Following its global debut in February this year, the facelifted Volvo XC60 has now been launched in Malaysia. As before, you get two electrified variants to choose from, albeit with new names following Volvo’s revised naming system. The line-up includes the B5 AWD Core (formerly B5 AWD Plus) and T8 AWD Ultra (formerly T8 AWD […]

iCaur has launched its first model in Malaysia, the 03, an electric SUV that was previewed here twice previously. As a brief recap, the 03 was originally set to be marketed as the Jaecoo J6 when it was shown at the Malaysia Autoshow (MAS) in May last year. At this year’s MAS, it was announced […]

The digital ministry has started discussions with the road transport department (JPJ) to develop a legal framework for autonomous vehicles in Malaysia, according to digital minister Gobind Singh Deo, reported Bernama. The transition towards adopting autonomous vehicles requires early preparation across multiple areas including safety standards, dig

Click to enlarge The Chery O5, which is a new name for the Omoda 5 facelift, will be launching in Malaysia on September 10. We know this from the company’s countdown post on social media – earlier today, Chery Malaysia posted up the ‘2 Days’ image you see above, showing the O5’s new wheels. “We’re […]

Sime Motors turns 45, marking four and a half decades of growth, innovation and leadership in Malaysia’s automotive industry. Since its establishment in 1980, the company has evolved into the country’s largest automotive retailer with the largest market share, with a world-class portfolio of brands and services. Today, Sime Motors’ representation i

Despite it being an integral element of driving, tyres aren’t generally given much thought, beyond understanding that they’re needed for moving a vehicle about. When they are contemplated or given thought, it’s usually during the purchase experience, with price – and sometimes performance – usually helping to define the selection. The thing is, tyr

Zeekr 009 In the future, EVs from Zeekr will be locally assembled at the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV), Tanjong Malim, Perak. This is according to Proton, which launched its new EV plant within its complex at Tg Malim today. You can think of Proton as the ‘anchor tenant’ of AHTV, which was launched in 2022. […]

With the brand’s reintroduction to Malaysia, the all-new 2025 Indian Motorcycle Scout model range is now on sale, with pricing starting from RM103,900. The line-up starts with the Scout Bobber, which comes in three variants – the Standard in Black Metallic at RM103,900, and in the Limited colours of Sunset Red Smoke and Spirit Blue […]

Mercedes-Benz has previewed the new Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ technology’s interior ahead of the car’s official unveiling on September 7 2025 at the IAA Mobility 2025 show in Munich. That’s just a few days to go, and we’ve already previously seen what the front grille of the new GLC will look like, but since we […]

This is it, folks, you’re looking at the all-new 2026 BMW iX3, codenamed NA5. That’s right, what you see here is not yet another concept car, but a full production model that will actually go on sale very soon. Let that sink in for a moment. This didn’t come without warning, of course. When the […]

The upcoming Proton Saga MC3 was shown on livestream during today’s launch of the company’s first electric vehicle (EV) plant in Tanjong Malim. While not seen in full, we get to see parts of the brand’s staple sedan, with many of the revisions matching up to what we already expect from a prior leak and […]

Audi has unveiled the Concept C, which will preview the design of its future products as well as a new interior experience, according to the German manufacturer. Its design is inspired by the Auto Union Type C race car, and aims to deliver a reduction to essential elements and a “commitment to geometric clarity,” it […]

The latest iteration of the Proton X50 has reached the 5,000-unit sales milestone since the refreshed B-segment SUV was launched in late-July this year, Proton has announced. Prior to its official launch, the 2025 X50 received 5,000 bookings since order books opened on July 5. Priced from RM85,800 for the X50 1.5TD Executive inclusive of […]

Sime Motors is celebrating 45 years of automotive excellence this year, and you’re invited to the biggest anniversary carnival at Sime Motors City, Ara Damansara from September 5 to 7. It will be a weekend of food, entertainment, test drives, exclusive promotions and a grand prize that you won’t want to miss. Wondering what the […]

Hankook Tire Malaysia recently launched two new tyres, the Ventus evo and the Dynapro HT2. The Ventus evo is a ultra-high-performance UHP tyre that needs little introduction, while the Dynapro HT2 is a premium tyre for SUV owners seeking comfort and durability. “The Ventus evo stands at the pinnacle of our UHP range, engineered for […]

Commercial vehicle owners, take note. Puspakom has announced an improvement in the mandatory periodic inspection (pemeriksaan berkala) procedure, following orders from the road transport department (JPJ). Effective September 1, 2025, the new and tighter procedure will be implemented in stages. It involves four key areas. The first aspect concerns t

Baru-baru ini, Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Negeri Selangor diundang oleh Projek Lintasan Kota Holdings Sdn. Bhd. (Prolintas) untuk menjayakan Program Advokasi Keselamatan Jalan Raya di Plaza Tol Elmina Utara, Lebuhraya Guthrie (GCE). Program ini turut dihadiri Muhamad Hilmi Muhammad Sauki selaku Pengurus Operasi Prolintas dan juga Tuan Mohamad Zamzu

Sempena sambutan Hari Kebangsaan ke-68 dan Hari Malaysia ke-62, Kementerian Dalam Negeri (KDN) bersama Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) dengan kerjasama MyDigital ID melancarkan Kempen Diskaun Saman Kebangsaan dengan tawaran pengurangan saman trafik PDRM sebanyak 50%. Kempen ini berlangsung mulai hari ini, 31 Ogos sehingga 16 September 2025. Ia hanya s

The BYD Atto 2 is one of the most interesting propositions for the electric SUV market in Malaysia. Although the list price is officially RM100k, an early bird package, valued at up to RM13,000, brings the effective price down to the RM85,000 range. The Atto 2 is a compact electric SUV, smaller than the Atto […]

Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) is now the official mobility partner of Selangor FC after the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) and the handover of a Hyundai Staria to the Malaysia Super League team this morning. The documents were signed by HMY president Eric Lee and Selangor FC’s CEO Dr Johan Kamal Hamidon, witnessed […]

The East Klang Valley Expressway (EKVE) has been launched today by Malaysian prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. The Section 1 alignment of the highway will be open to public from 6am tomorrow, August 30, 2025, and passage along the highway will be toll-free from its opening […]

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) says that enhancements that have been made to the Policy Document on Claims Settlement Practices (PDCSP) will make the motor insurance claims process fairer, quicker and more transparent for all motorists. These revisions were outlined by Lailatul Akma, deputy director of BNM’s Consumer & Market Conduct Department, in

Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has introduced the Nissan Navara X-Tremer, the latest addition to the brand’s pick-up truck range in Malaysia. The Navara X-Tremer brings an exterior and interior trim package that is available in three variants; the 2.5L Turbo V at RM134,800 (RM136,850 in East Malaysia), the 2.5L Turbo VL at RM146,900 (RM148,950), [&h

Volvo has officially revealed the new XC70, which is now open for pre-orders in China (production has already started there) and will be introduced in Europe at a later stage. Recycling a nameplate it has used in the past, Volvo’s latest model is built on its new Scalable Modular Architecture (SMA) platform and is designed […]

