Recent Posts By Sippi Vig - Last updated Jul 26, 2024
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![Weekly wrap-up: Lexus LBX, Neta X launched, Proton e:MAS lineup teased, Lotus Emeya bookings open, and more Weekly wrap-up: Lexus LBX, Neta X launched, Proton e:MAS lineup teased, Lotus Emeya bookings open, and more](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/26180052/Untitled-design-878-500x333.jpg)
Weekly wrap-up: Lexus LBX, Neta X launched, Proton e:MAS lineup teased, Lotus Emeya bookings open, and more
This week was an exciting time for Malaysian car enthusiasts as a couple of new cars hit the local roads,...
Sippi Vig
Jul 26, 2024
![Neta X electric SUV launched in Malaysia; price begins at RM 119,888 Neta X electric SUV launched in Malaysia; price begins at RM 119,888](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/25191248/image-14-74-500x333.jpg)
Neta X electric SUV launched in Malaysia; price begins at RM 119,888
KUALA LUMPUR: First previewed at the 2024 Malaysia Autoshow, the Neta X has now officially landed on Malaysian shores. It...
Sippi Vig
Jul 25, 2024
![smart Malaysia launches smartCO, a community networking programme smart Malaysia launches smartCO, a community networking programme](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/25160056/image-14-66-500x333.jpg)
smart Malaysia launches smartCO, a community networking programme
KUALA LUMPUR: smart Malaysia has launched a new community privileges programme, called smartCO. Designed exclusively for smart EV owners, this...
Sippi Vig
Jul 25, 2024
![Honda Rebel now comes in two new hues in Malaysia Honda Rebel now comes in two new hues in Malaysia](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/25160110/Untitled-design-873-500x333.jpg)
Honda Rebel now comes in two new hues in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Boon Siew Honda has expanded the colour palette of the Rebel in Malaysia. This stylish and versatile cruiser...
Sippi Vig
Jul 25, 2024
![Proton gives sneak peek of upcoming electric sedan, SUV, and hatchback Proton gives sneak peek of upcoming electric sedan, SUV, and hatchback](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/25160035/Untitled-design-874-500x333.jpg)
Proton gives sneak peek of upcoming electric sedan, SUV, and hatchback
KUALA LUMPUR: Proton launched its new electric vehicle sub-brand, e:MAS, last month. Back then, the national automaker announced that the...
Sippi Vig
Jul 25, 2024
![Honda Malaysia hits a new milestone - 170,000th Civic and 150,000th HR-V delivered Honda Malaysia hits a new milestone - 170,000th Civic and 150,000th HR-V delivered](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/25160047/image-14-68-500x333.jpg)
Honda Malaysia hits a new milestone - 170,000th Civic and 150,000th HR-V delivered
KUALA LUMPUR: It's no secret that Honda models, known for their reliability, innovation, and appeal, enjoy a huge fan following...
Sippi Vig
Jul 25, 2024
![Kawasaki previews world's first hydrogen-powered motorcycle concept in Japan Kawasaki previews world's first hydrogen-powered motorcycle concept in Japan](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/24224732/image-14-55-500x333.jpg)
Kawasaki previews world's first hydrogen-powered motorcycle concept in Japan
KUALA LUMPUR: The shift towards greener mobility is not limited to just carmakers as bike manufacturers are also pivoting towards...
Sippi Vig
Jul 24, 2024
![Smart #5 electric SUV gets a debut date Smart #5 electric SUV gets a debut date](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/24142939/image-14-54-500x333.jpg)
Smart #5 electric SUV gets a debut date
KUALA LUMPUR: Previewed as a concept earlier this year, the smart #5 electric SUV is set to make its official...
Sippi Vig
Jul 24, 2024
![Malaysia-bound Zeekr 009 gets an upgrade in China Malaysia-bound Zeekr 009 gets an upgrade in China](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/24143001/Untitled-design-871-500x333.jpg)
Malaysia-bound Zeekr 009 gets an upgrade in China
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s electric vehicle is ready to welcome another Chinese EV brand this year, called Zeekr. The automaker has...
