Another new number plate series – X marks the spot
It's fast becoming like alphabet soup, if it hasn't already. Hot on the heels of the XX special number plate series is er, the X special number plate series. And why not? …
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VEP system scheduled to begin at the end of April
The implementation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system, which will apply to all foreign registered vehicles entering Malaysia via the Johor Causeway and Second Link expressway, is slated to start at …
Nissan Serena S-Hybrid – fifth-gen previewed in M’sia
After months of being spied out on field tests, the latest being in January, the fifth-generation Nissan Serena has finally broken cover, with Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) giving the MPV its …
Ford Ranger Raptor launched in Thailand – RM210k
Following its global debut last month, the Ford Ranger Raptor has now made its public debut in Thailand at the ongoing 2018 Bangkok International Motor Show. As such, pricing for the pick-up …
Sarawak LRT expected to be operational by 2024 – three lines, 155 km-long, to cost RM10.7 billion
Construction of the Kuching Light Rail Transit (LRT) project is anticipated to begin sometime next year, and the service is scheduled to begin operating sometime in 2024. Sarawak chief minister Datuk Patinggi …
Uber reaches a settlement with the family of the woman killed by self-driving Uber vehicle
Uber has reached a settlement with the family of the woman involved in the fatal accident with a self-driving Uber vehicle earlier this month, Reuters reports. In the incident, 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg …
Nissan and Renault reportedly in talks to merge and create a company that will trade as a single stock
Nissan and Renault are reportedly in talks for a merger that will result in a new automaker that will trade as a single stock, Bloomberg reports. According to insiders familiar with the …
Toyota and Suzuki to supply vehicles models to each other in India – Baleno to Toyota, Corolla to Suzuki
Toyota and Suzuki have announced the conclusion of a basic agreement which will see a mutual supply of hybrid and other vehicles between the two companies for the Indian market. Specifically, Suzuki …
PLUS adds Touch ‘n Go self-service reload kiosks at selected R&R areas and toll plazas – 32 locations
Highway concessionaire PLUS has announced that in addition to the existing customer service centres or reload lanes, highway users can now top-up their PLUSMiles or Touch ‘n Go cards at 32 self-service …
Gov’t to review issuance of vehicle stickers for the disabled, wants to prevent misuse by family members
The ministry of transport (MOT) said it will be working together with relevant parties such as the social welfare department to review the issuance of vehicle stickers for disabled persons (OKU). It …
UMW Toyota recalls 21k units of 2013-2014 Vios, Altis and Alphard for passenger airbag inflator replacement
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced a "special service campaign" (otherwise known as a product recall) to replace the inflator module in the airbag system on the front passenger side in various …
Ten more Proton dealers upgrade to 3S and 4S centres
Proton has announced that another 10 of its dealers have signed on to upgrade their outlets to 3S and 4S centres. This is the third batch of dealer signings for the company …
General Motors says GM Korea may file for bankruptcy by end of April if union doesn’t agree to concessions
Things aren't rosy for General Motors in South Korea - the American automaker said its loss-making operations in the country is set to file for bankruptcy if its union did not agree …
UMW’s bid to increase stake in Perodua – MBM Resources’ shareholders reject takeover offer
Earlier this month, UMW Holdings made a bid to increase its stake in Perodua through two separate share purchase offers, one of these looking at eventually completing the acquisition of auto parts …
Gov’t urged to replace fixed fuel commission system
The government is being urged to revamp the current fuel commission-based system to help petrol station operators, which are continuing to be affected by the fluctuating pump prices of fuel, The Malaysian …
MRT needs 250,000 daily passengers to break even
Ridership on the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system is averaging around 140,000 passengers a day, but the rail project is still some way away from any profitability. According to deputy finance minister …
Are fixed shades/curtains in cars legal? We ask JPJ
Usually, discussions on the topic of vehicle windows are centred on the level of visible light transparency (VLT) and the issue of permissible levels of window tint. Currently, the new rules specify …
Gov’t offers owners of vehicles with long-expired road tax the chance to renew insurance without hassle
Motorists with cars and motorcycles that have lapsed road tax will be given the chance to renew their insurance without having to go through a Puspakom inspection, The Star reports. According to …
2018 Volkswagen Golf R debuts in Malaysia – RM296k
The fourth Volkswagen Golf Mk7.5 variant making its debut in Malaysia is the Volkswagen Golf R. The model was introduced alongside the Golf GTI and Golf 1.4 TSI Sportline/R-Line versions. The refresh …
2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI facelift launched – RM240k
The third of the four Volkswagen Golf Mk7.5 models introduced by Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is the facelifted Volkswagen Golf GTI. The car was introduced today along with the refreshed Golf …
