East Coast floods – KTM cancels 12 train services
It's been gloomy and wet lately, and unfortunately for some in Peninsular Malaysia, flooded as well. The East Coast states of Kelantan and Terengganu have been particularly badly hit and now, KTM …
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Geely enters Thailand, Indonesia, Australia – what happened to using Proton for RHD, ASEAN markets?
The launches of the EX5 (or Geely Galaxy E5, or Proton eMas 7) in Thailand, and Aletra in Indonesia, mean that Geely per se is now in these major ASEAN markets. The …
RM200m LPT1 flood mitigation project to be completed by Dec 2028 – road elevation, improved drainage
Aside from the RM2.1 billion Karak Highway and Lebuhraya Pantai Timur (LPT) 1 widening project that we detailed yesterday, concessionaire AFA Prime Berhad (previously known as Anih Berhad) is also working on …
Negeri Sembilan committed to installing EV chargers
Following news that the investment, trade and industry ministry (MITI) is working on having DC EV chargers in all Selangor and Johor districts, the Negeri Sembilan state government has chimed in, stating …
Penang Island parking rate increase by 50% beginning March 2025 deemed unjustified by local association
The announced increase of parking rates in Penang Island beginning March 2025 has not been well received by Penang Ratepayers Association (PRA), The Star reports. According to its president, Lee Kim Noor, …
Bermaz Changan to sell Deepal EVs in Malaysia – S05 and S07 SUVs confirmed for launch, likely in mid-2025
Deepal S07 at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show Bermaz Changan, a newly incorporated subsidiary that is 85% owned by Bermaz Auto (BAuto), has been awarded distributorship rights for Deepal brand electric …
KL Monorail to get three more train sets, undergo RM16.81m upgrade – auto platform gates at all stations
A total of RM16.81 million has been allocated for the phased upgrade of all 11 KL Monorail stations, including RM6.81 million for automatic platform gates (APG) throughout and RM10 million for lift …
RM2.1b Karak Highway, LPT1 widening project starts in Jan 2025 – Gombak to Bentong, new tunnel, 4 years
Proposed new tunnel at Genting Sempah - click to enlarge Things will get worse before it gets better. That's a line from Tan Sri Azmil Khalili Khalid, chairman of the AFA Group. …
Legal Liability to Passengers motor insurance add-on could become compulsory in Malaysia soon?
The transport ministry will examine the implications of making car insurance compulsory for private car passengers, as it could significantly impact insurance costs for vehicle owners, reports Bernama, with transport minister Anthony …
Ferrari 12Cilindri launched in Malaysia – coupe from RM4.7 mil, Spider RM5.1 mil; 6.5L NA V12 with 830 PS
Following its world debut in May this year, the Ferrari 12Cilindri (or Dodici Cilindri in full Italian) has now been launched in Malaysia. According to the brand’s official importer and distributor, Ital …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia collaborates with hotels, golf courses and CPOs to expand EV charging network
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has partnered several hotels, golf courses and charging point operators (CPO) to expand its EV charging network for its customers in the country. The lifestyle destinations in question are …
Deepal S07 – second EV SUV coming to Malaysia via Bermaz; up to 258 PS, 475 km WLTP range
As previously reported, Deepal is set to enter Malaysia under Bermaz starting in the middle of next year, and today we're taking a look at the Deepal S07. Previously called the S7, …
BMW Group Malaysia officiates expanded Regional Parts Distribution Centre in Senai, Johor; 65,000 sq m
BMW Group Malaysia has officiated its expanded regional parts distribution centre in Senai, Johor, which was officially opened in 2017. This was held in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the regional …
Chery Omoda 5 dons pink wrap with Ariana Grande to promote Wicked at TGV Pavilion Bukit Jalil until Dec 11
Chery's upstart Omoda brand has announced a collaboration with Universal Pictures to promote the latter's new film Wicked, currently in cinemas. The partnership will see the carmaker wrap its Omoda 5 and …
Honda Motocompacto coming to KLIMS 2024 – free trial of electric scooter, successor of 80s Motocompo
Honda Malaysia is bringing the Honda Motocompacto to the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS), which is happening from December 5 to 11 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre …
Malaysian Transport Ministry open to m’bike e-hailing
The Malaysian Transport Ministry is open to a reassessment of motorcycle e-hailing services. Speaking during the winding up the 2025 Budget debate for the ministry in the Dewan Rakyat, Transport Minister Anthony …
Malaysian fuel prices December 2024 week one – all unchanged; diesel RM2.95/litre, RON97 RM3.19/litre
It's Wednesday, which means it's time once again for the weekly Malaysian fuel price update, with the ministry of finance announcing the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of November …
Bentley Bentayga Umbra now in Malaysia – limited edition crafted by Mulliner, 1 of 6 in APAC, RM3.68m
This is the Bentley Bentayga Umbra, a limited edition Bentayga S crafted by Mulliner, Bentley’s coachbuilding arm that's also in charge of personalisation and special editions. Commissioned by the carmaker's Asia Pacific …
Massive floods in Kelantan displace 8,838 residents
Flooding across nine districts in Kelantan has displace 8,838 residents as of 2.43pm today, according to a report by Sinar Harian. Pasir Mas reported the highest number of evacuees with 1,634 people, …
Deepal S05: closer look at EV SUV coming to Malaysia via Bermaz; 238 PS, 510 km range, REEV available
Bermaz is set to welcome its second Chinese electric vehicle brand in the shape of Deepal, Changan's premium EV-first marque. The company is reportedly looking to bring in two SUV models by …
