October 2020 week three fuel price – all prices go up
Another Friday, and so it’s time again for the weekly fuel price update. Not so pleasant news on this front, as motorists will have to pay more for fuel in the coming …
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Roadblocks placed at Selangor state borders and toll plazas to curb travel during CMCO – 17 now for PLUS
Police roadblocks have been set up at toll plazas and state borders in Selangor to prevent inter-district and interstate travel during the conditional movement control order (MCO) period. The CMCO announced for …
VIDEO: Volvo justifies 180 km/h speed limiter by sharing stories of people saved by the 3-point seat belt
https://youtu.be/r__E_xT9ijM “It violates individual human rights.” “It’s better to be thrown out than to be trapped inside.” “Wearing a seat belt is a terrible idea.” These are some of the nice things …
UMW Toyota sells 5,605 vehicles in September 2020, 18,870 units in Q3 – 37,339 units in first nine months
UMW Holdings has announced UMW Toyota's sales performance results for September as well as for the third quarter of 2020. In September, UMWT sold 5,605 units, with the Toyota Vios, Yaris and …
Perodua sells 25,035 units in September, highest ever monthly sales in the automaker’s 26-year history
National carmaker Perodua has recorded its highest ever monthly sales in its 26-year history with sales of 25,035 vehicles in September, a 10.8% increase from the 22,604 units it sold in August. …
CMCO in Selangor – PJ police announce reopening of three roads in Kota Damansara, 24 hours after closure
That was fast. Yesterday, Petaling Jaya district police announced three road closures in the Kota Damansara area, in line with the conditional movement control order (CMCO) announced for the state of Selangor …
Construction of Hyundai’s EV manufacturing plant in Singapore begins, facility operational by end-2022
Hyundai has begun construction of its new innovation centre in Singapore, which will act both as an open innovation lab for the company's future mobility research and development as well a manufacturing …
CMCO in Selangor – PJ police to close three roads in Kota Damansara; 29 roadblocks in KL and Putrajaya
In line with the conditional movement control order (CMCO) that will be enforced in the state of Selangor as well as the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya from 12:01 am …
2020 Honda City – 5,000 bookings received so far, Honda Malaysia targeting monthly sales of 3,000 units
During the launch of the 2020 Honda City, Honda Malaysia revealed that it received 5,000 bookings for the new fifth-generation B-segment sedan prior to the car’s official introduction today. At point of …
2020 Honda City – Modulo packages and accessories
The launch of the 2020 Honda City earlier today also saw Honda Malaysia announcing a list of accessories available for the new fifth-generation B-segment sedan, in the same vein as that carried …
Naza reportedly looking to let go of Kia and Peugeot – Bermaz Auto the front runner to take over both brands
A news report indicates that the Naza Group is apparently planning to give up its Kia and Peugeot distributorships given the soft automotive market that has been amplified by the Covid-19 pandemic. …
ASEAN NCAP: 2020 Toyota Hilux and Fortuner facelifts both get five-star rating – see the crash test video
The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has released reports of its crash test results on the 2020 Toyota Hilux and Fortuner facelifts carried out in August. Both …
Gov’t urged to extend car SST exemption to June 2021
The government should consider extending the new vehicle sales tax exemption period until June next year, as this will continue to aid the local economy recovering from the effects brought about by …
Honda announces it will exit Formula 1 at end of 2021
Honda has announced that it will leave Formula One as a power unit supplier at the end of the 2021 season, which means that Red Bull Racing and Scuderia AlphaTauri, the two …
October 2020 week one fuel price – petrol goes up
Another Friday, which means it’s time for the weekly fuel price update. Petrol users will pay more for the fuel they use, but those using diesel will pay slightly less in the …
Volkswagen Malaysia launches Trade-Up campaign for VW owners, with additional RM3,000 trade-in support
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced the introduction of Das WeltAuto, the automaker’s global used car programme, in the country. The programme’s very first activity is the launch of a Trade-Up …
Cashless payment for street parking – DBKL urged to give grace period to users and for JomParking switch
Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL)'s decision to switch from roadside ticketing machines for street parking to payment via mobile applications or e-wallets as of October 1 has caught a number of people …
VIDEO: Proton X50 – Level 2 semi-autonomous driving
https://youtu.be/RtMkwTVTaTc The range-topping Proton X50 Flagship will feature an Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS) suite of driving assistance and safety components, which includes autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, auto high beam …
VIDEO: Proton X50 – auto park assist put to the test
https://youtu.be/n53m3vEXugM At the drive preview for the Proton X50 in Sepang yesterday, the automaker showcased the workings of the SUV’s suite of driver assistance systems, including its Auto Park Assist (APA) feature. …
Proton X50 – 1.5T PFI port-injection three-cylinder turbo engine will be used on future Proton models
As is already known, two Geely/Volvo-developed powertrains will be available for the Proton X50, both 1.5 litre three-cylinder turbocharged units. The first is a 1.5 TD direct-injection version (designated 1.5L TGDi on …
