Gerik bus crash – driver’s PSV licence suspended
The public service vehicle (PSV) licence of the driver of the tour bus involved in the accident in Gerik, Perak has been suspended with immediate effect, the road transport department (JPJ) has …
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FT dept, JPJ ordered to deal with abandoned cars
The federal territories department has been directed to hold discussions with the road transport department (JPJ) to examine legislation loopholes concerning the disposal of abandoned vehicles in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, Bernama …
Xpeng G7 EV SUV – longer than G6, LiDAR-less Level 3 autonomous, 3 Turing AI chips, up to 702 km CLTC
This is the new Xpeng G7 EV SUV, a longer-than-G6 Tesla Model Y- and Zeekr 7X-fighter that's just opened for pre-sale in China from 235,800 yuan (RM139k), as reported by Car News …
Peugeot e-208 GTi unveiled – hot hatch turns EV with 280 hp/345 Nm, 0-100 km/h 5.7 s; 350 km range WLTP
The GTi from Peugeot is back, this time as a battery-electric model as the Peugeot e-208 GTi. This emerges as the high-performance version of the Peugeot e-208 that was facelifted for the …
RON95 petrol subsidy rationalisation to proceed, as it will not impact vast majority of people – PM Anwar
Prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says its RON 95 petrol subsidy rationalisation programme will proceed as planned. He said the government will stand by its decision to implement targeted subsidies for …
Government should not delay the implementation of RON95 petrol subsidy rationalisation, say economists
Economists say that the government should proceed with the implementation of its planned RON 95 petrol subsidy rationalisation despite the recent spike in global oil prices brought about by escalating tensions in …
Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo steps down; exits automotive sector to join luxury goods group Kering
Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo has stepped down from his role effective June 15, 2025, and the group's board of directors has "initiated the process" of appointing a new chief executive …
Zeekr Malaysia appoints Carro as authorised dealer – to start with Bangsar, Penang, Seremban showrooms
Zeekr Malaysia has appointed Carro as an authorised dealer, with both companies today signing a memorandum of understanding at Carro's Puchong flagship store. Carro will open Zeekr Space showrooms in Bangsar, Mutiara …
Roslan Abdullah appointed as GWM Malaysia’s COO
Roslan Abdullah has been appointed as chief operating officer (COO) of Great Wall Motor Malaysia. He assumes the new role after having stepped down from his position as deputy chief executive officer …
2027 Toyota Harrier – next-generation to get 1.5L turbo engine, SUV coupe version of latest RAV4
The next-generation Toyota Harrier will reportedly debut in 2027, and the upcoming model will be powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged hybrid powertrain, according to Best Car Web. Here, visual rendering maestro …
PLUS opens 3 extra lanes at Rawang Selatan toll plaza
PLUS has announced that three additional lanes have been opened at the Rawang Selatan toll plaza (Exit 115). The new lanes, which are accessed through a slip lane, are aimed at improving …
PBEM all for driver database, speed limiters for buses
The Malaysia Express Bus Operators Association (PBEM) has expressed support for the transport ministry's proposal to develop a driver database and mandate speed-limiting devices (SLD) for all heavy vehicles, including express and …
PLUS, Yinson GreenTech to develop retail/EV fast charging hub – Seremban RSA ready by 2027
PLUS Malaysia and Yinson GreenTech Malaysia (YGT), through their respective subsidiaries Terra PLUS and Green EV Charge, have announced the signing of a joint venture agreement to develop and operate integrated retail …
New Energy Asia – DRB-Hicom and Lotus Tech JV to distribute EV chargers in Malaysia, ASEAN
New Energy Asia (NEA) has been formed as a joint venture between Hicom Engineering and Hangzhou Flash Charging (HFC) for the distribution rights to charging equipment in the Malaysian and Asean markets. …
Renate Noessler appointed as Audi, Volkswagen co-MD in Malaysia, succeeding Denyu Bostandzhiev
Porsche Holding Salzburg (PHS) has announced the appointment of Renate Noessler as the managing director of PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM) and Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM). Together with co-managing director Kurt Leitner, …
Use of speed limiter devices on all heavy vehicles in Malaysia to be fully mandatory by next year – Loke
The transport ministry has announced that the use of speed limiter devices (SLD) will be mandatory for all heavy vehicles in Malaysia, with enforcement set to begin on October 1 for all …
Kejara driving license demerit point system has failed, needs complete overhaul to address loopholes – Loke
The Kejara driving license demerit points system has failed and needs to be overhauled, said Malaysian transport minister Anthony Loke. While the Kejara demerit points system continues to be active, the system …
Chery to surpass five million vehicle exports in June, plans to establish manufacturing base in Hong Kong
Chery has announced that it will become the first Chinese automaker to surpass the five million vehicle export mark this month, around June 20, reported Car News China. The announcement comes as …
Bermaz Q4 profits drop to a three-year low – slump attributed to competition from influx of Chinese brands
Bermaz Auto has reported a net profit of RM21.2 million for the fourth quarter ended April 30, 2025, which is a 76.51% drop from the RM90.2 million a year ago, making for …
Subaru Rex gains hybrid variant in Japan – Perodua Ativa twin with 106 PS electric motor; from RM66k
The Subaru Rex is now available as a hybrid in Japan, with two variants (G Hybrid and Z Hybrid) offered here, priced between 2,216,500 and 2,608,100 yen (about RM66k and RM77k). For …
