Home - Piston.my

Piston.my

Latest News

New smart #3 Debuts At Auto Shanghai

Malaysia will be among the first Asian markets (outside China) to get the smart #1 later in the year when PRO-NET starts selling it. The #1 is just the first of a range of models from smart – a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely. Next in line will be the #3 which has been presented for the first time at Auto Shanghai 2023 today.

Where the #1 is a SUV, the #3 is a SUV coupe, a sleeker derivative for those who prefer a sportier image. Mercedes-Benz Design has the responsibility for the exterior and interior of the smart models, while Geely provides the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) modular platform engineered specifically for EVs.

(more…)

Very Important Reminder To Chevrolet Owners In Malaysia

Although Chevrolet sales in Malaysia stopped in 2018 after Naza Quest ended its association with the brand, there is still an obligation to provide certain aftersales support where safety is concerned. In the case of Chevrolet, there is an urgent need to replace the Takata airbag inflator module which can break up when inflating and cause serious injuries or even death to the front occupants of the vehicle.

GM, as with many other carmakers, has been announcing recalls of vehicles globally for this matter. Even though the Takata issue surfaced some 20 years ago, there are still millions of vehicles around the world which have not had their inflator modules replaced.

(more…)

Sime Darby Motors Adds Indonesian Market To Its List With BMW/MINI Dealership

Sime Darby Motors, a unit of Sime Darby Berhad, is one of the major players in the automotive business in the Asia Pacific region. Its involvement over the past 40 years has covered retail, distribution and assembly in nine markets.

It now adds Indonesia to the list with the establishment of a joint venture between its subsidiary Sime Singapore Ltd. and Galeon Group. The joint venture company, known as PT Performance Motors Indonesia, will handle the BMW Group brands, BMW and MINI.

PT Performance Motors Indonesia is Sime Darby Motors’ first venture in Indonesia. It will start off in Jakarta and Medan with two dealerships representing BMW and MINI. Moving forward, it will expand into other provinces in Java and Sumatra to grow the BMW Group’s network in Indonesia.

(more…)

All-New Ram Dakota Truck Targets KIA, Malaysian Introduction Possible?

The Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger have been the people’s favourite pick-up trucks in the market for years, at least, on this side of the world.

Ram, a brand still relatively unknown here but is hugely popular in North America, is reportedly looking to leapfrog these two and go straight for the all-new dual-cab from Kia. This is said to be a resurrection of the Dodge Dakota that disappeared from the automotive books in 2011.

(more…)

PM To Announce Toll Rebates For Aidilfitri This Week!

Just like the recent Chinese New Year celebration where highways were toll-free, there have been talks about the same initiative for the upcoming Raya festival.

During a recent event in Klang, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook teased the potential toll rebates confirming that individuals planning to ‘balik kampung’ or return to their hometown this holiday season will certainly receive some “good news”.

(more…)

Researchers Developing System For Self-Driving Cars To Recognize Road Rage

The development of self-driving cars has been one of the most significant technological advancements in recent years. However, as with any new technology, there are still some challenges that need to be addressed. One such challenge is road rage, which can pose a threat to both human drivers and autonomous vehicles.

(more…)