Ford Raptor Rev open for registration – January 11-12
Billed as "Malaysia's premier off-road experience", the Ford Raptor Rev event is set to take place January 11-12, 2025, 7am-7pm, at Bay 13 of the Sepang Circuit. Early bird registration is now …
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VW’s German plants need to be more efficient – CFO
Volkswagen chief financial officer Arno Antlitz has said that the company would need to cut its workforce if its German plants did not become more efficient, Reuters reports. "Today, our German plants …
Pahang aims to be East Coast EV production hub
Following further news on Malaysia's aim to become an ASEAN EV hub, and Selangor, Johor and Negeri Sembilan ramping up on EV charging infrastructure, Pahang has chimed in, with state investment, industry, …
Take JPJ recalls seriously, it’s for your safety – Loke
Transport minister Anthony Loke has reminded vehicle owners to be more attentive to Road Transport Department (JPJ) recalls, saying that although failure to comply is not an offence, they are for personal …
Malaysia has potential to become regional EV production hub, towards sustainable future – Fadillah
Malaysia has the potential to become a regional hub for EV production and innovation, said deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, according to a Bernama report. In his speech at yesterday's …
Nissan Hyper Tourer concept makes Malaysian debut
This is one of the more outlandish vehicles you'll see at the ongoing Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024. The Nissan Hyper Tourer concept was first shown at the Japan Mobility …
GAC M8 PHEV MPV previewed in Malaysia, Q1 launch?
The GAC M8 MPV has been previewed in Malaysia at the ongoing Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024, in right-hand drive (RHD) plug-in hybrid (PHEV) form. We're informed that Warisan Tan …
GAC Aion ES EV sedan launched in Malaysia: RM107k
The GAC Aion ES has been launched in Malaysia at the ongoing Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024. The EV sedan is offered in one variant priced at RM106,800. In conjunction …
2025 Toyota Camry XV80 launched in Malaysia – 2.5 hybrid, 230 PS, 1,250 km range, TSS 3.0, RM248,800
UMW Toyota Motor has launched the 2025 Toyota Camry at the ongoing Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024. The ninth-gen TNGA-based XV80 D-segment sedan comes in a sole 2.5 HEV hybrid …
Nissan Kicks e-Power launched in Malaysia, series hybrid, 129 PS, 280 Nm, 21.7 km/l, RM114k-126k
At long last, the Nissan Kicks e-Power has been launched in Malaysia at the ongoing Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024. The VL is priced at RM113,800; the VLT at RM121,800, …
2024 MINI Cooper S 5-Door in Malaysia, fr RM293k est
Previewed in Malaysia in October, the latest F65 MINI Cooper S 5-Door is, as its name suggests, a more-doored version of the F66 three-door hatch, which launched in Malaysia earlier this year. …
MetMalaysia’s early flood warning effective – Nazmi
The Malaysian Meteorological Department's (MetMalaysia) early flood warning system is still effective in identifying potential flood events, natural resources and environmental sustainability minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said, according to The Star. …
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 …
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 …
