Hycan Electric Vehicles Set to Enter the Malaysian Market
2024/09/14
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Changan CS75 PLUS Blue Whale Super Edition Opens Blind Orders, Beijing Debut Set for April 24
Changan Auto has announced the CS75 PLUS Blue Whale Super Edition compact SUV is now open for blind orders, with four launch benefits including Midea home appliances for test drives, RMB 99 deposit offset against RMB 999 purchase price, 10,000 Gravity Domain points and an additional 10,000 points for social media delivery posts. The vehicle will make its public debut at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24. Design features a boundless front grille with V-shaped elements, star-ring full-width light bar and 7-shaped headlamps, available in seven colours including Andes Grey and Atomic Grey. The profile showcases multi-layer waistlines, dense-spoke alloys and roof rails, with wheel options of 18, 19 and 20 inches.
Hyundai Boulder Concept Debuts at New York Auto Show, Previews 2030 Body-on-Frame Pickup
The Hyundai Boulder Concept SUV made its global debut at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, previewing the brand's first fully-boxed body-on-frame architecture set to underpin a production midsize pickup by 2030. Developed by Hyundai Design North America, the concept embodies the "Art of Steel" philosophy, blending sculptural beauty with functional ruggedness. Features include an upright greenhouse, dual safari-style fixed windows, and coach-style doors, emphasizing extreme off-road capability and versatility to attract American adventure seekers and expand Hyundai's truck market presence.
Jaecoo J5 Debuts in Malaysia as Entry-Level B-Segment SUV at RM108,000
Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has launched the J5 B-segment SUV, priced at RM108,000. Powered by a 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 147PS and 210Nm through a CVT to the front wheels, the J5 achieves 0-100km/h in 10.2 seconds with a class-competitive fuel consumption of 6.4L/100km, earning EEV certification. Measuring 4,380×1,860×1,650mm with a 2,620mm wheelbase, it features MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, panoramic glass roof and double-glazed front windows. The cabin boasts a 13.2-inch 2K portrait touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-inch digital instrument cluster, 540-degree surround-view camera, 50W active-cooling wireless charger and Level 2+ ADAS. Boot capacity stands at 480L, expanding to 1,284L with rear seats folded. Early bird customers receive RM8,000 in benefits, reducing the effective price to RM102,000.
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Honda Super-One EV City Car Opens for Pre-Orders in Japan, UK Debut as Super-N in July
The Honda Super-One city EV opens for pre-orders in Japan on April 16, with UK sales as the Super-N commencing in July. Based on the N-One e: kei car, it features a 29.6 kWh battery delivering 205 km WLTP range and 50 kW DC fast charging. Output is rated at 64 PS and 162 Nm, with Boost Mode unlocking 95 PS and paddle-shift simulated seven-speed transmission. Weighing just 1,090 kg—140 kg lighter than the Proton eMas 5 Prime—the Super-One features box-flared fenders and 15-inch Berlina Black eight-spoke alloys, positioned as the spiritual successor to the City Turbo II.
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Proton X70 Sport Edition Limited to 600 Units, Full Black Styling Revealed
Proton has announced the X70 MC3 Sport Edition, limited to 600 units globally. Based on the flagship Premium variant, it features full black exterior paint, black-finished 19-inch alloys, exclusive bodykit with red accents and Sport Edition badging. The cabin retains black leather upholstery with red contrast stitching and embroidered seat logos. Power comes from a 1.5L i-GT turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 181PS and 290Nm, paired with a seven-speed DCT driving the front wheels. Equipment includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 7-inch digital instrument cluster, 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof and comprehensive ADAS. Official pricing to be announced on April 16, estimated around RM120,000. Bookings now open.
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2026 Wuling Yangguang Launched in China from RMB 69,800, Offering Passenger and Cargo Variants
SAIC-GM-Wuling has launched the 2026 Yangguang electric van, offering eight variants across 2-seater cargo, 6-seat and 9-seat passenger configurations, priced from RMB 69,800 to RMB 118,800 after incentives. The lineup covers 300-440 km range options, with cargo variants featuring CATL batteries and capacity for 220 standard beer crates, plus 270-degree split rear doors and 595mm loading height for forklift access. Passenger variants offer flexible 6/9-seat layouts. Launch benefits include RMB 5,000 trade-in subsidy or RMB 3,000 finance discount, RMB 2,000 deposit bonus, up to RMB 3,000 cash rebate, 8-year or 600,000 km battery warranty and 7kW AC charging pile for selected models.