JPJ eBid: NEL and CFH number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that NEL and CFH are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Negeri Sembilan's latest running number series is …
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Honda Hybrid Sedan Prototype part of post-EV fiasco rebuild plan; 2028 HR-V to get next-gen hybrid, ADAS
Honda is talking quite a big game for a carmaker reeling from a massive EV fiasco. At its business briefing in Japan today, the company revealed its three-year rebuilding plan that aims …
MITI now wants EV makers to have local partners – contract assembly vs building own new factories?
Malaysia's electric vehicle (EV) policy, set by the ministry of international trade and industry (MITI), is designed not just to protect national carmakers Proton and Perodua, but to develop the local automotive …
2026 Foton Tunland V7, V9 Malaysia preview – Chinese mild hybrid pick-up, Ford/Ram styling, fr RM129k est
Foton Tunland V7 As reported last month, the Foton Tunland is back – and this time, not under a pseudonym. The Chinese pick-up truck arrives under the distributorship of Handal BCM, which …
Geely grabs first TCR World Tour win with Horse Powertrain-engined Preface driven by Ma Qinghua
Geely has claimed its maiden victory in the top-tier FIA TCR World Tour in just the first round of the brand's first season with a Geely Preface TCR piloted by Chinese racing …
Cabinet studying implementation of a diesel subsidy mechanism similar to that for Budi95 – Fahmi Fadzil
The government is currently studying the implementation of a diesel subsidy using a mechanism similar to that for Budi Madani RON 95 (Budi95) scheme for petrol, said communications minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, …
JomCharge Platinum subscription – 25% discount, RM39.90 per month; Kia EV owners get 1 month free
JomCharge operator EV Connection has launched a new Platinum subscription in conjunction with the Kia Ownership Experience event. Aimed at EV owners who are heavy users of public chargers, it sits one …
Kia Maintenance Plan launched in Malaysia – five-year plan for Carnival and Sportage; priced from RM2,980
An introduction to Kia Sales Malaysia’s (KSM) fortified aftersales operations and service standards wasn’t the only highlight of today’s Kia Ownership Experience, as the event also saw the launch of the first-ever …
Kia Sales Malaysia hosts ownership experience event to showcase aftersales operations, service standards
As part of its ‘Return, Rebuild and Reposition’ strategy, Kia Sales Malaysia has officiated the Kia Ownership Experience, a week-long event that takes place from May 11-17, 2026 at the Kia Glenmarie …
Malaysian fuel prices May 14 to 20, 2026 – RON97 down 20 sen, RM4.70; diesel down 30 sen, RM4.87
It's Wednesday, which means that it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance announcing prices of fuel for the coming week of May 14 …
Kia Tasman in Malaysia – Korean pick-up truck is here for APAC dealer training, but is it coming?
Visiting the Kia showroom in Glenmarie for the Kia Ownership Experience event today, we spotted a Tasman uncovered and plonked on a turntable, deep within the building. No, we were not expecting …
Honda Prelude previewed in Sepang, interior shown – 203 PS 2.0L e:HEV set for Malaysian debut next month
The new Honda Prelude has been previewed again, this time at Sepang, where some minor driving activities for it was also scheduled. The preview, coming after the static showcase of a Crystal …
KPK completes technical consultations with petroleum companies ahead of B15 biodiesel rollout on June 1
In an official statement posted today, the ministry of plantation and commodities (KPK) said it has carried out all technical engagement processes with petroleum companies to ensure that the supply chain, logistics …
Kuala Lumpur, Penang exceed national EV charging deployment targets – others around 50% or lower
According to an infographic posted by Malaysia Zero Emission Vehicle Association (MyZEVA) citing data.gov.my, Kuala Lumpur and Penang are two states that have already surpassed their national electric vehicle (EV) charging deployment …
Capital Intertrade to cease Ford dealership biz by July
Capital Intertrade, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bursa-listed Permaju Industries, will cease its Ford dealership business after mutually agreeing with Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) to terminate their dealer sales and service agreement …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia to introduce more models, will stay with ICE, hybrid and EV multi-path approach
In February, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia announced the appointment of Martin Schulz as its new CEO and president, with Schulz taking over from Amanda Zhang, who was at the helm from August 2023 until …
‘150L Budi95 quota’ not announcement of potential gov’t policy, taken out of context – Liew Chin Tong
Deputy finance minister Liew Chin Tong has released a statement on his Facebook page regarding reports attributing the potential reduction of Budi95 subsidy to 150 litres per month to him. Earlier, New …
PUSPAKOM inspections explained: every type, when you need them, what they cost and what they check
If you've ever bought a used car, sold one, settled a hire purchase loan, or driven anything with a commercial plate, chances are you've crossed paths with PUSPAKOM — or you're about …
Proton’s South African distributor dropping the brand, according to annual report – will Geely take over?
According to a Cars.co.za report, the Combined Motor Holdings (CMH) Group - Proton's South African distributor - has reportedly confirmed in an annual report that its distribution agreement with the Malaysian brand …
Horse Powertrain in Beijing – flat engines to convert EVs, even a V6! New Proton Perdana V6? Not so fast…
Horse Powertrain W30 V6 and 4LDHT Horse Powertrain isn't exactly a household name in Malaysia, but maybe it should be – the joint venture between Geely and Renault was the unseen force …