Volkswagen has renewed the T-Roc for a second generation, and why wouldn’t it, with over two million units of the original ‘Golf SUV’ sold since 2017. Prices in Germany start at 30,845 euros (RM152k). The between-T-Cross-and-Tiguan vehicle is 4,373 mm long (+122 mm versus first-gen), 1,828 mm wide (+9 mm) and 1,562 mm tall (+9 […]

Spoiler alert, so reads the X post by the Tesla Europe & Middle East channel. The wordplay is, of course, in reference to the bootlid addition depicted in the 10-second long teaser clip, which is a component that is found on the Performance derivative of Tesla models, most recently the Model 3 Performance that was […]

Earlier today, works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said via a Facebook post that a supplemental concession agreement (SCA) has been signed between the government, via the works ministry (KKR), and IJM Corp, via its wholly-owned subsidiary New Pantai Expressway (NPE), to formalise the approval for the construction of the New Pantai Expr

A colour update for the 2025 Honda CRF250 Rally in Malaysia, with pricing unchanged from 2024 at RM28,599. New for the CRF250 Rally is the seat colour and graphics, with Extreme Red paint, and pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration while availability will be from end August at all Honda BigWing, Honda […]

Production of the Suzuki eVitara – Maruti Suzuki‘s (and Suzuki’s) first EV – has begun in Gujarat, India, reports Hindustan Times. The vehicle will be exported to over 100 countries, including Malaysia and Japan. “Many companies have increased their trust in India. Till a few years back, EV batteries were completely imported (into India). “Localisa

The government says it will introduce a capped quota for eligible individuals when it rolls out its RON 95 fuel subsidy rationalisation plan. According to finance minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, this is to prevent those who are not eligible for it to benefit from having someone else pump subsidised fuel for them, […]

Pre-orders are being taken for the Nuen Moto N1-S electric motorcycle (e-bike) in Vietnam, with a price of 170 million Vietnamese dong (RM27,113). Orders are secured with a 1 million dong (RM160) online deposit and three colour options are offered – Coal Black, Ocean Blue and Lava Red. Nuen Moto says over 60% of components […]

The second-generation Mitsubishi Delica Mini has been revealed in Japan alongside the third-generation eK Space. Both kei cars are now open for pre-orders, with the Delica Mini expected to be priced between 1.95 million and 2.95 million yen (about RM56k and RM84k), while eK Space is tentatively from 1.75 million to 1.95 million yen (RM50k […

Naza Eastern Motors today launched the Suzuki Swift Sport Final Edition, which retails for RM137,900 on-the-road without insurance. At that price, the fully-imported (CBU) Final Edition is RM7,900 more than a regular Swift Sport but RM4,000 less than the Silver Edition from nearly two years ago. Despite the name, the Final Edition is not the [&hell

Mercedes-Benz is reportedly in advanced talks with compatriot and rival manufacturer, BMW for the latter to supply four-cylinder petrol engines to the Stuttgart-based brand, German outlet Manager Magazin has reported. According to Autocar, a source within Mercedes-Benz has said that high-level planning and negotiations have begun for a range of its

Teaser untuk Fronx sudah dikeluarkan oleh Suzuki Malaysia melalui laman media sosial mereka, tapi bila pelancaran rasminya? Melalui maklumat yang kami terima, ia akan berlaku pada suku keempat tahun ini (berkemungkinan seawal Oktober). Semasa liputan acara Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) baru-baru ini, kami telah menunjukkan pasa

Suzuki Fronx at GIIAS 2025 The Suzuki Fronx has been confirmed for Malaysia and will be launching in the fourth quarter of 2025. This was confirmed by Naza Eastern Motors at the launch of the Swift Sport Final Edition today. The eVitara, Suzuki’s first production EV, is also in the company’s plans, but that’s for […]

You saw it at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 and at paultan.org‘s Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE); now the Zeekr 7X has finally landed in Malaysia officially, in RM179,800 RWD Standard Range, RM190,800 RWD Long Range and RM226,800 AWD Performance variants. Prices are OTR before insurance. Over 1,000 bookings have been received for the 7X to […]

Here’s a surprise. The production Bufori CS8 made its first public appearance at an Affin Bank track day event for its Diventium private banking customers yesterday morning. The high-net-worth individuals were given an introduction to the manufacturer of handcrafted cars based in Kepong, before being taken on taxi rides on a wet Sepang Internationa

Following indication that it had closed its Glenmarie facility, Neta Auto Malaysia has provided another update on operational changes through a posting on its Facebook page, following on its announcement in early June regarding restructuring operations. In its latest posting, Intro Synergy said the closure of the Glenmarie facility was part of the

The budget ceiling for the LRT Mutiara Line LRT project in Penang has been revised to RM16.8 billion due to current market conditions, and not because of uncontrolled cost escalation, stated MRT Corp, reported The Star. The Penang LRT Bayan Lepas project was originally estimated in 2016 to cost RM10 billion, based on the projected […]

It’s Wednesday, and so it is time once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, as the finance ministry has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of August 21 to 27, 2025. The retail price of diesel fuels in Peninsular Malaysia takes a five sen drop to RM2.85 per […]

According to a report by CnEVPost, Xiaomi president Lu Weibing has revealed Europe as the first overseas market to receive the brand’s electric vehicles (EVs) in 2027. This was revealed during a recent earnings call, with Lu saying the company is currently in the research and preparation stage ahead of an entry into Europe. While […]

Electric motorcycle (e-bike) firm Blueshark, and its manufacturing arm EP Manufacturing Berhad (EPMB) will begin production of the SoloEra Solo 1C electric scooter at its Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Selangor, facility. Pricing for the Solo 1C starts at a special pre-launch promotion price of RM599, enabled by the RM2,400 MARiiCas rebate and additional su

As battery-electric vehicles continue to gain market share, demand for user support will also increase. One such type of service is EV mobile charging and rescue recharge. For buyers of the recently-launched BYD Atto 2, Sime Motors has partnered with Power Up Malaysia to support vehicle charging for owners of the electric crossover. This comes [&he

Nio today officially announced it would sell its first-ever right-hand drive model, the Firefly EV, in Singapore. In an official release, the Chinese automaker said it is partnering with Wearnes Automotive to sell the electric hatchback in the island country in 2026. First launched in China in December last year, the Firefly EV is offered […

Believe it or not, there exist rumours that Proton is planning a new Saga sub-brand, and rendering sifu Theophilus Chin has come up with a “hypothetical” Proton Saga Cross – a small SUV to take on the likes of the Perodua Ativa, Honda WR-V and Chery Tiggo Cross. “Imagine a lineup built around this identity […]

Zeekr Malaysia’s official social media channels have announced that the Zeekr 7X electric SUV will be launched at Kuala Lumpur Tower on August 22 2025. The post also mentions that interested members of the public will be able to get up close and personal with the Zeekr 7X at the KL Tower event as well […]

