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• ACE 2026: Enjoy a special RM9,000 rebate on the Jaecoo J5 – 7-year warranty; RM2.5k vouchers, RM57k in prizes

  ADVERTORIAL / by Gerard Lye / 9 October 2026 7:34 pm

  

  The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, returns this year with amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles. If you’re looking to get yourself a new ride, Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) is where you’ll want to be from October 31 to November 1.

  While you’re there, swing by the Omoda | Jaecoo booth to check out the urban explorer, the Jaecoo J5. Powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine capable of 6.4 l/100 km, the J5 is efficient for daily trips and is practical with seating for up to five while also having 480 litres of boot space, expandable to 1,284 litres.

  The J5 is also loaded with useful technologies, including a 13.2-inch 2K touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, dual-zone climate control, a powered tailgate and 50-watt wireless charging pad.

  A comprehensive ADAS suite provides an assurance of safety, completing a versatile SUV package that can be yours for just RM108,000. Adding in a rebate of RM9,000 and a seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty only sweetens the deal.

  The Omoda | Jaecoo booth will also likely see the C7 being previewed, giving you an opportunity to check out the upcoming SUV and if you’re interested, place a booking as well.

  

  Other brands that will be present at ACE 2026 include Audi, BMW, BMW Motorrad, Chery, Dongfeng, GWM, Hyundai, iCaur, Jetour, Leapmotor, Lotus, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Perodua, Proton, Proton eMas, smart, Volkswagen and Zeekr, among others. Co-sponsors Jacar and Carro will showcase their own products and services, while Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is also on board as a co-sponsor.

  In addition to the promotions offered by each brand, the first 200 confirmed bookings at ACE 2026 will enjoy RM2,500 worth of vouchers on us. Each confirmed booking also enters you into a lucky draw with prizes worth RM57,000.

  That includes a grand prize holiday package worth RM10,000, three sets of Llumar window tint by Jacar worth RM4,000 each, five smartphones worth RM3,000 each and five DK Schweizer Prestige Leather Upholstery upgrades worth RM4,000 each. Also up for grabs are goodie bags courtesy of V-Kool, Harman Kardon, DK Schweizer, Dodo, The Carage and Kuzig Glanz Detailing.

  If you’re looking to buy a new car with the best deals attached, ACE 2026 takes place at SCCC from October 31 to November 1. Find out more at the ACE 2026 microsite and we’ll see you there!

   

• Budget 2027: Drunk and drug-impaired drivers causing accidents to be made to compensate victims

  In Local News / by Anthony Lim / 9 October 2026 7:32 pm

  

  In July, it was reported that the cabinet had agreed in principle with the suggestion by the transport ministry to amend the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to have motorists who cause accidents while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs compensate their victims.

  The MoT said that the proposed move was to ensure that offenders not only face punishment like jail terms, fines and the loss of their driving licenses, but are made responsible for the effects of their actions on the victims and their next of kin. The suggestion had been brought forward by the transport ministry, and the cabinet had agreed in a July 15 meeting.

  Now, it has been announced that the amendment is set to go through. During the tabling of Budget 2027 earlier today, prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that the government would amend the law to make compensation mandatory for victims of accidents involving drunk or drug-impaired drivers.

  He said that the measure was necessary because as of August this year, there had been 28 fatal cases involving drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. “Such tragedies serve as a stark reminder that, despite tightened enforcement, rule violations remain a serious concern,” he said.

  

  There was no indication as to when the amendment would be tabled, but back in June, during the media briefing ahead of the amendments to the Road Transport Act, transport minister Anthony Loke had indicated that the compensation proposal was set to be tabled separate from that which was passed in June.

  It has also not been suggested how the compensation mechanism would work, but previously, the ministry said it hoped that the amount of compensation would not be fixed automatically or administratively by the government, but determined by the courts based on the facts and merit of each case, including the level of seriousness of the offence, injury or loss of life, losses faced by the victim or next of kin, as well as the ability of the offender to pay.

  Separately, Anwar also announced that the installation of telematics systems to monitor speed, location and risky driving patterns would be mandatory. These include integration with alcohol detection devices that must be used before a driver begins a journey. Voluntary implementation is permitted until 2027, while the government develops a driver database for enforcement purposes.

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• EPMB, Hebei Shichang enter joint venture for production of Proton Saga, AMA02, AMA05 fuel tanks in Batang Kali

  In Local News / by Mick Chan / 9 October 2026 7:09 pm

  

  EP Manufacturing (EPMB) has entered into a joint venture with Hebei Shichang Auto Parts to form EP Shichang Automotive Systems, which is 51% owned by EPMB and 49% owned by Hebei Shichang for the production of fuel tanks for Proton AMA models.

