BRT Sunway to operate on street level on April 27 – elevated track used for Under Armour Dual Race run
Click to enlarge Take note, Sunway/USJ residents and those who take the BRT Sunway Line. The elevated bus route will be running on street level this Saturday night. That’s 6pm to midnight, April 27. This is to make way for…
2024 Porsche Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupé FL facelifts – 500 PS/660 Nm 4.0L V8, sharper chassis
Almost exactly one year since the debut of the E3-generation Porsche Cayenne facelift comes the driving enthusiasts’ variant, the Cayenne GTS that comes in both regular five-door and Coupé bodystyles. Denoting Gran Turismo Sport in Porsche parlance, the latest Cayenne…
Renew your car insurance by installment using Grab PayLater with Paul Tan Car Insurance renewal service
Good news – we have added PayLater by Grab as one of the supported payment methods with our Paul Tan Car Insurance and Road Tax Renewal Service. This means you can pay for your road tax and insurance renewal in…
2024 Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance – C192 PHEV with 816 PS, 1,420 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 2.8 secs
At the recent Chinese Grand Prix – where the Mercedes-AMG Petronas team finished a distant sixth and ninth – Mercedes-AMG showcased the top-dog version of its second-generation GT sports car. The C192 Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance, to give it its…
smart #3 EV SUV previewed at KL Car Free Morning
It looks like smart Malaysia (Pro-Net) may be gearing up to launch the second product in its line-up. The smart #3, which is a larger sibling to the smart #1 was previewed at the KL Car Free Morning earlier today…
Tesla reduces FSD price, discontinues Enhanced Autopilot in US, still available in Malaysia for RM16k
Tesla has discontinued the US$6,000 Enhanced Autopilot option in the US, leaving only Full Self Driving available for purchase. In turn, FSD’s pricing has been reduced from US$12,000 to US$8,000. FSD has undergone various price revisions over the years, starting…
Daihatsu resumes shipments of Move Canbus, Rocky Hybrid, Toyota Raize Hybrid after green light from MLIT
Daihatsu has announced it has resumed shipments of Move Canbus, Rocky Hybrid and Toyota Raize Hybrid which were previously suspended by Japan’s ministry of land, infrastructure, transport and tourism (MLIT) due to non-compliance with standards set by regulators. In a…
Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Series dilancar di Jepun – pilihan enjin 2.7L petrol atau 2.8L diesel turbo
Toyota secara rasminya melancarkan Land Cruiser 250 Series di Jepun, dengan ia akan ditawarkan dalam beberapa varian termasuk First Edition. Juga dikenali sebagai Land Cruiser Prado, model 250 Series ini akan menyertai barisan 300 Series dan 70 Series yang diperkenalkan…
Tesla Cybertruck recalled to fix accelerator pedal defect that may cause unintended acceleration
The original Tesla Cybertruck accelerator pedal design Tesla has recalled the Cybertruck for an issue with the accelerator pedal that could cause it to be “trapped”, according to a notice filed with the NHTSA. The recall affects 3,878 units of…
RON95 petrol subsidies need to be reduced in stages to avoid burdening the rakyat, says analyst
The Malaysian government’s decision to reduce fuel subsidies this year has obviously been a source of debate, as it has sparked fears it may lead to a drastic increase in petrol prices. To that end, an analyst has urged authorities…
2024 GAC GS3 Emzoom launched in Malaysia – 177 PS/270Nm 1.5L turbo, 7DCT, ADAS; RM119k-129k OTR
Following its preview in January this year, the GAC GS3 Emzoom has now been officially launched in Malaysia, and the B-segment SUV model is offered in two variants; Exclusive, and Premium-R, both in fully imported (CBU) form, priced at RM118,900…
PJD Link highway project discontinued – Fahmi Fadzil
Good news for PJ residents! The Petaling Jaya Dispersal Link (PJD Link) that many PJ folks are against has been discontinued. This is according to communications minister Fahmi Fadzil, who said that the highway project’s developer failed to meet the…
JPJ eBid: Siri ANM dan VML sedia untuk dibida
Kali ini giliran siri nombor pendaftaran terkini dari Perak dan WP Kuala Lumpur bersedia untuk dibida menerusi platform dalam talian, JPJ eBid. Menurut Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ), siri nombor pendaftaran terkini dari Perak, ANM dibuka bidaan bermula esok, 19 April…
Bangkok 2024: Changan Deepal L07 sedan, S07 SUV EVs – 258 PS, 66.8 kWh battery; up to 540 km of range
Launched in Thailand at the beginning of this year, the Changan Deepal L07 sedan and S07 SUV electric vehicles have been displayed at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). The L07 sedan will also form the basis of the…
2024 smart #1 and #3 up to RM18k cheaper in China as price war mounts – now starts from RM103k
Yet another Chinese carmaker has fallen victim to the ongoing electric vehicle price war, and the latest one is smart. The joint venture between Geely and Mercedes-Benz has slashed prices of its #1 and #3 SUVs to better compete with…
EVlution debuts charging stations at RHB Centre KL – new CPO targets 100 chargers in 1H 2024, 2k by 2025
There’s a new EV charge point operator (CPO) in town and EVlution’s chargers have made their debut at RHB Centre in KL. That’s the bank’s headquarters along Jalan Tun Razak, opposite TRX. The chargers were launched today by transport minister…
PHEVs consume 3.5x more fuel than WLTP claims, EU finds – Ferrari PHEVs use much more fuel than ICE!
Carmakers often contend that plug-in hybrids are their stepping stone towards full electrification, offering the silent, zero-emission running of an electric vehicle with the convenience and hassle-free nature of a petrol- or diesel-powered car. This has contributed to a growing…
Kia Tasman teased – new Toyota Hilux-rivalling pick-up truck confirmed for Australia; ASEAN too?
From out of left field, Kia has announced it will be launching a new pick-up truck sometime next year. It’s called the Tasman, named after the island of Tasmania in Australia, and is said to “redefine the concept of a…
Xpeng appoints Sime Darby Motors as its Hong Kong distributor – G6 SUV, X9 MPV to begin selling in Q3
In March, Xpeng stated its intention to enter Hong Kong as part of its expansion into right-hand drive markets, and the Chinese EV maker has now announced its partner for that market, with Malaysian automotive group Sime Darby Motors (SDM)…
Porsche to use CM1 active suspension technology developed by ClearMotion in its future vehicles
Porsche has signed an agreement with Boston-based ClearMotion to collaborate in the field of advanced chassis systems with the objective of elevating the performance of its road cars. Through the partnership, both companies will work on the ClearMotion1 (CM1), a…
Agong Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar becomes first owner of Hongqi L5 in the world – stately limo with 4.0T V8
DYMM Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar became the first owner in the world to receive a Hongqi L5. His Majesty took delivery of the vehicle following today’s meeting with China’s ambassador to Malaysia, Ouyang Yujing, to discuss bilateral relations…
2025 Toyota 4Runner – Tacoma-based SUV slots between Fortuner, Prado; gets 326 hp 2.4T hybrid
Nearly a year after the fourth-generation Tacoma was revealed, Toyota has finally pulled the covers off the SUV version, the sixth-generation 4Runner. As a midsized pick-up, the Tacoma is essentially America’s equivalent of the Hilux, so think of this as…
Back to school with Volvo Safety Driving Experience
Parents, be honest, have you ever struggled with your child’s homework? I don’t have kids, but I’m pretty confident. Confident that I’ll pull out all of the remaining hair on my head if you give me a sheet of high…
Chery Omoda 5 viral brake issue – car inspected by Puspakom, no issues found, results shown to owner
Here’s an update from Chery Malaysia regarding the post about an Omoda 5 with brake issues, claimed by a customer in a video that has since gone viral on social media. It follows an acknowledgement by the company on April…
Road rage incident on Karak Highway leaves Proton Waja overturned and two injured in dramatic accident
Tempers flared when two drivers met on the Karak Expressway on Sunday (April 7, 2024), resulting in a dramatic accident that left a driver and passenger with minor injuries. The incident, which was recorded on video, has since gone viral…
Take the #KembaraJalanKampung on the scenic route with Caltex for your balik kampung trip this Hari Raya
Fueling up your vehicle is a certainty prior to a balik kampung road trip, though just as certain is the congestion as the mass exodus from urban and suburban centres takes place. While the highways are generally the way to…
2024 Peugeot 408 specs leaked before Malaysia launch in May – three variants; 1.6T, 8AT; standard AEB
Local specifications of the Peugeot 408 have leaked ahead of the fastback crossover’s launch scheduled to take place in May. The info comes from a brochure posted in the paultan.org Automotive/Car Discussion Group on Facebook by Mustaqim Mustafa. As always…
Bangkok 2024: GAC Aion Hyper HT – EV SUV bookings open in Thailand fr RM260k; Hyper GT shown
GAC Aion Hyper HT The recently concluded Bangkok Internation Motor Show saw GAC Aion display two models from its Hyper series, namely the Hyper GT and HT. We’ll start by focusing on the latter, which was open for pre-booking at…
Selamat Hari Raya from paultan.org & Honda Malaysia!
