Ferrari P80/C – one-off special, four years to develop
Ferrari has unveiled the P80/C, a one-off creation commissioned by an unnamed collector. The price tag of the special build hasn't been revealed, but based on the work - and time - …
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NAP revision to also include outline of regulatory framework for ‘flying cars’ and autonomous vehicles
The Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) said that the reviewed National Automotive Policy (NAP) will include the outline of the regulatory framework for 'flying cars', Bernama reports. The revised policy …
Two carmakers shortlisted for new national car project
Two automakers have been shortlisted to lead the new national car project (NNCP), according to entrepreneur development minister Datuk Seri Mohd Redzuan Yusof. He said the government was still in talks with …
MARii, Altair and ORS ink digital twin tech agreement
The Malaysia Automotive, Robotics & IoT Institute (MARii), US-based Altair Incorporated and Malaysian company ORS Technologies have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on product/process development optimisation through the utilisation of …
Gov’t to look into stiffer penalties for reckless drivers
The transport ministry says the law could be amended to impose stiffer penalties on those who cause road fatalities, especially involving driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Transport minister Anthony …
March 2019 week four fuel price – petrol up yet again
Another Friday, and so it’s time yet again for the weekly fuel price update. The coming week sees the price of petrol going up once more, but only for RON 97, since …
Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe and all-new GLE450 – catch them at the ‘Hungry for Adventure’ Festival
If you're hungry for adventure and love outdoor-related activities, then this sounds like just the thing. The Mercedes-Benz Hungry for Adventure Festival happening this weekend promises the chance to get up close …
Grab to charge RM3-5 cancellation fee from March 25
Grab has announced that will begin charging customers a fee if they cancel a ride after five minutes of getting a driver, or if they are beyond five minutes late to their …
AAM says it remains the motorsports sanctioning authority in Malaysia, continues to perform its role
Earlier this week, it was reported in the news that the sports commissioner's office (PJS) said through a statement that the Automobile Association of Malaysia's (AAM) status as a sports body had …
BMW and Daimler said to be in talks to develop compact/mid-sized cars, electric vehicles together
BMW and Daimler are reportedly studying the idea of working together on electric vehicle platforms, a move that could save each carmaker a fair bit of money, as Reuters reports. According to …
Perodua Aruz – 14,000 bookings, 4,000 units delivered
Bookings for the Perodua Aruz have now climbed to 14,000 units since its launch in January, and the automaker says that it has delivered 4,000 units to buyers so far. Earlier this …
Tun Mahathir says Malaysians should be open to new national car project, says it will spur tech learning
Prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said Malaysians should be open to the idea of the proposed new national car project (NNCP), saying it will enable them to learn and understand automotive …
MITI says issuance of open APs a fully transparent process – stringent conditions in AP holder evaluation
The ministry of international trade and industry (MITI) has issued another statement pertaining to the matter of open approved permits (AP). This is a follow-up to an earlier statement it issued on …
March 2019 week three fuel price – petrol up again
Friday again, which means it’s time for the weekly fuel price update. Petrol is up once more this week, but only in the case of RON 97, since the price of RON …
All Mercedes-AMG models to feature a PHEV variant
Mercedes-AMG is planning to offer a plug-in hybrid version for every model in its line-up over the course of the next few years, with the first of these set to arrive in …
MITI says new open AP policy began on January 1 – 164 companies qualified to be AP holders, 36 are new
Earlier this week, the matter of open approved permits (AP) surfaced again when it was reported that Putrajaya had allegedly approved 38 new AP holders, the contention being that these new holders …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Hybrid Battery Extended Warranty – RM2,688 for additional 4-year coverage
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has issued a statement regarding the pricing of battery replacements for its E 300 BlueTEC and S 400 h hybrid models. This is in response to a recent photo …
Infiniti to completely exit western Europe by 2020
Infiniti has announced that it will be ceasing all operations in western Europe in 2020, with the exit from that market planned to take place early next year. The withdrawal is part …
Klang, Shah Alam to get more free bus service routes
The Selangor state government has announced that additional routes for the state's free bus service will be introduced this year. The planned route expansion of the Smart Selangor bus service - which …
Malaysia EV road tax to switch to kW-based rate?
UPDATE: EV Road Tax prices in Malaysia have been revised with a new calculation in June 2024. Please refer to the new calculation. It's looking quite likely that owners of full-electric vehicles …
