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Control your Hyundai remotely with Google Assistant

Google has previewed an enhanced remote vehicle controls with Hyundai Blue Link at Google I/O happening this week. In other words, future Hyundai owners will be able to control their cars remotely via Google Assistant using simple voice commands.

Using an Assistant-enabled smart speaker, Smart Display or Android or iOS phone, Hyundai owners soon can do things like start their car from the kitchen, set their car’s temperature from the comfort of their couch, or make sure their car doors are locked while in the grocery store more efficiently. (more…)

Mercedes-Benz EQC goes into production – First all-electric Mercedes

The Mercedes-Benz EQC is finally going into full production mode and orders are beginning to come in for the electric vehicle ahead of its global launch. Produced at the brand’s Bremen plant which is also known as the world’s largest Mercedes production facility, the full-electric SUV is ensured with the highest production standards when it comes to manufacturing and assembly. (more…)

New McLaren GT set for global debut

The latest McLaren GT is set for its global launch next week, specifically on 15 May 2019. Known as the McLaren Superlight Grand Tourer, it’ll be the fourth brand new model announced under the McLaren Automotive Track25 business plan. (more…)

Boost e-wallet now accepted at Shell stations

Boost aka “Malaysia’s largest e-wallet” together with Shell Malaysia has announced that their e-wallet payment service is now accepted at Shell fuel stations across Malaysia. As of now, 800 Shell stations accept Boost as an alternative payment method to further enhance the overall retail experience, whether for fuel or other amenities available at Shell Select. (more…)

Ford Ranger Raptor wins ‘Pickup Truck of the Year’ award

The Ford Ranger model has won many titles before and to add more to its ever-growing awards cabinet, the Ford Ranger Raptor took home yet another ‘Pickup Truck of the Year’ award. This time, it was at the DSF.my-Allianz Vehicle of the Year Awards (VOTY 2019). (more…)

FIRST DRIVE: 2019 Nissan X-Trail Facelift – “More than just a Facelift”

Just before the start of Ramadan, Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) organised a drive for fellow Malaysian motoring media members to test out their latest 2019 Nissan X-Trail Facelift. The destination? How about the world’s oldest rainforest of Belum, Perak? (more…)