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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 to meet the […]
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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 KM294.8 of the […]
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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 Lawas, the Northern […]
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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 take to ensure […]
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SKDS Subsidised Diesel Control System 2.0 begins with five petroleum companies for nine vehicle types
The subsidised diesel control system 2.0 (SKDS 2.0) for land transport begins today, and will involve five petroleum companies and nine types of vehicles, said the minister of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN) […]
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Chery Omoda E5 review – best-value EV in Malaysia?
The Chery Omoda E5 was launched in Malaysia yesterday and is offered in a sole variant priced at RM146,800 on-the-road without insurance. For the money, you’re getting an electric vehicle that is capable of providing […]
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Melaka car-free weekends saved 12,000 kg of CO2 emissions per km, helped preserve historic buildings
Last August, the Melaka state government began trials of a car-free weekend in the historic quarter of Bandar Hilir, which houses the Stadthuys and A Famosa. Initially held only on Saturday evenings, the initiative was […]
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Polestar secures RM4.5 billion in external funding
Polestar has secured US$950 million (RM4.5 billion) in external funding, the company has announced, a month after Volvo announced that it will stop providing funds to Polestar and transfer responsibility of the EV brand to […]
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Kia reportedly in talks with Thailand to build EV plant
Given the news popping up this week, both firmed up and speculated, it sounds like every carmaker dabbling in electrification is wanting in on Thailand. The next name to come into the picture is Kia, […]
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RON97 petrol price March 2024 week two update – price of premium fuel unchanged at RM3.47 per litre
Another Wednesday, which means it’s time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail prices of fuels in the country for the coming week of March […]
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2024 Wuling Bingo Plus launched in China – 102 PS, up to 510 km EV range; from RM59k; BYD Dolphin rival
Wuling has launched the Bingo Plus in China for customers who want something a little larger than the regular Bingo. Pricing starts at 89,800 yuan (RM59,012) for the base variant with 401 km of range […]
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Malaysian gov’t approves RM50 million to extend bus lane, purchase Demand Response Transit shuttle vans
Bus lane in Kuala Lumpur The Malaysian government has approved and channelled an allocation of RM50 million for the expansion of special bus lanes, and for the purchase of 100 units of Demand Response Transit […]
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Chery Omoda E5 EV launched in Malaysia – 430 km range, 7.6s, 8yr batt warranty, CKD Q2 2024, RM147k
After a long gestation period, the Chery Omoda E5 is finally launched. The electric-powered sister to the Omoda 5 SUV is priced at RM146,800 on-the-road without insurance, which is significantly under the estimated price of […]
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Proton S70 February sales up 60.5% to 2,314 units – best-selling “C-segment” sedan in Malaysia
Aside from announcing its sales for the month of February, Proton has also provided an update on how many S70 sedans have left dealer lots. The national carmaker sold 2,314 units of the new four-door […]
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Proton sold 13,602 units in February 2024 – 20.5% market share, Saga top seller, S70 moves into 2nd spot
Proton has announced that it sold 13,602 units (domestic and export) in February, making for a 5.6% increase from the 12,882 units it shifted in January. The national automaker said that the combined tally of […]