It’s that time again! Hari Raya Aidilfitri is tomorrow, and to commemorate the festivities, we’ve once again teamed up with Honda Malaysia for a humourous yet heartwarming video on the realities of celebrating Raya in this day and age. For…
2024 Mazda CX-5 facelift review – can this 7-year-old C-segment SUV still compete against newer rivals?
The second-generation Mazda CX-5 is now seven years old, and even the facelift that was launched earlier this year has been around since September 2021. It’s clear, then, that this family SUV is close to the end of its life,…
Women’s coach implemented on MRT Putrajaya Line, starts today – pink markings on platform and in trains
Rapid KL is implementing women’s coaches on the MRT Putrajaya Line starting today, April 8. The pink-marked women’s-only coaches was introduced on the MRT Kajang Line last year. Rapid KL says that women’s-only coaches have been successfully implemented in places…
Hari Raya free toll today, tomorrow – do’s and don’ts
Click to enlarge Are you all ready to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri? Many are already back in their hometowns, preparing for the big day, which is most likely to fall on Wednesday. But if you’re yet to balik kampung, you…
Chery Malaysia sold 4,564 units in Q1 2024 – Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 sales not far short of Proton X50, X90
Chery Malaysia has released its sales figures for the first quarter of this year, and in this time the brand has already surpassed its tally for 2023. Chery has sold 4,564 vehicles in Q1 2024, exceeding its tally of 4,501…
Bangkok 2024: Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 – jaw-dropping reincarnation of the icon, 1 of 112, RM52 mil
Anyone else struggling to keep up with the wide range of today’s supercar makers? Take Ferrari. Maranello’s range used to be pretty simple with a few core lines – the V8 starter, the V12 model, the halo and maybe a…
Unsubsidised petrol station in Rantau Panjang, Kelantan almost complete; operational after Hari Raya
The first of two stations selling unsubsidised petrol in Kelantan is nearing completion, New Straits Times has reported. Last month, Kelantan ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN) announced that it has approved the construction of two non-subsidised…
Bangkok 2024: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N makes ASEAN debut – 650 PS, 0-100 km/h 3.4 secs, Malaysia launch soon?
Hyundai’s passenger cars only recently made a return to Thailand, but the company has gone from strength to strength with several models already on sale. One of the stand outs is the electric Ioniq 5, launched in the Land of…
Tesla “Redwood” to be a pure robotaxi, “Model 2” H422/NV91 cancelled, no US$25k low-cost car – report
Tesla has reportedly scrapped plans for a low-cost electric vehicle (EV), instead concentrating on a “robotaxi”, according to Reuters citing unnamed sources and internal messages sighted by them. If true, this shift occurs amid significant competition from Chinese EV manufacturers…
Next generation Indian Scout line-up for 2024/5
A five model lineup for the Indian Motorcycles Scout, released as a 2025 model in 2024. The range now comprises of the Scout Bobber, Sport Scout, Scout Classic, Super Scout, and 101 Scout, while three trim levels are offered with…
Spanco boss charged with cheating the gov’t to gain RM3.9b vehicle fleet management contract, claims trial
The chairman of fleet management company Spanco was charged at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur yesterday with cheating the government to award his company a contract – worth over RM3.9 billion – for the management of government vehicles, according…
Tesla Supercharger now in Penang at Sunway Carnival, Seberang Perai – 4 DC chargers, RM1.25/kWh
The number of Tesla Supercharger stations in Malaysia has now grown to eight with the opening of a new location in Sunway Carnival, Seberang Perai in Penang. The mall on the mainland side joins the 12 Destination Chargers located at…
Touch ‘n Go launches special Raya edition TnG Enhanced NFC card design and ketupat-shaped charm
Touch ‘n Go has launhed two special edition TnG Enhanced NFC products for this year’s Hari Raya season. The first is a TnG Enhanced NFC card with a Raya design. This is offered as an exclusive collaboration with Shopee so…
Transport ministry denies viral claim of JPJ given KPI to issue 13,000 summonses during Hari Raya period
The ministry of transport has denied any truth to the claim made in a viral message circulating on social media channels that the road transport department (JPJ) has been given a key performance indicator (KPI) mark to issue 13,000 traffic…
2024 Peugeot 408 launching in Malaysia in May – 3 variants, price positioned between Civic and Accord
Stellantis Malaysia has already indicated that the new Peugeot 408 will be making its local debut sometime as in Q2 this year, and it has now been revealed that the fastback crossover will arrive in May as a locally-assembled CKD…
Get your car seat covers installed at your office/home with DK SCHWEIZER’s mobile installation service
Whether you have purchased custom-fit seat covers or want to upgrade the look and feel of your car’s interior with premium materials from DK SCHWEIZER, you can get them installed without leaving the comfort of your home or office. Thanks…
2024 SYM Husky 150 scooter in Malaysia, RM9,998
Joining the newly launch 2024 SYM Maxim TL508 in Malaysia is the 2024 SYM Husky 150 scooter with a starting price of RM9,998. Available in Ebony Black and Pure White, the base model Husky 150 is joined by the Special…
2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance ‘Highland’ EV spied under covers – more powerful variant to debut soon?
It appears that the latest iteration of the Tesla Model 3 Performance is set to make its debut soon, courtesy of a post by X/Twitter user Chris Cheng. The event appears to be being staged somewhere in the United States,…
Bangkok 2024: Third-gen Mitsubishi Triton grows larger; new 4N16 engine, ADAS now includes ACC
The third-generation Mitsubishi Triton that made its global debut in Thailand last July has also been on display at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS), which has given us the opportunity to bring a live image gallery of the…
High-Value Goods Tax implementation put on hold, finance ministry says gov’t to announce new date later
The High-Value Goods Tax (HVGT), which was supposed to be implemented from May 1, 2024, has been put on hold. It was reported that this is due to the finance ministry’s postponement in presenting the bill to parliament. According to…
Bangkok 2024: Zeekr makes ASEAN debut – LHD Zeekr X, 009 and 007 EVs, coming to Malaysia soon?
Zeekr X Geely’s premium electric vehicle brand Zeekr has already confirmed it will be selling cars in Southeast Asia, and its appearance at the Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) is its statement of intent. The company will be represented in…
Bangkok 2024: Neta X shown in Thailand – 51.8 kWh and 62 kWh battery, up to 501 km range CLTC
Among the strong representation of Chinese manufacturers and their EV models at BIMS 2024 is Neta, which in addition to the V-II, brought the X, which is the U facelift, an all-electric SUV that is actually slated for Malaysian arrival…
Carro Malaysia presents “Siapa Siti?” for Hari Raya Aidilfitri, its first festive film after myTukar rebrand
With Hari Raya Aidilfitri just around the corner, Carro has released its first festive film following its rebranding from myTukar, highlighting the thread that joins loved ones as well as the connections and memories made through every balik kampung journey….
