2024 Volkswagen Passat Pro debuts in China – larger than European wagon; 220 PS 2.0L TSI, 7-speed DSG
While Europe gets the ninth-generation Volkswagen Passat as a Variant (wagon) only, it’s a little different in China that still loves a traditional sedan shape. As such, the carmaker has introduced the new Passat Pro […]
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Canada to impose 100% tariff on EVs made in China
Canada has announced it will impose a 100% tariff on imports of electric vehicles (EVs) made in China in a move that mirrors those made by the United States and European Union. According to a […]
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Next-generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class to be offered with EV and ICE powertrains – EQS to be dropped
According to a report by Autocar, the next-generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class will be offered with internal combustion as well as fully electric powertrains. This effectively means the EQS, which is the brand’s current flagship electric sedan, […]
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2024 Zeekr 7X debuts in Chengdu – Tesla Model Y, Xpeng G6 rival; up to 646 PS, 780 km CLTC EV range
The Zeekr 7X has made its full debut in China at this year’s Chengdu Motor Show, with deliveries set to commence in China by the end of September. According to CarNewsChina, the 7X will also […]
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Lexus recreates iconic Balance ad featuring the LS to celebrate its 35th anniversary, now with more glasses
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Lexus, which launched its first car – the LS400 – back in 1989. Incorporating hundreds of new patents, the LS400 impressed upon its debut and found 3,000 owners […]
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Government has never discussed bringing back GST as alternative to cutting RON95 subsidies – Fahmi
According to communications minister Fahmi Fadzil, the government has no plans to reintroduce the goods and services tax (GST) as an alternative to removing subsidies for RON 95 petrol. As reported by Bernama and NST, […]
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G45 BMW X3 gets wide range of M Performance Parts
Following the debut of the fourth-generation (G45) BMW X3 in June this year, the German carmaker is now highlighting the official range of M Performance Parts available for its Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). Starting with […]
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2024 Toyota Camry now in Singapore – first debut of ninth-gen in Southeast Asia; 231 PS 2.5L hybrid only
The ninth-generation (XV80) Toyota Camry has made its first Southeast Asian debut in Singapore, several months after the redesigned sedan made its global debut last November. Singapore gets the latest Camry in a sole Elegance […]
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Airlines required to fully refund passengers of flights delayed five hours or more starting Sept 2, 2024
Airlines will be required to provide mandatory full refunds to passengers of flights delayed for at least five hours or more beginning September 2, 2024, says transport minister Anthony Loke. According to a report by […]
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Xpeng X9 – fully electric 7-seat MPV with up to 503 PS, 702 km CLTC EV range; should this come to Malaysia?
The G6 is Xpeng’s first model to go on sale here in Malaysia, with more expected to come our way based on what was said during a press conference following the launch of the electric […]
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