Bank Negara Malaysia increases OPR by 0.25% to 3%
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has increased the overnight policy rate (OPR) by 0.25% to 3%, the central bank announced after its monetary policy committee (MPC) convened on May 3, 2023. This is …
2023 Peugeot 2008 SE in Malaysia – CKD B-segment SUV with styling package; Allure specs; from RM137k
Bermaz Auto Alliance (BAASB) has introduced the new Peugeot 2008 Special Edition (SE) in Malaysia. Based on the existing Allure variant that was launched last January, the SE version adds a styling …
JPJ eBid: JWF and VKW number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that JWF and VKW are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Johor's latest running number series is ‘JWF’, …
Proton X90 SUV launched, priced from RM123,800 to RM152,800 – 6 or 7 seats, 1.5L TGDi 48V mild-hybrid
Following its media preview in March and first drive last month, the Proton X90 is now officially on sale in Malaysia, having been launched earlier this evening by prime minister Datuk Seri …
KTM Komuter planned service disruption on May 11/13
Click to enlarge KTM has announced that its Komuter service, specifically the Batu Caves - Pulau Sebang line, will face delays on May 11 and May 13. The former is a Thursday, …
JPJ eBid: DET and BRL number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that DET and VKS are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Kelantan's latest running number series is ‘DET’, …
Perodua to reduce price soon – Axia E to be cheaper?
Unless you've been living on a different planet, you'll have noticed that everything seems to going up in price these days, including new cars. It's not just with all-new models - sometimes, …
MyEG gets three-year contract extension to handle JPJ-related services, but no longer exclusive provider
The government has announced that it has extended MyEG Services' contract to provide road transport department (JPJ) online services for another three years. Its present contract for a three-year extended period was …
Tesla Light Show feature demonstrated on Star Wars Day in Malaysia – Model Y, Model 3 EVs in formation
The Wesak Day public holiday was on May 4, which also marked what's known as Star Wars Day. In celebration of the latter, the Star Wars Malaysia Fan Club partnered with Tesla …
Free bus to the first Parliament Open Day this weekend
Click to enlarge An interesting thing to do this weekend is a visit to parliament. Yes, you heard right, Malaysia's parliament will have its inaugural open day this weekend, May 6-7, and …
Neta U EV SUV to be launched in Malaysia by Q2 2024 – Neta S electric sedan targeted for Q1 2025 debut
The Neta V is just the first of a few models that the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer has planned for Malaysia. At today’s launch of the crossover, it was revealed that …
Chery partners Inokom, makes Malaysia its ASEAN hub – RHD R&D centre, exports to Australia
At today's Malaysia Autoshow 2023 media day, Chery officiated its partnership with Inokom for CKD local assembly at the latter’s 200-acre facility in Kulim. The first two Chery models that will roll …
Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance in Malaysia – 843 hp/1,400 Nm V8 PHEV; from RM2.1 million OTR
Electrification is taking an increasingly mainstream role in the roster of new vehicle launches, and today's high-performance offering from the three-pointed star is in keeping with the theme, and it is also …
RON97 petrol price May 2023 week two update – price of premium fuel remains unchanged at RM3.35 per litre
Another Wednesday, and so it's time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance announcing the retail price of fuels in the country for the coming week …
Perodua leaking oil filter issue – 40,000 units of Axia, Bezza, Myvi, Alza, Ativa involved; free warranty claim
On the sidelines of the Malaysia Autoshow 2023, Perodua addressed the leaking oil filter issue that has been the talk of many owners on social media in recent months. According to Perodua …
Neta V – cheapest EV in Malaysia at RM99,800, plus RM10k cash voucher; 380 km range, 120 km/h max
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Neta has officially made its debut in Malaysia, and the first model being offered here is the Neta V. Distribution of Neta cars is handled by Intro …
Perodua EMO EV study previews all-electric Myvi – up to 350 km range, 300 kW fast charging, 80% in 20 mins
Despite having clearly stated that its move into electrification would first come via the hybrid route, national automaker Perodua has offered a glimpse of how its all-electric path could shape up down …
2023 Subaru Forester facelift launched in Malaysia – EyeSight ADAS on all four variants; from RM174k OTR
Following its quiet arrival into TC Subaru's showroom in Petaling Jaya last month, the 2023 Subaru Forester facelift as now been officially launched for the Malaysian market. Here in four variants, the …
Peugeot e-2008 previewed in Malaysia – 136 PS, 260 Nm, 50 kWh battery, 320 km EV range; launch soon?
Bermaz Auto Alliance has previewed the Peugeot e-2008 at the ongoing Malaysia Autoshow 2023. The all-electric version of the second-generation 2008 first made its global debut back in 2019 and is the …
2023 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro makes Malaysian debut – 7-seater SUV, 2.0T with 250 hp/390 Nm, June launch
As reported, Chery is making its public debut at the Malaysia Autoshow 2023 event this week. Held at MAEPS Serdang, the show is open to the public from May 4-7. We're here …
