Zeekr takes control of Lynk & Co as merger completes
As indicated last November, Geely has finally re-organised its electric vehicle brands with the consolidation of Zeekr and Lynk & Co. In a statement, Zeekr - which now holds a controlling 51% …
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Denza D9 previewed in Malaysia – BYD’s premium EV MPV with up to 520 km range, est. below RM300k
Last September, it was announced that BYD would be bringing its Denza brand to Malaysia in the first quarter of this year, and it looks like that market introduction is set to …
Wawasan Bintang, Pakatan Petroleum, Beriman Gold – who are these new alternatives to Puspakom?
Last Friday, the transport ministry (MoT) announced the appointment of three new motor vehicle inspection services (PPKM) besides Puspakom. Transport minister Anthony Loke said that these appointments were made in line with …
Up to 20% price increase on kapchais in 2026 will burden B40 – MMSDA urges review of OMV/402 issue
In January, it was confirmed by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) that government had provided a deferment for the implementation of the Excise (Determination of Value of Locally Manufactured Goods for the …
Lorry associations say peak-hour ban on highways will disrupt supply chains, increase industry costs
Earlier this month, the government announced that from February 19, lorries would be banned from using certain highways to and from Kuala Lumpur during peak hours in a bid to reduce traffic …
JPJePlate for EVs – plate design being replicated and used on ICE vehicles, which is not legally allowed
Launched last September, there's no denying that the JPJePlate, which is specifically meant for use on electric vehicles (EV), provides the type with a unique identity through its distinct physical appearance. Now, …
Perodua to double investments to RM1.6 bil in 2025, focus on greater self-reliance, R&D on new models
Perodua may have recorded its best-ever year in terms of sales in 2024, selling a whopping 358,102 units last year, and though it is projecting slightly lower numbers this year, the undisputed …
LPT3 project not finalised, as concessionaire’s capabilities need to be examined – Ahmad Maslan
The government has yet to decide on the construction of the proposed East Coast Expressway 3 (LPT 3), said deputy works minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. Nothing has been finalised because there …
Government to continue offering 50% toll discount for all festive seasons in 2025 – works minister
Following the move to offer a 50% highway toll discount for Chinese New Year, the government has announced that a 50% toll discount will be implemented during all festive seasons in 2025 …
Fire destroys electronic waste and EV battery collection plant in Bukit Rambai, Melaka
An electronic waste and electric vehicle (EV) battery collection plant in Melaka was destroyed in a fire yesterday. The facility, located in the Bukit Rambai Industrial Area, caught fire at around 12.50 …
Kuala Lumpur police crack down on Mat Rempits in special op – 1,500 vehicles inspected, five arrested
Kuala Lumpur police cracked down on Mat Rempit activity with a major traffic operation on Saturday night, checking around 1,500 vehicles along Jalan Loke Yew, Jalan Kuching and Jalan Tun Razak. During …
Toyota is the world’s top-selling automaker again, despite a drop in sales – 10.8 million units sold in 2024
Despite a slight drop in numbers, Toyota has held on to its position as the world's best-selling automaker for a fifth straight year. The Japanese automaker sold 10.8 million vehicles in 2024 …
KTM enhancing security measures in high-risk areas to curb track trespassing following fatal incident
Rail operator Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) says it is enhancing security measures in high-risk areas by deploying more auxiliary police personnel to prevent future track trespassing. This comes after a fatal trespassing …
Malaysian fuel prices February 2025 week 1 – diesel up 5 sen to RM3.18/litre, RON97 unchanged at RM3.43/litre
Happy Chinese New Year, folks! Being a Wednesday, it’s time for the usual round of the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail price for fuels …
Tesla and BMW join Chinese carmakers BYD, Geely and SAIC in taking EU to court over EV tariffs
Automakers are pushing back against the application of the tariffs imposed by the European Union on Chinese-built electric vehicles, which came into effect in late October year. Not surprisingly, the first action …
Speed limit on all federal roads in Malaysia reduced to 80 km/h from Jan 28 to Feb 2 for Chinese New Year
The works ministry (KKR) has announced that the speed limit on federal roads nationwide will be temporarily reduced by 10 km/h for six days from January 28 to February 2 in conjunction …
End free toll for festive seasons – economic experts
The flip-flop over the decision on ending free toll during festive periods has been amusing, to say the least, but some quarters are saying that the government should have stuck to its …
Denza – BYD’s premium brand forges its own identity
Denza, which is set to make its official Malaysian debut very soon, may be a new name for many here, but the brand itself isn’t a fresh face, having been around for …
JPJ opens its new Putrajaya office in Galeria PJH – improved capacity, increased scope of services
The road transport department (JPJ) today opened its new Putrajaya office at Level 1, Galeria PJH Precinct 4 commercial building. This follows on the surprise visit by the chief secretary to the …
More than 15,000 vehicles inspected by authorities during various new year’s eve traffic ops nationwide
With many out and about and making their way around during new year's eve, it's no surprise to know that the road transport department (JPJ) and police was too, and not just …
