Subaru distributor Motor Image Malaysia held the Subaru Track Day 2025 event at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit on Sunday, where a total of 185 Subaru owners took to the circuit in their vehicles. The Subaru parade drive saw the aforementioned 185 Subaru vehicles circulate the 5.5 km-long circuit all at once, and the track […]

Toyota has announced it will begin producing the GR Corolla in the United Kingdom starting in 2026. According to the Japanese automaker, preparations at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK (TMUK) actually began in 2024, with the first unit of the hot hatch set to roll off the line next year. TMUK’s Burnaston plant in Derbyshire […]

The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project is on schedule to reach 90% completion by December this year, reported Bernama. The 665 km-long rail infrastructure project had recorded progress at 82.45% as of April 2025, said Malaysia Rail Link (MRL) CEO Datuk Seri Darwis Abdul Razak. “Progress currently stands at 89% in Kelantan, 91% in […]

Perodua has filed a trademark application for QV-E name and logo with the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO), as sighted by local automotive news site CarPlus. The QV-E logo sighted here wears blue accents, partially on the ‘Q’ and on the ‘E’ in its entirety, the colour typically used to signify electrification, or otherwise [&he

The land public transport agency (APAD) has revoked the operating licence of the lorry company involved in the May 13 accident that claimed the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam, Teluk Intan, Bernama reports. In a statement, the agency said the revocation of Tashveen Trading’s operator license is effec

Chery has a new model coming soon, and it’s being teased in a mystery box. There’s no way you can miss the ribboned box in downtown Bukit Bintang, as it’s located in front of Starhill, next to Uniqlo and opposite Pavilion. The box has peep holes and a ‘Guess What’s Inside’ invitation. “Passersby are encouraged […]

Geely has conducted a demonstration of the safety of its Golden Brick EV battery in a crush test, where the battery specified for the Galaxy E5 – twin to the Proton eMas 7 – is subjected to the weight of a 36-tonne ZTZ-59D main battle tank, reported Car News China. The test yielded forces which […]

The government says that a total of RM350 million has been allocated for maintenance works on 563 federal roads in the peninsula this year. According to deputy works minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, RM275 million will be for periodic pavement maintenance work and RM75 million for non-pavement maintenance work. He said that the maintenance work [&h

Alpine has unveiled the A390, its latest electric model after the Renault R5-based A290. The A390 is the brand’s first SUV, and thus is aimed at the likes of the Porsche Macan and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. Measuring 4,615 mm long, 1,885 mm wide and 1,532 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,708 mm, […]

Teased last week, the Realme GT 7 Dream Edition has just been launched in Paris, sitting at the top of the Chinese phone maker’s gaming-focused GT 7 lineup. The limited-run device is the first to stem from a multi-year collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team, coming with a personalised look and the […]

Following a highly successful inaugural outing last year, Volvo Car Malaysia is bringing back the Volvo Padel Open again this year, with the 2025 edition set to introduce new match formats and more categories as the brand continues to champion padel and spur its thriving local padel community. With activities scheduled every weekend from June [&hel

BMW has unveiled official images of the G87-generation M2 CS, an even more performance-focused derivative of the M2 coupé that was updated last year. Shown at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the G87 M2 CS can be seen to wear a more aggressive set of bodywork alterations compared to the ‘regular’ M2, with a front […]

The Madani government will implement the RON 95 subsidy rationalisation as planned, and it will be rolled out in the second half of this year, second finance minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said. The senator said that discussions about RON 95 subsidy rationalisation are still ongoing at the cabinet level to detail the best […]

The Geely Star Wish will be launched in Thailand this year. The five-door hatchback EV, which is called the Geome Xingyuan in China, will also come to Malaysia this year as the Proton eMas 5, as previewed at the recent Malaysia Autoshow 2025. Displayed at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) in March, the […]

Pusat Kajian dan Pembangunan Proton (PRDC) di China kini meraikan ulang tahun pertamanya selepas mula dibuka pada April tahun lalu. Terletak di Hangzhou Bay dalam perkarangan kawasan yang sama dengan Zhejiang Geely Holding (Geely), pusat itu menjadi pelengkap kepada kemudahan R&D Proton yang ada di Malaysia. Kerjasama antara Proton dan Geely se

Oktober tahun lalu Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri menegaskan bahawa ia akan terus mengekalkan sasaran untuk menyiapkan 10,000 pengecas EV di Malaysia menjelang tahun 2025, selari dengan sasaran yang telahpun diumumkan pada 2021 dalam Pelan Pembangunan Mobiliti Rendah Karbon 2021-2030 (LCMB). Menurut timbalan perdana menteri Datuk S

Lotus could offer the Emira with an even larger engine than the supercharged petrol V6 unit that currently serves the model, reported Autocar. “We are currently investigating the feasibility of the V8,” Geely CEO Feng Qingfeng was quoted as saying. The statement came in response to a question from a United States-based dealer who suggested [&hellip

Car-themed phones are pretty rare these days and collaborations with Formula 1 teams are even rarer still. But Realme has done it with the forthcoming GT 7 Dream Edition, which has been developed together with the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team, the latter having signed a multi-year “strategic license agreement” with the Chinese phone maker. […

Today marks the start of the MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) Track Day 2025 which not only serves to celebrate the new JCW models launched in Malaysia recently, but also commemorate the legacy of the JCW brand that is steeped in motorsport. The three-day event (we’ve been told there are still some slots available), which […]

Joining in the CFMoto 800MT in Malaysia is the 2025 CFMoto 800MT-X, launched at a price of RM48,888. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and a two-year, unlimited mileage warranty is provided, while two colours are offered, Zephyr Blue and Nebula Black. Designed for more rugged riding than the 800MT, the 800MT-X […]

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow has justified the state government’s recent RM3.31 million purchase of 15 XV80 Toyota Camry 2.5V sedans for use by the administration, the New Straits Times reports. He said the ninth-gen Camry vehicles were acquired to reduce maintenance costs, because it was widely recognised that vehicles older than five years

The road transport department (JPJ) has announced that it has introduced a new version of the Malaysian driving licence (LMM), which comes with enhanced security features. The card form of the new LMM is being distributed in stages nationwide starting from today, May 21, The Star reports. According to JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, [&

It’s Wednesday, and so it’s time once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, with the ministry of finance having announced retail prices of fuel for the coming week of May 22 to 28, 2025. After dropping three sen last week, the price of RON 97 petrol is up again by three sen, […]

Yes, you read that right – Formula 1 has announced it has struck a partnership with Disney that will see Mickey & Friends make an appearance in the world’s fastest motor racing series next year. And yeah, this writer had to do a double take, too. Before you get the wrong idea, no, Mickey Mouse, […]

Honda has announced that it is lowering its sales targets and scaling back on its investment plans for pure electric vehicles as part of a strategy realignment. The Japanese automaker said that the decision to do so was in light of recent changes in the EV market environment. In its annual business update briefing held […]

The upcoming 2025 Super GT Malaysia Festival will see UMW Toyota Motor and Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia present as title sponsors, as announced by event promoter and rights holder Haro Sports & Entertainment. To be held at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit from June 26 to 28, the Malaysian round of the 2025 Autobacs Super […]

Having attempted to keep us guessing as to which new model it was revealing on May 21 (fat chance), Toyota has finally confirmed that it will indeed be pulling the covers off the new sixth-generation RAV4 this Wednesday. As part of the news, the Japanese giant has released a few more teasers of the car, […]

