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PLUS Sg Buloh, Serdang R&Rs closed for upgrading
Click to enlarge Those who ply the North South Highway and NKVE, take note. PLUS has announced the closure of two R&Rs for upgrading works, starting May 10. They are the Sungai Buloh R&R (southbound, KM 454) and the Serdang R&R (northbound, KM 306.2).
For Sungai Buloh, PLUS says that the petrol station, heavy vehicle parking area and temporary toilets will remain open. As for Serdang, PLUS says that one can use the surau and toilet at the Sungai Besi toll plaza or the following R&R. If these are your regular pit stops, bear in mind.
Drive safe and take a break if you’re feeling sleepy behind the wheel.
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Targeted fuel subsidy predicted to impact M40 car buyers more than B40, T20 – RHB Investment Bank
According to RHB Investment Bank, the planned subsidy rationalisation by the government will more heavily impact the mid-market segment of the automotive market. In a report highlighted by Astro Awani and NST, RHB this was because the low-income group is still expected to benefit from subsidies while high-income earners are less likely to be affected by the ending of subsidies.
“We are optimistic about the salary hikes for civil workers, with a more than 13% increase likely encouraging consumer spending on significant purchases. However, we are maintaining our earnings assumptions for now, as overall sentiment in the sector remains cautious due to uncertainty surrounding subsidy rationalisation,” it said.
The firm added that the restructuring of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to include a new Akaun Fleksibel (also known as Akaun 3) will have minimal impact in terms of spurring sales in the automotive sector.
“It is anticipated that only RM4 billion to RM5 billion will enter the economy annually through these withdrawals. It is much less compared to the RM145 billion withdrawn by 8.1 million EPF account holders through previous pandemic-related withdrawal programs. Consequently, the withdrawal per member this time is expected to be lower,” the firm explained.
It added that the loan approval rate of year-to-date vehicle purchases reached 58% compared to 62-63% in 2022-2023, while gross loans for car purchases only increased by 2.7% despite TIV increasing by 5%. This suggests more stringent requirements for granting loans and consumers switching to more affordable cars.
In the first quarter of 2024, the total industry volume (TIV) made up more than 30% of RHB’s 2024 TIV assumption of 625,000 units. However, this is deemed to be not sustainable and the firm is not expecting sales to reach a new high and should return to “normal” levels after two record-breaking years.
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Beijing 2024: Leapmotor C01 sedan, C10, C11, C16 SUVs shown; T03 compact EV likely to enter Malaysia?
There’s plenty of interesting metal that was shown at Auto China 2024 in Beijing this year to say the least, especially with products that will be arriving in Malaysia for the first time.
One such brand is Leapmotor from the Stellantis group of brands, which has been announced as being part of Stellantis’ plans for introduction to this market later this year. Its positioning within the group’s brands for the country will be for the affordable EV segment, as one of three brands within Stellantis Malaysia’s plans for the near future.
Of the products shown by Leapmotor at the motor show in Beijing, the T03 fits the affordable EV bill, being a compact five-door electric hatchback that measures 3,620 mm in length.
Powertrain for the Leapmotor T03 is a front-mounted 70 kW (95PS) electric drive motor, offered with three driving modes and three steering modes, and has a maximum battery range of 280 km on the WLTP testing standard, according to the Leapmotor website.
Features in the T03 include an electric parking brake with auto hold, panoramic sunroof, an electric sunshade, as well as remote operation for battery pre-heating, air-conditioning, self-parking and vehicle location.
The T03 was also joined at Auto China 2024 by its stablemates, the C01 sedan, as well as the C10, C11 and C16 SUVs. As these are larger models and therefore given a more premium positioning in the Leapmotor line-up, these appear less likely to feature in the brand’s Malaysian-market plans for the immediate future, given Stellantis Malaysia’s affordable EV brief for the brand.
In fact, Leapmotor as a brand has been confirmed for arrival into Malaysia later this month, and as such, more will be known about the company’s plans, and products, for our market soon.
Leapmotor T03
Leapmotor C01 sedan; C10, C11, C16 SUVs
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Shell says Malaysia is an important country for it, remains committed to the mobility business here
Shell Malaysia has responded to a news report indicating that it was set to sell its entire petrol station business in Malaysia to Saudi Aramco.
“Malaysia is important to Shell. We remain committed to the mobility business in the country,” the company said in a brief media statement.
Earlier this week, Reuters had reported the news of the sale, citing four unnamed industry personnel familiar with the matter as its sources. Talks were reportedly said to have begun in late 2023, with the indication being that the deal may be finalised in the coming months. Sources briefed on the matter said the deal could be worth up to four to five billion ringgit.
