Two-hour limit for metered parking in busy KL areas
Starting from July 18, on-road, metered parking will now be limited to two hours in certain areas in Kuala Lumpur, The Sun reports. The limited time ruling will cover metered roadside parking …
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Nissan Serena S-Hybrid Tuned by Impul launched in Malaysia – two variants, RM146k and RM156k
Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has given the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid a bit of flair, with the introduction of the dressed-up Serena S-Hybrid Tuned by Impul in the country. Two Impul variants …
Automakers recall 1.3 million cars in Japan over faulty Takata airbags – further recalls overseas likely
The Takata airbag saga continues on as another spate of recalls take place, this time in Japan. A number of Japanese automakers have issued a recall for around 1.3 million cars domestically, …
Police issue stern warning to remove strobe lights
The police have warned motorists that the use of any unauthorised strobe lights is illegal, and they should remove these fittings immediately. Failure to do so may see vehicles fitted with such …
BMW X6 xDrive35i M Sport CKD – now RM628,800 with special 100th Year Anniversary Celebrations pricing
BMW Malaysia has announced that it has revised the pricing of the CKD BMW X6 xDrive35i M Sport. When the locally-assembled sport activity coupe was launched in the country last September, it …
UMW Toyota issues two separate recalls for Toyota Prius, Lexus CT200h – around 9,000 vehicles involved
Following Toyota's global recall of 1.4 million Toyota Prius, Prius Plug-in Hybrid and the Lexus CT200h for a problem with their curtain shield airbag modules, UMW Toyota has announced a recall for …
2017 Ford Ranger – Australian update introduces SYNC 3 and new driver assist tech into the kit list
Ford Australia has announced that the Ford Ranger T6 facelift has been given a number of equipment updates for the 2017 model year - new kit for the pick-up is led by …
Penang takes action against OKU parking offenders – 243 violations recorded from January to May this year
In April, the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) said it was planning to enforce the use of OKU parking lots on the island, saying that vehicles parked in such lots and not …
Proton offering free 20-point safety inspection at selected Petronas stations, in conjunction with Raya
In conjunction with the Hari Raya festive season, Proton has announced that it will be providing a free 20-point safety inspection at selected Petronas stations. The initiative is in collaboration with Petronas …
2017 Porsche Panamera – second-gen debuts in Berlin
The wraps have officially come off the 2017 Porsche Panamera, the new iteration of the four-door coupé making its debut in Berlin. While the shape remains unmistakable, the second-gen displays a sleeker, …
Ford’s Indonesian dealers demand US$74 mil in compensation following automaker’s withdrawal
Ford's announcement early this year that it was pulling out of the Indonesian market this year hasn't gone down well with its local sales network. Six dealers in the republic have issued …
Honda Malaysia confirms latest Takata airbag-related death – three recall notices already sent to City owner
Honda Malaysia has officially confirmed that the Takata single stage (SDI) driver’s airbag inflator in a 2005 Honda City ruptured in a crash on June 26, which resulted in the tragic death …
KTM Komuter to deploy additional trains on July 1-10
In conjunction with Hari Raya celebrations, Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) has announced that it will be deploying six additional Komuter trains from July 1-10. However, Bernama reports that the extra trains will …
Go-To-Safety-Points now at 512 Petronas stations
The Go-To-Safety-Points (GTSP) programme, in which the public can go to petrol stations to seek help during emergencies, is now running at 512 Petronas stations nationwide, Bernama reports. The number of stations …
Uber defined as illegal, service banned by Sabah CVLB
Uber is finding no joy in Sabah - the ride-sharing service has only been operating in Kota Kinabalu for less than a month, but has now been banned by the Sabah Commercial …
VIDEO: Kid sparks a lighter inside a car while it is being refuelled, setting the entire cabin ablaze
An incident that occurred at a petrol station in Kelantan has served as a stark reminder that one should take every precaution while refuelling a vehicle. In the incident, which took place …
Droupr – local intercity ride-sharing service debuts
Tired of trying to scour and secure transportation back to the hometown during festive seasons? Buses and trains not cutting it for you? Well, the introduction of a new ride-sharing service may …
Mercedes-Benz to launch electric sub-brand – report
Daimler is reportedly planning to launch an electric car brand to go up against BMW's i as well as the likes of Tesla Motors. Sources have revealed that the sub-brand is set …
F15 BMW X5 xDrive40e M Sport plug-in hybrid SUV launched in Malaysia – RM388,800 OTR w/o insurance
BMW Malaysia has officially introduced the F15 BMW X5 xDrive40e in the country, and the locally-assembled plug-in hybrid SUV makes its debut here in M Sport form, rolling in at RM388,800 on-the-road …
Volkswagen says corrective measures are ongoing
Volkswagen's TOGETHER - Strategy 2025 outline that was presented to shareholders didn't just talk about future technology and product plans. The measures undertaken by the automaker in the wake of its dieselgate …