Honda Malaysia has confidently expressed that it will be able to sell all its allocated volume of the fully-imported Honda e:N1 EV before the import duty and excise duty exemptions for CBU EVs ends on December 31 this year. The B-segment SUV, which was launched yesterday, priced at RM149,900, is a CBU unit built by […]

Skuter yang kami tunjukkan awal kepada anda bulan lalu, iaitu SYM ADXTG 400 kini dilancarkan secara rasmi untuk pasaran Malaysia, dijual pada harga RM29,888 tidak termasuk insurans. SYM memanggil skuter ini sebagai sebuah skuter dengan jatidiri adventure sebenar, membawa beberapa kelebihan seperti enjin satu silinder SOHC 399 cc yang digantung pada

Bersama dengan SYM ADXTG 400, Mforce Bike Holdings Sdn Bhd turut melancarkan sebuah lagi skuter, iaitu daripada jenama QJMotor, AX200S. Ia ditawarkan dalam tiga warna iaitu coklat, biru dan kelabu, pada harga RM7,988 tidak termasuk insurans. Menggerakkan AX200S ini adalah enjin satu silinder SOHC penyejukan cecair, suntikan bahan api 175 cc, bersam

Effective May 19, the Road Transport Department (JPJ) will stop allowing conversion of foreign driving licences to Malaysian licences. In a press statement, JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said this is part of the government’s efforts and commitment to improve road safety, strengthen governance and raise the quality of public service de

The world of Mercedes-Benz combines style, performance and lifestyle, all of which you will experience at the Hap Seng Auto Fest 2025. Whether you’re looking to obtain the keys to your first Mercedes-Benz or considering an upgrade from your current car, the showcase is the perfect place to get yourself a new or pre-owned Mercedes-Benz. […]

Having built cars since 2018, Xpeng has released its first second-generation model, the new P7. Set to replace its flagship P7i, this electric sedan looks even more futuristic than its predecessor, with shades of the Polestar 5 in its design. That much is evident in the fastback-like roofline that stretches all the way to the […]

The Toyota bZ4X has been facelifted for the 2026 model year in the United States, although it’s now simply known as the bZ. Reflecting the changes announced for Europe in March, the new bZ offers more range, revised styling and is expected to arrive at dealerships in the second half of 2025. At launch, the […]

It’s tough being a legacy Japanese carmaker these days, what with a plethora of new models springing forth in every possible manner from Chinese players, swarming the market at speeds that sometimes defy belief. While the fight now looks to be expanding beyond pure electrification, much of the primary battleground remains in the new energy [&hellip

This is the season to appreciate our parents for their decades of love and sacrifice. Or if you’re a parent, and your life is entirely focused on the wellbeing and future of your children, perhaps it’s time for a self reward? Treat yourself to the best family vehicles in the Honda CR-V and Honda HR-V, […]

On display at the Malaysia Auto Show 2025 were the Givi M37.0 Grande helmet and the Ultimo Monolock top case as well as the latest range of Hevik gear designed for hot weather riding. The Ultimo top case comes with a 37-litre capacity, made from 100% polypropylene (PP) plastic. Shaped like aluminium top boxes favoured […]

Here’s something rather interesting – Toyota is rumoured to be evaluating the purchase of struggling Chinese electric vehicle maker Neta in an attempt to shore up its electrification efforts in the Middle Kingdom, IT Home reported. The smaller company has been on the ropes for a while now, with production halted, massive layoffs and seriously [&hel

Launched yesterday at the ongoing Malaysia Autoshow 2025, the GWM Tank 500 HEV has collected 150 bookings in Malaysia since the order books opened on April 14. Not bad at all for a RM329k vehicle. Fully-imported (CBU) from Rayong, Thailand, the seven-seat luxury hybrid 4×4 carries a 244 PS/380 Nm 2.0 litre turbo four-cylinder petrol […]

Malaysia dan pasaran ASEAN lain seperti Thailand sudahpun menerima Toyota Corolla Cross facelift sejak tahun lalu. Namun untuk Corolla Cross GR Sport, rupa luaran versi lebih sporty berkenaan kelihatan masih lagi sama dengan sebelumnya. Terbaharu, Toyota Corolla Cross facelift 2026 didedahkan pula di Eropah. Bagi versi biasa, rupa luaran yang ditam

A year after it was announced, the government’s journey into hydrogen mobility in the Peninsular has finally begun with the launch of its mobile hydrogen refuelling station (MHRS) pilot project in Putrajaya. The launch, held earlier today, was officiated by ministry of science, technology and innovation (MOSTI) minister Chang Lih Kang Chang said th

Jaecoo Malaysia telah mengumumkan ia kini telah dijenamakan semula dan dikenali sebagai Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia. Langkah itu dilakukan bersempena dengan ulang tahun pertama syarikat itu dan sejajar dengan strategi global Chery yang menyaksikan beberapa pasaran menggunapakai jenama ‘Omoda | Jaecoo’. “Pembaharuan jenama ini mencerminkan keyakinan kam

Alongside the Honda CB1000 SP, also unveiled was the 2025 Honda Gold Wing for Malaysia, priced at RM222,888, up from the previous RM212,888. Honda’s grand touring motorcycle comes in two colour options – Eternal Gold and Bordeaux Red Metallic – and pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration. At the heart of the […]

2025 Zontes 368D Shown at the Malaysia Autoshow are the 2025 Zontes 368D and 368E scooters, with estimated pricing from below RM25,000 and RM27,000 respectively. The 368D and 368E join the current model Zontes 368G in Malaysia, which is priced at RM28,800. Styled differently from the more adventure oriented 368G, the 368D and 368E are […]

Perodua is a company that plans everything in detail, and sticks to it. Annual sales records, a vice-like grip of its No.1 position and market share that’s now pushing 45% are testaments to the discipline and efficiency at play in Rawang. Heck, Perodua is now the No.2 carmaker in ASEAN after overtaking Honda in 2024. […]

Amidst all the fresh metal at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 are two Chery vehicles, tucked away in one corner of Hall A at MAEPS. The two units, an all-electric Omoda E5 and Tiggo 8 PHEV, are not part of Chery Malaysia’s displays, but rather part of a taxi showcase at the event. Both the E5, […]

Launched at the Malaysia Auto Show 2025 is the 2025 Yamaha Max scooter, priced at RM24,888. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and there are two colours on offer – grey and red. For the 2025 XMax, changes are mainly cosmetic compared to the 2023 Yamaha Max, with lower ad wider windshield. […]

Chery’s iCaur sub-brand has made its official debut here at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow (MAS 2025). Renamed from iCar for export markets (you’ll see this logo on the left-hand drive display cars), the marque is born from a collaboration between Chery and Xiaomi’s subsidiary Zhimi Technology (also known as Smartmi Tech). At MAS 2025, the […

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) may have teased several special editions for this weekend’s Malaysia Autoshow, but evidently it could not wait that long – so it’s decided to launch all of them today. The one that enthusiasts will be most interested in is undoubtedly the Golf GTI Black Edition which, as the name suggests, […]

Jaecoo Malaysia is introducing a Professional Affiliates Programme (PAP) targeting ‘members of professional bodies and employees of registered companies’. The benefit is straightforward – a discount – and eligibility is wider than what the programme’s name suggests. “Given the positive feedback and requests from corporates and professionals, Jaecoo