With around 950 stations across Malaysia, Shell has the second-largest fuel retail network in the country after Petronas, which operates a larger network. The company also has a small presence in the electric vehiicle (EV) charging domain, through its Shell Recharge DC and AC electric vehicle charging network and ParkEasy, which it now owns.
One of the sources had told Reuters that the company’s effort to sell its downstream business in Malaysia is consistent with its move to sell its refinery on Bukom Island in Singapore, which supplies the network.
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Four Monorail stations closed, feeder buses deployed
Click to enlarge Yesterday’s fallen tree on Jalan Sultan Ismail near Concorde Hotel affected the Monorail track and Rapid KL immediately suspended Monorail services between KL Sentral and Medan Tuanku and deployed shuttle buses to bridge the gap.
The public transport company has now outlined its plan for the Monorail, which starts today, May 8. Four stations will be closed to the public due to the need to shut off power to the track. The stations are Bukit Nanas, Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang and Imbi.
This means that the train from KL Sentral will reach Hang Tuah before returning on Platform 2, with a frequency of 24 minutes. On the other side of the line, trains from Titiwangsa will return at Medan Tuanku, and the frequency is 15 minutes.
To support this disruption, 10 feeder buses will ply the route of the closed stations. The buses are free and will run on a frequency of 30 minutes, but this of course depends on traffic conditions. Rapid KL has suggested alternative train stations that are located close to Monorail stations – check out the graphic above.
Rapid KL says that currently, cleaning up and rehabilitation work are being done with the assistance of DBKL. The operations team and structural engineers are making detailed checks to ensure that full operations can resume according to the set safety standards.
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Hyundai Promise Pre-Owned Extravaganza – certified pre-owned SUVs, EVs at irresistible prices, May 10-12
Whether you’re looking for a change of scene in your motoring life or thinking of making the switch to electric vehicles, you owe it to yourself to check out the Hyundai Promise Pre-Owned Extravaganza. Happening at all authorised Hyundai showrooms nationwide from May 10-12 (Friday to Sunday), this special sale promises fantastic event-only deals.
Hyundai is serving up a wide selection of certified pre-owned models at irresistible prices. How about the Kona 2.0 – which captures attention like no other with its fresh, funky design – from only RM89,888? While you’re there, try out the adventurous Creta SUV for size, as prices start from just RM108,888.
If you’ve been toying with the idea of making the switch from ICE to electric, be sure to check out Hyundai’s award-winning range of EVs. The ‘modern retro’ design of the Ioniq 5 is one of a kind, and there’s class-leading 800V tech beneath too – prices start from just RM218,888. Prefer your cars smooth and aerodynamic? The streamlined Ioniq 6 offers the same top tech in a sleek body from RM219,888.
Award-winning? Yes, the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 are holders of the World Car of the Year, World Car Design of the Year and World EV of the Year awards for 2022 and 2023, respectively. It’s a crowded EV market out there now, but Hyundai’s EV duo should be in any shortlist.
Once again, the Hyundai Promise Pre-Owned Extravaganza is happening from May 10-12, 9am to 6pm at all Hyundai showrooms nationwide. Check out the full list of the cars on sale here, with colours and even number plates detailed.
*Terms and conditions apply. While stocks last.
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DBKL ordered to manage city’s ageing trees following Jalan Sultan Ismail incident that resulted in one death
Following yesterday’s thunderstorm that resulted in a large tree toppling along Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has been ordered to prepare new guidelines to manage the city’s ageing trees, The Star reports.
According to minister in the prime minister’s department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa, many of the trees in the city are between 50 and 80 years old, and it was important to catalogue them due to unpredictable weather conditions.
“This tree was under private supervision, but we need to increase the frequency of these inspections, especially given the unpredictable weather conditions. Sometimes trees appear healthy on the outside, but they are internally not, which is why it’s critical to establish proper guidelines,” she said at the site of the incident.
Yesterday’s incident that occurred just outside the Concorde Hotel saw a large tree come crashing down on 17 vehicles, while also damaging a bus stop and a monorail track in the area. As reported by Bernama, a 47-year-old man was confirmed dead while a 26-year-old man suffered serious injuries.
Certified arborist Dr Ahmad Ainuddin Nuruddin told The Star the tree could have fallen due to root crown failure, which could have been caused by restricted root growth due to the limited space caused by development.
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Sime Darby Auto Hyundai opens new Balakong outlet
Sime Darby Auto Hyundai (SDAH) has expanded its reach in the Klang Valley with the opening of new showroom located in Balakong to better cater to customers in the area as well as those in Cheras.