Motorcycle lane diversion for Shah Alam Expressway
A motorcycle lane traffic diversion is in effect for the Shah Alam Expressway (SAE) from kilometre 24.2 to 23.3. The diversion will run from March 30 to April 19, 2024. This is to facilitate construction work for the SAE interchange…
PLUS to activate 18 SmartLanes on NSE for Hari Raya Aidilfitri period – additional signage to denote them
PLUS Malaysia has announced that it will activate more SmartLanes to accommodate the increase in traffic during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri holidays. The highway concessionaire said that it will have 18 SmartLanes in place on the North-South Expressway (NSE)…
RON97 petrol price March 2024 week five update – premium fuel price still unchanged; RM3.47 per litre
It’s Wednesday, which means it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, as the ministry of finance has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of 28 March to April 3, 2023….
Proton EV in 2025 – all-new model being co-developed with Geely, not a rebadge of existing car: Roslan
National carmaker Proton is expecting to release its electric vehicle model in 2025, and this will be an all-new model that is co-developed by Proton and Geely, and it will not be a rebadged version of an existing model, Proton…
Bangkok 2024: Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 – 250 PS/600 Nm 3.0L 6-cylinder turbodiesel; RM197k in Thailand
Amidst the dominating presence of Chinese electric vehicles at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show, the pick-up truck segment remains a staple of the industry in this region, and Ford’s representation here is with the Ford Ranger which arrives at…
Bangkok 2024: BYD Seagull – Myvi-sized EV previewed
The BYD Seagull has been shown at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show that is ongoing right now, and this is positioned below the Dolphin in the Chinese manufacturer’s product line-up. Measuring 3,780 mm long, 1,715 mm wide and 1,540…
Licensing guidelines prepared by transport ministry for private, commercial vehicle inspections
The transport ministry of Malaysia has prepared licensing guidelines for the periodic inspections of private and commercial vehicles, following the end of Puspakom’s monopoly on vehicle inspection services later this year, reported News Straits Times. The guidelines have been formulated…
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro previewed in Malaysia – Proton X70 rival, 197 PS 1.6L turbo, 7-speed DCT, under RM130k
Having launched three vehicles over the past year, Chery Malaysia has previewed its next model to be introduced here. Sitting between the Omoda 5/E5 and the Tiggo 8 Pro, this C-segment SUV has the Proton X70 directly in its sights….
Bangkok 2024: GWM Poer Sahar HEV, the first hybrid pick-up truck in Thailand – 2.0T petrol, 351 PS/615 Nm
Great Wall Motor (GWM) has unveiled the Poer Sahar HEV at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). Also known as the Cannon in other markets including Malaysia, this latest Poer has something special under the hood – it’s the…
BMW Neue Klasse EVs will get bi-directional charging
BMW has announced that its upcoming Neue Klasse electric vehicles (EVs) scheduled for launch in 2025 will feature bi-directional charging technology. So far, the company has presented two concepts that preview its next-generation EVs, namely the Vision Neue Klasse and…
BYD Sing Kwung launches new 3S centre in Melaka
BYD has launched a new 3S centre in Melaka and managed by BYD Sing Kwung Motors. Staffed by trained professionals to provide sales and aftersales services, the facility is part of BYD’s initiative to strengthen its presence in Malaysia, with…
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe in Thailand – PHEV with 381 PS, 37 km EV range; coming to Malaysia?
The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe has finally been given official pricing in Thailand, several months after order taking for the brand’s electrified SUV started at last year’s Thailand International Motor Expo – Jeep Thailand is managed by Belfort Automotive. Available…
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia promotions until March 31 – Triton up to RM7k rebate, Xpander 1-year FOC labour
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) is running a range-wide promotion that runs until March 31, with cash rebates, equipment upgrades, low financing interest rates and complimentary service labour, depending on model. Headlining the promotions on offer is the Triton range of…
2024 Ora Good Cat now RM26k cheaper in Malaysia, RM114k to RM144k; existing owners get free service
Chinese carmakers turning to export markets to avoid a price war at home must be in a bit of a shock, because it seems to have followed them here. The launch of the attractively-priced Chery Omoda E5 has already seen…
Isuzu to invest RM4.2 billion in Thailand; investment to include battery cell, EV pick-up truck production
Isuzu D-Max BEV Concept Isuzu plans to one trillion Japanese yen (RM31.3 billion) on investments through 2030, which will include budget for battery cell and electric pick-up truck manufacturing in Thailand, where the Japanese manfacturer’s EV export operations will be…
Audi ditches confusing numbered variant names – quattro and S to differentiate power outputs
The eagle-eyed amongst you may have noticed that the new Audi Q6 e-tron did away with numbered variant names like 50 quattro and 55 quattro – its two trim levels are simply called the Q6 e-tron quattro and SQ6 e-tron…
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz and Tucson facelifts teased ahead of North American reveal in NY on March 27
At the upcoming New York International Auto Show happening later this month, Hyundai will celebrate the North American debut of the facelifted Tucson as well as the world debut of the refreshed Santa Cruz. Starting with the Santa Cruz, its…
Ferrari Purosangue review – traversing new territory
Over the past few decades, Ferrari has organised Grand Tour events which has seen its cars venture to diverse corners of the planet, including the Himalayas and across the United States, just to name a few locales. This tradition continues…
RON97 petrol price March 2024 week four update – price of premium fuel still unchanged; RM3.47 per litre
Today is Wednesday, which means that it is now time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, as the finance ministry has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of March 21 to 27, 2024. Once…
Xpeng G6 in Thailand – RWD Standard/Long Range, Q3 2024 launch, estimated pricing RM200k to RM230k
It was just last week that Xpeng indicated it would be entering Southeast Asia via the Thai, Singaporean and Malaysian markets. Clearly, the company isn’t wasting any time, as it has released estimated pricing for its G6 electric SUV in…
Hap Seng Star Mercedes-Benz Pre-owned Raya Bonanza – certified vehicles from as low as RM169k
When it comes to purchasing a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicle, finding one in excellent condition at an attractive price is surely what any buyer is looking for. If you happen to be looking for such a deal, you’ll find plenty of…
Tesla FSD Beta V12 using neural network – AI trained on real video clips instead of pre-programmed codes
Tesla has started rolling out its Full Self Driving (FSD) Beta v12 driver assistance suite, in one of the most anticipated updates to the Tesla’s Level 2 ADAS system which the electric carmaker hopes will eventually reach Level 4 or…
2024 Maserati Grecale Folgore – brand’s first EV SUV; 557 PS, 820 Nm, 105 kWh battery, up to 501 km range
The Maserati Grecale Folgore is the all-electric version of the company’s Porsche Macan fighter which made its debut two years ago. Launched as the brand’s second electric vehicle (EV) after the GranTurismo Folgore, the Grecale Folgore only comes in one…
Chevron launches Caltex Fuel Your School programme
Chevron Malaysia, the operator of the Caltex brand and service stations in Malaysia, has announced the launch of the latest edition of the Caltex Fuel Your School, an initiative aimed at revitalising interest in STEM (science, technology, English and mathematics)…
2024 Honda HR-V facelift gets Modulo parts – grille, bodykits showcased; preview for Malaysian model?
Together with the reveal of the facelifted HR-V, Honda’s accessories arm Honda Access has previewed its Modulo catalogue of parts for the revised B-segment SUV in Japan, where the car is being sold as the Vezel. For 2024, the company…
ZF unveils multi-stage load limiter smart seat belt – potential for networking with cameras, sensors
Advanced driver assistance systems and myriad other forms of active safety equipment tend to attract the limelight where vehicle safety is concerned, though the seat belt should not be overlooked. After all, this has been credited with saving over one…
Free car inspection by Carro Care at Citta Mall – make sure your car is ready to balik kampung!
