ribution & After-Sales Services) dropped 1.5% to MYR 530.5 million. Looking ahead, Tan Chong remains focused on recovery amid global uncertainties and a projected decline in Malaysia’s auto market, supported by resilient domestic demand and positive GDP forecasts. Strong early sales of the Nissan Kicks e-POWER and the upcoming TQ Wuling Bingo EV reflect its EV push.  In Vietnam, GAC models, notably the GAC M8, and commercial vehicles such as t...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/26

Nissan starts hiring to boost production at Resende plant in Brazil On May 20, it was reported that Nissan is preparing to boost production at its Resende plant in Rio de Janeiro ahead of the official launch of the second-generation Kicks model. Currently operating two shifts, the plant produces 24 vehicles per hour, but Nissan aims to increase output to 32 units per hour by enhancing automation from 55% to 84% and hiring 400 new employees. These...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

Nissan updates interior information before launching second-generation Kicks in Brazil On May 21, Nissan Brazil updated interior information before launching second-generation Kicks in Brazil. Highlights include a fully digital dashboard that enhances driver interaction and exclusive BOSE speakers integrated into the headrests for a high-quality sound experience. The SUV also impresses with its spacious cabin and generous trunk capacity, surpassi...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

dent Guy Rodriguez announced that the company aims to boost production by 15%, reaching 28 vehicles per hour at Resende plant. This is thanks to the BRL 2.8 billion investment in the plant that has increased automation from 55% to 84%, supporting the company’s growth plans for the region. The new Kicks, Nissan’s second model produced in Resende, will help double the company’s market share in Brazil from 3.7% to 7%. The site will also build ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Nissan readies production of new Kicks in Resende, Brazil On April 16, Nissan confirmed that it is ready to begin production of the new Nissan Kicks in Brazil. The new generation of the model will begin production in the coming days at the Resende Industrial Complex and arrive on the national market in the coming months to coexist with the Kicks Play that is currently produced in Resende, thus giving more options to the Brazilian consumer. With a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Manila International Auto Show 2025 kicks off On April 10, 2025, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2025 officially opened its doors, celebrating 20 years of automotive excellence in the Philippines. With the theme “Driven by Connection,” this year’s event runs until April 13. The latest innovations from over 20 international car brands will be presented. Participating brands include Aion, BAIC, BYD, Changan, Chery, Foton, GAC, Grea...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/10

xtending the vehicle's range.  Extensive testing in Thailand has shown that the Deepal S05 REEV can travel up to 170 km in pure electric mode (NEDC). For longer journeys, when the 27.28 kWh battery runs low, the range extender, which features a 1,497-cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve VVT engine, seamlessly kicks in, providing over 1,000 km of total driving range with one full charge and one full tank of 44.9 liters. The BEV variant is powered by a 56.1-k...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

Nissan Kicks second gen scored 5 stars in Latin NCAP safety test On March 19, Latin NCAP released its first crash test results of 2025, highlighting the second-generation Nissan Kicks as the top performer. The compact SUV achieved a five-star safety rating, the highest possible score. The tested model was equipped with six airbags and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). The Kicks scored especially well in adult occupant protection, child o...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

Nissan launches all-new Nissan Kicks in Middle East On February 18, Nissan launched the all-new 2025 Nissan Kicks at an event held in Dubai, UAE. The all-new Kicks is the second model introduced as part of The Arc, Nissan's Global Business Plan, following the all-new Patrol, in the Middle East.  The vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine, paired with the Nissan’s Xtronic CVT transmission, delivering 142 hp and 190 Nm of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/19

and Ford sold 3,032 units (8.3%). The VW Polo was the best-selling passenger vehicle in January with 5,801 sales, followed by the Chevrolet Onix with 5,576 sales, Chevrolet Tracker with 5,416 sales, VW T Cross with 5,312 sales, Fiat Argo with 5,173 sales, Hyundai Creta with 5,149 sales, and Nissan Kicks with 4,458 sales. The Fiat Strada was the best-selling commercial vehicle in January with 8,777 sales, followed by the Toyota Hilux with 3,747 s...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/11