Occupying 2.5 floors (including a mezzanine) and with a total built-up area of 7,200 square feet, SDAH Balakong features a showroom, welcome lounge and consultation area on the ground floor, while the upper floors are comprised of offices. The sales outlet also has an 11-kW AC charger for the convenience of electric vehicle (EV) owners.
“We are elated to welcome the new Balakong branch to the Sime Darby Auto Hyundai family, which fulfils an important role in fortifying our coverage in the Klang Valley region. The strategic location has a wide catchment area and holds a lot of untapped potential for us, said Joey Lin, managing director of Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM).
“We are committed to serving the locality’s discerning customers with the highest standards of professionalism, attentiveness and personalised care, and to showcase the best world-class mobility Hyundai has to offer,” he added.
SDAH Balakong is located at 47 Jalan Tengah, Cheras Selatan 118, Cheras, 43200 Selangor and is open from 8.30am to 6pm Mondays through Saturdays as well as on Sundays and public holidays from 10am to 6pm.
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2024 Yamaha MT-25 new colour for Malaysia, RM23,998
2024 Yamaha MT-25 Midnight Cyan Getting a colour update for the Malaysia market is the 2024 Yamaha MT-25, priced at RM23,998. Previously, the 2023 Yamaha MT-25 was priced at RM22,998, an increase of RM1,000 with all pricing excluding road tax, insurance and registration.
The new colour options for the MT-25 are Midnight Black and Midnight Cyan. Stocks of the MT-25 in the new paint schemes are available in Hong Leong Yamaha dealer showrooms beginning May 8 with every purchase receiving a free Yamaha disc lock worth RM100.
No changes otherwise for the MT-25 in Malaysia, with power coming from a two-cylinder, liquid-cooled mill displacing 249 cc. Power for the MT-25 is claimed to be 35.5 hp at 12,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 23.6 Nm at 10,000 rpm.
2024 Yamaha MT-25 Midnight Black With its naked sportsbike styling, the MT-25 gets a 14 litre fuel tank, with weight rated at 167 kg while seat height is set at 780 mm. Other equipment stays the same, with LED lighting throughout and a monochrome LCD screen displaying all the necessary information.
Single hydraulic brake discs front and rear stop the 17-inch wheels shod with 110/70 front and 140/70 rear rubber with two-channel ABS fitted as standard. Suspension is done with non-adjustable upside front forks, and a preload adjustable monoshock holds up the rear end.
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Fallen tree along Jalan Sultan Ismail causes damage to vehicles – Concorde Hotel stretch closed to traffic
Floods aren’t the only thing one has to worry about during a thunderstorm, because strong winds can also result in all sorts of other hazards coming about, like trees being uprooted and causing more than just traffic disruption.
Such is the case this evening along Jalan Sultan Ismail, where a large tree has toppled on to the section of the road in front of the Concorde Hotel. The tree isn’t the only casualty, because as photos from the location show, it took the archway structure – and bus stop – in front of the hotel with it, with a cross section of the roofing now resting on part of the slow lane.
The tree is of course the larger issue, causing damage to a number of vehicles from its fall through its large branches, with its mass effectively disrupting all movement along the stretch at present.
According to Astro Radio Traffic, the stretch along Jalan Sultan Ismail in both directions has now been closed to traffic until rescue and clearing work is completed. A statement issued by the Kuala Lumpur fire and rescue department indicated that a total of 17 vehicles sustained damage, and there was one fatality as a result of the mishap.
The KL Monorail has also been disrupted, with the service between Hang Tuah and Medan Tunku stations not operational until further notice.
This incident is a timely reminder to have the Special Perils add-on for your vehicle insurance policy. The Special Perils add-on provides coverage for your vehicle should it end up being stuck in rising waters and against damage from fallen trees. Those in the area currently should utilise navigation apps with real-time traffic to seek alternative routes, but expect there to be delays as a result of this incident.
Scary!!!
Moment before the tree fell down at Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
pic.twitter.com/nGVSmhHojO https://t.co/pN6DED59x7
— 🍉Arif E.🍉 (@arfdy12) May 7, 2024
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Monorail service between KL Sentral, Medan Tuanku suspended due to fallen tree – feeder bus provided
Click to enlarge Are you caught in the storm in KL city? If you’re not, but planning to head to town, it might be better to change your plans, as a fallen tree on Jalan Sultan Ismail near Concorde Hotel has caused gridlock. A couple of cars have been damaged by the tree.
The tree is a big one, and it has also fallen on the monorail track along Jalan Sultan Ismail. Rapid KL has announced that Monorail services between KL Sentral and Medan Tuanku have been suspended.
