2022 World Car of the Year – list of finalists announced
The finalists for the 2022 World Car of the Year (WCOTY) have been announced, with 10 models having been shortlisted for the top prize in this year's awards. Asian manufacturers are well …
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Sisma Auto opens premium multi-brand 3S centre
Sisma Auto has announced the opening of its Sisma Auto Hub, a premium multi-brand 3S centre for customers to buy, sell or service any brand of luxury car. The facility occupies the …
Great Wall Motor returning to Malaysian market in 2022 – Haval H6, Jolion, Ora Good Cat EV expected models
Great Wall Motor (GWM) has announced plans to expand its business in Southeast Asia by adding Malaysia and three other countries to its regional operations this year. This was revealed by Elliot …
Gov’t urged to bear the temporary rise in fuel prices – business groups say electricity tariff hike “damaging”
Last month, the government announced that there would be no increase in electricity tariffs for domestic users in February despite previously indicating it would introduce them as part of revisions set under …
February 2022 week two fuel price – RON 97 up 9 sen
It's Wednesday, and so it's time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail prices of fuel for the coming week of February …
Foxconn and PTT to start producing EVs in Thailand in 2024 – new factory able to build 50,000 units a year
Thailand's state-owned energy group PTT has announced that it will begin producing electric vehicles (EVs) in the Kingdom from 2024, doing so via its partnership with Foxconn (Hon Hai Precision Industry). It …
W206 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sighted in Malaysia – C200 Avantgarde and C300 AMG Line debut models
The W206 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been sighted in Malaysia, signaling that a market debut is around the corner. Yesterday, reader CJ spotted a couple of transporters waiting to unload a number of …
Gov’t looking to implement new law to penalise toll evaders when multi-lane free flow begins in 2025
The government is looking to implement a new law that will penalise toll evaders when the multi-lane free flow (MLFF) system is introduced in 2025 for electronic toll collection on highways and …
48 tech companies, including Qualcomm and Nokia, demanding patent fees from Toyota, Honda and Nissan
With connectivity very much at the forefront of vehicle technology these days, it's no surprise to see more tech companies being involved in providing software and solutions for the growing trend. However, …
Transport ministry says driving schools will not be punished for former students’ traffic offences
The transport ministry says that driving institutes will not have their permits revoked or their businesses suspended for accidents or traffic offences caused by their former students. According to transport minister Datuk …
2022 Nissan Ariya EV teased in ETCM’s CNY video, hinting at a possible Malaysian introduction this year
After a long period of quiet, 2022 promises to be a year packed with activity on the Nissan front, because it isn't just the Kicks B-segment crossover that was teased in Edaran …
Malaysian taxi drivers want gov’t to launch its own nationwide e-hailing platform to replace private apps
Taxi drivers have called on the government to develop its own ride-hailing service that can be used across the nation, saying that such a move would ensure a fair distribution of wealth …
February 2022 week one fuel price – all unchanged
Happy Chinese New Year! It's time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail prices of fuel for the coming week of February …
Mercedes-Benz partners with ProLogium to develop solid-state battery tech, to invest in battery maker
Taiwanese battery maker ProLogium and Mercedes-Benz have entered into a cooperation agreement to develop next-generation solid-state batteries. According to ProLogium, Mercedes-Benz is set to make a significant "high double-digit" million euro investment …
Daimler to be renamed Mercedes-Benz Group on Feb 1
A year after it announced the spin-off of its truck and bus division, Daimler will formally be renamed Mercedes-Benz Group AG on February 1, in a move its CEO hopes will unlock …
Only 4,227 online applications received so far for flood-related automotive aid, says finance ministry
The government says that response to its subsidy for the repair of a flood-damaged vehicle has been low, with only 4,227 applications for automotive aid with an estimated claim value of RM5.47 …
Should you use 0W or 5W/10W engine oil on your car?
https://youtu.be/KrNwyaESVe4 Ah, motor oils. A subject that invites plenty of opinions, from brands and types to weight, or more specifically, the viscosity. The last is in itself full of polarising viewpoints - …
Registrations of EVs in Malaysia on hold as JPJ is unclear about road tax exemption for electric cars
Hiccups are to be expected at the start of any scheme or initiative, and this is very much the case with electric vehicles (EVs) in Malaysia, although no one could have seen …
UPM’s Team Salvus wins 2021 Shell Varsity Challenge
Shell Malaysia has announced that Team Salvus from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) has been crowned national champions of this year's #ShellSelamatSampai Varsity Challenge. The annual inter-varsity challenge, which was introduced in 2017, …
Speed limit on federal and state roads reduced for CNY – movement of heavy vehicles also banned or limited
The works ministry has announced that the speed limit on federal and state roads will be reduced in conjunction with Ops Bersepadu and the road safety campaign implemented for the upcoming Chinese …
