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Ferrari 12Cilindri - Pure, Unadulterated Power

Recently, Daniel got the chance to test drive the Ferrari 12Cilindri—a beast of a car that signifies Ferrari's attempt at combining both their heritage and tradition with modernity. Just like the Prancing Horse, he came back from the test drive neighing with excitement. Tune in to hear his thoughts on this wonderful piece of machinery and what makes it special.In our discussion segment, we unpack why, despite the convenience it offers, wireless smartphone chargers included in modern cars are still not the most efficient way to charge your smartphone.In the news segment, we talk about Mercedes' new GLC 200 4MATIC, the GWM Wey G9 MPV, Xpeng's partnership with EPMB, Hyundai Motor Malaysia's collaboration with EON Berhad, as well as Kia's new Seltos and whether we'll see it in Malaysia soon.Photo credit: Ital Auto & dsf.my

Fronx and Center: Suzuki's Bold Return to Malaysia

The Suzuki Fronx, a compact crossover with a very unique name, joins a market that's pretty saturated and also price-sensitive. The car is fully imported with all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a high-quality modern car. But with its relatively higher price, can it compete with the rest? Daniel Fernandez shares his thoughts on the car and whether it has a chance here in Malaysia.But before we get to that, we discuss China's decision to pull more subsidies for EVs in their market and how this will affect the smaller, burgeoning companies over there, and more importantly, across the world.In our news segment, we discuss Nissan's 6th Gen Serena, Chery's end-of-year deals, Naza Italia ending their relationship with Maserati, as well as the Lotus Encor 1, a Lotus Esprit-inspired model.Photo credit: dsf.my

Guangzhou Auto Show 2025: Luxury Meets Tech

Daniel has just returned from the Guangzhou Auto Show 2025, so naturally, we’re going to be talking about what he saw there. There were brands that may or may not make their way here, in the form of ROX and IM Motors, but there were also other brands that showcased their latest models, including Xiaomi, JAC, Chery and Zeekr, among others. Daniel highlights some of the cars he thinks made the biggest impact during the auto show.In the second part of the show, we chronicle Alfa Romeo’s journey in Malaysia so far, as they reenter the country again for the third time. With the Giulia Veloce and the Stelvio Veloce in tow, will their third entry into the country be the charm this iconic Italian brand has been waiting for?Photo credit: dsf.my

Should JPJ Runners Be Regulated?

A situation familiar to many Malaysians, a runner is a paid middleman who manages vehicle paperwork and bypasses the queue by going straight to specific counters where officers readily accept their documents. This slows the regular queue and raises concerns about fairness and integrity, leaving many people in line feeling frustrated but unable to object. This prompts questions about whether runners are a practical response to inefficiency or an unethical shortcut, and whether JPJ should regulate the practice or create dedicated counters to prevent queue-cutting.Also, we break down a whole bunch of car launches during the week & then pit two Chery cubes together - the Jetour T2 and iCaur V23.

Unveiling BYD’s First Kei Car

In Japan, BYD revealed the Racco electric kei car, the first electric kei car designed specifically for the Japanese market, featuring a compact, boxy body, sliding doors, and a tall roof ideal for tight urban environments. Powered by a 20 kWh LFP battery, it offers an estimated 180 km WLTC range and supports up to 100 kW DC fast charging, making it practical for daily city use. Will it make its way to Malaysia? In the news, Proton launched Malaysia’s first affordable EV, the e.MAS 5, while the government expanded the Budi95 fuel subsidy to 800 litres monthly for high-mileage e-hailing drivers. Touch ’n Go unveiled its Titan Flow RFID toll system for smoother, barrier-free travel by 2027, and Rolls-Royce is seeking a new Malaysian distributor after parting ways with Quill Motorcars, leaving after-sales support in transition.