<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/4135/4995918/BMW-x-AirConsole,-In-Car-Gaming-1-full_normal.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">BMW x AirConsole, In-Car Gaming<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Attention all gamers and drivers. BMW and AirConsole, an online video game system, have announced an alliance to bring gaming into vehicles starting next year.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The system can be played directly from BMW's large infotainment screen, where the video games are delivered via over-the-air (OTA) software function.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Games that will be offered in the catalogue can be played solo and multiplayer, which players can control using a smartphone.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">BMW Group’s senior vice president, Stephan Durach, said, " This new technology can make the situation of waiting in the vehicle, for example while charging, a pleasant time."<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Working it is quite simple, players only need a smartphone that will be used as a control device, and also a BMW Curved Display as a screen.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Once the connection is successfully made by scanning the QR code, players can simply proceed to 'play' the selected video game.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">That said, would consumers be willing to fork out more money for a vehicle that has a built-in video game technology?<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/4135/4995919/BMW-x-AirConsole,-In-Car-Gaming-2-full_normal.jpg" width="1100px" height="713px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">BMW x AirConsole, In-Car Gaming

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16399921/conversions/image-picsart-aiimageenhancer-1-2-2048x1350-full.jpg" data-media-id="16399921" alt="image-picsart-aiimageenhancer-1-2-2048x1350.png" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Geely-owned Zeekr has elected to raise capital&nbsp; to develop ADAS upgrade tech for 'older' (model year 2024) 001 and 009 EVs&nbsp;in the most un-traditional way - crowdfunding.</div></h6> It’s not often you hear of a major automaker resorting to raising capital for tech development via online crowdfunding. However, that’s exactly what Geely-owned <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/new-zeekr-centre-klcc-outlet-officially-opened" target="_blank">Zeekr</a> is reportedly bidding for in China recently.Through crowdfunding, the automaker seeks to&nbsp; raise the capital needed to develop both hardware and software to upgrade the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) primed in ‘older’ <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/10/zeekr-001-fr-launched-raikkonen-mode-bumps-power-to-1282hp" target="_blank">Zeekr 001</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/launched-zeekr-009-executive-2wd-604km-wltp-range-rm299800" target="_blank">009</a> electric vehicle (EV) models – specifically 2024MY versions. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400012/conversions/web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-2-full.jpg" data-media-id="16400012" alt="web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-2.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400013/conversions/CariCarz_SN-Phone_Media-Test-Drive-Zeekr-009_93-full.jpg" data-media-id="16400013" alt="CariCarz_SN-Phone_Media-Test-Drive-Zeekr-009_93.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400014/conversions/2023-Zeekr-001-11-full.jpg" data-media-id="16400014" alt="2023-Zeekr-001-11.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400020/conversions/zeekr-001-002-full.jpg" data-media-id="16400020" alt="zeekr-001-002.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">The crowdfunding effort aims to raise capital to develop an upgrade ADAS pack retrofit specifically for 'older' (2024MY) Zeekr 001 and Zeekr 009 EV models.</div></h6> The automaker <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202511/1310748.html#pvareaid=102624" target="_blank">reportedly</a> announced the campaign via its official Weibo page where it invites customers seeking the upgrade noted to sign up from Nov 24 to Dec 24 this year. The firm is targeting to woo at least 3,000 participants for the 001 model’s upgrade, and a further 1,500 participants for the 009 model’s upgrade.In return, customers who sign up for which benefit with a subsidised upgrade package for both the 001 and 009 priced at RMB13,500 (RM7,858) and RMB18,500 (RM10,768) respectively. Without said subsidies, which will be issued via vouchers, the upgrade package can instead cost higher at RMB33,500 (RM19,500) and RMB38,500 (RM22,410). <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400079/conversions/web_Zeekr-ADAS-upgrade-tech-full.jpg" data-media-id="16400079" alt="web_Zeekr-ADAS-upgrade-tech.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">The retrofit upgrade in the 001 model alone requires 60 individual parts replacement that takes over 20 hours of labour to execute.</div></h6> As for the upgrade itself, Zeekr seeks to replace the Mobileye EyeQ5H system primed in the 2024MY 001 and 009 models – rated at 48 TOPS (tera operations per sec) – with the brand’s new G-Pilot H7 system. The latter builds upon the Nvidia Drive Thor-U architecture capable of delivering up to 700 TOPS instead.The massive jump in computing power noted naturally requires massive hardware changes, meaning replacing chips, rewiring harnesses and redesigning system deployments. For the 001 model specifically, the upgrade calls for 60 individual parts replacement, which in turn requires over 20 hours of labour to execute too. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400104/conversions/zeekr-001-003-(1)-full.jpg" data-media-id="16400104" alt="zeekr-001-003-(1).jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Despite the high-cost (even with subsidies) and intense labour to retrofit, the upgrade could be worthwhile for owners as it brings enhanced functions like the Navigation Zeekr Pilot (NZP) high-speed autonomous pilot.</div></h6> Despite the high cost and intense effort to perform this upgrade, participating Zeekr owners will benefit with upgraded EVs that offer the Navigation Zeekr Pilot (NZP) high-speed autonomous pilot feature, followed by Hone Zone Park Assist (HPA), as well as General Automated Evasion System (G-AES) – all require ultra-high computing power.Critically, development costs plus a degree of expenses are still borne by Zeekr, with sources in China indicating that the automaker is spending some RMB200 million (RM116 million) to develop and validate this retrofittable upgrade pack.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20553/16400105/conversions/web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-1-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16400105" alt="web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-1.jpg"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Geely-owned Zeekr marque kickstarts crowdfunding bid in China to develop ADAS upgrades for older 001 and 009 EV models.

