UMW Toyota Motor sold 5,814 units in March 2026
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced that it has sold 5,184 vehicles in the month of March 2026, surpassing its sales volume of February which itself exceeded its sales volume in January …
KTMB to offer 30% discount on ETS and ERT tickets from April 15, says transport minister Anthony Loke
Train commuters will get to enjoy a 30% on Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) tickets when travelling on weekdays starting from this Wednesday (April 15, 2026), reports The Star. According to transport …
Tyre price hike likely, crude oil directly impacts costs: Malaysian Retreaded Tyre Manufacturers Association
Tyre prices may increase slightly as tyre manufacturers face rising costs in fuel and petrochemicals, according to industry experts, reported The Star. The tyre industry is facing clear upward pressure on production …
Widening price difference of fuel, extra costs affecting supply at pumps – Malaysian petrol dealers group
It has been reported that isolated cases of fuel supply disruptions have been happening at petrol stations. A trade association has indicated why, explaining that the reasons include the widening difference between …
Diesel supply stable; disruptions due to delays in deliveries to ports and depots, not shortage – Armizan
The government has given its assurance that the supply of diesel fuel remains sufficient, but enforcement measures will continue to be strengthened to prevent leakages in the supply chain amid ongoing global …
Motorists ignoring traffic signals and zebra crossings can have their driving licences suspended – JPJ
Disregarding traffic signals and pedestrian crossings can result in motorists facing penalties affecting their driving licences, including suspension. This is according to Johor road transport department (JPJ) director Zulkarnain Yasin, who said …
2026 Honda CR-V e:HEV RS, e:HEV E Malaysian gallery – update adds built-in Google, BLIS, RCTA, fr. RM178k
Last month, Honda Malaysia announced that the sixth-generation Honda CR-V had been updated for 2026. The changes brought about by the local refresh are minor, consisting of some extra kit and a …
Insurers to prioritise towing for emergency situations, provide alternatives amid service disruptions – PIAM
The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) has released a statement in response to reports of widespread insurance towing service disruptions. This has come about due to increased costs as a direct …
Road construction, maintenance projects expected to be further delayed due to rising costs – Ahmad Maslan
The rising costs of construction materials and operational expenses, especially diesel, is expected to cause further delays in road construction and maintenance projects nationwide, said deputy works minister Ahmad Maslan, reported Bernama. …
2026 Xpeng X9 Malaysian gallery – outdated now, but still with up to 320 PS, 590 km WLTP range, fr RM289k
The devil works hard, but Xpeng works harder. Its X9 was only launched in Malaysia last year, but such is the Chinese automotive upstart's rate of development that it can be quite …
Platform door installations not straightforward; high costs, extensive modifications at older stations – Loke
Almost exactly a year ago, a visually-impaired man fell on to the LRT tracks and sadly got run over by a train. Transport minister Anthony Loke said then that platform screen doors …
Michelin Primacy 5 line in Malaysia now includes SUVs – 34 new sizes for 16-22 inch wheels; EV-ready
Michelin Malaysia has announced it is expanding its Michelin Primacy 5 line to include SUVs, covering both internal combustion engine (ICE) and fully electric (EV) models. This comes just over a month …
Proton X70 Sport Edition – special run limited to 600 units, based on Premium variant; launch on April 16
Over the weekend, Proton officially announced the limited-run X70 Sport Edition that is capped at 600 units, and the new variant is set for debut later this week on April 16. Based …
Gov’t considering mandatory audits on petrol stations within 50 km of borders to combat fuel smuggling
As part of a strategic policy shift by the ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN) to disrupt the supply lines of cross-border fuel smuggling syndicates, the government is considering …
Go digital instead of visiting counters, save fuel – JPJ
The global fuel crisis is still ongoing, and the road transport department (JPJ) is urging the public to use its online services instead of physically coming to its counters, Bernama reports. "A …
Jaecoo J5 in Malaysia – B-segment SUV with Level 2 ADAS, TÜV-certified pet-friendly upholstery; RM108k
Launched in March this year, the Jaecoo J5 is the brand's entry into the B-segment SUV category where it faces the likes of the Proton X50 and the Honda HR-V, at the …
Despite subsidies, diesel price is affecting Malaysian hauliers – credit limits are being exhausted earlier
Bus operators aren't the only ones feeling the effects from the fuel crisis brought about by the Middle East conflict, because the increase in the price of diesel is also taking a …
Your driving licence is a privilege, not a right – MIROS
"Obtaining a (driving) licence is not a right. It is a privilege. Even with a licence, it does not mean you are competent in every vehicle. If the environment or the type …
Long-haul express bus trips may face delays due to diesel purchase caps and fuel shortages – PMBOA
Diesel purchase caps and fuel shortages at certain service stations are cited as reasons for long-haul express bus trips possibly facing delays, reports NST. According to Pan Malaysian Bus Operators Association (PMBOA) …
Proton X70 Sport Edition – Quartz Black, limited to 600 units, open for preview this weekend, April 16 debut
It’s not Proton without a late-in-the-day press release, and so, here we are, with the national automaker announcing details on the dressed-up X70 sighted earlier on a transporter. As correctly identified, it’s …
