Traffic lights at Bank Negara roundabout from March 8
Klang Valley motorists, especially those who drive in and out of KL city, take note. DBKL has announced a traffic lights trial at Bulatan Dato Onn. The trial is for one month, …
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge in Malaysia gallery – 550 km EV range, 200 kW DC, Pixel LED headlamps; fr RM289k
In late February this year, Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) updated the C40 Recharge for the 2024 model year, which sees improvements to the electric vehicle’s powertrain as well as kit list. Pricing …
Gov’t to release data on road accident deaths daily in a bid to create awareness among Malaysian motorists
In a bid to create awareness about road safety, the government is aiming to make statistics on fatal road accidents available daily to the public. According to transport minister Anthony Loke, the …
Auto Bavaria Balakong opens for business; new BMW, MINI 4S centre replaces 27-year old AB Sungai Besi
The landmark that is Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi is no more. Established in 1997, one of the oldest BMW dealerships in town has relocated to Balakong. The new Auto Bavaria Balakong 4S …
JPJ eBid: VMF and QRU number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that VMF and QRU are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. WP Kuala Lumpur's latest running number series …
Prasarana to expand payment options for its public transport services, starting with Rapid KL buses
Prasarana is set to implement an open payment system for its rail and bus services in the Klang Valley, which will allow users to pay for their fares using methods other than …
East Coast Expressway LPT3 to constructed with build-operate-transfer financing model: Ahmad Maslan
Construction of the proposed 122 km-long East Coast Expressway Phase 3 (LPT3) will be built using the BOT (build, operate, transfer) financing model, according to Bernama via Malay Mail. Through the BOT …
Stellantis Malaysia begins operations – new Peugeot distributor says 408 coming in Q2, teases new brands
Following on from Bermaz Auto Alliance's (BAA) announcement last week, new Peugeot franchise holder Stellantis Malaysia has now announced it had begun operations last Friday, March 1. Stellantis is, of course, Peugeot's …
Transit shuttle vans may not ease traffic congestion; Malaysians prefer to commute by private vehicles
Bus lane in Kuala Lumpur Following the Malaysian government's approval of a RM50 million allocation for the expansion of bus lanes and the purchase of 100 units of Demand Response Transit (DRT) …
smart #1 Pro deliveries have begun in Malaysia – RM189,000 OTR; 272 PS, 343 Nm, 315 km EV range
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