Zeekr Starts Crowdfunding Bid To Develop ADAS Upgrade For Older 001 & 009 EVs

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398889/conversions/Omoda-C7-Previw-MAS2025-11-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16398889" alt="Omoda-C7-Previw-MAS2025-11.jpg"> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/mas-2025-omoda-c7-previewed-now-under-omoda-jaecoo-malaysia" target="_blank">Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia</a> is clearly ramping up focus on the Omoda 7, following its preview as the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/mas-2025-omoda-c7-previewed-now-under-omoda-jaecoo-malaysia" target="_blank">Omoda C7 at MAS 2025</a>. Positioned as a sporty, youth-focused C-segment contender, the model highlights the brand’s push toward intelligent mobility, though the official launch date in Malaysia remains unconfirmed. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398914/conversions/Omoda-C7-Previw-MAS2025-9-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16398914" alt="Omoda-C7-Previw-MAS2025-9.jpg"> The Omoda 7 has been introduced globally as a model that redefines smart parking. Its Automatic Parking Assistance (APA) is designed to handle the full range of everyday parking scenarios. Whether vertical, parallel, slanted, or unusually tight, the system can identify suitable parking spots, steer the car autonomously, and complete entry or exit manoeuvres. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398918/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-21-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16398918" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-21.jpg"> Features like traced reversing allow the vehicle to memorise previously navigated narrow paths and replicate them safely, while custom parking selection gives drivers flexibility in choosing specific bays.&nbsp;According to the brand, APA completes these tasks with fewer steering adjustments and faster cycle times than rivals, making it ideal for crowded shopping malls, office complexes, or tight residential streets. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398929/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-16-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16398929" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-16.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398936/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-18-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16398936" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-18.jpg"> On top of APA, the Remote Parking Assistance (RPA) function takes convenience further. In extremely tight spaces or obstacle-dense areas, drivers can step out and control the vehicle using the key remote, reducing the risk of scratches or collisions.&nbsp;RPA is particularly useful in urban environments, such as parallel parking on narrow roads or manoeuvring into wall-side spaces that would normally require multiple attempts. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398937/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-11-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16398937" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C7-China-11.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398958/conversions/Omoda-7-(24)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16398958" alt="Omoda-7-(24).jpg"> The Omoda 7 also brings a sporty, expressive design inspired by the C9 and C5, featuring sharp LED headlights, a honeycomb grille, coupe-like roofline, flush door handles, and a zig-zag rear LED lightbar.It measures 4,621 mm long, 1,872 mm wide, and 1,673 mm tall, with a 2,700 mm wheelbase, directly competing with the Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, and Mazda CX-5. Powertrain options are expected to include a 1.6-litre turbo variant and an <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/omoda-jaecoo-shs-tech-buoyed-by-chinas-phev-boom" target="_blank">SHS plug-in hybrid</a>, offering up to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/05/chery-omoda-7-phev-previewed-gaming-inspired-suv-1200km-range" target="_blank">95 km of pure EV range and over 1,250 km of combined travel</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398894/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C9-PHEV-Preview-4-full-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16398894" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C9-PHEV-Preview-4-full.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20550/16398895/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C9-PHEV-Preview-6-full-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16398895" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Omoda-C9-PHEV-Preview-6-full.jpg"> With momentum building around the Omoda 7’s intelligent technologies and MAS 2025 preview, attention now turns to which model will launch first in Malaysia. Beyond the 7, the recently previewed <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/previewed-omoda-c9-phev-up-to-605-ps-1100-km-range-est-rm220k" target="_blank">Omoda C9 PHEV</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/previewed-jaecoo-j5-suv-est-rm120k-launching-end-2025" target="_blank">Jaecoo J5 in ICE and EV variants</a> are also in the pipeline, making Q1 2026 a period of high anticipation for Malaysian buyers.