Holy flashy metal, Batman! Is this the new Batmobile? Uhm, not quite, Robin, but it’s the closest thing a small number of buyers will get to bat with, the Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition. In collaboration with Warner Bros Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), the Indian automaker has introduced what it calls the first commercially-available [&h

For many, the car is the second-largest investment after real estate, and so it makes sense to be as comfortable as possible in the vehicle. In conjunction with the upcoming 68th Merdeka Day this month, DK SCHWEIZER is giving back to Malaysians with the purchase of any DK SCHWEIZER seat upholstery. Enjoy a RM150 instant […]

The East-West Highway, in particular with the Gerik-Jeli stretch, is among the key priorities for the works ministry under the upcoming Budget 2026 that will be tabled later this year, works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has said, reported Bernama. The works ministry had submitted a request for funding to upgrade several sections of [&

After a brief delay due to heavy rain, the Xpeng P7 has completed its 24-hour endurance test, achieving a distance of 3,961 km to set a new record. The attempt began on August 13 shortly after order taking for the P7 start in China, and comes a few months after the Xiaomi YU7 clocked 3,944 […]

You might remember the Acura RSX to be the new name of the Integra in the United States when the fourth-generation model rolled around in the early 2000s. The coupe was sold for a few years before eventually being discontinued in 2006 and the nameplate was retired. Now, Acura has brought back the RSX, but […]

Leapmotor C10 In the first part of our interview with Stellantis ASEAN MD Isaac Yeo, the company’s regional chief declared Leapmotor as its main brand for Malaysia in the immediate future. Stellantis, and PSA before this, is synonymous with Peugeot, but the French brand will be taking a back seat for the time being, making […]

Koenigsegg is once again the holder of the 0-400-0 km/h crown after its Jesko Absolut posted a time of 25.21 seconds on August 7, 2025 at an airfield in Örebro, Sweden. This comes just weeks after Rimac announced a month earlier that it managed to set a world record time of 25.79 seconds with the […]

Ketika mengumumkan kerjasama strategik untuk mengintegrasikan teknologi RFID Touch ‘n Go pada Proton X50 dalam satu kenyataan yang dikeluarkan hari ini, Proton turut memberitahu bahawa X50 facelift 2025 kini sudahpun terjual sebanyak 2,000 unit tak sampai sebulan selepas ia dilancarkan pada 24 Julai lalu. Sebelum ini Proton telahpun menyatakan baha

A page on the Ford Malaysia website has displayed a teaser of sorts, suggesting the Malaysian arrival of a new Ford Ranger variant, based on the headlamp DRL that is depicted, while a countdown timer on the site indicates its unveiling later this month. Bringing the phrase “Power Redefined”, this suggests a version of the […]

If you’ve heard of ‘agility’ financing, made popular by premium brands, and wondered if such flexible schemes would one day reach the mass market – here it is. Perodua and Maybank Islamic are partnering up to provide the country’s first Shariah-compliant agility financing plan. Called Perodua Flexiplan, it’s based on Maybank Islamic’s myimpact Driv

The Tesla Model 3 has gained a new variant in China called the Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive, which many media outlets are referring to as the Model 3+ based on the badge seen in a filing with the country’s ministry of industry and information technology (MIIT). Priced at 269,500 yuan (about RM159k), the LR RWD […]

There’s a new special plate series in town – SIS. The special plate series is being issued in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the reign of DYMM Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj, the ninth Sultan of Selangor. SIS stands for Sultan Idris Shah. This silver jubilee celebration series will be open for bidding on […]

Delivery riders with clean traffic records and responsible riding behaviour should be rewarded with lower insurance premiums, transport minister Anthony Loke has said. This approach would promote safer road practices and also reduce claims, benefiting insurers, New Straits Times reported. “If we can make safety a national culture, it’s not just goo

Hyundai Motor Malaysia has announced that it is Selangor Football Club’s official mobility partner for the 2025-2026 football season in Malaysia, just hours before Selangor plays Johor Darul Ta’zim Football Club (official mobility partner: UMW Toyota Motor) tonight in the Malaysia Super League’s first match. “This strategic alliance is a landmark m

Bugatti has unveiled the Brouillard, a one-off creation from the French marque’s Programme Solitaire bespoke vehicles operation that is based in Berlin, Germany. Translating from French as ‘mist’, the Brouillard was named after Ettore Bugatti’s horse which was able to open its own stable door, aided by a mechanism designed by Ettore himself. Set to

The works ministry says that all potholes reported via the MyJalan mobile app have to be fixed within 24 hours. According to deputy works minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, the reported issue would have to be resolved within that time frame, regardless of which jurisdiction the road falls under. “The turnaround time to patch damaged […]

Those familiar with the current MG4 might have gotten quite a bit of a shock looking at the new one that’s just been launched in China. The hatchback’s sporty, jutting design has been replaced by a more rounded look that takes several steps in the direction of the BYD Dolphin and Geely Xingyuan (yes, by […]

This is not an easy piece to write although the premise is simple. Old cars are simply not safe for you and your family. They come nowhere near to modern crash safety standards and any new car, even the cheapest ones on sale today, are light years ahead in occupant safety. For your own sake, […]

Launched in late February, the Jaecoo J7 PHEV is the best-selling plug-in hybrid in Malaysia, with nearly 900 units sold thanks to its attractive price of RM158,800. That’s an impressive figure, but Omoda & Jaecoo Malaysia knows that the buying public is still hesitant about trusting the technology, which is why explaining it will be […]

An online look-up of automotive dealer Hap Seng on Facebook will now reveal that the firm is no longer a dealer for smart electric vehicles in Malaysia. The company’s Facebook page for the EV brand has been renamed to be Hap Seng Automotive, even though the URL continues to reference smart. The smart website for […]

The Federal Highway is set to receive a much-needed upgrade to its motorcycle lanes, with an infusion of RM20 million coming its way, according to The Star. Works minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said the investment, part of an ongoing effort to enhance motorcycle safety, is in line with Rolling Plan 5 under the 12th Malaysia […]

The third-generation Volkswagen Touareg may have only been launched in Malaysia last year, but globally the nameplate already looks to be headed the way of the dodo. Autocar reports that the mass market-badged premium SUV is set to be discontinued next year with no successor planned, citing company insiders. Wolfsburg’s impending move will draw a [

Hyundai has launched the facelifted Ioniq 6 in its home market of South Korea, three months after unveiling the car in April. The release was accompanied by full specifications of the refreshed electric sedan, revealing some significant mechanical changes. While the motors themselves have been left well alone – the lineup continues to consist of [&

It looks like Omoda & Jaecoo Malaysia still has some big new launches planned, despite already debuting the Jaecoo J7 PHEV and J8 over the past eight months. The company is holding the Omoda & Jaecoo Carnival at Desa Park City from August 21 to 24, and a seemingly innocuous promo image reveals some surprising […]

