In the show this week, we take a look at the limited-edition Proton X70 SE, discuss the lockdown woes in the local automotive industry, and make a case for the standardisation of our numberplates. In Part 2, we discuss Ford trademarking the historical 'Skyline' nameplate in the US, before dissecting Mercedes-Benz's big plans in their latest Strategy Update.

Our Used Car Buyer's Guide this week looks at the 2015 Mercedes-Benz A 250 Sport as a considerable alternative to the textbook hot-hatch, Volkswagen Golf GTI. With more than enough power, a playful driving character, a respectable reliability record, and the three-point star proudly on display at the front, it's a used car that many can still consider as an upgrade.

Produced by: Ariff Roose

Presented by: Richard Bradbury, Ariff Roose

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Categories:  Politics,  Social Issues,  Auto,  Business Analysis

Tags:  Used Cars,  Car Review,  MCO,  Automotive Industry,  Proton,  MAA,  JPJ,  Ford,  Nissan,  Skyline,  Mercedes-Benz,  Daimler,  Hot Hatches,