As reported by Bernama, Edaran Tan Chong Sdn Bhd will be launching it completely built-up new model of Nissan Navara.
Even though it might be a CBU type and most likely base on Thailand version.
The all-new Nissan Frontier Navara delivers a compelling combination of powerful performance, bold styling and new levels of innovation to the pickup market. The Frontier Navara offers innovative features designed to enhance its flexible utility – whether for work or family use.
On the inside, Frontier Navara combines the comfort and command seating of an SUV with technology more associated with a luxury sedan.
Continue reading Nissan Navara by end of 2008
At the 2008 British Motor Show as the Lotus Evora, and Lotus is beaming over its little eaglet. The Evora will be the most grown up and accessible Lotus in the British manufacturer’s lineup.
To illustrate, the automaker claims it will fit two American males in the front seats (did they just call us fat?). It’s a mid-engine, 2+2 coupe (a convertible is planned) with 3.5L V6 sourced from Toyota but elevated by Lotus above its humble origins to produce 276 horsepower. The car weighs just 2,976 lbs., which might be a lot for a Lotus but is well below the average weight of most cars.
Continue reading Lotus Evora in London 2008
An interest rate hike would have a significant impact on car sales in Malaysia.
“Customers are concerned over speculation that interest rates would be increased,” said Edaran Tan Chong Sdn Bhd executive director, Datuk Dr Ang Bon Beng.
“In fact, the new fuel structure has not affected sales as much, as customers can switch to smaller cars. But higher interest rates will have a negative impact,” he told reporters during a media tour of Tan Chong Motor assemblies Sdn Bhd’s plant in Serendah near here today.
According to Ang, customers were also concerned over drastic changes to their car loan repayment amid the slowdown in the economy.
During the January to May period this year, total industry volume (TIV) rose by 29 percent to 228,984 units from 176,959 units in the same period last year, he said.
During the period, Edaran Tan Chong had a five percent market share or 11,131 units compared to 6,015 units previously boosted by the sale of its Grand Livina, Latio and Sylphy models.
Continue reading Nissan to boost compact car and fuel economy vehicle market
Proton Holdings will open its doors to public, staff and families at the Proton Tech Day highlighting current car maker technologies and technology which Proton R&D are currently developing.
Date: 2nd August 2008
Venue: Proton
Details of activities yet to be known. CS will update once all the information gathered.
Proton Perdana the flagship of Proton fleet of cars are really in need of replacement. Enough with the facelifts, it deserves better than a minor changes.
CS found this a spied shot what could be the Rebirth of Proton Perdana.
Continue reading 2008 Proton Perdana replacement or 2009
Malaysian car manufacturer, PROTON Holdings Berhad, today launched the Persona, at the 16th Indonesia International Motorshow, the biggest automotive event in the country.
The Persona was officially launched by PROTON Managing Director Dato’ Haji Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohd Tahir in a ceremony witnessed by the Head of Chancery of the Malaysian Embassy in Indonesia, YM Raja Reza Raja Zaib Shah, Indonesia Government officials, PROTON representatives from Indonesia and Malaysia, its business partners, members of the media as well as customers.
The Persona is being introduced as the “Gen.2 Persona” in Indonesia and is PROTON’s fifth model in the country. PROTON entered the Indonesian market in March 2007 with the introduction of the Savvy and Gen.2 followed by the launch of the Waja and Neo later the same year.
Continue reading Pronton Persona debuts in Indonesia