Previewed at MAS 2025, the Omoda 7 combines APA and RPA parking tech for stress-free manoeuvring.

Omoda 7 Intelligent APA & RPA Parking Tech Sets C-SUV Benchmark

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361773/conversions/2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-6-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16361773" alt="2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-6.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">The new BMW iX3 Neue Klasse will get its ADAS suite from Momenta in China ahead of its market debut in 2026.</h6>It appears that the Chinese market will get a slightly different version of the new <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/second-gen-bmw-ix3-bows-in-as-brands-first-neue-klasse-model" target="_blank">second-gen BMW iX3 Neue Klasse</a>, which will debut in said market later in 2026. That is because aside from <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/bmw-neue-klasse-evs-in-china-will-use-huaweis-harmonyos-next" target="_blank">Huawei’s HarmonyOS Next</a> software, the China-spec iX3 Neue Klasse will get its ADAS suite from China’s renowned autonomous driving technology company, Momenta.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361775/conversions/2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16361775" alt="2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-2.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361774/conversions/2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16361774" alt="2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-3.jpg"> As reported by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://carnewschina.com/2025/11/17/bmw-and-one-of-chinas-top-autonomous-driving-companies-momenta-partner-to-debut-its-next-gen-bmw-ix3-in-2026/" target="_blank">CarNewsChina</a>, the partnership between BMW and Momenta was signed back in July this year, where the new iX3 will use Momenta’s end-to-end “flywheel” large model, employing an integrated “perception-planning-control” architecture.It incorporates large-scale neural networks for environment sensing, path planning, and high-precision vehicle control, enabling more advanced driving strategies. Combined with BMW's experience in safety, driver-centric interaction, and driving behavior, the system aims to interpret complex road situations and make decisions in a manner closer to a human driver.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361776/conversions/2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-5-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16361776" alt="2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-5.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361777/conversions/2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-4-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16361777" alt="2026-BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-Momenta-China-4.jpg"> This system is designed to deliver full-scenario navigation assistance across both highway and urban environments, aligning more closely with local traffic patterns. R&amp;D teams from Momenta and BMW are conducting joint development and road testing across China, including in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenyang in Liaoning province, and Nanjing in Jiangsu province.More importantly, the programme adheres to BMW's validation standards, with large-scale on-road trials covering heavy-traffic conditions and demanding edge-case scenarios, supported by hundreds of millions of kilometres of simulation to assess stability and reliability.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361778/conversions/BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-GlobalDebut-30-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16361778" alt="BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-GlobalDebut-30.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361780/conversions/BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-GlobalDebut-20-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16361780" alt="BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-GlobalDebut-20.jpg"> Apart from the upcoming iX3 Neue Klasse, the Momenta ADAS system will be progressively applied to future BMW models in China. As for the new iX3 itself, this next-gen EV SUV will be locally assembled (CKD) at BMW Brilliance’s Shenyang production facility in China ahead of its market entry later in 2026.Besides BMW, Momenta also supplies its ADAS systems to a plethora of Chinese EVs, such as the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/chinas-audi-e5-sportback-debuts-saic-based-ev-wagon-with-773-km-of-range" target="_blank">China-only AUDI E5 Sportback</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/toyota-bz7-ev-images-unveiled-in-china-ahead-of-year-end-debut" target="_blank">Toyota bZ7</a>, and many more. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20420/16361781/conversions/BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-GlobalDebut-42-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16361781" alt="BMW-iX3-NeueKlasse-GlobalDebut-42.jpg">

The new BMW iX3 Neue Klasse will get its ADAS suite from Momenta in China ahead of its market debut in 2026.

