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Used luxury hybrids can look like a bargain in the classifieds, but are they worth the risk once the warranty is long gone? We put the 2012 Audi A6 Hybrid up against the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class BlueTEC Hybrid, two German sedans that promised luxury with lower fuel bills. Daniel Fernandez gives his verdict, along with the easier alternatives to live with. In our discussion segment, we unpack "sa...

The Volvo EX30 Cross Country is quite a mouthful of a name, and a rugged makeover of the compact electric EX30. Daniel traces the heritage of the Cross Country badge and weighs up whether this tougher crossover is for everyone or strictly for enthusiasts. Listen in for his verdict on who should actually buy it. In our discussion segment, we revisit the long-awaited Lemon Law, check where it stands...

The Volvo EX30 Cross Country is quite a mouthful of a name, and a rugged makeover of the compact electric EX30. Daniel traces the heritage of the Cross Country badge and weighs up whether this tougher crossover is for everyone or strictly for enthusiasts. Listen in for his verdict on who should actually buy it. In our discussion segment, we revisit the long-awaited Lemon Law, check where it stands...

The Volvo EX30 Cross Country is quite a mouthful of a name, and a rugged makeover of the compact electric EX30. Daniel traces the heritage of the Cross Country badge and weighs up whether this tougher crossover is for everyone or strictly for enthusiasts. Listen in for his verdict on who should actually buy it. In our discussion segment, we revisit the long-awaited Lemon Law, check where it stands...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The BYD Sealion 7 is a roomy, family-sized electric SUV, and Daniel takes the entry-level rear-wheel drive variant at around RM163,000 up against rivals ranging from Tesla and the Zeekr 7X to the Proton eMas 7. Is the simplest version all the EV most buyers really need? Listen in to find out. In our discussion segment, we look at the rise of boxy SUVs on Malaysian roads, how Chinese brands have ma...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The Jaecoo J5 EV keeps the boxy, Range Rover Evoque-style looks of its petrol sibling for just RM8,800 more, in a crowded field of Chinese EVs that mostly look alike. Daniel spent time with it, dog in tow, and reveals what makes it stand out and the one cabin quirk that bugs him. In our discussion segment, we unpack what Budget 2027 means for the automotive industry, and what Daniel feels was left...

The new entry-level Proton S70 i-GT 1.5L 2026 arrives below RM60,000 with a naturally aspirated engine, aimed squarely at Myvi owners ready to step up to a sedan, but is simpler really better? Daniel took it on a one-day drive to Sekinchan and shares what impressed him and where the lack of power shows. In our discussion segment, we discuss whether Honda Malaysia should bring back the Freed compac...