It’s just the first week of Ramadan but for everyone who celebrate, you know what you will have to do soon, make a trip back to our hometowns to celebrate Raya and spend time with your family. For a lot…
Lynk & Co 07 EM-P – PHEV sedan with 1.5 litre turbo 4-cylinder, up to 102 km of all-electric range
Lynk & Co’s lineup is filled with SUVs, but the company has launched only its second sedan in China. Called the Lynk & Co 07 EM-P, this D-segment sedan sits above the 03 and is powered by the same plug-in…
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro C-SUV – ROI open in Malaysia
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is coming to Malaysia, as announced by Chery Malaysia in an Instagram post, and registrations of interest have opened for the the C-segment SUV ahead of its debut in Malaysia; click here to sign up….
Honda Malaysia to launch 2 new models in 2024 – City Hatchback and Civic facelifts coming soon?
Honda Malaysia (HMSB) announced today that it is targeting to sell 95,000 vehicles this year, and central to that is a pair of new models that will make their debut over the remaining nine months, the company confirmed. It says…
License holder photo mistake not system abuse, identity theft; correction carried out immediately – JPJ
The road transport department (JPJ) has issued a statement regarding a case of a license holder’s Malaysian digital license (e-LMM) featuring a photo of a different person on their digital license, and has taken note of the matter and issued…
Kawasaki ZX-25R recalled in Malaysia for upgrade
For Malaysia, the Modenas Kawasaki ZX-25R is subject to recall for a frame upgrade. This is in accordance with a directive memo issued by Kawasaki Japan for an issue reported in a ZX-25R in an unnamed country. The issue is…
Proton suppliers claim to be struggling as company sources parts from China – Proton issues statement
More than 100 Malaysian parts suppliers and vendors affiliated with Proton are reportedly facing a severe financial strain due to escalating operational expenses as a result of dwindling orders, the New Straits Times reports. The situation has prompted the Proton…
Volkswagen Golf Mk8.5 facelift coming to Malaysia this year – special 50th anniversary edition GTI too
Ahead of the launch of the new Volkswagen Touareg this afternoon, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) managing director Denyu Bostandzhiev took to the stage to give his speech, which came with a tantalising teaser about the company’s future plans. Bostandzhiev…
2024 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line 3.0 TSI V6 facelift in Malaysia – first CKD out of Europe, priced at RM472k
It’s been more than a decade, but the Volkswagen Touareg is back in Malaysia. The facelifted third-generation flagship SUV, first introduced back in 2018, arrives in CKD locally-assembled 3.0 TSI V6 form and sits at the top of Volkswagen Passenger…
2024 Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid 4Matic+ revealed – W214 PHEV with up to 612 PS, 101 km electric range
It’s been nearly a full year since the W214 Mercedes-Benz E-Class was revealed, but Stuttgart has finally pulled the covers off the first AMG-badged model. This is the Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid 4Matic+, a plug-in hybrid model that offers up a…
Smart Lane to be expanded beyond PLUS highways, but with clearer sign boards – Ahmad Maslan
SmartLane activation on highways nationwide will be expanded beyond those operated by PLUS Malaysia, according to deputy works minister in today’s Dewan Rakyat session as shown on KiniTV, and the minister said he will have discussions with PLUS Malaysia as…
RM257 million required to maintain KTMB assets; Phase 1 train track upgrading to be complete Q2 2024
A sum of RM257 million is required for the annual maintenance of railway assets managed by Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB), New Straits Times has reported. According to transport minister Anthony Loke, the sum is aimed at supporting a reliable…
Chery Omoda E5 – first 2,000 bookings get savings worth RM11k, including free wallbox, charging credits
The Chery Omoda E5 was only launched on Wednesday, but Chery Malaysia is wasting no time offering several promotions for its new electric SUV. The company is touting “savings” worth up to RM11,000 on the car, which is already attractively…
GALERI: Mazda CX-5 2.5T AWD High facelift 2024 di Malaysia – 231 PS/420 Nm, rupa disegarkan, RM189k
Masuk tahun ini sudah hampir tujuh tahun Mazda CX-5 generasi kedua berada dalam pasaran. Namun Mazda tetap Mazda, boleh dikatakan model-modelnya kerap menerima kemaskini tidak kira kecil atau besar dari tahun ke tahun bagi memastikannya terus relevan dalam pasaran. Galeri…
Changing your windscreen? Look for Sika
Laminated glass windscreens are relatively robust, but sometimes, the inevitable happens, with some rogue stone or random object causing more than a simple chip that can usually be repaired. A cracked windscreen isn’t just an eyesore, it can end up…
Lemon law feasibility study to be carried out this year
A feasibility on lemon law for vehicles will be carried out this year, according to the ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN), The Star has reported. The legislation would empower consumers to claim for losses if the…
Malaysia facing serious subsidised diesel leakages, gov’t aims to stop mismanagement – Amir Hamzah
Malaysia is facing a serious problem with subsidised diesel leakages, with a possibility of ineligible parties still enjoying the subsidy, according to finance minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. Citing the example of subsidised diesel usage, he said that…
Gov’t to release data on road accident deaths daily in a bid to create awareness among Malaysian motorists
In a bid to create awareness about road safety, the government is aiming to make statistics on fatal road accidents available daily to the public. According to transport minister Anthony Loke, the road transport department (JPJ) will coordinate with the…
Melaka car-free weekends saved 12,000 kg of CO2 emissions per km, helped preserve historic buildings
Last August, the Melaka state government began trials of a car-free weekend in the historic quarter of Bandar Hilir, which houses the Stadthuys and A Famosa. Initially held only on Saturday evenings, the initiative was extended to the full three…
Proton sold 13,602 units in February 2024 – 20.5% market share, Saga top seller, S70 moves into 2nd spot
Proton has announced that it sold 13,602 units (domestic and export) in February, making for a 5.6% increase from the 12,882 units it shifted in January. The national automaker said that the combined tally of 26,484 units for the first…
GALERI: Barisan model ‘Tiga beradik’ Toyota Gazoo Racing di Malaysia – GR Supra, GR86 dan GR Corolla
Ada satu ketika, Toyota pernah dilabel sebagai jenama yang bosan dan sinonim dengan ‘ayah-ayah’. Ini kerana gergasi automotif Jepun itu pernah berhenti menghasilkan kereta sport seperti Toyota Supra, Toyota MR2, Toyota Celica dan sebagainya, tetapi lebih tertumpu untuk menghasilkan kereta…
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT teased – March 11 debut
Porsche will reveal the “most dynamic Taycan of all time” on March 11, 2024, the German carmaker announced recently. Details are limited at the moment, but the company will most likely reveal the production version of a prototype Taycan that…
