New Launches, Prices & Reviews
BYD Racco heads to Japan to challenge Honda N-One; 320 km range, big cargo space, and estimated to start at 2.5m JPY (~RM 63k)BYD is set to launch the Racco in Japan on 28 July, marking a direct move into the country’s protected kei-car segment with a right-hand-drive electric mini car designed for urban and suburban use.
Sanjay Madhav Jul 15, 2026- Mercedes-Benz electric C-Class begins mass production in Hungary ahead of China long-wheelbase launch in 2026Mercedes-Benz has officially started mass production of the all-new electric C-Class at its factory in Hungary, a milestone that also marks the plant’s first core battery-electric model.
Eric Goh Jul 15, 2026 - Will the Chery-JLR Freelander 8 Come to Malaysia? RHD Planned and ASEAN Testing UnderwayThe name Freelander has, for all intents and purposes, faded from memory in Malaysia.
Calvin Jul 15, 2026 - 2026 Lexus ES teased in Malaysia ahead of launch, ES350h est. from RM 366,888Recently, Lexus Malaysia has teased the 2026 Lexus ES on its official Facebook page, hinting that the eighth-generation executive sedan is close to a local introduction. Eric Goh Jul 15, 2026
- Coming to Malaysia very soon, Jetour T1 tops 800 bookings in Indonesia within a month; i-DM PHEV leads demand at ~RM 121kDemand for the Jetour T1 is building quickly in Indonesia, with 800 customers already taking up the special launch offer about a month after the SUV was introduced in June 2026. The figure covers the first 1,000 buyers eligible for the early purchase programme, reports news outlet OtoDriver. Sanjay Madhav Jul 15, 2026
- 2026 Mazda CX-30 to get CX-5's 2.5L mild-hybrid engine in Japan-market refresh; prices from around RM 80k thereMazda’s updated CX-30 is preparing for a Japanese market debut in July 2026, with the compact crossover set to receive a minor model-year refresh, a new 2.5-litre mild-hybrid variant and a special Air Edition grade, reports Japanese outlet Creative311. Sanjay Madhav Jul 15, 2026
- Proton launches East Malaysia Day campaign with free 40-point safety inspection and wiper set reward in Sabah and SarawakProton has launched its 2026 East Malaysia Day campaign in Sabah and Sarawak, using the month-long aftersales initiative to promote vehicle safety checks while rewarding owners who service their cars at authorised outlets. Sanjay Madhav Jul 14, 2026
- Malaysia to begin small-scale production of homegrown graphene-enhanced EV battery in JulyMalaysia plans to start small-scale production of a homegrown graphene-enhanced lithium-ion battery for electric vehicles (EVs) in July, according to a report from Nikkei Asia. The move is being framed as a step forward for the country’s ambitions in advanced manufacturing and EV supply-chain development. Eric Goh Jul 14, 2026
- 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
- 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
