Audi e-tron GT review – this over a Porsche Taycan?
The Audi e-tron GT serves as the poster car of Ingolstadt’s electric vehicle (EV) series and was first revealed way back in February 2021, before eventually reaching our shores in the middle …
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Volvo to stop funding Polestar, hand control to Geely
Volvo is reportedly set to stop providing funding to Polestar and will transfer responsibility of the EV brand to Geely. According to Automotive News Europe, Zhejiang Geely Holding, the parent of both …
2024 G82 BMW M4, G83 M4 Convertible facelifts – revised styling, kit; Competition variants up to 530 PS
The G82 BMW M4 Coupé and G83 M4 Convertible have received their facelifts in the 2024 model year, bringing mild exterior styling and interior equipment updates, along with an increased power output …
SIRIM QAS launches EV fire blanket testing service and certification process – recognised by Bomba
While electric vehicle (EV) fires are rare, they pose a different challenge to those fighting them compared to conventional ICE vehicles, with thermal runaway being one of the major concerns. Solutions abound, …
PDRM saman 50% discount at Putrajaya Open Day 2024 – till Feb 4, Dewan Sri Siantan, Kompleks PPJ
Click to enlarge The PDRM’s JSPT division will be offering a 50% discount on traffic saman in conjunction with the Putrajaya Open Day 2024 event at Dewan Sri Siantan, Kompleks PPJ. The …
Feb 3 AKLEH full closure, SUKE partial for ASIHM run
Click to enlarge Prolintas has announced a full closure of the Ampang-KL Elevated Highway (AKLEH) and the partial closure of the Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) tomorrow (February 3). This is …
2023 Malaysia car sales data by brand vs 2022 – take a look at last year’s biggest winners and losers
It was another record year for the Malaysian automotive industry, with sales reaching an astounding 799,731 vehicles in 2023. That's a massive 11% increase over the previous year, so there are bound …
Proton confirms sideloading Apple CarPlay, Android Auto on existing Atlas or GKUI IHU will void warranty
Proton has confirmed that existing owners who sideload Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (AACP) functions into their car's Atlas or GKUI IHU will have their vehicle's warranty affected. "If they do it, …
Selangor gov’t aims to prevent further child deaths in cars, will launch campaign to raise public awareness
The Selangor government says it is aiming to raise public awareness of children’s safety to prevent further deaths of children left unattended in cars. This comes following the recent incident in which …
Proton confirms Apple CarPlay, Android Auto support this year; X90 to get OTA update, but not older models
UPDATE: Proton has confirmed that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will not be added to existing cars via an over-the-air update. Another Proton event, another round of questioning on Apple CarPlay and …
Proton would welcome lemon law in Malaysia: Roslan
Proton would welcome a possible introduction of a lemon law in Malaysia, according to its deputy CEO, Roslan Abdullah. However, car manufacturers should be protected under the rule too, he told FMT. …
Perodua Kancil EV – how much are you willing to pay for a small, back-to-basics electric car in Malaysia?
For a car to truly go mainstream, affordability is key, and from a Malaysian perspective there are few cars that are more affordable to own and run than a compact runabout such …
2024 Toyota Hilux facelift gets 48V mild-hybrid 2.8 litre turbodiesel powertrain – 6-10% better efficiency
Toyota has unveiled the facelifted Hilux which now gets a mild-hybrid powertrain for selected 4X4 double-cab variants in Australia, in addition to styling updates for the ubiquitous pick-up truck model. According to …
MBPJ expands two-hour parking system to Section 14
The Petaling Jaya city council (MBPJ) says that its two-hour parking system has been expanded to public parking bays in Section 14, and has also formally announced the introduction of the two-hour …
JPJ eBid: DEY and RAU number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that DEY and RAU are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Kelantan's latest running number series is ‘DEY’, …
Lewis Hamilton’s shock 2025 Ferrari move confirmed – to partner Charles Leclerc, replace Carlos Sainz
Well, it's official – seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton will be donning red in 2025 in a sensational move from Mercedes-AMG Petronas to Scuderia Ferrari, one that he says was …
Lewis Hamilton to become a Ferrari driver in F1 2025?
In what will surely go down as the move of the decade, seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has reportedly agreed to make a shock switch from Mercedes-AMG Petronas to Scuderia Ferrari …
Car insurance in Malaysia to cost more from March 1 with 8% service tax – existing insurance affected too!
As announced during Budget 2024, the government is set to increase the service tax from the 6% rate at present to 8% as of March 1. There are a few categories that …
Mitsubishi Xpander Hybrid e:motion: 1.6 litre MIVEC engine, 116 PS/255 Nm e-motor, 34% more efficient
The Mitsubishi Xpander HEV and Xpander Cross HEV have made their debuts in Thailand, bringing electrification to the seven-seater duo. Exterior dimensions of the Xpander HEV and Xpander Cross HEV are largely …
Yamaha Tenere 700 official Malaysia CKD price, RM70k
After its Malaysia market preview in September 2023, the 2024 Yamaha Tenere 700 now has official pricing, RM69,988, and this dual-purpose machine is brought in CKD. Pricing excludes road tax, insurance and …
