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BMW Concept Skytop – 4.4L biturbo V8 inspired by Z8 roadster, 503 coupé; limited production possible
The latest concept car from BMW is the BMW Concept Skytop, which has been unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este that takes place alongside Lake Como in Italy.
Melding the latest styling elements with design cues from past roadsters in the German marque’s history such as the Z8 and the 503, the front end of the Concept Skytop reprises the classic forward-leaning shark-nose front fascia, combining this with modern cues such as the illuminated kidney grille.
Among the visual features of the Concept Skytop are the full-length spline that runs from the bonnet through the car’s interior, connecting to an aluminium trim piece on the tailgate to “emphasise the dynamic flow” of the car’s silhouette, says BMW.
Inside, the occupant cabin of the Concept Skytop features a leather-trimmed rollover bar that combines with side fins on the car’s B-pillars, while the cabin itself draws upon the interior of the production 8 Series.
Beyond the styling aspects, there are more parallels drawn with the Z8 from which the Concept Skytop draws inspiration, namely, also in terms of powertrain.
Where the Z8 used the 4.9 litre naturally aspirated V8 as found in the super-sedan of its contemporary, the E39-generation M5, the Concept Skytop packs “the most powerful V8 engine in the BMW drivetrain portfolio,” according to the brand, making no mention of electric-assisted drive.
This would be the S63 4.4 litre biturbo petrol V8 engine that outputs 625 PS and 750 Nm in the M8 Competition, or slightly more at 635 PS in the M5 CS.
While this is a concept in name and styling, the Concept Skytop could pave the way for a production car. “The headlamps, the tail-lights, they’re new. They’re as slim as we could possibly make them, but we know they could be homologated. If we do it, I think we should do it in a very limited production… Like we did with the 3.0 CSL,” BMW design director Adrian van Hooydonk told Autocar.
“We could deliver [a production car] within a year if we were to go that way,” van Hooydonk said. “It is a little bit like a test balloon. You show the cars, and if there’s enough demand, it can be built. I think the demand is quite high. So probability is quite high. We’ll see over the next few weeks if that interest translates into purchasing orders,” BMW M CEO Frank van Meel told the magazine.
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Modenas begins export of Kawasaki ZX-6R to China
National motorcycle maker Modenas has begun export of locally assembled Kawasaki ZX-6R sports bikes to China. During a visit to its facility in Gurun, Kedah, Malaysian media were shown the ZX-6R assembly line and the sending off of a container.
China is the latest in export destinations for Modenas since operations begin in 1997, Greece being the first overseas market. Since then Modenas has exported motorcycles to 10 international markets with 91,057 two-wheelers of various capacities and types delivered.
Planning for the export of the ZX-6R to China began in 2021, with Modenas overcoming two major hurdles; first, permission from joint-venture partner Kawasaki Heavy Industry (KHI); and two, approval from the China Quality Certification Centre, which included a factory audit.
Production began in January 2024, with Kastam DiRaja Malaysia (Royal Malaysian Customs) approving export in February. The first shipment of 28 ZX-6Rs arrived at Kawasaki Motors Shanghai in March 2024, followed by a second shipment of 140 units in May.
With this third shipment of 112 units, total export of the ZX-6R assembled by Modenas to China has reached a total of 280 units. There are currently three production lines in the Modenas factory, with one line dedicated to the production of the ZX-6R.
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Toyota, Mazda, Subaru commit to next-generation ICE development, multi-pathways to carbon neutrality
All in on EVs, ICE is dead. Legacy carmakers who believed in that and went all in on electric might not be so confident now, and some have even made U-turns, as demand for EVs aren’t catching up with the supply. Meanwhile, someone must be looking pretty smug in his corner, probably muttering ‘I told you so’ in Japanese.
Toyota is once again striking the same tone, but is now joined with Subaru and Mazda. The three carmakers have each committed to developing new internal combustion engines tailored to electrification and the pursuit of carbon neutrality.
“With these engines, each company will aim to optimise integration with motors, batteries and other electric drive units. While transforming vehicle packaging with more compact engines, these efforts will also decarbonise ICEs by making them compatible with various carbon-neutral (CN) fuels,” the companies said. The opposite of fossil fuel, CN fuels include e-fuel (synthetic fuel), biofuels and liquid hydrogen.
Toyota is a long-time believer of hydrogen as the future of driving “Subaru, Toyota, and Mazda have always been driven by a deep understanding of their customers’ diverse lifestyles. This understanding has led the three companies to develop signature engines that not only represent their respective brands but also cater to their customers’ unique needs and preferences,” they added. Car guys, continue reading, because there’s good news for you.
The press release mentioned ‘carbon as the enemy’ and ‘efforts to ensure a future for the supply chains and jobs that underpin engines’. These points have been stressed before by former Toyota president/CEO, Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) ex-chairman and lifelong petrolhead Akio Toyoda, which you can read in full here.
