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New Honda Accord Hybrid announced

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 10:22:00 GMT

Honda has announced a hybrid version of the Accord combining a 2.0-litre petrol engine and electric motor.

Beeming with performance

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Itching to make your Beemer look racier and go faster but don't wish to turn to the after-market which can nullify the car's warranty?

Roll out those vintage cars

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

If you can still remember your first love, you must be able to recall every detail about your first favourite car, too. This is the idea behind the upcoming vintage car show, which opens on Thursday and runs until Sunday at Future Park.

TAI moves to 'Plan B' for R&D centre after state drags its feet

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The Thailand Automotive Institute (TAI) plans to spend 200 million baht to expand its testing centre since the government has made little progress in moving ahead with a proposed new one.

New Toyota Corolla breaks cover

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Crucial C-segment saloon goes into its 11th generation with a bigger and more comfortable cabin

New Toyota Corolla breaks cover

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Crucial C-segment saloon goes into its 11th generation with a bigger and more comfortable cabin

A grand illusion

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Mention 6-series and most BMW fans will think of the grand-touring coupe whose history dates back to the 70s.

Turning Japanese

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

A stable of souped-up sports cars from Japan are set to hog the limelight at the Bangkok International Auto Salon 2013, which opens to the public on Thursday.

Motorcycle sales remain muscular in May

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Thailand's motorcycle market remained promising last month, although sales fell from the same period last year due to the high base.

Ford retains title

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Ford's three-cylinder 1.0-litre turbo engine took the International Engine of the Year award for the second time in a row, prompting its maker to ramp up global production.

A Benz to start with

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

At under 2 million baht, is the A180 hatchback worth going for?

Skoda's cut-price Golf GTI

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Spicy Octavia comes in the form of tuned petrol and diesel engines

Prices of used cars hit by auto rebate scheme

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The government's first-time car buyer programme has taken its toll on the used-car market, with prices of used cars expected to be up to 50% cheaper than those of new cars, say hard-pressed dealers.

Car rebate scheme stalls sales growth for books

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Book sales in the first five months of this year grew by a lower-than-expected 1-2% as people's purchasing power declined, says an industry source.

Car film sales lose their sheen as domestic auto demand deflates

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Sales of car window film and related products are expected to tumble by 10% this year in line with lower domestic car production and sales forecasts, says Techno-Sell (Frey) Co.

New BMW X5 unleashed

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Mid-size SUV enters its third generation with mildly tweaked looks but with a crucial new four-pot diesel

New BMW X5 unleashed

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Mid-size SUV enters its third generation with mildly tweaked looks but with a crucial new four-pot diesel

V12 Vantage uprated

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Aston Martin gives its junior coupe more power, spicier looks and an auto 'box

Old ginger in new packet

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

In terms of sheer product substance, the third-generation Vios was a rather shoddy car, particularly when matched up against the Honda City.

Motoring in myanmar: Road rocky amid moves ahead

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The joys of trans-continental driving in your own car basically boil down to freedom _ you decide when to drive and where to stop for a break and take in what locations on the way have to offer. That's why driving is often the preferred option in Europe or America over air or rail.

Motoring in myanmar: Road rocky amid moves ahead

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Benz Thonglor orders shift into overdrive this year

Mon, 27 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Benz Thonglor, a leading authorised dealer of Mercedes-Benz cars, has taken overwhelming sales orders for delivery at the end of next year, a sign luxury auto demand remains strong despite waning consumption in the first quarter.

Scania expansion aimed at tapping Asean integration

Sun, 26 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Scania, the Swedish truck maker, plans to open 10 more service centres nationwide over the next three years to capitalise on a busy logistics system triggered by regional economic integration.

Quintessential Refinement

Sun, 26 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

In Thailand, it is usually said that one when has so much money to spend on a motor, it would just be better to go for a high-end sports car.

ASTON's birthday gift to itself

Sun, 26 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

CC100 Speedster Concept is providing some styling cues for new Aston Martins to come