Profits surged at Subaru Corp. in the latest quarter as the U.S. shift to crossovers and light trucks powered rising demand for the brand’s signature all-wheel-drive lineup. Operating income climbed 18 percent to 119.34 billion yen for the company’s fiscal first quarter ended June 30, the carmaker said Thursday, while announcing results. Net income increased […]
The public can now view the upcoming all-new Toyota C-HR compact SUV at selected showrooms and other venues in Peninsular Malaysia this August onwards. The compact SUV is powered by a 1.8 litre Dual VVT-i engine and equipped with a Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) with sequential shifter. It comes with a full range of safety […]
Isuzu Malaysia has just launched the new mu-X facelift, which has been improved with upgrades in the exterior, interior and safety aspects. It was launched at the inaugural History Convention 2017 at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS) in Serdang. Inspired by the bald eagle, the new mu-X has a more fierce look thanks to the new bi-LED […]
News that diesel and petrol cars and vans will be banned from 2040 as part of efforts to tackle air pollution has hit headlines everywhere. Whilst we welcome any measures which help combat pollution and improve air quality, it raises many questions in terms of how it will be implemented. For example, will we have the infrastructure […]
When the NEOPLAN Skyliner was introduced in 1967, it immediately gained countless fans as the world’s first double-decker coach. Among them, Voyages Leroy. The Belgian tour operator bought the first double-decker in Belgium. Since then, it has bought every subsequent model. Today, Emanuelle Delmuelle stands in his father’s shoes and can well remember the decision […]
Mercedes-Benz Vans has recorded a significant increase in sales in the first half of 2017. With deliveries of 190,200 vehicles in all, the Vans division of Daimler surpassed the previous record set last year by eight percent (previous year 176,200). This means the business unit has now been growing for five years in a row. […]
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) celebrated the start of production of the world’ first all‑electric light-duty truck, the Fuso eCanter. The event was held at the production plant in Tramagal, Portugal, where all eCanter for the European and U.S. markets will be produced in line with the conventional Fuso Canter truck. The Portuguese […]
UD Trucks’ new medium-duty truck “Condor” is a good business partner for customers that allows them to feel a complete sense of security and tackle logistical challenges. The Condor is equipped with fuel efficiency, safety features, and drivability, which are fundamental ingredients for medium-duty trucks. In addition, UD Trucks’ comprehensive support services will realize efficient […]
Mercedes-Benz has revealed a prototype urban tractor unit based on its low-entry Econic chassis. The truck features a deep, panoramic windscreen and full-height glazed passenger door, and a low seating position which enables the driver to make direct eye contact with cyclists and pedestrians at junctions and in traffic. The German manufacturer said the 4×2 […]
The Volvo FE is now being launched with 350 hp/1400 Nm and a new front axle for axle loads of up to nine tonnes. This makes one of Volvo Trucks’ most versatile models into a strong contender even for more demanding distribution, refuse handling and light construction duties. The Volvo FE 350 is designed for […]
