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Automobile sector

Stamford Tyres opens first Johor Bahru outlet

Situated in Plentong, the 7,500 sq ft store is the company’s third retail location in Malaysia.
Situated in Plentong, the 7,500 sq ft store is the company’s third retail location in Malaysia.

Global EV sales growth likely to slow after 20% jump in rocky 2025: Research firm

BMI expects 23.9 million EVs will be sold globally in 2026, with growth accelerating in China but slowing in Europe and the rest of the world.
BMI expects 23.9 million EVs will be sold globally in 2026, with growth accelerating in China but slowing in Europe and the rest of the world.

Commentary

India’s economy may be shifting from speed to strength – and that’s a win

More than 40 per cent of India's rural households saw their incomes grow in 2025, according to a survey.
More than 40 per cent of India's rural households saw their incomes grow in 2025, according to a survey.

Volkswagen suffers more than rivals from auto industry woes

Globally, Volkswagen is second only to Toyota Motor in the number of cars it sells. But it’s a niche brand in the United States, selling 330,000 vehicles in 2025,
Globally, Volkswagen is second only to Toyota Motor in the number of cars it sells. But it’s a niche brand in the United States, selling 330,000 vehicles in 2025,

Fast Lane

Sony unveils EV, Volkswagen’s retro display, Cycle & Carriage goes green, BMW’s new luxury brand

ntfast09 - Afeela 1 - Production of the Afeela 1 electric car will start in 2026 and Japan is scheduled to launch the car in the first half of 2027. 

Credit: Afeela
ntfast09 - Afeela 1 - Production of the Afeela 1 electric car will start in 2026 and Japan is scheduled to launch the car in the first half of 2027. 

Credit: Afeela

Carmakers slash prices again in China, defying regulators

BMW slashed its official price guide on 31 models sold in China, with reductions of as much as 301,000 yuan (S$55,200) on its flagship i7 M70L model.
BMW slashed its official price guide on 31 models sold in China, with reductions of as much as 301,000 yuan (S$55,200) on its flagship i7 M70L model.

Branded Content

Why this firm is spending $50 million to change how you buy a car

Cycle & Carriage is spending more than $50 million to enhance the customer experience across its network of brands.
Cycle & Carriage is spending more than $50 million to enhance the customer experience across its network of brands.

Hyundai’s chairman warns of tough year ahead for global auto industry

Hyundai faces challenges from US tariffs and construction delays due to immigration raids, costing the company billions of won.
Hyundai faces challenges from US tariffs and construction delays due to immigration raids, costing the company billions of won.

Car review

Elegance meets power in Corvette’s Stingray

Corvette Stingray for Life Motoring photographed on Dec 30, 2025.
Corvette Stingray for Life Motoring photographed on Dec 30, 2025.

Can Indian EV makers maintain their lead in a race against Chinese players?

An electric SUV from Indian automaker Mahindra & Mahindra. Indian carmakers still account for the majority of electric car sales in the country. PHOTO: COURTESY OF MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA
An electric SUV from Indian automaker Mahindra & Mahindra. Indian carmakers still account for the majority of electric car sales in the country. PHOTO: COURTESY OF MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA

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