Bolt – ride-sharing company coming to Malaysia
The ride-sharing landscape in Malaysia is set to gain a new player, as ride-hailing company Bolt has listed on LinkedIn for a country manager position, marking the brand's establishment plans in the …
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2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV updated – styling, structural refinements, larger 84 kWh battery; new N Line variant
Hyundai has released initial details of its updated Ioniq 5 EV for 2024, which gains an N Line trim variant in addition to increased battery capacity and EV range, along with design …
Proton X90 – Bangladesh CKD assembly by end-2024
Proton X90 in Malaysia The Proton X90 has been launched in Bangladesh last week, according to BNN, which reported that the SUV is set for local assembly in the country by the …
Proton Saga changes lanes while indicating, gets mirror damaged by passing motorcyclist
Traffic congestion is a given in city centres, and yet another instance of conflict between a car and a motorcycle has surfaced on X/Twitter and Reddit, where dashcam footage shows slow-moving traffic …
KPDN approves two unsubsidised petrol stations in Kelantan for foreign nationals – Jeli, Rantau Panjang
The Kelantan branch of the ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN) has approved the construction of two non-subsidised petrol stations, in Rantau Panjang and Jeli, for foreign nationals, Bernama …
Fisker, Nissan in advanced talks for EV pick-up truck, funding; to assemble Alaska in Nissan US plant
Nissan is in advanced-stage talks with Fisker for a deal that would provide the Japanese manufacturer access to the American EV maker's pick-up truck, while offering the latter financial aid, and the …
GWM Ora 07 open for booking in Malaysia – up to 640 km from Long Range; 0-100 in 4.3 s from Performance
Great Wall Motor Malaysia (GWM Malaysia) has announced that the Ora 07 - known elsewhere as the Grand Cat or Lightning Cat - is now available for booking in the country, through …
EON & Sahabat Autofest 2024 launched at EON Glenmarie – happening March 1 to 3, 10am to 6pm
The EON & Sahabat Autofest 2024 has opened today at the EON Glenmarie headquarters as EON Berhad, fully owned subsidiary of DRB-Hicom celebrates is 40th anniversary this year. The EON & Sahabat …
Allianz Malaysia introduces Allianz EV Shield – EV-specific insurance coverage, roadside recharging
Allianz General Insurance Company Malaysia Berhad (Allianz General) has announced its latest insurance product, Allianz EV Shield, which is the firm's insurance coverage for electric vehicles under the private car comprehensive policy …
2024 Tesla Model Y – IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus rating
2024 Tesla Model Y Performance in Malaysia The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) of the United States has awarded the 2024 Tesla Model Y the Top Safety Pick Plus rating, through …
Road closures in KL for OCBC Cycle Kuala Lumpur 2024 event – Sunday March 3, 6:30am to 9:30am
The Kuala Lumpur traffic investigation and enforcement department (JSPT KL) has announced that several key roads around the capital city will be closed this Sunday, March 3 for the OCBC Cycle Kuala …
Toyota Industries resumes diesel model production in Japan; Thailand-built Hilux deliveries from March 4
Following the emergence of certification testing irregularities for diesel engines at Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) which led to a probe, the Japanese transport ministry has announced that it will lift the suspension …
RON97 petrol price March 2024 week one update – premium fuel price still unchanged; RM3.47 per litre
It's Wednesday, which means it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, and the ministry of finance has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming …
Proton S70 R3 racecar confirmed for Sepang 1,000 km (S1k) endurance race – sportier R3 roadcar to follow?
Proton 'S70 GT' rendered by Theophilus Chin National carmaker Proton has announced that its motorsport arm, R3 Motorsports is developing a Proton S70 race car for entry into the Sepang 1000km (S1K) …
Tesla Roadster production design to be unveiled end-2024, units to ship next year; sub-1 second 0-96 km/h
More news on the second-generation Tesla Roadster has emerged. While the sportiest of Teslas was announced in 2017, it has been beset by numerous delays, first earmarked for production in 2022 before …
Malaysia EV sales: 13,257 units in 2023, 16,763 total, with 2,020 chargers; 20,000 EV sales expected in 2024
Sales of electric vehicles in Malaysia reached 13,257 units in 2023, bringing the total number of electric vehicles on Malaysian roads to 16,763 units in total, according to a statement by the …
Apple cancels EV, to work on generative AI projects
The Apple Car project is no more, as the company has decided to pivot towards development of artificial intelligence (AI) projects, Bloomberg has reported. According to Bloomberg sources, Apple made the announcement …
Toyota Vios crashes head-on with bike in Muar, Johor
pic.twitter.com/mv8uosYWQi— @ (@anthraxxx781) February 27, 2024 Dashcam footage A dashcam video of a head-on collision has emerged on social media, this time involving a Toyota Vios and a motorcycle on a two-way …
Renault 5 EV debuts – 150 PS/245 Nm single motor, up to 52 kWh NMC battery for up to 400 km range WLTP
After teasing and a prototype showing, the Renault 5 hatchback has now officially made its debut as a battery-electric vehicle. Called the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, as known by its full name, …
2024 Proton X70 facelift spied – new wheels from Geely Boyue FL, old dashboard from current model
The upcoming 2024 Proton X70 facelift has been spied testing in public once again, this time also by a paultan.org who wishes to remain anonymous. This comes shortly after the most recent …