Also mentioned are the broadening of powertrain and fuel options such as liquid hydrogen and CN fuels, tested under the extreme conditions of racing. Have you heard of a hydrogen combustion engine? We’re not talking about fuel cell EVs, but ICE adapted to use hydrogen as fuel – check out this Toyota GR Yaris that doesn’t use petrol, driven by Rowan Atkinson a.k.a. Mr Bean.
This Toyota GR Yaris rally car’s combustion engine has been adapted to burn hydrogen “With the next generation of engines, the three companies will seek to not only improve standalone engine performance but also optimise their integration with electric drive units, harnessing the advantages of each,” the release said, hinting at hybrids without mentioning the H word. Toyota, maker of the Prius, is of course the king of hybrids.
The next point will get car enthusiasts nodding. The companies say that the new engines will ‘revolutionise vehicle packaging’ by being more compact than existing units. Smaller engines will allow for lower hoods, improving design possibilities and aerodynamic performance while contributing to better fuel efficiency. Sounds perfect for a sports car, doesn’t it? Of course, compliance with increasingly strict emissions regulations is also a target.
What brings out the best in us? Competition. “In order to provide our customers with diverse options to achieve carbon neutrality, it is necessary to take on the challenge of evolving engines that are in tune with the energy environment of the future. The three companies, which share the same aspirations, will refine engine technologies through friendly competition,” said Koji Sato, current president and CEO of Toyota.
If the ultimate goal is carbon neutrality, Japan feels that it has done well without EVs Remember the ‘signature engines’ part mentioned earlier? Boxer engines are a Subaru trademark, and will be so for the foreseeable future.
“Achieving a carbon-neutral society is a challenge that must be undertaken by all of Japan’s industries and society as a whole. As we continue to refine electrification technology, we will also enhance our horizontally-opposed engines with an aim to use carbon-neutral fuels in the future. Moving forward, the three companies sharing the same aspiration will continue to advance the pursuit of sustainable excellence in Japanese car manufacturing,” said Atsushi Osaki, Subaru’s president and CEO.
Mazda? Rotary, of course! “We will continue to offer customers exciting cars by honing internal combustion engines for the electrification era and expanding the multi-pathway possibilities for achieving carbon neutrality. Given the rotary engine’s compatibility with electrification and carbon-neutral fuels, Mazda will continue to develop the technology through co-creation and competition to ensure it can contribute broadly to society,” said Masahiro Moro, president and CEO of Mazda.
So, we can expect ICE to live on – but working in conjunction with motors and batteries, as well as clean fuels – for the next decade at the very least. I see this Japanese ‘multi-pathway alliance’ to carbon neutrality (will more carmakers join the pact?) as a counter to the ‘all eggs in the EV basket’ approach to R&D taken by Western automakers post-Dieselgate.
Ironically, that approach – and public declarations of EV-only deadlines by bureaucrats – has handed the initiative and momentum to China, an EV threat that they completely didn’t see coming. As Chinese EVs gush into European ports, they definitely see it now and are trying to react via tariffs and legal means. Instead of knee-jerk protectionism, how about eating some humble pie and join the alternative movement?
That’s unlikely, of course, and it’s also undeniable that the Japanese have their own interests to protect, but if there are other routes to carbon neutrality, why are we all so fixed on EVs? What’s your view on this?
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992 Porsche 911 facelift debuts with first-ever hybrid system – 541 PS/610 Nm Carrera GTS with T-Hybrid
The Porsche 911 is now available with a hybrid powertrain for the first time as part of a facelift for the 992-generation model. The new T-Hybrid system will be offered with Carrera GTS versions of the 992.2 model, which are joined by the updated base Carrera variants, while the Turbo, Turbo S and GT3 RS options continue on untouched.
A hybrid system for the 911 is a big deal, and Porsche pulled out all the stops to make sure it delivers on performance. First up, the Carrera GTS gets a new 3.6 litre turbocharged flat-six petrol engine, which is an upgrade from the 3.0 litre unit used previously. The increased displacement comes courtesy of a bore and stroke increase to 97 mm and 81 mm respectively. The new engine also features VarioCam camshaft adjustment and a valve control using roller rocker arms.
However, where the previous engine had a twin-turbo setup, the new one only has a single turbocharger in play, albeit a pretty advanced one. Sandwiched between the compressor and turbine wheels is an electric motor that serves to improve throttle response and performance by developing boost as and when required.
Porsche says the switch to a single, electrically-driven turbo means it doesn’t need to equip the GTS with a wastegate. Additionally, the electric motor in the turbo doubles as a generator and can develop up to 11 kW using the exhaust gas stream, kind of like the MGU-H system in a Formula 1 car.