The Malaysia Autoshow returns this weekend, and alongside the usual array of new model launches will be a number of “bold concepts” from Perodua. The national carmaker is teasing future-ready smart mobility as the theme of its stand, which is a heavy hint at its forthcoming electrification. It’s no secret the company is planning to […]

There will soon be TNB Electron EV chargers at Hotel Casuarina@Meru in Ipoh. The hotel, which is a subsidiary of Perak Corporation Berhad, has formalised a leasing agreement with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) for the operation of an EV charging station at the former’s premises. TNB will install one 120 kW DC charger with two […]

New colour options for the 2025 Honda ADV160 in Malaysia, with recommended retail pricing at RM13,249 for the standard version. There is also the Honda ADV160 Special Edition priced at RM13,549. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and every ADV160 comes with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects. N

Displayed alongside the facelifted Chery Tiggo 7 at this year’s Auto Shanghai is the larger and also latest Tiggo 8 facelift. Pictured here in plug-in hybrid (PHEV) guise, the SUV you’re looking at appears nearly identical to the Tiggo 8 Pro e+ that was shown at last year’s MITI Day. Visual changes from the current, […]

It’s clear that development of Perodua’s first electric vehicle, the eMO (Electric Motion Online), is progressing at a rate of knots. Just five months after the eMO-II concept was shown at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS), images of the hatchback have surfaced all over social media, with these ones – posted by Meng […]

Thailand is set to revise its excise duty system for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) from next year in what is a move to increase both manufacturing prospects and consumer adoption of such vehicles, with the biggest change being the utilisation of electric driving range as the primary determinant for taxation, The Nation reports. Effective

For years, Lego had been the undisputed champion of car-themed toy bricks, offering licenced, highly-desirable sets at pretty much every price point. Its monopoly has ended, however, because Mattel has launched its new Brick Shop line and its first collection – a collaboration with Hot Wheels – is gunning straight for the enthusiast crowd that [&he

Lepas L8 During this year’s Auto Shanghai, Chery launched its new sub-brand called Lepas that will be introduced in global markets. The name fuses the words ‘leap’ and ‘passion’, so it should be pronounced as ‘leap-pass’ and not ‘le-pas’. Models under the Lepas banner are designed following what the company calls ‘Leopard Aesthetic’. Key cues [&hel

Isuzu has unveiled the production version of the D-Max EV, the battery-electric version of its popular pick-up truck that was shown at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show as the D-Max BEV Concept. This battery-electric, double-cab pick-up truck gets full-time 4WD courtesy of newly-developed drive units on each axle with 43 kW (58 PS) and [&he

At this year’s Auto Shanghai, Chery announced its target to achieve annual global sales of one million vehicles within the next two years. This is part of its ‘Navigating the Future’ global strategy which will see the expansion of its brand portfolio as well as model line-up. In 2024, the company sold 640,000 units overseas, […]

It’s Wednesday, which means it is now time again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, and the ministry of finance has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of May 1 to 7. Once again, there is no change in the price of RON 97 petrol, which therefore continues at […]

You saw the Dongfeng Nammi 06 EV for the first time in February; bet you didn’t expect it to have a split tailgate. Well, it does, as these Auto Shanghai 2025 photos prove, and the bottom part can take up to 150 kg. Should be good for those tailgate parties. According to Car News China, […]

Having first made its debut in January this year, the Lynk & Co 900 SUV has gone on sale in China where it is priced from 289,900 yuan (RM172,231). The brand’s flagship SUV is its largest model to date, and according to Lynk & Co, some 40,000 orders have been received for the 900 since […]

Development of the Range Rover Electric continues, and we now know that the zero tailpipe emissions version of the flagship SUV will feature a 117 kWh battery that is the first to be developed and built in-house at Jaguar Land Rover, says the firm. As part of the electric SUV’s 800-volt architecture, the 117 kWh […]

Now in Malaysia is the 2025 Ariic 318GT adventure-scooter, priced at RM22,888. Pricing does not include road tax, insruacen and registration and the 318GT comes in three colour options – Matt Grey, Dark Grey and Matt Black – under Malaysian distributor MForce Bike Holdings. Power for the 318GT comes from a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engin

Having made its debut last week, the Zeekr 009 Grand Collector’s Edition is on display at the 2025 Shanghai Motor Show, where the battery-electric MPV brings even more luxury. Building upon the Zeekr 009 Grand with its four-seat layout, where its two rear passengers get the full complement of space that would have been for […]

You saw it at the Malaysia Autoshow 2024; now the Jetour VT9 has been officially teased on Facebook. The seven-seater SUV is a D-segmenter that sits above the recently-launched five-seater C-segment Dashing. Rivals include the Proton X90 and the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro. Unless things have changed since last year, for Malaysia, the 4,724 mm-long, [&hellip

Chery today unveiled the Omoda 3, a new crossover that is meant to slot in below the Omoda 5 and 7. Alternatively known as the C3 depending on the market it is sold in (the Omoda 5 and 7 are also known as the C5 and C7), the crossover is meant to appeal to youths […]

At today’s Omoda Day event that saw the introduction of the Omoda 3/C3, Shawn Xu, CEO of Omoda & Jaecoo International, teased the next-generation C9. Internally known as the T29, the SUV will not only be sold as the Omoda C9 but also as a Chery offering called the Fulwin. This “same car, different names” […]

Teased here is the fourth generation of the Nissan Elgrand, the luxury MPV that has traditionally been the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire‘s main foe (but now has many more contenders to deal with). It’ll be unveiled later this year ahead of a Japanese-market launch in the fiscal year 2026, which stretches until March 31, 2027. You’ve seen […]

This is the Nissan Frontier Pro, a product of the Zhengzhou-Nissan joint-venture that’ll launch in China later this year before going to other markets, which will be announced later (fingers crossed for Malaysia). Nissan’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is also its first hybrid pick-up truck. ‘Rugged Tech’ is what Nissan calls the styling, and the [&h

Revealed at Auto China in Beijing last year, the Souo S2000 touring motorcycle from GWM is making an appearance at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2025 show, five months after its November market launch. To mark its first anniversary, the company produced a special one-off called the Cloud Lion, featuring a custom hand-painted finish. Measuring a [&helli

Officially unveiled at the end of last year, the Firefly EV has now been shown at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2025 in China. Emerging from Nio sub-brand firefly, the brand had announced earlier this week that the right-hand-drive version of its eponymous compact electric vehicle will be ready by October this year, with the United […]

Production of the second-gen, second-facelift Audi Q7 has begun at DRB-Hicom’s Pekan, Pahang plant at a rate of three units a day (five-day work week), ahead of its launch next month. The SUV, which has been open for booking since April 10 at an estimated price of RM469k-RM489k, is the first locally-assembled (CKD) Audi in […]

This is the iCar V23, an electric vehicle (EV) that was jointly develop by Chery and Xiaomi’s subsidiary Zhimi Technology (also known as Smartmi). In China, the V23, which is present at this year’s Auto Shanghai, is priced between 109,800 and 149,800 yuan (about RM66k and RM90k) and is available with either rear- or all-wheel […]

