No car, but Chinese startup raises US$1 bil in funding
Over in China, news has emerged of a Chinese automotive concern reportedly managing to raise US$1 billion in funding. Not a biggie, except that the company in question is a startup, one …
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Proton introduces MyProton, a new mobile application
Proton has introduced MyProton, a new mobile application that offers owners the convenience of scheduling a service appointment for their cars in a easy, fuss-free manner. Available for download via Google Play …
Bullet-proofing your car – what you need to know
Fatal shooting incidents have been headlining the local news of late, and many of these have involved those being in vehicles. Notable cases include that which occurred on July 6, when a …
Several automakers keen on being Proton’s partner
Following an earlier report that Proton is in discussions with several foreign partners who may be interested to purchase a stake in the national carmaker, international trade and industry minister Datuk Seri …
SIRIM to set up lab for automotive brake pad testing
SIRIM says that it will be setting up a special laboratory for automotive component manufacturers to test the endurance level of brake pads, Bernama reports. The announcement was made by the organisation's …
Teksi 1Malaysia revamp won’t help cabbies, firm says
Earlier in the week, it was reported that the Land Public Transport Commission's (SPAD) proposal to help transform the taxi service and address the implementation of e-hailing services will be decided by …
Cab fares to be revised in taxi overhaul programme
Taxi fares are set to be revised soon, the move being one of the measures to streamline cab operations in the country, The Sun reports. The action is aimed at helping taxi …
Nissan Kicks – Brazil starts the ball rolling in August
The Nissan Kicks, which was unveiled in May, will begin selling in Brazil on August 5. Following its retail debut there, the B-segment SUV will be introduced by the end of the …
DBKL offering discounts for traffic compounds in Aug
Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has announced that it will be offering discounted traffic compound rates as part of its two week-long Settle DBKL Arrears campaign, which begins on August 6, Bernama …
Samsung purchases a US$449 million stake in BYD
Last week, it was reported that Samsung was in talks to purchase a stake in BYD, China’s largest EV manufacturer. The deal has now been concluded, with a unit of South Korea’s …
Honda Sonic Civic sedan – celebrating that hedgehog
Honda - working together with video game company Sega - has come up with the Sonic Civic, a one-off special to celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 25th anniversary. The customised offering, which is …
Gov’t looking to have 100,000 EVs on the road by 2020
The government is aiming to have 100,000 electric vehicles on the roads nationwide by year 2020, according to international trade and industry minister Datuk Seri Mustapha Mohamed. While there are only 891 …
2016 Renault Koleos – Malaysian debut in September
The order books are set to open for the new Renault Koleos next month ahead of its Malaysian debut in September. No pricing indication as of yet, but we do know that …
No plans to scrap VEP – system still being trialled
The government says it has no plans to scrap the implementation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) for foreign vehicles. Transport minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said the system is still …
VIDEO: Getting closer to B10 biodiesel mandate – MAI
https://youtu.be/RtD9Q05meU8 The implementation of the sale of B10 biodiesel (diesel fuel blended with palm oil in a 90:10 ratio) in the country has raised much controversy over its suitability for use in …
Kia Picanto facelift makes a quiet debut in Malaysia – only few units available, priced at RM62k
The facelifted Kia Picanto has arrived in Malaysia, albeit quietly. The refreshed second-gen TA has been spotted at some Kia dealerships in the country - the photos seen here are courtesy of …
MINI John Cooper Works Pro Edition launched – limited run of 20 units exclusive to Malaysia, RM256k
MINI Malaysia has introduced the MINI John Cooper Works Pro Edition, a limited-edition run of 20 units that has been exclusively created for the Malaysian market. Based on the F55 MINI Cooper …
Teksi 1Malaysia revamp on the cards – individual taxi permits to be liberalised as part of transformation plan
The Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) is proposing a total of 11 initiatives to help transform the taxi service and address the implementation of e-hailing services. These will be decided by the …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia announces record 1H 2016 performance – 17% growth, 6,017 vehicles delivered
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has announced its first-half 2016 performance numbers, and by the looks of it, this is shaping up to be another record-breaking year. The company said it delivered 6,017 cars …
Mercedes-Benz GLC – locally-assembled version soon
Not long to go before the locally-assembled Mercedes-Benz GLC enters the market - the announcement of the impending CKD version of the SUV was made during Mercedes-Benz Malaysia's first half 2016 performance …