Meanwhile, a second electric motor rated at 54 PS (54 hp or 40 kW) and 150 Nm of torque is integrated into a more powerful PDK eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Both electric motors are powered by a 400V, 1.9-kWh (gross energy capacity) battery located under the front bonnet where the previous 12V battery used to reside. The 12V battery has now been replaced by a lightweight lithium-ion unit located behind the parcel shelf in the rear.
Thanks to the high-voltage system, the compressor for the air conditioning system can be powered electrically, so there’s no need for a belt drive which makes the engine more compact while making room above the engine for a pulse inverter and DC-DC converter. All these electrified components add just 50 kg to the overall weight compared to the previous GTS.
For the 50 kg gain, the new GTS is a lot more powerful than its predecessor. On its own without electrical assistance, the boxer engine pushes out 485 PS (479 hp or 357 kW) and 570 Nm. Add in the electric motors and the total system output is 541 PS (534 hp or 398 kW) and 610 Nm, which is 61 PS (60 hp or 45 kW) and 40 Nm more than the old GTS.
The 992.2 GTS needs just three seconds to complete the 0-100 km/h sprint on its way to a top speed of 312 km/h, the former being 0.3 seconds quicker than the 992.1 GTS. Improvements have also been made to the standard Carrera Coupe, which can now get from 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds (3.9 seconds with the Sport Chrono package) and maxes out at 294 km/h – the previous model is slower by 0.1 seconds and 1 km/h respectively.
The Carrera’s improved performance comes courtesy of a revamped 3.0 litre twin-turbo flat-six engine, which adopts the intercooler from the Turbo models – this now sits directly under the rear lid grille above the engine. The previous GTS lends its turbos to the Carrera too, with the end result being 394 PS (389 hp or 290 kW) and 450 Nm.
On the chassis side of things, the new GTS comes with rear-axle steering as standard for the first time and the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) anti-roll stabilisation system has been integrated into the high-voltage system for increased flexibility and precision. The sports suspension with a variable damper system (PASM) and a ride height lowered by 10 mm are also standard for the GTS.
As for styling changes, the GTS is identified by its revised front end that has five vertically arranged active cooling air flaps, which are complemented by adaptive front diffusers in the underbody. These open and close depending on how much air flow is required.
Range-wide revisions for the 911 include new matrix LED headlamps that integrate all light functions and still retain the signature four-point graphic. As an option, a HD matrix LED system can be added with more than 32,000 light points that can illuminate the road ahead up to a distance of more than 600 metres.
There’s also a redesigned light strip at the back with an integrated arc and ‘PORSCHE’ logo to give the rear end a deeper and wider appearance, while the redesigned rear grille with five fins per side connects to the rear window to form a graphic unit that fades into the retractable spoiler below.
More minor adjustments include a number plate recessed positioned slightly higher at the rear, while the front sensors for the assistance systems are now located behind a high-gloss surface below the front number plate. Buyers can option a sports exhaust system and aero kit for the Carrera, with the former being standard for the GTS.
On the inside, the 911 is now a two-seater by default, although buyers can option 2+2 seating at no extra charge. Purists might lament the lack of a turn key to side of the steering wheel, which has now been replaced with a regular start button for the first time in a 911.
Another thing that fans will miss is the analogue rev counter because the new 911 now comes with a fully digital instrument cluster represented by a 12.6-inch curved display. This comes with seven views, including a Classic display inspired by the traditional five-tube Porsche dial design with a central tachometer.
The Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system and its 10.9-inch central touchscreen are carried over but with increased customizability than before. The system also has deeper integration of Apple CarPlay and there is even video streaming support while parked. Another change Porsche mentions is a revised centre console storage compartment with a cooled slot for the wireless charging pad.
In its official release, Porsche says the new 911 Carrera can be ordered now as a coupe or cabriolet with rear-wheel drive. For the 911 Carrera GTS, all-wheel drive and Targa (AWD only) are available, with further variants set to go on sale later. Both model variants come with PDK as standard, so you can say goodbye to the manual transmission option for these.
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MARA Corporation signs collaboration with CRRC, CEEG, SKS Coach Builders for EV buses in Malaysia
Cooperation agreements have been signed between MARA Corporation and CRRC Corporation and the China Electrical Equipment Group (CEEG) to explore business ventures in the areas of renewable energy, maintenance and repair of EV buses, as well as solar energy storage and batteries, Bernama has reported.
The initiative by the group of companies under the Majlia Amanah Rakyat (MARA) was the first step in helping the government change public transportation from being diesel-powered, to EVs, said deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
The deputy prime minister witnessed the signing of the collaboration, which included the memorandum of understanding (MoU), memorandum of agreement (MoA) and letter of intent (LoI) between SKS Coach Builders and CRRC Corporation; MARALiner and SKS Coach Builders; and MARA Corporation and China Electrical Equipment Group.
Putra NEDO EV bus in Putrajaya According to the deputy prime minister, there are currently 60,000 diesel-powered buses in Malaysia, and these need to be changed to EV buses in stages in the next 10 years as stipulated at the previous Cabinet meeting, the report wrote.