Nissan Kicks Play launched in February in Brazil On February 4, Nissan announced that the Nissan Kicks Play subcompact SUV, manufactured at Resende complex in Brazil, will be available in dealerships from February. The line will have three trim levels: Active Plus, Sense and Advanced Plus, all with the “Play” surname. It continues offering spacious interiors and high comfort levels. Complying with the new Proconve L8 regulations, its 1.6-lit...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/05

, and RAM sold 2,004 units (5.5%). The VW Polo was the best-selling passenger vehicle in January with 5,801 units, followed by the Chevrolet Onix with 5,576 units, Chevrolet Tracker with 5,416 units, VW T Cross with 5,312 units, Fiat Argo with 5,173 units, Hyundai Creta with 5,149 units, and Nissan Kicks with 4,458 units. The Fiat Strada was the best-selling commercial vehicle in January with 8,777 units, followed by the Toyota Hilux with 3,747 u...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/05

SGMW Qingdao branch kicks off production of New Energy Vehicles, marking commencement of new energy industry chain On January 23, Qingdao Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology announced that SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) Qingdao branch rolled out its first new energy products on January 17, marking the commencement of the new energy industry chain. The two new products that rolled off the production line recently, the Wuling Hongguang M...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/27

Nissan announces sales record of Kicks model in Brazil during 2024 On February 6, Nissan Brazil announced a historic sales record for the Nissan Kicks in 2024, with 60,457 units sold nationwide, surpassing the previous record of 56,058 units set in 2019. This marks a 19% growth compared to 2023, when 50,778 units were sold. Launched globally in Brazil in 2016 and manufactured at Nissan's Resende Industrial Complex in Rio de Janeiro, the Kicks is ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

CES 2025: Faraday Future to present FX prototypes in Las Vegas On January 2, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. announced that it will display a pair of its Faraday X (FX) prototype mules in Las Vegas, Nevada from January 5-7 as it kicks off the product development and U.S. regulatory testing phase of the new model. The FX prototype mules arrived in Los Angeles at the end of December 2024. As part of their delivery journey, the two prototyp...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/04

Nissan to continue selling first-gen Kicks in U.S. as Kicks Play On December 17, Nissan announced that the 2024 Nissan Kicks will be carried over for 2025 under the new name Kicks Play, offering customers an additional entry to the CUV market that suits their needs.  Available alongside the all-new 2025 Nissan Kicks, Kicks Play will go on sale early 2025 as a lower priced alternative with a starting MSRP of USD 21,520. Touting best-in-class fuel...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/19

Nissan Malaysia launches all-new KICKS e-POWER SUV; planning 3-5 new models by 2027 Announced on December 4, 2024, Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) has officially launched the all-new Nissan KICKS e-POWER compact SUV in Malaysia, priced from MYR 113,800. Its overall dimensions are (LWH) 4,290x 1,760x 1,605 mm with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. This stylish compact SUV combines sustainable innovation with dynamic performance. It is equipped with N...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/09

h flow management. This will put it in a better position to deliver long-term operational and financial sustainability. In addition, the group plans to accelerate the introduction of new models in the coming quarters to strengthen its market position. This includes the upcoming launch of the Nissan Kicks e-Power SUV. Tan Chong Motor posted a net loss of MYR 90.28 million in Q3/2024, its largest loss in a decade. This was said to follow a MYR 53.2...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

Nissan Kicks breaks sales record in Brazil On December 2, Nissan Brazil announced that the Nissan Kicks model achieved a new annual sales record in the country, with 56,063 units sold from January to November 2024, surpassing its previous record of 56,058 units in 2019. The model, launched in Brazil in 2016, is known for its design, comfort, and fuel efficiency, remaining highly popular within the market. Manufactured in Resende, it will continue...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

CES 2025: Aptera to display production-intent solar electric vehicle On November 26, Aptera Motors announced it will showcase the production-intent version of its solar-powered vehicle to the public for the first time.  Aptera is in its final developmental stage before it kicks off series production. In the Validation Phase, the company is building a series of production-intent vehicles, which are engineered to rigorously test production compone...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/28