The new Ford Focus Sport+ – The Best hatchback under RM150k
Paradigm shift is defined as major changes in how some processes (including thought processes) are accomplished. My paradigm was shifted by something called rotan when I was young. There is no better instrument in – ‘motivating’ someone to conform to a certain thought process (ie Shut up and eat your vegetables). …
Volkswagen Group restructures local subsidiary, VGM – UPDATED 1 SEPT 2016
It has been reported recently that Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) has brought in Porsche Holdings Salzburg to improve the current situation in Malaysia, that is to say the brand’s reputation is in tatters, sales numbers are not going anywhere without huge discounts that cut into profits while owners remaining disillusioned …
The Hyundai Tucson – An epitome of Korean innovation and progress
Korean automotive brands has managed to establish a positive reputation today yet their people are not letting their guard down. They know that in the technology race, Japan isn’t out and tailing close behind is China who has taken the Korean’s place in trying to gain a foothold in the …
The truth about automotive media – why some sites will never get media cars and oversea invites
You want to be an auto journalist because you want to drive fancy cars, stay in luxurious hotels, given complimentary First or Business class tickets to exotic places and be the first to test models yet to be launched? Sorry to burst your bubble but that ain’t happening – not …
Mercedes Benz Malaysia Breaks All Records 1st HALF 2016 – Here’s Why
The folks at Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) are on a roll. They’ve just completed the first half of 2016 with another record-breaking performance. Delivering a total of 6,017 cars to customers in the six-month period ended June 2016, the premium German marque registered double digit growth of 17 per cent compared …
The Mazda SkyActiv Diesel launched
With the introduction of Euro 5 Diesel, car companies are able to explore the possibility of introducing diesel powered variants. Not only does Euro 5 Diesel ensures longevity of fuel related components, for the end user, it is the availability of diesel fuel that appeals most. When I took the Range …
The new Proton Perdana – first impressions
The 4th generation Proton Perdana has been launched and one of the more interesting question (I found) in the press conference that was asked by the members of the media was, “why is it a 4th generation?”. First there was the 2.0litre NA Perdana. Then came the V6. Then came the …