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2026 Toyota Innova Hycross (Zenix for Malaysia) facelift spotted testing in India – updated look, better interior coming for hybrid MPV?Toyota Innova Hycross (Zenix) facelift spied in India; pic via GaadiWaadi
Sanjay Madhav Jul 14, 2026- Malaysia SUV registrations hit 116,733 in H1 2026 as Proton, Perodua, Honda and Chinese brands fight for family buyersMalaysia’s SUV race tightened further in the first half of 2026, with SUVs and JIPs logging 116,733 registrations and taking 28.5% of the overall market.
Eric Goh Jul 14, 2026 - CKD iCaur V23 teased, upgraded CKD EV to offer more features than CBU?iCaur Malaysia has begun teasing what appears to be the locally-assembled (CKD) version of the V23, posting a short video on its social media channels with the caption: "A new local player is arriving." Eric Goh Jul 14, 2026
- Proton remains as Malaysia's favourite EV brand, over 13k EVs registered in 1H 2026, eMas 5 takes the leadThe biggest surprise in Malaysia's EV market during the first half of 2026 is that the best-selling brand isn't BYD or Tesla — it's Proton. Eric Goh Jul 14, 2026
- Spied! Xpeng Mona L03 seen in Australia, any luck for Malaysia?The Xpeng Mona L03 was recently spotted in Australia, courtesy of our source in Australia. This new EV C-SUV will challenge the likes of the BYD Atto 3 and Geely EX5 (Proton eMas 7 to us). Eric Goh Jul 14, 2026
- Australia's Geely EX2 gets larger battery than our eMas 5, priced from RM 82kGeely has opened orders for the 2026 Geely EX2 in Australia, where the small electric hatch arrives as one of the market’s lowest-priced EVs and the cheapest with five seats. If it looks familiar, that's because the Geely EX2 is essentially our Proton eMas 5, albeit with some tweaks. Eric Goh Jul 14, 2026
- Goodbye Tiguan Allspace? 2026 VW Tayron now in Malaysia; from RM 191k for a hybrid 7 seaterVolkswagen Malaysia's all-new Tayron is here! Is this seven-seat SUV a worthy Tiguan Allspace replacement? We break down the specs, pricing, variants and rivals. Sanjay Madhav Jul 13, 2026
- Behind the Perodua QV-E booking statistics: 1,700 reservations on paper, but where are the cars?Since Perodua officially launched Malaysia's first national electric vehicle, the QV-E, last December, the model has been the centre of public scrutiny.
Lien Jul 13, 2026 - Honda Super One set to debut in Indonesia soon – second market after Singapore, could Malaysia be next?Singapore-spec car shown Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- iCaur V25 revealed – rugged REEV SUV joins growing boxy SUV trend, slots between V23 and V27Chery's iCaur brand has pulled the wraps off the new V25, a rugged-looking SUV that sits below the larger V27 in the company's growing lifestyle-oriented lineup. Unveiled in China ahead of its market launch, the V25 adopts the increasingly popular "boxy SUV" formula, but unlike many of its rivals, it will be offered with an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) powertrain. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- Toyota GR GT: The Spiritual Successor to the Lexus LFA?In Toyota's automotive landscape, the debut of the GR GT is regarded as the ultimate expression of "Morizo" (Akio Toyoda)'s passion for driving. Lien Jul 13, 2026
- Toyota GR GT Price in Malaysia: RM 1,500,000+ V8 Hybrid Supercar – But Having the Cash Isn't Enough to Buy OneWith Toyota officially unveiling its highly anticipated flagship sports car, the GR GT, performance enthusiasts in Malaysia have finally witnessed the debut of this "Le Mans track machine", powered by a 4.0L V8 twin-turbo hybrid system. Lien Jul 13, 2026
- Perodua Bezza tops Malaysia’s H1 2026 registrations as Saga finishes second with 44,234 unitsThe Perodua Bezza ended the first half of 2026 as Malaysia’s most-registered passenger vehicle, according to JPJ registration data for January to June, overtaking the Proton Saga in a market still led by affordable national nameplates. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- Perodua QV-E Price Dropped: From RM 63,499, Outright Purchase or BaaS Battery Subscription?Following Perodua's recent price adjustment for its first all-electric vehicle, the QV-E, coupled with a limited-time promotion valid until 30 September, the question of "Should I go for an outright purchase or Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS)?" has become the most heated topic of discussion among prospective EV buyers in Malaysia. Lien Jul 13, 2026
- This tiny BYD Dolphin G is Euro-bound and offers up to 1,000 kmBYD has revealed the Dolphin G, a plug-in hybrid hatchback positioned as the brand’s first model developed from the ground up for markets outside China, including Europe. The new car matters because it marks a shift in BYD’s export strategy from locally adapted products to a vehicle designed with broader international demand in mind. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- Chery ranks fifth in Malaysia in H1 2026 with 15,974 registrations, led by Tiggo and Jaecoo SUVsChery has finished the first half of 2026 as Malaysia’s fifth-largest car manufacturer, after recording 15,974 vehicle registrations from January to June, according to the latest JPJ vehicle registration data. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- 2026 Lexus ES350h regional debut in Malaysia? Bookings now opened for 8th gen modelSlightly more than a year since its global debut at the 2025 Auto Shanghai, it appears that bookings are now opened for the eighth-generation 2026 Lexus ES in Malaysia. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- 2026 VW Tayron launched in Malaysia: 7-seater SUV is priced from RM 190k, Elegance and R-LineShortly after the registration of interest (RoI) page was opened, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has launched the new 2026 Volkswagen Tayron in the country. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- Retro-modern done right? This is FullGood Motor and they're offering familiar-looking carsFullGood Motor has built a niche in China by combining retro American styling with legally approved Chinese vehicle hardware, turning what would normally be an illegal modification into a road-legal product. The Beijing-based company’s approach matters because it shows how design-led low-volume cars can still reach customers under China’s tight vehicle rules. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
- China to bring back physical buttons for safety-related functions, effective 1 July 2027China has finalised a new vehicle rule that will require physical controls for key safety-related functions, in a direct move against the industry’s recent shift toward screen-only cabins. Eric Goh Jul 13, 2026
