BMW Malaysia’s H1 2018 sales up 11%, MINI up 18%
At the unveiling of the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance at the BMW X Range Roadshow at Bangsar Shopping Centre today, BMW Group Malaysia took the opportunity to announce its first half of …
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BMW Concept X7 iPerformance makes SEA debut in KL, previews flagship SUV that will hit market in 2019
The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance is making its first appearance in Southeast Asia in Kuala Lumpur, where it's the showpiece of the BMW X Range Roadshow at Bangsar Shopping Centre. The concept …
Nissan Juke production at Sunderland hits 1m units
Eight years after the funky crossover shocked the market, the one millionth Nissan Juke has rolled off the line at the Sunderland plant in the UK. On average, a new Juke is …
Maserati Levante SUV gets new entry 350 hp petrol V6
The Maserati Levante is now available with a 3.0 litre V6 engine with 350 hp, which is the MY19 SUV's entry level petrol variant. This engine, which boasts "Maserati’s signature sound", will …
‘It’s OK, just forget Vision 2020’ – Tun Mahathir responds to public’s rejection of new national car idea
It appears that the majority of Malaysians did not respond very warmly to prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad idea of a new national car project to replace his beloved Proton. Are …
Renault becomes auto partner of Paris Saint-Germain
Renault and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have signed an official partnership, linking the two organisations for the next three seasons. PSG, which has the likes of World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe and Brazil's …
Temporary closure for Port Dickson toll exit slip road
PLUS has announced a temporary closure of the Port Dickson toll plaza (northbound) exit slip road from July 16-20, from 8pm to 8am. This is to facilitate pavement upgrading works. As such, …
Number plates earned Perlis JPJ RM45m in two years
Number plates are serious business these days, and while the new government has put a stop to privately issued number plates, there are still some attractive "running series" numbers available. Perlis, with …
BMW to build MINI EV in China, new JV with Great Wall
BMW and Great Wall Motor (GWM) recently signed an agreement to produce MINI electric vehicles through a new 50:50 joint venture based in China. The new JV, called Spotlight Automotive Limited and …
Proton to improve products and after-sales; sees Japanese as competitors, not Perodua – CEO
Proton will be moving upmarket, and will eventually compete with Japanese marques such as Honda and Toyota, and not market leader Perodua. This was mentioned by Proton CEO Li Chunrong at the …
LRT3 project goes ahead, but costs reduced by 47% – 6 stations axed, smaller buildings, less/shorter trains
The LRT3 project linking Bandar Utama to Klang will go ahead, but with final costs reduced by 47%, from RM31.65 billion to RM16.63 billion, finance minister Lim Guan Eng announced yesterday. Nothing …
Lotus Exige Type 49 and 79 ‘Celebration’ cars unveiled
There's no shortage of special editions when it comes to Lotus, but this one's pretty desirable. Hethel has unveiled two unique Celebration cars, the Exige Type 49 and 79, at the Goodwood …
Millennium Welt appointed as BMW Motorrad representative for East Coast, dealership in Kuantan
BMW Group Malaysia has appointed Millennium Welt as its representative for the BMW Motorrad brand in Kuantan and the East Coast region. Millennium Welt is no stranger to the group, as it …
Proton resumes exports to Middle East; Gen2, Persona
Proton has resumed exports to the Middle East, the first time it is shipping out cars since Geely became a partner. A symbolic flag-off ceremony was held at Westport in Port Klang …
Govt introduces raft of new rules for Grab, e-hailing drivers – PSV license, Puspakom, max commission
Drivers for ride hailing or e-hailing services such as Grab will have to comply with a raft of new rules set by the government to ensure a level playing field between the …
Seat brand to enter China in 2020-2021, JV with JAC
Seat is heading to China. Volkswagen Group China and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group (JAC), the partners in the JAC Volkswagen Automotive joint venture, and Seat have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) …
New Bugatti Divo teased – 40 units, €5m, Aug 24 debut
Thought the Bugatti Chiron Sport was extreme? The maker of some of the fastest cars in the world has something even more limited and hardcore up its sleeve - the Bugatti Divo …
New Peugeot 508 coming to Malaysia in Q2 2019
The new Peugeot 508, which international press drive event is currently ongoing in Monte Carlo, has been confirmed for the Malaysian market. Official importer Nasim tells paultan.org that the second-generation 508 is …
Maxus Tarantula Concept – production midsize SUV confirmed for mid 2019, 80% similar to showcar
This is the Maxus Tarantula Concept that was showcased at the Beijing Auto Show in April. It may look like nothing more than a flight of fancy from a brand known for …
Maxus T60 pick-up truck coming to Malaysia this year, Fortuner-rivalling D90 7-seater SUV possible in 2019
Maxus, known for its commercial vehicles and the G10 MPV, will be venturing into the pick-up truck market in Malaysia. Weststar Maxus is set to introduce the Maxus T60 pick-up truck here …
