Peugeot 408 now with 2yr free insurance worth RM10k
Launched in Malaysia in April, the Peugeot 408 is one of the more interesting cars you can buy today. You can argue till the cows come home if it's an SUV, a …
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Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns abruptly
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares (pic above, left) yesterday resigned with immediate effect, way earlier than his scheduled 2026 retirement. The company has begun the process of appointing his replacement, "to be concluded …
Geely enters Thailand, Indonesia, Australia – what happened to using Proton for RHD, ASEAN markets?
The launches of the EX5 (or Geely Galaxy E5, or Proton eMas 7) in Thailand, and Aletra in Indonesia, mean that Geely per se is now in these major ASEAN markets. The …
Negeri Sembilan committed to installing EV chargers
Following news that the investment, trade and industry ministry (MITI) is working on having DC EV chargers in all Selangor and Johor districts, the Negeri Sembilan state government has chimed in, stating …
KL Monorail to get three more train sets, undergo RM16.81m upgrade – auto platform gates at all stations
A total of RM16.81 million has been allocated for the phased upgrade of all 11 KL Monorail stations, including RM6.81 million for automatic platform gates (APG) throughout and RM10 million for lift …
Legal Liability to Passengers motor insurance add-on could become compulsory in Malaysia soon?
The transport ministry will examine the implications of making car insurance compulsory for private car passengers, as it could significantly impact insurance costs for vehicle owners, reports Bernama, with transport minister Anthony …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia collaborates with hotels, golf courses and CPOs to expand EV charging network
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has partnered several hotels, golf courses and charging point operators (CPO) to expand its EV charging network for its customers in the country. The lifestyle destinations in question are …
MITI wants DC chargers in all Selangor, Johor districts
The investment, trade and industry ministry (MITI) is collaborating with the Selangor and Johor state governments to ensure that every district has at least one DC EV charger, Bernama reports. MITI deputy …
Gentari, Mastercard team up to boost EV adoption
In support of Malaysia's Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint 2021-2030 and National Energy Transition Roadmap, Gentari subsidiary Gentari Green Mobility and Mastercard have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly explore ways to …
Proton X70 gets MYTV Mana-Mana digital TV app
Proton X70 owners can now access MYTV Mana-Mana's extensive content library directly through their IHU-enabled vehicles using Proton's pre-installed internet connectivity, thanks to a collaboration between MYTV, Aco Tech and Proton. MYTV …
Hyundai, Inokom to form strategic partnership – RM2.16b to assemble EV batteries, upgrade capacity
More details on Hyundai Motor Company's (HMC) RM2.16 billion investment into Malaysia - it involves a strategic partnership between the Korean carmaker and Inokom to upgrade the latter's capacity to meet Hyundai's …
Jaguar boss defends rebranding: ‘If we play the same way as everybody else, we’ll just get drowned out’
By now, not only will you have seen Jaguar's controversial 'Copy Nothing' rebranding campaign, you'll also have seen the immense public reaction to it worldwide, along the lines of 'woke', that it …
Hyundai to open RM2.16bil plant in Kulim next year
Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) is set to open its first plant in Malaysia next year with an investment valued at RM2.16 billion, Bernama reports. Investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Datuk Seri …
Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia wins Retailer of the Year 2023/2024 award for Asia-Pacific region – fifth title
Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia (JLR Malaysia) has been named JLR's Retailer of the Year for the Asia Pacific region for the fifth time and fourth year in a row. "JLR Malaysia's extraordinary …
Elderly drivers: Health check in order to renew lesen?
In 2020, 8.9% of road accidents involved elderly drivers aged 60 and up. The next year it became 9.2%, and the following year it was 12%, Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research …
Aletra L8 EV MPV launched – Indonesian brand’s first product is based on Geely Jiaji L/Livan Maple 80V L
The Aletra L8 EV MPV has been launched in Indonesia at the ongoing Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week. The first product from Indonesian brand Aletra under PT Sinar Armada Globalindo (PT SAG) comes …
Dongfeng Box EV launched in Malaysia – RM101k-114k, 95 PS/160 Nm, 140 km/h, up to 430 km range
Malay Vehicle Importers and Traders Association of Malaysia (Pekema) subsidiary Central Auto Distributors has launched the little Dongfeng Box EV (called the Nammi 01 in China) in Malaysia. OTR prices before insurance …
Nissan Kicks e-Power open for booking in Malaysia, estimated below RM130k, 5-star ASEAN NCAP
Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has announced that the Nissan Kicks e-Power is now open for booking in Malaysia at an estimated price of below RM130,000, ahead of its launch next month, …
Tesla using components from Malaysian suppliers
The investment, trade and industry ministry (MITI) says Tesla has used components from about 45 Malaysian suppliers directly or indirectly to date, which also involves technology transfer to the suppliers, Bernama reports. …
Audi Q5 Sportback now RM145k cheaper, RM370k OTR
Malaysian Audi distributor PHS Automotive Malaysia has announced that the Audi Q5 Sportback is now priced at RM370,223.60, OTR before insurance - a whopping RM145,000 lower than immediately before. You can top …