“We see that in the long run, this will reduce carbon emissions and be cheaper than using diesel. However, I will discuss it in detail with the transport minister regarding the stipulated period for the conversion of the 60,000 diesel buses to EVs,” Ahmad Zahid said.
MARA Corporation, through MARALiner intends to be a leader in the supply of EV buses, including direct sales and leasing for public and government transport, and is estimated to involve around 800 buses valued at around RM960 million, Bernama reported.
In 2017, the Putra NEDO EV bus became the first rapid-charge electric bus to enter service in Putrajaya, and was part of a technology transfer arrangement via a government-to-government agreement between Malaysia and Japan, following the signing of an MoU in 2015 between Putrajaya Corporation (PPj) and New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organisation (NEDO) of Japan.
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB facelift to be launched in Malaysia soon – updated SUV to get mild hybrid tech?
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has teased the imminent arrival of the new GLB facelift on its social media pages. The updated SUV first broke cover globally back in March last year, bringing with it mild hybrid tech as well as some styling and kit changes.
One way to tell the facelift from the original is by looking at the daytime running light signature, which is now a light strip located at the top of each headlamp cluster. On the pre-facelift model, the DRLs wrap around the bottom left and upper right of the clusters.
Inside, the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) maintains its dual 10.25-inch widescreen setup on higher configurations, but gains new display themes, a more capable Intelligent Voice Assistant and a selection of mini-games.
As for powertrains, all petrol options now come with 48V mild hybrid tech and include the GLB180, GLB200, GLB220 4Matic and GLB250 4Matic. The first two are powered by a 1.3 litre turbocharged inline-four making between 136 and 163 PS (134 hp/100 kW and 161 hp/120 kW).
Meanwhile, the remaining two variants feature a 2.0 litre unit delivering between 190 and 224 PS (188 hp/140 kW and 221 hp/165 kW). Depending on the engine, the transmission is either a seven-speed or eight-speed dual-clutch.
The GLB was first launched here back in September 2020 as a fully-imported (CBU) model offered in three variants, including two seven-seat options (GLB200 and GLB250 4Matic) and a sole five-seater (GLB35 4Matic). We’ll have more details when the facelifted GLB is launched in Malaysia, so stay tuned.
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- Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e (preliminary figures: fuel consumption combined, weighted: 1.4-1.1 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined, weighted: 31-24 g/km; electricity consumption combined, weighted: 23.8-21.1 kWh/100 km) Information on fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electricity consumption and range is provisional and was determined internally in accordance with the “WLTP test procedure” certification method. Neither confirmed values from an officially recognised testing organisation nor an EC type approval nor a certificate of conformity with official values are available to date.. Deviations between the data and the official values are possible. Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e (preliminary figures: fuel consumption combined, weighted: 1.4-1.1 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined, weighted: 31-24 g/km; electricity consumption combined, weighted: 23.8-21.1 kWh/100 km) Information on fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electricity consumption and range is provisional and was determined internally in accordance with the “WLTP test procedure” certification method. Neither confirmed values from an officially recognised testing organisation nor an EC type approval nor a certificate of conformity with official values are available to date.. Deviations between the data and the official values are possible.
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLA 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km) Exterieur: digital white; Interieur: leather red pepper/black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,2-8,8 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 209-200 g/km* GLA 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km) exterior: digital white; interior: leather red pepper/black;Combined fuel consumption 9.2-8.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 209-200 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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- GLB 35 4MATIC (Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km) Exterieur: spectral blue; Interieur: leather black;Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert 9,4-8,9 l/100 km, CO2-Emissionen kombiniert 214-203 g/km* GLB 35 4MATIC (combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km) exterior: spectral blue; interior: leather black;Combined fuel consumption 9.4-8.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 214-203 g/km*
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2024 Yamaha Ego Avantiz scooter colour update for Malaysia, priced at RM5,998, three new colours
2024 Yamaha Ego Avantiz Sky Blue A colour update for the 2024 Yamaha Ego Avantiz scooter in Malaysia, with pricing staying the same as in 2023, at RM5,998. The three new colours offered are Sky Blue, Dark Blue and Purple with stocks available in Hong Leong Yamaha authorised dealers immediately.
Pricing excludes road tax, registration and insurance. Every purchase of an Ego Avantiz comes with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects.
2024 Yamaha Ego Avantiz Purple Otherwise there are no changes in mechanical specifications, the Ego Avantiz powered by a BlueCore air-cooled single-cylinder, Euro 4 compliant engine, displacing 125 cc. Fed by EFI, output is claimed to be 9.4 hp at 8,000 rpm with 9.6 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm.
Drive gets to the rear wheel via a wet multi-plate clutch and automatic gearbox driving a V-belt as is typical of scooters in this class. Weight is listed at 96 kg, with seat height set at 773 mm, and the fuel tank holds 4.2-litres of fuel.