Debuting at Auto Shanghai 2025 is the production-ready Toyota bZ7, an over-five-metre-long EV sedan that’s been developed by Guangzhou Automobile Group Co Ltd (GAC), Guangzhou Toyota Motor Co Ltd (GAC-Toyota) and Intelligent ElectroMobility R&D Center by Toyota (China) Co Ltd (IEM by Toyota). The sleek beauty (looking very much like the Comfort

Data jualan kenderaan terbaru yang dikeluarkan oleh Persatuan Automotif Malaysia (MAA) untuk bulan Mac 2025 menyaksikan 72,704 buah kenderaan berjaya diserahkan kepada pelanggan. Ini menunjukkan peningkatan sebanyak 12% berbanding jumlah 65,061 yang dicatat pada bulan sebelumnya. Menurut MAA, peningkatan ini berlaku kerana sambutan perayaan Hari Ra

Toyota is considering producing the next-gen RAV4 (current-gen 2022 facelift pictured) in the US due to president Trump’s tariffs, after originally planning to export to the US from Canada and Japan, Reuters has reported, citing three people familiar with the matter. The current RAV4 is made in Kentucky, Canada and Japan. According to JATO Dynamics

The home affairs ministry (KDN) has proposed the use of MyDigital ID for traffic summons (saman) payments, with minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail telling Berita Harian that although the use of the app is not mandatory, it is part of government policy. “This is still in the proposal stage and has not been approved […]

With an imposing MPV design, four seats and a massive TV at the back, the Zeekr 009 Grand has been tailored specifically for well-heeled Chinese buyers. But what if you could make it even more perfect? Welcome to the new 009 Grand Collector’s Edition, which adds several gold details to the mix. Here, gold really […]

Entering the middleweight cruiser market in Malaysia is the 2025 Benda LCF700 Pro, priced at RM48,888, Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and there are two colour options offered – Black and Gold. Breaking the norm for cruiser power plants, the LCF700 comes with a liquid-cooled, inline-four cylinder engine displacing 676

Perhaps the epitome of Suzuki’s V-twins is the 2025 Suzuki SV650, priced at RM29,900 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. There are three colour options for the SV650 in Malaysia – Pearl Vigor Blue/Metallic MatBlack No.2, Pearl Mat Shadow Green/Metallic Mat Black No.2 and Metallic/Mat Black No.2 – available at all authorised Suzuki Big B

There’s a new special number plate series under Putrajaya – A-A, with numbers 1 to 9999 in between. Brings to mind Kuala Lumpur’s old W-A series, which was introduced in 2013 and discontinued in favour of the V series in 2016, although of course prefix-and-suffix plates are de rigueur for East Malaysia. Announced at JPJ’s […]

Continental Tyres has unveiled the UltraContact UX7. Offered in sizes ranging from 15 to 22 inches, this SUV-dedicated tyre will be available for purchase from the second quarter at Continental-branded outlets and official stores on Shopee, TnG and Lazada. “The SUV market has seen exponential growth in recent years and we anticipate this trend will

In what is fast turning out to be a weekly revision of rates, the United States says that China now faces up to a 245% tariff on imports to the US as a result of Beijing’s retaliatory actions, with the new figure being revealed in a White House fact sheet. The planned hike comes after […]

Rapid Bus has announced that its Rapid KL On-Demand vans will start serving new areas starting from tomorrow, April 17. This round, there are two new zones and one existing zone that has been expanded. The new zones are Terminal Puchong Utama – Puchong Prima, PJ Sentral – Section 7 and 17 and MRT Bandar […]

Launched in China back in 2022, the Geely Panda Mini has received a facelift ahead of the Auto Shanghai motor show later this month. The tiny four-seater electric city car, which competes against the likes of the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV and Air EV, gets an even cuter design and some much-needed safety upgrades. Revisions […]

Click to enlarge JPJ is celebrating its 79th anniversary this year and is offering a RM150 flat rate discount for saman. The ‘Tawaran Bayaran Saman Kompaun Khas’ will be part of the road transport department’s anniversary carnival at Stadium Indera Mulia, Ipoh, Perak this Friday and Saturday, April 18-19, 9am to 6pm. Included in the […]

The road transport department (JPJ) says it will be introducing new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for commercial and public service vehicles next month. According to JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, this was being done to address the recent surge in the number of accidents involving heavy vehicles, especially lorri

The road transport department (JPJ) has said that Putra Heights gas pipeline fire victims that still need to replace related vehicle documents can do so at any JPJ office, free of charge, Bernama reports. According to JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, those who have yet to replace their documents can visit any JPJ counter […]

President Xi’s custom-built Hongqi N701 in Malaysia, a cousin of the Hongqi L5 The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has announced extensive road closures and traffic diversions across several key routes in Malaysia from 15 to 17 April 2025. This is to facilitate the official state visit of His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s […]

After the teaser, BMW Motorrad has taken the covers off the new 2025 BMW Motorrad R 1300 R naked sports. Coming in four model variants – basic, Exclusive, Performance and Option 719 Kilauea – the R 1300 R comes loaded with with BMW Motorrad’s engineering and electronic advances, as well as the iconic boxer engine. […]

Ah yes, here it is then, the inevitable postponement, although it did take more than a day before the shift forward came about. It has now been announced that enforcement of the Trade Descriptions Order (Certification and Marking of Engine Oil for Motor Vehicles) 2024, which came into force on Monday, April 7, has been […]

Geely has launched the second of its plug-in hybrids based on its existing electric vehicles. The Galaxy Starshine 8, as it’s so called, comes hot on the heels of the Galaxy Starship 7 SUV and is built on the bones of the Galaxy E8 electric sedan. The Galaxy sub-brand has clearly been stung by the […]

The 2025 BYD Seal is on sale in Singapore in three variants, starting with the single-motor Dynamic at S$191,888 (RM643,398), through the single-motor Premium at S$215,888 (RM723,870), up to the dual-motor Performance at S$266,888 (RM894,834); all prices quoted are with COE. The updated EV brings an updated kit list including a larger-capacity frun

Porsche is celebrating 15 years in Malaysia, and distributor Sime Darby Auto Performance is marking this glorious milestone at TRX in downtown Kuala Lumpur, April 11-13. We’ll cut to the best part – admission is free and you’re invited! Be among the first in Malaysia to get up close and personal to the new Porsche […]

The JPJ vehicle registration data for the month of March 2025 has shown that the Malaysian automotive landscape has somewhat returned to normalcy, at least for the top 20 best-selling models that you can see here. After a rather odd start to the year, the Perodua Bezza is now firmly at the top of the […]

Bentley has unveiled the latest additions to its model line-up with the debuts of the 2025 Continental GT, Continental GTC and Flying Spur models and their Azure derivatives, featuring the 4.0 litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol-electric plug-in hybrid powertrain which outputs 680 PS and 930 Nm of torque in combined outputs across the three new model

Earlier this year, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia revealed that the GWM Tank 500, which was previewed at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) last December, was set to be launched in Malaysia this year. Now, a Facebook teaser post made by the company earlier today suggests that the seven-seat body-on-frame SUV’s official introducti

PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM), Audi’s official Malaysian distributor, has announced six new dealerships – four 4S and two 2S – as listed below: 4S (sales, service, spare parts, body and paint) Audi Puchong (PHS Autohaus)Lot 895, Jalan Subang 10, Kampung Kenangan, 47100 Puchong Audi Melaka (N3 Auto)259-1 Jalan Bukit Palah, Bukit Baru, 75150 Melaka

