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Audi Q8 e-tron 55 Sportback – Nice Car But It’s Being Ignored
The Audi Q8 e-tron 50 SUV was a nice car to drive, but it felt like some of the more premium features were intentionally left out. This was done so that Audi Malaysia could more clearly differentiate the 50 variant from the 55 variant. Apart from the higher price tag, the 55 variant actually brings…
Mazda CX-60 Brings Japanese Craftsmanship and Innovation To The Malaysian Market
Bermaz Motor has officially introduced the Mazda CX-60, the first model from Mazda’s Large Product Group, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the brand in Malaysia. Positioned as Mazda’s flagship SUV, the CX-60 promises an elevated blend of driving pleasure, refined aesthetics, and cutting-edge safety—all wrapped in a package that is unmistakably “Crafted…
Xpeng G6 – Like A G6
Following the current trend, Bermaz Malaysia has decided to introduce a new Chinese brand to the local market. After extensive discussions, Bermaz has officially become the distributor of the Xpeng brand in Malaysia. With this latest venture, the first model to be launched locally is the G6 MPV. According to Xpeng, the G6 is aimed…
Bosch C70-B: A Smart Investment for Your Idle Vehicles
If you tend to leave your car parked at home for extended periods, you’ve likely encountered the dreaded dead battery. While this issue is less common with Japanese cars, it can still happen. And for those who own a collection of vehicles—some of which might only be driven once a month—it can be a real…
GAC AION Y Plus – A Modest EV
Tan Chong has always been associated with Nissan, even though they also have other brands like Renault under their umbrella. In recent years, with the entry of multiple Chinese brands into the Malaysian market, Tan Chong has not been sitting idle. Instead, they took the initiative to introduce the GAC brand to Malaysia. In the…
GWM Tank 300 off Road Experience to Prove Its Capability
Not too long ago, GWM Malaysia invited selected members of the media for a field day with their Tank 300. Although the Tank 300 was launched back in July 2024, most people have only experienced it on normal roads or, at best, light off-road conditions. To properly showcase its capabilities, GWM Malaysia brought us to…
2024 Toyota Vellfire – Luxury Family Mover
On Malaysian streets, the most common cars you’ll see are likely the cheaper, entry-level models. But you’ll also notice a number of large MPVs, usually in black or white, cruising around. These are Toyota’s luxury MPVs, which have taken the Malaysian MPV market by storm. However, the majority of these vehicles initially entered Malaysia through…
Mercedes Benz A35 AMG – Grown Up But Still Fun
Previously, when I reviewed the A200, it felt like Mercedes-Benz had made many refinements to the vehicle, giving it a more mature feel. I was quite impressed with the update, which gave me a very positive outlook on the more powerful variant. During a recent festive season, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia allocated the facelifted A35 AMG for…
BYD M6 – The Electric Exora
In the second half of last year, BYD Malaysia launched two vehicles in quick succession — the BYD M6 and the BYD Sealion. One is a fully electric budget MPV, and the other is a premium electric SUV. In this review, I’ll be focusing on the BYD M6, which has actually sold quite well here…
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid – Old But New
A long time ago, Hyundai used to sell the Ioniq as a hybrid vehicle here in Malaysia. While it was somewhat successful, Hyundai has since gone quiet regarding new hybrid models. That changed in 2024, when Hyundai Malaysia decided to start selling the facelifted Santa Fe in a hybrid guise, aligning with their international powertrain…