As such, the public transport company is currently running shuttle buses between KL Sentral and Medan Tuanku to bridge the gap, as well as a shuttle train between Medan Tuanku and Titiwangsa on Platform 1.
The free shuttle buses have the following number plates: WVH 9625, WUW 4146 and PJH 4872. Bus frequency is every 10-15 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Be safe.
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Beijing 2024: Fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe shown – larger, sharper lines for the three-row SUV
Battery-electric vehicles, particularly from Chinese brands are all the rage at Auto China 2024 in Beijing, though established nameplates also made their presence known at the show, such as the Hyundai Santa Fe which headed to the exhibition in its latest, fifth-generation guise.
Having made its debut in July 2023, the fifth-generation Santa Fe marks a significant departure from its predecessor, not least in its design, which is now dominated by a boxy form and straight lines, in contrast to the fourth-generation model that wore rather more curves and a more ornate front fascia.
As par for the new vehicle course, the latest Santa Fe has grown physically over its predecessor, now measuring 190.2 inches (4,831 mm) long, 74.8 inches (1,900 mm) wide, 69.7 inches (1,770 mm) tall with a wheelbase of 110.8 inches (2,814 mm), according to the brand’s North American market specifications.
Some notable design cues on the Santa Fe include the H-shaped motif on the headlamps and tail lamps, while the black pillars give the body-coloured roof a floating look. Its wheelarches contribute to the angular look, using a polygonal shape over each wheel. At the rear, a single exhaust outlet features beneath the rear bumper.
From its debut, the ‘2.5T’ badging on the vehicle suggests that the Santa Fe will use the manufacturer’s Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI engine that outputs 281 PS and 422 Nm of torque, though that badge is absent from the Beijing show car. One that is present, denotes HTRAC, which is Hyundai’s all-wheel-drive system.
The cabin of the fifth-generation Santa Fe features a Panoramic Curved Display that combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel with an infotainment screen, which is angled towards the driver. The transmission selector that was located on the centre console on the fourth-generation model is now positioned on the steering column, freeing up space for other conveniences such as dual wireless smartphone chargers.
Inside, further conveniences within the Santa Fe include deep cupholders just aft of the wireless chargers, a storage compartment behind the console as well as a shelf area above the glovebox. In here, as on the outside, the fifth-generation Santa Fe employs wider use of straight lines, compared to the curvier set in its predecessor.
The use of a light colour scheme aids the sense of spaciousness, while sustainable materials also feature, such as recycled plastic on the suede headliner, car mats, and second- and third-row seatbacks. What do you think of the latest Hyundai Santa Fe?
GALLERY: Fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, official images
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2024 Mercedes-Benz C350e official price in Malaysia – RM338,888 OTR; PHEV with 313 PS, 117 km EV range
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has revealed the official price of the C350e AMG Line that was introduced to us back in February this year. The plug-in hybrid variant of the fifth-generation (W206) C-Class retails for RM338,888 on-the-road without insurance, which is the same as the C300 AMG Line it replaces while being less than the original estimate of RM355,000.
Like the C200 Avantgarde – the only other C-Class variant you can buy here – the C350e AMG Line is locally assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang. On the mention of the base C-Class variant, the price gap between that and the C350e AMG Line is RM42,000.
For the money, the C350e comes with a 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine that serves up 204 PS (201 hp or 150 kW) at 6,100 rpm and 320 Nm of torque from 2,000 to 4,000 rpm. This accompanied by an electric motor rated at 129 PS (127 hp or 95 kW) and 440 Nm, which is integrated into the nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic transmission driving the rear wheels.
The total system output is 313 PS (308 hp or 230 kW) and 550 Nm, which is good for a 0-100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h. When running purely on electricity, the sedan can travel for up to 117 km following the WLTP standard and maxes out at 140 km/h.
Power for the electric motor is supplied by a 25.4-kWh lithium-ion battery that supports AC charging at a max capacity of 11 kW, with a full charge taking two hours. The battery is covered by a six-year/100,000-km warranty that goes on top of the usual four-year manufacturer warranty. It should also be noted the C350e is the only W206 C-Class variant that comes with self-levelling air suspension on the rear axle to compensate for the battery’s weight, with steel springs at the front.
In terms of kit, the C350e comes standard with the AMG Line package that includes grille insert featuring a star mesh pattern, sporty front and rear bumpers, more prominent exhaust finishers as well as a rear diffuser-like element. The Night Package is also included and adds black trim and mirrors caps to the exterior.
