JPJ eBid: SWF number plates open for bidding soon
JPJ has announced that SWF will be the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Sabah’s latest running number series is ‘SWF’, and …
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Malaysia to begin using EVs for its government fleet, procurement to begin from 2023 – Tuan Ibrahim
The government says it will begin making the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) for its vehicle fleet beginning from 2023. This was revealed by environment and water (KASA) minister Datuk Seri Tuan …
2023 Geely Boyue L unveiled – 1.5L, 2.0L petrols, two hybrids with three-speed DHT; 13.2-inch infotainment
Geely has unveiled the new Boyue L SUV, a model that is positioned in between the Boyue and the Xingyue L SUVs. This is built upon the Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) platform …
BYD brand launched in Thailand – distributor Rever targeting top 5 spot in 5 years, Atto 3 EV is first model
BYD has officially set up shop in Thailand. The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) specialist's local partner and distributor is Rever Automotive, led by Pratarnwong ‘Pok’ Phornprapha, the third generation heir of Siam …
BYD makes Fortune 500 list for the first time – among seven Chinese car companies to make the 2022 list
Fortune magazine has released its list of Fortune 500 companies for 2022, and 23 car companies were in it. The Volkswagen Group ranked the highest, followed by Toyota and the Stellantis Group, …
Nissan Almera Sportech-X – Thailand LE of 300 units
Nissan Thailand has released a limited edition Almera Sportech-X variant, of which 300 units will be made available. The Sportech-X builds on the regular series range topper - the already sportier VL …
Be alert and keep your distance from trucks – you never know when it might shoot a projectile at you!
Another day, another case of a motorist doing everything correctly and minding their own business on the highway, yet for some reason was put in a situation where they narrowly miss a …
Federal court rules road accident victims should be compensated by insurance, even in sambung bayar
A landmark ruling by the Federal Court has held that victims of road accidents should be automatically compensated by insurance companies without requiring legal action to do so. Provisions in the Road …
Baran Energy Indonesia shows Anubis Cruisercross
Making strides in the energy/electricity sector in Indonesia is Baran Energy, unveiling its first transport segment product, the Anubis Cruisercross electric motorcycle (e-bike). From photos on its website, two versions of the …
BMW Malaysia presents 90 fully subsidised child car seats to B40 families under its NEXTStep programme
BMW Group Malaysia, in collaboration with Safe 'n Sound, has presented a total of 90 fully subsidised child car seats to B40 families. This was accomplished with funds raised by BMW Group …
Gamuda, Litrak approve sale of highway assets to ALR
Shareholders of Gamuda and Lingkaran Trans Kota Holdings (Litrak) have given their approval for the disposal of their highway assets to Amanat Lebuhraya Rakyat (ALR), Gamuda stated in an announcement. In April …
Gov’t to use video to catch Mat Rempit, illegal racers – will also enact laws to include spectators, workshops
The government via the transport ministry (MoT) is stepping up efforts to curb illegal racing in the country, and this will be done via modifying existing acts to focus on not just …
Geely Radar RD6 electric pick-up reveals its interior
The first photos of the Radar RD6 electric pickup truck have surfaced online, a set of four photos posted on Geely PR Ash's Twitter account. The Radar RD6 is the first product …
2023 Toyota Vios debuts in Thailand – bold new look; 1.2L NA, CVT; Toyota Safety Sense; DNGA; fr RM68k
The fourth-generation Toyota Vios has finally made its debut in Thailand, where it is known as the Yaris Ativ. A popular nameplate in the B-segment sedan space, the latest Vios is built …
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Malaysian review – 72.6 kWh AWD, 430 km range, best all-round EV on sale now?
Now that electric vehicles are a thing in Malaysia, we sometimes get the question - what's the best EV on sale here today? As with ICE-powered cars, there's no easy way to …
Mat Rempit illegal racing due to peer pressure – PDRM
Peer pressure is among the reasons that youths take part in illegal racing activities, as found by Seri Alam police deputy chief Mohd Roslan Mohd Tahir through the three-year research he has …
GoCar announces collaboration with Green EV Charge – GoEV users can now access the ChargEV network
GoCar Malaysia has announced that it is collaboration with Green EV Charge - which is a joint venture between Yinson Green Technologies and GreenTech Malaysia - to improve EV charging convenience across …
UMW Toyota Motor sold 6,637 vehicles in July 2022 – YTD at 52,548 units, 48% up from same period in 2021
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) sold a total of 6,637 vehicles in the month of July 2022, with 6,624 units being Toyota models, while the remaining 13 units were Lexus cars. The overall …
Volkswagen Malaysia revamps its virtual eShowroom – site now displays the real-time availability of models
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced that it has revamped its eShowroom, with the virtual marketplace now offering greater convenience for those shopping for a Volkswagen. That's because customers will now …
Can-Am goes electric soon with new Pulse e-bikes
Famed in the 70s for its range of odd-road competition motorcycles, North American brand Can-Am is more known to Malaysians for its expensive three-wheelers sold locally before the brand pulled out. However, …
