William Mohd Ali

Senior Editor

John’s father was an auto mechanic. John started his automotive career in college, where he interned at a car magazine and later became an automotive editor. He loves all types of cars, but his favorite is sports cars. He believes that sports cars are the essence of the automotive industry because they represent the highest level of speed, performance, and technology.

Recent Articles

Ferrari Unveils 296 Speciale Plug-in Hybrid Supercar, Accelerating from 0-100 km/h in Just 2.8s

Ferrari Unveils 296 Speciale Plug-in Hybrid Supercar, Accelerating from 0-100 km/h in Just 2.8s

[PCauto] Recently, Ferrari has officially launched the 296 Speciale and its convertible version. These two cars are built on the basis of the Ferrari 296 that was launched in 2021, and this release also marks an important upgrade of Ferrari's existing hybrid product line before moving towards the age of pure electric.According to Enrico Galliera, Ferrari's Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer, the 296 Speciale has made significant improvements in lightweight and power, and the aerodynamic perf

New car updatesApr 30, 2025
Nissan to Shut a China Factory for Cost-Cutting Move

Nissan to Shut a China Factory for Cost-Cutting Move

【PCauto】It is reported that Nissan's factory located in Wuhan, China, plans to cease production by the end of fiscal year 2025 (until March 2026).The DongFeng Nissan Wuhan factory started construction in 2019, and formally started production in May 2022. The total investment of the factory is 9.851 billion yuan, with an annual production capacity planned to reach 300,000 units. With the ability to produce fuel cars, hybrids, and pure electric models, it was once seen as a vital part of Nissan's

Industry trendsApr 29, 2025
Trump Simplifies Self-Driving Crash Rules: Small Crashes Don't Need Reporting

Trump Simplifies Self-Driving Crash Rules: Small Crashes Don't Need Reporting

[PCauto] Recently, under Trump's leadership, the U.S. Department of Transportation (NHTSA) made changes to a policy related to self-driving cars, potentially making Tesla the biggest beneficiary.During Biden's administration, demands were made on autonomous cars, requiring car manufacturers and technology firms to report accidents involving fully autonomous or partially autonomous vehicles.Trump's team made several critical adjustments to this rule.Unnecessary and repetitive requirements in acci

Industry trendsApr 25, 2025
BYD Adjusts Strategy in Europe: Lessons Learned, New Approach

BYD Adjusts Strategy in Europe: Lessons Learned, New Approach

[PCauto] As a global leader in new energy vehicles, BYD has set the goal of "becoming the number one electric car brand in Europe by 2030" since its entry into the European market in 2023. However, the initial market expansion effect is far from expected.Between 2023 and 2024, although China's automobiles gradually increased their influence in 28 European countries (including the EU, UK, Norway, and Switzerland), BYD's performance was not satisfactory.In 2024, BYD registered 50,265 new vehicles

Industry trendsApr 24, 2025
New Generation Lexus ES Makes its Debut at Shanghai Auto Show, with Hybrid and All-Electric Models

New Generation Lexus ES Makes its Debut at Shanghai Auto Show, with Hybrid and All-Electric Models

[PCauto] On April 23, the 21st Shanghai International Automotive Industry Exhibition, Lexus released the new generation ES on-site. As an important model of Lexus's electrification strategy, the new generation ES launched both hybrid and pure electric versions.ES 350h (Hybrid version): Equipped with the fourth-generation THS II hybrid power system, the 2.5L Atkinson cycle engine works in tandem with the electric motor. While ensuring fuel economy, it achieves smoothness and quietness of power ou

New car updatesApr 23, 2025
All-New Subaru Outback Debuts with SUV-Inspired Styling

All-New Subaru Outback Debuts with SUV-Inspired Styling

[PCauto]At the 2025 New York International Auto Show, Subaru announced the all-new Subaru Outback. As the seventh generation of this model, the Outback has undergone changes in appearance, interior decoration, and power configuration.Previously, Subaru defined Outback as the "world's first SUW (Sport Utility Wagon)", that is, a sport utility travel vehicle, which is a category between a station wagon and SUV, somewhat like the Volvo V90 CC and A6 Allroad, but more like an SUV.However, the new Ou

New car updatesApr 22, 2025
Zeekr 007 GT Launched in China – Sporty Shooting Brake, Better Value

Zeekr 007 GT Launched in China – Sporty Shooting Brake, Better Value

[PCauto] The Zeekr 007 GT officially went on sale on April 15, with a starting price of approximately 12.35 million Malaysian Ringgit / 93.61 million Thai Baht. Four sub-models were introduced in the local market:Rear-wheel drive version 75kWh, range 585km, price RM122,543/ 928,792 Thai BahtRear-wheel drive long-range version 100kWh, range 650km, price RM136,187/1,029,463 Thai BahtFour-wheel drive version 75kWh, range 730km, price RM140,385/1,060,701 Thai BahtFour-wheel drive long-range version

New car updatesApr 16, 2025
Potentially the Largest Automotive Recall: Tesla to Replace FSD Hardware for 4 Million Vehicles

Potentially the Largest Automotive Recall: Tesla to Replace FSD Hardware for 4 Million Vehicles

[PCauto] In 2016, Musk confidently proclaimed that all Tesla cars produced subsequently would be equipped with all the hardware necessary for Full Self-Driving (FSD), indicating their goal was for the highest level of "L5 autonomous driving". This means that the vehicles could fully implement autonomous driving at any time, any place, and under any conditions, without human intervention.At that time, this commitment was like a massive bomb, causing a sensation in the automobile industry and the

Industry trendsApr 16, 2025
Lexus TZ: All-Electric Three-Row SUV Is Coming

Lexus TZ: All-Electric Three-Row SUV Is Coming

【PCauto】According to reports, Lexus plans to launch a pure electric three-row seat SUV. The new car is expected to be named TZ, sharing platform technology with Toyota's electric model bZ5X.Currently, detailed information about this mass-produced model is rather limited. However, Lexus applied for the trademarks of TZ450e and TZ550e in 2023, which means that at least two different versions of pure electric models are in preparation.The 77 kWh battery equipped in the new RZ model may be applied t

New car updatesApr 15, 2025
Volvo XC90 Facelift Launched in Malaysia with Exterior and Interior Changes

Volvo XC90 Facelift Launched in Malaysia with Exterior and Interior Changes

[PCauto] With the launch of EX90, XC90's minor change model has also been launched. As a minor change model, XC90 still based on the original SPA platform, with changes in appearance and interior decoration.As for the price, Volvo XC90 offers two sub-models, one is a mild hybrid vehicle with a 48V motor, and the other is a PHEV model:Volvo XC90 B5 MHEV model price is RM418,888Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV model price is RM434,888In terms of appearance, the XC90 continues the classic style that everyone is

New car updatesApr 11, 2025
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