2026 BMW iX3 Neue Klasse Will Get Momenta ADAS Suite in China

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360369/conversions/web_Tesla-Apple-CarPlay-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360369" alt="web_Tesla-Apple-CarPlay.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">It appears that Tesla could soon reportedly backtrack on its policy to not adopt and support Apple CarPlay.</div></h6> It looks like American EV-making ‘disruptors’ <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/tesla-nears-full-clearance-to-deploy-fsd-like-system-in-china" target="_blank">Tesla</a> are set to backtrack on one of its key policies – one that many owners and prospectors alike might welcome warmly. According to a recent report by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-11-13/tesla-is-working-to-add-apple-carplay-in-bid-to-boost-vehicle-sales" target="_blank">Bloomberg</a> via <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-working-integrate-apple-carplay-its-evs-bloomberg-news-reports-2025-11-13/" target="_blank">Reuters,</a> the automaker could finally adopt and support <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/apple-carplay-gets-new-look-enhanced-functionality-via-ios-26" target="_blank">Apple CarPlay</a> in its vehicles soon.This is indeed unprecedented given the marque’s steadfast direction to not adopt said proprietary smartphone mirroring interface from the American tech mammoth. Citing sources “close to the matter,” Bloomberg further reports that <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/new-tesla-v4-superchargers-in-pavilion-damansara-heights" target="_blank">Tesla</a> recently began actively developing support for which. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360404/conversions/Apple-iOS-26-Updates-609-4-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360404" alt="Apple-iOS-26-Updates-609-4.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360405/conversions/Apple-iOS-26-Updates-609-3-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360405" alt="Apple-iOS-26-Updates-609-3.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360416/conversions/Apple-iOS-26-Updates-609-8-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360416" alt="Apple-iOS-26-Updates-609-8.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Apple CarPlay with an all-new look previewed this year. This will be the tech's visual aesthetic via iOS 26.</div></h6> Whilst this is good news for Apple users who also own or have access to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/tesla-model-y-model-3-standard-unveiled-as-brands-new-entry-level-duo" target="_blank">Tesla vehicles,</a> the same can’t be said about <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/android-auto-will-get-video-streaming-web-browsing-apps-soon" target="_blank">Android Auto</a> – the direct rival to Apple CarPlay developed by rivals Google. There seems to be no signs yet if Tesla will adopt this tech, which is also proprietary.Whilst <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/07/apple-carplay-is-now-a-decade-old-tech" target="_blank">Apple</a> has made a push for greater ‘takeover’ of a vehicle’s native infotainment and digital displays through its trick <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/new-apple-carplay-ultra-connectivity-suite-debuts-with-aston-martin" target="_blank">Apple CarPlay Ultra,</a> many carmakers have pushed back from adopting said higher-end version of the software. Many instead choose to keep their respective systems in control. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360802/conversions/Aston-Martin_Apple-CarPlay-Ultra_02-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360802" alt="Aston-Martin_Apple-CarPlay-Ultra_02.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360803/conversions/Aston-Martin_Apple-CarPlay-Ultra_08-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360803" alt="Aston-Martin_Apple-CarPlay-Ultra_08.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Apple CarPlay Ultra pictured. Though more immersive, many other carmakers are shying away from which.</div></h6> In lieu of which,&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/launched-tesla-model-3-lr-rwd-up-to-750-km-range-from-rm185000" target="_blank">Tesla</a> is reportedly set to integrate the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/apple-carplay-gets-new-look-enhanced-functionality-via-ios-26" target="_blank">regular version of Apple CarPlay</a> into its vehicles’ ecosystem in a slightly different manner – in will run in its own window within the marque’s broader interface where it won’t replace the entire system as it does in many rivalling vehicle makes and models.This, of course, makes sense as the native Tesla vehicle operating system doesn’t just control the infotainment, it also controls the entire vehicle. Perhaps this level of ‘isolation’ is the only compromise Tesla is willing to make, especially considering stagnant and slowed sales of the marque’s offerings of late. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360867/conversions/Tesla-Model3-Standard-US-14-full_normal-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360867" alt="Tesla-Model3-Standard-US-14-full_normal.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360868/conversions/Tesla-ModelY-Standard-US-7-full_normal-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360868" alt="Tesla-ModelY-Standard-US-7-full_normal.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sources close to the matter indicate Tesla is already working on adopting Apple CarPlay, though no roll-out date was disclosed.</div></h6><h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360897/conversions/web_MA_CariCarz_Proton-Saga-Preview_Premium-Variant_-11-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360897" alt="web_MA_CariCarz_Proton-Saga-Preview_Premium-Variant_-11.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360898/conversions/web_MA_CariCarz_Proton-Saga-Preview_Premium-Variant_-33-full.jpg" data-media-id="16360898" alt="web_MA_CariCarz_Proton-Saga-Preview_Premium-Variant_-33.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Latest 2026 Proton Saga (MC3) pictured. One key headline from its debut is its adoption of wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.</div></h6> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carscoops.com/2024/06/no-apple-carplay-or-android-auto-is-a-deal-breaker-for-one-third-of-car-buyers/" target="_blank">One study reported online</a> even indicates that 25% of EV buyers and 38% of combustion (ICE) car buyers will refuse to purchase a vehicle if it lacks support for any smartphone mirroring tech.From a local standpoint, we’ll even point out that national automaker <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/proton-shifts-15575-units-in-oct-2025-outgoing-saga-still-leads" target="_blank">Proton</a> took great efforts to adopt the tech not just for its Geely-based offerings. In fact, the recent debut of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/unpacked-2026-proton-saga-six-things-we-learnt" target="_blank">fourth-gen Proton Saga</a> entry-level sedan saw its adoption of both&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/apple-carplay-gets-new-look-enhanced-functionality-via-ios-26" target="_blank">Apple CarPlay</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/android-auto-will-get-video-streaming-web-browsing-apps-soon" target="_blank">Android Auto</a>&nbsp;– wirelessly too, if we might add – serve as a stand-out headline.&nbsp;Back to Tesla and, for now, it’s unclear when it plans to roll the tech out – likely via one of its many regular over-the-air (OTA) software updates. What is though is the fact that Tesla is finally bucking its own trend to embrace a feature that many motorists today heavily rely on, especially for navigation.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360918/conversions/Tesla-Model3-Standard-US-12-full_normal-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16360918" alt="Tesla-Model3-Standard-US-12-full_normal.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20418/16360919/conversions/Tesla-ModelY-Standard-US-3-full_normal-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16360919" alt="Tesla-ModelY-Standard-US-3-full_normal.jpg"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Reports online indicate Tesla is revising its decision not to support Apple CarPlay, but rollout date remains uncertain.

