Stories, Heritage & Lifestyle
Tan Chong and SGMW plan local EV battery assembly in Malaysia under TQ Wuling partnershipTan Chong Motor Group and SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) have signed a cooperation agreement to advance electric vehicle battery localisation in Malaysia, extending their partnership beyond vehicle assembly into core EV components.
Eric Goh Oct 2, 2026- Toyota's "TO YOU. TOYOTA" campaign imagines a more inclusive future for mobilityWhat if your next mobility device looked more like a pair of trainers or a skateboard than a traditional wheelchair? And what if it could let wheelchair users and non-wheelchair users play basketball or tennis on an even footing?
Lien Sep 28, 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
- From Xiaomi to Zeekr: Key highlights from the 2026 Chengdu Motor ShowThe 29th Chengdu Motor Show kicked off On 21 August 2026. Spanning 220,000 square metres, the show brings together nearly 120 brands and around 1,600 vehicles. It’s the first major motor show to be held in China in the second half of the year.
Calvin Aug 26, 2026 - Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram launched in Malaysia, priced from RM 2,250,000On 21 August, in conjunction with the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Kuala Lumpur 2026 held at The Exchange TRX, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia unveiled a car that instantly turned every camera lens in its direction. Calvin Aug 25, 2026
- Motorsport Month in Malaysia: Double race weekends ignite Sepang this AugustAugust at Sepang International Circuit is shaping up to be exceptionally busy. Over two consecutive weekends, two racing events with starkly contrasting styles will take place back-to-back. Calvin Aug 20, 2026
- Automotive Aerodynamics: The mechanics of drag reductionWhy does a piece of paper fall slower when it is flat than when it is vertical? Calvin Aug 19, 2026
- Perodua Kelisa: How an autograph turned the discontinued compact into Malaysia's pridePenang, July 2026. The crew of the upcoming Netflix film The Big Fix was busy filming. Seeking a more local touch, they rented a Perodua Kelisa as a prop car from Raymond Koe, a local used car dealer. Calvin Aug 17, 2026
- The Story of Kaizen: How Toyota's century-old philosophy lives on from a loom to the GR86There is a reason Toyota cars have long had a reputation for being dependable. It is not just about the engines, the parts or the way they are put together. Much of it comes down to a simple Japanese idea: Kaizen (かいぜん). Lien Aug 14, 2026
- Mazda's Gekokujō: Winning on Value, Not VolumeFor years, cars are often judged by what they offer on paper — how much they cost, how much room they have and how well they hold their value. For automakers, the pressure is just as straightforward: sell more cars, gain more market share and keep prices competitive. Lien Aug 14, 2026
- Toyota Alphard: The story behind Malaysia's favourite half-million ringgit passenger moverIn Malaysia, a Toyota Alphard commands a price tag of RM548,000. That is enough to buy a BMW 5 Series, plus a Perodua Myvi. Calvin Aug 7, 2026
- 106 years of Mazda: This carmaker didn't always make cars, here's how they startedWho would have thought that Mazda, now renowned for its striking design and often hailed as the "BMW of Japan", actually began life as a cork manufacturer over a century ago? Lien Jul 30, 2026
- Toyota Estima retrospective: Dissecting the generations of a Malaysian MPV legendOn the roads of Malaysia, one vehicle's presence has never faded with time: the Toyota Estima. Lien Jul 15, 2026