According to reports by CarNewsChina, Neta Auto has resumed full salary payments at its Tongxiang plant in China. This marks a step towards the brand restarting operations as it navigates a bankruptcy restructuring. As part of the restructuring process, Hozon New Energy, the parent company of Neta Auto, released a public notice on August 4 [&hellip

It was with some trepidation paultan.org attended the 2025 Harley-Davidson D.R.T. (Dirt. Road. Track.) at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC). The last time we rode the range of H-D Softtails in Antequera, Spain, just days before Covid-19 changed the world, reminded us despite many promises, Harleys remained… well… Harleys. Change was n

Click to enlarge PLUS users, especially those who ply the southern part of the North South Highway, take note. PLUS has announced that there will be road diversion in stages from at KM166.79 to KM168.26 between the Bukit Gambir and Tangkak exits. This is for both directions, towards KL and JB, and will start from […]

New entry to the Malaysian adventure scooter market is the 2025 Keeway XDV180, priced at RM9,388 recommended retail. Now available at all authorised Mforce dealerships nationwide, the XDV180 EVO comes in three colour options – Grey, Black and White – while a two-year or 20,000 km mileage warranty is offered against manufacturing defects. Power for

Bridgestone Malaysia has launched the Bridgestone Turanza 6, the brand’s flagship touring tyre that effectively replaces the Turanza T005A that we first tested in 2018. The well-balanced T005A has been a popular OE pick, factory-fitted on cars from the Perodua Ativa (very generous of P2) to the Toyota Camry and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. […]

The ASEAN Toyota Yaris Cross has had something of a quiet existence since it was revealed back in 2023, but more than two years later, it has finally been crash tested by ASEAN NCAP. The B-segment SUV has received a solid five-star rating in Indonesian-spec guise, matching rivals like the Nissan Kicks, Mitsubishi Xforce, Chery […]

Officially launched in Malaysia is the 2025 QJMotor SRV600V cruiser, priced at RM33,888. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and there are three colour options – Silver, Sky Black (Matte) and Night Black – while a two-year unlimited mileage warranty is offered against manufacturing defects. Power for the SRV600V comes from

The roads surrounding the twin peaks of Doi Suthep and Doi Pui in Chiang Mai, Thailand are lovely to drive on, offering a mix of technical corners and elevation changes. With the right car, tackling the route that circles around the twin peaks makes for a great driving experience. Thankfully, we have the right cars, […]

The government has reiterated plans to revive the stalled Maju Expressway extension (MEX II), with the central agency currently finalising discussions with parties appointed by the project’s sukuk holders to determine the best way to complete the highway’s construction. According to works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, the discussions

After four decades of the Suzuki GSX-R superbike, the latest iteration is now released, the 2026 Suzuki GSX-R1000R M6. Drawing on 15 FIM Endurance World Championship titles, the GSX-R1000R is now fully compliant with the latest emissions and noise regulations. This is achieved through the use of electronic control systems, and the ride experience i

The upcoming Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) Shah Alam Line was 99.21% complete as of July 10 and is expected to meet the September 30 start of its operations. Transport minister Anthony Loke, who previously indicated this back in February, reiterated the numbers in a written parliamentary reply yesterday. He said this in response to […]

KTM has announced the addition of two extra ETS train services for the upcoming holiday season, which will include public holidays (Merdeka Day, Maulidur Rasul and Hari Malaysia, plus the bonus September 15 date announced by the PM recently) and term break school holidays. The extra services are for the KL Sentral – Padang Besar […]

2025 Maserati MCPura The previously cancelled battery-electric version of the Maserati MC20 – since facelifted to be the MCPura – could be revived and brought to market if there is sufficient customer demand for it, Autocar has reported. Known initially as the MC20 Folgore, the electric version of the mid-rear-engined sports car could still go [&he

Following InDrive’s announcement earlier today that it has officially received confirmation from the transport ministry (MoT) and the land public transport agency (APAD) that it could continue operations in Malaysia, ride-hailing provider Maxim has announced the same. In a statement, the company said authorities have given the green light for the c

Isuzu Malaysia has announced that its D-Max pick-up truck remains the second best-selling model (behind the obvious market leader, the Toyota Hilux) in the one-tonne segment for the first half of the year. The company sold 3,081 vehicles over the past six months – mainly driven by strong demand in the first quarter – for […]

Teased earlier this month, the Honda N-One e: has been revealed in Japan, bringing the electric powertrain of the N-Van e: to a passenger car. Notably, this little tyke forms the basis of the Super EV Concept that made its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed before being shown at the ongoing Gaikindo Indonesia […]

The mayor of Petaling Jaya, Zahri Samingon, says that the PJ city council (MBPJ) supports the Selangor state government’s decision to privatise the city’s parking system, as it is a policy approved by the state executive council. However, several conditions must be met before it can be implemented, he said. Among these is that the […]

With the ‘Turun Anwar’ rally taking place this Saturday (July 26, 2025), the police have announced that several major roads in Kuala Lumpur are expected to be affected by traffic diversions tomorrow. As reported by The Star and NST, acting Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad said the rally is set to […]

In conjunction with the 2025 Art of Speed at MAEPS, Serdang, Selangor, the 2025 Harley-Davidson (H-D) cruiser range had its official Malaysian launch, with pricing starting from RM119,900. This year’s line-up comprises of the Street Bob (RM119,900), Heritage Classic (RM143,900), the Breakout (RM146,900), the Fat Boy (RM149,900), the Low Rider S (RM

New entry into the Malaysian scooter market is the 2025 Moda Shifter 400X, priced at RM23,888 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. Two colour options are offered, Ninja Black and Ultra White, with stock available at any Moda dealership. Assembled in Malaysia under MDua Motor, the Shifter 400X comes with a four-valve, single-cylinder, SOH

Spy images of the iCar (we know the brand as iCaur in Malaysia) V27 without camouflage have been revealed by Inside China Auto on X/Twitter, offering a better look at the exterior details of the SUV that was teased in May, ahead of its planned debut in the fourth quarter of this year. Here, the […]

You may have seen a notice purportedly issued by KTM circulating on social media today, informing of a service termination at the Bank Negara and Kuala Lumpur stations tomorrow from 9am to 5pm, with Komuter trains supposedly not stopping at the two stops during this period. The occasion? The Himpunan Turun Anwar rally held by […]

The sixth-generation Subaru Forester has been launched in Indonesia, where it is offered in a sole 2.5i-S EyeSight variant priced at 735.5 million rupiah (about RM190k). That makes the latest Forester, which was first revealed back in November 2023, more expensive than the Mazda CX-5 (from 647.7 million rupiah or RM167k) but cheaper than the [&hell

We’ve seen spyshots of the car since 2023 and have seen it uncovered and up close for the better part of two months now. Now, finally, the facelifted Proton X50 has been launched in Malaysia, the culmination of a near month-long teaser period. This new model has quite a job on its hands, what with […]

Chery’s Lepas sub-brand has made its first overseas debut at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), just a few months after its official unveiling in April. Three SUVs were presented at the event, with the first confirmed to go on sale in Indonesia being the L8, which is already being assembled in China. […]