Report: Tesla Working Towards Adopting Apple CarPlay

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20339/16329817/conversions/autonomous-cars-blog-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16329817" alt="autonomous-cars-blog-(1).jpeg"> Imagine sitting back while your car drives itself. It sounds futuristic, but Malaysia might be closer to that reality than many realise.<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/5g-application-tests-via-emoovit-autonomous-bus-passenger-trails-starting-sept-23" target="_blank">Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo</a> says his ministry has started <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/gobind-legal-framework-needed-for-autonomous-mobility" target="_blank">working with JPJ to draft safety rules and a legal framework for autonomous vehicles</a>. It is still early, but the fact that regulators are already involved shows the government sees driverless technology as inevitable, not imaginary.Still, letting a car steer itself through Malaysian traffic while dodging motorcyclists and potholes is a big leap of faith. Even in countries where autonomous driving is more advanced, things are not flawless. In the United States, Waymo robotaxis have made headlines for spinning in circles, stopping on highways and trapping passengers inside. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20339/16329818/conversions/Digital-Ministry-Autonomous-Vehicle-Caricarz-(T)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16329818" alt="Digital-Ministry-Autonomous-Vehicle-Caricarz-(T).jpg"> Despite these hiccups, insurers are optimistic. <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/new-laws-needed-to-support-development-of-autonomous-vehicles-loke" target="_blank">Allianz’s Hands Off – The Safety Promise of Autonomous Driving</a> report predicts road accidents in Europe could drop 20 percent by 2035 and more than half by 2060 as autonomous vehicles become common. The logic is simple: most accidents stem from human error. Remove that, and the safety math changes quickly.The report found that <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/islandwide-autonomous-vehicles-roll-out-by-2030" target="_blank">self-driving systems already outperform humans</a>, cutting rear-end and intersection crashes by as much as 85%. Waymo’s own data shows a 96% drop in intersection injuries, proving that when the technology works, it works well. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20339/16329840/conversions/Digital-Ministry-Autonomous-Vehicle-Caricarz-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16329840" alt="Digital-Ministry-Autonomous-Vehicle-Caricarz-(1).jpg"> For Malaysia, the road to autonomy will not be without challenges. UPM’s Dr Azree Nazri says uneven <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/5g-application-tests-via-emoovit-autonomous-bus-passenger-trails-starting-sept-23" target="_blank">5G coverage and unpredictable traffic could limit performance</a>. Reliable vehicle-to-everything communication is essential. Without it, cloud-based vehicles could lose coordination and revert to basic self-driving functions.Public confidence is another obstacle. “It feels more frightening than exciting,” says KL-based marketing manager Clarissa Loi. Yet in the United States, many women actually prefer driverless rides for safety and privacy reasons. Waymo says women now make up half of its passengers, showing how autonomy can shift social behaviour in unexpected ways.In Japan, change is already happening. <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/11/nissan-and-mitsubishi-jointly-develop-autonomous-driving-ev-battery-tech" target="_blank">Nissan plans to launch a driverless ride-hailing service</a> in Yokohama by 2027 to support senior citizens amid a driver shortage. It is a reminder that autonomy is not only about convenience but also accessibility. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20339/16329841/conversions/Levels-of-autonomous-driving-according-to-SAE-J3016-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16329841" alt="Levels-of-autonomous-driving-according-to-SAE-J3016.png"> Experts say Malaysia’s electric vehicle ambitions and autonomous development are naturally linked. Prof Dr Vinesh Thiruchelvam from Asia Pacific University notes that both require major infrastructure upgrades including better data networks, advanced charging systems and dedicated lanes.&nbsp;Monash University’s Dr Susilawati adds that most autonomous vehicles are trained on foreign road conditions. Malaysia’s heavy rain and unpredictable junctions could easily confuse their sensors.Assoc Prof Dr Vimal Rau from Taylor’s University believes a clear national framework must come first. He suggests forming a taskforce that brings together government, academia and industry to ensure safety and innovation move in step. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20339/16329842/conversions/Digital-Ministry-Autonomous-Vehicle-Caricarz-(7)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16329842" alt="Digital-Ministry-Autonomous-Vehicle-Caricarz-(7).jpg"> Cybersecurity will also be critical. Malaysian Cyber Consumer Association president Siraj Jalil says Malaysia must adopt global safety standards, independent audits and strict PDPA compliance. He stresses the importance of “data protection by design”, meaning privacy must be built into every layer of the system.Another big question is liability. If a driverless car crashes, who is responsible? Siraj says accountability should be shared between the manufacturer, software developer and service operator, not placed solely on the owner.To help autonomous cars mix with normal traffic, UPM researchers are testing a new idea: a traffic light that flashes all three colours at once to alert human drivers when an autonomous vehicle is nearby. It is a more affordable alternative to the white-light system proposed overseas. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20339/16329843/conversions/thumb-(3)-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16329843" alt="thumb-(3)-(2).jpg"> Insurers are also rethinking coverage models. Allianz’s Dr Klaus-Peter Rohler says future premiums will depend on how safe a vehicle’s systems are rather than its make or model. Safer cars could mean lower insurance costs.Experts believe autonomy could also help reduce congestion and emissions. Once around 30% of vehicles are self-driving, AI-managed traffic could flow more efficiently. Without proper regulation, however, the opposite could happen.Malaysia’s driverless dream is still some distance away, but the groundwork has begun. With policymakers, researchers and industry now aligned, the country has taken its first serious step into autonomous mobility, carefully but confidently. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/11/10/the-future-of-transport-assessing-malaysia039s-readiness-for-autonomous-cars" target="_blank">The STAR</a>

