Penang to start free public stage bus service on April 1
Penang is hoping that the free public stage bus service - based on a spoke-hub model - that will be introduced next month will provide a temporary fix in easing the growing …
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Geely was looking at BMW before buying into Daimler
Before he bought into Daimler, Zhejiang Geely Holding (ZGH) chairman and founder Li Shufu was reportedly looking at cooperating with BMW, according to a Spiegel report. The potential partnership with the Munich …
Master plan for KL bicycle/pedestrian lanes out soon
As promised, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is in the midst of preparing a Kuala Lumpur pedestrian and bicycle master plan, which it says will be completed soon. According to the Federal …
UU number plate series – bidding open until April 2
Yes, yet another new number plate series has popped up, and this one is called UU. The new plate series is an initiative by Golf Gemilang, a programme that aims to elevate …
Kia Sportage 2.0L EX introduced in Malaysia – RM130k
Naza Kia Malaysia has streamlined its Kia Sportage line-up in the country - the company has announced the introduction of a Sportage 2.0L EX variant, which goes on sale alongside the Sportage …
UMW to nearly double its stake in Perodua to 70.6%
UMW Holdings has announced that it has made two separate share purchase offers in a deal that will eventually see it increasing its stake in Perodua to 70.6%, The Star reports. It …
Nissan NV350 Urvan facelift introduced in Malaysia
Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has introduced the facelifted Nissan NV350 Urvan in Malaysia, and the 14-seat people mover - which made its local debut in October 2014 - features some cosmetic …
Pakatan Harapan GE14 manifesto – auto-related points
Pakatan Harapan (PH) has released its Buku Harapan election manifesto for the upcoming 14th General Election (GE14), and though there was no mention of lower car prices if it came into power, …
Proton Persona – one man’s tale of love at first sight
For many people, a car is seen largely as a means of transportation, something to serve mobility needs and nothing more. For some though, a car represents something deeper and more personal. …
Mercedes-Benz – record sales for 60 straight months
There's no doubting that Mercedes-Benz is going great guns globally, because the numbers tell the whole story - last month, the automaker achieved its 60th consecutive month of record sales, making it …
Rimac C_Two – a 1,914 hp, 2,300 Nm electric hypercar
Croatian automaker Rimac has unveiled its C_Two hypercar in Geneva. The all-electric two-seater is the follow-up act to the Concept_One, and there's definitely no shortage of numbers to talk about with this …
BMW i4 confirmed – electric sedan set for production
BMW has officially confirmed that the i Vision Dynamics concept that was shown in Frankfurt last year will become reality, and will be known as the BMW i4 when it enters into …
Gov’t reiterates weekly fuel pricing system will remain
The government has reiterated that it will not move away from the managed float system that determines the retail pricing of fuel in the country. According to the domestic trade, cooperatives and …
Mercedes-Benz announces next-gen Wallbox charger – internet-capable, up to 22 kW charging capability
Mercedes-Benz has announced a new wallbox electric charger, which will enter the market later this year. The next-gen home charging unit for plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles now comes encased in a …
Petronas Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 launched in Sarawak
Petronas Dagangan has announced that its enhanced Petronas Dynamic Diesel Euro 5 with Pro-Drive is now on sale in Sarawak. Launched over the weekend, the fuel will be available at nine selected …
Fiat Abarth 695 Rivale – latest SE to set sail in Geneva
Another Abarth 695 special edition has been announced - the latest Abarth example of the Fiat 500, called the 695 Rivale, will make its debut in Geneva this week. Designed in partnership …
Is it an end of the “booth babes” at motor shows?
Formula 1 isn't the only thing that is saying goodbye to the supporting cast of ladies that have been a fixture at its events over the years. The auto industry looks set …
FK8 Honda Civic Type R targeting new benchmark lap times on iconic Euro racetracks in Time Attack 2018
Not content with just the Nürburgring Nordschleife front-wheel drive production lap record it set last year, Honda is looking to amplify the FK8 Type R's credentials and class-leading status with a series …
FIRST DRIVE: Lexus LC 500 – an absolute stunner
https://youtu.be/AJnxdCIsOic There's no doubting that the Lexus LC 500 is an absolute head-turner, whether on the move or just sitting still. Driving perceptions aside, it's a car that has all the staffers …
March 2018 week one fuel prices – petrol and diesel up
After two weeks of fuel-related cheer, it's back to an increase in weekly fuel prices, with both petrol and diesel pump prices impacted in this week's price adjustment. From tomorrow, March 1, …
