Ismail Sabri calls for reintroduction of GST in Malaysia
Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has called for the reintroduction of the goods and services tax (GST) once again, The Star reports. In the Dewan Rakyat yesterday (March 7, 2024), the former …
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Tesla Model 3 Performance Highland – leaks reveal more powerful rear motor, more than 600 hp total?
We're still waiting on the range-topping Performance version of the Tesla Model 3 Highland, but leaked videos suggest that it's coming sooner rather than later. It appears that Tesla is putting more …
BNM maintains OPR at 3% in March 2024 meeting, so hire purchase interest rate won’t go up, for now
Following today’s monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has decided to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3%. The 3% OPR has been the same since May 2023 …
Carro acquires HK-based Beyond Cars used car platform – consignment, financing, insurance services
myTukar parent company Carro has announced its acquisition of Hong Kong-based used car platform Beyond Cars, and thus Carro has expanded its reach to a total of seven markets, comprised of Singapore, …
Wheelcorp EV launches smart Setia Alam showroom
Wheelcorp EV has officially launched its new smart showroom in Setia Alam. Boasting a contemporary design and premium ambiance, the showroom spans 800 square metres and comes equipped with two 150 kW …
Traffic lights at Bank Negara roundabout from March 8
Klang Valley motorists, especially those who drive in and out of KL city, take note. DBKL has announced a traffic lights trial at Bulatan Dato Onn. The trial is for one month, …
MY2023 BYD Atto 3 now offered with RM20k discount in Malaysia – Standard Range starts from RM129,800
Seemingly in response to the launch of the Chery Omoda E5 yesterday, BYD Cars Malaysia has announced it's offering a massive RM20,000 rebate on 2023 model year units of the Atto 3. …
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge in Malaysia gallery – 550 km EV range, 200 kW DC, Pixel LED headlamps; fr RM289k
In late February this year, Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) updated the C40 Recharge for the 2024 model year, which sees improvements to the electric vehicle’s powertrain as well as kit list. Pricing …
Gov’t to release data on road accident deaths daily in a bid to create awareness among Malaysian motorists
In a bid to create awareness about road safety, the government is aiming to make statistics on fatal road accidents available daily to the public. According to transport minister Anthony Loke, the …
Auto Bavaria Balakong opens for business; new BMW, MINI 4S centre replaces 27-year old AB Sungai Besi
The landmark that is Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi is no more. Established in 1997, one of the oldest BMW dealerships in town has relocated to Balakong. The new Auto Bavaria Balakong 4S …
JPJ eBid: VMF and QRU number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that VMF and QRU are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. WP Kuala Lumpur's latest running number series …
Prasarana to expand payment options for its public transport services, starting with Rapid KL buses
Prasarana is set to implement an open payment system for its rail and bus services in the Klang Valley, which will allow users to pay for their fares using methods other than …
Audi Q6 e-tron to debut on March 18 – brand’s first EV built on PPE platform; coming to Malaysia in 2024
The Audi Q6 e-tron will make its debut on March 18 this year, the company announced recently. Presented in prototype form last March, the Q6 e-tron will be the brand’s first electric …
East Coast Expressway LPT3 to constructed with build-operate-transfer financing model: Ahmad Maslan
Construction of the proposed 122 km-long East Coast Expressway Phase 3 (LPT3) will be built using the BOT (build, operate, transfer) financing model, according to Bernama via Malay Mail. Through the BOT …
Stellantis Malaysia begins operations – new Peugeot distributor says 408 coming in Q2, teases new brands
Following on from Bermaz Auto Alliance's (BAA) announcement last week, new Peugeot franchise holder Stellantis Malaysia has now announced it had begun operations last Friday, March 1. Stellantis is, of course, Peugeot's …
Transit shuttle vans may not ease traffic congestion; Malaysians prefer to commute by private vehicles
Bus lane in Kuala Lumpur Following the Malaysian government's approval of a RM50 million allocation for the expansion of bus lanes and the purchase of 100 units of Demand Response Transit (DRT) …
smart #1 Pro deliveries have begun in Malaysia – RM189,000 OTR; 272 PS, 343 Nm, 315 km EV range
smart Malaysia has announced it has begun delivering units of the #1 Pro, which is the entry-level variant of the electric vehicle (EV) that was launched here last November. “We are thrilled …
Lorry accident on PLUS Gopeng-Simpang Pulai northbound – only one lane accessible, 6 km jam
Click to enlarge Take note, all who are planning to travel outstation today, or if you're already on the road. An accident between a lorry and a trailer happened this morning at …
Northern Coastal Highway in Sarawak – construction starts next year; to serve Limbang, Lawas, Miri, Brunei
The construction of the Northern Coastal Highway is scheduled to begin next year, said Sarawak premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Bernama has reported. Set to link Miri, Brunei, Limbang and …
Goodyear to shut down its Shah Alam factory end-June – closure to affect 550 positions in Malaysia
In November last year, the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company revealed its "Goodyear Forward" transformation plan, in which one of the key initiatives outlined was cost reduction actions the tyre maker would …
