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The new special edition Kia EV looks like a bright green EV6 model. Although the car is mostly hidden in the preview, you can still make out its distinct shape and headlights, possibly indicating a signature green EV6 GT version.

Last August, Kia introduced the powerful EV6 GT with 576hp, which can accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 3.4 seconds. To demonstrate its capability, Kia pitted the EV6 GT against a Ferrari Roma and Lamborghini Huracan EVO Spyder, and the EV6 outperformed both of them at the starting line.

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The Mercedes-Benz EQE Saloon demonstrates its advanced capabilities through the Remote Parking Package and Mercedes me connect service’s Intelligent Park Pilot feature. This innovation offers heightened automation and driverless parking at SAE Level 4 autonomy. The Automated Valet Parking service is also available for compatible EQS Saloon and S-Class Saloon models. This marks the expansion of highly automated parking, including integration into upcoming Mercedes-Benz models like the E-Class.

The highly automated parking function offers several benefits. Firstly, it eliminates the need for manual parking, saving customers both time and hassle. This convenience is particularly noticeable in tight parking garages. Using the Mercedes me App, the driver can reserve a parking spot beforehand. Upon arriving at the parking garage, they simply drop off the car in a designated area and activate the parking process via the app. Once the Automated Valet Parking infrastructure assumes control, the driver can leave the garage.

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VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, witnessed a surge in its shares during its Nasdaq debut on Tuesday, riding the wave of its recent $23 billion backdoor listing. This strategic move paves the way for VinFast to potentially secure investments from global stakeholders within the next 18 months.

The company’s stock made a soaring entrance at $22 (RM101) per share, surpassing the initial $10 (RM46) per share valuation set in collaboration with VinFast’s SPAC partner, Black Spade Acquisition. This upward trajectory continued throughout the trading session, culminating in a closing price of $37.06 (RM171.57) per share. Consequently, VinFast’s market capitalisation soared to $85 billion, eclipsing the market values of automotive giants like Ford at $48 billion and General Motors at $46 billion.

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In a defining move back in 2003, the BMW Group set foot in the heart of Malaysia by establishing its headquarters in Cyberjaya. This strategic choice underscored the nation’s regional significance and BMW’s ambitious aim of securing its position as Malaysia’s premier luxury carmaker. Embarking on a journey of growth, the BMW Group has traversed remarkable milestones, and in this article, we delve into their remarkable 20-year legacy, highlighting their achievements, innovative ventures, and contributions to the Malaysian automotive landscape.

A Vision Takes Shape: BMW’s Entry into Malaysia

The year 2003 marked a transformative chapter in Malaysia’s automotive history as the BMW Group positioned its headquarters in Cyberjaya. This move was not just about setting up offices; it signified the brand’s intent to integrate deeply into the fabric of Malaysia’s automotive identity. By establishing a physical foothold, BMW sent a clear message about their commitment to flourishing within the nation’s vibrant landscape.

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The legendary Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren turns 20 this year, and to honour the milestone, McLaren hosted a number of high-profile models and commemorative events at its McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, United Kingdom.

The SLR’s history began in the middle of the 1990s when McLaren and Mercedes-Benz were partners in Formula 1. The SLR is the result of the team’s desire to give customers a taste of its several successes (constructors’ champions in 1998, drivers’ champions in 1998, 1999, and 2008).

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Let me start by saying hats off to Sony and PlayStation for putting the effort into making this. Growing up, most car enthusiasts spent a lot of time playing Gran Turismo on their PlayStation 2 and that’s where we got to learn about the different parts of a car that come together and make the whole car. So, to finally see this come to reality after years, makes the kid in all of us jump for joy.

It was revealed in July 2013 that Sony Pictures was working on a Gran Turismo movie, with Alex Tse serving as the scriptwriter and Michael De Luca and Dana Brunetti serving as the producers. The movie was scheduled to be directed by Joseph Kosinski in 2015, with a fresh screenplay by Jon and Erich Hoeber. However, the Kosinski version stopped progressing by 2018.

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