It is Wednesday, which means it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, and the finance ministry has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week, of July 24 to 30, 2025. This time around, there is no change in the retail prices of fuels, each remaining as […]

Lexus Japan has announced some minor updates for the LM, with the updated luxury MPV set to go on sale there from August 1 this year. Available only with the LM 500h powertrain, the model can be had as either a four-seater (Executive) priced at 20.1 million yen (about RM578k), or six-seater (Version L) at […]

Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) sedang mempertimbangkan untuk mewajibkan penggunaan kamera papan pemuka (dashcam) dalam semua kenderaan pengangkutan awam. Menurut Penolong Pengarah Operasi JPJ, Mohd Alifarihan Abdullah, dashcam merupakan satu cadangan yang baik memandangkan peraturan sedia ada hanya mewajibkan pemasangan sistem GPS bagi kenderaan

The benefits of electric vehicles are myriad, not least through the savings which are otherwise expended in fuel, however the purchase of a vehicle remains one of largest financial commitments one will make. Financing is therefore a significant reality in vehicle purchases for most, and to that end RHB is on location at the 2025 […]

The paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) 2025 is in full swing, currently happening at Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) from 9am to 7pm. One of the big displays at the show is the Mercedes-Benz booth, organised by Hap Seng Star and featuring the latest and greatest models from the Three-pointed Star. Front and centre […]

The paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), which is co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank is going at full swing at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). As usual, visitors can expect plenty of great deals on new and pre-owned premium vehicles at the event, which runs from 9am to 7pm today and tomorrow, July […]

A surprise preview at the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) is the Denza Z9 GT, which is being opened to the public for the first time. Officials at the show say that the car, first seen at the launch of the D9 MPV earlier this year, is planned to be launched in Malaysia in […]

Another day, another round of spyshots of the upcoming 2025 Proton Saga MC3 – this time thanks to reader J Phuah, who saw a pair of them on a highway. Nothing much we haven’t already seen before, although a frontal close-up clearly shows the Ethereal Bow and a concave grille. Here’s what we know so […]

Rapid KL On-Demand vans have been doing a good job connecting commuters to and from their homes to train stations, bridging the so-called first and last mile. So far, the stations are LRT and MRT ones within the Prasarana family, but lately, the vans have also been serving train stations outside of its network. Now, […]

Just a couple more days more before the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) takes place, with the show, co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, set to run from July 19-20 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) from 9am to 7pm on both days. While visitors to PACE 2025 can expect plenty of incredible […]

The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) yesterday revealed some stats on vehicle sales in Malaysia for the first half of 2025 (1H 2025) broken down by segments. A total of 347,084 passenger vehicles were sold in the country from January to June (-3% year-on-year, or YoY). Unsurprisingly, SUVs are up 4.8% YoY (99,891 vs 95,307 units), […]

Tesla has released a teaser of an upcoming “Tesla Model Y L” via its Tesla China Weibo account. The teaser shows the side profile of a Model Y, as well as a rear model badge with a slightly different design, a sort of triple shadow version of the Y which could perhaps signify 3 rows […]

The BYD Seagull will be known as the Atto 1 when it goes on sale in Indonesia, according to a post on the BYD Indonesia Facebook group. Known as the Dolphin Mini in international markets, the Seagull instead takes the Dolphin Surf name in the United Kingdom and Europe. Indonesia is the latest right-hand-drive market […]

The paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, is happening this weekend at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) on July 19 and 20, from 9am to 7pm. This is the place to be for truly attractive deals on new and pre-owned premium automobiles. As co-sponsor of the event, Carro […]

You’ve seen the new third-gen C178 Mercedes-Benz CLA, you know for now it’s an EV, you know 48-volt mild-hybrid versions will come later, and you know the class opens with CLA 250+ and CLA 350 4Matic variants, both with the tedious ‘with EQ Technology‘ tag to signify electric propulsion. Now it’s CLA Shooting Brake time. […]

After hinting at a new model arrival via a couple of teaser posts earlier this month, BYD Cars Malaysia has officially revealed the identity of the next vehicle it will launch, and as surmised, it’s the BYD Atto 2, complete with Carpy, the capybara mascot, in tow. In a post made on its Facebook and […]

Mazda recently revealed the third-generation CX-5, which brings with it some notable changes from the outgoing model. New exterior aside, the interior of the C-segment SUV has been overhauled and comes with a lot fewer physical controls than before – even the rotary selector dial is gone. This is thanks to the large touchscreen on […]

The road transport department’s (JPJ) June numbers are out, and positions one to seven are unchanged from May – Perodua (22,328 units, its lowest monthly sales so far this year), Proton (10,638), Toyota (9,946), Honda (4,495), Jaecoo (1,609), BYD (1,045) and Mitsubishi (888, its lowest monthly sales so far this year). Tesla was eighth in […]

As it was in May, June saw BYD retain its position as Malaysia’s best selling EV brand, with data from the road transport department (JPJ) revealing 1,045 units from the brand being registered last month. Proton sold 604 units, which was good enough to nudge it back into second spot ahead of Tesla, which recorded […]

Not long to go until the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, returns – the 2025 instalment is happening in just a week’s time on July 19 and 20 at Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC), from 9am to 7pm. You’d think that there are only cars at the show, […]

There’s just over a week to go before the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), which is co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, makes its way back to the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC), with the event set to take place this July 19-20 from 9am to 7pm on both days. As usual, this year’s […]

JPJ has released the latest vehicle registration data for June 2025, so here’s the top 20 best-selling models last month and cumulatively for the first six months of this year, which completes the first half of 2025. Of course, the 1H 2025 podium is a Perodua clean sweep. Old but gold sales phenomenon Bezza sits […]

Two years after the debut of the Ioniq 5 N, Hyundai has finally revealed the next chapter of its go-faster N division. You’re looking at the brand new Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, which takes the performance of the sleek electric sedan and dials it up to 11. As expected, this car gets all the goodness […]

The Mazda CX-5 is, alongside the MX-5, arguably Hiroshima’s most important model, so any new version of its best-seller is a big deal for the company. This new third-generation C-segment SUV finally makes its debut eight years after its predecessor, and while it looks vaguely similar to the last one, the samey design hides a […]

Bentley has unveiled the EXP 15, a tall-riding fastback three-door design concept that is intended to hint at cues that will be worn by the British marque’s first fully-electric production model that is set for unveiling next year. Said to draw inspiration from its 1930 three-seater Speed Six, nicknamed “Blue Train”, the EXP 15 embodies […]

2025 Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 Hybrid CSH At long last, the Chery Tiggo Cross has been officially launched in Malaysia. This comes following two previews – first at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow and a second time near the end of June. Safe to say the arrival of the between-A-and-B-segment SUV has been heralded for some […]

Honda has joined a growing number of carmakers reevaluating their electrification plans, cancelling a three-row electric SUV aimed at the North American market. The death of the car, which was set to compete with the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9, comes as part of recently-announced plans to scale back the development of pure electric […]