2024 Yamaha Ego Avantiz Dark Blue A 14-litre storage compartment is found under the seat, large enough for an open-face helmet while the parking lock system activates a hand brake to prevent unintended acceleration.
A single hydraulic disc-brake handles stopping duties up front, while a drum brake slows the rear wheel. Suspension is with a telescopic fork in front and a monoshock at the back, and the Ego Avantiz rolls on 14-inch wheels, shod with 70/90 and 90/80 tyres, front and rear, respectively.
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2024 BMW 3 Series updated – bigger 19.5 kWh battery for PHEV, up to 101 km EV range; minor styling tweaks
It has been two years since the G20/G21 BMW 3 Series got a facelift, and the German carmaker has now saw it fit to give the model an update for the 2024 model year. The bulk of the changes mainly involve the powertrains offered, although there are some minor styling tweaks worth mentioning.
Design-wise, the 3 Series appears pretty much identical to the facelift we saw previously and can still be had with the optional M Sport package or M Sport package Pro. New for 2024 are two solid and seven metallic paint finishes, the latter includes Arctic Race Blue and Fire Red. There are also new wheel designs to choose from, many of which are 19-inch units in a variety of finishes.
As for the interior, it comes with a revised steering wheel and the iDrive system with QuickSelect is now based on BMW Operating System 8.5. The Curved Display from the facelifted model is still present, but is now accompanied by cascade lighting integrated into the trim near the redesigned central air vents as standard.
For cars with the M Sport package, the sport seats now come with M Performtex trim, while alternative upholstery options to the basic fabric are perforated Sensatec and Vernasca leather. Meanwhile, the list of interior trim elements has been expanded to include CraftedClarity glass applications for a more premium look.
In terms of powertrains, plug-in hybrid models get a new high-voltage battery with 19.5 kWh of usable energy (up from 12 kWh). The eDrive Gen5 battery delivers more electric-only range (up to 101 km) and now supports three-phase AC charging at up to 11 kW (previously 3.7 kW), with a full charge taking two hours and 15 minutes. Diesel and M Performance models continue to come with 48V mild hybrid tech, and the full breakdown of the available powertrains is as follows:
BMW 330e Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol
- Engine output: 184 PS (181 hp or 135 kW) and 300 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, RWD
- Electric motor output: 109 PS (107 hp or 80 kW) and 265 Nm
- Battery: 19.5 kWh lithium-ion
- Total system output: 292 PS (288 hp or 215 kW) and 420 Nm
- 0-100 km/h time: 5.9 seconds (6 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 230 km/h
- Electric-only top speed: 140 km/h
- Electric-only range: 85-101 km WLTP (87-98 km WLTP Touring)
BMW 330e xDrive Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol
- Engine output: 184 PS (181 hp or 135 kW) and 300 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- Electric motor output: 109 PS (107 hp or 80 kW) and 265 Nm
- Battery: 19.5 kWh lithium-ion
- Total system output: 292 PS (288 hp or 215 kW) and 420 Nm
- 0-100 km/h time: 5.9 seconds (6 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 230 km/h (225 km/h Touring)
- Electric-only top speed: 140 km/h
- Electric-only range: 81-96 km WLTP (84-91 km WLTP Touring)
BMW 318i Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol
- Engine output: 156 PS (154 hp or 115 kW) and 250 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, RWD
- 0-100 km/h time: 8.6 seconds (8.8 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 223 km/h (218 km/h Touring)
BMW 320i Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol
- Engine output: 184 PS (181 hp or 135 kW) and 300 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, RWD
- 0-100 km/h time: 7.4 seconds (7.6 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 235 km/h (230 km/h Touring)
BMW 320i xDrive Sedan
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol
- Engine output: 184 PS (181 hp or 135 kW) and 300 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- 0-100 km/h time: 7.7 seconds
- Top speed: 230 km/h
BMW 330i xDrive Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol
- Engine output: 245 PS (241 hp or 180 kW) and 400 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- 0-100 km/h time: 5.7 seconds (6 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 250 km/h
BMW M340i xDrive Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 3.0 litre turbocharged inline-six petrol
- Engine output: 374 PS (369 hp or 275 kW) and 500 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- Electric motor output: 11 PS (11 hp or 8 kW)
- 48V battery capacity: 11 Ah
- 0-100 km/h time: 4.4 seconds (4.6 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 250 km/h
BMW 318d Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre inline-four turbodiesel
- Engine output: 150 PS (148 hp or 110 kW) and 320 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, RWD
- Electric motor output: 11 PS (11 hp or 8 kW)
- 48V battery capacity: 11 Ah
- 0-100 km/h time: 8.3 seconds (8.8 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 218 km/h (213 km/h Touring)
BMW 320d Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre inline-four turbodiesel
