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Malaysia-bound Changan launches SDA Pilot intelligent driving system – 560 TOPS, 256-line LiDAR, 400+ parking scenarios, investments over RM 35 billion!Malaysia-bound Chinese carmaker Changan has officially launched its latest advanced driver assistance system, called SDA Pilot, as the automotive group continues to ramp up its intelligent driving capabilities ahead of its planned arrival in Malaysia.
Sanjay Madhav Sep 8, 2026- 8 months later, 2026 Volvo ES90 updated in Malaysia: RM 339,888, Mulberry RedAlongside today’s 2026 Volvo EX90 launch, Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) also announced that its sedan brethren, the 2027 Volvo ES90 has been updated.
Eric Goh Sep 8, 2026 - Mazda Museum hits 2 million visitors since opening in Hiroshima in 1994For car enthusiasts, Mazda's headquarters in Hiroshima, Japan is about more than cars rolling off an assembly line. It is also a place to see where the brand came from and how it has evolved.
Lien Sep 8, 2026 - Beyond volume: How Mazda puts people at the heart of its strategyIn a previous piece, we looked at Mazda CEO Masahiro Moro's view that, in an industry where bigger is often seen as better, chasing volume for its own sake is not the answer. Instead, Mazda should focus on building brand value. Lien Sep 8, 2026
- 200,000th Zeekr 7X rolls off the line two years after its global debutZeekr has reached a new milestone with its 7X electric SUV, as the 200,000th production unit rolled off the line on 8 September. Lien Sep 8, 2026
- Bermaz Xpeng hands over first CKD locally assembled G6 units in MalaysiaBermaz Xpeng has delivered the first batch of locally assembled (CKD) Xpeng G6 units to Malaysian customers, marking the start of customer deliveries for the locally produced EV SUV. Eric Goh Sep 8, 2026
- Audi A2 e-tron debuts: Brand's most efficient EV offers up to 646 km range, from RM 195kAudi has officially unveiled the all-new all-electric hatchback, a fully electric hatchback that the company says is its most efficient production model to date. Lien Sep 8, 2026
- Xiaomi SkyNomad N70 and N90 REEVs launched in China from RM 130k, any luck for Malaysia?On the evening of 7 September, the Xiaomi SkyNomad N70 and N90 series were officially launched. This marks Xiaomi EV's second product lineup following the SU7 and YU7, as well as Xiaomi's maiden venture into range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) powertrains.
Calvin Sep 8, 2026 - 2026 Volvo EX90 launched in Malaysia: 800V, 350 kW DC FC, 623 km WLTP, RM 428,888Less than one year since its global debut, Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) has launched the new 2026 Volvo EX90 in the country. Eric Goh Sep 8, 2026
- 3rd-Gen Perodua Myvi Buyer's Guide: Which Variant Fits Your Budget?The Perodua Myvi needs little introduction in the Malaysian automotive landscape. Ever since the first generation arrived in 2005, this hatchback has consistently remained one of the country's best-selling cars, earning its rightful title as the “King of Malaysian Roads”. Calvin Sep 7, 2026
- Honda HR-V 1.5 E vs Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8V: which RM130k SUVs should you buy?In Malaysia's non-national SUV segment, the Honda HR-V and Toyota Corolla Cross are two unavoidable contenders. For years, the HR-V has consistently been one of the top-selling Japanese SUVs in the country, while the Corolla Cross serves as Toyota's heavyweight contender in this price bracket. Calvin Sep 7, 2026
- Budget Under RM50,000: Perodua Axia AV vs Proton Saga Premium S – How to Choose?If you are shopping for a new car on a budget under RM50,000, the Perodua Axia and Proton Saga are almost guaranteed to be on your shortlist. One is Malaysia's best-selling entry-level hatchback, while the other is the national sedan that has just undergone a major update with an all-new 1.5-litre engine. Calvin Sep 7, 2026
- 2026 Nissan Serena e-Power buyer's guide: Breaking down all five trims from RM155k to RM180kIn March 2026, Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) officially launched the sixth-generation Nissan Serena e-Power in Malaysia. This marks the Serena's first time being locally assembled (CKD), and it is also the very first e-Power model to be assembled in Malaysia. Calvin Sep 7, 2026
- GWM WEY teases new boxy SUV with LiDAR and retro off-road stylingGWM WEY has revealed the official images of a new boxy SUV, although the model has yet to be given an official name. The new SUV will add another model to WEY's line-up, with more details expected to follow. Lien Sep 7, 2026
- smart #2 spotted in China: Two-seater EV returns to its roots with 400km rangesmart looks set to return to its two-seat roots with the new smart #2, which has been spotted in camouflage on the streets of Beijing, Shenzhen and Shanghai. Lien Sep 7, 2026
- NHTSA opens probe into self-certified, steering-wheel-free Tesla CybercabThe US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into Tesla's driverless Cybercab, looking into whether the vehicle's certification under federal motor vehicle safety standards was carried out correctly. Lien Sep 7, 2026
- Geely Xingyue L Plus debuts with 2,900mm wheelbase, rear-wheel steering, and new hybrid techGeely has unveiled the Xingyue L Plus in China. The new model keeps the familiar Xingyue L shape, but gets a more substantial look and a much longer equipment list, including LiDAR, Nvidia's Orin-Y chip and Geely's H5 driver-assistance system. Lien Sep 7, 2026
- 2026 Toyota Harrier 2.5 HEV Buyer's Guide: Who is buying this RM289,000 Japanese luxury SUV?In March 2026, UMW Toyota Motor officially launched the fourth-generation Harrier in Malaysia. For the first time locally, the Harrier is offered exclusively as a Hybrid, with the petrol-powered variant discontinued. Calvin Sep 7, 2026
- 2026 Proton S70 Lite and Prime variants open for booking, estimated to cost below RM 60,000Proton has expanded the 2026 Proton S70 range with two new variants, the Lite and Prime, both powered by a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre i-GT petrol engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Eric Goh Sep 7, 2026
- No broken glass, no noise: How key-cloning thieves target Malaysian cars in two minutesCar owners in Malaysia are being warned about increasingly sophisticated theft methods, with some thieves able to clone a vehicle's key and drive it away in just two to five minutes. Lien Sep 5, 2026