The on-again, off-again Trump tariffs on foreign-made goods are now back on again, as US president Donald Trump will reinstate a 25% tariff on products produced in Malaysia from August 1, Malay Mail has reported. In a letter sent to Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar – ostensibly billed as an invitation to participate in […]

Something new is cooking, so says the BYD Cars Malaysia Facebook page. This should be in reference to the BYD Atto 2 that was teased, albeit not directly, given the attendant capybara in the imagery, following the prior capybara mention from the brand’s communication registrations of interest for the EV. First unveiled in February 2024 […]

Proton has reported sales of 11,069 units in June 2025, which is a slight year-on-year increase from the 10,999 units it did in the same month last year. June completes the first half of the year, and the 1H 2025 year-to-date total is 72,156 units. Proton typically does not give context or percentage figures when […]

The new BMW M2 CS (based on the second-generation G87 model) has managed to lap the 20.823-km Nurburgring in a record 7:25.25 minutes. Set by BMW M development driver Jorg Weidinger on April 11 prior to the debut of the M2 CS at the end of May this year, the time beat the previous record […]

Road diversions in Kuala Lumpur will be carried out in stages from July 8 to 11, in conjunction with the 58th ASEAN foreign ministers meeting and related meetings, Bukit Aman traffic enforcement and investigation department (JSPT) director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri has said in a statement. Prior to the official start to the […]

2025 Honda Vario 125 Blue Getting two new colour schemes in Malaysia is the 2025 Honda Vario 125 scooter, with pricing unchanged from 2024 at RM7,268. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and the 2025 Vario scooter is available in all Honda Impian X dealers nationwide from July 5. The two new […]

The 2025 Proton X50 facelift (or all-new, according to Proton) is now open for booking. First 10,000 customers will also receive a RM1,000 cash rebate, exclusive “Gempak Deal” that will be revealed at the official launch, as well as a special edition Touch ‘n Go card. As usual, the actual prices will only be unveiled […]

BYD Sime Motors looks like it could be introducing a new BYD model in Malaysia in the near future, with the company putting out a “coming soon” teaser post on its BYD Cars Malaysia Instagram page. There’s no real clue as to what’s heading our way though, as some generated paw prints and a cryptic […]

We’re now just two weeks away from the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, which returns to its home at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) on July 19 and 20 from 9am to 7pm. Of course, no premium car show would be complete without Mercedes-Benz, and this year, […]

We’ve been waiting a surprising long time for the next Hyundai N performance EV, but that time is finally almost upon us. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has been teased again as its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed nears, exactly two years after the Ioniq 5 N. The sole image provided gives us […]

The Jaecoo J8 is set to be officially launched in Malaysia on July 18, Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia has announced in a Facebook post. The confirmed launch date comes after the D-segment SUV was shown in a number of previews, most recently in March, after its first right-hand-drive prototype showing in June 2024. The J8 is […]

The road transport department (JPJ) will be carrying out undercover enforcement to ensure compliance in seatbelt use among tour bus and express bus drivers and passengers, Bernama has reported. The tactic by the department enables immediate compound action to be taken against drivers and passengers who fail to comply with seatbelt regulations, said

The warning issued by the road transport department (JPJ) to blacklist those who fail to settle any compoundable summonses within a stipulated period isn’t just limited to Malaysian motorists. It was earlier announced that motorists issued with AWAS summonses will be given a 60-day grace period from July 1 to settle their fines. This will […

Full enforcement of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) for Singaporean vehicles entering Malaysia began yesterday, but some Singaporeans still face issues linking their RFID tags to the Touch ‘n Go app, reports Bernama, who spoke to some of them at the Danga Bay VEP centre. According to the news agency, Singaporeans were lining up as […]

Siri perlumbaan GT terulung dari Jepun, iaitu Autobacs Super GT pusingan ketiga bagi musim 2025 sudahpun berlangsung dengan jayanya di Litar Antarabangsa Petronas Sepang hujung minggu lalu. Nampaknya rakyat Malaysia betul-betul ‘lepas rindu’ terhadap perlumbaan yang menghilang di Sepang selama 12 tahun ini kerana menurut pemegang hak dan promoter u

Click to enlarge Take note, KL-Seremban Highway users. There will be a temporary closure at the Sg Besi toll where the BHPetrol station is, from midnight on July 2 till 5am the next morning (July 3). The closure will apply to both directions at KM 309.7, from Sg Besi toll to Bangi and from Bangi […]

After a worryingly long lull in new product launches, Nissan seems to have rediscovered its mojo. Hot on the heels of the new Leaf is the third generation of the company’s pioneering e-Power hybrid system, which made its debut in the Qashqai SUV in Europe. While looking very much identical to the facelifted model revealed […]

Rapid KL On-Demand vans have been doing a good job connecting commuters to and from their homes to train stations, bridging the so-called first and last mile. So far, the stations are LRT and MRT ones within the Prasarana family, but lately, the vans have also been serving train stations outside of its network. From […]

Super GT is back in Malaysia this weekend, kicking off today at Sepang International Circuit and running until Sunday, June 28. It seems that everyone is excited for the return of Japan’s top sports car race series – so much so that even the road transport department (JPJ) used the event as an opportunity to […]

Unlike the 46th ASEAN Summit held in May, there will be no road closures in Kuala Lumpur for the upcoming ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AFMM) and related meetings that will be held in the capital this July 8 to 11. This was indicated by government spokesman and Minister of Communications Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, as reported […]

Prasarana and Touch ‘n Go have announced that the My50 monthly unlimited travel pass can be activated and renewed through the Touch ‘n Go eWallet mobile application from July 1 this year. This is part of the Malaysian government’s direction in digitalising public transport systems, said transport minister Anthony Loke. This digitalisation of the My

This, if you can believe it, will be entering Mercedes-Benz showrooms in the not-too-distant future. You’re looking at Mercedes-AMG’s new Concept AMG GT XX which, as the name suggests, will preview a production version of the AMG GT 4-Door‘s successor. But whereas that car can be had with a range of combustion and plug-in hybrid […]

Yes, folks, the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) is back, with the 2025 edition – which is co-sponsored by Carro – set to take place this July 19-20 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC), running from 9am to 7pm on both days. As with previous outings, PACE 2025 will once again offer the […]

Chery Malaysia today previewed the Tiggo Cross to members of the media – you saw the 1.5 Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) version at last month’s Malaysia Autoshow 2025; now we bring you more photos of that as well as the non-hybrid 1.5 turbo variant, seen here for the first time. Both variants will be locally-assembled […]

The Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology was launched earlier today and is the star of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s luxury showcase taking place at Raintree Plaza, The Exchange TRX from June 27-29, 2025. LINK: Book your slot to ensure priority access and a seamless entry experience. To create its first-ever electric G-Class, Mercedes-Benz equipped the

Proton telah melengkapkan empat perjanjian usahasama dan juga dua perjanjian teknikal antara beberapa vendornya di Malaysia dan pembekal-pembekal komponen Geely dari China untuk meningkatkan lagi penghasilan komponen-komponen secara tempatan di sini. Menerusi sesi kali ini, vendor berpengalaman Proton iaitu Delloyd Technology Bhd telah menandatanga