Malaysia is quietly building the legal and technical foundations for autonomous vehicles, country’s first real move toward a driverless future.

The Road to Autonomy: How Malaysia Is Preparing for Self-Driving Cars

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20316/16323696/conversions/Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(5)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16323696" alt="Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(5).jpg"> Xpeng’s next-gen “Iron” humanoid robot has taken China by storm, and even Elon Musk couldn’t help but take notice. The Tesla CEO, who rarely praises rivals, commented after clips of the robot’s eerily lifelike movements went viral across Chinese social media. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20316/16323701/conversions/ElonMusk-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16323701" alt="ElonMusk.jpg"> “Not bad… Tesla and Chinese companies will dominate the market,” Musk reportedly said in a chat shared by Sohu Tech. “Other companies in the West are weak.” He added, “I have great respect for China’s competition. So many smart, hardworking people in China.” <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20316/16323697/conversions/Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(2)-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16323697" alt="Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(2).jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20316/16323698/conversions/Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16323698" alt="Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(4).jpg"> That line lands differently when you recall this is the same Musk who, 14 years ago, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/byd-overtakes-tesla-in-europe-for-the-first-time?fbclid=IwY2xjawN_UfxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpOGhaazJSZ1VDZWxkNllSc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuF_vkkLWhe9QlmdlEGxu4Wj7NEIEXzmR5FsU50f58yds5K_0r4e8e0M4Ua3_aem_KtIQvT70bFtrrXYgu5yGiw&amp;brid=OfN85G-YRKchLTPfowixYg" target="_blank">laughed off BYD’s electric cars in a Bloomberg interview</a>, barely containing his grin when asked if the Chinese brand was a serious rival. How times have changed.At <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/xpeng-2025-ai-day-robotaxis-robo-cars-robots-usher-in-physical-ai-era" target="_blank">Xpeng’s 2025 AI Day on Nov 5</a>, the company unveiled the new Iron, a sleeker, female-shaped evolution of last year’s model. But what really stunned the crowd was not the design, but the way Iron moved.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20316/16323699/conversions/Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16323699" alt="Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(1).jpg"> During a live demo, the robot strutted down a runway with such smooth, natural motion that many thought Xpeng had hidden a real person inside.To silence the skeptics, Xpeng chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng posted an unedited clip showing the robot in action, even cutting open part of its artificial skin to reveal the mechanical components underneath, proving it was all machine and no trickery. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20316/16323700/conversions/Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(6)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16323700" alt="Xpeng-Iron-Caricarz-(6).jpg"> Some netizens could not resist poking fun at Tesla’s own humanoid project. “Tesla’s robot can’t walk this smoothly. No way this is possible,” one viral comment read, which He himself reposted.It is easy to see why the Iron caught Musk’s attention. With <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/xpeng-puts-ai-at-the-heart-of-future-mobility-at-iaa-2025" target="_blank">Xpeng targeting mass production of advanced humanoid robots by the end of 2026</a>, China’s robotics race is heating up fast, fast enough that even Silicon Valley’s boldest visionary is now nodding in respect. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/11/07/tesla-musk-on-xpeng-iron-humanoid-robot/" target="_blank">Cnevpost</a>

