ECRL now at 81% progress, to be complete Dec 2026
The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has now reached a progress rate of 81.07%, and the alignment from Kota Baru to Selangor is on track for completion by December 2026, Bernama …
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Bentley Continental GT Speed launched in Malaysia – 4th-gen is a V8 PHEV; 782 PS, 1k Nm; from RM3.12m
The fourth-generation Bentley Continental GT is now in Malaysia, in Speed performance flagship form. Now a plug-in hybrid V8, the new Speed is the most powerful road-going Bentley ever, and the price …
Proton eMas 7 bookings exceed 5,500 units – over 1.8k units delivered; Malaysia’s best-selling EV this year
Proton has announced it has received over 5,500 bookings for the eMas 7 since order taking for the electric vehicle (EV) began in October last year - the launch took place in …
GWM Ora Good Cat GT launching in Malaysia soon – EV with sportier design; more powerful 171 PS motor?
During yesterday’s preview of the Tank 500 HEV, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia revealed that it will also add the Ora Good Cat GT to its local line-up soon. The Good Cat …
JPJ eBid: PRS and TDC number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that PRS and TDC are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Penang's latest running number series is ‘PRS’, …
GWM Tank 500 HEV – seven-seat luxury 2.0T hybrid SUV shown again in Malaysia ahead of official debut
Following the opening of the order books for the GWM Tank 500 earlier this week, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia has offered another showcase viewing of the upcoming SUV, doing so at …
Chinese carmakers may shift focus to SE Asia amidst tariff pressures, Malaysia likely a key target – CIMB
Chinese carmakers and parts suppliers are expected to shift their focus towards tariff-friendly regions such as Southeast Asia, and Malaysia is likely to emerge as a key target, reports the New Straits …
Sepang International Circuit appoints Anita Azrina as chairman, Azman Yahya steps down
Stepping down after 15 years as chairman of Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC) is Tan Sri Azman Yahya. His place will be taken by Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz, marking a milestone …
Continental UltraContact UX7 unveiled for Malaysia – SUV tyre offered in sizes ranging from 15 to 22 inches
Continental Tyres has unveiled the UltraContact UX7. Offered in sizes ranging from 15 to 22 inches, this SUV-dedicated tyre will be purchasable starting from the second quarter at Continental-branded outlets and official …
Kelantan to receive eight EV buses, operations to begin July – free for students, PwDs, senior citizens
Konsortium E-Mutiara bus Kelantan is set to receive eight electric buses valued at RM11.2 million, and these are expected to begin operations in the state in July, reported New Straits Times. The …
Malaysian fuel prices April 2025 week 3 – RON97 down 10 sen to RM3.18/litre; diesel down 10 sen, RM2.88/litre
It is once again Wednesday, making it time once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia. The ministry of finance has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming …
Chinese president Xi Jinping Malaysia visit – take note of road closures, diversions in Kuala Lumpur today
The Kuala Lumpur City Command and Control Centre (KLCCC DBKL) has shown images of closures at selected highways around the city centre today for the official visit of Chinese president Xi Jinping …
Rapid KL On-Demand vans now serving PJ Section 7 and 17, Puchong Utama/Prima, Taman Desa Baiduri
Rapid Bus has announced that its Rapid KL On-Demand vans will start serving new areas starting from tomorrow, April 17. This round, there are two new zones and one existing zone that …
Government considering inclusion of motorcycle lanes on future highways in Malaysia – works ministry
The works ministry is considering the inclusion of motorcycle lanes on new highways as part of long-term efforts aimed at keeping motorcyclists safe, reported Bernama. While the addition of motorcycle lane infrastructure …
Fifty years of the BMW 3 Series – sports sedan icon’s family gathering featuring E21, E30, E36, E46, E90, F30
Feeling old and tired? Worn down by the many years of hustling and/or providing? Here's some inspiration for all of us - despite looking fantastic, they're probably double the age their age …
Zeekr vehicles could be locally assembled in Malaysia – plans for production currently being evaluated
Zeekr vehicles could be locally assembled in Malaysia, according to Alex Bao, head of Zeekr Southeast Asia. Bao said this when replying to questions during a Q&A session at the media test …
Honda e:N1 open for booking in Malaysia – EV HR-V with 204 PS, up to 412 km range launching Q2 2025
At last, the Honda e:N1 is open for booking in Malaysia – the electric B-segment SUV, previewed at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) in December, is set to be launched …
JPJ offering RM150 flat rate saman discount for 79th anniversary – April 18-19, Stadium Indera Mulia, Ipoh
Click to enlarge JPJ is celebrating its 79th anniversary this year and is offering a RM150 flat rate discount for saman. The 'Tawaran Bayaran Saman Kompaun Khas' will be part of the …
KLIA Transit train frequency increased today and April 17 as road closures for China’s president Xi take place
Chinese president Xi Jinping will be arriving in Malaysia today for a three-day state visit and there will be a spate of road closures. The road closures involve roads around KLIA, Putrajaya, …
JPJ to introduce new SOPs and guidelines for heavy vehicles in May, focusing on vehicles over 7.5 tonnes
The road transport department (JPJ) says it will be introducing new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for commercial and public service vehicles next month. According to JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly …
