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2025 Hyundai Exter CNG Just Got Cheaper – New Variant & Prices
- Hyundai Motor India has launched a new CNG EX variant of the Exter small SUV with a starting price of Rs 7,50,700 (ex-showroom).
- The new variant is equipped with a 1.2L bi-fuel Kappa petrol engine featuring Hy-CNG Duo technology.
- With the addition of the new EX CNG variant, the 2025 Hyundai Exter CNG range now offers a total of eight variants, priced between Rs 7.50 lakh and Rs 9.53 lakh.
- The CNG variants come with features such as a digital instrument cluster, air conditioning, multiple airbags, and rear parking sensors.
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JPJ clearing off leftover special number plates – FB, FC, FD, FE and Malaysia series on MySikap from Feb 8
- The Road Transport Department (JPJ) in Malaysia is clearing off leftover special number plates in a clearance sale.
- The plates on offer include FB, FC, FD, FE, and the Malaysia series.
- Previously popular numbers were sold at RM510 each inclusive of a service fee, or RM310 each for regular numbers.
- The online sale starts on February 8 and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Hyundai Gets It: Buttons Are Safer than Screens
- Hyundai acknowledges the potential risks of excessive screen dependence in cars and aims to keep tactile controls where they are most needed.
- Hyundai's Senior Vice President of Design, Simon Loasby, emphasizes the importance of keeping the driver's eyes on the road and minimizing distractions caused by touchscreens.
- Hyundai recognizes that screens are a cost-saving measure but believes that people still have a preference for analog interaction and aims to find the right balance between buttons and large displays.
- Although Hyundai has showcased a large touchscreen in its Pleos software platform, the presence of blank buttons suggests that physical interaction will remain important, with functionality expected to increase in future models.
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2025 Skoda Kodiaq SUV – 1st Teaser Out Ahead of India Launch
- The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq SUV is set to launch in India in the coming weeks.
- The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq features a redesigned front with signature grille, matrix projector headlamps, and LED DRLs.
- Inside the cabin, it offers dual digital displays, panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS, and three-zone air conditioning.
- The new Kodiaq will be powered by a 2.0L petrol engine, coupled with a 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox, and the top-end trim will have a 4X4 system.
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Sydney Greens call for SUV parking fees to be tripled, like in Paris
- A Greens councillor in Sydney is calling for parking fees to be tripled for SUVs, in line with Paris.
- Councillor Matthew Thompson aims to disincentivize the use of dangerous and polluting SUVs.
- The current maximum hourly parking rate in Sydney is $8.20, so the proposed increase would make it $24.60 per hour for affected SUVs.
- Thompson believes that the rise of SUVs is undoing the gains made from the switch to electric vehicles and increasing road damage and emissions.
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Car as a Connected Living Ecosystem Market Expansion, Challenges, and Opportunities 2023 to 2035
- Factors such as technology developments and advanced connectivity levels across automotive OEMs are driving the growth of the car as a connected living ecosystem market.
- Customers expect a range of connected features such as advanced safety, remote vehicle features, security, car-home connectivity, and EV & energy management services.
- In-car connectivity is expected to dominate the digital connected living services market, with services available to customers at an annual cost of $1,600 by 2035.
- OEMs have an opportunity for further growth by developing competencies in the wider automotive ecosystem, such as energy management services and connected insurance.
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2 Strong Hybrid Maruti SUVs Launching Soon – Full Details
- Maruti Suzuki is planning to introduce two strong hybrid SUVs - the Fronx and Grand Vitara 7-seater in India.
- The Fronx will be the first Maruti Suzuki car in India to feature the company's own strong hybrid powertrain which is expected to deliver a mileage of over 35kmpl.
- The Grand Vitara 7-seater SUV is expected to come with the ADAS suite and will share its powertrain with the 5-seater Grand Vitara.
- Maruti Suzuki aims to have 25 percent hybrid vehicles in its product portfolio by 2030.
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Volkswagen Is Making a New Truck Without Ford's Help
- Volkswagen plans to develop a new truck without Ford's help.
- The second-generation Amarok pickup truck will be produced in Argentina in collaboration with the SAIC Group from 2027.
- The new Amarok might feature a monocoque body and could potentially have an electric drivetrain.
- Volkswagen's collaboration with SAIC in China could help ensure the success of the new truck.
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Malaysia considering AI road monitoring system to tackle potholes, alert authorities – road safety expert
- The Malaysian government is considering the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-based road monitoring system to tackle potholes and alert authorities about the risk areas.
- The system would use smart algorithms to analyze data, predict risk areas, and prioritize repairs based on the extent of damage sustained by the roads.
- The information collected would be displayed transparently via a central dashboard, with automatic alerts sent to authorities and concession companies, enhancing accountability.
- The aim is to address the flaws in the infrastructure maintenance system, hold concession companies accountable, and provide safer roads for everyone.
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Honda Malaysia April 2025 Hari Raya promo – up to RM13,000 off; MY2024/MY2025; Civic up to RM5k off
- Honda Malaysia is running the 'Riang Ria, Raya Berganda' promotion for April 2025, offering rewards of up to RM13,000.
- For MY2024, the hybrid version of the City sedan has a reward of RM6,000, and the City Hatchback is RM7,000 off for certain variants.
- For MY2025, the City sedan has discounts ranging from RM2,000 to RM6,000, while the City Hatchback is RM2,500 to RM4,000 off.
- The Civic and WR-V have rewards of RM4,000 and the HR-V and CR-V have discounts ranging from RM6,000 to RM8,000.
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JPJ replaces 163 vehicle documents free of charge for Putra Heights victims – mobile counter at PH Mosque
- The road transport department (JPJ) has replaced 163 vehicle documents for Putra Heights gas pipeline fire victims for free, from April 3-6 at its Putra Heights Mosque mobile counter.
- JPJ replaced a total of 114 Vehicle Ownership Certificates (VOC), 28 Competent Driving Licences (CDL), 17 Motor Vehicle Licences (LKM), and four Goods Driving Licences (GDL).
- The mobile counter at the mosque also processed 19 CDL renewals and provided advisory services to 58 victims regarding vehicle insurance.
- Victims do not need a police report to replace lost or damaged vehicle documents at the mobile counter.
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Perodua ‘Salam Lebaran’ promo – Ativa gets RM1,000 cash rebate, RM3,500 discount for Aruz, till April 30
- Perodua is having a ‘Salam Lebaran’ promo offering discounts on Ativa and Aruz.
- Ativa comes with a RM1,000 'duit raya' cash rebate.
- Aruz is offered with a RM3,500 discount, RM1,000 more than last month's offer.
- The promo is available until April 30, 2022.
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Chinese firm being probed for allegedly smuggling substandard tyres into Thailand for resale – report
- A Chinese tyre maker is under investigation by Thailand's industry ministry for alleged smuggling of substandard tyres into the country for resale.
- The tyres had their original logos or brand names removed and were bearing new branding, including 'Made in Thailand' labels, before being sold in Thailand.
- The ministry is concerned that exporting these substandard tyres as Thai-made products could damage Thailand's reputation in global markets.
- The Chinese firm's factory was inspected, and the tyres were found stored alongside locally-produced tyres marked specifically for export.
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United Kingdom revises ZEV mandate, low-volume carmakers exempt from 2030 target of 80% EV mix
- The UK government has revised its zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate, exempting small and micro-volume car manufacturers from ZEV targets.
- Aston Martin and McLaren are examples of companies eligible for the exemption, aimed at helping iconic UK car industry brands.
- The revision will provide more time for manufacturers like Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Lotus, and others to transition to EV alternatives.
- The credit transferring system and flexibility in the CO2 reduction targets will allow further adjustments for carmakers until 2030.
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China’s Foton delays its Ram, F-150 lookalike utes for Australia
- Registrations of interest are now open for the Foton Tunland V7 and V9 dual-cab utes in Australia.
- The launch of the Foton Tunland V7 and V9 has been delayed to the third quarter of this year.
- The tunland V7 resembles the Ford F-150, while the Tunland V9 looks more like a Ram 1500.
- Both models will be powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-diesel engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system.
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