The Tesla CEO Musk calls Chinese firms “smart and hardworking” after seeing Xpeng’s lifelike Iron robot.

Musk: Xpeng’s Iron Robot Blurs Line Between Human and Machine

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20285/16306892/conversions/ElonMusk-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16306892" alt="ElonMusk.jpg"> Tesla Inc is confident it will receive the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/china-bans-autonomous-driving-beta-tests-remote-parking-and-ota-updates" target="_blank">green light from Chinese regulators</a> to roll out its most <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/ancap-will-start-docking-points-for-annoying-adas-features" target="_blank">advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS)</a> in full by early next year, according to CEO Elon Musk.Speaking at the company’s annual shareholder meeting, Musk said Tesla currently has partial approval to operate the system in China, with full clearance expected around Feb or March 2026.The technology mirrors <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/08/tesla-fsd-being-tested-on-road-receives-interesting-response-including-a-video-banned-from-youtube" target="_blank">Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system</a> used in the United States, though it still requires constant driver attention and human oversight. Despite its name, FSD is classified as a Level 2 automation system, meaning it can assist but not replace the driver. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20285/16306893/conversions/Tesla-FSD-Beta-(3)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16306893" alt="Tesla-FSD-Beta-(3).jpg"> According to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/777961" target="_blank">The Edge</a>, gaining approval in China is key to Tesla’s efforts to regain momentum in the world’s largest EV market, where domestic automakers such as BYD and Li Auto have eroded its market share. The software is also a crucial step toward Musk’s longer-term goal of achieving fully autonomous vehicles.Tesla began its China rollout earlier this year after <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/from-l0-to-l5-straightforward-adas-terms-needed" target="_blank">renaming the system to comply with stricter local regulations</a> that prohibit misleading terminology about vehicle capabilities. Full testing, however, has been held back until Beijing grants final approval. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20285/16306895/conversions/Tesla-FSD-Beta-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16306895" alt="Tesla-FSD-Beta-(1).jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20285/16306894/conversions/Tesla-FSD-Beta-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16306894" alt="Tesla-FSD-Beta-(2).jpg"> The groundwork for this push was laid in April 2024, when Musk made an unannounced visit to Beijing to meet with top officials including Premier Li Qiang. That trip paved the way for a mapping and navigation partnership with Baidu Inc, as well as partial clearance on data-security and privacy requirements, key issues for foreign tech firms operating in China.Musk has also turned his attention to Europe, urging Tesla owners there to pressure local regulators to approve the same technology. So far, the European Union has yet to give its nod for widespread public use. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20285/16306898/conversions/social_CariCarz_Tesla-Model-Y-Malaysia-Launch_-9-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16306898" alt="social_CariCarz_Tesla-Model-Y-Malaysia-Launch_-9-(1).jpg"> While Musk insists the system enhances road safety, Tesla’s record remains under close regulatory scrutiny. US authorities continue to investigate several incidents involving vehicles allegedly running red lights or breaching traffic laws while using Autopilot or FSD.&nbsp;<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Musk says Tesla expects full Chinese approval for its FSD-like driver-assist system by early 2026, paving the way for wider rollout.