  According to EPMB personnel, fuel tanks made by the new joint venture will be for the AMA01 (Proton Saga MC3), as well as for the AMA02 (Saga Cross) and the AMA05. Tooling for the new production run of tanks will come from Hebei in China.

  The first phase of the joint venture will develop a plastic fuel tank production facility at its manufacturing facility in Batang Kali, Selangor, with an annual production capacity of 200,000 fuel tanks. After the facility is completed, it will supply fuel tanks to Proton’s Tanjung Malim plant from March 2027.

  

  

  “As a partner of Proton for nearly 40 years, we are thrilled to witness the success of the Advanced Modular Architecture (AMA) platform rollout. Our strategic joint venture with Hebei Shichang will enable us to support Proton as it expands AMA and reaches even greater heights – both locally and internationally,” said EPMB general manager of business development Mohd Seth Sulaiman.

  The latest EP Manufacturing (EPMB) joint venture for fuel tanks follows its Peps Sanly joint venture assembly facility for chassis components, located in the Automotive High Technology Valley (AHTV), Tanjong Malim.

  Like its latest joint venture, the EPMB joint venture with Peps Sanly assembles components for Proton AMA models, namely front corner modules, subframe modules and rear axle modules assemblies for Saga MC3, AMA02 (Saga Cross) and AMA05 MPV.

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• Budget 2027: MyKomuter50 monthly pass for KTM Komuter – average savings of RM160 a month for 40k

  In Local News, Public Transport / by Danny Tan / 9 October 2026 7:09 pm

  

  KTM Komuter users who have looked enviously at fellow commuters paying only RM50 a month for their LRT and MRT rides, your wishes have come true.

  Prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has just announced in his Budget 2027 speech that there will be a My50 equivalent for the KTM Komuter. Called MyKomuter50, it is set to benefit 40,000 users of the KTM Komuter, who will be saving an average of RM160 a month. This is on top of 360,000 free passes to students, OKU and children below six.

  Meanwhile, the regular My50 for Rapid KL trains and buses – which benefits 300,000 commuters in the Klang Valley – will continue. It has been around since 2019.

  “Lately, the rakyat has been facing frequent incidents of faulty trains or service disruptions that are affecting their journeys to the workplace. As such, Prasarana and KTMB have been tasked to take immediate action to ensure the smoothness of train services. As a long term solution, Prasarana is investing over RM3.4 billion to fully restore their rail service. Meanwhile, the government is purchasing 42 train sets for the KTM ETS and Komuter,” Anwar said.

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• ACE 2026: Stand out from the pack with the iCaur V23, now CKD locally assembled and still tax free at RM133k

  ADVERTORIAL / by Jonathan Lee / 9 October 2026 7:04 pm

  

  We’re ticking off the days until the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) powered by Petronas Primax, happening in three weeks on October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Among the car brands exhibiting their latest products is iCaur, which will be bringing its stylish all-electric V23 to the event.

  Launched less than a year ago, this SUV is already a common sight on our roads, and you can spot one from a mile away thanks to its retro design, inspired by legendary 4x4s – replete with a sideways-opening tailgate and 21-inch alloy wheels. The rugged look is continued on the inside with chunky grab handles and glove-friendly switchgear, allied to a modern 15.4-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

  The V23 comes with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (iWD) and offers more than enough performance for daily drives – 211 PS (155 kW) and 292 Nm of torque, plus a zero-to-100 km/h time of 7.5 seconds. An 81.76 kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery delivers an NEDC-rated range of 430 km.

  Best of all, the V23 is now CKD locally assembled and retains its tax-free price of RM132,780, as well as all of the specs of the CBU fully-imported model. That includes the full list of safety kit such as six airbags, autonomous emergency braking and traffic jam assist Level 2 semi-autonomous driving functionality.

  

  iCaur is but one of a whole host of brands present at ACE 2026, including Audi, BMW, BMW Motorrad, Chery, Dongfeng, GWM, Hyundai, Jetour, Leapmotor, Lotus, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Omoda | Jaecoo, Perodua, Proton, Proton eMas, smart, Volkswagen and Zeekr, among others. The show is also co-sponsored by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), as well as Jacar and Carro, which will showcase their own products and services.

  Each brand will have its own exciting promos lined up for the show, and on top of that, the first 200 confirmed bookings at ACE 2026 will enjoy RM2,500 worth of vouchers on us. Each confirmed booking also enters you into a lucky draw with prizes worth RM57,000. That includes a grand prize holiday package worth RM10,000, three sets of Llumar window tint by Jacar worth RM4,000 each, five smartphones worth RM3,000 each and five DK Schweizer Prestige Leather Upholstery upgrades worth RM4,000 each.

