Central Spine Road Raub by-pass to open on June 25
The works ministry has announced that a by-pass around the town of Raub on the Central Spine Road (CSR) is set to be opened on June 25. The by-pass is part of …
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Formulating a targeted subsidy mechanism ‘complex’, but gov’t working on it as fast as possible – Anwar
The government is still in the midst of formulating its proposed targeted subsidy mechanism, and it may be a while before anything is announced. According to prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, …
BYD overtakes Tesla to become Singapore’s top-selling EV brand for the first five months of 2023
BYD has overtaken Tesla as the top-selling electric vehicle brand in Singapore, with the Chinese automaker surging ahead of the American brand in units sold for the first five months of 2023, …
Still a lack of EV charging stations in Malaysia – MOSTI
In March last year, the government - under the previous administration - reiterated its aim to have 10,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in place by 2025, as initially outlined in 2021 …
MyEG and Oyika to collaborate on electric scooter battery-swapping programme for a trial period
Last September, smart battery swapping provider Oyika announced that it was set to launch its “Battery-as-a-Service” for electric scooters in Malaysia in the near term, with rollout of its battery swapping stations …
2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class sedan facelift in Malaysia – A200 Progressive, A250 4Matic AMG Line, fr RM239k
Teased earlier this week, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has officially introduced the facelifted fourth-gen A-Class sedan in the country. The updated V177 makes its debut in two locally-assembled forms, the A 200 Progressive …
REVIEW: 2023 Honda WR-V RS – driving the Ativa rival
Opening up a new card doesn’t guarantee the draw will ensure commercial success, especially when it involves going into an unfamiliar arena, but Honda Malaysia is banking on the Honda WR-V's arrival …
2023 Volvo EX30 debuts – EV SUV with up to 422 hp, 480 km range, LFP/NMC battery, RWD/AWD options
The wraps have officially come off the Volvo EX30, with the Swedish automaker unveiling its smallest SUV in Milan earlier today. It's the brand’s second dedicated EV with no option of an …
Targeted subsidy for electricity to be announced at the end of the year, when PADU database is established
More on the targeted subsidy policy that the government is planning to introduce next year, this time from the electricity perspective. According to natural resources, environment and climate change minister Nik Nazmi …
Allianz Truck Warrior – roadside assistance/towing for goods vehicles up to 7.5t with a RM120 policy add-on
When it comes to vehicle breakdowns, there's no distinction to a vehicle's size. Most people are familiar with tow trucks and the scope of assistance they provide when a mishap or breakdown …
Targeted subsidy policy won’t impact high-income group – T20 able to afford it, say economic experts
The government's plans to remove the current blanket subsidy and replace it with a targeted subsidy policy - which will begin with diesel and electricity, and later expanded to RON 95 petrol …
EON appointed as Pro-Net dealer, to begin retail sales of smart #1 EV at its Glenmarie facility from Q4 2023
Proton New Energy Technology (Pro-Net) has confirmed the appointment of Edaran Otomobil Nasional (EON) as an official dealer for smart EVs in Malaysia. The dealership will begin selling the smart #1 when …
Update your current address, JPJ tells vehicle owners
The road transport department (JPJ) says that vehicle owners have to update their current address to ensure authorities can easily contact them, especially when notifications are sent out to owners after their …
Mechanism for targeted fuel subsidy almost finalised – progress at 75%, a few issues left, says Ahmad Maslan
The government says that the mechanism for the targeted fuel subsidy that is expected to be introduced next year is close to being finalised. According to deputy finance minister Datuk Seri Ahmad …
RON97 petrol price May 2023 week five update – premium fuel price unchanged at RM3.35 per litre
It's Wednesday yet again, which means it's time once more for the weekly fuel price update, as the ministry of finance announces the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of …
Household net disposable income metrics to be used for accurate distribution of targeted subsidies – Rafizi
The government is set to adopt a new approach to help refine its planned targeted subsidy scheme, which will begin with diesel and electricity. According to economy minister Rafizi Ramli, the approach …
Works ministry acknowledges shortcomings of RFID toll system, says steps being taken to address issues
The public works ministry (KKR) has acknowledged that there are technical shortcomings with regards to the implementation of radio frequency identification (RFID) for toll collection, but said that steps are being taken …
Gov’t has no plans to abolish tolls at present, due to significant financial implications – works minister
Works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the government has no intention of taking over existing highway concessionaires to abolish tolls at present, the Malay Mail reports. He said this in …
Sambung bayar contracts are not legally valid – KPDN
It's well known that vehicle pawning, or sambung bayar, in which someone pays monthly instalments to "own" a vehicle that legally does not belong to them, has been around for a long …
Three contra-flow lanes to be added in Kuala Lumpur from July 3 to help ease traffic congestion – Loke
The transport ministry has announced that it has agreed with Kuala Lumpur city hall's (DBKL) proposal to implement contra-flow lanes at three locations in KL from July 3 to ease traffic congestion. …