2024 Toyota Crown Hybrid spotted in Malaysia – are we really getting this weird sedan/SUV crossover?
We’ve not received the Toyota Crown in at least several decades, but now that the 16th-generation model is a global model, we might just be on the cusp of getting one again. Yours truly spotted one on the Federal Highway…
Chery Omoda E5 EV – Malaysian launch on March 6
Having made its way into showrooms late last month, the launch date of the Omoda E5 EV has now been indicated, with a post on Chery Malaysia’s Facebook page stating that the all-electric SUV is due to be officially introduced…
Underground Concert at Sunway Lagoon tomorrow – 4 stations on BRT Sunway Line extended till 1.30 am
Click to enlarge Rock fans, anyone going to the Underground Concert at Sunway Lagoon tomorrow? The three headlining bands are big names – Hujan, Bunkface and Butterfingers. Yes, the latter is still around! The concert will be at the Surf…
Selangor’s target of 1,000 EV chargers pushed to 2025
In 2021, Selangor outlined plans to have 1,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in place across the state by 2022. After a lengthy period of silence, this was later shifted to the end of 2023, but the actual number of…
MSF Racing 2024 returns to Sepang this Sunday, March 3 – new categories, international competitors
With the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix having just concluded early Sunday morning, motorsports fans may now be looking for something to fill their day today. Thankfully, the Malaysian racing season is also kicking off this weekend, as the Malaysian Speed…
Tesla Model Y colour choices updated in Malaysia – new Ultra Red and Stealth Grey paint
Left: Red Multi-Coat, Right: Ultra Red Left: Midnight Silver Metallic, Right: Stealth Grey Tesla Malaysia has updated the colour choices available for the Tesla Model Y in Malaysia. You can check it out at the Tesla Model Y Malaysian market…
GWM Ora 07 open for booking in Malaysia – up to 640 km from Long Range; 0-100 in 4.3 s from Performance
Great Wall Motor Malaysia (GWM Malaysia) has announced that the Ora 07 – known elsewhere as the Grand Cat or Lightning Cat – is now available for booking in the country, through authorised dealers nationwide. Launched in Thailand last month,…
BMW Premium Selection Showcase 2024 on March 1-3 in Bukit Jalil – up to 500 pre-owned BMWs, MINIs
This weekend marks the return of the annual BMW Premium Selection Showcase 2024, happening from March 1 to 3, 2024 at Stadium Bukit Jalil Carpark B. The event is said to be the biggest ever, with up to 500 pre-owned…
Bermaz Auto Alliance ceases operations – Peugeot franchise, after-sales to be managed by Stellantis
We’ve seen this one coming – Bermaz Auto Alliance (BAA) has announced it has ceased operations effective today, three months after it handed the distributorship of Peugeot back to the French brand’s parent company Stellantis. This marks the end of…
Renault Scenic E-Tech wins European Car of the Year 2024 – EV SUV beats G60 BMW 5 Series, BYD Seal
The European Car of the Year award, seen as the most prestigious of all COTYs, has been scooped by the Renault Scenic E-Tech this year. The electric crossover, reusing the name of Renault’s beloved segment-defining MPV, received 329 points from…
MG4 vs BYD Dolphin Malaysia comparison – Chinese entry-level EV hatchbacks go head-to-head
The MG4 is now open for booking, finally putting to rest rumours of MG’s Malaysian entry that have been kicking around since at least early 2020. It’s coming with some attractive pricing too, pitting this Euro-centric electric hatchback against another…
Apple cancels EV, to work on generative AI projects
The Apple Car project is no more, as the company has decided to pivot towards development of artificial intelligence (AI) projects, Bloomberg has reported. According to Bloomberg sources, Apple made the announcement internally, to the surprise of the nearly 2,000…
2024 Peugeot e-2008 EV spied in Malaysia – facelift GT spec with 156PS, 406 km range, coming soon?
It looks like we’re finally getting the Peugeot e-2008, more than a year after we were supposed to get it. The French electric SUV was recently spotted undisguised – save for some taped-up badges – at the Gentari charging station…
2024 Proton X70 facelift spied – new wheels from Geely Boyue FL, old dashboard from current model
The upcoming 2024 Proton X70 facelift has been spied testing in public once again, this time also by a paultan.org who wishes to remain anonymous. This comes shortly after the most recent sighting of the updated C-segment SUV last week….
Toyota GR family in Malaysia – GR Corolla, GR86 and Supra
Not everyone can claim to be the champion of the enthusiast driver, but Toyota is certainly in with a shout. The image of unfailingly beige Camrys are well and truly behind us – Toyotas are now (mostly) cool and fun…
BYD YangWang U9 EV supercar in China – 1,306 PS, 0-100 km/h 2.36 secs, “jumping” suspension, RM1.1mil
We often associate BYD with value-for-money electric vehicles at the lower end of the market, but in China the brand has a whole different connotation. We already know it sells more luxurious cars like the Han and Tang there, and…
JPJ eBid: SWK and BRV number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that SWK and BRV are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Sabah’s latest running number series is ‘SWK’, and it opened for tender yesterday, February 22….
Grab’s bid to buy foodpanda ASEAN unit falls through – Delivery Hero says it has terminated discussions
Delivery Hero has announced that talks between it and Grab over the sale of its foodpanda Southeast Asian business to the latter have ended, Business Times reports. In a statement, the German multi-national online food ordering and food delivery company…
BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 Highland Malaysia comparison – how do these electric sedans stack up?
It’s safe to say that BYD has set the country alight with the Seal, an electric sedan that goes toe-to-toe with the ever-popular Tesla Model 3. The Chinese company has been quite aggressive with its latest model, particularly in terms…
2024 Mercedes-Benz C350e now in Malaysia – W206 PHEV with 313 PS, 117 km EV range; fr RM355k est
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has introduced the C350e AMG Line to the fifth-generation (W206) C-Class range. The new plug-in hybrid variant is locally assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang and is currently listed with an estimated price of RM355,000 on-the-road without insurance….
Mercedes-Benz C350e dilancar untuk pasaran Malaysia – PHEV dengan kuasa 313 PS, 550 Nm, harga RM355k
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) telah menambah satu lagi varian bagi C-Class W206, dan kali ini adalah versi plug-in hybrid C350e AMG Line. Ia dipasang dalam negara (CKD), dan dijual pada harga RM355,000 tidak termasuk insurans, menggantikan C300 AMG Line (RM333,888) dan…
2024 Suzuki Jimny 5-Door launched in Indonesia – 102 PS/130 Nm 1.5L; 4AT and 5MT; priced from RM142k
The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has been launched in Indonesia following its initial debut in India in January 2024. Revealed at this year’s Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS), the elongated off-roader is priced from 476.5 million rupiah (RM145,986). That amount is…
Toyota Alphard Hybrid dan Vellfire Hybrid ditayang di Malaysia – 250 PS, akan dilancarkan di sini nanti?
Dalam acara Beyond Zero yang dianjurkan oleh UMW Toyota di Taman Teknologi Malaysia, Bukit Jalil yang sedang berlangsung, syarikat tersebut turut mempamerkan versi hibrid untuk kembar MPV premium Toyota Alphard dan Vellfire generasi terbaharu yang kini ditawarkan di pasaran Jepun….
Indian Motorcycles unveils FTR x RSD Super Hooligan
In collaboration with designer of custom high-performance motorcycles Roland Sands, Indian Motorcycles takes the covers off the Indian FTR x RSD Super Hooligan. Under the aegis of Rolands Sands Design (RSD), the FTR x RSD Super Hooligan celebrates flat track…
Toyota Prius 24h Le Mans Centennial GR Edition in Malaysia – 5th-gen hybrid celebrates endurance racing
First revealed at the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, the Toyota Prius 24h Le Mans Centennial GR Edition concept car is present at the Toyota Beyond Zero showcase in Malaysia this week. Built as…
Selangor BikeCare-1000 aid scheme ends March 1
Applications for the Selangor state BikeCare-1000 aid scheme is open till March 1. This programme is exclusively for Selangor-born Malaysian citizens aged 18 years and older as well as not blacklisted in the Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS). The…
Next-gen Proton Saga, Persona to be developed in new R&D centre in Hangzhou – to include NEV hybrids too!
Next-generation Proton Saga rendered by Theophilus Chin At the Proton Chinese New Year media appreciation dinner today, CEO Li Chunrong shared a few updates regarding the national carmaker’s future plans. Notably, these included a surprising announcement concerning its homegrown models,…
2024 Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer officially debuts – EV wagon with up to 685 km range; RWD, 286 PS, 545 Nm
Volkswagen has unveiled the new ID.7 Tourer, which is the wagon version of the ID.7 that made its debut a year earlier in April. According to the German carmaker, the ID.7 Tourer is one of the first all-electric estate cars…
2024 Range Rover Evoque facelift in Malaysia – P200 and P250, new 11.4-inch touchscreen, RM499k-RM566k
It’s a little late to market, but the facelifted Range Rover Evoque has finally been launched in Malaysia. Revealed to the world last June, the brand’s stylish entry-level SUV gets some minor design tweaks that mask a comprehensive interior makeover….
