PETALING JAYA: Investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz encouraged electric vehicle (EV) automakers with Malaysian facilities to consider making Malaysia their hub to supply and service the fast-growing EV market in Asean.

TOKYO: Japan’s carmakers are keeping their foot on the accelerator when it comes to investing in electric vehicles.

LONDON: Lewis Hamilton admitted it felt “emotional” and “surreal” to take part in the final Formula One car launch of his Mercedes career on Wednesday.

FRANKFURT: German automaker Volkswagen said Wednesday it was discussing the future of its activities in China’s troubled Xinjiang region, following fresh allegations of human rights abuses.

PARIS: Michelin, the world’s top tyre maker, on Monday posted record operating profits as a focus on premium products, including for SUVs, helped it survive an otherwise lacklustre year.