There is something slightly strange about driving an electric Toyota Hilux for the first time. You expect a Hilux to sound like a Hilux. You expect the diesel engine, the mechanical noises and that familiar sense of effort from a traditional 4×4 pickup. Instead, you get almost complete silence. And yet, after spending time with […]
There is a certain expectation that comes with the Toyota Vios. It is supposed to be sensible, reliable, easy to drive, economical, and comfortable enough. In other words, it is supposed to get the job done without making too much of a fuss. But after spending some proper time with the 2026 Toyota Vios HEV, […]
If someone asked me to recommend just one family MPV in Malaysia without giving me a budget, the Kia Carnival would almost certainly be the first name that comes to mind, simply because it gets almost everything right. After spending time with the seven-seater variant priced at RM248,888, I walked away with one conclusion – […]
For the longest time, the automotive world has been obsessed with making engines smaller. Four cylinders replaced six, hybrid systems became more powerful, turbochargers became more sophisticated, and electric motors stepped in to fill the gaps in torque delivery. On paper, everything got quicker, more efficient, and more environmentally friendly. Yet every now and then, […]
For years, Malaysians shopping for a premium MPV have had one answer – buy a reconditioned Japanese luxury MPV as they’re comfortable, prestigious, and hold their value incredibly well. However, the arrival of the GWM WEY G9 PHEV has changed that conversation. Priced at RM269,888, the locally assembled WEY G9 isn’t trying to beat a […]
The latest Mazda BT-50 arrived recently in Malaysia in a significantly more focused form, distributed by Bermaz Motor following its global debut last October. For 2026, Mazda has streamlined the range into a single, high-spec configuration, sharpening both its positioning and its value proposition in an already crowded pickup segment. In a market dominated by […]
The SUV market in Malaysia has a new talking point, and it is boxy, bold, and already proving to be a strong sales performer. Say hello to the Jetour T2, which is officially available in Malaysia in a single 2.0L XWD variant, priced at RM156,800 (Peninsular Malaysia) on-the-road without insurance. That places it squarely in […]
The electric vehicle market in Malaysia is moving at a ridiculous pace. Almost every month, a new EV arrives promising more range, more technology, bigger screens, faster charging, or more power. Yet despite the growing number of choices, very few EVs manage to feel genuinely complete. That’s precisely why the Xpeng G6 RWD Long Range […]
The Mazda CX-80 has a tough job in Malaysia. Priced at RM296,610, Mazda’s largest SUV sits in an interesting position within the market. It competes against established seven-seat models such as the Kia Sorento, Hyundai Santa Fe and Peugeot 5008, while also creeping into territory occupied by entry-level premium SUVs from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. That […]
When the all-new Honda Prelude was first revealed, there was a surprising amount of criticism. The main complaint? It shares its hybrid powertrain with the Honda Civic e:HEV, which immediately led to people saying the Prelude is going to be underpowered, not exciting enough, and nowhere near the level of the Honda Civic Type R. But that comparison never […]
