DRB-HICOM and Geely Holding Appoint New Board of Directors for PROTON Related Companies and a New CEO - Dr. Li Chunrong

This is a very important bit of news regarding national car manufacturer PROTON. DRB-HICOM Berhad (DRB-HICOM) and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely) have confirmed the new board structures, part of the executive team for PROTON Holdings Berhad and its related companies (PROTON Group) earlier today. This looks like the the second round after the initial announcement that Geely would be purchasing a 49% stake in Proton Holdings Berhad. 

Mercedes-Benz E 63 S 4MATIC+ is now available in Malaysia - Price for this Monster Start from RM998,888 ONLY

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has unveiled the latest and greatest E63 AMG in conujunction with Mercedes-AMG's 50th anniversary and also at a historic moment in Malaysian motorsport, the last Formula 1 GP race at the Sepang International Circuit for the moment. We never know what the future holds but what we do know is that this Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4MATIC+ is the most powerful production E-Class for now.

Spotted For Sale: 1990 Honda NSX 3.0 (A)

Last year many private car importers brought in the R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R into Malaysia. All of these were brought in because they were now older than 25 years old and the import permit required fell under the classic car status. The classic car status import permits are actually easier to get approval with the only issue being the age of the car and the limited, more niche market it has compared to brand new cars. So now another one of these 25 year old classics have 'flooded' our shores - the Honda NSX - like this one from 1990.

Leona Chin is now Brand Ambassador for Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has a new brand ambassador. Leona Chin is one of the few members of the fairer sex who has made it in an overwhelmingly male-dominated profession. Leona has proven herself and broken many stereotypes by conquering the motorsports industry especially in the drifting scene as well as circuit racing. 

Roadshows: MINI 'The Nation' Roadshow is Happening Throughout Malaysia - New MINI Cooper S 5 Door with MINI JCW Pro Boost Kit Unveiled

MINI is currently having their 'The Nation' Roadshow which will visit various shopping malls throughout Malaysia from now until 3rd December 2017 (the first one was at Paradigm Mall over the past weekend). You can get to experience some history and culture as well as the modernity of Malaysia as a country whilst celebrating everything good about the MINI marque. Visitors to the roadshow will be offered special gifts, test drives, purchase deals, finance packages and rebates too with a Malaysia Day special MINI cars in the Malaysian Flag 'Jalur Gemilang' colours.

Mercedes-Benz Opens the Hap Seng Star Mercedes-Benz Autohaus in Iskandar, Johor

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia together with authorised dealer Hap Seng Star has unveiled Hap Seng Star’s first Mercedes-Benz Autohaus in Johor. The RM5 million fully fledged 3S centre is located in the Iskandar region of Johor.

Motorcycles: Harley-Davidson Announces End of Dealership Arrangement with Naza Prestige Bikes & Will Search for New Dealer Partners

This is a little surprise announcement by Harley-Davidson Asia. They have just announced that there will be a change in the dealership and distributorship situation here in Malaysia where there are currently searching for a new authorised dealer for this country following the end of the current dealership agreement with Naza Prestige Bikes Sdn Bhd.

Motorsport: Formula 4 SEA races at the final Formula 1 race held in Sepang this coming weekend.

The 2017 Petronas Malaysian Formula 1 Grand Prix at Sepang International circuit is just around the corner. This is the final F1 race that will be held at Sepang and it is to be remembered. It also features support races, one of which is the FIA Formula 4 South East Asia Championship. 

Test Drive Video & Photos: 2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SPORT 1.6 T-GDi Driven

This is our video review of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport 1.6 T-GDi. This is a 1.6liter turbocharged 4 door sedan that kicks out over 200ps and 264Nm to the front wheels (via a 6 speed DCT transmission). Quite a unique drive in some ways. Extremely funky seat colour.

Contest: MOBIL Nationwide Consumer Promotion - Win one of Nine Peugeot 208 Puretech Hatchbacks!!!

This could be something to try for. All you have to do is purchase selected 4 or 5 liter bottles of Mobil 1 or Mobil Super 2000 engine oil and you may be driving home, or anywhere else you want to in a brand new Peugeot 208 Puretech. In fact, nine (9) people will be able to win a Peugeot 208 each!

Offers & Promotions: Three Units of the Renault Zoe on Offer by TC Euro Cars in Conjunction with Zero Emissions Day

TC Euro Cars, the official distributor for Renault cars in Malaysia, is offering a special promotion exclusively for only three units of the Renault ZOE full-electric vehicle in conjunction with Zero Emissions Day (there is a day for everything these days - mother's day, father's day, friendship day, friendzone day, hug a bear day...). The promotion offers a RM18,000 rebate on each of the three Renault ZOE on offer and free ChargEV membership for three years. 

