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 …
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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 …
DBKL drops new hourly parking rates for Taman Tun
Two days ago, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) began charging its new hourly parking rate in a number of areas within the city’s central business district (CBD). Under the new rate structure, …
KL-Singapore HSR – Malaysia and Singapore to ensure tender process will be carried out fairly, transparently
At yesterday's signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Malaysia and Singapore to facilitate the KL-Singapore high-speed rail (HSR) project, both countries said they will ensure that the tender awarding process …
KL-Singapore HSR MoU signed – operational by 2026
Malaysia and Singapore today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to facilitate the KL-Singapore high-speed rail (HSR) project, with a legally-binding bilateral agreement set to follow by the end of this year, …
Rolls-Royce Dawn – drophead premieres in Malaysia
The Rolls-Royce Dawn made its Malaysian premiere earlier this morning, and pricing for the four-seater super-luxury drophead starts from RM4 million on. The open-top offering is essentially the convertible version of the …
SPAD backs mandatory use of speed limiters on buses
Transport minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai's call to have all express and intercity buses equipped with a speed limiter with immediate effect has received the backing of the Land Public Transport …
Perodua Bezza prices revealed – RM37k to RM51k
While the Perodua Bezza hasn't been officially launched yet, bookings have opened for the car as of today with a RM300 booking fee, and the national carmaker has now revealed the official …
Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Spitfire 80 – limited-edition run pays homage to the historic WW2 fighter
A limited-edition run of the Aston Martin V12 Vantage S has been launched to mark the 80th anniversary of the Supermarine Spitfire fighter plane's first flight. The Spitfire 80 isn't actually a …
Use of speed limiters on buses to be enforced – Liow
All express and intercity buses will have to be equipped with a speed limiter with immediate effect. Announcing the mandatory move, transport minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said the ruling was …
Perodua Bezza sedan – order books open on July 16
Perodua has announced that its new Bezza sedan will be open for booking at all 181 showrooms across the country from this Saturday, July 16. As detailed in both our first drive …
Perodua Bezza – initial specifications of the new sedan
You've read our first drive report on the new Perodua Bezza - the automaker's first-ever sedan will be launched very soon, but ahead of that, here are the relevant details about the …
Hyundai Elantra Sport makes its American debut
Back in April, Hyundai launched the Elantra Sport in its domestic market. Now, it's the turn of the North American version to be unveiled, and the 2017 Elantra Sport arrives with virtually …
Place SPAD back under transport ministry, group says
The proposal to abolish the public service vehicle (PSV) licence for taxi service and e-hailing providers isn't just drawing flak from the taxi industry and driving institutes. The Malaysian Public Transport Users …
Lotus Evora 400 Blue & Orange edition – limited run Exclusive series gets a colour scheme chosen by fans
This is a limited run Lotus Evora 400 variant called the Blue & Orange edition, and what's special about this one is that the colour scheme has been chosen by car enthusiasts, …