2024 Mazda CX-5 facelift in Malaysia full gallery – 2.5T High AWD from RM189k; 228 hp, 420 Nm; MRCC, AEB
Here’s a full gallery of the new second-generation Mazda CX-5 facelift, which was launched near the end of January this year. The CX-5 pictured here is the 2.5T High AWD, which is the most expensive variant you can buy at…
2024 Lancia Ypsilon: Italian EV with 156 PS, 403 km range
You could be forgiven for wondering whether Lancia still exists. It’s been a long time since the heydays of Delta Integrales flying across television screens; the brand has been confined to Italy since 2017 and the only car it has…
Mitsubishi L100 EV launched in Indonesia – electric kei panel van with 180 km range, 42 PS; CKD; from RM98k
The Mitsubishi Minicab EV has been officially launched in Indonesia, just a few months after local production of the fully electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) began in December last year. Known as the L100 EV there, the one-box kei vehicle…
Tesla app gains UWB digital key support for Model 3 Highland – more reliable and secure than Bluetooth
The Tesla app has been updated to provide ultra-wideband (UWB) support, according to a report by Not A Tesla App. This improves the Phone Key feature that customers already enjoy by providing a more reliable and secure use of phones…
2024 Nissan Almera Kuro Edition in Malaysia gallery – black Tomei bodykit, rims; new Glacier Grey; fr RM84k
The Nissan Almera Kuro Edition was introduced earlier this year and we’re now bringing you a full gallery of the kitted-up B-segment sedan for your viewing pleasure. Also known as the Black Edition (kuro is the Japanese term for black),…
Perodua D66B – B-segment SUV to be launched in Malaysia by April 2024, says Kenanga Research
Perodua D66B/Nexis render by Theophilus Chin. Ah, yes, here we go again, with another “update” about when the Perodua D66B will arrive on the scene. In October last year, Kenanga Research wrote in a sector update report that the B-segment…
Petron Blaze RON100 petrol now priced at RM5, Shell V-Power Racing at RM6.10 per litre in Malaysia
In May 2022, we ran a story highlighting the price of unregulated fuel in the country, which had climbed in relation to the retail price of RON 97 petrol reaching a then stratospheric RM4.70 per litre (it was to eventually…
2024 Chery Omoda E5 in Malaysia full gallery – up to 430 km EV range; 204 PS; AEB, ACC; March launch
Ahead of the local launch of the Chery Omoda E5 next month, we’re bringing you a full gallery of the EV version of the Omoda 5 for your viewing pleasure. While previous units of the Omoda E5 we covered were…
GWM Tank 300 arrives in Malaysia ahead of launch
GWM Malaysia has announced the first units of the Tank 300 have arrived in Malaysia ahead of the SUV’s official launch expected this year. For now, the company is not providing much in the way of details relating to specifications…
BMW i5 gets new xDrive40 dual motor AWD variant
BMW has added a new dual motor variant to the BMW i5 range called the BMW i5 xDrive40. The i5 was initially launched with eDrive40 and M60 xDrive variants, with the former already on sale here in Malaysia going for…
Tesla Model Y 2024 pasaran M’sia dapat peningkatan
Beberapa minggu lalu, kami diberikan kunci untuk Tesla Model Y Performance, dan ini adalah kali pertama kami dapat mendekati SUV elektrik tersebut dalam versi yang akan dijual kepada pelanggan. Sepanjang bersama dengannya, kami sedar ada beberapa perincian yang sebelum ini…
BYD Seal U SUV – EV with 87 kWh battery, up to 500 km range WLTP; two variants, from RM215k in Europe
Chinese manufacturer BYD has expanded its product offering in Europe with the Seal U, a fully electric SUV that will be made available on the European market in two variants which will go on sale from this month, according to…
Rapid KL bus service for Alam Suria Puncak Perdana, Sunway Kayangan from Feb 15 – route 754 extended
Click to enlarge Good news for those living in Alam Suria Puncak Perdana and Sunway Kayangan. Rapid KL has realigned the route 754 bus and it now has a couple of stops in the two areas. From February 15, bus…
New road tax for cars and bikes in Malaysia – not required to be displayed, valid in other countries
Earlier this year, the road transport department (JPJ) announced it would continue to issue physical road tax (LKM) to those who aren’t prepared to make the switch to a digital one. However, the road tax provided will now come in…
No KL Car Free Morning this Sun, Feb 11 – CNY hols
The KL Car Free Morning (KLCFM) working committee has announced that there will be no KLCFM this Sunday, February 11. The weekly Sunday morning open circuit around the city has been cancelled due to the Chinese New Year holidays. CNY…
Biker blocks car using Smart Lane on toll highway
With the 2024 Lunar New Year balik kampung exodus in full swing, the Smart Lane system is in effect on certain stretches of Malaysia’s toll highways. Done to alleviate traffic congestion on the highway especially during the pre- and post…
Incident of minister’s MPV allegedly tailgating ambulance on NSE – Nga Kor Ming issues statement
Earlier this week, it was reported in the news that a minister’s MPV had been seen attempting to beat a traffic jam by tailgating an ambulance on the North-South Expressway on February 3. Now, local government development minister Nga Kor…
Production to resume for 10 Daihatsu, Toyota, Subaru models at Daihatsu Kyushu Oita plant fr February 26
Following the production halt of Daihatsu vehicles in Japan after confirmation of safety testing irregularities in April last year, Daihatsu has announced that production and shipment of 10 models at the Daihatsu Kyushu Oita (Nakatsu) factory will resume from February…
Mr. Bean’s Rowan Atkinson blamed for low EV sales in the UK – actor’s comment piece called “damaging”
Rowan Atkinson has been blamed for the slow adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United Kingdom, reports Sky News. The Mr. Bean and Johnny English actor was name-checked during an environment and climate change committee meeting in the House…
JPJ eBid: Siri VMB dan PRE bakal dibuka untuk bidaan
Kali ini giliran siri nombor pendaftaran terkini dari WP Kuala Lumpur dan Pulau Pinang bakal bersedia untuk dibida menerusi platform dalam talian, JPJ eBid. Menurut Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ), siri nombor pendaftaran terkini dariWP Kuala Lumpur, VMB bakal dibuka bidaan…
KTM lancar sistem pembayaran terbuka – boleh guna kad debit/kredit, Apple/Samsung Pay untuk Komuter
Menteri pengangkutan, Anthony Loke semalam melancarkan sistem pembayaran terbuka (OPS) KTM dalam satu majlis di Ipoh. Sama seperti di plaza tol, OPS membenarkan pengguna membayar sama ada menggunakan kad kredit/debit, serta Apple Pay dan Samsung Pay. Aplikasi KITS KTM dan…
2024 Toyota Corolla Cross facelift – 1.8L petrol, hybrid; digital dash, EPB, wireless CarPlay, Android Auto
The Toyota Corolla Cross facelift has made its debut, over three years since the original made its global premiere in Thailand. Four variants comprised of one ICE version and three hybrids emerge at the facelift’s debut; 1.8L Sport Plus at…
Police officers are not allowed to receive ang pow while on duty – it is an offence to do so, says IGP
Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and if you are feeling generous and want to hand out ang pows, don’t do so with police officers on duty. As reported by The Star, inspector-general of police Tan Sri Razarudin…
2024 Audi Q7 facelift debuts – programmable lights, petrol, diesel V6; SQ7 with 507 PS/770 Nm 4.0L V8
The Audi Q7 has been given its second facelift in its current generation, following on from its 2019 update. Now, the German brand’s SUV that brings the choice of three-row seating brings the customary visual changes as well as equipment…
Tol percuma pada 8-9 Feb sempena CNY- kenderaan Kelas 1; semua plaza tol kecuali di BSI, Tg Kupang
Kerajaan melalui Mesyuarat Jemaah Menteri pada pagi ini telah bersetuju untuk memberikan tol percuma kepada kenderaan Kelas 1 (persendirian) sahaja pada 8 dan 9 Februari 2024 sempena perayaan Tahun Baharu Cina (CNY) kali ini. Pemberian tol percuma ini akan dilaksanakan…