- Engine output: 190 PS (188 hp or 140 kW) and 400 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, RWD
- Electric motor output: 11 PS (11 hp or 8 kW)
- 48V battery capacity: 11 Ah
- 0-100 km/h time: 6.9 seconds (7.2 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 235 km/h (229 km/h Touring)
BMW 320d xDrive Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 2.0 litre inline-four turbodiesel
- Engine output: 190 PS (188 hp or 140 kW) and 400 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- Electric motor output: 11 PS (11 hp or 8 kW)
- 48V battery capacity: 11 Ah
- 0-100 km/h time: 7.2 seconds (7.5 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 228 km/h (225 km/h Touring)
BMW 330d xDrive Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 3.0 litre inline-six turbodiesel
- Engine output: 286 PS (282 hp or 210 kW) and 650 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- Electric motor output: 11 PS (11 hp or 8 kW)
- 48V battery capacity: 11 Ah
- 0-100 km/h time: 5 seconds (5.2 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 250 km/h
BMW M340d xDrive Sedan/Touring
- Engine: 3.0 litre inline-six turbodiesel
- Engine output: 340 PS (335 hp or 250 kW) and 700 Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic, AWD
- Electric motor output: 11 PS (11 hp or 8 kW)
- 48V battery capacity: 11 Ah
- 0-100 km/h time: 4.6 seconds (4.7 seconds Touring)
- Top speed: 250 km/h
BMW has also made small changes to the 3 Series’ chassis, with stiffer mounting connecting the rear dampers to the body for improved refinement. Returning options include M Sport suspension and adaptive M suspension with electronically controller dampers and variable sport steering.
As always, a range of M Performance Parts are available for customers to choose from, covering things from wheels to exterior add-ons, some of which are available in carbon-fibre, matte or high-gloss finishes.
GALLERY: 2024 G20 BMW 3 Series Sedan facelift update
GALLERY: 2024 G21 BMW 3 Series Touring facelift update
GALLERY: 2024 BMW 3 Series facelift update
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PDRM collects RM1.3 million in saman over four-day Minggu Perpaduan event in Angsana, Johor Bahru
The home ministry (KDN) of Malaysia has announced that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has collected RM1,318,240 in unpaid summonses in the four-day Sambutan Minggu Perpaduan 2024 national level event that was held at the Angsana Johor Bahru Mall in Johor.
As shown in the image above, the RM1,318,240 sum collected over the four days was split over RM194,750 from the first day (May 23), RM227,690 from the second day (May 24), RM449,590 from the third day (May 25), and RM446,210 from the fourth day (May 26).
The 50% discount on summonses by the PDRM was well received, and made it easy for the public to check for outstanding summonses and pay for them, the home ministry said.
The home ministry thanks the PDRM for the initiative, as well as members of the public for paying off the outstanding summonses, it said.
As with the Madani event held earlier this month, it appears from the tone of KDN that the PDRM policy of offering discounts on summonses will continue, which is at odds with what the transport ministry has stated. The road transport department (JPJ) will not offer saman discounts, transport minister Anthony Loke said in December 2023. While the PDRM are under the home ministry, JPJ is under the transport ministry.
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JPJ confirms 1.7m Perodua, Toyota cars in Malaysia named in Daihatsu safety scandal are safe – no recall
Perodua and Toyota vehicles in Malaysia – which were implicated in the Daihatsu ‘procedural irregularities’ safety testing scandal from late last year – have been confirmed as safe. Transport minister Anthony Loke made the announcement today following retesting of the affected models and a comprehensive review and thorough examination of the data.
Loke said that the Perodua and Toyota models, of which 1.7 million units are on the road, have been found to fully adhere to the UN safety standards prescribed under the existing vehicle type approval (VTA) protocols.
“The re-testing sessions for the affected vehicles were fully conducted in March by competent Technical Services (TS) recognised by the World Forum for Harmonisation of Vehicle Regulations (WP29) under the United Nations Type Approval framework,” Loke said, reported by NST.
Summary of retested models, items and results – click to enlarge “Based on the review and further examination by JPJ on each data and the results of the re-testing, it is confirmed that all Perodua and Toyota vehicle models in Malaysia fully comply with the UN safety standards as stipulated under the current VTA procedures,” he added.
The retest covered door latches, door retention components, pedestrian protection, seat anchorage, seat-head restraints, brake system, frontal impact and side impact crash tests. The Perodua models that were involved in the retest are the first and second-generation Axia, second-generation Alza, Aruz, Ativa, Bezza and Myvi. The three Toyota models involved are the Rush, Vios and Veloz.
According to the report dated May 28 released by the JPJ’s automotive engineering division, the retests were done in UTAC, France; Applus IDIADA, Spain; the Horiba-MIRA test centre, UK; and Perodua’s R&D centre in Rawang.
