GST will include petrol, not in zero-rated list – Kastam
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is set to kick off in April next year, and while there will be a long list of basic necessities exempted from the tax, petrol will …
Vespa Primavera launched in Malaysia – RM11,888
Official Vespa importer and distributor Naza Premira has introduced the Vespa Primavera scooter in Malaysia. Originally launched in Italy in 1968, the stylish icon makes a comeback with some welcome modern touches, …
Bell & Ross B-Rocket bike on display at KL boutique
A rocket has hit Kuala Lumpur, one belonging to Bell & Ross. The watchmaker's crazy neo-retro B-Rocket concept bike, on display at the Bell & Ross boutique in Pavilion KL till September …
PDRM planning to use electric bikes in the capital from October, also considering hybrid patrol cars
The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) are planning to use 30 electric motorcycles in the capital from October, to reduce fuel costs, Bernama reports. Bukit Aman police logistics department director Datuk Zulkifli Abdullah …
DBKL offering discounts for saman till December 31
Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) has announced discounts for traffic compounds issued by its officers. The "diskaun khas" or special discount is applicable from now till December 31, 2014. Traffic offences (such …
BMW Group Malaysia first half 2014 sales up 13%
Premium brands continue to thrive in Malaysia. Along with German rival Mercedes-Benz, BMW has reported growth in the first half of 2014. In the first six months of the year, BMW Group …
Ducati 899 Panigale now Thai-assembled – RM89,888!
When the Ducati 899 Panigale made its debut at last year's MotoGP race, it was announced that Naza will be bringing in an ASEAN-assembled version by mid 2014. As promised, here's the …
BMW spending 9 million euros to boost Thai output
To meet growing demand in Thailand, BMW is spending nine million euros (RM38.6 million) to expand its plant and upgrade its logistics system in the Land of Smiles, Bangkok Post reports. "The …
Thai-built BMW F 800 R and F 800 GS – RM64k-77k
In case you aren't already aware of it, the BMW F 800 R and F 800 GS are now available in Malaysia – the two Thai-assembled models roll in priced at RM63,800 …
Highway R&R stops to be ‘No Smoking’ zones – MOH
Smokers, take note. All highway R&R stops are set to be gazetted as “No Smoking” zones by the end of this year. This was announced by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. …
Motorists’ attitudes to blame for accident spike – JKJR
The Road Safety Department (JKJR) says that rising road accident rates are caused, among other things, by the attitudes of road users who believe that it would not happen to them. National …
Ducati 1199 Panigale Championship Edition, 10 units
The Ducati 1199 Panigale Championship Edition was launched at the World Superbike Championship (WSBK) race at Sepang last weekend, unveiled by Ducati WSBK riders Chaz Davies and Davide Giugliano. Based on the …
Ducati wheels out the new Monster 821 with 112 hp
A new monster has been unleashed by the boys from Bologna. The new Ducati Monster 821 is a mid-size addition to the third-generation iconic naked bike range, following the unveiling of the …
Michelin to be sole MotoGP tyre supplier from 2016
Dorna Sports, promoter and organiser of the MotoGP World Championship, has announced that Michelin will be the sole supplier of tyres to teams participating in the series from 2016. The official MotoGP …
Bell & Ross B-Rocket on display at Colette boutique
The upscale Colette concept store at Rue Saint-Honoré in Paris has played host to the striking Bell & Ross B-Rocket one-off motorcycle, as well as the BR 01 and BR 03 B-Rocket …
Shell Advance AX 5 4T 15W40 Scooter Oil launched
Shell launched the new Shell Advance AX 5 4T 15W40 Scooter Oil today. Specially designed for four-stroke scooter engines, the AX 5 is made to protect scooter engines operating in high-stress, stop-start …
Vespa LXV 150 3V launched: Retro looks, fuel injection
Naza Premira, the sole importer and distributor of Vespa bikes in Malaysia, officially launched the Vespa LXV 150 3V today. CBU imported from Hanoi, Vietnam, the LXV 150 3V combines retro looks …
Bell & Ross B-Rocket concept inspired by ’60s jets
Not one to pass on an opportunity to connect with its aeronautical roots, Bell & Ross has once again teamed up with British Harley-Davidson customiser Shaw Speed and Custom to build the …
Honda NM4 Vultus – inspired by anime and manga
Say konnichiwa to the Honda NM4 Vultus, a cool-looking two-wheeler that's turned up at the Osaka Motorcycle Show and which the Japanese company intends to put into production. Created by a young …
Lotus C-01 motorcycle debuts with 200 hp 1.2L V-twin
It took a while longer than planned, but the Lotus C-01, the first product of Lotus Motorcycles, is now ready to take to the streets. It’s breathtaking isn’t it? The C-01 will …