Proton distributor for the eMas 7 EV, Pro-Net has rolled out the Flyme Auto S version 1.1.4 firmware update over-the-air earlier this week, paultan.org has learnt. Some progress has been made, specifically with the radio frequency presets. Whereas previously owners faced the issue of radio frequencies being reset each time the vehicle is started up

In January this year, Mattel announced a new partnership with Ferrari to develop a full range of Hot Wheels products. This marked the first time in 10 years that Hot Wheels products will have the Prancing Horse on them, and we’re now being introduced to the collection that will be made available to consumers. The […]

Nissan will introduce a new compact car that will be based on the upcoming Twingo, the manufacturers have announced in a joint statement. The upcoming Twingo will be built on Renault’s AmpR Small platform, otherwise known within Nissan as the CMF-BEV platform which underpins the 2026 Nissan Micra, itself a close relation of the Renault […]

The United Kingdom government has revised its zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate to include an exemption for “small and micro-volume” manufacturers from ZEV targets, reported Autocar. This definition of small volume applies to any company producing less than 2,500 cars a year, and the UK government cited Aston Martin and McLaren as specific examp

The cars keep pouring in. This time, it’s Tan Chong Motor Holdings (TCMH) and Warisan TC Holdings (WTCH), which will jointly provide assistance to residents of Putra Heights impacted by the gas pipeline leak fire that took place on April 1. The companies are deploying at least 30 units of Nissan, GAC Motor and Renault […]

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 facelift cabin Hyundai will begin rolling out its next-generation cabin designs for models that will debut next year, with physical buttons set to stay in a bid to improve safety through reduced distraction, reported Autocar. This move from the Korean manufacturer comes as Volkswagen has also proclaimed a return to physical [&h

The new X-Trail will debut the third-gen e-Power system in the US Nissan is fighting back from its financial crisis with a brace of new models, powered by revised electrified powertrains. One of these is a new third-generation version of its e-Power series hybrid system, which will power the next-generation X-Trail in the US (where […]

China wasted no time in responding to the reciprocal tariffs announced by United States president Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 2, 2025). On Friday (April 4), China announced an additional tariff of 34% on goods imported from the US, matching the tariff rate imposed by the US. However, the true tariff rate that the US […]

As announced last month, the BYD Atto 3 has been refreshed for 2025, where the Extended Premium variant is now known as the Atto 3 Ultra. The all-electric SUV gets some minor aesthetic updates, and its pricing has also been revised. The EV is now priced at RM123,800 (nett pricing), and if you factor in […]

Some interesting news coming out of the Formula Drift Long Beach weekend as Toyota has teased a new high-performance variant of the already red-hot GR Corolla. The car sports some eye-catching aerodynamic enhancements beyond what was already added as part of last year’s facelift. Despite the usual Gazoo Racing camouflage doing its best to obscure [

PLUS, which is expecting more that two million vehicles per day on its highways over the next three days (April 4-6), is encouraging highway users to plan their return journey to the Klang Valley after the Hari Raya Aidilfitri holiday period with the assistance of travel time advisories as suggested by the MyPLUS-TTA schedule on […]

The road transport department (JPJ) will set up mobile counters at the Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion site for two days, starting from today, April 3, in order to assist affected residents with related services such as document printing, The Star reports. Transport minister Anthony Loke said that the JPJ mobile team would help victims [&helli

That competition is keen in the automotive sector in China is without doubt, but it’s not just automakers who engage in the usual game of wits in a bid to establish dominance in the market, because even motor shows can prove to be a battleground, in this case over who has the rights to run […]

The public works department (JKR) says that it has repaired more than 31,180 sq metres of potholes – which is the equivalent of about four and a half football fields – on federal and state roads in Kelantan since January, Bernama reports. According to state JKR director Nik Soh Yaacoub, the repair work involved 21,580 […]

A throwback to the days of the first “real” dual-purpose adventure-touring motorcycle is the BMW Motorrad R12 G/S. Following on the road oriented BMW Motorrad R12 (priced at RM123,000 in Malaysia), the R12 G/S carries the Gelände/Straße (Off-road/Street) moniker first used on the legendary R80 G/S from the 1980s, not the ‘GS’ appellation currently

Following the introduction of the updated Tesla Model Y in Singapore in January this year, the American brand has now added a new Category A COE-friend variant of the Juniper facelift called the Rear-Wheel Drive 110. According to Tesla Singapore’s official website, the Rear-Wheel Drive 110 is priced at SGD103,476 (about RM342k) before certificate o

Dalam acara Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) 2025 yang sedang berlangsung, MG turut mempamerkan sedan segmen-B MG5 yang dikemaskini untuk pasaran tersebut. Model yang digelar sebagai MG5 Pro ini menampilkan muka berlainan berbanding versi sebelumnya, dan ia bukan model generasi baharu seperti yang diterima pasaran China pada Oktober tahun la

Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata unjuran rakyat terutama pengguna kenderaan yang tidak terkesan dengan penyasaran subsidi RON95 kini meningkat kepada 90% berbanding 85% sebelum ini, laporan Berita Harian. Justeru, kata beliau, rakyat tidak perlu runsing dengan keputusan kerajaan untuk melaksana penyasaran subsidi ke atas bahan bakar

The JY Air was launched in Thailand in December, but the ongoing Bangkok Motor Show gave us our first look at this intriguing one-box electric liftback. You see, the car is the product not of a traditional carmaker but of JuneYao Airlines, and the company is leaning hard on its mile-high background by claiming that […]

Jetour Auto Malaysia hari ini mengumumkan bahawa kumpulan pertama SUV Dashing yang diimport sepenuhnya (CBU) dari China sudah pun tiba di Pelabuhan Klang, Selangor. Pratonton bagi model ini telah pun dibuat pada bulan Mei tahun lalu, dan pelancaran rasminya pada pasaran tempatan dijadualkan akan dibuat bulan hadapan. Penghantaran pertama kepada pel

Prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has said the rationalisation of the RON 95 fuel subsidy won’t affect the majority of the population, reports NST. “I don’t believe ordinary citizens need to worry or be impacted, regardless of the methods introduced in the RON 95 rationalisation issue. Do not pay attention to rumours; even during […]

While other EV models (BYD Atto 3, Chery Omoda E5 and Aion Y Plus) are scrambling to price match the Proton eMas 7 in Malaysia, it is the Geely EX5 that is being heavily discounted amid the fierce EV price war over in Thailand. The eMas twin just received a major price cut of 100,000 […]

Jetour Auto Malaysia has announced that the first shipment of the Dashing SUV has arrived in Port Klang, Selangor, ahead of the model’s official Malaysian market launch next month, following its initial preview at the brand’s Malaysian debut in May 2024. Deliveries of the Dashing SUV will take place after the official launch event that […]

This is the Isuzu Dragon Max, a new concept vehicle that has made its debut at this year’s Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). According to the Japanese automaker, the Dragon Max is a restomod based on the third-generation TFR pick-up truck that was introduced in 1988, specifically the space cab variant. For those familiar with […]

Making its Thai debut at the ongoing Bangkok International Motor Expo (BIMS), the 2025 Volvo XC90 is of particular interest to us Malaysians. The redesigned flagship seven-seater SUV is set to be launched here on April 10 alongside its all-new, all-electric sibling, the EX90, Volvo Car Malaysia confirmed through its social media pages. We can [&hel