Geely launches 11 low earth-orbit satellites for self-driving cars – network now at 20, aiming for 72 by 2025
Geely said it has launched 11 low-earth orbit satellites last week to support more accurate navigation for autonomous vehicles. The satellites, launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center is Sichuan, was the Chinese automaker’s second dispatch following the nine units…
2024 Yamaha TMax Tech Max new colours for Malaysia – pricing remains unchanged at RM74,998
2024 Yamaha TMax Tech Max Dark Magma For this year, the 2024 Yamaha TMax Tech Max comes in new colours for the Malaysia market, with a recommended retail price of RM74,998. The new colour schemes are Dark Magma and Tech…
New Perodua Bezza rendered again – Proton S70 rear
Ever the industrious renderer, Photoshop wizard Theophilus Chin has been at work again – this time dreaming up the forthcoming second-generation Perodua Bezza. In his own words, he has rendered the car several times, most recently last July using the…
2024 Toyota Corolla Cross facelift to be revealed 8 Feb
The Toyota Corolla Cross is pretty popular in these parts, so any update is going to make us sit up and notice. Which is just as well, because the facelifted version of the SUV will be revealed in Thailand in…
2024 G82 BMW M4, G83 M4 Convertible facelifts – revised styling, kit; Competition variants up to 530 PS
The G82 BMW M4 Coupé and G83 M4 Convertible have received their facelifts in the 2024 model year, bringing mild exterior styling and interior equipment updates, along with an increased power output for the Competition variants. Drawing from the facelifted…
BMW XM 50e – G09 M PHEV gets smaller 3.0L six pot
Here’s something surprising – the BMW XM has been given a smaller engine. The new variant powered by a 3.0 litre inline six plug-in hybrid system is called the XM 50e, while the original V8 version seems to continue to…
Audi e-tron GT review – this over a Porsche Taycan?
The Audi e-tron GT serves as the poster car of Ingolstadt’s electric vehicle (EV) series and was first revealed way back in February 2021, before eventually reaching our shores in the middle of 2023. Available in three variants, the e-tron…
Volvo to stop funding Polestar, hand control to Geely
Volvo is reportedly set to stop providing funding to Polestar and will transfer responsibility of the EV brand to Geely. According to Automotive News Europe, Zhejiang Geely Holding, the parent of both Swedish brands, will take on the funding for…
2024 Toyota Hilux facelift gets 48V mild-hybrid 2.8 litre turbodiesel powertrain – 6-10% better efficiency
Toyota has unveiled the facelifted Hilux which now gets a mild-hybrid powertrain for selected 4X4 double-cab variants in Australia, in addition to styling updates for the ubiquitous pick-up truck model. According to Toyota Australia, the 48-volt system aids engine smoothness…
Lewis Hamilton to become a Ferrari driver in F1 2025?
In what will surely go down as the move of the decade, seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has reportedly agreed to make a shock switch from Mercedes-AMG Petronas to Scuderia Ferrari for the 2025 season. The news has been…
HVGT, higher SST, targeted fuel subsidy to affect auto industry, 2024 Malaysian TIV down 19% – Maybank IB
Maybank Investment Bank is expecting the Malaysian automotive industry to be affected by the increase in the service tax rate and the implementation of the high value goods tax (HVGT) that will come into play in March and May respectively….
2024 GAC Emkoo previewed in Malaysia: C-segment SUV larger than X70
Aside from the GS3 Emzoom and Aion Y Plus, Warisan Tan Chong Automotif (WTCA) has also previewed the GAC Emkoo in Malaysia today. The Chinese carmaker’s latest C-segment SUV will enter the market later this year – likely CKD locally…
BMW remains No. 1 premium brand, EV sales up 92%
It seems like BMW isn’t able to put a foot wrong, despite churning out a slew of controversial designs and ever more complicated iDrive systems. Munich ended the year at the top of the premium car sales pile for the…
Toyota is world’s top-selling automaker for fourth year running – 11.2 million units sold in 2023 is new record
Having sold a record 11.2 million vehicles in 2023, Toyota retained its position as the world’s top-selling automaker for the fourth successive year, finishing well above second-placed Volkswagen Group, which saw sales increasing by 12% to 9.2 million vehicles. Hyundai-Kia…
Toyota Vios, Veloz recall – letter to owners sighted; rectification for upper front shock absorber nut
A letter appearing to have been sent to an owner of a Toyota Vios in Malaysia has been sighted on the Toyota Vios 3rd & 4th Gen Community Facebook page, shared to the group by an anonymous participant. While the…
Tun Daim’s seven luxury cars in the MACC list – from Mercedes-Benz to Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, even a Ford!
Tun Daim Zainuddin has been charged with the failure to declare 71 of his assets to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the New Straits Times reports. According to the charge sheet, the 85-year-old former finance minister failed to comply with…
P-hailing riders submit memorandum to UMNO, urging Grab Malaysia to reconsider its cuts in base fare
Earlier this month, Grab announced a restructuring of its delivery fee and bonus framework in Malaysia, which didn’t go down well with platform delivery riders. While the company said the changes would ensure bookings that require more time and effort…
KTM cancels selected Shuttle Tebrau SG-JB services – involves 8 days in Feb, full refund for ticket holders
Click to enlarge Take note, those who use the train to cross the Causeway. KTM has announced that it will be cancelling a couple of Shuttle Tebrau services connecting Singapore and Johor Bahru, due to the rescheduling of train operations….
Chery Omoda O5 GT in Mexico – sporty sedan with Lexus-like grille, 194 hp 1.6T ; rival to the Honda Civic
This is the Omoda O5 GT, a sporty sedan which was launched in Mexico in August 2023 to join the regular O5 that arrived earlier that year. Both models are essentially rebadged versions of existing Chery models, namely the Arrizo…
Maxus T90 EV – Tenaga Nasional begins using fully-electric pick-up, Malaysian market launch on the way
Previewed here last November during the launch of the Maxus MIFA 9, the first examples of the Maxus T90 EV are now up and about on Malaysian roads. However, you can’t get your hands on the fully-electric pick-up truck as…
2024 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II launched in Malaysia – SWB and EWB; from RM2.5-RM2.9 million
More than six years after Malaysian launch of the eighth-generation Rolls-Royce Phantom, the updated Series II has now been made landfall here. First announced globally in May 2022, the Phantom Series II is being offered here in two versions with…
2024 Honda Civic Type R FL5 Malaysian review – is the 319 PS, six-speed manual hot hatch worth RM400k?
Honda Civic Type R. Few names in motordom resonate as deeply with its target market and audience as this one has through the years, and this, the FL5, is the sixth generation of the nameplate. The latest of its line…
Malaysia has 254 locations identified as critical slopes at risk of landslides – mitigation works underway
According to the department of mineral and geoscience (JMG), 254 locations nationwide have been identified as critical slopes at risk of landslides. As reported by The Star, JMG director-general Datuk Zamri Ramli said 104 sites were classified as high risk,…
2024 Porsche Macan EV – 2nd-gen goes electric with up to 639 PS, 1,130 Nm, 0-100 in 3.3s and 613 km range
The 2024 Porsche Macan has just been unveiled and yes, it’s now a full electric SUV. The all-new second-generation Macan is Porsche’s second all-electric model after the Taycan, and its first core model to be transformed into an EV –…
Nissan dan GAC 2024 — Serena C28, Almera facelift, GAC GS3, Aion S Plus EV bakal diperkenal di M’sia?
