2019 Hyundai Santa Fe to make M’sian debut at KLIMS
It looks like Hyundai Malaysia will be displaying the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe this week at the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS 2018). The company changed the cover photo on its …
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New national car to drive other sectors, says Mahathir
The new national car project (NNCP) has been a big talking point since prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad mooted it in June, and Astro Awani reports that the he is standing …
Toyota showing FT-1, i-Road and TS030 racer at KLIMS
Besides the confirmed debut of the new Camry and possible preview of the new Vios at the KL International Motor Show (KLIMS 2018), which opens later this week, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) …
PLUS RFID opens for public pilot in Penang and Kedah on December 15 – uses credit and debit cards
It appears that Touch 'n Go isn't the only one in the RFID toll payment game, as PLUS has announced that it too is introducing such a system. The highway concessionaire will …
New Toyota Vios teased, hinting at Malaysian introduction soon – bookings open on November 22
UMW Toyota has begun teasing the new Toyota Vios, and all that has been offered is a Facebook posting stating that the order books for the car will open on November 22. …
Works ministry given six months to settle toll issue
This one just won't go to rest. The works ministry says it will submit proposals to the cabinet about the possibility of reducing toll rates - or abolishing collection - once discussions …
Proton X70 gets 5 star ASEAN NCAP crash safety rating; new SUV to make public debut at KLIMS 2018
The Proton X70 has been awarded the full five star rating by ASEAN NCAP in the latest crash safety test. What's more impressive is that the C-segment SUV - a MY2018 Executive …
DBKL plans to build multi-level car parks in PPR areas
The federal territories ministry is looking into constructing multi-level car parks in a number of People's Housing Project (PPR) locations to address the shortage of parking space for residents, Bernama reports. According …
Pre-Sept 1 AES summonses worth RM605mil erased
The government has cancelled 4.03 million outstanding Automated Enforcement System (AES) summonses worth RM605 million. The summonses were issued from 2012 to August 31 this year, said transport minister Anthony Loke, reported …
Naza Quest ends its Chevrolet distributorship – GM to announce new Malaysian partner in due course
Naza Quest has announced that effective from November 15, it will cease the distribution of new Chevrolet vehicles in Malaysia. It added that under an agreement between it and General Motors (GM), …
2018 Ford Mustang facelift to be unveiled at KLIMS
The 2018 Ford Mustang facelift is set to make its Malaysian debut very soon - Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) has announced that the mid-cycle action (MCA) refresh of the sixth-generation S550 …
Sunway BRT fares reduced by 20% from December 1
The transport ministry has announced that the fare for the Sunway Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service will be reduced by 20% starting from December 1, Bernama reports. Transport minister Anthony Loke said …
Rented parking bays must be open to all after 6.30pm
The Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) has stated that parking bays rented by business operators must be opened to the public after 6.30pm. This comes following enforcement operations conducted recently, whereby officers …
2019 Mercedes-AMG G63 launched in M’sia – RM1.5mil
Nearly 40 years on, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has finally been given a thorough makeover, the legendary off-roader getting some substantial updates under the same old, same old skin. Now, the latest version …
Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe launched in Malaysia – 503 hp, 700 Nm; RM916k and RM934k
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has answered the prayers of those who felt the ‘43’ variants of the Mercedes-Benz GLC were a little underpowered for their taste with two new introductions today – the Mercedes-AMG …
Malaysia driving cycle standard planned as part of country’s initiatives on fuel economy development
The Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) has announced updates on the country’s initiatives on fuel economy development, in line with worldwide initiatives set out by the global fuel economy initiative (GFEI). The updates …
Perodua to display concept car at KLIMS – new SUV?
The 2018 edition of the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS) is just around the corner now, opening to the public on November 23 to December 2. As the Malaysian auto market …
AAM Malaysian Motorsports Blueprint Forum 2018 – mapping out motorsports development for the country
The Automobile Association of Malaysia (AAM), as the official national auto-sports authority (ASN) and custodian of Malaysian motorsports with the international motorsports federation (FIA) will be holding a discussion forum and workshop …
2019 Toyota Camry 2.5V – public debut at KLIMS 2018
The new 2019 Toyota Camry will be heading to the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS) next week, as revealed through a Toyota Malaysia Instagram post. Specifications and pricing have already been …
Johor plans to build a new bridge to Singapore in 2019
According to The Straits Times, the Johor state government has identified a few projects that will be implemented in 2019, and this includes a new bridge linking Johor Bahru and Singapore. In …