Locally Assembled BMW 530i M Sport Now Available - Priced from RM388,800

BMW Group Malaysia have launched the locally assembled version of the new G30 BMW 530i M Sport. It now costs RM 388, 800.00  (on the road, without insurance, and with BMW Group Malaysia’s latest 5 Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty, Free Scheduled Service Program and BMW Tyre Warranty Programme) which is RM10,000 less than the fully imported variant we had earlier.

Renault Koleos Gets A 5 Star Euro NCAP Rating

The new Renault Koleos has been awarded a 5 Star Euro NCAP rating. In case any of you were wondering why it has taken so long for this announcement to come out it is because this new Koleos has only just been launched over in Europe. We got this car much earlier, September 2016 to be precise. Somehow Renault launched it much earlier here and this is a pretty good feeling to have as this is one of the rare occasions where we get a car before those in Europe do. 

FORD RANGER XL STANDARD Launched - A Very Affordable Ranger Pick-up Now Available

Ford and their Malaysian distributors, Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) have launched a stripped down, back to basics Ford Ranger pick-up truck. Dubbed the Ford Ranger XL Standard, this is the new base model here in Malaysia. At RM83,588 on the road in Peninsular Malaysia and RM89,388 in East Malaysia, it makes the ever popular Ranger even more affordable to the masses.

Upcoming Lifestyle Event: Audi Quattro Cup 2017 - Golfing for a Good Cause

The Malaysian chapter of the Audi quattro Cup Golf Tournament will be returning for the seventh time this year. It will be bigger, better and for a good cause at the Mines Resort & Golf Club. Yes, hitting the ball and walking over an 18 hole golf course for charity is a good thing. It will also allow Audi owners, invited guests and golfers mingle whilst doing some good.

TEST DRIVE(s): The 2017 Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi Diesel & Hyundai Tucson 1.6 GDi Turbo Petrol

Things are looking pretty interesting when it comes to Korean car manufacturer Hyundai here in Malaysia. They’ve been keeping themselves busy over the past few months with some interesting car launches. Hyudai Sime Darby Motors, the official distributors of the brand had just launched the new Elantra and also added two more variants of the Hyundai Tucson. This time I got to try both of the newly launched Tucsons – the Tucson 2.0 CRDi Diesel and the Tucson 1.6 GDi TurboPetrol. (Note -The photos below are of a silver 2.0 Diesel and a Black 1.6 Turbo petrol)

Offers & Promotions: Renault Captur - '5inCaptur' Aftersales Package for CKD Cars & A RM5,000 Rebate If You Buy One from Now till 31st October 2017

The authorised distributor of Renault vehicles in Malaysia, TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has announced a new ‘5inCaptur’ aftersales package for the locally-assembled (CKD) Renault Captur urban crossover. Furthermore, there is now

 a further RM5,000 rebate if anyone purchases a Captur during the promotional campaign period. This is ongoing and ends on 31 October 2017.

UMW Toyota Are Taking Bookings For New Variants of the Toyota Fortuner (2.4 VRZ 4X4/4X2), the Upgraded Toyota Hilux and the Toyota Innova 2.0X

UMW Toyota are trying to keep things fresh over here as they've opened the order books for new variants of the Toyota Fortuner - the 2.4 VRZ 4x4 & 2.4 VRZ 4X2, the upgraded Toyota Hilux and the Toyota Innova 2.0X. 

Updates on the Proton-Geely Deal - Proton WIll Be Getting a New CEO Soon

DRB-HICOM, who currently own and manage Proton has announced the departure of Proton Holdings Bhd CEO Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali effective 30 September 2017. Fuaad was appointed as CEO of PHB on 1 April 2016, after assuming the position of Chief Operating Officer/Senior Group Director of DRB-HICOM in 2013. This is following the announcement of Proton's search for a foreign strategic partner, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group.

Happenings: Shell Technovation 2017 Conference - Sharing Shell's Technical Know-How with Valued Trade Partners & Industrial Customers

This is another one of those behind the scenes events that happen all the time. Not the fancy car launches but other events that actually tell another part of the picture in the Malaysian automotive landscape. We cover everything there is to do in the automotive industry for that well rounded look at things. So here, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd held their second annual technology conference for its industrial customers. More than 200 trade partners attended this year's Shell Technovation 2017 Conference.