Latest Stories (Page 261)
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The Perodua Axia E, Malaysia’s cheapest new car at RM22,000 on-the-road before insurance, was launched on June 15. It’s essentially a re-introduction of the first-generation Axia, which has always been available in a bare-bones ‘driving […]
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BYD Dolphin launched in Thailand – Standard Range and Extended Range, up to 490 km NEDC; fr RM92,750
BYD Dolphin previewed at BIMS 2023 BDY has officially launched the Dolphin EV in Thailand, following its prior showing in the country at the 2023 Bangkok International Motor Show. Two variants are on offer in […]
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Thailand tipped to be among leading EV markets in ASEAN region with Indonesia following closely behind
According to research agency BloombergNEF, Thailand and Indonesia are tipped to be key markets for electric vehicles (EVs) within the ASEAN region, Bangkok Post reports. This is thanks to the nations’ support for the EV […]
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Perodua sold 144,690 cars in 1H 2023, up 13.6% – on track for record 314k sales target; Bezza tops chart
Perodua registered 144,690 vehicles in the first half of 2023, a figure that is 13.6% higher than the 127,343 units recorded in the same period last year. Perodua’s two plants in Sg Choh ended 1H […]
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MINIfest 2023 happening at Sentul Depot on July 22 – fun activities, MINI showcases, test drives, prizes await
If you’re a big fan of MINI, here’s some good news. MINI Malaysia has announced the return of MINIfest, which is set to take place on July 22, 2023 at Tiffin at the Yard at […]
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MIROS opens MyMAP bike assessment programme for phases 2 and 3, to cover above 250 cc, hybrid bikes
Motorcycle manufacturers in Malaysia are invited to participate in the Malaysia Motorcycle Assessment Programme (MyMAP). MyMAP, conducted by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), has concluded Phase 1 with nine motorcycles in the […]
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Chery Omoda 5 EV coming to Malaysia next year – carmaker eyeing 20% electric vehicle market share
At yesterday night’s Chery brand launch and the debut of the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro, Chery Malaysia president and VP of Chery International Shawn Xu said that the company will introduce electric vehicles […]
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Proton forms partnerships with e-bidding platforms
Proton has formalised its strategic partnerships with e-bidding companies myTukar, MUV and Carsome for a smoother trade-in process for customers, the national carmaker said in a statement. “We are thrilled to join forces with myTukar, […]
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PIAM, MTA support continued liberalisation of motor insurance – digital claims solutions to be added
In a joint press release, it was announced that all 23 member companies under the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) and four general takaful member companies of the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA) are committed […]
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2023 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro SUV launched in Malaysia – 7-seater X90 rival with 2.0T, 256 hp, 390 Nm; RM160k
Finally, Chery’s return is official. Moments ago, Chery Malaysia officially launched the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro SUVs as the first models in a new era of the brand in Malaysia. Click here to […]
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2023 Chery Omoda 5 launched in Malaysia – 1.5T CVT B-SUV HR-V rival, C and H variants, from RM109k
At long last, Chery’s return is official. Moments ago, Chery Malaysia officially launched the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro SUVs as the first models in a new era of the brand in Malaysia. TLDR: […]
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BYD Dolphin EV launched in Singapore; 94 hp/180 Nm, 44.9 kWh battery for 340 km range – RM541k w/ COE
BYD Dolphin at BIMS 2023 The BYD Dolphin has been launched in Singapore at a price of S$159,888 (RM541,065) in the city-state, including COE, reports SG Car Mart. We’ve seen it earlier this year at […]
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Bank Negara Malaysia decides to maintain OPR at 3%
Following today’s monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has decided to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3%. This is the same rate set earlier in May this year when BNM […]
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Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV launched in Singapore – RM896k including COE for 77.4 kWh battery, dual-motor AWD
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 fully electric vehicle has been launched in Singapore, priced at S$259,888 (RM896,255) including COE, according to SG Car Mart. The Ioniq 6 is the second E-GMP platform-based EV from Hyundai to […]
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Miri installs violation detection AI camera – catches drivers speeding, using a phone, not wearing seat belt
An upgraded traffic rules violation detection camera system with artificial intelligence (AI) has been installed in Miri to capture evidence of traffic offences and provide data for better policy planning and enforcement, The Borneo Post […]