BYD Atto 2 to be previewed in Malaysia at PACE 2025
The BYD Atto 2 will be previewed for the first time in Malaysia at the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) 2025, happening this weekend July 19 and 20 at the Setia …
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National car brands hold 63% market share in Malaysia as non-national car sales down 7.9% in 1H 2025
According to data from the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), national car brands commanded a market share of 63% in the first half of 2025. During that period, total industry volume (TIV) stood …
Price war in Malaysia not good for industry, owners in long term; value drops, early buyers lose out – MAA
The early bird doesn't always catch the worm, at least not anymore these days. The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) opines that the car price war in Malaysia, which has seen price cuts …
MAA still waiting on OMV/402 revision update from MoF, price hike for CKD cars/bikes hangs in balance
Earlier this year, it was reported that the implementation of revised excise tax regulations under PU(A) 402/2019-Excise Tax Regulations (Determination of Value of Locally Produced Goods for Excise Tax Purposes), originally scheduled …
PACE 2025: All-new Hyundai Santa Fe, new Tucson, Staria – welcome a new era for Hyundai in Malaysia
Just three days to go until the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, returns on July 19 and 20 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) …
Malaysian fuel prices July 2025 week three – diesel up 3 sen to RM2.91/litre, RON97 up 3 sen to RM3.21/litre
Today is Wednesday, which means it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia. The finance ministry has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week, …
Malaysia TIV 1H 2025 at 373,636, down 4.6% vs 2024; MAA maintains full-year forecast of 780k vehicles sold
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales and production data for the month of June 2025 as well as for the first half of this year. Focusing on June 2025 …
MAA pushing for more hybrid tax incentives – other countries offer 50-75% of EV tax breaks to HEVs
While other countries are pushing buyers towards hybrids as a way to reduce carbon emissions – especially with rising fuel prices and as demand for full electric vehicles continues to shrink – …
EV tax break should be extended to encourage wider adoption and for car brands to plan ahead – MAA
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) is of the opinion that the government should extend electric vehicle (EV) incentives beyond the current established deadlines. At present, fully-imported (CBU) EVs are exempted from import …
KLIMS 2026 moves to mid-year slot, June 12 to 21 at MITEC – alternates with Malaysia Autoshow
It's only been seven months since the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) was held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), but we already have news of the next …
Trump’s tariffs may increase car prices in Malaysia via impacting parts both imported and exported – MAA
US president Donald Trump's tariffs may lead to car prices in Malaysia going up, indirectly through impacting automotive parts both imported and exported, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has said. "As far …
Ducati distributorship in Malaysia to change hands – from Naza to Goh Brothers, Didi Resources?
With news of Naza Automotive Group dropping parts of its automotive business to focus on key brands Suzuki and Mercedes-Benz brands, there was some speculation that its sole motorcycle brand, Ducati would …
Four new MV15 (B5 Ownership Transfer) inspection centres appointed by MoT to ease Puspakom backlog
The Ministry of Transport has appointed four new Motor Vehicle Inspection Centres to carry out MV15 (previously known as B5) Ownership Transfer inspections, with an aim to reduce congestion at Puspakom branches, …
PACE 2025: Mercedes-Benz StarFest offers amazing deals throughout July 18-20, from RM2,558 monthly
Just around the corner is the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank. If you're not allergic to stunning deals on stunning wheels, make sure your family, …
Geely to take Zeekr private following finalised merger
Geely Holding Group (Geely Holding) has announced that its subsidiaries, Geely Automobile Holdings (Geely Auto) and Zeekr Intelligent Technology (Zeekr), have officially signed a merger agreement. With this, Geely Auto will acquire …
BYD Seagull heads to Indonesia as Atto 1; compact EV to be sold in two variants, RM57k-61k estimated
The BYD Seagull will be known as the Atto 1 when it goes on sale in Indonesia, according to a post on the BYD Indonesia Facebook group. Known as the Dolphin Mini …
BYD updates God’s Eye ADAS with Level 4-equivalent park assist – will pay for damages from accidents
Earlier this year, BYD introduced its God's Eye suite of highly-automated driver assists, which it proceeded to fit as standard across its entire range of BYD, Denza, Fangchengbao and Yangwang models. That's …
Perodua Genuine Oil keeps your Perodua in tip-top condition – don’t be lured by counterfeit lubricants
So, it's time for an oil change. Your mechanic or service centre gives you a quote which you don't really like the look of, so you trawl through e-commerce platforms and social …
VinFast VF7 to debut in Indonesia at 2025 Gaikindo show – C-seg EV SUV with up to 354 PS, 496 km range
Vinfast VF 7 at 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show VinFast has announced it will be at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), which takes place from July 4 to August …
Perodua ‘QV-E’ EV to get some form of AVAS? Low-speed pedestrian warning sound mandatory by 2026
Perodua's upcoming EV has been spotted again, this time at Bukit Sentosa (very near P2's Sungai Choh base) by user Chip Pkb, who shared his discovery on the paultan.org Automotive/Car Discussion Facebook …
