Call made to lower bike licence age limit from 16 to 15
With more than 90,000 students riding to school daily without a valid motorcycle licence, a suggestion has been made to lower the minimum age to obtain a licence from the existing 16 …
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Renault and Groupe PSA supposedly in talks with Proton over a possible strategic partnership – report
Renault and Groupe PSA - previously known as PSA Peugeot Citroen - are supposedly in talks with national automaker Proton over a possible strategic partnership, The Edge reports. The publication cites industry …
Graphene-based nanolubricants a performance leap from current motor oils, Malaysian research team finds
Recent research has shown that adding nanoparticles to automotive lubricants significantly enhances some of these fluids' properties. These tests have revealed that the inclusion of such nanofluids - synthesised using carbon nanotubes …
Gov’t says no decision made yet on PLUS toll hike
There's still no word on whether there will be an increase in toll rates for the PLUS highways, as The Sun reports. Works minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the government hasn't …
Shell Malaysia launches new V-Power campaign to highlight formulation’s fight against gunk, corrosion
Shell Malaysia has launched a new Shell V-Power campaign, one that's centred around protection. The aim of the campaign is to highlight the importance of using the right fuel to protect a …
Local taxi firm plans app to compete with Uber, Grab
In a bid to compete with ride-hailing services Uber and Grab, a taxi company will be launching a mobile application within the next few months, The Sun reports. Big Blue Taxi Services …
C205 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe launched in Malaysia – three variants, RM309k to RM389k
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has officially introduced the C205 C-Class Coupe in the country. First sighted locally last month, the latest addition to the brand's Dream Cars Collection in Malaysia goes on sale in …
About 80% of Klang Valley residents to stay within 400 metres of public transportation services by 2030
The government is projecting that by 2030, about 80% of residents in the Klang Valley will be expected to live within 400 metres of public transport services, the New Straits Times reports. …
BMW Premium Selection announces trade-in event
BMW Malaysia has announced that its BMW Premium Selection (BPS) approved used cars division will be offering special trade-in programmes over two weekends, in conjunction with its xDrive Xperience event taking place …
Matrade to help Proton in expanding export markets
The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) says it will be working closely with Proton to expand the national automaker's reach in terms of export markets, Bernama reports. The external trade promotion …
KL-Singapore HSR MoU to be signed in July – Najib
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) to facilitate the KL-Singapore high-speed rail (HSR) project is expected to be signed in July by Malaysia and Singapore, according to prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul …
Deputy PM says government will ensure all public transportation projects are implemented as planned
Deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says that the government will ensure that all projects, including those in the public transportation sector, will be implemented as planned with minimal or …
Efficient, reliable public transport a priority – Khairy
While the public transport system of a country is its backbone and an efficient and reliable system needs to be in place to ensure progress, Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin says …
UMW Toyota opens new 1S centre in Seri Kembangan
UMW Toyota has announced the opening of a new sales outlet in Seri Kembangan, Selangor. The 1S multi-level outlet, manned by a staff of 15, has a modern and spacious showroom as …
Toyota to build assembly plant in Malaysia – report
Toyota Motor Corporation is set to build a new factory in Malaysia, according to the Nikkei. While not citing sources, the publication has revealed initial details about the project through its Asian …
DBKL won’t bear costs of flood damage vehicles
Last week’s flash floods that occurred in the Klang Valley saw around 100 cars trapped in rising waters on several major roads, including Jalan Pantai Baru and Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim. Many …
BMW Malaysia introduces Ultimate Protection Insurance programme – extra coverage for car, owner
BMW Malaysia has introduced a new insurance programme that offers additional coverage for selected BMW vehicles as well as their owners and drivers. The Ultimate Protection Insurance, as it's called, is being …
Honda HR-V – Dark Ruby Red Pearl makes its debut
Announced last week, Honda Malaysia has officially introduced its Dark Ruby Red Pearl exterior colour for the HR-V, and some new images have also come about. The shade, similar to that introduced …
Nissan says Mitsubishi deal will result in huge savings
Nissan says its deal in acquiring a 34% equity stake in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) in the wake of the latter's crisis will provide it added manufacturing scale and result in cheaper …
Audi A6 1.8 TFSI – now priced from RM288,900 OTR
This will be just the thing if you happen to be in the market for an Audi A6 1.8 TFSI. The base-level offering of the revised C7 range in the country is …
