New Launches, Prices & Reviews
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- 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
- 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 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
- Tesla Cybercab robotaxi launched in the US, rumored for Asian showcase tour this monthOn 4 September Kuala Lumpur time, the highly anticipated production version of Tesla's fully autonomous driverless EV — the Cybercab was finally launched, and has already commenced real-world operations in Austin, USA. Lien Sep 4, 2026
- Freelander 8 launches in China, priced from RM 188kFreelander has officially launched the Freelander 8 in China, starting from RMB 289,900 (around RM 188k) after launch incentives. Lien Sep 4, 2026
- Xiaomi Auto is coming to Europe: First German dealer partnerships pave the way for 2027 launchXiaomi Auto is preparing for its European debut in 2027, with Germany set to become one of its first key markets. Lien Sep 4, 2026
- BYD inaugurates first Indonesian plant, with exports to RHD markets including Malaysia and SingaporeBYD has officially inaugurated its first manufacturing plant in Indonesia, marking a major step in the Chinese automaker’s regional expansion. Eric Goh Sep 4, 2026
- BYD Sealion 08 launches in China with EV and PHEV powertrains, from RM 138kBYD has launched the Sealion 08 in China, with prices starting at RMB 229,900 (~RM 138k) for the PHEV and RMB 239,900 (~RM 144k) for the EV. Lien Sep 4, 2026
- 2026 Honda City facelift previewed: New looks, now with BSM + LaneWatch, 360 camFollowing its opening of booking last week, Honda Malaysia has begun its nationwide preview of the upcoming 2026 Honda City facelift. The updated sedan will debut first, followed by the hatchback at a later date. Eric Goh Sep 4, 2026
- 2027 Zeekr 7X set for Q4 China launch with new 85kWh Golden Brick battery optionZeekr has confirmed updates for the 2027 Zeekr 7X, with the electric SUV set to enter the Chinese market in the fourth quarter with a new 85 kWh Golden Brick battery variant. Lien Sep 3, 2026
- Range Rover Electric revealed with 550 PS, 800V technology and up to 600 km rangeLand Rover has revealed the official images of the Range Rover Electric, the brand's first fully electric SUV, with production confirmed at its Solihull plant in the UK. Lien Sep 3, 2026
