2018 Proton X70 – why and how it was named as such
Now that Proton’s first-ever SUV has finally received its name, the question on the minds of most Malaysians is why the model is being called the X70. As you may know, the …
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Malaysia to be global production hub for right-hand drive Geely Boyue for exports, and the Proton X70
The big news today is the reveal of the Proton X70, the brand's first SUV. Proton pulled the wraps off the Geely Boyue-based C-segment SUV at its Centre of Excellence in Shah …
2018 Proton X70 SUV – official details finally released!
We're weeks away from the official launch of Proton's first ever SUV, and a closed-door viewing at the company's headquarters in Shah Alam earlier today finally revealed crucial details of the car, …
SST: Mercedes-Benz price list – 19 models up, 6 down
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has updated the prices of its Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG models that are currently on sale, in line with the implementation of the sales and service tax (SST) on September …
Mercedes-Benz GLC updated with Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist – RM294k to RM334k
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has announced that it has updated the GLC SUV with a couple of new safety features, as it revamps its lineup in conjunction with the introduction of the sales and …
Traffic offences tripled during AES grace period – Loke
The number of traffic offences has tripled following transport minister Anthony Loke's decision to write off summonses for the Automated Enforcement System (AES) before September 1, 2018. Talk about breaking the rules... …
Mercedes-Benz SEA II Skills Competition 2018 – identifying the best in pursuit of higher standards
Identifying the best warrants competition (at times) and it is through competition that standards are pushed to greater heights. This is the basis of the recent Mercedes-Benz SEA II Skills Competition 2018, …
BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo launched in Malaysia – locally-assembled CKD 630i GT for RM450k est
The BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo has been officially launched in Malaysia. First revealed in June 2017, the all new G32 may be wearing a "6" badge, but it's essentially the successor …
HSR to begin operations by January 2031, RM45.1 million to be paid to Singapore for postponement
A few days ago, Malaysia’s economic affairs minister Datuk Seri Azmin Ali announced the postponement of the KL-Singapore High Speed Rail (HSR) project, a deferral which will be in effect until May …
SST: Volvo Car Malaysia price list – same as with GST
In line with the implementation of the sales and services tax (SST) on September 1, Volvo Car Malaysia has released an updated price list for its models currently on sale, all being …
SST: Toyota announces new pricing – up to 1.04% less
UMW Toyota (UMWT) has updated the pricing for its models following the implementation of the sales and services tax (SST) on September 1. It’s a mixed bag here, with the new prices …
Proton aims to maintain momentum by absorbing SST
Earlier this week, Proton announced that it will absorb the sales and services tax (SST) for all its cars registered in the month of September. SST started on September 1 after three …
2018 Perodua Alza facelift introduced – from RM51k
Perodua has officially introduced the 2018 Alza facelift, the debut of the seven-seater not unexpected following its reveal in the company's Merdeka greeting and through a brochure leak a couple of days …
Touch n Go RFID pilot programme starts – we install the sticker and try out the new toll payment system
As reported, Touch n Go (TnG) has started the public pilot programme for the radio-frequency identification (RFID) system, a new electronic toll payment system that uses a sticker on the car to …
SST: MINI announces new price list – all JCW models up by RM7k, Countryman variants down by RM5k
Alongside the new price list for its BMW models, BMW Malaysia has announced new prices for the local MINI model range following the reintroduction of the sales and service tax (SST) on …
JPJ provides list of 45 AWAS cameras in operation
Recently, transport minister Anthony Loke announced that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) would take over the full operation of the Automated Enforcement System (AES) as well cover the enforcement operation of the …
MoT mulls merit system for prudent drivers – report
The ministry of transport (MoT) is considering a merit system that will reward prudent drivers through discounted vehicle insurance, according to The Edge Markets. Transport minister Anthony Loke said that the ministry …
SST: BMW Malaysia price list – CKD cheaper, CBU up; X3 xDrive30i Luxury finally introduced at RM313,800
BMW Malaysia has released a new price list for its local BMW model line-up following the re-implementation of the sales and service tax (SST) on September 1. The 10% sales tax takes …
Malaysia and Singapore agree to delay HSR project by two years – no compensation required during that time
Malaysia and Singapore have agreed to postpone the development of the KL-Singapore High Speed Rail (HSR) project, with no compensation required. The deferral will be in effect until May 31, 2020, and …
Kia Sorento facelift teased ahead of launch in Malaysia
Kia Malaysia has begun teasing the arrival of the new Sorento facelift on its social media channels ahead of an imminent market launch. The SUV, currently in its third generation (UM), received …
