A significant shift is unfolding in the automotive industry as rumors circulate that Škoda, the 131-year-old Czech automaker, may officially exit the Chinese market by mid-2026. Once celebrated as the "King of Value-for-Money" in China, the legendary brand is now losing traction in the world's most competitive auto market. The drivers behind this potential withdrawal and its broader implications f

On March 25, 2026, Sony Group and Honda Motor announced the discontinuation of the development and launch plans for the Afeela series under their joint venture, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM).

Amid rising fuel prices in Thailand, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has switched his daily commute vehicle from a luxury Rolls-Royce to a Chinese-made BYD electric vehicle. This change aligns with efforts to promote energy conservation and support the regional electric vehicle industry.

The 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS 2026) is currently in full swing, and Toyota's facelifted pure electric crossover SUV, the 2026 bZ4X, has officially made its debut. Built on the e-TNGA dedicated pure electric platform, this model first landed in the Thai market as early as November last year. This auto show once again draws the attention of Southeast Asian consumers and also sets t

The Tesla Model Y L is accelerating its expansion across right-hand-drive (RHD) markets, following its ASEAN debut at the ongoing Bangkok International Motor Show in Thailand. As the likelihood of a Malaysian launch continues to grow, Tesla's departure from its usual global simultaneous launch in favor of this phased rollout strategy has sparked speculation within the local automotive industry.

For Malaysian drivers, the Geely EX5 will feel instantly familiar, as it is the Thai market's twin to the Proton e.MAS 7. Both models share the same architecture and nearly identical core specifications — essentially two versions of the same compact electric SUV tailored specifically for Southeast Asian road conditions.

Despite a recent slowdown in Honda's global EV rollout, the automaker is keeping the momentum alive in Southeast Asia. The Honda e:N2 officially made its regional debut at the ongoing 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show. As a C-segment electric SUV, its arrival in Thailand has naturally left Malaysian enthusiasts asking one big question: when is it our turn?

The all-new third-generation 2026 Mazda CX-5 right-hand-drive version has made its official debut. Marking the first comprehensive redesign since 2017, the new vehicle has undergone extensive upgrades from its body structure to technological configurations. While Australia is slated to receive the model mid-year, Malaysia — following Mazda's typical regional rollout strategy — is expected to welco

On the evening of March 25, the all-new Audi A6L celebrated its global debut and official market launch in China. Offered in four distinct configurations with a versatile range of powertrains, the lineup is priced between RMB 322,900 and 435,900 (approximately RM 185,100 to 249,900).

With test mules frequently spotted in Malaysia, the all-new Toyota Yaris Cross HEV — a B-segment SUV — is gradually lifting its veil. According to multiple sources, this hybrid SUV is highly likely to make its official debut in the near term, further strengthening Toyota's product lineup in Malaysia's competitive entry-level SUV market.

On March 24, Xiaomi Group released its 2025 full-year financial report, with performance soaring to a new all-time high. A standout highlight was the intelligent electric vehicle division, which delivered exceptional results as annual revenue surpassed the RMB 100 billion milestone for the first time. This historic financial milestone has once again ignited anticipation among Malaysian car enthusi

As a mainstay of Malaysia's B-segment family sedan market, the Honda City is poised for a mid-lifecycle facelift. Recent spy shots captured in Brazil show the 2027 facelifted model undergoing road tests, signaling that a regional update is imminent. Rather than a full generational overhaul, this update will focus on refined detail tweaks to bolster the model's competitiveness before the next-gener

On March 24, marking both the 140th anniversary of Mercedes-Benz inventing the automobile and the 105th anniversary of the Maybach brand, the all-new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class officially made its global debut.

For consumers looking to transition to electric mobility, the primary barrier has long been the prohibitively high upfront cost of ownership rather than range anxiety. With mainstream electric vehicles on the local market typically starting above the RM 100,000 mark, many young professionals and small families have found themselves effectively priced out of the segment.

The 2026 Nissan Kicks e-Power, a heavily updated variant of the popular crossover, has officially made its debut at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show. Positioned as a B-segment electrified SUV tailored for the Southeast Asian market, this model is a comprehensive evolution of the existing P15 generation, rather than the second-generation P16 variant currently sold in the United States..

The global crude oil market witnessed a rare and dramatic collapse on the night of March 23, 2026. In a single session, the world's two primary benchmarks — Brent Crude and WTI — both plummeted by more than 10%, marking the sharpest one-day decline in recent history. For Malaysian motorists, who have been grappling with the mounting pressure of high fuel prices for days, this drastic fluctuation o

For Mazda owners, the infotainment system has long been a point of contention. The lack of touchscreen functionality when using smartphone integration forced drivers to rely solely on the central control knob, significantly hindering the user experience. However, with the official debut of the 2026 Mazda CX-60 and CX-80 on Mazda Japan's official website, this long-standing pain point has finally b

On 22 March, the Geely Boyue EREV, a brand-new long-range range-extended SUV from Geely, officially opened for pre-sale in the Chinese market, with a starting pre-sale price of 127,900 RMB (approximately RM83,000). It has become a highlight in the compact SUV segment thanks to its advanced range-extender technology and family-friendly specifications. As the Boyue shares the same platform and herit

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Toyota Land Cruiser, this legendary lineage revered by off-road enthusiasts worldwide welcomes a groundbreaking new member — the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ.

Amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East, international crude oil prices have surged past the USD 100 per barrel mark, triggering significant fluctuations in retail fuel prices across many countries. Malaysia and China have shown a stark divergence in fuel price trends: the Malaysian government has utilized targeted fuel subsidies to hold the retail price of RON95 petrol firmly at RM