New L663 Land Rover Defender spotted in Malaysia
Last week, Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia hinted at the launch of the latest L663 Defender by listing the off-road SUV on its official website, although it didn’t provide an official introduction date …
Touch n Go eWallet’s GO+ fund now Shariah-compliant
Touch n Go Group and Principal Asset Management today jointly announced that Principal e-Cash Fund, the underlying fund for Touch n Go’s GO+ product, is now Shariah-compliant. This makes the GO+ fund …
The reopening of driving schools – JPJ to take the matter up to transport ministry soon for resolution
Car showrooms are back in action, automotive production has resumed, and even car wash centres have reopened as part of the economic relaxation announced by the government for all states, including those …
JPJ offering up to 70% discount for saman, ‘Merdeka sales’ from today till Sept 16 – blacklist included
The road transport department (JPJ) has announced that it will be offering up to 70% discounts for saman that is compoundable. This is in conjunction with Malaysia's 64th independence day celebrations, which …
2022 Proton Iriz vs Perodua Myvi – we compare the maintenance costs of both over five years/100,000 km
We recently covered the maintenance cost of the new 2022 Proton Iriz facelift, which has increased compared to the outgoing 2019 model. Over five years or 100,000 km, it will now cost …
MAA welcomes decision to allow car showrooms to reopen, says industry lost RM14 bil in June and July
The government's decision to allow car sales and automotive production to resume in states currently under phase one of the national recovery plan has been lauded by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA). …
Toyota Corolla 50 millionth unit milestone from M’sian perspective – first CKD Toyota in 1968, 300k units sold
Last week, Toyota celebrated 50 million sales of its bread-and-butter model, the Corolla. The literal crown jewel in the company's lineup (the name is Latin for "small crown", after all), it's been …
JPJ reminds motorists that all road tax and lesen must be renewed by September 30 – no further extension
The road transport department (JPJ) has reiterated that the renewal period of road tax (LKM) and driving licences will not be extended beyond September 30. The department's director-general Datuk Zailani Hashim said …
Puspakom Glenmarie and Teluk Kumbar reopen, mobile truck and van service in Johor resumes
Now that car factories and showrooms can reopen, the buying and selling of vehicles can resume after being stuck for a couple of months. As such, Puspakom services will be high in …
Merdeka Race online with 2021 MSF-MAM Merdeka CyberEnduro – win Yokohama tyres, Advanti wheels!
In time-honoured tradition, the end of the month of August bring more than just celebrations of our nation's independence, but also the annual running of endurance racing in the country. As such, …
2022 Proton Persona, Iriz maintenance costs increased compared to 2019 models – what are the changes?
Proton recently gave the Iriz and Persona their second facelifts earlier this month, with both benefiting from styling updates as well as equipment changes. The national carmaker’s B-segment models also have a …
July 2021 Malaysian vehicle sales go up by 269%
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of July 2021, announcing earlier today that a total of 7,086 vehicles were delivered last month. This is an …
Shell partners with Malaysian Red Crescent Society, Mercy Malaysia for Covid-19 relief and recovery efforts
Shell Malaysia today announced a partnership with the Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) and Mercy Malaysia to provide critical relief and assistance to vulnerable communities impacted by the Covid-19 outbreak, as well …
PLUS announces RFID upgrading work at toll plazas
Click to enlarge PLUS has announced that it will perform upgrading works on the RFID system at selected toll plazas nationwide. The work will happen from 1am to 4am on August 17 …
Car factories can operate; showroom visits, car wash allowed for fully vaccinated in Phase 1 PPN states
Breaking news. Prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has announced economic relaxations for all states, including those that are still under the Phase 1 of the economic recovery plan (PPN). The previous …
MARii and PEKEMA to accelerate development of EV infrastructure in Malaysia – 1,000 DC chargers by 2025
Earlier this week, Malaysia Automotive Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) and the Malay Vehicle Importers and Traders Association of Malaysia (PEKEMA) inked a memorandum of agreement (MoA) towards the development of an …
Puspakom Teluk Kumbar, Penang branch closed for sanitisation until further notice – auto refunds
Puspakom has announced the temporary closure of its Teluk Kumbar branch in Penang for the disinfection and sanitisation process. The outlet will remain closed until further notice. As usual, all payment made …
Naza urges govt to allow resumption of auto industry
Naza Automotive Group is urging the government to allow the automotive sector to resume operations with immediate effect, two and a half months after the full movement control order (FMCO) kicked into …
Proton says over 86% of its staff now fully vaccinated
In July, Proton announced that it had begun a vaccination programme for all its employees who were not yet vaccinated, and said it expected to have most of its employees fully vaccinated …
VIDEO: 2022 Proton Iriz and Persona facelift crash tested for ASEAN NCAP – 5-star safety ratings
https://youtu.be/Tp7TqW5cL28 Having announced the five-star safety ratings for the facelifted Proton Iriz and Persona last week, ASEAN NCAP has now released a video of the crash tests for the B-segment duo. As …