Distributor of GAC vehicles in Malaysia, WTC Automotif (WTCA) has announced that local assembly of the GAC Emkoo has started at the Segambut assembly plant, ahead of its planned market introduction in the third quarter of this year. This makes the Emkoo the second GAC model to be locally assembled at the facility, after the […]

The road transport department (JPJ) has seized 101 luxury vehicles that have been linked to various traffic offences. During the course of the nationwide operation, called Ops Luxury, the department hauled an assortment of vehicles from various brands such as Porsche, Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Lotus, BMW and Mercedes-Benz. These vehicles were

Amidst today’s launch of the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan (PTKL) 2040, described by prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as the Kuala Lumpur City Hall‘s (DBKL) most comprehensive plan ever, mayor Maimunah Sharif has said that the plan aims for 70% of the city’s residents to be using public transport by 2040, reports Free Malaysia […]

Alongside the facelifted Tucson, the newly-formed Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) is also previewing the new Santa Fe today. Not to be confused with the facelifted fourth-generation model launched only last September, the car you see here is the completely redesigned fifth-gen seven-seater SUV that brings with it a radically different styling and a su

Additional signage prohibiting motorcyclists from entering the Udini Underpass on Jalan Masjid Negeri in Penang have been installed, according to a Facebook post by Seri Delima memeber of the Penang state legislative assembly Connie Tan. The additional signposts and road markings supplement the existing rule prohibiting motorcyclists travelling alo

Passengers taking international flights at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) will be able to move via train between terminals from July 1 when the new Aerotrain service officially resumes operation. Transport minister Anthony Loke confirmed that the Aerotrain will begin running again at the start of July, the Malay Mail reports. He said

A prototype 2025 Proton X50 facelift has been sighted with a revised front camo that’s thinner on the disguise, revealing a new front face that seems inspired by the Geely Binyue L. These new spyshots were posted to the paultan.org FB group by reader Hadri Jeffrey. We previously already guessed that the new X50 facelift […]

TNB has announced the new electricity tariffs from July 2025. There has been a major change in how the bill is calculated for domestic users which we will be covering in this story. There are five components or “charges” to calculating your bill: Generation charge – 27.03 sen/kWh for usage under 1,500 kWh a month […]

Being re-introduced into Malaysia is Indian Motorcycle, during a brand launch event in Petaling Jaya. Indian Motorcycle was previously distributed under Naza, and for a short time under another distributor, before landing with current Malaysian distributor Spirit Lake Motor. Shown during the launch was a range of Indian Motorcycle’s current lineup,

Revealed earlier this month, the Geely Galaxy A7 has been given a proper debut in China, described as a “global family sedan.” With the event came some official details about the plug-in hybrid powertrain, which has been upgraded over the one in the Galaxy Starship 7 SUV. While ostensibly being the same efficiency-focused EM-i system, […]

The way residential users will be charged for electricity in Malaysia is set to undergo a major change, with the energy commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga, or ST) having announced earlier today that the average base electricity tariff in Peninsular Malaysia will be increased from the current 39.95 sen/kWh to 45.4 sen/kWh from July 1, 2025. The [&hellip

Here’s something a little different for a change – Lada has unveiled the Azimut, its first new model in decades and the first since Renault sold its 63% share back to Russia for one ruble (five sen). This is a totally ‘by Russia for Russia’ affair, since things are a little complicated geopolitically at present. […]

MG Motor Malaysia is having a mid-year promotion featuring the MG5 and MG4 models. The MG5 is a C-segment sedan with a B-segment price (MG Malaysia calls it a B) while the MG4 is a sharp-suited EV in a sea of bulbous, cutesy battery-powered cars. The MG5 is being offered with a RM7,000 discount, which […]

The Malaysian government will prioritise the repairs of critically damaged roads as it would cost RM4 billion to repair all damaged roads in the country, reported Bernama. “We already have complete data on the dangerous roads and the financial requirements. If we were to repair them all at once, we would need RM4 billion. Since […]

The Volvo ES90, which was revealed in March, has been slated for Malaysia, with the all-electric sedan set to make its way here sometime in early 2026. However, unlike the SUV equivalent, with the new EX90 and facelifted XC90 offering Malaysian buyers alternatives in terms of powertrain choices, the ES90 will fly the sedan flag […]

Audi has backtracked on its decision to end the development and sale of models powered by internal combustion engines in 2033, and the German manufacturer now has no fixed date for ending plans for its ICE-powered models, reported Autocar. Earlier in 2021, then-CEO Markus Duesmann was quoted by a German news outlet as saying that […]

Ford talked a very big game about its new Ranger Super Duty in April, but it did not release much in the way of specs, preferring to disclose them later in the year. Well, that time has come, and it’s safe to say the ex-factory work truck is throwing a few surprises. As expected, the […]

Here’s a surprise – Honda is presenting the Super EV Concept, a thinly-veiled look at a production electric A-segment hatch, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from July 10 to 13. The new car will sit at the opposite end to the 0 SUV and appears to draw plenty of design inspiration from the dearly-departed […]

This is the new Xpeng G7 EV SUV, a longer-than-G6 Tesla Model Y– and Zeekr 7X-fighter that’s just opened for pre-sale in China from 235,800 yuan (RM139k), as reported by Car News China, which also posted these photos. Measuring 4,892 mm long (+139 mm over G6), 1,925 mm wide (+5) and 1,655 mm tall (+5), […]

PLUS has announced that three additional lanes have been opened at the Rawang Selatan toll plaza (Exit 115). The new lanes, which are accessed through a slip lane, are aimed at improving traffic flow at the plaza, especially for motorists heading towards Gamuda Gardens and Kundang. In a statement, the toll concessionaire said that the […]

The Kejara driving license demerit points system has failed and needs to be overhauled, said Malaysian transport minister Anthony Loke. While the Kejara demerit points system continues to be active, the system has not been functioning as intended. This is because the demerit points are only deducted for an offence when the summons is settled, [&hel

The transport ministry has announced that the use of speed limit device (SLD) will be mandatory for all heavy vehicles in Malaysia, with enforcement set to begin on October 1 for all heavy vehicles registered after January 1, 2015. For vehicles registered before January 1, 2015, enforcement will begin from January 1, 2026, while vehicles […]

Porsche Holding Salzburg (PHS) has announced the appointment of Renate Noessler as the managing director of PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM) and Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM). Together with co-managing director Kurt Leitner, Noessler will steer PHSAM and the Audi brand, and also further expand Volkswagen’s position in the Malaysian marke

New Energy Asia (NEA) has been formed as a joint venture between Hicom Engineering and Hangzhou Flash Charging (HFC) for the distribution rights to charging equipment in the Malaysian and Asean markets. Hangzhou Flash Charging (HFC) is a subsidiary of Lotus Technology, and New Energy Asia will distribute its portfolio of EV charging equipment curre

