2023 Nissan Leaf facelift coming soon to Malaysia
Some news about the Nissan Leaf. Based on a teaser post on the Nissan Malaysia Facebook page last month, the second-gen ZE1, which was given a refresh last year, looks to be …
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Gov’t can save RM17 bil if T20 not given fuel subsidy
More on the fuel subsidy topic once again, with the government stating how much it could save if the top 20 (T20) income group was not given fuel subsidies. According to deputy …
Budget 2023: CBU EVs in Malaysia now tax free until end-2025; CKD exemption until December 31, 2027
Although it wasn’t mentioned during finance minister and prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s Budget 2023 speech earlier this evening, there are updates related to electric vehicle (EV) policies in the retabled …
Budget 2023 – all auto and transport-related points
Malaysia’s revised Budget 2023 (Bajet 2023) is presently being tabled by finance minister and prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in parliament. As with previous editions, we will be monitoring his speech …
RM18.8 million in vehicle losses from floods in 2022 – why Special Perils insurance add-on is necessary
There's no denying that floods have a substantial, far-reaching impact on those affected by them, and nowhere is this more evident when the losses caused by floods are measured on a financial …
Budget 2023 to be retabled by finance minister, PM Anwar Ibrahim at 4pm today – stay tuned for updates
Malaysia’s revised Budget 2023 (Bajet 2023) will be tabled by finance minister and prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in parliament at 4pm today. As with previous editions, we will be monitoring …
Government has no plans to review the tax and excise duty structure for automotive sector – Tengku Zafrul
The government has no plans to review the tax structure for the automotive sector, in particular that of excise duty because it is important for the industry’s development, according to minister of …
Government looking at extending the maximum renewal period of a driving licence to 10 years – Loke
If you've been wishing for the ability to renew your driving licence for a longer period than the maximum of five years that is allowed right now, your wish may come true …
EVs only for the rich? Gov’t looking at ways to reduce prices so more can afford them – Tengku Zafrul
Electric vehicle proponents say they save the environment, offer superlative performance and are cheaper to run than an internal combustion engine (ICE) equivalent. They are however not cheaper to buy, at least …
Study finds Land Rover, BMW drivers to have lower IQ
This might not go down well with BMW or Land Rover owners, but as the data obtained from an intelligence quotient (IQ) research test shows, you lot aren't the brightest around, based …
Several PJ roads, intersections to be closed in evening for contraflow route, for three months from March 1
The Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) has announced that it will close several roads and intersections for two and a half hours in the evening from March 1 to trial contraflow routes …
Malaysian gov’t has spent RM1.6 million on ministers’ official vehicles over the past three years – PM Anwar
Usually, the associated volume when leasing a vehicle fleet and maintaining it means that the cost incurred will be significant, and this is amplified further when you total up the amount spent …
Gov’t looking at more incentives for electrification, to begin using EVs, including hybrids, for its vehicle fleet
The government is reportedly fine-tuning steps to increase the number of electric cars (EVs), including hybrids, for its use as official vehicles. According to deputy minister of international trade and industry (MITI), …
Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival Season 6 kicks off – new faces in the racing series, prize money close to RM1mil
The Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival is now into Season 6, with the racing programme having kicked off its first round over the weekend at the Sepang International Circuit. The 2023 racing calendar …
TNB Electron DC charging network – seven more sites on PLUS coming this year, RM90 million allocated
Tenaga Nasional is set to expand its TNB Electron DC fast charging network with an additional seven DC fast charging points along the North-South Expressway (NSE) this year. This follows on the …
2023 Toyota GR Supra launched in Malaysia – six-speed manual and 8AT 3.0L versions, RM645k-655k
It has been a busy day for UMW Toyota Motor. Besides launching the Toyota GR Corolla, GR86, Corolla Cross GR Sport and Hilux GR Sport, the company also introduced the 2023 GR …
Jan 2023 Malaysian vehicle sales down by 35% – MAA
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of January 2023, announcing that a total of 49,461 vehicles were delivered to buyers last month. This is 27,196 …
Works ministry ramping up talks with MoF to open up toll payment options, no more Touch ‘n Go monopoly
The thing about monopolies are, like it or not, you're stuck with it. Most times, there are no gripes, but when you have a captive format involving the payment for essential services …
Multi-lane free flow toll system in Malaysia – gov’t aiming to speed up its implementation before 2025
The government says it is looking to expedite the implementation of a multi-lane free flow (MLFF) toll collection system in the country. According to works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, the …
Mercedes-Benz Agility+ financing now in Malaysia
When it comes to vehicle financing solutions, Mercedes-Benz Financial's Agility Financing has always provided the easiest and most hassle-free route into Mercedes-Benz ownership. Tailored to meet the requirements of each individual with …
