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The Malaysian Tourism Federation (MTF) has urged the Malaysian government to implement an “immediate and substantial” diesel subsidy mechanism for van and tour bus operators, reported The Star. According to MTF president Datuk Tan Kok […]
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Zeekr X coming to Malaysia – EV crossover with plenty of premium features, up to 428 PS; from RM160k here?
The Zeekr 009 isn’t the only electric vehicle (EV) coming our way, as the large MPV will also be joined by the X when the Chinese brand makes its launch debut in Malaysia this year. […]
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GAC Aion Y Plus EV MPV now in Indonesia – 2 battery options, from RM119k, Malaysia get a better deal?
There aren’t many electric MPVs in our market now; in fact, the GAC Aion Y Plus is the only one in Malaysia we can think of (although they’re calling it a ‘crossover SUV’). We all […]
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JPJ announces recalls from brands – Toyota 2,739 units, Mercedes-Benz 2,611 units, Chery 600 units
The road transport department (JPJ) has issued a list of product recalls from several automotive brands in Malaysia, this time involving Toyota, Mercedes-Benz and Chery; click on the vehicle brand names below for the respective […]
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Smartlane for Kajang Silk to SKVE highways, 12h daily
Click to enlarge Users of the Kajang Silk, take note. Prolintas has announced a Smartlane from KM28.0 of the highway to KM1.1 of the SKVE Highway towards Putrajaya. It’s not just for the morning or […]
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EVx 2024 – paultan.org Electric Vehicle Expo Malaysia returns this July 20-21 at Setia City Convention Centre
The paultan.org Electric Vehicle Expo (EVx) 2024 is back once again, set to take place this July 20-21 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). As electrification continues to gain traction, the third edition of […]
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Dark Lebuhraya Pasir Gudang stretch from Perling will get street lights – MBJB to start installing in Sept
The Lebuhraya Pasir Gudang stretch from Perling, which has seen a couple of accidents in the dark, will soon be illuminated. According to Johor chief minister Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the FT17 stretch from KM2.6 […]
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Sales of retail diesel in Malaysia sees 30% reduction after subsidy rationalisation: finance minister II
Retail sales of diesel at petrol station in Malaysia has seen a 30% decrease in the first week since the subsidy rationalisation took effect on June 10, reported New Straits Times. This was equal to […]
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Bugatti could make V16 front-engined plug-in hybrid
2009 Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept The recently-unveiled Bugatti Tourbillon could spawn a front-engined grand tourer version, according to Autocar, potentially bringing to life a modern-day interpretation of the Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic. The location […]
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB200 and GLB250 4Matic facelift launched in Malaysia – RM291k to RM342k
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has announced the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz GLB facelift in the country, with the updated seven-seat SUV – which made its global debut in March last year – arriving here in two […]
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652 heavy vehicle accidents in Q1 2024, 287 deaths – ‘High Speed-Weigh in Motion’ system coming soon
In the first quarter of 2024, there were 652 accidents involving heavy vehicles such as container lorries, small lorries and express buses. Deputy transport minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah told parliament today that of this total, […]
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Zeekr 009 EV coming to Malaysia this year – premium MPV to rival Toyota Alphard; from RM324k in China
Zeekr’s launch in Malaysia will be led by two electric vehicles (EVs), one of which is the 009, a large MPV that will rival the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire. Ahead of the brand’s introduction here, Zeekr Malaysia […]
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SKDS 2.0 Subsidised Diesel Control System fleet card details need to be ironed out quickly – Wee Ka Siong
Details regarding the Subsidised Diesel Control System 2.0 (SKDS 2.0) fleet card system need to be ironed out quickly, said MCA president and former transport minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong, reported The Star. The […]
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Nissan Lightfoot Quest winner achieved 28.61 km/l in Almera from PJ to Ipoh – we find out if FC is realistic
The Nissan Almera has been known to have good fuel consumption (FC), coming with a downsized turbo engine instead of the B-segment sedan class norm of a 1.5-litre natural aspirated engine. But how good is […]
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Immediate approval for complete applications sent in by those who qualify for SKDS diesel subsidy – KPDN
The ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN) says that immediate approval will be given to complete applications submitted by those eligible for fuel subsidies under the subsidised diesel control system (SKDS) programme, […]