  There are also goodie bags up for grabs, courtesy of V-Kool, Harman Kardon, DK Schweizer, Dodo, The Carage and Kuzig Glanz Detailing.

  Again, the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, will be happening from October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Mark your calendars, and find out more on the ACE 2026 microsite. We’ll see you there!

   

• Budget 2027: Excise duty, sales tax exemption for Proton, Perodua taxis continues

  In Local News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2026 6:56 pm

  

  The government will continue providing full excise duty and sales tax exemptions for new Proton and Perodua cars purchased by taxi and private-hire car operators, maintaining an incentive aimed at reducing vehicle acquisition costs for the sector. The measure was previously announced under Budget 2026 by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who said the 100% exemptions would continue to apply to purchases of new national cars by taxi and private-hire vehicle owners.

  The tax incentive is intended to make locally manufactured vehicles more affordable for commercial passenger transport operators, who face significant costs in acquiring and maintaining vehicles used for daily operations. In addition, to improve operational efficiency and safety, HRD Corp has allocated RM10 million to cover the cost of courses and allowances for contributing licensed taxi drivers undergoing capacity-building training.

  The incentive is separate from the Teksi Madani programme, launched by Anwar in July 2026, which introduced a new Proton S70 taxi priced at around RM64,500 on-the-road without insurance, with excise duty and sales tax exempted. Under Teksi Madani, the government also announced a RM10 million matching grant to encourage existing taxi owners to replace older vehicles, with up to RM2,000 in support from Proton matched by up to RM2,000 from the government.

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• ACE 2026: RM18k off the Chery Tiggo 9 – 10yr/million km engine warranty; Tiggo 8 PHEV with 10yr extd battery wty

  ADVERTORIAL / by Jonathan James Tan / 9 October 2026 6:37 pm

  

  Rev up your engines and spin up your electric motors, because the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) 2026, powered by Petronas Primax, will be unleashing lots of deals from lots of brands upon car shoppers at the Setia City Convention Centre from October 31 to November 1.

  Chery is one of them – the carmaker is offering an RM18,000 rebate on the Tiggo 9, which brings the price down to an attractive RM179,800. This is the brand’s flagship, remember – 256 PS/390 Nm 2.0 litre turbo engine, seven-speed DCT, seven seats, 15.6-inch touch-screen, 14 Sony speakers, 10 airbags and full ADAS – the list goes on.

  The handsome large SUV is also backed by a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty and five years’ free labour service.

  Don’t need something so large but still want seven seats? Consider the RM159,800 Tiggo 8 PHEV. Its 275 PS/365 Nm Chery Super Hybrid system brings together a 1.5 litre turbo engine, an electric motor and a dedicated hybrid transmission for a combined 1,200 km range and a 90 km EV-only range. On top of its seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, the Tiggo 8 PHEV also offers an extended 10-year battery warranty for peace of mind.

  

  You’ll also see at ACE 2026 Audi, BMW, BMW Motorrad, Dongfeng, GWM, Hyundai, iCaur, Jetour, Leapmotor, Lotus, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Omoda | Jaecoo, Perodua, Proton, Proton eMas, smart, Volkswagen and Zeekr, among others. Co-sponsors Jacar and Carro will showcase their own products and services, while Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is also on board as a co-sponsor.

  Each brand will have its own exciting promos lined up for the show, and on top of that, the first 200 confirmed bookings at ACE 2026 will enjoy RM2,500 worth of vouchers on us. Each confirmed booking also enters you into a lucky draw with prizes worth RM57,000. That includes a grand prize holiday package worth RM10,000, three sets of Llumar window tint by Jacar worth RM4,000 each, five smartphones worth RM3,000 each and five DK Schweizer Prestige Leather Upholstery upgrades worth RM4,000 each.

  There are also goodie bags up for grabs, courtesy of V-Kool, Harman Kardon, DK Schweizer, Dodo, The Carage and Kuzig Glanz Detailing.

  October 31-November 1 are the dates, Setia City Convention Centre is the place. Mark your calendars now for ACE 2026, the hottest car event in town. Entry is free. More details on the ACE 2026 microsite.

   

• Budget 2027: RM1,000 one-off payment to taxi and school bus drivers using proceeds from ‘H’ plate sales

  In Local News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2026 5:51 pm

  

  Taxi and school bus drivers are set to receive a one-off payment under measures announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in his Budget 2027 speech, with the assistance linked to the proceeds from the special H-series number plate auction. The motion is expected to benefit 38,000 taxi drivers, including hire car drivers, and 15,000 school bus drivers, nationwide.

