June 2018 Malaysian vehicle sales up 50% from May
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released sales and production figures for the month of June 2018, and it's no surprise to see the numbers jump from that in May, when the …
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SST to be selective – sales tax to have 5%, 10% rates
The government says that the sales and services tax (SST), which will be reintroduced on September 1, will not be imposed on all products and services, The Edge reports. According to finance …
SDAC presents Ford Pop-Up store – sample the Ranger via a virtual reality test drive experience
Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) is offering consumers a unique opportunity to experience the Ford Ranger in a different environment beyond the traditional dealership. The pick-up can be sampled via a virtual …
LRT3: Transport ministry says RM15 bil cost reduction will have no impact on performance and capability
It has been announced that the Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) project linking Bandar Utama to Klang will go ahead, but with development costs significantly reduced - the 37 km-long rail project …
SST bill to be passed in Parliament in August – rate to be set at 10% for sales and 6% for service, as before
Finance minister Lim Guan Eng has announced that the bill on the sales and services tax (SST) will be passed in parliament in August, paving the way for its reintroduction in September, …
JB-SG Rapid Transit System project still uncertain
Back in May, when news broke about the KL-Singapore High Speed Rail (HSR) project being put on hold, it was reported that the Johor Baru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) link project would …
Ford Eagle Squadron Mustang GT is a RAF homage
Ford has debuted a customised Mustang GT at the Goodwood Festival of Speed to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Britain's Royal Air Force. The Eagle Squadron Mustang GT - created by Ford …
Tata Nano – production of ‘world’s cheapest car’ ends
Nearly a decade after it was introduced, time is being called on the Tata Nano, once billed as the world's cheapest car. According to news reports, production of the compact city car …
FIRST LOOK: 2018 Honda HR-V RS facelift in Malaysia
https://youtu.be/aMKk8lH6gEQ The Honda HR-V facelift has made its first public appearance in Malaysia, being previewed today ahead of an official market introduction sometime during this quarter. The complete model line-up for the …
2018 Honda HR-V facelift open for booking in Malaysia – new RS variant, LaneWatch, six airbags as standard
Honda Malaysia has announced that the Honda HR-V facelift is now open for booking ahead of its official market introduction, which is expected sometime this quarter. Additionally, customers who register their HR-V …
Transport ministry to review laws on drink driving
The transport ministry says that it is set to review existing laws in dealing with drink driving cases to ensure their effectiveness, Bernama reports. According to transport minister Anthony Loke, an immediate …
Ford Everest facelift introduced in Thailand – now with 2.0 litre EcoBlue turbodiesel and 10-speed auto
The Ford Everest facelift, first unveiled in May, has been introduced in Thailand. As previously reported, the Ranger-based SUV receives minor exterior styling revisions and additional features as part of its mid-cycle …
PEKEMA says that Open AP system should continue
The Malaysian Association of Malay Vehicle Importers and Traders (PEKEMA) has expressed its concerns over rumours circulating about that the Pakatan Harapan government might abolish the Open Approved Permit (AP) system. The …
Proton says joint development of Indonesian national car still on, looking towards an ASEAN car in future
Proton says plans that were first mooted in 2015 to develop and manufacture an Indonesian national car in collaboration with PT Adiperkasa Citra Lestari are still on, The Edge reports. Proton chairman …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia announces 1H 2018 results – 6,790 vehicles delivered, best-ever first half of a year
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) today announced its performance results for the first half of 2018, and it has been another record setting period. The company delivered 6,790 vehicles in the first six months, …
W213 Mercedes-Benz E200, E250 Avantgarde and Exclusive – new trim, revised kit in MY2018 update
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia's introduction of the locally-assembled Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Line today also saw the local W213 E-Class line-up on display, which provided an opportunity to take a closer look at the …
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Malaysian launch delayed to end-2018 – C-Class facelift in Q4, S-Class facelift soon
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has had a relatively slow start in terms of product launches this year, but things are set to pick up considerably in the second half. The company is due to …
MoT to clamp down on ‘kopi-o’ licence suppliers
The transport ministry says it will take stern action against those involved in the issuance of kopi-o licences, be they road transport department (RTD) personnel or driving institutes, The Sun reports. According …
Ford ‘Seize the Deal’ campaign offers up to RM113k off
Sime Darby Auto Connexion has announced Seize the Deal, a new campaign offering rebates of up to 17% on top of the zero-rated GST savings for selected Ford models. Valid nationwide for …