Bezza, Myvi and Alza were sent to Europe for crash tests; results were compared to DMC’s original data A gamut of tests were conducted (for the full breakdown, browse the report below) and JPJ’s conclusion is that “all models from Perodua and Toyota involved in the retest fully comply with the UN regulations as required by VTA, and there’s no need for a recall”.
Browse the full report and detailed results below. It’s very detailed – for instance, there’s a point-by-point scoring comparison between the Bezza’s original UN-R94 frontal crash test performed by Daihatsu, and the retest results by IDIADA in Spain. Ditto the UN-R95 side impact crash test scoresheet of the Myvi and Alza, where the retest was done in France. Interesting, if you’re into details.
This puts a close to Daihatsu’s scandal that has been hanging like a cloud over itself (president and chairman were replaced in March) and related parties Perodua and Toyota. Crucially, customers and drivers of the models named in the scandal now have assurance that their cars are perfectly safe to drive and comply with all safety regulations.
GALLERY: Retest report on Perodua, Toyota cars following Daihatsu scandal
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Peugeot 408 in Malaysia – over 300 bookings; 60% for top GT variant, 22% for Premium, 18% for Allure
Peugeot Malaysia has announced that the recently-launched Peugeot 408 has accrued more than 300 bookings since the order books opened this year, with the vast majority opting for the top trim level.
The proportions for bookings split between variants were 60% for the GT, 22% for the Premium and 18% for the base Allure, according to Peugeot Malaysia, which it says is “testament to the market demand and popularity of the car”. Launched last month, the 2024 Peugeot 408 started from RM146,055 for the Allure, ranging up to RM166,055 and RM196,055 for the Premium and GT variants, respectively.
“Today marks the starting point in the Peugeot 408 story as we begin delivering customer orders. The feedback and response have been positive, and we look forward to maintaining and keeping up with the momentum of the 408. We are also pleased to celebrate our first 10 owners and we welcome them and future 408 owners to the Peugeot family,” said Stellantis Malaysia managing director Jamie Francis Morais.
From launch, all three variants of the 2024 Peugeot 408 are powered by the firm’s 1.6 litre PureTech turbocharged inline-four cylinder petrol engine that outputs 218 PS at 5,750 rpm and 300 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm; outputs which are sent to the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission.
2024 Peugeot 408 GT in Malaysia The GT variant is identified externally by its Monolithe black alloy wheel design, automatic matrix LED headlamps and 3D ‘claw effect’ LED tail lamps, along with its front grille finished in body colour.
Interior equipment for the 408 begins with vinyl trim for the base Allure, while the Premium gets leather upholstery, and the GT cabin gets Nappa leather, which also gets driver’s seat memory and massage functions (all three variants get electric adjustment for the driver’s seat).
Further highlights of the GT variant include 3D quartz i-Cockpit instrumentation with configurable i-Toggle controls, 10-speaker Focal audio, and a cabin air cleaning system.
All Peugeot vehicles in Malaysia, including the 2024 Peugeot 408 range are covered by a seven-year/200,000 km warranty.
2024 Peugeot 408 GT in Malaysia
2024 Peugeot 408 Premium in Malaysia
2024 Peugeot 408 Allure in Malaysia
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Singaporean cars entering Malaysia required to get VEP RFID from Oct 1 – RM10 tag for RC, toll payments
Singaporean-registered vehicles entering Malaysia will be required to have a vehicle entry permit (VEP) from October 1 this year, transport minister Anthony Loke has announced. This will be with a new VEP RFID tag issued by the the Malaysian road transport department (JPJ), costing RM10 each.
Owners of Singaporean cars may choose to have the RFID tag installed at specific collection centres in Malaysia, or request for the tag to be delivered for self-installation, Loke said. The RFID tag will be valid for five years, and is not transferable between owners or vehicles.
This regulation will apply to both entry points to the country; at the Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) complex at the Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI) in Tambak, Johor, as well as the CIQ Complex at the Sultan Abu Bakar building at the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link.
The VEP RFID tag can then be used for toll fare payment through RFID lanes at toll plazas in Malaysia, as well as the RM20 per entry road charge (RC) that has been in place since 2015. The VEP RFID will be tied to the car owner’s Touch ‘n Go eWallet account for toll and RC payments.
While the RM10 fee for the VEP RFID tag is cheaper than the RM35 RFID tag used by Malaysians for toll fare, the former will also incur a collection agent service fee of RM29.50, which then makes it slightly more expensive. Postage will add on separate fees too.
“All foreign vehicle owners are encouraged to register, install and activate their VEP RFID tags within the next four months before October. This is to avoid any issues when traveling by foreign vehicle between the two countries in the foreseeable future,” the transport minister said.
Drivers of foreign vehicles from Singapore who are entering, or have already entered Malaysia and who fail to obtain the VEP RFID tag after the October 1 deadline will have committed an offence under Section 66H(7) of the Road Transport Act 1987, and those found guilty will be compounded or receive a fine of up to RM2,000, or face imprisonment for up to six months under Section 119 (2) of the same act, he added.
