Between 1996 and 2003, Mercedes-Benz produced the Vito of the first generation.
As a more opulent and upmarket variant, the body style was also offered under the V-Klasse brand (the V-Klasse name was dropped for the second generation of the Vito). In November 2017, the eVito, an electric panel van variation utilising the W447 chassis, was released.
The EQV, with a more potent drivetrain and a larger battery than the eVito, was shown as a concept at the March 2019 Geneva Motor Show. It is an electric version of the V-Class that uses the same Vito W447 chassis.
This year, Mercedes-Benz Vans has introduced its refreshed medium-sized series with a new exterior and interior design. The series consists of the new EQV, V-Class and V-Class Marco Polo, the new eVito and Vito.
The Dolphin is the first model in BYD’s Ocean series and the first to use the “Ocean Aesthetics” design philosophy. This new C-segment hatchback has accessibility, efficiency, and practicality.
BYD unveiled the e-Platform 3.0, a new version of the electric vehicle platform that underpins the Dolphin, at the Auto Shanghai in April 2021. This platform is intended to support more efficient performance and range owing to better weight distribution. The Chinese manufacturer also unveiled a new hatchback at the show, the BYD EA1 Concept pre-production prototype while unveiling a refreshed design language and brand identity. Three months after the concept model’s unveiling, the BYD Dolphin was introduced.
Dolphin’s global right hand drive version was first shown to the public as the Standard Range at the Bangkok International Motor Show in March 2023. Sime Darby Motors and BYD have launched the Dolphin and it now joins the Atto 3 in BYD’s Malaysian line-up. The Dolphin comes with two variants: the Dynamic Standard Range and the Premium Extended Range.
Mitsubishi is finally taking the fight to the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Hilux, with the introduction of the sixth version of the Triton midsize truck, which has received a complete makeover for the first time in nine years.
A bigger emphasis is placed on comfort and safety, and the tough bodywork is bigger than before. Also “newly developed” are the ladder frame chassis, suspension, and a more powerful turbo-diesel engine.
Compared to its predecessor, the new Triton has a boxier and more robust appearance while keeping several essential Mitsubishi characteristics, such as the split headlamps and a understated refined version of Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield surround the wider grille at the front, which is the truck’s focal point.
Three years after its launch, the fourth-generation Kia Sorento has undergone an early mid-lifecycle modification. The midsize SUV, which was unveiled in Korea, displays Kia’s most recent and refined style language, with an updated front face and a revamped interior. There are also plans to release international versions later this year with Malaysia in the mix as well.
The reworked front end, which is headlined by a new set of smaller and vertically stacked LED headlights surrounding the tiger-nose grille, is the first thing you’ll notice. Cleaner lines can be seen in the bumper, and the hood is now perfectly in line with the nose.
It is undeniable that the Malaysian government has introduced a number of EV-specific incentives to promote the use of electric vehicles (EVs), including complete import and excise duty exemptions that are valid through the end of 2025.
Despite this, EVs remain prohibitively expensive for the bulk of the population for one key reason, which is the price of buying one. EVs presently cost above RM100,000 in Malaysia. This is supposedly caused by regulations put in place by the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI), not because EVs are costly by nature, but something entirely different.
According to a report by SoyaCincau, a new Completely Built Up (CBU) EV may only be imported into Malaysia in accordance with MITI’s Franchise AP policy which states that an EV can only be imported if its list price in our market exceeds RM100,000. This policy will be in effect until December 31, 2025, much like the exemptions from import and excise taxes that we previously indicated.
McLaren Automotive has unveiled a special design for the McLaren Artura hybrid supercar created in conjunction with renowned German artist Cevin Parker.
Contemporary self-taught abstract artist Parker, who lives and works in Berlin, has recently shown his work at the IncubARTor exhibition in Hamburg. It must be said that this is a unique piece of art and is not something you see every day. It will definitely be an eye-catcher at car meets.
Without careful preparation, setting a minimum salary for technical and vocational education and training (TVET) graduates might result in a large number of jobless people, an economist has said.
Geoffrey Williams, an economics professor from Malaysia University of Science and Technology, stated that a more thorough description of the concept is required to prevent market forces from interfering and denying TVET graduates employment chances.
Williams noted that in the absence of a strategy, companies may respond by recruiting non-graduates. Because salaries are paid by private enterprises, it is unclear how the government will determine a minimum wage of RM2,500. Companies could prefer non-grads if they must pay TVET graduates greater compensation, which would be counterproductive, according to a report by FMT.
The government has a proposal to raise the pay for TVET graduates to between RM2,500 and RM3,000, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. He claimed that the present starting pay for TVET graduates, which ranges from RM1,800 to RM2,000, was insufficient to compensate them for their skill set.
The government’s plan has the support of the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), which asserts that a compensation structure should be implemented to compensate TVET graduates in accordance with their technical proficiency.
After finishing their SPM education, TVET students go through up to five levels of skill training, according to information found on the website of the education ministry. After completing levels three and five, they get technical certificates (known as Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia) and diplomas (known as Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia or Diploma Vokasional Malaysia).
According to a study conducted by MEF last year on salaries given to executive and non-executive staff, diploma graduates make a minimum of RM1,936 while degree holders make roughly RM2,805 per month.
Mercedes-Benz is about to reveal a new entry-level electric vehicle, most likely in concept form, and has released a teaser with a possible debut at the next International Auto Show in Germany (2023 IAA Mobility). Additionally, it was revealed that two off-road-oriented cars will also be displayed during the event.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The brand’s “Open Space” will be held in the Apothekenhof, where guests will be able to see all of the current and upcoming electric and electrified vehicles from all Mercedes brands, including Mercedes-AMG, G-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and Mercedes-Benz Vans, for the first time in one place.
According to a crowdsourced data tracker, the long-awaited Tesla Cybertruck has received over 1.9 million orders so far. Insideevs quotes Tesla CEO Elon Musk as saying that demand for the Cybertruck is “so off the hook, you can’t even see the hook.”
Tesla Cybertruck orders are high but that has not deterred customers from putting down deposits even though they could have to wait four or five years to get their truck. People are undoubtedly fascinated in both the all-electric pickup’s distinctive style and the claims Tesla has made because it is so unusually made.
EV’s are supposed to be the savior’s of the world by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, eliminate the need for dirty petrol, and improve the efficiency of transportation. Ironically, the bulk of the world is presently experiencing soaring temperatures, which consequently are reducing EV range and posing a challenge for EV users.
Recurrent, a battery and range analytics firm located in Seattle, evaluated a variety of EVs in a range of climates to see whether temperatures had an impact on battery health and range. EV range decreased as the temperature rose. When temperatures surpassed 38 degrees Celsius, the range of some EVs was reduced by 31%. EVs had a 5% range loss at 32 degrees Celcius and a 2.8% reduction at 26 degrees Celsius.