JPJ has announced that KGA and SWN are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Kedah’s latest running number series is ‘KGA’, and it opened for tender on March 23. The bidding period on JPJeBid is five days, ending 10pm tonight, March 27. As usual, […]

One year on from its global debut, the Audi Q6 e-tron has made its public showing at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) that is ongoing now. The Audi Q6 e-tron has also been confirmed for entry into the Malaysian market. This is an electric SUV that is positioned below the Q8 e-tron and […]

According to a report by The Star, PLANMalaysia, which is the town and country planning department of the ministry of housing and local government (KPKT), is developing an app that integrates various charge point operators (CPOs) into a single platform. This would make things more convenient for EV users who may currently have several different [&h

The Royal Malaysian police (PDRM) has received two units of the Peugeot 408 that have been loaned out by Peugeot Malaysia for evaluation purposes to see if it is suitable to become an addition to the force’s patrol vehicle fleet. As with all other vehicle trials, the two 408s – which are Allure specification examples […]

Well, the electric vehicle price war has well and truly begun. Just weeks after the BYD Atto 3 received a whopping RM26,000 price cut, Chery has given its Omoda E5 an even bigger rebate as part of its Raya promotion. The SUV, launched just over a year ago, is now a whopping RM27,000 cheaper at […]

You won’t find many new or noteworthy models from Japanese brands at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS), other than at Mazda, which has two eye-catching cars on stage – the stunning Iconic SP that dropped all our jaws at Tokyo 2023 and this, the Mazda 6e. The Mazda 6e is being previewed at […]

An additional two Electric Train Service (ETS) sets are expected to arrive in Malaysia in April, and be operational by August this year after completing the necessary trials, Bernama has reported. “Two trains from China with eight sets being put together in Batu Gajah, Perak will complete the southern route of the line, following the […]

The Malaysian fire and rescue department (Bomba) says that the public need not be concerned about the risk of electric vehicle (EV) fires, as these are rare and the country has yet to record any cases of such fires at charging facilities in petrol stations, the Sarawak Tribune reports. “To date, there have been no […]

Jom Genting? Genting mou? This weekend got drive? For most car guys in the Klang Valley, all roads lead to the Karak Highway or the Ulu Yam road. Destination: The Genting Highlands International Circuit (GHIC), where you can do a half course to Gohtong Jaya or the full circuit, all the way up to the […]

At the start of January 2024, it was reported that a Mercedes-Benz EQB was consumed by fire while charging at a dealership in Johor on new year’s eve, with no injuries occuring in the incident. Later that month, the Energy Commission (ST) released a statement that the company operating the charging bay was found to […]

Economists have voiced support for a two-tier pricing mechanism for the upcoming RON 95 petrol targeted subsidy, saying that the method is better than cash assistance, Free Malaysia Today has reported. “A well-structured two-tiered pricing model, supported by MyKad or e-wallet verification, can help to streamline subsidy distribution while minimisi

Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Mk8.5 The progenitor of the hot hatch genre, the Volkswagen Golf GTI hits the half-century mark next year, and Wolfsburg is celebrating the milestone with a 50th anniversary special edition of the Mk8.5 this June. That date wasn’t picked at random – it coincides with the Nürburgring 24 Hours from June […]

File image; Shell Helix lubricants The Malaysian government will enforce the Trade Descriptions Order (Certification and Marking of Engine Oil for Motor Vehicles) 2024 from April 7, Bernama has reported. The enforcement of the law is being carried out to curb the sale of counterfeit motor vehicle engine oil in the Malaysian market, said minister [&

Porsche distributor Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) has announced the return of the Porsche Esports Sprint Challenge Malaysia, a sim racing competition that will take place over the next three months. The second instalment, which utilises the game RaceRoom Racing Experience this year, is open to Malaysians aged between ten to 25 years of age. [&

Selepas empat generasi berada dalam pasaran, Mercedes-Benz bakal menghentikan varian hatchback untuk barisan model paling mampu miliknya iaitu A-Class. Bukan hanya hatchback, malah versi sedan A-Class juga akan dihentikan pengeluarannya, di mana model generasi baharu kelak hanya tampil dalam versi coupe empat-pintu CLA (dengan kembar wagon shooting

Perodua has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with MyDigital ID to secure user authentication access as it continues its journey into cashless transactions. MyDigital ID is a national digital identification system that enables Malaysians to seamlessly and safely access both government and private digital services with

Heavy vehicles are not allowed to use the rightmost lane on highways – one of five improvements that the transport ministry will strictly enforce, reports the New Straits Times. The other regulatory enhancements include mandatory speed control device installation, GPS tracking, high-speed weigh-in-motion (HS-WIM) detectors at 11 highway locations,

Jaecoo Malaysia has started deliveries of the J7 PHEV to dealerships nationwide three weeks after the model’s launch. The company says that deliveries are ‘well within its anticipated schedule’ for Q1 2025. “The arrival of the first units of the J7 PHEV at dealerships nationwide marks a major milestone for Jaecoo Malaysia and demonstrates our [&hel

Puspakom has commenced the self-declaration initiative for the inspection of five items not related to safety for commercial vehicles, Bernama has reported. These five items are vehicle body lettering, speed signs, first aid kits, registration numbers and the condition of passenger seats for public service vehicles, said JPJ director-general Datuk

Last week, it was reported that Puspakom would no longer allow multiple slot bookings for the same number plate in an attempt to weed out middlemen and ‘runners’ who have been found to sell inspection appointment slots for a profit. How much profit, you ask? Well, apparently to the tune of 200 times the original […]

BYD kini telah memperkenalkan Atto 3 model tahun 2025 di Malaysia, yang dikenali sebagai Atto 3 Ultra. Penawaran terbaru ini tidak melibatkan begitu banyak peningkatan berbanding model tahun lalu, tetapi ia datang dengan pengurangan harga banyak. Ini tentunya respon terhadap Proton eMas 7: BYD kini telah mengurangkan harga bagi model Extended Range

Tesla is set to produce a lower-cost version of its Model Y electric vehicle with the aim of regaining market share in China, its second-largest market, Reuters has reported. Citing three sources, the news outlet reported that the American EV brand is developing the lower-cost models under the codename ‘E41’, and this is to be […]

Eyeing the Peugeot 408? Stellantis Malaysia is currently holding a promotion in collaboration with Public Bank, allowing you to purchase the crossover “coupé” with interest rates as low as 0.83% per annum from now until April 30. This exceedingly low rate is applicable to the mid-spec 408 Premium variant with a 90% loan and a […]

Ketua Polis Daerah Iskandar Puteri Asisten Komisioner M Kumarasan mengesahkan pemandu Proton Saga yang memandu melawan arus di Lebuhraya Laluan Kedua Malaysia-Singapura (Linkedua) kelmarin adalah warga emas berusia 85 tahun. Katanya, warga emas berkenaan itu hadir ke Bahagian Siasatan dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik Daerah Iskandar Puteri semalam untuk m

Looking into the purchase of a new battery-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle? RHB Green Financing is offering financing rates from as low as 0.94% per annum on Standardised Base Rate Islamic (SBRI), or at a fixed-rate equivalent of 2.1% per annum. Battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles are eligible for the RHB Vehicle Financing-i of

Remember the incident involving a Proton Saga FL driving against traffic on the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link highway yesterday? It turns out that the driver involved is an 85-year-old man, according to a Harian Metro report, reigniting questions about whether senior citizens should be allowed to continue driving. Iskandar Puteri police chief Assi