PLUS Malaysia and Yinson GreenTech Malaysia (YGT), through their respective subsidiaries Terra PLUS and Green EV Charge, have announced the signing of a joint venture agreement to develop and operate integrated retail and electrical vehicle charging hubs at selected locations along the North-South Expressway (NSE). This follows on the MoU signed ba

The Subaru Rex is now available as a hybrid in Japan, with two variants (G Hybrid and Z Hybrid) offered here, priced between 2,216,500 and 2,608,100 yen (about RM66k and RM77k). For context, the non-hybrid variants are priced at 1,910,700 yen (RM57k) for the base G, and 2,274,500 yen (RM67k) for the higher-spec Z. The […]

West Coast Expressway (WCE) telah mengumumkan bahawa kutipan tol bagi Jajaran Seksyen 2, yang menghubungkan Persimpangan Bertingkat Lebuhraya Lembah Klang Selatan (SKVE) ke Persimpangan Bertingkat Lebuhraya Shah Alam (KESAS), akan bermula jam 12.01 tengah malam ini, 13 Jun 2025 (Jumaat). Menurut pengendali lebuhraya ini, kutipan tol akan dilaksanak

Hello from MY BMW World 2025, which is like BMW Malaysia’s very own motor show. Here at Sentul Depot, you’ll find everything BMW, from EVs to M cars and everything in between. Plenty of new metal too, and we’ll kick off the string of launch reports with the second-generation 2 Series Gran Coupe (2GC). The […]

I was wrong about the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. When the original 2GC was launched in Malaysia in 2020, this writer thought: Who would buy a small BMW sedan that isn’t a 3 Series? And one that’s nowhere as good looking as the icon, too. That initial impression was born from a soft spot […]

With Father’s Day coming up, it’s time to swap capes and Be Your Dad’s hero and surprise him with an extraordinary experience, only with BYD Sime Motors. From June 14-15, 2025, you can stand to win VIP tickets to Jacky Cheung’s 60+ Concert Tour in Kuala Lumpur when you visit any BYD showroom. To participate, […]

Kementerian Pengangkutan (MOT) akan membangkitkan isu keselamatan dan membincangkan langkah segera yang boleh diambil untuk menambahbaik Lebuh Raya Timur-Barat (JRTB) pada mesyuarat Jemaah Menteri esok, laporan The Sun. Menterinya, Anthony Loke berkata, kementeriannya memandang serius nahas membabitkan bas sewa khas yang mengorbankan 15 nyawa pelaj

Quill Automobiles has opened its new BMW body and paint (B&P) centre located in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, with the aim of improving aftersales excellence. The B&P features a workshop space spread across 15,625 square feet as well as an additional 6,397 square feet of office space. The former houses 10 dedicated repair bays, two spray [&helli

In what appears to be a Proton presentation slide posted to Facebook, the national carmaker looks set to launch the latest iteration of the Saga. This would be what’s likely to be the MC3 facelift, however the presentation slide shows that Proton calls the car “all-new”, and thus considers this to be a new-generation model. […]

Polyphony Digital, the creators of the Gran Turismo video game series, has announced a collaboration with Xiaomi that will see the SU7 Ultra be added to Gran Turismo 7 in a future update. The SU7 (‘SU’ stands for ‘Speed Ultra’, in case you’re wondering), was first revealed in China in December 2023 before going on […]

Starting today till June 9, Malaysian police will conduct Ops Lancar, focusing on traffic movement and road safety. According to Senior DCP Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri, director of Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department (JSPT) Bukit Aman, the operation will involve 1,858 police personnel. Traffic hot spots nationwide will be monito

According to a report by Bernama, the road transport department (JPJ) has opened an investigation paper on the lorry company involved in recent fatal accident which claimed the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak. JPJ senior director (enforcement) Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan revealed the investigation was being con

Sime Motors has expanded its network of Denza dealerships with the opening of a new showroom located in Old Klang Road. Spanning 8,165 square feet, the new facility features a display area capable of accommodating six vehicles as well as five service work bays to meet the aftersales requirements of customers. There is also a […]

A new era of premium electric mobility lands, as Denza opens its new location in Old Klang Road. More than merely a showroom, the new Denza location is the latest destination for the electrified lifestyle. Peruse the modern customer lounge, offering a premium space for relaxation as you explore all that the Denza brand has […]

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has received two of 10 Electric Train Service (ETS) train sets as part of an acquisition exercise worth RM400 million, and these are expected to be gradually deployed for operation from next year, Bernama has reported. Both of the new ETS train sets are currently undergoing testing and commissioning, and [&hellip

Transport minister Anthony Loke will provide an update on the status of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) aerotrain next week, The Star reports. The service has been suspended since March 2023 after several breakdowns, following which it was announced that upgrading works would take place. Loke said the media would be invited for a [&he

The current, sixth-generation (FL5) Honda Civic Type R will no longer be sold in Europe after 2025, as it doesn’t comply with the stricter Euro 6e-bis emissions standard that is set to come into effect in early 2026. To mark the end of sales of the hot hatch in the Old Continent, the automaker has […]

Transport minister Anthony Loke has said the findings of the investigation into recent fatal crash that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel will be presented to the cabinet next week, The Star reports. “The preliminary report from the special task force will be tabled at the post-cabinet meeting next week. We have given the […]

The ministry of transport has ordered Prasarana to enhance safety measures in place at all light rail transit (LRT) stations, including the installation of passenger safety doors, reported New Straits Times. This is to prevent a recurrence of incidents such as the one involving a Taiwan national who died after falling on to the LRT […]

Click to enlarge Perodua is having a June 2025 promo for the Ativa and Aruz from now till June 30. The compact turbocharged SUV can be yours with RM1,000 cash rebate, while the high-riding seven-seater MPV is being offered with a RM4,000 discount, which is RM500 more than April’s Raya offer. Launched in March 2021, […]

After its preview at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow, the Proton eMas 5 has now been spotted undergoing testing on public roads. Spotted by paultan.org reader Amar in Melaka, the brand’s second electric vehicle (EV) is seen here with monochrome camouflage instead of the colourful one at last month’s event. Amar also pointed out that the […]

Click to enlarge Yes, it’s mid year already! It feels like we just started 2025 but Honda Malaysia’s ‘Level Up Deals’ promo for June 2025 reminds us that it’s now half time. This month, HM is offering up to RM10,000 off, and they’re all freshly made 2025 stock. All CKD models are included in the […]

I begin with a question: is there a point in slapping a performance badge on an EV these days, when even in base form, so many of them boast sub-four second acceleration times? Will hallowed performance sub-brands of legacy carmakers mean anything to Generations Z and Alpha, or are they really just for old fogies […]

GWM Malaysia has announced the launch of its new 3S showroom in Melaka to cater to customers in the state. With a built-up area of 3,949 square feet, the facility features a vehicle display area and customer lounge designed to reflect the brand’s latest retail experience. Additionally, there are two service bays to meet aftersales […]