The JPJ will have full authority to deny vehicles entry into Malaysia if these do not have the VEP RFID tag after the enforcement date. The department will also have the authority to prevent foreign vehicles from leaving the country should there be unresolved issues, such as unpaid fines or traffic summonses, among others, under the Road Transport Act 1987, the minister added.
The decision to begin enforcement of VEP RFID tag use from October was to allow ample time for owners of foreign-registered vehicles to register and install their tags, according to Loke.
“Based on records, there are currently over 200,000 foreign vehicles who have applied for VEP but only 70,000 have activated their RFID tags. As such, this four-month period would help prevent any sort of sudden mad rush of vehicle owners travelling between the two countries which would cause unnecessary traffic congestion,” he said.
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Remainder of FFF number plates available from June 1 – RM510 each at JPJ Putrajaya and state HQs
We look at all the VIP number plates on the road and read about the huge sums that people pay for them, plus the considerable total revenue JPJ collects, so it’s easy to forget that not every number has takers in the auction – that’s how the rest of us get random ‘running numbers’.
This applies to special editions as well, such as the recent FFF series to commemorate JPJ’s 78th anniversary. Eager to not let any of its FFF numbers ‘go to waste’ (these releases are created for extra revenue after all), JPJ has announced the offering of remaining FFF plates that survived the JPJ eBid auction, which was held from May 11-15.
Is what you want still available? You can check at the vehicle licensing division at JPJ’s Putrajaya HQ or at state JPJ offices from this Saturday, June 1.
Applications can be made via a representative, and each person is limited to three applications. To apply, you’ll need a copy of an IC or business registration cert and a filled JPJ eBid 02 form, which can be downloaded from JPJ’s website. How much? The remaining FFF plates are priced at RM510 each inclusive of a service fee, the same price as the GOLD leftovers from earlier this year.
Happy hunting, but just don’t expect the pretty pieces to be still available.
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Chery Malaysia Omoda 5 recall: 92% of cars inspected
Here’s an update on the Chery Omoda 5 rear axle issue and recall. Chery Malaysia has completed 92% of vehicle inspections for affected customers as of May 24.
“At Chery Malaysia, ensuring your safety is our utmost concern. As of May 24, we have completed 92% of vehicle inspections for the affected customers who had scheduled appointments at our authorised service centres,” the company said in a social media post yesterday.
The previous update on the matter was on May 17, when Chery announced that it had managed to contact all 600 customers affected by the recall. Then, the inspection completion rate was 65%. Prior to that, the carmaker successfully contacted 60 customers for rear axle replacement.
There’s no typo there. A total of 60 units of the Omoda 5 in Malaysia were identified to be using the affected part, produced on August 15, 2023. Chery Malaysia then decided to cast a wider net and recall vehicles with parts made between August 14 and 17, totalling 600 units.
The root cause of the issue has been identified to be a miscalibration of welding equipment at a vendor. “Following a comprehensive investigation, the vendor reported that the issue was due to a facility upgrade during which a worn-out tip of the automated welding machine was replaced by a new welding tip. The replacement of the new welding tip resulted in a miscalibration of the equipment,” Chery Auto Malaysia VP Lee Wen Hsiang said earlier this month.
Chery has set up a website for owners to check whether or not their car is included in the recall.
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Polis block Karak highway in joint operation to bust Genting touge cars and bikes – Ops Samseng Jalanan
A major roadblock was held last Sunday on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway, in a joint operation consisting of the Bukit Aman traffic investigation and enforcement department (JSPT), the road transport department (JPJ) and the national anti-drug agency (AADK), New Straits Times reported. It was part of Operasi Khas Trafik Samseng Jalanan.
Numerous cars and bikes were seen attempting to u-turn and travel against the flow of traffic to avoid the roadblock, according to the report, only to find that the authorities have completely blocked the road behind them too. Footage from social media showed the BHPetrol station on the eastbound direction shortly after the Gombak toll plaza – a popular meeting spot for Genting touge-ers – where enforcement officers appeared to have stopped all motorists, and carried out checks on parked vehicles.
The operation began at 7am on the day, with 28 summonses issued for various offences found, NST reported. “The offences include three cases of driving without a licence, one case of an expired licence, three cases of exhaust modifications, one case of not displaying an ‘L’ sticker, 16 cases of unclear or fancy number plates, and other miscellaneous offences,” said Bukit Aman JSPT acting director Datuk Mohd Nasri Omar.
Some 18 summonses and were issued, and 16 vehicles were ordered to undergo inspection, the JSPT acting director added.
“The objective of the operation is to advocate road safety among highway users. We want to ensure that road users complied with the law, including using vehicles that met proper specifications, following numerous public complaints along the East Coast Highway,” Nasri said.
Enforcement action was taken only against those who were non-compliant and posed a danger to themselves and other road users, he added.