Motorists driving on the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link this afternoon got a shock of their lives when a road user driving against traffic nearly caused a multi-car collision. According to a video posted by Facebook user Roda Johor, the incident happened southbound near the Iskandar Puteri exit around 2:40 pm. The dash cam footage shows a […

Toyota has officially launched the Crown Estate in Japan, where it goes on sale in two variants – the Estate RS plug-in hybrid, and the Estate Z hybrid, both with E-Four all-wheel-drive. This is the latest of the four Crown bodystyles to go on sale in its native market, after the Crossover, Sport, and Sedan. […]

Click to enlarge KTM has announced that its ETS train service will be extended to Segamat. From March 15, four services will reach the Johor town following the gradual completion of the Gemas-Johor Bahru electrified double-tracking rail project. Basically, this is the existing Butterworth – Gemas – Butterworth route and the Padang Besar – Gemas [&h

The first production battery-electric vehicle from Lamborghini could boast up to 2,000 PS in power output, Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume said, reported Autocar. the Italian supercar marque’s upcoming EV was previewed by the Lanzador concept from 2023, a 2+2 tall-riding model with a coupé-like roofline. At its unveiling, the Lanzador concept was

With plug-in hybrids seemingly seeing a resurgence, particularly among Chinese carmakers, Thailand is now in the midst of preparing new incentives for those cars. According to Bangkok Post, the country’s finance ministry is set to submit a proposal to the cabinet by next month, with deputy minister Paopoom Rojanasakul saying they are slated take ef

Khazanah Nasional is investing an undisclosed sum in Yinson GreenTech’s ChargEV to increase to number of electric vehicle charging stations nationwide, Yinson GreenTech has announced. Through its portfolio Dana Impak, Khazanah is investing in support of the target announced by the ministry of investment, trade and industry (MITI) to install 10,000

We now have the list of the top 20 best-selling car models in Malaysia for the month of February 2025, thanks to the JPJ registration data now available online. Surprise, surprise, the Perodua Bezza is back on top (9,712 units), after finishing a rare second behind the Axia in the previous month. In fact, the […]

The road transport department (JPJ) has furnished its registration data for the month of February 2025, giving us a snapshot of how the automotive industry did last month. Here, we’re taking a look at the top 20 best-selling brands, and it’s no surprise who’s on top. Yes, as has been the case for time immemorial, […]

In a crowded space, standing out can be quite a challenge, especially if that space happens to be the sub-RM200k field within the electric vehicle marketplace. With an ever growing number of players about, all with a formulaic approach to styling and tech, a vehicle has to have some novelty to make itself different, enough […]

Michelin has launched the Primacy 5 tyre for the Malaysian market, succeeding the Primacy 4 and in comparison with rival premium brands, brings up to 24% more wear mileage, 8% shorter braking distance when new and 13% shorter braking distance when worn to a 2 mm tread depth, and rolling resistance has improved by up […]

United States president Donald Trump, on March 5, granted a one-month exemption on auto tariffs on Mexico and Canada. This comes shortly after a 25% tariff on goods imported from the US’ neighbouring countries took effect on March 4 this year. According to a report by CNN, this decision comes after Trump spoke to Ford, […]

There was a time when the Volvo name was intrinsically linked to boxy station wagons. Even now, mention the Gothenburg brand and enthusiasts would immediately imagine either a 240 GL longroof stuffed with Ikea flat packs or a slammed 850 BTCC touring car flying across kerbs with Rickard Rydell behind the wheel. But even Volvo […]

MG Motor Malaysia has announced it is offering an upgrade option for the Standard variant of the MG4 EV. For just RM1,600, you’ll be able to replace the default black fabric seats with new ones that are trimmed in leatherette with suede accents. This upgrade can be purchased by both new and existing owners of […]

Transfer funds, transaction goes through, put down thumbprints at JPJ to tukar milik, hand over the keys. Car buying and selling between individuals is only as simple as that IF it’s a pure ‘cash buy’ and there’s no bank loan involved. If the buyer requires a hire purchase loan, the seller will soon realise that […]

The JAC T9 EV pick-up truck has been launched in Malaysia. Fully-imported (CBU) from China, where it’s known as the JAC Hunter EV, the zero-emissions double-cabber is priced at RM199,888, OTR before insurance. It’s Malaysia’s first battery-electric pick-up truck available to private buyers – the Maxus T90 EV is used by TNB and the DFSK […]

The JAC T9 pick-up truck has been launched in Malaysia, and besides the RM199,888 EV version, distributor Evolvelectric Motors has also launched a diesel-engined variant called the Grand ES. Fully-imported (CBU) from China, where it’s called the JAC Hunter, the double-cabber is priced at RM119,888, OTR before insurance. You get a 170 PS/410 Nm 2.0

The Xpeng X9 has been launched in Malaysia to compete against other electric MPVs in the market such as the Denza D9 and Zeekr 009, as well as the established Toyota Alphard and Vellfire. This is the second electric vehicle (EV) being offered by local distributor Bermaz Xpeng after the G6 that went on sale […]

The rolodex of BYD news today continues with the launch of the facelifted Atto 3 in China. As previously reported, there are several detail changes to the exterior design, but now we know there are also some significant interior changes, plus the company’s new God’s Eye autonomous driving system as standard. Like the also-facelifted Dolphin, [&hell

The star is shining brighter this Hari Raya Aidilfitri, and you can bring the light into your home with a new Mercedes-Benz. With attractive offers and unprecedented financial flexibility from Hap Seng Star’s Raya Bonanza 2025, there’s never been a better time to own your dream car. Happening from now till March 31 at all […]

Click to enlarge We’ve just celebrated Chinese New Year and now, we’re in the fasting month of Ramadan, which means Hari Raya Aidilfitri is just around the corner. What’s better than the balik kampung journey in a new car? Honda Malaysia’s ‘Bonus Raya Raya Sangat Best’ promo for March 2025 is offering up to RM15,000 […]

Proton is exploring opportunities to introduce more products from its range to Egypt, including SUVs and NEVs (new energy vehicles) “when market conditions are right”, the carmaker revealed in its statement. The Malaysian carmaker launched the Proton Saga in in CKD left-hand-drive form for the Egyptian market, which will receive the sedan model fro

It’s not that easy to send your vehicle for inspection on working days, so Puspakom has been extending operations to Saturdays of late, and there are three extra days this month, even though it’s Ramadan. The extended operations – which is scheduled for March 8, 15 and 22 – is for selected branches across the […]

Selepas dilancarkan pada 20 Februari lalu, dalam masa seminggu, MPV elektrik Denza D9 telah terjual sebanyak 800 unit. Satu perkembangan yang cukup memberangsangkan. Bagi 800 pemilik pertamanya, akan mendapat wallbox 22 kW secara percuma, selain turut menerima penyelenggaran percuma selama enam tahun/120,000 km, bantal leher eksklusif Denza dan jug

Honda Malaysia (HM) will be launching three new models in 2025. This was announced by HM’s MD and CEO Hironobu Yoshimura at the company’s annual media gathering today. Yoshimura said that the three models includes the Civic facelift that was unveiled in January. The company also said that the e:N1 electric vehicle, which was previewed […]

