March 2019 week two fuel price – up again for RON 97
It’s another Friday, which means it's time for the usual weekly fuel price update. Petrol is up again this week, but only in the case of RON 97, with that of RON …
T32 Nissan X-Trail facelift – all four variants previewed!
We're live at a media preview event of the T32 Nissan X-Trail facelift, where four variants of the refreshed SUVs are being displayed. To recap, the range starts with the petrol-only 2.0L …
My100 scores 100,000 registrations; RM4/RM10 feeder bus service from Putra Heights LRT to KLIA/KLIA2
The My100 unlimited travel pass for land public transport users has recorded more than 100,000 registered users, a figure which shows that the general public is increasingly receptive towards public transport usage, …
DSK Murni – new EV with 350 km range, 40 minute charge time; Malaysia’s third national car maker?
There's a new car company called DSK Industry, claiming to be the first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in Malaysia. It even goes as far as to call itself the "third Malaysian National …
Latest-gen MINI Connected now in Malaysia – standard on all YM 2019 models, price higher but with better kit
The latest-generation MINI Connected is finally here in Malaysia and will be available on all 2019 Year Make MINI models as standard. It features built-in 4G SIM connectivity, which enables owners to …
Perodua donates three Bezza to Selangor police force
Perodua has contributed three units of the Bezza sedan to the Selangor Police Contingent (IPK Selangor) for use as patrol cars. The trio, which have been equipped with police equipment such as …
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan updated with digital Active Info Display, new full-LED tail lights – no price hike!
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced a few updates for its Tiguan model. Beginning March 2019, all Tiguan models sold will be fitted with the new 2019 Active Info Display (AID) …
Nissan X-Trail facelift open for booking – four variants, new 2.0L Hybrid; priced from RM140k to RM170k
Shortly after making its debut in Thailand, the T32 Nissan X-Trail facelift will soon be available for the Malaysian market. Edaran Tan Chong Malaysia (ETCM) said the seven-seat SUV will be launched …
Mitsubishi 4Sure Thrill event in Setia Alam, March 9-10
The Mitsubishi 4Sure Thrill event takes place this weekend at the Setia City Convention Centre outdoor car park from March 9-10, 2019, where taxi rides will be offered with two-time Dakar Rally …
Proton sales up 37% year-on-year – 5,283 sold in February; 2,823 units of X70 sold, 20,000 units booked
Proton has announced that it sold a total of 5,283 vehicles in February, scoring a 3% increase in market share over the same month last year to 12.7%. This also represented a …
BMW X7 confirmed for Malaysia – May 2019 launch
The all-new BMW X7 has been confirmed for Malaysia, with a launch scheduled for May 2019, BMW Malaysia told paultan.org. Munich's flagship SUV (or Sports Activity Vehicle, as the company calls its …
2019 W213 Mercedes-Benz E200 SportStyle, E300 Exclusive launched – new engines, kit; from RM330k
W213 Mercedes-Benz E 200 SportStyle Avantgarde Alongside the W213 Mercedes-Benz E 350 AMG Line, the E 200 SportStyle Avantgarde and E 300 Exclusive Line also join the updated E-Class range. Price-wise, the …
2019 W213 Mercedes-Benz E350 launched in Malaysia – new 48 V M264 engine with EQ Boost, RM399,888
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia today launched a new range-topping variant for the updated W213 E-Class line-up called the E 350 AMG Line. Priced at RM399,888, the E 350 joins the E 200 SportStyle Avantgarde …
Zero down payment sales offers illegal – KPDNHEP
Offers made by dealers to the effect of 'zero down payment required' for the purchase of cars is against the law, said the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP). This …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia introduces Hybrid Battery Extended Warranty – 8 years/180,000 km coverage
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has revealed a new Hybrid Battery Extended Warranty programme for the E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid and S 400 h. With this plan, which was first introduced in September 2018 for …
Transport ministry to make child seats more affordable before mandatory use in 2020 – no SST, import duties
At today’s ‘Child Safety Technical Workshop’ by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and Autoliv Hirotako Safety, transport minister Anthony Loke reiterated his ministry is aiming to make child seats …
MIROS and Autoliv showcase dynamic child seat testing capabilities ahead of mandatory use in 2020
In preparation for the mandatory use of child seats in vehicles from 2020, the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and Autoliv Hirotako Safety today held a workshop today to demonstrate …
Proton Exora facelift rendered – new look for 2020?
With the Iriz, Persona and even the Saga getting facelift updates soon, it appears Proton is working hard to keep its range up to date, or at least relevant to customers. The …
G15 BMW 8 Series now open for booking in Malaysia
BMW Malaysia has begun accepting bookings for the new G15 8 Series, which was first unveiled back in June last year. Based on the dedicated website set up by the company, it’ll …
Perodua sold 37,400 units in first two months of 2019 – 7.3% YOY increase, Aruz bookings at 13,000-unit mark
The first two months of 2019 have been fruitful for Perodua, as the national carmaker managed to deliver nearly 37,400 vehicles, which represents a 7.3% year-on-year increase from the corresponding period last …