  The announcement follows Transport Minister Anthony Loke’s earlier pledge to channel part of the RM91.2 million raised by the auction towards helping taxi and rental-car drivers nationwide. The decision to assist taxi drivers also carries historical significance, as the H prefix was traditionally associated with Malaysian taxis.

  As reported by paultan.org on September 21, half of the proceeds will go into the Federal Consolidated Revenue Account, while the Transport Ministry’s share will fund initiatives to benefit the public. The H-series auction raised a record RM91.2 million, with the H 1 registration number alone attracting a bid of RM10.78 million.

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• Penang JPJ seizes 74 motorcycles ridden by unlicensed foreigners, RM200 monthly rentals uncovered

  In Bikes, Local Bike News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2026 4:49 pm

  

  Penang JPJ seized 74 motorcycles ridden by foreign nationals without valid driving licences during an early-morning enforcement operation, with some riders found to be renting motorcycles from local owners for as little as RM200 a month. The operation, conducted under Ops PeWA (Foreign Drivers Operation) around George Town on October 9, inspected 694 vehicles and resulted in 258 summonses for various offences, reports Bernama.

  Penang JPJ director Zulkifly Ismail said riding without a valid licence was the most common offence, accounting for 158 cases. Another 50 cases involved expired motor vehicle licences, or road tax.

  The operation ran from 5 am to 10 am, with all 74 motorcycles seized under Section 64 of the Road Transport Act 1987 to prevent further offences. According to Zulkifly, checks found that some motorcycles owned by Malaysians were being rented to foreign nationals for daily use, including commuting to work. Other motorcycles had been registered under local names for use by foreigners.

  

  One case involved a Bangladeshi construction worker in his early 30s who had bought a Yamaha Y16 motorcycle from a shop just three days before the operation. Despite the motorcycle being registered in his name, JPJ seized it after finding that he did not have a valid driving licence.

  Most of the foreign nationals inspected during the operation were contract and factory workers from Indonesia, Bangladesh, India and Myanmar, Zulkifly said. He urged employers, vehicle owners and agents managing foreign drivers to ensure that anyone permitted to ride or drive has the necessary licences and documentation.

  Local owners were also advised to exercise caution when renting or lending vehicles to foreign nationals, particularly where the borrower or renter does not possess valid driving documents.

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• Budget 2027: Minimum wage, perks for e-hailing and p-hailing workers – govt/Grab funding RM160m package

  In Local News / by Danny Tan / 9 October 2026 4:45 pm

  

  Prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is currently tabling Budget 2027 in parliament and has announced a list of perks for gig workers, or e-hailing and p-hailing drivers and riders.

  Anwar, who is also finance minister, said that there are 600,000 Malaysians working in the gig economy and the Madani government will defend their interests (membela nasib) with more comprehensive protection.

  PMX said that the Gig Economy Consultative Council (Majlis Perundingan Gig) is currently in the consultation process to set a minimum wage rate, income formula as well as minimum standards of social protection – these will be finalised in early 2027.

  

  In the meantime, the government and Grab have agreed to jointly fund a package worth RM160 million to raise nett income and improve the welfare of e-hailing and p-hailing workers, starting 2027. This package includes the raising of minimum wage for gig workers, assistance for vehicle maintenance and insurance costs, and Perkeso contributions.

  This translates to a median nett income increase of RM227 a month for e-hailing drivers and RM100 a month for p-hailing riders, Anwar said, adding that the government has also agreed to offer matching Perkeso contributions of 35%. This incentive will be raised to 50% if the platform also contributes to the cause.

  There’s more. To encourage gig workers to save for retirement, the government will offer matching EPF contributions up to RM600 a year or RM6,000 per lifetime.

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• Malaysia Budget 2027 live updates (auto/transport)

  In Local News / by Jonathan James Tan / 9 October 2026 2:58 pm

  Malaysia’s Budget 2027 is set to be tabled today (October 9) at 3.30pm by finance minister and prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Keep refreshing this page for automotive/transport-related developments.

  Total allocation for subsidies, assistance and incentives exceed RM80 billion

  • Including fuel subsidies, which are expected to stay high at RM40 billion

  Gov’t and Grab to jointly fund a RM160 million package for e-hailing and p-hailing workers (full story here)

  • Increase in minimum earnings rates for e-hailing and p-hailing workers, assistance with vehicle maintenance and insurance costs, as well as SOCSO contributions
  • This is estimated to raise e-hailing drivers’ median net incomes by up to RM227 per month and those for p-hailing delivery workers by up to RM100 per month
  • 35% SOCSO matching contribution incentive for e-hailing and p-hailing workers, increased to 50% if the platform companies also bear the cost of contributions for the workers
  • EPF matching contribution incentive of up to RM600 per year, or RM6,000 over a lifetime
  • P-hailing sector to be regulated under APAD and LPKP

