JPJ eBid: VJU number plates now open for bidding
JPJ has announced that VJU is 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 is ‘VJU’, …
MyTukar opens new showrooms in Penang, Melaka, Johor – 30 retail and inspection outlets nationwide
myTukar has opened three new showrooms in Penang, Melaka and Johor respectively. The move is aimed at enhancing its physical presence and services across the country, opening up a more transparent and …
Cones and ‘Peronda’ placed at SUKE hotspots to deter emergency lane parking, ‘Do Not Stop’ signs up soon
By now, you would have heard of the new Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE). You would have also heard that Klang Valley's latest highway is a scenic elevated route with a …
Malaysia aims to grow EV market share to 38% thru National Energy Policy 2022-2040, fr under 1% in 2018
Malaysia aims to grow the electric vehicle market share to 38% by 2040 through the Low Carbon Nation Aspiration (Aspirasi Rendah Karbon) 2040, which is part of the National Energy Policy 2022-2040 …
Land Rover Defender 90 launched in Malaysia – short-wheelbase 3-door L663, 2 engines, from RM838,800
Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia (JLRM) has announced the availability of the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90, the three-door, short-wheelbase version of the L663-generation modern Defender. The 90 joins the five-door 110 that …
Honda Malaysia recalls 702 units of 2022 Civic FE and 2021 City RS Hybrid – seat slide adjuster, ADAS cam
Honda Malaysia (HM) has announced a product recall involving 702 units of the 2021 Honda City RS e:HEV and the 2022 Honda Civic. This proactive recall is a precautionary safety measure for …
August 2022 Malaysian vehicle sales up 36% – MAA
The Malaysian Automotive Assoiciation (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of August 2022, announcing that 66,614 vehicles were delivered to buyers last month. This is an increase of 17,692 …
Almost 100k cars entered SUKE highway in first 24 hrs
Nearly 100,000 vehicles were recorded entering the Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) in the first 24 hours after its opening to the public, which was at noon on September 16. Concessionaire …
BMW celebrates 59th Malaysia Day and 50 years of M with largest BMW M gathering – over 120 M cars!
As most of us caught up with some rest over the long weekend, BMW Malaysia and members of the M Owners Malaysia community took to the heart of Kuala Lumpur to celebrate …
GDL D license now qualifies for BTM 4,000 kg trucks
The Ministry of Transport has decided to allow GDL Class D license holders to temporarily drive trucks with an increased kerb weight limit of up to 4,000 kg, which is a 500 …
2022 Honda HR-V scores 5 stars in ASEAN NCAP test
The 2022 Honda HR-V has received the full five stars in the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 assessment protocol, and the SUV delivered "an incredible performance" with a score of 81.38 points. In the …
MAA wants EV tax break extension, 10-year incentives
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), which represents carmakers in our country, wants an extension of tax breaks for electric vehicles (EVs) in the upcoming Budget 2023. Announced in Budget 2022 and currently …
SUKE highway accident caused by Myvi stopping on emergency lane to take in KL view – rider injured
This was bound to happen, and it didn't take long. Just two days after the Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) opened to the public, we have our first accident on the …
Public transport projects in Malaysia still on track as planned, unaffected by weakening of the ringgit – Wee
The government says that ongoing public transport projects, including the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), have not been affected by the weakening of the ringgit and remain on track as planned. According …
JPJ eBid: VJT number plates now open for bidding
JPJ has announced that VJT is 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 is ‘VJT’, …
Petronas officially launches Gentari – EV leasing via VaaS, 25,000 EV charging points in Asia-Pac by 2030
Following the announcement of its formation in June, clean energy solutions provider Gentari has now been officially introduced. The brand, which is fully-owned by Petronas, was launched last night by prime minister …
SUKE highway officially launched – Cheras-Ampang Phase 1 open to public Sept 16, toll-free in first month
The Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) has been officially launched by senior works minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who announced that the new highway will be open to the public at …
Car tyre prices in Malaysia set to go up next month, making it the third increase this year – report
It isn't just prices of car spare parts that have gone up in recent times. Tyres have also been subjected to price hikes this year, not just once, but up to three …
SUKE highway improves Jln Ampang stretch below it
When it comes to highways, it's the luck of the draw. Everyone will feel for the residential areas immediately below elevated roads - Sri Petaling residents opposing the MEX come to mind …
JPJ invites BMW to test hydrogen fuel cell and autonomous cars in Malaysia after visit to Munich HQ
JPJ has invited BMW to test its hydrogen fuel cell and Level 3 autonomous vehicles in Malaysia. This is after a four-day work visit to the carmaker's home in Munich, Germany, led …
