UK town seeks to ban motorcycle and car ‘convoys’
A UK town council has drafted an order to ban any vehicles gathering on roads or public spaces without official permission, with failure to do so attracting a fine or fixed penalty …
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Proton Saga CKD production to start in Egypt in Dec – assembly by ESAF; first 120 CKD packs shipped out
Proton has announced that the Saga will be locally assembled (CKD) in Egypt by Ezz Elsewedy Automotive Factories (ESAF), which formed a partnership with local distributor Ezz Elarab last November. With investments …
Badminton star M. Thinaah takes delivery of Chery Omoda 5 – 30% discount for Olympic semi-finalists
Malaysia's women's doubles badminton star Thinaah Muralitharan has taken delivery of a Chery Omoda 5. Chery Malaysia posted up pictures of the 26-year old Klang-born athlete - who along with partner Pearly …
Jaecoo opens first East Malaysian dealership in Kota Kinabalu – “geometric” 3S showroom off Jalan Lintas
Jaecoo is expanding to East Malaysia with a new dealership in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The striking "geometric" showroom, operated by Universal Jaecoo, is located on Jalan Limau Manis Iramanis, off the city's …
Scout brand to unveil new EV models next month
Returning brand Scout will be unveiling its new range of models next month, on October 24, Autocar has reported, and the upcoming vehicles will be battery-electric rivals to the likes of the …
JPJePlate for EVs launched – Euro-style embossed design with Malaysia flag, embedded RFID, RM98
The transport ministry has introduced the new special licence plate (RPK, or rekaan plat khas) specifically for electric vehicles, with transport minister Anthony Loke officially introducing the JPJePlate in Cyberjaya earlier this …
Touch n Go releases Hot Wheels card – 2k units, RM25
Click to enlarge Touch n Go has released the third edition of the popular Hot Wheels card, which features a cool dual-tone design. Only 2,000 units of this limited edition card are …
Subaru Crosstrek e-Boxer coming to Thailand 2025 – new XV mild hybrid priced at RM232k estimated
It's taken a good long while, but the latest Subaru Crosstrek is finally making its way to Thailand next year. According to Headlight Magazine, the car will enter the Land of Smiles …
Special ‘EV’ number plate series now on JPJ eBid – reserved for electric vehicles, bidding ends Sept 13
The special 'EV' number plate series is now available on JPJ eBid. The bidding period on JPJ's online bidding platform is five days, ending 10pm on September 13. As usual, the results …
Lower highway toll rates possible if construction costs are controlled, leakages prevented – PM Anwar
Lower highway toll rates are possible if development costs of highways are managed well and are free of corruption, prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has said, reported New Straits Times. "I …
BYD PHEVs coming to Malaysia – DM-i, DM-p powertrains confirmed; Sealion 6 launching soon?
Today's news cycle has been dominated by BYD with the launch of the Seal Dynamic and 2024 Atto 3, as well as confirmation of the premium Denza brand coming to Malaysia. But …
BMW production fuel-cell EV to be launched in 2028; fuel-cell powertrain to be jointly developed with Toyota
BMW and Toyota have jointly announced that the two carmakers are cooperating for the German manufacturer to roll out a series-production hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle in 2028. "This is a milestone in automotive …
2024 MINI Countryman S in Malaysia – U25 mild hybrid with 218 PS, 360 Nm, 0-100 km/h 7.1 secs, RM349k
This is a surprise – BMW Group Malaysia has quietly introduced the U25 MINI Countryman S All4 at the ongoing Sime Darby Motor Automania event, joining the electric SE and the hot …
Sime Darby Motors Automania at Stadium Bukit Jalil from Sept 6-8 – new model launches, deals on offer
The Sime Darby Motors Automania is up and running at Stadium Bukit Jalil from today until September 8, 2024, with the company’s entire portfolio of car brands on full display. This includes …
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge in Malaysia with RM43k in options; larger wheels, side steps, digital mirror
Accessories are a popular way of personalising a vehicle to suit individual preferences, and this applies to EVs such as the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge that is on display at the Sime …
Visit Carro Retail Experience Centre in Plentong this weekend – Proton, Perodua promo, overtrade support
Good news Johoreans - are you in the market for a Proton or a Perodua car? Head onto the Carro Retail Experience Centre in Plentong this weekend where Carro is having a …
2024 BMW 520i M Sport in Malaysia gallery – 2.0T mild hybrid; from RM350k, RM17k more than non-M Sport
Here’s a gallery of the BMW 520i M Sport, which was added to the local G60 5 Series line-up earlier this month. Retailing at RM349,800 on-the-road without insurance, the new 520i M …
2024 BYD Atto 3 in Malaysia – ER only, 420 km range, better tyres, dark interior, RM18k less at RM149,800
At last, the 2024 BYD Atto 3 has been launched in Malaysia at the ongoing Sime Darby Motors Automania. Only one variant this time around, and the big news is that sole …
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N previewed in Malaysia – 650 PS, 770 Nm EV hot hatch with 8DCT feel; 0-100 3.4s; RM390k?
Here's a surprise from Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM). Sitting at the corner of Hyundai's booth at the Sime Darby Motors Automania event that starts today (Carpark B, National Stadium Bukit Jalil) is …
2024 BYD Seal Dynamic EV launched in Malaysia – base 204 PS/310 Nm, 460 km range, RM163,800
Earlier this morning, Sime Darby Beyond Auto officially introduced the BYD Seal Dynamic Standard Range, which completes the EV sedan's line-up in Malaysia. The new variant lowers the entry price of what …
