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AMR-C01 – the ultimate racing simulator from Aston Martin

September 22, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

Simulator racing has been growing over the years, both in terms of technological advances that increase realism as well as popularity globally. Companies making the hardware and software for simulators are pushing the envelope further and further, and with the AMR-C01 Racing Simulator, those who want to compete in the virtual or the real world […]

Ferrari Portofino M – the evolution of the 2+ GT spider

September 22, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

Ferrari’s evolved 2+ GT spider model, the Portofino M, is the first Ferrari to be presented in the wake of the company’s temporary closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is therefore a symbol of a ‘voyage of rediscovery’ in a way, in constant pursuit of innovation. The ‘M’ in its designation refers to ‘Modificata’, […]

The new Mercedes-Benz GLB-class

September 22, 2020September 23, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

When Mercedes-Benz announced its rationalization of model nomenclature or designations in late 2014, the offroad-SUV category had the G-Class, GLS-class, GLE-class, GLC-class and GLA-class. The new designations were matched to the core models (S-Class, E-Class, C-Class and A-Class) but there was a gap between the GLC-class and GLA-class which had no equivalent SUV to the [...] Continue Reading

Only 15 units of MINI Electric First Edition available for Malaysian market

September 21, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

Following the launch of the MINI Electric last month, MINI Malaysia now offers the First Edition and only 15 people in Malaysia will be able to own one. First Edition models are usually produced in limited runs and come with exclusive or unique features. In the case of the MINI Electric First Edition, priced from […]

Ford Ranger XLT Plus gets facelift with enhanced features

September 21, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

The latest Ford Ranger XLT Plus Facelift is now available in Malaysia. Enhanced features include new high-performance Bi-LED headlamps that deliver 17% stronger lighting while the new body-coloured bumper design finished with a silver bumper lip replicates the front exterior of the Ranger WildTrak. The new Ranger XLT Plus also comes with an exclusive new […]

New warehouse in Shah Alam, Selangor, will improve parts operations for Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

The population of Mitsubishi vehicles in Malaysia has been growing, especially with the popularity of the Triton and undoubtedly with the coming Xpander model. As the number of vehicles increases, so too will the demand for replacement parts. In a proactive move, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia recently migrated to a new parts warehouse in Shah Alam, […]

Toyota wins at Le Mans for the third time

September 20, 2020September 20, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

Toyota continued its winning streak at Le Mans with another victory this weekend, its third successive one in the classic 24-hour endurance race. Kazuki Nakajima was at the wheel of the No. 8 Toyota GAZOO Racing TS050 HYBRID as team mates Sebastien Buemi and Brendon Hartley watched him take the chequered flag after 387 laps. […]

New vehicle sales and production summary for August 2020

September 20, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

♦ It should be noted that the sales volume shown for August does not indicate the Total Industry Volume (TIV) as some companies have chosen not to share their data on a monthly basis and will only do so on a quarterly basis. ♦ Although the August sales volume was 8% lower than July’s, the […]

Sime Darby Auto Performance opens largest 3S Porsche Centre in Asia-Pacific

September 19, 2020September 19, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

With an investment of over RM15 million, Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the authorised importer of Porsche vehicles and parts in Malaysia, has built the largest 3S Porsche Centre within a single facility in the Porsche Asia-Pacific region. Officially opened recently, the flagship facility known as Porsche Centre Ara Damansara is the third brand new […]

Peugeot to return to endurance racing in 2022 with hypercar (w/VIDEO)

September 19, 2020September 19, 2020 Chips YapLeave a Comment

This weekend sees the running of the 88th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, which was originally scheduled for its usual date in June but had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On this weekend too, Peugeot and TOTAL officially commence their Le Mans Hypercar (LMH) project. This will see a […]

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