  Johor Bahru congestion leading up to RTS Link

  • Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit (E-ART) to be implemented
  • Stage bus routes and frequencies to be expanded
  • KTM Komuter frequency to be increased
  • Grab Shuttle services will be provided in key areas

  Automotive Hi-Tech Valley, Tanjong Malim

  • To encourage wholly locally-owned automotive vendor companies to relocate their operations there, a tax deduction will be granted on eligible relocation costs of up to RM5 million for expenses incurred between January 1, 2027 and December 31, 2030

  Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0, Negeri Sembilan

  • New road from KLIA to Bandar Enstek
  • Upgrade Pajam-Nilai-Salak road
  • Implementation of Klang Valley Double Tracking 2 project (KVDT2)

  RM3.3 billion for Sabah and Sarawak roads

  • Letter of acceptance (LOA) for Trans-Borneo Highway’s Miri section already issued
  • LOA for Limbang and Lawas sections expected year-end
  • Sarawak-Sabah Link Road 1 and Pan Borneo Sabah Phase 1B targeted to complete end-2027
  • RM350 million in federal road maintenance expenditure earmarked for G1–G4 contractors in Sabah and Sarawak

  22-km covered walkway connecting National Mosque, Merdeka Square and Central Market

  • Covered walkways also connecting residential areas with business premises, schools, clinics and public transport stations
  • Buggies for visitors, especially the elderly, at popular attractions such as the National Monument, Botanical Gardens and Carcosa Seri Negara

  My50 to continue for the benefit of 300,000 Prasarana bus and rail users in the Klang Valley

  • MyKomuter50 introduced to benefit 40,000 KTM Komuter users – savings up to RM160 per month on average
  • Free passes for 360,000 schoolchildren, OKU (persons with disabilities) and children under the age of six

  Prasarana to invest over RM3.4 billion to rehabilitate rail services

  • 42 new trainsets for ETS and KTM Komuter

  ECRL Phase 1 (Kota Bharu-Gombak Integrated Terminal) expected to begin operations December

  • Line will be extended to Rantau Panjang

  Road Transport Act to be amended to require drivers under influence of alcohol or drugs to pay compensation to victims

  Mandatory telematics for commercial vehicles

  • Monitor speed, location and risky driving patterns, including integration with alcohol detection devices before start of journey
  • Voluntary implementation will be in place until 2027, while the government develops a driver database for enforcement purposes

  Up to 100% investment tax allowance for green technology and sustainability projects

  • Including EV charging stations

  One-off RM1,000 financial aid for 38,000 taxi and hire-car drivers, and 15,000 school bus drivers (full story here)

  • Following recent sale of special ‘H’ number plate series

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• Mazda CX-5 in Malaysia – older, second-gen to continue being sold alongside newer, third-gen but only 2.0L

  In Cars, Local News, Mazda / by Gerard Lye / 9 October 2026 2:55 pm

  

  Prior to its launch, the third-generation (KM) Mazda CX-5 was previewed at this year’s Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) in June. At the time, Bermaz Motor revealed that the older, second-generation (KF) model would be sold alongside the newer KM, and this was reiterated again during a Q&A session yesterday.

  When asked about the state of the CX-5 line-up following the introduction of the KM generation, Bermaz Auto executive chairman Tan Sri Ben Yeoh replied, “we have identified that the current, new-generation CX-5 is slightly bigger and the previous CX-5 is slightly smaller, and it has an engine capacity of 2.0 litre. Now there are a lot of people who still prefer the 2.0 litre.”

  “In terms of the design, interior finish and ride and comfort, that car (the older CX-5) is still very much relevant and competitive against not only Japanese competitors but the also the newer range of products,” he continued.

  “Because of this, we have decided that we will continue the current 2.0 litre version of the CX-5. Of course, we are trying to upgrade it, and the advantage is that there will be a more competitive price point,” he added. Over the past few months, the CX-5 has indeed been given a price cut and an updated kit list.

  

  He followed up by saying that the 2.5 turbo version of the CX-5 will be dropped. We asked Yeoh on the side after the Q&A to clarify if it is just the 2.5 turbo or all 2.5 litre versions of the older CX-5, including the NA, and he said it is the latter. So, if you want a CX-5 with a 2.5 litre engine, it’s only the latest generation after the existing stock of the older one runs out.

  On Mazda Malaysia’s official website, the readily accessible price lists for the CX-5 include 2025 (pretty much negligible now) as well as 2026 model year variants. For the MY2025 variants, they include the 2.5G 2WD High priced at RM154,960.40 on-the-road without insurance as well as the 2.5G AWD High T/C (turbocharged) at RM166,760.40.

