50% highway toll discount for CNY 2026, Feb 14-15
The government has announced a 50% discount on highway toll charges nationwide for the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations. The half price discount starts on 12.01am on February 14 and will end …
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2026 Proton S70 MC1 – new 1.5T i-GT 4-cyl, AACP, four variants, first look at the Flagship and Flagship X
Ahead of its launch on February 11, Proton has opened the order books for the 2026 Proton S70 at all 3S and 4S centres nationwide starting from today. The refreshed sedan is …
2026 Zeekr 7X pricing updated – three variants now from RM183k to RM231k; increased by up to 1.8%
Zeekr Malaysia has announced the latest pricing for the Zeekr 7X range that was officially launched in Malaysia in August 2025, which sees a slight increase across the board following the removal …
UMW Toyota sold a ‘steady’ 4,700 cars in Jan 2026 – GR Corolla AT and Vios Hybrid launched last month
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) sold 4,700 units in January 2026, which the company describes as a steady opening for the year amidst a competitive market environment. The result reflects steady market response …
Jetour Malaysia to expand to 50 outlets in 2026 – new HQ with regional technical training centre to be set up
Having sold 2,741 vehicles here last year, Jetour Malaysia has announced plans to grow its presence in the country this year with an expansion of its network infrastructure. Besides increasing the number …
CBU EV importers may be required to install charging stations; prioritising DC chargers crucial: MITI
The ministry of investment, trade and industry (MITI) is considering requiring companies bringing in fully imported (CBU) electric vehicles to help install more EV charging facilities, said its minister Datuk Seri Johari …
Kelle Energy launches Malaysia’s first BESS mobile EV chargers – 60 kW DC, solution to charging queues?
Singapore-based Kelle Energy has launched Malaysia's first Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) mobile EV chargers. These wheeled powerbanks have a 184 kWh BESS, are capable of 60 kW DC charging, can juice …
2026 Proton S70 MC1 open for booking – 1.5T i-GT 4-cyl, 0-100 km/h 7.5 secs, 17.5 km/l, AACP, launch 11 Feb
Right on cue, Proton has previewed the 2026 S70, which will be open for booking at all 3S and 4S centres nationwide starting tomorrow, February 7, ahead of its launch of February …
Zeekr has CKD local assembly plans for its EVs, leveraging on parent Geely’s investment in Malaysia
At the recent test drive event for Malaysian media and owners in Harbin, China, Zeekr Malaysia’s GM Eddy Lu revealed that the brand's 9X flagship SUV will be coming to Malaysia, with …
MyDigital ID will be sole login method for MyJPJ app from March 1 – 1-month extension from Feb deadline
Over the past week, motorists accessing the road transport department’s (JPJ) MyJPJ mobile app by entering their 12-digit identification card (MyKad) number and password might have found that they can still do …
Integrated database on drivers of heavy vehicles planned for more effective enforcement, monitoring
The Malaysian government, through the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) is planning the development of an integrated, inter-agency database on drivers of heavy vehicles for more effective enforcement and monitoring, reported Bernama. …
2026 Proton S70 MC1 shown – i-GT 4-cyl, new headlights and wheels, bodykit with red lines, Giti tyres
The slow trickle of information of the 2026 Proton S70 continues, with dealer CS Prima Auto in Georgetown posting the first images of the mildly updated sedan. The photos give us a …
Volkswagen Golf Mk8.5 1.5 eTSI R-Line now in Malaysia – RM185,990, first 50 early birds get RM6k off
The Volkswagen Golf R-Line Mk8.5 gets officially priced in Malaysia at RM185,990, but the first 50 early birds who make a booking will enjoy RM6k off which takes the pricetag down to …
Petronas Mesra Rewards – redeem free fuel and Kedai Mesra items; earn up to 3x points with the Setel app
It is easy to collect and redeem Mesra Rewards points when you refuel at a Petronas station, as you can do so without needing to immediately sign up as a member in …
LRT3 Shah Alam Line will open by June 2026 – Loke
The LRT3 Shah Alam Line is finally expected to begin operations by June. This was revealed by transport minister Anthony Loke during an interview on a radio show earlier today. He added …
Malaysia Transport Safety Board (MTSB) Bill to be tabled in June, cabinet has agreed in principle – Loke
The Malaysia Transport Safety Board (MTSB) Bill is expected to be tabled in parliament this June, transport minister Anthony Loke has said, according to a Bernama report. The cabinet has agreed in …
Dongfeng Vigo EV launched in Malaysia – Atto 2 rival with 51.87 kWh battery, 380 km WLTP; RM100k OTR
Following its preview last month, the Dongfeng Vigo EV has now been launched in Malaysia; also launched alongside it today is the Dongfeng 007. Priced at RM108,888 on-the-road without insurance, the Vigo …
Lepas cars arrive in Malaysia ahead of brand’s 1H 2026 launch – L8 and C-seg L6 SUVs to spearhead push
The image above is from the paultan.org Automotive/Car Discussion Group, posted by reader Saiful Hakim. It shows a distinctive container with Lepas branding, said to be taken in Port Klang. "Kereta dah …
Government to ensure Malaysia will not be a dumping ground for excess and cheap, low quality cars – Johari
The influx of new car brands that have come about in recent times may be a good thing for Malaysian buyers in terms of providing expanded choices and more competitively priced products, …
2026 Mitsubishi Xforce previewed in Malaysia – CKD; RM110k-RM120k est; 1.5L NA, CVT; launch in April
After confirming last month that the Mitsubishi Xforce will be launched here, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has now previewed its upcoming B-segment SUV offering that is locally assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang …
