Makers
Jetour T2 facelift revealed with 2.0T 8AT and 782 PS PHEV
Jetour has opened order books for the facelifted T2 at Chengdu Motor Show, introducing revised petrol and plug-in hybrid variants with new powertrain and interior upgrades.
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Makers
Honda Malaysia Opens Booking for 2026 City Facelift
Honda Malaysia has opened bookings for the facelifted 2026 City sedan, featuring a redesigned exterior, a larger ten-inch touchscreen, and a RM3,000 early bird rebate for bookings before September 30.
Makers
Hyundai Santa Fe EREV Set for 2027 Debut
Hyundai announced the Santa Fe EREV at its 2026 CEO Investor Day, targeting a 2027 launch with up to 966 km range and plans for over 100 global model launches by 2030.
Makers
Mitsubishi to launch Nissan-based pick-up truck in US
Mitsubishi Motors revealed a 2030 roadmap for the U.S., announcing a return to the pick-up market with a Nissan-based model, a new electric sport-back, and an expanded SUV lineup set for 2027.
Production
Perodua ICE model to start Q2 2027 production
MCE Holdings secured RM54.28 million in supply contracts with Perodua for automotive electronics and mechatronic components for an ICE model. Production will begin in Q2 2027 via subsidiary Multi-Code Electronics Industries.
Production
Mazda CX-30 Next-Gen Delayed to FY2030
Mazda CEO Masahiro Moro announced the next-generation CX-30 will not launch until fiscal year 2030, citing cost pressures and global headwinds. The company plans a JPY200 billion cost-cut plan between FY2025 and FY2027 to keep the model competitive.
Production
iCaur V25 RHD unveiled for Australia 2027
iCaur has announced the global right-hand-drive version of its V25 range-extended EV, slated for launch in Australia early 2027. The model builds on the V23 platform with larger dimensions, a new powertrain option, and upgraded interior features.