Imported CBU car prices to go up from June 1, 2020
We now know that there will be no increase in CKD locally-assembled vehicle prices for a period of one year until December 31, 2020, as announced by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) …
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NAP 2020 will be announced by prime minister in Q1
According to Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) president Datuk Aishah Ahmad, the revised National Automotive Policy (NAP) will be announced in the first quarter of 2020. This was revealed during a Q&A session …
No increase in CKD car prices until December 31, 2020
With the uncertainty surrounding the possible increase in the prices of locally-assembled (CKD) cars in Malaysia, we finally have some clarity. The ministry of finance (MoF) has confirmed via statement by the …
December 2019 Malaysian vehicle sales up by 4.29%
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of December 2019. A total of 54,842 units were delivered in the final month of the year, which is …
W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class facelift – first details revealed; new mild hybrid engines, revised styling
The current W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class first made its debut at the 2016 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), and in 2020, the executive sedan is set to receive its first facelift. Recently, …
PLUS to close all its toll plaza reload lanes during CNY
PLUS Malaysia has announced that it will close all toll plaza reload facilities on the entry lanes on its highways from January 22 to February 3. The highway concessionaire said the move, …
Perodua aiming to become R&D hub for ASEAN, develop Daihatsu models for Indonesia and Thailand
At Perodua's presentation of its full year review earlier today, the automaker also touched on its research and development (R&D) plans in the near and extended future. The company isn't just looking …
Ops Selamat shows drop in accidents for 2019 – PDRM
With Ops Selamat 16, Malaysia's annual traffic safety campaign held during the major festive seasons running from January 16 to February 1, Kuala Lumpur police chief Commissioner of Police (CP) Datuk Seri …
LGE denies CKD car prices will rise by 15-25% with new excise duty regs; any changes will be gradual
The government has yet to reach an agreement with regards to the restructuring of excise duties, but car prices will not increase drastically, as much as 15-25% as reported, according to finance …
Volkswagen to buy 20% of battery maker Guoxuan, identifies CATL as ‘strategic supplier’ – report
Volkswagen is about to take a 20% stake in Chinese battery maker Guoxuan as the German automaker fortifies its electric vehicle efforts for China, the world's largest automobile market, Reuters reported. This …
Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk8 to get 241 hp based on leak
The Mk8 Volkswagen Golf GTI isn’t due to make its debut until the Geneva Motor Show in March, but it looks like we won’t have to wait until then for more “concrete” …
Perodua exports hit 2,825 units in 2019, up from 2,184
One of the factoids thrown out by Perodua during its 2019 full-year review was the total amount of export sales, and on that front the national carmaker announced that it sold 2,825 …
Perodua welcomes healthy competition, says Proton’s rise is good for the local automotive industry – CEO
Yesterday was a "Proton day" in terms of local news coverage and today is Perodua's turn to flaunt the figures and reveal future plans over a Chinese New Year lunch with the …
PLUS in talks with government on implementation of 18% toll reduction from February 1 on its highways
With the prime minister’s office (PMO) confirming that motorists will enjoy an 18% decrease in toll rates on highways operated by PLUS Malaysia from as early as February 1, 2020, the highway …
Perodua to minimise impact of new excise duty regulations, was not consulted beforehand – CEO
The new excise duty regulations recently imposed by the government have potentially major implications on the prices of completely knocked down (CKD) locally assembled vehicles. It's a hot topic right now – …
Perodua Myvi GT still being evaluated for feasibility
Perodua is still evaluating the feasibility of bringing the Myvi GT to production reality, said its president and CEO Datuk Zainal Abidin Ahmad at its full-year review held today. "If we were …
Perodua D55L SUV: DNGA confirmed, 1.0L Turbo, electrification, autonomous drive likely – launch Q4?
Perodua today presented its full year review, where it revealed its sales performance for 2019, along with a bevy of other information. One of the highlights of the presentation was the strategic …
Bandit 9 Eve 2020 – 125 cc custom motorcycle, RM48k
Previously featured in paultan.org, Bandit 9 is a custom motorcycle builder based in Vietnam and their latest creation is the Bandit 9 Eve 2020, priced at USD 11,950 (RM48,628). Produced as a …
2020 Ducati Panigale V4 updated – better aerodynamics, revised riding aids, faster quickshift
After breaking the mold for Ducati sports bikes at its launch in 2018, the 2020 Ducati Panigale V4 has received a host of updates designed to make it "easier to ride, less …
2020 Perodua Bezza facelift – 2,000 units delivered since launch; 15,000 bookings recorded in total
The 2020 Perodua Bezza facelift was launched earlier this month, and is proving to be a hit among car buyers with over 2,000 units already delivered to customers and 15,000 bookings recorded. …
