New Launches, Prices & Reviews
Aston Martin DB12 S VMF Editions: Three bespoke models to debut at Monterey Car WeekAston Martin is bringing three special-edition DB12 S models to this year's Monterey Car Week, created by its Q bespoke division to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Lien Aug 12, 2026- Toyota warehouse damaged in airstrike, parts supply affectedToyota's spare parts warehouse in Kyiv has reportedly been destroyed in an overnight airstrike, disrupting the automaker's parts supply network across Ukraine. Lien Aug 11, 2026
- July 2026 Malaysia Car Sales: Proton eMas 7 PHEV leads Malaysia's hybrid sales in July, Toyota takes 3 of top 4 spotsThe Proton eMas 7 PHEV was Malaysia's best-selling hybrid-petrol model in July 2026, recording 872 registrations and finishing ahead of the Toyota Yaris Cross and Corolla Cross.
Eric Goh Aug 11, 2026 - Thailand preparing new EV support package as government looks to boost demand and local productionThailand's Ministry of Finance is preparing a new package of measures to support the country's electric vehicle (EV) industry, as the government looks to strengthen domestic demand while maintaining Thailand's position as a regional automotive production hub. Eric Goh Aug 11, 2026
- July 2026 Malaysia Car Sales: Proton eMas 5 dominates Malaysia's EV market in July, outsells second-place BYD Atto 3 by more than 4 timesThe Proton eMas 5 emerged as Malaysia's best-selling electric vehicle in July 2026, recording 2,402 registrations and finishing more than four times ahead of the second-placed BYD Atto 3. Eric Goh Aug 11, 2026
- Omoda C7 and C7 PHEV now open for bookings in Malaysia, estimated from RM 160,000Omoda & Jaecco Malaysia has officially opened bookings for the all-new Omoda C7 and C7 PHEV, with both C-segment crossover SUVs previewed ahead of their official Malaysian launch. Eric Goh Aug 11, 2026
- Tesla plans massive Terafab chip plant in Texas to power its AI ambitionsTesla is taking another step into AI hardware. On August 10, the company announced plans to build Terafab, a large-scale AI chip facility in Grimes County, Texas. Lien Aug 10, 2026
- Next-gen Mazda MX-5: Can Mazda keep the Miata formula in the EV era?For Malaysian enthusiasts, few cars have the same following as the Mazda MX-5, or Miata. Lien Aug 10, 2026
- Proton appoints Sri Lanka distributor for eMas models, sales targeted to begin this yearProton is expanding its export operations into Sri Lanka after signing a Distributorship Agreement with David Pieris Holdings (Private) Limited (DPHL), which will distribute and retail Proton eMas models in the market. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- Lepas L4 EV previewed in Malaysia – Entry-level EV SUV that offers a C-segment wheelbaseLepas is officiating here sooner than later – its official website has been up and running since June, and spyshots of the entry-level Lepas L4 surfaced in late-July. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- Kia opens new Kuching 3S centre, expands East Malaysia network to support ICE and EV customersKia Sales Malaysia (KSM) has expanded its presence in East Malaysia with the opening of a new Kia Kuching Heng Lian Enterprise 3S dealership in Kuching, Sarawak. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- Spied: AMA02 Proton Saga Cross - Two variants in Malaysia, including first look at 5-lug wheel designFresh spy photos of the AMA02 Proton Saga Cross have surfaced in Malaysia, offering the clearest look yet at the upcoming compact crossover-style model and suggesting that Proton may be testing at least two different variants at the same time. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- July 2026 Malaysia Car Sales: Perodua Dominates as Proton Takes Second PlacePerodua remained overwhelmingly dominant in Malaysia’s automotive market in July 2026, recording 31,842 vehicle registrations during the month. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- Spied: iCaur V27 spotted in Malaysia, could this be iCaur’s next big hit?There’s a new iCaur coming to Malaysia soon, as spyshots of the iCaur V27 have surfaced on social media recently. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- July 2026 Malaysia Car Sales: Perodua Bezza leads, Proton eMas 5 breaks into top-10The Perodua Bezza continued to lead Malaysia’s new vehicle sales rankings in July 2026, with 9,821 units registered during the month. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- Proton eMas surpasses 30,000 registrations in Malaysia after just 20 monthsProton eMas has achieved 31,504 xEV registrations in Malaysia as of 31 July 2026, making it the fastest automotive brand in the country to cross the 30,000-unit milestone. Eric Goh Aug 10, 2026
- Nissan Qashqai e-POWER breaks Guinness Record: 1,980 km on one tank, no more chargingThe Nissan Qashqai e-POWER has set a new Guinness World Record in Colombia after covering 1,980 km on a single tank of fuel, the longest distance recorded by a non-plug-in extended-range electric vehicle. Lien Aug 7, 2026
- 2026 Hyundai Stargazer: Top-spec Stargazer X previewed, est. price RM 121kWe’re definitely inching closer to the local launch of the Hyundai Stargazer, as Hyundai Malaysia just previewed the top-spec Stargazer X variant. Eric Goh Aug 7, 2026
- Upcoming Honda model could be developed by India's Tata Technologies - ICE, hybrids, EVs includedHonda has outsourced development of a new vehicle programme to Tata Technologies, marking the first time the Japanese automaker is said to be entrusting an Indian engineering services firm with an end-to-end platform assignment, according to people familiar with the matter. Eric Goh Aug 7, 2026
- NA0 BMW i3 Neue Klasse series production starts in Munich, Malaysia launch in 2027?BMW Group has officially started series production of the all-new NA0 BMW i3 at its Munich plant in Germany, marking another milestone in the rollout of the company's Neue Klasse family of vehicles. The production launch comes after strong customer interest prompted BMW to open order books earlier than originally planned. Eric Goh Aug 6, 2026
