Jaecoo Malaysia launches first 3S centre in Glenmarie
Jaecoo Malaysia has launched its first 3S dealership in Glenmarie, Shah Alam and operated by ES Premium. In the coming months, 34 other dealerships will be opened to create an expansive network …
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Gov’t studying removal of RON95 petrol subsidy, but will focus on diesel rationalisation for now – Rafizi
Economy minister Rafizi Ramli says that the government is studying the expansion of targeted fuel subsidies to incorporate RON 95 petrol, something that has been previously mentioned as being set to happen …
Sime Darby Motors launches Drivecare – one-stop vehicle service centre catering to all segments, brands
Sime Darby Motors (SDM) has launched Drivecare, a new one-stop vehicle service provider designed to cater to the needs of cars owners across all segments and brands. According to the company, Drivecare …
G90 BMW M5 debuts as a PHEV with 4.4L V8 – 727 PS, 1,000 Nm, up to 69 km EV range, 0-100 km/h in 3.5s
The sixth-generation (F90) BMW M5 marked a radical change for the hallowed nameplate when it adopted all-wheel drive. Now, the German carmaker is taking things a step further with the seventh-generation (G90) …
VEP requirement for Singaporean vehicles will be enforced from October 1 – no U-turn on this, says Loke
The government says it will not turn back on the implementation of its vehicle entry permit (VEP) requirement for Singaporean-registered vehicles entering Malaysia from October 1. This will be made through a …
Volkswagen to invest up to USD5 bil in Rivian – new JV to develop next-gen EV architecture and software
Volkswagen Group has announced it will invest up to USD5 billion (around RM23.5 billion) in Rivian as part of a new joint venture focusing on next-generation electric vehicle (EV) architecture and software. …
Petron at PLUS Restoran Jejantas Sg Buloh closed till August 22, Petronas at Tapah R&R closed for a day
Click to enlarge Those who ply the North South Highway, take note. PLUS has announced that the Petron station at the Restoran Jejantas Sungai Buloh (northbound) and Petronas station at Tapah R&R …
BMW i5 M60 xDrive EV in Malaysia – up to 601 PS/820 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 3.8s; official pricing from RM479k
BMW Group Malaysia has officially revealed pricing for the BMW i5 M60 xDrive, which is priced from RM478,800, with an eight-year, 160,000 km battery warranty, while the optional BMW Service & Repair …
Gentari Green Mobility collaborates with Virta to further expand EV charging network in Southeast Asia
Gentari, through its subsidiary Gentari Green Mobility, has collaborated with Virta to expand the electric vehicle (EV) charging network across Southeast Asia. Leveraging Virta's digital platform services, technology and industry expertise with …
Pekema signs MoU with NexV to assemble Dongfeng Box EV, a.k.a. Nammi 01 for Malaysian market, exports
The Malay Vehicle Importers and Traders Association of Malaysia (Pekema) via its subsidiary Central Auto Distributors Bhd (CADB) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NexV Manufacturing to assemble the Dongfeng …
Transport ministry finalising vendor for EV-specific number plates, to be made mandatory in future
Special number plates specifically for electric vehicles in Malaysia are currently in their final stages of development, and these are awaiting technical finalisation before their official launch, reported New Straits Times. The …
Malaysia can move away car-centric infrastructure, focus on transit oriented developments – Nik Nazmi
Malaysians love cars. Our car penetration rate is among the highest in Asia, and that's despite having a decent public transport network. Can we ever move away from cars, or do we …
2024 Audi RS Q8 facelift – brand’s most powerful V8 with up to 640 PS; fastest SUV around the Nürburgring
Audi has revealed its most powerful SUV in the form of the new RS Q8, which is making its debut several months after the Q8 and SQ8 got their facelifts last September. …
Malaysian Tourism Federation urges government to implement diesel subsidy for van, tour bus operators
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
