Danial on Wheels

  Back then, the Prelude was a symbol for young drivers who wanted to be different. Today, it returns not to imitate the past, but to be reborn in an entirely new way. In a world that is growing quieter with electric motors and dominated by digital displays, Honda brings back a name that once represented the very essence of its driver’s car philosophy—the Prelude. And after experiencing it firsthand, the writer can confidently say this is not just a name revived for the sake of nostalgia. The New Prelude – From Concept to Reality Reintroduced after nearly two decades, the 2025 Prelude is built on Honda’s new hybrid platform, featuring the latest Agile Handling Assist (AHA) and Pitch Control systems. At its core, this is a two-door hybrid coupe designed to restore one crucial element: the authentic Honda driving feel. The chassis feels tight and low, the steering alive and communicative. Through every corner, you can sense how Honda’s engineers have prioritised chassis balance—rathe...

  At a media-exclusive session held at Honda’s Proving Ground in Tochigi, Japan, Honda unveiled the direction of its next-generation automotive technologies that will shape its products heading into the latter half of this decade. The main focus? Electrification, safety, and most importantly, preserving the “Joy of Driving” in a new era. Simply put, Honda does not want to be a brand that merely chases zero emissions. It wants to remain a brand that makes you smile every time you get behind the wheel. Next-Generation Hybrid Platform – Lighter, Stronger, More Engaging Honda introduced its next-generation hybrid platform, and this is not just an incremental upgrade—it is a full engineering revolution. The body structure has been completely redesigned, resulting in a weight reduction of up to 90 kilograms. A new modular system allows more than 60 percent of components to be shared across multiple models. More interestingly, Honda now applies a body rigidity management approach, where c...

  Over the past few years, electric vehicle (EV) battery technology has undergone a major revolution. Competition in battery development has become increasingly intense, with modern EV batteries now capable of matching or even surpassing petrol-powered vehicles in certain aspects. In the race for innovation, two automotive giants, Tesla and BYD, have taken very different approaches to EV battery development. Tesla introduced its 4680 battery, a cylindrical cell design that prioritizes high performance and maximum energy density. In contrast, BYD’s Blade Battery uses prismatic lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, focusing more on safety, durability, and lower costs. A research team from RWTH Aachen University in Germany, led by Jonas Gorsch, dismantled both batteries to analyze their structure, materials, and electrical performance. The study involved techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and electrical resistance testing. Tesla 4680...

Whether you are an electric vehicle (EV) owner, a mechanic handling battery packs daily, or simply an automotive news enthusiast, you need to know about MS 2818 . On November 14, 2025 , the Department of Standards Malaysia (JSM) launched the Malaysian Standard MS 2818: Battery passport for electrified vehicle – General requirements . This document is designed to serve as a digital "passport" for every EV battery. Launched during a key automotive and technology industry event, the standard was developed in collaboration with related agencies such as the Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii).   What is a "Battery Passport"? Think of a battery passport as a "life identity certificate" for a battery—a digital record that stores crucial information throughout the battery's entire lifecycle, from the factory floor to the recycling center. MS 2818 establishes general guidelines on what information must be recorded and the tracking mechanisms...