivity to Greater Kuala Lumpur, exceptional customer experience, convenience, and comprehensive care for all iCAUR customers.

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

VIDEO: Road trip to Melaka and back in the new 2025 PROTON X50 SUV



This is a review of the new 2025 PROTON X50 compact SUV. This was recently launched here in Malaysia and is the facelift of what is currently the most popular B segment Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) in Malaysia. It features a redesigned front and rear end, a redesigned interior with a very large, now HD infotainment screen with a new dashboard design. Most importantly is a new 1.5liter turbo petrol 4 cylinder engine replacing the old 3 cylinder one. The new engine runs through a 7 speed dual clutch transmission to the front wheels and it quite a nippy little SUV. Here, we take it from the Klang Valley to the streets of Melaka, and back. 


Watch the video to see what we think about this popular SUV during the road trip.

Saturday, October 04, 2025

Chery TIGGO 7 PHEV and TIGGO 8 PHEV launched together in Malaysia- Fully specced out Plug in Hybrid Vehicle that will be priced from RM129,800 and RM159,800 onwards respectively

Chery Malaysia had on the 3rd of October 2025 launched its Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs): the TIGGO 7 PHEV and TIGGO 8 PHEV SUVs The Tiggo 7 PHEV will be priced at RM129,800 on the road before insurance while the TIGGO 8 PHEV is priced at RM159.800  before insurance and both are  fully decked out in terms of its specification and equipment levels, with some slight differences.

While the TIGGO 8 is essentially a 7 seater TIGGO 7 (which is a 5 seater), there are enough equipment differences between the models. The price difference is because of the differences in equipment, slightly upgraded features as well as the extra length in the TIGGO 8. So there was a balance of equipment and specifications in both models that Chery Malaysia needed to do to sell at the price point they chose for the models.

Friday, October 03, 2025

GAC Malaysia Launches the All-New EMKOO C segment SUV - 2 Variants, the Premium from RM123,800 and Premium Pro from RM133,800 with Exclusive Early Bird Offers

This morning, WTC Automotif (M) Sdn Bhd (WTCA), the official distributor of GAC in Malaysia, officially launched the all-new GAC EMKOO. This is a C segment SUV, with prices starting from RM123,800 for the Premium variant and the Premium Pro variant is priced at RM133,800. Both are on the road prices before any insurance. To celebrate the launch, early customers will enjoy an Exclusive Early Bird Promo, which includes a RM4,000 cash rebate along with a complimentary accessory package worth RM10,000*, making the EMKOO an even more attractive choice for Malaysian SUV buyers.

Thursday, October 02, 2025

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (HMSM) officially launches its new Hino 300 Series Euro 5 Light Commercial Vehicle LCV 4-Wheeler and 6-Wheeler Models

Yesterday, Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (HMSM) officially launched its new Hino 300 Series Euro 5 Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) over at the Hino Total Support Customer Centre (HTSCC) in Sendayan, Negeri Sembilan. We were invited to the event that saw the preview of two upgraded Hino 300 models. These were the 300 series 4-Wheeler and 6-Wheeler upgraded variants now fitted eith more efficient Euro 5 engines. These new models are in line with with the theme “Strong, Smart & Smooth for Your Business.” 

The launch was officiated by the Managing Director of Hino Motors Sales, Mr. Hiroshi Takahashi; Corporate Director, Mr. Motonori Nakamura, Director, Mr. Ahmad Yasmin Yahya, and Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Chan Ing Chyi. Also present from Hino Motors Manufacturing were Managing Director Mr. Hiroshi Yamaguchi and Finance Director Mr. Kohei Sakura. Alsp present were Hino dealers and members of the media.