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 …
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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 …
2026 Zeekr 7X facelift on display in Beijing – now 900V system; up to 795 PS, 802 km CLTC; from RM133k
Joining the new Zeekr 009 and 8X at the ongoing Auto China (also known as Auto Beijing) is the facelifted 7X, which went on sale in its home market back in October …
2026 Zeekr 8X on display in Beijing – 2.0T PHEV with up to 1,400 PS, 1,205 km WLTP hybrid; from RM207k
Following the reveal of the Zeekr 8X – a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) - in January this year, the brand’s new SUV that slots in below the flagship 9X has now …
2026 Zeekr 009 facelift debuts in Beijing – new 900V system, swivel seats; up to 925 PS, 740 km CLTC
The Zeekr 009 has received its second update after the previous one that came about in July 2024. The revised electric MPV is making its debut at this year’s Auto China (also …
Why did Proton buy over Lotus back in 1996? Former CEO Tengku Mahaleel shares the full story
Proton’s acquisition of an 80% stake in Lotus in October 1996 is well known, but why did Malaysia’s first carmaker initiate the deal? At Lotus Cars Malaysia’s 30th anniversary celebration recently, Tengku …
smart Concept #2 teased again ahead of Beijing debut
Ahead of this year’s Auto Beijing (also referred to as Auto China) that is set to open its doors later this week, smart has released official design sketches as well as detail …
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia announces new 4S centre located in Miri, Sarawak – operated by Auto Pacifica
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has announced the relocation and upgrade of the Mitsubishi showroom in Miri, Sarawak to a 4S (sales, service, spare parts and body and paint) centre. The new facility …
Mat Rempits ride against traffic to evade police op – 751 summonses issued, 98 motorcycles seized
During an integrated operation along Jalan Tun Razak yesterday, several Mat Rempit attempted to avoid police cordons by riding against the flow of traffic. As reported by Bernama, Kuala Lumpur Traffic investigation …
Lotus Cars celebrates 30 years being in Malaysia with historic model showcase and announces future plans
Lotus Cars Malaysia recently celebrated its 30th anniversary with an event held under the theme ‘3 Decades. 1 Future.’, which looked back at the brand’s journey here that started in 1996 as …
2026 Toyota Yaris Cross launching in Malaysia soon – twin to Perodua Traz; will we get a hybrid option?
The Toyota Yaris Cross will soon be launched in Malaysia, as UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has teased the arrival of the B-segment SUV on its social media pages - it was sighted …
