Timothy Prakash

Soomin Lee surged into the lead at the halfway stage of the Moutai Singapore Open after carding an impressive eight-under-par 64 to reach 12-under overall. The Korean ended his round with back-to-back birdies, rekindling memories of his runner-up finish at the same course during the 2011 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship.Lee, who owns one DP World Tour title and five Korean PGA wins, said his past success in Singapore gives him confidence as he chases a much-needed result to secure his Asian Tour card for next year.A group of 10 players sit two shots behind, including Kevin Yuan, Matthew Cheung, Ian Snyman, Wang Wei-hsuan, John Catlin, Sarit Suwannarut, James Piot, Caleb Surratt, Ollie Schniederjans, and Jeunghun Wang.

Bermaz Motor has officially launched the All-New Mazda BT-50, bringing a new level of refinement, technology, and practicality to Malaysia’s pickup truck segment.The BT-50 embodies Mazda’s KODO: Soul of Motion design philosophy, translating the brand’s sense of movement and elegance into the shape of a pickup. Every surface and contour has been carefully crafted to balance strength and proportion, giving the vehicle a poised and confident appearance.

After years of absence, Italian automaker Alfa Romeo is gearing up for an official comeback in Malaysia. The brand, long admired for its blend of performance, design, and unmistakable Italian flair, is set to re-enter the local market under a new boutique-style business model backed by parent company Stellantis.Stellantis ASEAN Managing Director Isaac Yeo confirmed that Alfa Romeo’s return will take place within the next two years, though not through a conventional mass-market setup. Instead, the brand will operate via a hybrid model system, managed by independent partners rather than directly under Stellantis Malaysia. This approach will allow Alfa Romeo to maintain an exclusive presence while catering to a niche audience of enthusiasts who appreciate the brand’s heritage and craftsmanship.

Mazda Motor Corporation has taken centre stage at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 with the unveiling of two concept models — the MAZDA VISION X-COUPE and the MAZDA VISION X-COMPACT. Both models represent Mazda’s forward-looking theme for this year’s exhibition: “The Joy of Driving Fuels a Sustainable Tomorrow.”The MAZDA VISION X-COUPE is a crossover coupe that brings the brand’s KODO – Soul of Motion design language to a new level of sophistication. It’s a striking expression of Mazda’s belief that driving pleasure and sustainability can coexist.

Malaysia’s New EV Road Tax starting at RM20 a Year