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Day 99–101: Malacca, Malaysia to Singapore Border Crossing and City Arrival Crossing from Malaysia into Singapore via the Woodlands border checkpoint marked a key symbolic moment on the ID. Buzz World Tour. It was here the overland route through Eurasia reached its end—at the southern tip of continental Asia. The
Day 98: Malacca, Malaysia Press Conference in Kuala Lumpur The day began with a well-attended media event at the Volkswagen Malaysia showroom in Kuala Lumpur. Over forty journalists turned up, keen to hear about the ID. Buzz World Tour and its cross-continental journey. Interest was high, and the vehicle made
Day 95–97: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Border Crossing and Northern Welcome Crossing into Malaysia under heavy rain, the journey took on a more reflective tone. After an overnight stop in Georgetown, the team continued southward, crossing the bridge to Peninsular Malaysia’s mainland. Motorbikes flooded the highway, weaving through traffic with ease—a
On 8 August 2025, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme (U9X) hypercar stunned the world by blasting to 472.41 km/h at the Papenburg Automotive Testing (ATP) grounds in Germany. The record was extraordinary — the fastest any electric car had ever gone. But for the Yangwang team, backed by Giti Tire engineers,
Day 92 – 94: Thailand South The journey continued south from Bangkok toward the Malaysian border. For the first time on the tour, the route followed the coastline, offering expansive views of beaches, calm surf, and lively fishing communities. The sea, ever-present on the left, set a tranquil rhythm to
Day 85–91: Thailand North and Bangkok The entry into Thailand took place during the night hours between 22 and 23 September. Thanks to detailed preparation and the cooperation of border officials, the formalities proceeded without incident. Since 2016, a significant fee has applied to private vehicle crossings, but clearance was
Day 84: Through Laos The journey through Laos marked a distinct shift in tone and terrain. After four weeks on China’s pristine motorways, the entry into Laos delivered a stark contrast. The first 50 kilometres were particularly challenging: recent heavy rains had transformed the road into a treacherous stretch of
Day 83: Jinghong to Mohan The final afternoon in Jinghong was spent alongside the team from Giti Tire, who joined the tour for a relaxed but meaningful photo session. Together, they captured the vibrant character of the city—its tropical architecture, lively streets, and distinct Southeast Asian atmosphere, providing a vivid
Day 82: Jianshui to Jinghong The day began with a moment of genuine connection—a dedicated Volkswagen fan had travelled several hundred kilometres with his family to meet the team outside the hotel. His enthusiasm was a reminder of how far the ID. Buzz World Tour has reached, even in the
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