Tesla Nears Full Clearance To Deploy FSD-Like System in China

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305933/conversions/Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16305933" alt="Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Honda has shared new details regarding its next-gen hybrid platform, which will be underpinned by the new Civic &amp; CR-V.</h6>Right after showcasing an array of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/jms-2025-honda-0-prototype-unveiled-as-brands-new-compact-global-ev-suv" target="_blank">futuristic concepts&nbsp;and prototypes</a>&nbsp;at the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/jms-2025-byd-racco-unveiled-as-brands-first-ev-kei-car-with-180-km-range" target="_blank">Japan Mobility Show 2025 (JMS 2025)</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/honda-en1-familiar-frugal-and-now-from-rm115900" target="_blank">Honda</a> has now unveiled new details regarding its next-gen hybrid vehicle platform. With a focus on making their hybrids more fun to drive, this new architecture will serve as a backbone for their future hybrid models, including the next-gen <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/launched-2025-honda-civic-fl-4-variants-from-rm133900-onwards" target="_blank">Civic</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/07/review-honda-cr-v-20-ehev-rs-versatile-and-efficient-but-pricey" target="_blank">CR-V</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/launched-2025-honda-hr-v-facelift-four-variants-from-rm115900" target="_blank">HR-V</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/11th-gen-honda-accord-updated-in-thailand-new-bsi-hev-only-now" target="_blank">Accord</a>, and many more.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305937/conversions/Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-4-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16305937" alt="Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-4.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305936/conversions/Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16305936" alt="Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-3.jpg"> To achieve this, Honda engineers have put a lot of effort into making the new architecture more rigid and lightweight than before. As a result, the automaker said it has managed to reduce the platform’s overall weight by 90 kg compared to the current setup. This lightweightness not only will help to deliver a more engaging drive but also help in its fuel efficiency, Honda said.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305943/conversions/Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-2-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16305943" alt="Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-2.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305944/conversions/Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-5-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16305944" alt="Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-5.jpg"> In addition to that, Honda has also drawn on its robotic expertise to introduce a new Motion Management System, which is developed to enhance stability and steering response in their future hybrids. Complementing this new system is an upgraded Agile Handling Assist system that is now paired with a pitch control feature to deliver a steadier ride across a variety of road surfaces.Another focus for this new platform is modularity, where it has been designed to allow for more than 60% parts commonality between models. This will not only help Honda to streamline the development and manufacturing of their future hybrid models but also reduce the costs for both.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305951/conversions/Honda-Civic-NextGen-HybridStudy-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16305951" alt="Honda-Civic-NextGen-HybridStudy-3.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305956/conversions/Honda-Civic-NextGen-HybridStudy-2-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16305956" alt="Honda-Civic-NextGen-HybridStudy-2.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305957/conversions/Honda-Civic-NextGen-HybridStudy-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16305957" alt="Honda-Civic-NextGen-HybridStudy-1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Next-Gen Honda Civic Hybrid test mule</h6>To get us excited about this new hybrid architecture, Honda has fitted the platform into a camo-wrapped Civic mule. While its rear end looks similar to the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/launched-2025-honda-civic-fl-4-variants-from-rm133900-onwards" target="_blank">current FE-gen Civic sedan</a>, the mule car rocks a noticeably bulkier front end with a boxier front bumper design and a longer overhang. On top of that, the mule also gets extended fenders that hint at wider tyre tracks, plus dual tailpipes and a sculpted front hood for a sportier appearance.Beneath that hood, we’ve been told that the next-gen hybrid architecture will feature a 2.0-litre petrol engine that is augmented with electric motors, offering better performance and efficiency over the current setup. For added sportiness, it will also borrow certain traits from the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/2026-honda-prelude-goes-on-sale-in-japan-mugen-parts-now-available" target="_blank">new Prelude</a>, including the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/new-honda-prelude-will-get-next-gen-ehev-powertrain-with-simulated-shifts" target="_blank">Honda S+ Shift system</a> that mimics gear changes through sound and torque modulation.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305959/conversions/Honda-SuperOne-EV-Concept-Camo-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16305959" alt="Honda-SuperOne-EV-Concept-Camo-1.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305958/conversions/Honda-SuperOne-EV-Concept-Camo-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16305958" alt="Honda-SuperOne-EV-Concept-Camo-3.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Honda Super-One EV prototype</h6>Interestingly, the S+ Shift system will also trickle down to Honda’s future EVs, including the stylish Super-One EV prototype unveiled at the JMS 2025. More specifically, this sporty urban EV hatch will feature a seven-speed simulated transmission setup, plus both the active sound control system and a Boost driving mode to help deliver a more exhilarating driving experience in an otherwise ‘boring’ EV.Ultimately, Honda’s pursuit of a better and more efficient hybrid system is part of its ambitious carbon neutral plan. By 2025, Honda intends to achieve full carbon neutrality across all its vehicles and corporate operations, while aiming to ensure traffic collisions involving its motorcycles and cars will result in zero fatalities.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20282/16305960/conversions/Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-6-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16305960" alt="Honda-NextGen-Hybrid-Architecture-6.jpg">

Honda has shared new details regarding its next-gen hybrid platform, which will be underpinned by the new Civic & CR-V.

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