Tahun lalu, Nissan memperkenalkan beberapa model baru untuk pasaran Malaysia, antaranya Leaf facelift pada bulan Mac. Begitu juga dengan beberapa edisi untuk Serena dan Navara, serta tiga kenderaan yang dibikin dan tunjuk ketika Tokyo Auto Salon KL. Tiada pengenalan model…
BMW iX2 EV teased by BMW Malaysia – ROI open
BMW Malaysia has started a teaser campaign for the upcoming BMW iX2, kicking things off with a microsite stating it is coming soon on their website as long as an EDM that they blasted out to their marketing list today….
Porsche Macan EV sketch teased ahead of reveal
Porsche has teased the next generation Porsche Macan ahead of its reveal on January 25 2024. The teaser comes in the form of two sketches showing the front and rear end of the Macan. Unlike the current Macan which is…
Kawasaki Malaysia launches Sarawak 4S centre
Owners of Kawasaki motorcycles in Sarawak can now visit the new flagship Kawasaki 4S Centre in Kuching. Under the ownership and management of Ghee Hua Co, the 4S Centre in Kuching is the third of Edaran Modenas’ (EMOS) All-Star Dealer…
JPJ eBid: KFT dan RAU akan dibuka untuk bidaan
Untuk yang bakal mendapat kenderaan baharu, ini ada lagi dua pilihan siri nombor pendaftaran yang baru diumumkan oleh Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ). Seperti biasa, bidaan dilakukan menerusi platform dalam talian, JPJ eBid. Siri nombor pendaftaran terkini Kedah, KFT, bakal dibuka…
B2 to B motorcycle license upgrade: age, B2 license duration to be considered before proposal is finalised
Age, as well as the duration of being B2-licensed are among the factors which need to be considered before the proposal for the automatic upgrade to a full B license for motorcycles can be finalised, said deputy prime minister Datuk…
JPJ eBid: NEB, SU-L number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that NEB and SU-L are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Negeri Sembilan’s latest running number series is ‘NEB’, and it’s open for tender today, January…
Nine KTMB stations in Klang Valley to be upgraded; adding Seremban Sentral station in RM170m project
Nine Keratapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) train stations in the Klang Valley will be upgraded, and a new station, Seremban Sentral will be added in Seremban, reports Bernama. The upgrading of the nine stations, along with the construction of the…
The highly anticipated BYD SEAL is now open for pre-booking in Malaysia – book online with RM1,000
The BYD SEAL is launching soon in Malaysia as the brand’s third electric vehicle (EV), joining the previously introduced BYD ATTO 3 and BYD DOLPHIN. Stylish in its design and packed with technologies, the BYD SEAL represents BYD’s constant pursuit…
Tesla Model 3 deliveries halted in Australia – what is it all about and does it affect Malaysian buyers?
There has been reports that Tesla has been forced to halt Model 3 “Highland” deliveries in Australia over a matter of technical non-compliance with Australian rules. Here’s the gist of it – Australia Design Rules (ADR) requires that a car…
Perodua EV coming end-2025 – tax-free incentives for CBU EVs, RM100k min price to end in Malaysia then?
Perodua ‘MyEV’ rendered based on the 2023 EMO Concept Earlier this week, minister of international trade and industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz revealed that mass production of Perodua’s EV is scheduled to start in end-2025. According to the…
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA200 FL in Malaysia – updated styling, latest MBUX infotainment; RM258,888 OTR
Following yesterday’s teaser of the facelifted H247 Mercedes-Benz GLA, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has today officially launched the updated crossover in a single variant, the GLA 200, priced at RM258,888 on-the-road without insurance. As with the pre-update H247 GLA, this facelifted model…
BMW Plant Spartanburg to use Figure end-to-end AI robot
Your next BMW X5 could be built by a humanoid robot, as BMW and AI robotics startup Figure today announced a commercial agreement to use Figure’s humanoid robot powered by end-to-end AI at its Plant Spartanburg workforce. Our Malaysian market…
2024 Volkswagen Touareg ROI now open in Malaysia – 340 PS 3.0L TSI V6; R-Line; IQ.Light HD Matrix; CKD?
After being sighted in Malaysia without any camouflage and wearing trade plates several months ago, it is now confirmed that the latest-generation Volkswagen Touareg will be launched in Malaysia. Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) today teased the SUV on its…
Car vs bike accident in Malaysia – always the car at fault? Why can’t we claim from the bike’s insurance?
Photo from PDRM social media It is a litany we have heard many times. “This motorcycle just hit my car/bumper/wing mirror and shot off. I got everything on the dash cam, shall I make a report?” “Aiya, no point one,…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N NPX1 Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 – N Performance parts to go on sale this year
Hyundai has unveiled the Ioniq 5 N NPX1 concept vehicle, one that is based on the production Ioniq 5 N that is itself a high-performance version of the Ioniq 5 EV. According to Hyundai, the NPX1 previews a host of…
Malaysia auto sales hit all-time record in 2023 with 799,731 units, 11% up – 740k TIV forecasted for 2024
The bounce back from Covid is real, and very strong. The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) announced 2023 auto sales results today, and it’s an all-time record with close to 800,000 units sold. The 799,731 units total industry volume (TIV) is…
Honda e:NP2 – production EV seen in China ministry documents; 204 PS FWD motor, 68.8 kWh battery
Following a teaser last November, the production version of the Honda e:NP2 has been sighted in documents for the Chinese ministry of industry and information technology, which should indicate that the Japanese brand’s electric crossover is set to make its…
Suzuki Jimny 5-Door previewed in Singapore – 340 mm longer wheelbase than 3-door version; same 1.5L NA
Here are some live photos of the all-new Suzuki Jimny 5-Door, which was previewed at the recent Singapore Motorshow. The longer version of the compact off-roader first made its global debut last January and provides more practicality than the three-door…
Lexus LBX Morizo RR Concept – B-segment crossover gets 1.6L turbo 3-cylinder, 8AT from Toyota GR Yaris
The Tokyo Auto Salon is where independent companies as well as manufacturers show their latest wares in the realm of customised vehicles, and this year’s edition sees Lexus brings a performance-oriented concept based on its LBX B-segment crossover. Enter the…
KTM Komuter Lembah Klang beri tambang percuma 24-25 Jan sempena Thaipusam – tren ekstra 23-26 Jan
Sempena dengan perayaan Thaipusam yang bakal disambut pada 25 Januari 2024, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) bakal memberikan tambang percuma kepada para penumpang KTM Komuter Lembah Klang selama dua hari iaitu pada 24 hingga 25 Januari ini. Perkara ini telah…
Toyota GR Yaris facelift 2024 didedah di TAS – 304 PS/400Nm, pilihan 8AT, kabin lebih fokus pemandu
Selepas didedahkan secara rasmi pada Tokyo Auto Salon (TAS) 2020, GR Yaris hari ini sekali lagi menjadi tajuk besar dalam acara ubahsuai terulung di Jepun itu – ini dia GR Yaris facelift membuat kemunculan sulungnya di TAS 2024 pagi tadi!…
Tren ETS ditambah sempena Tahun Baru Cina bagi perjalanan 7 Feb-10 Mac, jualan tiket mulai 15 Jan
KTM Berhad (KTMB) telah mengumumkan akan menambah empat tren tambahan bagi perkhidmatan ETS sempena Tahun Baru Cina yang bakal disambut bulan hadapan. Ia adalah bagi perjalanan dari laluan KL Sentral – Ipoh – KL Sentral pada 7 hingga 13 Februari…