LRT3 Shah Alam Line delayed again, until Q2 2026
The LRT3 Shah Alam Line that was previously set for launch on December 31 has been delayed once again, and the project is expected to be delayed until at least the second …
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Proton i-GT vs Campro VVT, CFE vs GEP3 – power, torque curves, fuel efficiency test results compared
The Proton Tech Showcase has revealed that the i-GT 1.5 litre engine that now serves in the X50 facelift as well as the 2026 Saga MC3 will be headed for the forthcoming, …
Proton i-GT engine – 54% local content for naturally aspirated version; 45% for turbocharged version
The launch of the Proton Tech Showcase revealed that Proton will be installing its new i-GT 1.5 litre engine family in the upcoming updates for the X70, X90 and S70, and the …
Kia EV2 to debut at Brussels Motor Show in January
Kia has released teaser images of the EV2 compact SUV that will debut at the Brussels Motor Show in January, and this is expected to be the productionised version of the Concept …
United States to approve, begin production of “smaller, more affordable” compact vehicles – Donald Trump
United States president Donald Trump has announced that he has instructed US secretary of transportation Sean Duffy to facilitate the clearing of regulations for small cars, of the type sold in Asia, …
Proton eMas 7 PHEV survey sighted – plug-in hybrid version of SUV to be priced from RM130k to RM140k?
Just prior to the anticipated preview of the Proton eMas 7 PHEV at the Proton Tech Showcase to be held at the Proton Centre of Excellence (COE) showroom in Shah Alam this …
Malaysian fuel prices December 4-10, 2025 – RON95 up 3 sen to RM2.66/litre; RON97 up 3 sen to RM3.29/litre
It is Wednesday, which means that the time has come once again for the ministry of finance to announce the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of December 4 to …
Hire Purchase (Amendment) Bill takes effect in 2026 – banks to offer discounts to customers who settle early
Banks will offer discounts for customers who settle their existing fixed-rate hire purchase loans early as the Hire-Purchase (Amendment) Bill 2005 takes effect in 2026, according to a joint statement by the …
Singaporean tour buses allowed to enter Malaysia, but cannot operate as express buses on scheduled routes
Singaporean tour buses are allowed to enter Malaysia but cannot operate as express buses, transport minister Anthony Loke said, reported The Star. The arrangement is reciprocal as Malaysian tour buses can operate …
Transport ministry considering phased introduction of speed limiters with telematics on heavy vehicles
The transport ministry is considering the phased implementation of speed limiter devices (SLDs) to be integrated with telematics systems, to improve monitoring of heavy vehicles on roads and to enhance road safety, …
Naza announces end of Maserati distributorship in Malaysia; group to focus on Suzuki, Mercedes-Benz
The Naza Automotive Group has issued a statement today, stating that Naza Italia has formally issued a notice to Maserati S.p.A. of the former's intention to discontinue its distributorship of the Italian …
Alpine to have two EV convertibles by 2030, derived from 2nd-generation A110 EV and A310 fastback GT
2022 Alpine A110 S Alpine has two convertibles in the pipeline, with both models to reach the brand's line-up by 2030, reported Autocar. This is part of the French brand's plan for …
Lotus Cup China – one-make racing series with Emira Cup race car to start 2026 season in Sepang, Malaysia
The Lotus Cup China one-make racing series arrived in Malaysia at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit last weekend, when the Sepang 1000KM endurance race was also held. The one-make racing series features …
KLIA begins vehicle access management system enforcement – 10min allowance, penalties from RM10
Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) has announced that enforcement of the Vehicle Access Management System (VAMS) has commenced, reported Bernama. This follows the trial of the system that began in September, located …
New Perodua QV-E teaser shows more of exterior; brand’s first electric vehicle to be launched next week?
Perodua has released another teaser for its upcoming EV, which we now know to be confirmed to be called the QV-E. The latest video is a brief one, just nine seconds long, …
Euro NCAP 2026 protocol targets annoying ADAS warnings, interventions; physical buttons’ availability
Euro NCAP has announced what it calls the largest revision of its assessment programme since the introduction of its rating system in 2009, and the update will take effect in 2026. These …
2026 Proton Saga MC3 full ASEAN NCAP report – four-star rating awarded under outgoing 2021-2025 protocol
The ASEAN NCAP (New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries) has released the full assessment report for the 2026 Proton Saga MC3 that was launched earlier today, reiterating that the latest …
Proton AMA platform to spawn new models beyond Saga, to be brand’s key weapon for export expansion
At today's launch of the 2025 Proton Saga MC3, DRB-Hicom group managing director Tan Sri Syed Faisal Albar has announced that future models from the national carmaker will emerge from the Advanced …
Works ministry to review issue of 12 highway concessionaires recording losses in 2024 – Nanta
The works ministry will conduct a detailed review of the issue of 12 out of 33 highway concessions having recorded losses due to low traffic volume last year, reported Bernama. A thorough …
Third-generation Lexus GX teased for Malaysia – three-row body-on-frame SUV to launch soon?
A teaser has been posted by Lexus Malaysia to social media, and it appears that the next model that may arrive soon in this market is the third-generation Lexus GX. Having made …
