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The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him.In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left out.In our news segment, we cover the Omoda 5 recall and the JPJ’s sales halt, the third-generation Mazda CX-5 at just under RM170,000, and Jaguar’s 1,000 PS electric Type 01 GT, plus a few more headlines from the week.Brought to you by Mah Sing. Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life.Image Credit: dsf.my

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him.In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left out.In our news segment, we cover the Omoda 5 recall and the JPJ’s sales halt, the third-generation Mazda CX-5 at just under RM170,000, and Jaguar’s 1,000 PS electric Type 01 GT, plus a few more headlines from the week.Brought to you by Mah Sing. Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life.Image Credit: dsf.my

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him.In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left out.In our news segment, we cover the Omoda 5 recall and the JPJ’s sales halt, the third-generation Mazda CX-5 at just under RM170,000, and Jaguar’s 1,000 PS electric Type 01 GT, plus a few more headlines from the week.Brought to you by Mah Sing. Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compact MPV, and why Daniel sees room for it against rivals like the Mitsubishi Xpander and Hyundai Stargazer. In our news segment, we highlight the all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-door coupe, the local assembly of the JAC T9 pickup in Kulim, and JPJ's suspension of MyEG services, plus a look at whether ASEAN's car market can absorb the wave of new Chinese assembly plants.Image Credit: dsf.my

Voyah, Dongfeng's new premium MPV brand, is preparing to enter Malaysia with the Dream 9, going up against big-league rivals like the Toyota Alphard and Denza. Daniel was in China for the factory tour and first drive, and came back with his verdict on whether all that bling can win buyers over here. Listen in to find out if it has the potential to deliver.In our discussion segment, we dig into why electric vehicles are being recalled so often lately, and what these largely software-driven updates actually mean for EV owners.In our news segment, we cover Honda's refreshed City and its electric-look makeover, Jetour's PHEV T2i DM with its eye-watering 10-year engine warranty, and Volvo's first-ever fully electric Cross Country model, the EX30, along with a handful of other stories from across the industry.Image Credit: dsf.my

Voyah, Dongfeng's new premium MPV brand, is preparing to enter Malaysia with the Dream 9, going up against big-league rivals like the Toyota Alphard and Denza. Daniel was in China for the factory tour and first drive, and came back with his verdict on whether all that bling can win buyers over here. Listen in to find out if it has the potential to deliver.In our discussion segment, we dig into why electric vehicles are being recalled so often lately, and what these largely software-driven updates actually mean for EV owners.In our news segment, we cover Honda's refreshed City and its electric-look makeover, Jetour's PHEV T2i DM with its eye-watering 10-year engine warranty, and Volvo's first-ever fully electric Cross Country model, the EX30, along with a handful of other stories from across the industry.Image Credit: dsf.my

Voyah, Dongfeng's new premium MPV brand, is preparing to enter Malaysia with the Dream 9, going up against big-league rivals like the Toyota Alphard and Denza. Daniel was in China for the factory tour and first drive, and came back with his verdict on whether all that bling can win buyers over here. Listen in to find out if it has the potential to deliver.In our discussion segment, we dig into why electric vehicles are being recalled so often lately, and what these largely software-driven updates actually mean for EV owners.In our news segment, we cover Honda's refreshed City and its electric-look makeover, Jetour's PHEV T2i DM with its eye-watering 10-year engine warranty, and Volvo's first-ever fully electric Cross Country model, the EX30, along with a handful of other stories from across the industry.Image Credit: dsf.my

Voyah, Dongfeng's new premium MPV brand, is preparing to enter Malaysia with the Dream 9, going up against big-league rivals like the Toyota Alphard and Denza. Daniel was in China for the factory tour and first drive, and came back with his verdict on whether all that bling can win buyers over here. Listen in to find out if it has the potential to deliver.In our discussion segment, we dig into why electric vehicles are being recalled so often lately, and what these largely software-driven updates actually mean for EV owners.In our news segment, we cover Honda's refreshed City and its electric-look makeover, Jetour's PHEV T2i DM with its eye-watering 10-year engine warranty, and Volvo's first-ever fully electric Cross Country model, the EX30, along with a handful of other stories from across the industry.Image Credit: dsf.my

Voyah, Dongfeng's new premium MPV brand, is preparing to enter Malaysia with the Dream 9, going up against big-league rivals like the Toyota Alphard and Denza. Daniel was in China for the factory tour and first drive, and came back with his verdict on whether all that bling can win buyers over here. Listen in to find out if it has the potential to deliver.In our discussion segment, we dig into why electric vehicles are being recalled so often lately, and what these largely software-driven updates actually mean for EV owners.In our news segment, we cover Honda's refreshed City and its electric-look makeover, Jetour's PHEV T2i DM with its eye-watering 10-year engine warranty, and Volvo's first-ever fully electric Cross Country model, the EX30, along with a handful of other stories from across the industry.Image Credit: dsf.my