October 2021 Malaysian vehicle sales up by 43%
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of October 2021, announcing that a total of 63,489 new vehicles were delivered last month. This is an increase …
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Police clamp down on modified, fancy number plates – 14,407 fined in first 15 days of month-long operation
Police have begun clamping down on illegal vehicle number plates, nabbing offenders through roadblocks, patrols and monitoring in a special operation that will run throughout the month of November. In a statement, …
Petros multi-fuel station in Sarawak near completion – petrol, diesel, hydrogen and electric under one roof
The country will soon have its first integrated fuelling station with the introduction of a Petroleum Sarawak (Petros) multi-fuel station in Sarawak. Announced last year, work on the multi-fuel facility - which …
2022 European Car of the Year candidates – 39 models
The candidates for the 2022 European Car of the Year (ECOTY) award have been announced, with 39 vehicles in the running for the coveted title. All are new vehicles on sale now …
Fast charging all the time not good for EV batteries; AC charging better to slow degradation – EV expert
With electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Malaysia expected to increase over the next couple of years as a result of tax exemptions that will be introduced from next year, it's no surprise …
Perodua Alza production to come to an end after 12 years, with final build of 1,100 units in January 2022
To say that the current Perodua Alza has been a long-serving model for the automaker would be understating it - having made its debut in November 2009, the B-segment MPV turns 12 …
Toyota defends absence from COP26 pledge, says many markets not ready for only zero-emission cars
Earlier this week, six automakers made the commitment towards phasing out fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040 as part of global efforts to cut carbon emissions and curb global warming. The six automakers who …
Boost introduces CarProtect – comprehensive auto insurance now available through its e-wallet app
Local e-wallet platform Boost has announced the expansion of its insurance portfolio with the introduction of CarProtect, a car insurance with comprehensive coverage for private cars. Designed to be easy to use …
Malaysia to formulate policy to ensure electricity supply will be able to meet EV demands – Azmin Ali
The government says it will ensure that the country’s electricity supply can meet all users' needs, including the expected increase that will come about with the progressive switch to electric vehicles (EVs), …
Thailand oil and gas firm PTT expands EV ambitions, inks agreement with Chinese automaker Hozon Auto
Thailand's largest energy company, PTT, has signed an agreement with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Hozon Auto to expand and develop the EV market in the country. The partnership is set to …
November 2021 week two fuel price – RON 97 up 2 sen
It's time once again for the usual weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail price of fuel for the coming week of November 11 to 17. …
Hyundai Kona Electric – Malaysian launch on Nov 18
UPDATE: The Kona Electric has been launched in Malaysia, in 39.2 kWh and 64 kWh forms. Three variants of the electric SUV are available, priced from RM149,888 to RM199,888. Full details in …
Six carmakers pledge to phase out fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040, but many shy away from UN COP26 deal
Six major automakers have stated their commitment to phasing out the production of fossil-fuel vehicles around the world by 2040 and 2035 in leading markets as part of global efforts to cut …
KL Car Free Morning resumes this Sunday, Nov 7
Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has announced that it will be reintroducing the Kuala Lumpur Car Free Morning (KLCFM) programme, which was put on hold during the Covid-19 pandemic. The bi-monthly event …
JPJ reminds motorists that fancy number plates are illegal, advises public to snap photos and report them
The road transport department (JPJ) has reminded the public it remains an offence to put number plates that do not conform to specifications on vehicles, reiterating the point via a social media …
Budget 2022: SST exemption extended again to June 30, 2022 – 100% on new CKD cars, 50% for CBU
The government has announced that the current sales tax (SST) exemption for new vehicles has again been extended through to June 30, 2022. The sales tax exemption currently in place for Malaysian …
Yinson partners with GreenTech to develop EV charging infra in Malaysia – ChargEV to be part of JV
Yinson Green Technologies has announced that it has signed a term sheet with GreenTech Malaysia Alliances (GTMA) to cooperate on the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Malaysia. Yinson said …
GoKL City Bus free bus service to go fully electric by early 2023, using 60 Malaysian-made SKS EV buses
The GoKL City Bus free bus service is set to make the move to electrification, continuing Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL)'s ongoing plans to turn KL into a low-carbon city. As of …
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA CKD launched in Malaysia – GLA200 and GLA250 AMG Line, RM233k to RM266k
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) today launched the locally-assembled GLA alongside the CKD A-Class Sedan, with the H247 debuting in the same two variant forms it did when the CBU was introduced here last …
REVIEW: Mercedes-AMG A45S in Malaysia – RM438k
Sequels can have their work cut out for them, especially if the first outing was a sure-fire hit. When it arrived on the local scene eight years ago, few would have imagined …
