Tesla Model S and X production has ended at Fremont
The ‘S3XY’ era is officially over, as Tesla has announced that production of the Model S and X has ended at the company’s Fremont Factory in California. Both electric vehicles (EVs) were …
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Proton eMas 5 launched in Singapore – same specs as Malaysia; Premium only priced at RM495k with COE
After being previewed at this year’s Singapore Motorshow in January, the Proton eMas 5 has now officially gone on sale in the island republic. Launched at The Car Expo which took place …
Top 20 EV brands in Apr 2026 – Proton consistent with 2.4k, BYD up 60%; Perodua joins in 14th, Toyota 16th
Proton continues to dominate when it comes to electric vehicle (EV) registrations this year. According to the latest data from the road transport department (JPJ) for the month ending April 2026, a …
Top 20 car brands in April 2026 – Perodua back to over 32k, Proton 18k; Mitsu on form, Jetour outsold Chery
The road transport department (JPJ) has released its latest vehicle registration data for the month ending April 2026, with Perodua once again being on top. With 32,065 units registered last month, Perodua …
Dongfeng Nissan NX8 on display in Beijing – available with EV or REEV powertrain; priced from RM92k
Following its launch in China last month, the Dongfeng Nissan NX8 was put on display at the recent Auto China (also known as Auto Beijing). A product of the Dongfeng Motor Group …
Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE005 launched in Malaysia – sizes from 15-20 inches; RRP from RM351
Bridgestone Malaysia today launched the Potenza Adrenalin RE005, the latest generation of the Japanese brand’s sports tyre that succeeds the RE004. Aimed at drivers seeking sporty performance, confident wet handling and everyday …
Lexus TZ debuts as brand’s first three-row EV SUV – 408 PS AWD, up to 530 km WLTP; luxury Highlander
The Lexus TZ has made its debut as the brand’s first three-row, all-electric SUV that will go on sale in the North America near the end of 2026. Other markets that will …
2026 Xiaomi SU7 in Beijing – up to 902 km CLTC, 690 PS; from RM126k; over 80,000 orders since launch
The updated Xiaomi SU7 was put on display at the recent Auto China (also known as Auto Beijing) following its launch in March this year. Like the pre-update model, the refreshed offering …
Lego Speed Champions gains new entry – set 77260 is the Toyota Supra Mk4 from The Fast and the Furious
Lego has launched a new 292-piece model of the A80 Toyota Supra from The Fast and the Furious, the first movie in the long-running franchise that is celebrating its 25th anniversary this …
Lepas Malaysia signs 20 dealers before brand launch
Lepas Malaysia has announced it has signed distribution agreements with 20 key partners as it prepares to launch its first model here. This comes a few months after the company revealed earlier …
2026 Subaru Crosstrek launched in Malaysia – 2.0L NA, CVT; EyeSight 4.0 ADAS; CBU, RM190,788 OTR
Following a surprise preview in late March this year, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek is now officially on sale in Malaysia. Previously known as the XV, the third generation of the brand’s crossover …
2026 Xpeng GX shown in Beijing – flagship SUV; EV up to 750 km CLTC, REEV 1,585 km combined; fr RM232k
This is the Xpeng GX, the brand’s latest SUV that was put on display at this year’s Auto China (also known as Auto Beijing). Sitting at the top of the company’s SUV …
Lynk & Co Time to Shine concept in Beijing – two-door, 2+2 coupe GT with deployable aero; 0-100 km/h in 2s
Lynk & Co showed its first-ever GT concept car at this year’s Auto China to celebrate its 10th anniversary, although the brand isn’t confirming if a production version is on its way. …
2026 Xpeng P7 on display in Beijing – up to 820 km CLTC, 594 PS; from RM118k; to be previewed at KLIMS
The latest Xpeng P7 was on display at this year’s Auto China (also known as Auto Beijing) following its refresh in March this year. This comes less than a year after the …
GAC GS3 Emzoom updated in Malaysia – Premium R gets new grille, 2-tone colours; same price fr RM 117k
WTC Automotif (WCTA), a Warisan TC Holdings subsidiary, has updated the GAC GS3 Emzoom in Malaysia, with the locally-assembled (CKD) B-segment SUV receiving a few styling updates to enhance its visual appeal. …
Honda Malaysia announces 10-year hybrid battery and components warranty for e:HEV and i-DCD models
As part of its ongoing ‘Hybrid Done Right’ campaign, Honda Malaysia has announced that starting May 1, 2026, new e:HEV hybrid models sold in the country will come with a 10-year, unlimited-mileage …
2026 Mitsubishi Xforce sees 900 units delivered to customers in Malaysia within first month of launch
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has announced it has delivered 900 units of the Mitsubishi Xforce in April, the same month the B-segment was launched. At the time, the company revealed that it …
Toyotsu Binter Malaysia appointed Dunlop distributor – new products, dealer network expansion planned
Dunlop is charting a new direction in Malaysia with the appointment of Toyotsu Binter Malaysia (TBM) as the tyre brand’s exclusive distributor here. Supported by improved nationwide accessibility, closer engagement with dealer …
Updated Zeekr X launching in Malaysia in Q2 2026
The facelifted Zeekr X will be coming to Malaysia this year, with Zeekr Malaysia confirming to paultan.org that the updated electric hatchback is expected to arrive here in the second quarter of …
Zeekr 009 facelift with 900V system is China-exclusive for now – Malaysia introduction under evaluation
The Zeekr 009 recently got another update in China, with the big change being the switch to a 900-volt electrical architecture. Originally, the electric MPV debuted with a 400-volt system before being …
