MPs question cost to develop fuel subsidy mechanism
Certain members of the parliament have asked the government to provide a full explanation over the RM25.03 million that was apparently spent to develop mechanism for its new RON 95 petrol subsidy …
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Discount on motor insurance premium for careful drivers with a clean track record from January 2020
If you're a careful driver with a clean track record, you can look forward to a discount on your motor insurance premium starting from January next year, as Bernama reports. Transport minister …
Petrol subsidy scheme will ensure only those who need it will obtain it, not those with a Rolls-Royce – PM
The government’s new targeted RON 95 petrol subsidy scheme will ensure that only those who need the subsidy will obtain it, said prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad. He said that it …
Toyota GranAce – eight-seat MPV set to debut in Tokyo
Toyota has announced that it will be introducing the GranAce for the Japanese market later this year following its official debut at the Tokyo Motor Show this month. The MPV is identical …
Government imposes two new requirements on e-hailing drivers ahead of October 12 PSV deadline
E-hailing drivers have until this Saturday, October 12, to comply with the ruling of having a mandatory Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licence in order to continue operating, but while many drivers have …
RON 95 subsidy scheme details announced – only for BSH recipients, cars below 1.6L, bikes under 150 cc
The government has finally revealed details of its targeted fuel subsidy scheme for RON 95 petrol, the new petrol subsidy programme (PSP) being outlined by domestic trade and consumer affairs (KPDNHEP) minister …
Proton offers special financing packages for gov’t employees and fresh graduates – up to 100% loan
Proton - in partnership with Bank Rakyat - has announced the availability of special financing packages for fresh graduates and government employees on selected Proton models. The scheme, which runs until December …
REVIEW: Mercedes-Benz E200 Sportstyle in Malaysia
Such is the pace of movement these days that it has become inevitable for manufacturers to update models with new bits – or by removing kit - in between the set intervals …
Malaysia’s first EV set to debut in Q1 2021, says MIER
While we wait for further news about the new national car that is being developed by DreamEdge, fresh developments have surfaced on the electric vehicle front. As The Malaysian Reserve reports, Malaysia's …
QUICK LOOK: Honda Civic facelift – now with Sensing
https://youtu.be/49nTz4D52GE The upcoming 2019 Honda Civic facelift will be launched in Malaysia soon, and ahead of its official introduction the refreshed tenth-generation FC was previewed last weekend at Honda Malaysia's “Road to …
JPJeBid – RM27 million collected from online bidding
The road transport department (JPJ) has announced that its JPJeBid online vehicle number plate bidding system has collected RM27.22 million from bids since the system's introduction in April. So far, a total …
Sime Darby Swedish Auto appointed as Volvo dealer
Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) has announced the appointment of Sime Darby Swedish Auto as its new dealer-partner. The company said the appointment of Sime Darby Swedish Auto is part of the planned …
FCA fined US$40 million for over-inflating sales figures
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) slapped automaker Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) with a US$40 million (RM168 million) fine last week for a number of fraudulent offences, including falsely reporting its …
Toyota C-HR facelift debuts – new 2.0L hybrid variant
Toyota has unveiled the C-HR facelift in Europe, and the refreshed compact crossover will feature improved and new hybrid powertrains, a new multimedia system as well as the usual exterior design enhancements …
Malaysia and Singapore agree to extend deadline on Johor-Singapore RTS link decision to end-October
Malaysia and Singapore have agreed to extend the deadline to decide on the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link) project by another month. The transport ministry said the deadline has …
Honda Civic facelift previewed in Malaysia – now with Honda Sensing, boot spoiler and 18-inch alloy wheels
Ahead of its market introduction, Honda Malaysia offered the first look at the Honda Civic facelift at its "Road to 900k Grand Finale" event at Bukit Jalil over the weekend. The public …
Works ministry hoping for bigger budget allocation to maintain federal roads – repairs and upgrades needed
The works ministry is hoping for a bigger budget allocation from the government when Budget 2020 is tabled in parliament on October 11. It says the funds are sorely needed to upgrade …
RON 95 targeted fuel subsidy plan is ready, Cabinet approval soon – electricity bill to determine eligibility
The mechanism involved in the targeted fuel subsidy for RON 95 petrol has reportedly been finalised and will be submitted to the Cabinet for approval in October. Interestingly, the government will apparently …
ASEAN vehicle to population list – the correct facts
Everybody loves a list, especially when it's relatively easy to cobble data together and come up with a fast, colourful graphic highlighting the relevant numbers in an easy-to-digest fashion these days. Utilising …
Daimler fined RM4 billion for diesel emissions cheating
Daimler has been slapped with an 870 million euros (RM4 billion) fine by German prosecutors for breaking diesel emission regulations. Investigations that began earlier this year revealed that the maker of Mercedes-Benz …