  Meanwhile, the MY2026 options are the 2.0G 2WD Mid (RM135.469.20), 2.0G 2WD High (RM147,469.20) and the 2.5G 2WD High (RM164,960.40). As the latest KM-generation CX-5 starts at RM168,510.40, which is RM3,550 more than the MY2026, KF-generation 2.5G 2WD High, it makes sense that the latter is going away.

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• Autonomous electric bus service begins in Putrajaya – RM1 per ride, starts and ends at MRT Putrajaya Sentral

  In Local News, Public Transport / by Anthony Lim / 9 October 2026 1:06 pm

  

  Having previously undergone trials, the eMooVit autonomous electric bus has now moved into field operations, with the vehicle running a route service starting and ending at MRT Putrajaya Sentral.

  In a Facebook post, it was announced that the service, which began on October 7, will run along route P113, with five stops in between the start and end points. The stops consist of the finance ministry, the palace of justice, the youth and sports ministry, Dataran Gemilang and the Putrajaya corporation complex.

  The service runs on weekdays across four time slots in the morning and evening, with the ones in the morning being at 7.15 am, 8.15 am, 9.15 am, and 10.15 am. Meanwhile, the afternoon departure times are 2.45 pm, 3.45 pm, 4.45 pm, and 5.45 pm. The bus will not operate on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

  Operated by Handal Indah, the fare for a one-way ride on the autonomous bus is RM1, and payment is cashless, but only via Mastercard or Visa debit/credit cards – no e-wallets or QR payments are accepted.

  

  

  

  In 2020, eMoovit Technology was the first company to receive approval to use the first autonomous vehicle test route in Cyberjaya. The company, operating under the umbrella of Singaporean company MooVita, specialises in providing driverless software solutions for urban environments.

  eMooVit’s autonomous vehicle technology was previously used in a trial conducted by Rapid Bus in October 2022, held on the Sunway BRT line after service hours. It then began trials in Putrajaya in 2024.

  The eMoovit bus is a result of a collaboration between it and 5G network provider Digital Nasional (DNB) and Ericsson. Technologies used in the bus, which has sensors, cameras and LiDAR to enable self-driving, include 5G public WiFi, real-time remote vehicle and telemetry data monitoring and in-vehicle CCTV.

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• Proposed 30 km/h school zone limit still not gazetted after approval, pending review of legal amendments

  In Local News, Safety / by Mick Chan / 9 October 2026 12:29 pm

  

  The proposed nationwide school zone speed limit of 30 km/h remains ungazetted over two years since its approval, pending a review of legal amendments, education minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek told the Dewan Rakyat, reported New Straits Times.

  The ministry of transport has been reviewing proposed amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 in consultation with relevant ministries and agencies, Fadhlina said.

  “The government has agreed to set a maximum speed limit of 30km/h in school zones to improve the safety of pupils and other road users. The Transport Ministry is reviewing possible amendments in collaboration with the Education Ministry, Works Ministry, Public Works Department, police, Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (Miros), Road Transport Department and other relevant agencies,” she said in a written parliamentary reply.

  

  The lower speed limit around schools would be supported by appropriate road signs and markings, with monitoring and enforcement by the authorities, said the education minister.

  The policy for a lower speed limit around schools was approved in July 2024 by the cabinet committee on road safety and traffic congestion, chaired by deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

  Earlier this year, transport minister Anthony Loke said that the ministry of transport is reviewing amendments to the rules under the Road Transport Act in order to introduce a 30 km/h speed limit in school zones.

  

  Under the Safe School Management Guidelines, vehicles travelling within school compounds must observe a speed limit of 15km/h, reported New Straits Times.

  Schools are also required to prepare traffic management plans, designate parking, pick-up and drop-off areas, provide pedestrian walkways, and install road signs, markings and safety barriers where necessary.

  Meanwhile, the education ministry is working with the works ministry and the public works department to improve road infrastructure near high-risk school locations, Fadhlina said.

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• Mforce Kuala Lumpur service centre relocates to new 7,100 sq meter facility in Segambut, October 23

  In Bikes, Local Bike News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2026 12:10 pm

  

  Mforce Bike Holdings will reopen its Kuala Lumpur branch office and service centre at a new 7,153 square meter (77,000 sq ft) facility in Jalan Segambut Tengah on October 23, 2026, following a relocation to expand its after-sales service capacity. The existing service centre will close from October 12 to 22 to facilitate the move.

  Spare parts supply will remain unaffected during this period, with customers able to purchase parts directly from Mforce Parts by calling 012-485 0133. As part of efforts to strengthen its after-sales support as its customer base grows, free delivery is available to customers in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.