Sippi Vig
Jul 24, 2024
![Lotus Emeya EV bookings open in Malaysia; three variants on offer Lotus Emeya EV bookings open in Malaysia; three variants on offer](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/23162605/Untitled-design-870-500x333.jpg)
Lotus Emeya EV bookings open in Malaysia; three variants on offer
KUALA LUMPUR: Lotus has started accepting bookings for its first electric hyper-GT, the Emeya, in Malaysia. First unveiled in last...
Sippi Vig
Jul 23, 2024
![smart #3: Variants explained smart #3: Variants explained](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/22184019/image-14-19-500x333.jpg)
smart #3: Variants explained
After #1, the German EV brand smart (jointly owned by Mercedes-Benz and Geely) is ready to make waves in Malaysia's...
Sippi Vig
Jul 22, 2024
![SUV face-off: Can Chery Tiggo 7 Pro outshine Proton X70? SUV face-off: Can Chery Tiggo 7 Pro outshine Proton X70?](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/01173829/Untitled-design-2024-07-01T150723.289-500x333.jpg)
SUV face-off: Can Chery Tiggo 7 Pro outshine Proton X70?
The competitive landscape of C-segment SUVs recently welcomed the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro as the new entrant, which has the...
Sippi Vig
Jul 01, 2024
![2024 Lexus LM: Variants explained 2024 Lexus LM: Variants explained](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/10153020/image-12-177-500x329.jpg)
2024 Lexus LM: Variants explained
Lexus recently introduced the all-new second-gen LM in the Malaysian market. Based on the brand’s GA-K platform, the luxury MPV...
Sippi Vig
Jun 10, 2024
![2024 Honda City Hatchback: Key highlights 2024 Honda City Hatchback: Key highlights](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/20224908/Untitled-design-709-500x333.jpg)
2024 Honda City Hatchback: Key highlights
Back in 2021, Honda Malaysia introduced the City Hatchback with class-leading features to step up its game in the local...
Sippi Vig
May 20, 2024
![2024 Isuzu D-Max: Variants comparison 2024 Isuzu D-Max: Variants comparison](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/16112500/Untitled-design-702-500x333.jpg)
2024 Isuzu D-Max: Variants comparison
The highly-anticipated Isuzu D-Max facelift has made its way to Malaysia with an updated design and equipment kit. Similar to...
Sippi Vig
May 15, 2024
![Kia EV9: All you need to know Kia EV9: All you need to know](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/06170556/image-3-203-500x323.jpg)
Kia EV9: All you need to know
After the EV6 and Niro, Kia has introduced its third electric vehicle, the EV9, in Malaysia. The new Kia EV...
Sippi Vig
May 06, 2024
![2024 Volkswagen Touareg: All you need to know 2024 Volkswagen Touareg: All you need to know](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/14165535/Untitled-design-1762-500x333.jpg)
2024 Volkswagen Touareg: All you need to know
The official distributor of Volkswagen cars in Malaysia, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has recently expanded its lineup with the...
Sippi Vig
Mar 14, 2024
![Honda CR-V: Old vs New Honda CR-V: Old vs New](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/04190935/Honda-CR-V-MY-500x333.jpg)
Honda CR-V: Old vs New
The Honda CR-V has been known for its reliability and practicality for a long time. It is loved by SUV...
Sippi Vig
Jan 04, 2024
![Cars discontinued in Malaysia in 2023 Cars discontinued in Malaysia in 2023](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/02162759/Untitled-design-1591-500x333.jpg)
Cars discontinued in Malaysia in 2023
As automakers respond to evolving consumer preferences, economic considerations, and the global push towards sustainable mobility, several new cars were...
Sippi Vig
Jan 02, 2024
![2023 Recap: Top 10 scooters & mopeds launched in Malaysia 2023 Recap: Top 10 scooters & mopeds launched in Malaysia](https://imgcdnblog.carbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/28181954/Top-scooter-launches-Cover-500x333.jpg)
2023 Recap: Top 10 scooters & mopeds launched in Malaysia
As 2023 comes to an end, it’s time to rewind and explore the major highlights of the Malaysian automotive landscape....
Sippi Vig
Dec 28, 2023