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The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz: A Modern Revival of a Classic Icon

Volkswagen has revived its legendary Type 2 Microbus as the all-electric 2025 ID.Buzz, blending nostalgic charm with contemporary technology. First launched in 1950, the original Type 2 was a cultural icon symbolizing peace and good vibes, with its three rows of seats offering space for up to nine passengers. Fast forward over 50 years, and its successor is making waves as a modern EV.

Performance and Range

The ID.Buzz is significantly heavier than its predecessor, weighing in at 2,800kgs—a notable 680kgs more than the Honda Odyssey. Despite its heft, the EV offers two powertrain options: a rear-wheel-drive version with 282hp and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) variant delivering 335hp. The ID.Buzz can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 5.5 seconds. However, its 86-kWh battery provides a modest range of 376km for the rear-wheel-drive version and 372km for the AWD model, falling short compared to some competitors.

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Proton e.MAS 7 Receives Overwhelming Response with 2,500 Bookings

The Proton e.MAS 7, Malaysia’s first national electric vehicle (EV), has over 2,500 bookings, reflecting the nation’s growing enthusiasm for sustainable mobility. Announced by PRO-NET, a subsidiary of Proton, the achievement underscores the strong demand for innovative and eco-friendly transportation solutions in Malaysia. The e.MAS 7 marks Proton’s bold entry into the EV market, setting the stage for a transformative shift in the country’s automotive landscape.

Available in two variants—Prime and Premium—the Proton e.MAS 7 delivers impressive performance and range. Equipped with 49.52 kWh and 60.22 kWh battery packs, the EV offers a WLTP range of up to 410 km. It also supports advanced charging capabilities, including 11kW AC charging and DC fast charging of up to 100kW. Priced competitively, the e.MAS 7 starts at RM109,800 for the Prime variant and RM123,800 for the Premium variant. As part of an exclusive launch offer, the first 3,000 customers receive an RM4,000 rebate, reducing the prices to RM105,800 and RM119,800 for the respective variants.

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Bugatti Mistral Sets New Record as the World’s Fastest Roadster

The Bugatti Mistral, a stunning roadster powered by a quad-turbocharged W-16 engine, reached an extraordinary top speed of 454 km/h, surpassing the 2016 record set by the Hennessey Venom GT Spyder at 427.4 km/h.

The speed run took place at the Automotive Testing facility in Papenburg, Germany, with Bugatti’s test driver Andy Wallace at the helm. Entering the straightaway at 200 km/h from the banking, Wallace pushed the Mistral to its limit, achieving a remarkable speed on the 4.0-kilometer track. While longer stretches like the Ehra-Lessien test track could have provided even more room to push the Mistral further, the Papenburg facility proved sufficient for this historic feat.

The Mistral, named after the powerful wind of southern France, is an engineering masterpiece. It shares its DNA with the Chiron Super Sport 300+, the first road-legal car to break the 482 km/h barrier in 2019. Powered by a quad-turbocharged 8.0-litre W-16 engine, the Mistral produces a staggering 1,578hp—100 more than the standard Chiron—and delivers power to all four wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

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Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors Sign MOU on Collaborative Considerations

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore Mitsubishi Motors’ potential involvement in the business integration being planned between Nissan and Honda. This collaboration aims to amplify synergies across the companies, enhancing their collective competitiveness in the evolving automotive landscape.

Expanding the Strategic Partnership

The discussions build on the foundational MOU signed by Nissan and Honda in August 2024, which focused on leveraging synergies in electrification and vehicle intelligence. Mitsubishi Motors has been actively participating in the framework established by this partnership and is now considering formal involvement in the joint holding company envisioned by Nissan and Honda.

The potential integration underscores the companies’ commitment to adapting to rapid shifts in the automotive industry, including the push for electrification and digital transformation. Mitsubishi Motors aims to finalize its decision on participation by January 2025.

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Nissan and Honda sign MOU to Consider Business Integration

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore a business integration through the establishment of a joint holding company. The move aims to bolster global competitiveness and deliver innovative products and services, aligning with the automotive industry’s rapidly evolving landscape.

Driving Toward Carbon Neutrality and Innovation

The partnership builds upon an earlier MOU signed in March 2024, which outlined strategic collaboration in areas such as vehicle intelligence and electrification. Following a second MOU in August 2024, the companies expanded their cooperation to include joint research on next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs).

Nissan and Honda aim to accelerate their shared vision of achieving a carbon-neutral society and advancing zero-traffic fatality solutions by pooling their resources, expertise, and technologies.

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TM and Perodua Forge Partnership to Drive EV Development and Digital Innovation

Telekom Malaysia (TM) and Perodua have entered a groundbreaking strategic partnership to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) development, digital innovation, and sustainable practices in Malaysia. This collaboration aligns with the objectives of Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030), which seeks to establish a high-value and competitive automotive sector.

The partnership was formalised during a signing ceremony between TM’s Group Chief Executive Officer Amar Huzaimi Md. Deris and Perodua’s President and CEO Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad, focuses on four key areas: Hyperconnected Network, Advancing Digital Technology, Enriching Customer Experience, and Environmental Sustainability.

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The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz: A Modern Revival of a Classic Icon

Proton e.MAS 7 Receives Overwhelming Response with 2,500 Bookings

Bugatti Mistral Sets New Record as the World’s Fastest Roadster

Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors Sign MOU on Collaborative Considerations

Nissan and Honda sign MOU to Consider Business Integration

TM and Perodua Forge Partnership to Drive EV Development and Digital Innovation

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