  The new facility is claimed to be Malaysia’s largest motorcycle service centre, with more than 20 certified technicians and upgraded maintenance facilities aimed at reducing waiting times and improving repair efficiency. Operating as a one-stop centre, the premises combine servicing and repairs with a showroom, spare parts centre and central warehouse.

  

  The Mforce Gallery showroom features 16 layouts showcasing the various motorcycle brands distributed by the company. Other facilities include a customer lounge, CR Café, a restaurant, a surau and dedicated customer waiting areas. There are also product displays for LS2 helmets and Mforce Oil.

  A key addition is a motorcycle inspection test bench costing RM1.5 million. The equipment allows technicians to conduct safety and diagnostic checks on motorcycle brake systems, lighting and frame alignment, with the aim of ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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• BAS.MY Johor Bahru extended for 5 years starting 2027

  In Local News, Public Transport / by Danny Tan / 9 October 2026 11:57 am

  

  Good news for those living in and around JB. The government has agreed to extend BAS.MY Johor Bahru services via the Stage Bus Services Transformation programme for five years starting from 2027. BAS.MY JB is billed as one of the important components that support the JB-SG RTS Link, which will start operating in February 2027.

  Transport minister Anthony Loke said that the extension involves improvements and the development of the service network, including extra routes and bus capacity. Implementation will be done in stages based on operational needs and passenger demand.

  “The contract will be finalised shortly, including the addition of 230 new buses and a few other conditions,” he said at the BAS.MY Johor Bahru service expansion launch event at JB Sentral yesterday, adding that planned routes include newly developed areas and high-demand areas such as Terminal Tiram, Johor Jaya, Eco Tropics, Mall of Medini and UTM.

  Loke also shared that the extra buses will improve frequency to 15 to 20 minutes for main routes and 20 to 30 minutes for feeder buses. There will also be 20 bays added to Jalan Jim Quee near JB Sentral for safer bus parking and faster movement for passengers.

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• KTM Shuttle Selatan: good news expected Budget 2027

  In Local News, Public Transport / by Jonathan James Tan / 9 October 2026 11:54 am

  

  Malaysian transport minister Anthony Loke has said that prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to announce good news regarding Keretapi Tanah Melayu‘s (KTM) Shuttle Selatan service during the Budget 2027 tabling later today, Bernama reports.

  “… for those commuting from the Kempas, Paloh, and Kulai areas to Johor Bahru using the KTM Shuttle Selatan, there will be good news announced by the prime minister during the tabling of the Budget tomorrow,” Loke said yesterday.

  He added that the initiative is expected to further help living costs and that KTM Shuttle Selatan has so far carried around 20,000 passengers since its June 16 launch, averaging between 200-300 passengers daily. In late-June, KTM announced half-off promo fares for the service, dropping one-way tickets that ranged from RM7-RM16.40, to RM3.50-RM8.20. Is it going to get even cheaper?

  

  

  The service controversially uses diesel-hauled trains and sometimes even a ‘hybrid’ consist, which involves an old Komuter trainset sandwiched between a diesel loco (to pull the train) and a power generator car (to keep the lights, doors and air-con working). Loke said then that it was better to launch the service now with this rather than waiting up to three years for new electric multiple units (EMU).

  But one surmises that because the Pasir Gudang branch line (which used to be a goods line) is still not electrified, electric trains can’t work there anyway, hence the need for diesel. What’s beyond me is why KTM’s East Coast Line couldn’t spare a diesel multiple unit (DMU) or two for this service – they’re much newer than the Komuters used in the hybrid trains, and there’d be no need for the locomotive to run around at the end of the line.

  KTM has been known to use hybrid trains like these in the past to keep broken-down Komuters in service.

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• Harley-Davidson teases Sprint 440 cruiser, made in India

  In Bikes, Harley-Davidson, International Bike News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2026 11:11 am

  

  Harley-Davidson is developing a new entry-level cruiser for 2027 called the Sprint 440, based on the same 440 cc platform as the Hero X440 roadster produced in partnership with India’s Hero MotoCorp. Taking its name from the original Harley-Davidson Sprint 250/350 single from the 1960s made by Aermacchi in Italy, the new model is expected to adopt a more traditional cruiser layout, with a low seat, forward-set footpegs and swept-back handlebars.

  Where the X440 takes a roadster approach, the Sprint 440 is designed around a relaxed riding position and classic cruiser proportions. A teardrop-shaped fuel tank, revised rear subframe and deeply scooped rider seat are expected to give it a substantially lower stance than the X440, which has a seat height of 805 mm.

