New Launches, Prices & Reviews

With Mitsubishi Motors officially announcing the launch and local production of the Xforce HEV in Indonesia, this highly anticipated B-segment hybrid crossover SUV is once again in the ASEAN automotive spotlight. Over the past year or so, from its debut in Thailand to its localised production in Indonesia, Mitsubishi’s electrification push in Southeast Asia has noticeably gathered pace.

After years of silence, the countdown has finally begun for the complete revival of Mitsubishi Motors' legendary rugged off-road flagship——the Mitsubishi Pajero. According to the latest official teasers and various sources, the all-new 2027 Pajero is confirmed to make its official global debut this autumn, with subsequent rollouts in international markets.

For more than a decade, Malaysia's national car market was hardly a two-way battle. Since Perodua surpassed Proton in 2006, it has remained firmly ahead, widening the gap to more than four times Proton's sales by 2018. But the landscape is changing rapidly — the first half of 2026 has shown that the long-standing gap between Malaysia's two automotive giants is closing faster than ever.

iCaur Malaysia has officially commenced local assembly (CKD) of the 2026 iCaur V23, with the first locally assembled units set to arrive at authorised dealerships nationwide by the end of July.

smart has released official test images of the production version of the #2 in China, giving the clearest look yet at the brand’s next ultra-compact electric car before its world debut at the Paris Motor Show in October.

BMW Group Malaysia has announced the appointment of Raymond Tan Chor Ann as its new Managing Director, effective 1 September 2026, succeeding Benjamin Nagel, who will take on a new regional role within the BMW Group.

BYD Sime Motors has officially launched BYD Certified, the brand's certified pre-owned (CPO) programme in Malaysia, offering customers a factory-backed avenue to purchase used BYD electric vehicles with added peace of mind.

In early July 2026, news began circulating among Malaysian car enthusiasts that the Toyota GR GT—hailed by many as Japan's V8 performance flagship—could be heading to Malaysia.

The all-new Volkswagen Tayron has officially arrived in Malaysia, and if you are looking for an up close and personal look at Volkswagen’s latest seven-seater SUV, Federal Auto is the place to be.

smart Malaysia has unveiled the smart #5 Brabus Laser Red Edition, a limited-quantity colour variant of its flagship all-electric performance SUV. The new exterior finish retains all existing performance, technology, and premium features of the standard smart #5 Brabus.

A camouflaged Xpeng test vehicle has been spotted on Bangkok roads, and the shape strongly suggests the brand is evaluating the Xpeng Mona L03 for Thailand. If that identification is correct, it would mark Xpeng’s next step beyond the G6 and X9, moving the Chinese EV maker into a lower-priced segment that is becoming increasingly important in Thailand.

Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia has marked its second anniversary in the country with a major sales milestone, announcing that it has delivered more than 32,000 vehicles nationwide since entering the Malaysian market.

The Proton X50 is now in Indonesia… somewhat. Geely has officially introduced the Coolray in the republic, bringing in the compact SUV that Malaysians will immediately recognise as the model family behind Proton’s popular X50.

Karrus Automotive Group (KAG) has been appointed the exclusive distributor for Meguiar's across Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, marking the automotive group's latest expansion beyond vehicle sales and aftersales into the automotive care segment.

Over the past few weeks, Geely was busy rolling out its entry-level Geely EX2 (Proton eMas 5 to us) to various markets, including Australia and the UK.

The launch was officiated by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Federal Territories, Hannah Yeoh. Also present were APAD deputy director of development Azrin Borhan, Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri TPr Fadlun Mak Ujud and Japan’s ambassador to Malaysia, H.E. Noriyuki Shikata.

The upcoming Proton Saga Cross has been spotted again, and this could be the clearest look yet at Proton’s upcoming small SUV. The latest imagens- courtesy of threads user adamsgreen07 - shows two fully camouflaged test units parked side by side, giving us a better idea of the model’s shape, proportions and possible variant differences.

Following its real-world popularity, it appears that the Jetour T2 will soon be roaming the streets of Los Santos in GTA V.

In July 2026, a pure electric K-Car from China's BYD became a hot topic in the Malaysian automotive circle.

Nissan has launched the all-new 2026 Nissan Elgrand in Japan, marking the return of its premium MPV with a redesigned body, hybrid powertrain, and a stronger focus on rear-seat comfort. The new model is positioned as a high-end people mover for buyers who want luxury-car features in a practical seven- or eight-seat package.