Honda Malaysia (HM) has announced it will launch three electric vehicles (EVs) by 2027 after the introduction of the e:N1, which was previewed here back in December last year. The e:N1 is one of three models that HM will be introducing this year, with the others being the already-launched Civic facelift and possibly the updated […]

Ketika majlis bersama media petang ini, CEO dan pengarah urusan Honda Malaysia Hironobu Yoshimura mengumumkan bahawa syarikatnya akan mempunyai tiga model baharu dalam bilik pameran tahun ini. Salah satu model tersebut adalah Honda Civic facelift yang telah dilancarkan pada bulan lalu. Manakala model kedua adalah Honda e:N1, di mana model elektrik

Honda Malaysia has announced its sales target for 2025, the company stating that it is targeting to sell 83,000 units this year and strengthen its market presence with a projected 10.6% market share of the total industry volume (TIV). The sales target for this year, announced at its annual media gathering this evening, is a […]

Honda Malaysia (HM) mengumumkan, selepas e:N1 diperkenalkan untuk pasaran Malaysia, mereka akan melancarkan tiga lagi model elektrik (EV), menjelang tahun 2027. Bagi e:N1, ia akan menjadi satu daripada tiga model yang akan dilancarkan tahun ini, termasuk Civic facelift (baru dilancarkan) dan berkemungkinan, HR-V versi dipertingkat. Buat masa ini, H

Data jumlah jualan bagi bulan Januari 2025 di Malaysia yang dikeluarkan oleh Persatuan Automotif Malaysia (MAA) menunjukkan 48,875 buah kenderaan berjaya diserahkan kepada pelanggan. Ini bersamaan dengan penurunan sebanyak 40.2%, atau 32,860 unit berbanding bulan Disember 2024 yang mencatat 81,735 unit. Menurut MAA, penurunan besar ini antaraya ber

It has been talked about well in the past, and it’s being talked about again, the idea of introducing a vehicle congestion charge to alleviate traffic congestion in Malaysia. Only this time, there’s a definite hint of seriousness in the discussion, what with a study presently being carried out on it. More interestingly, the scope […]

Sebagai salah satu tindakan tegas yang diambil dalam usaha mengurangkan kemalangan maut melibatkan kenderaan berat terutamanya lori, Menteri Pengangkutan Anthony Loke mendedahkan bahawa kementeriannya (MOT) telah menggantung lebih banyak lesen pengendali kenderaan berat pada 2024 berbanding tahun-tahun sebelumnya. Beliau menjawab soalan tersebut ya

The Malaysian government does not plan to extend the exemption of road tax for battery-electric vehicles in Malaysia past its present end date of December 31, 2025, the minister of investment, trade and industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz has said in a written parliamentary reply to Tebrau member of parliament Jimmy Puah […]

Celebrating the anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Blade of Demon Destruction) is the limited edition Gracshaw Demon Slayer helmet range, priced at RM490 with clear visor. Comprising of four Gracshaw Gennex helmets, the Demon Slayer series will be available in selected Gracshaw dealerships across Malaysia, with only 3,000 units produced.

The road transport department (JPJ) provides members of the public with an avenue for conducting a numerous types of transactions with the department through the MyJPJ mobile application, and one service provided is the means of reporting road traffic offences found to have been committed by other road users. Now, the department has offered a [&hel

New buses are being introduced to the BAS.MY stage bus service, but the latest batch contains no electric vehicle (EV) units. The reason for this is cost, according to transport minister Anthony Loke. Citing an example of the BAS.MY Ipoh service that was launched today, he said the funding received for the programme covers the […]

While the Honda-Nissan merger is no more, a Japanese group is drawing up plans for Tesla to invest in Nissan, Reuters has reported, citing the Financial Times. Described as a high-level Japanese group that involves former prime minister Yoshihide Suga and his former aide, this group has drawn up plans for the American EV maker […]

The ministry of transport of Malaysia is considering the use of enhanced measures towards tackling non-compliant retreaded tyres, reported New Straits Times. These measures could include the use of QR codes or RFID tagging in order to verify the authenticity of retreaded tyres in use, as well as their compliance with standards, transport minister A

While it has been rumoured that Mercedes-Benz is giving up on V8 engines altogether, the company recently reaffirmed its stance that this is not the case and that the V8 is here to stay. During the ‘Mastering Transformation’ roadmap presentation, the German brand said the V8, and even the V12, will have a future in […]

You’re looking at official photos of the 2025 BYD Atto 3 facelift, posted by Car News China – as seen before via government filings, the updated EV SUV (which China calls the Yuan Plus) now looks more like its younger, smaller and cheaper sibling, the Atto 2 (known as the Yuan Up in China). The […]

The Dongfeng Nammi 01 is already on sale in Malaysia as the circa-RM100k Dongfeng Box; now here’s something bigger – the Nammi 06. It’s actually the second vehicle Nammi has developed. According to Car News China, the Nammi 06 is 4,306 mm long, 1,868 mm wide and 1,645 mm tall, with 2,715 mm between the […]

Baru sahaja melancarkan skuter Vanguard 250 bulan lepas, Aveta terus mengekalkan momentum mereka dengan pengenalan dua lagi skuter iaitu Nova 125 dan Nova 160. Ia masing-masing dijual pada harga RM5,188 dan RM7,988 tidak termasuk insurans. Ditawarkan sebagai sebuah skuter mampu milik, Nova 125 dipacu oleh enjin satu silinder SOHC sejukan udara 125

The transport ministry has revealed that the government collected RM45.9 million from the sale of special vehicle registration plate series in 2024, which includes the ‘GOLD’, ‘FFF’, ‘EV’, ‘PETRA’ and ‘MADANI’ series. The ministry was responding Jerantut MP Khairil Nizam Khirudin, who asked about the total revenue generated from special number plat

The transport ministry is considering amending existing laws to combat “tyre rentals” from being used to manipulate vehicle inspections, The Star reports. According to deputy transport minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah, heavy vehicles are allowed to fit new tyres for inspection but they must not switch back to old non-compliant tyres after passing. H

The road transport department (JPJ) has issued a statement for recalls involving more than 41,000 vehicles across five passenger car brands in Malaysia, comprised of Honda (previously announced by Honda Malaysia in November 2024), Kia, Ford, Audi and Mercedes-Benz. The tally comes to 41,688 vehicles to be exact, though this figure includes 291 unit

The upcoming launch of the Denza D9 will formally introduce BYD’s premium brand in Malaysia, and while the all-electric MPV is set to shoulder the push for the marque during the initial stage, other models will be needed to ensure that there is continued progression for the brand. So, what can we expect to be […]

Today is Wednesday, and so the time has come once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia. The ministry of finance has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of February 20 to 26, 2025. No change across the board, therefore the prices of petrol and diesel fuels remain where […]

Pengarah urusan PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM) dan Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) Denyu Bosthandziev mengumumkan bahawa Audi Q7 bakal dipasang secara tempatan (CKD) di Malaysia tidak lama lagi. Ini bermakna SUV tersebut bukan sahaja akan menjadi Audi pertama yang di pasang di sini, malah yang pertama di produksi di Asia Tenggara. Pemasa

Debuting in the Malaysian scooter market are the 2025 Aveta Nova 160 and 125 scooters, priced at RM7,988 and RM5,188, respectively. Both scooters will be available in authorised Aveta dealer showrooms beginning March 2025. Designed for the urban commuter, the Nova 160 comes with a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled mill displacing 154.4 cc. Power is cl