  

  The riding position is also expected to differ, with wider handlebars and forward-mounted footpegs allowing riders to stretch their legs rather than sit in the more upright posture of the X440. The Sprint 440 is expected to use a 19-inch front wheel and a 16-inch rear wheel, a combination that should reinforce its stretched, low-slung appearance.

  Power is expected to come from the X440’s air/oil-cooled, 440 cc single-cylinder engine, paired with a six-speed gearbox. In the X440, the motor produces approximately 27 hp at 6,000 rpm and 38 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. The Sprint 440 could receive revised engine tuning to deliver stronger low-speed response, better suited to relaxed cruising. It is also expected to feature a more compact, tapered exhaust muffler to distinguish it from its roadster sibling.

  

  Hardware is expected to include upside-down front forks and twin rear shock absorbers, replacing the more roadster-oriented appearance of the X440 with a conventional cruiser setup. Disc brakes at both ends, supported by two-channel ABS, following the specifications of the X440.

  Full LED lighting and a digital or TFT instrument cluster are also anticipated, potentially carrying over Bluetooth connectivity and navigation functions from the X440. However, final specifications and equipment have yet to be confirmed.

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• 2026 F1 Bahrain GP in Sepang brings RM345 million economic windfall to Malaysian SMEs – Steven Sim

  In Formula 1, Local News, Motorsports / by Anthony Lim / 9 October 2026 10:44 am

  

  It was definitely one to remember, the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit, for how it came to be to the drama of the race itself, peppered with logistics issues in the evenings during the race weekend. Fans, both old and new, lapped it all up, and they weren’t the only ones to be happy that F1 racing had come back to Sepang.

  With almost half of the 261,000 spectators being foreign tourists, local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) were also happy bunnies, reaping over RM345 million in economic spillover effects brought about by the race, Bernama reports.

  According to entrepreneur development and cooperatives minister Steven Sim Chee Keong, the Bahrain F1 GP in Malaysia had a very positive impact on the SMEs, especially those in the hospitality, food and beverage, retail, transport, entertainment, tourism-related services and support industries.

  

  

  

  He said that those who attended the F1 race were projected to have spent 2.17 times more than at ordinary events, adding that foreign tourists usually spend more due to longer stays and expenditure on accommodation, F&B, transport, shopping and recreational activities.

  “The impact reflects the important role of large-scale international sporting events in stimulating economic activities, especially through the rise in tourism expenditure and demand for local goods and services,” he said. He added that based on the success and economic spillover effect, Malaysia could benefit from international sporting events such as F1 as a platform for SMEs to have wider opportunities and market access.

  “This effort includes strengthening ties between SMEs and bigger industry players, event organisers, tourism operators and local suppliers so that the economic benefits generated by such large-scale events can be enjoyed by more small businesses,” he said.

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• Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link to start operations in February; physical works to be completed by Dec 31

  In International News, Public Transport / by Mick Chan / 9 October 2026 10:30 am

  

  The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is set to commence operations in February next year, as physical works remain on schedule for completion by December 31 this year, reported New Straits Times.

  The additional time between the physical completion of works and the start of operations is to allow comprehensive safety and systems testing before the service opens, following a joint decision by Malaysia and Singapore, said Malaysian transport minister Anthony Loke.

  “The February opening should not be regarded as a delay, as both countries had agreed to use the additional buffer period to ensure the cross-border service was safe and fully operational before carrying tens of thousands of passengers daily,” Loke said.

  

  “The decision was made jointly with our Singapore counterpart as authorities did not want to rush the opening of a major cross-border transport system. The project will be physically completed on Dec 31. The contractors will notify their respective guarantors, namely Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) and Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp),” he continued.

  Loke added that he has spoken to the transport minister of Singapore, and both agreed that the best decision wouldbe to open the service in February in order for all safety measures to be properly implemented.

  The physical structures for the RTS stations and Immigration, Customs and Quarantine (ICQ) complexes in both countries had been completed, with the project now entering its most critical phase of testing and approvals, Loke said.

  

  The months of October, November and December had been allocated for comprehensive testing of the integrated systems, including signalling, passenger management, train operations and cross-border coordination, he said.

  “This phase is critical. Various tests need to be carried out to ensure all systems are properly integrated and operate without technical problems. For a project of this scale, we cannot predict 100 per cent of the technical problems that may arise. So, we are giving the contractors and operators sufficient time and room to address them,” he said.

  The detailed opening date would only be announced after final approval was obtained from the relevant transport authorities of both countries, and while the added buffer meant that January remained a possible window for starting operations, February had been agreed on to ensure all processes were completed smoothly, Loke continued.

  “This is not a unilateral decision. It was mutually agreed upon in the interest of safety and smooth operations,” the Malaysian transport minister said.

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