The new-generation Jaguar XJ has been officially launched by Jaguar’s sole distributor for Malaysia, Sisma Auto Sdn Bhd. Fully imported from the U.K., the XJ, available only in Premium Luxury LWB trim, has not yet been officially priced, although a finalised pricing of around RM 1 million is expected to be announced within a month or two. For a start, Sisma Auto …Read More

The 2012 all-new, third-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster has been spied while undergoing testing in the U.S.. With relatively little camouflage on the two-seater coupe, the spy photos clearly show the BMW Z4-rival retaining much of the proven formula seen on the current SLK, from its long bonnet, short rear proportion to its two-piece folding metal roof. The grille, …Read More

The 2011 Audi A7 Sportback has been officially unveiled in Munich, and will go on sale in Europe in the fourth quarter of this year. Aimed squarely at the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class, Audi’s latest creation, positioned between the A6 and A8 sedans, is designed with elements of an elegant coupe, a sports sedan and a practical estate, within a “four-door …Read More

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has reported excellent sales performance for the first half of 2010, selling 2417 vehicle units which represent a 29 percent year-on-year increase. The compact luxury C-Class, mid-size luxury E-Class and large luxury S-Class all performed well in their respective segments, giving Mercedes-Benz Malaysia the lead over BMW Malaysia in terms of overall sales numbers. “Our market leading position in the …Read More

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class facelift has been revealed, with minor exterior and interior tweaks plus two new engines, but without the expected name change to S-Class Coupe (Mercedes-Benz says the name will be used on the next-generation CL-Class). The exterior has been mildly updated with a new grille, restyled headlamps integrated with LED daytime running lights, modified front …Read More

There is no escaping the trend of growing emphasis on fuel economy and emissions level, not even for a traditional sports-car brand like Maserati. According to company CEO Harald Wester, the next-generation Quattroporte will be 15 percent lighter and 25 percent lower on fuel consumption and emissions compared to the current Quattroporte. To achieve those objectives, the upcoming …Read More

You are looking at a “leaked” photo of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe, which is a renamed, facelift version of the current CL-Class. Apparently, Mercedes-Benz has “accidentally” posted the photo on their Dutch website. To make it convincing, no details were released alongside the photo. Still, consider this a semi-official glimpse at the S-Class-based coupe which will be …Read More

The rest of 2010 and 2011 promise to be exciting for Mercedes-Benz. Along with a new brand campaign, the German automaker will be launching a range of more efficient engines towards the end of this year, as well as 16 new or upgraded models by 2011. Formulated by the company’s founder Gottlieb Daimler, the new brand …Read More

Nasim, a Naza Group subsidiary company that has taken over the official distributorship for the Peugeot brand in Malaysia since January 2008, has set a modest target of selling between 1200 and 1440 units of the recently-launched Peugeot 3008 crossover SUV, available at RM 143,888 OTR with insurance, over the coming 12 months. Malaysia has the honour of being …Read More

BMW’s Megacity electric vehicle (EV) may be three years away from its 2013 launch date, but there has already been word of an EV sports car based on it, coming from none other than BMW’s head of sales and marketing Ian Robertson, who went on to confirm that the Megacity will not be sold in “just one format”. To be based on …Read More

Lewis Hamilton has won his first victory of 2010 in the Turkish Grand Prix in Istanbul, with Jenson Button completing the McLaren one-two. The Red Bull duo of Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel was heading for the top positions once again, until Vettel’s overtaking attempt on then-leader Webber resulted in a collision, handing the victory to the McLaren cars lurking close behind. While …Read More

These are the spy photos of the latest 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS, which is set for introduction at the Paris Motor Show in September. With much of the CLS’s success attributable to its unique, sleek coupe profile, the all-new CLS carries over a similar rakish roofline and striking creases along each side. Its front end is also reminiscent of the Mercedes-Benz …Read More

BMW has embarked on “consolidating” its new design language which will be “more harmonious”, according to BMW’s new design director Adrian van Hooydonk, who has just taken over the hot seat from the legendary Chris Bangle last year. “Consolidation is good for the brand because it gives a clearer image of what BMW …Read More

Red Bull’s Mark Webber led from start to finish to claim victory in the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona. Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso prevented a Red-Bull one-two by beating Webber’s teammate Sebastian Vettel to second position. Mercedes-Benz’s Michael Schumacher finished fourth, his best result thus far in his comeback season. Unlike the race in Malaysia, Webber defended his pole position against …Read More

Euromobil Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of DRB-HICOM Bhd, is aiming high after becoming the exclusive distributor of the Audi brand for Malaysia since February 2010. Having sold 465 Audi units last year, Euromobil has been tasked by Audi to sell at least 700 units for this year, although the company is expecting to sell 1000 units, given the strong interest in the …Read More

The next-generation F10 BMW 5-Series will be launched in Malaysia shortly after the 7th of May. This piece of information has come to light thanks to an invitation sent out by BMW Malaysia that invites selected prospective customers to an exclusive preview of the all-new 5-Series on May 7, 7.30pm at KLCC. That date is around two weeks away, and the …Read More

The Mercedes-Benz Shooting Break concept has been unveiled ahead of the Beijing Motor Show which takes place later this week. A continuation of the Mercedes-Benz F800 Style, the Shooting Break previews the 2011 next-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS, a model that will be positioned against the likes of Audi A7, BMW 5-Series GT and Porsche Panamera. The Shooting …Read More

Jenson Button, the reigning world champion, has won the Chinese Grand Prix, thanks to yet another spot-on tyre call on a wet Shanghai circuit. This is Button’s second victory in four races, after his first at the Australian Grand Prix, propelling him to the top of the drivers’ championship. Lewis Hamilton secured a McLaren 1-2 finish, with Nico Rosberg of Mercedes claiming third. …Read More

Daimler and Renault-Nissan have finalised an alliance that involves Daimler taking a 3.1 percent stake in Renault and a 3.1 percent stake in Nissan, with Renault-Nissan getting a 3.1 percent stake in Daimler. The alliance will focus on platform and drivetrain sharing which would save Daimler and Renault-Nissan two billion euros each in the …Read More

Red Bull has finally lived up to promise at the Malaysian GP, as Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber took the first-second placing at the Sepang circuit. Third on the grid, Vettel made an excellent start, overtaking his Australian teammate, who started in pole position, in the first corner, and leading from start to finish with relative ease. …Read More