Other items that come standard are Digital Light LED headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, a panoramic sunroof, 18-inch AMG five-spoke alloy wheels, Thermatic dual-zone climate control (with rear vents), a Nappa leather sports steering wheel, Artico man-made leather upholstery, metal-weave trim, powered front seats with memory function, ambient lighting, manual sunblinds for the left and right rear doors, a wireless charging pad, Guard 360, Keyless-Go, AMG floor mats and Hands-Free Access.
Infotainment inside the C350e is the Mercedes-Benz User Experience, which is represented on an 11.9-inch central touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display. The system supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and comes with a LTE communications module for Mercedes me connect services, a fingerprint scanner and augmented reality for navigation.
2024 Mercedes-Benz C350e AMG Line Malaysia spec sheet; click to enlarge As for safety and driver assistance systems, the C350e is equipped with, Pre-Safe, pre-installation for Distronic, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Brake Assist as well as the Parking package with a reverse camera, Active Parking Assist with Parktronic and a 360-degree camera.
At RM338,888, the C350e AMG Line is RM30,000 more than its direct rival, the facelifted BMW 330e M Sport that sells for RM303,888 with the extended warranty and service package. However, the Mercedes-Benz PHEV sedan has more power and provides more electric-only range. Which one would you go for?
GALLERY: 2024 Mercedes-Benz C350e AMG Line in Malaysia
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EON & Sahabat Autofest 2024 lucky draw winner bought a Saga, driving home a Proton S70 Flagship
EON is celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri with an open house at its headquarters at Glenmarie today, and the company used the occasion to announce the winners of the EON & Sahabat Autofest 2024 lucky draw. How about buying a Proton Saga and getting an additional Proton S70 Flagship too?
That’s the luck of grand prize winner Siti Khairunadia Mohd Sharifuddin Paloh. The 21-year old from Johor Bahru purchased her Proton Saga 1.3 Standard during the three-day EON & Sahabat Autofest 2024 event, held from March 1-3. She financed her sedan with EON’s new digital car financing platform.
“I never imaged that I would be selected as the grand prize winner when I booked my Proton Saga I am very happy that I have been rewarded for being a loyal Proton customer,” Siti Khairunadia said.
EON CEO Akkbar Danial presented the the Passion Red S70 to Siti Khairunadia and also handed over four other lucky draw prizes including a Dyson vacuum cleaner and the iPad. The total value of the prizes were RM100,000.
“We are thrilled with the overwhelming success of the EON & Sahabat Autofest 2024. We achieved record-breaking sales of over 650 units sold, which was 30% higher that our target. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all who came to our autofest. We hope all of you will continue to trust and support us as the country’s largest multi-brand car dealership,” Akkbar said.
EON, a subsidiary of DRB-Hicom, may be synonymous with Proton, but the company is also a dealer for Mitsubishi Motors, Audi, Volkswagen, smart, Isuzu, Daihatsu, Honda, Modenas and Kawasaki.
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smart #3 EV – ROIs for coupé-SUV open in Malaysia
Registrations of interest for the smart #3 have opened in Malaysia, the company has revealed, following the model’s preview at last month’s running of KL Car Free Morning in Kuala Lumpur. This should mean that an official Malaysian-market launch is due soon.
The smart #3 is the second model from the smart Automobile brand that is a joint venture between Geely and Mercedes-Benz, after the brand’s first model, the #1.
Physically, the #3 measures 4,440 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,600 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,785 mm, whereas the #1 is slightly shorter but wider and taller, at 4,270 mm long, 1,822 mm wide and 1,636 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. The #3 shares its Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) underpinnings with the #1.
From debut, the #3 is specified with a 66-kWh nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NMC) battery offering 440 km of range (WLTP), that powers a 272 PS motor driving the rear wheels. There is also a 422 PS dual-motor AWD version that is badged a smart #3 Brabus, denoting its performance slant.
Earlier official images from the debut of the #3 revealed that the model’s dashboard architecture largely mimics that of the #1, save for detail changes such as circular air-conditioning vents on the centre console and oval units on the sides, rather than oval units throughout in the #1.
Further interior equipment includes a 12.8-inch central floating touchscreen, audio is by a 13-speaker Beats sound system, and a panoramic sunroof adds natural light to the cabin, while a multi-colour ambient lighting ensemble adds to the ambience.
Pricing details for the #3 in Malaysia have yet to emerge, though the #3 range in China has been updated to start from 164,900 yuan (RM109,200) for the Standard Range, which is joined by the Dynamic Long Range that is priced at 184,900 yuan (RM122,400). The upper half of the range consists of the Dynamic AWD at 219,900 yuan (RM145,600), and the Brabus variant at 289,900 yuan (RM191,900).
GALLERY: smart #3
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