Google Maps motorcycle mode introduced in Malaysia
Three months after rolling it out in Indonesia, Google has now introduced its motorcycle mode in Malaysia - the new navigation mode is now available on the latest version of Google Maps, …
Gov’t looking at introducing deregistration certificates to tackle growing problem of abandoned vehicles
The transport ministry is looking into a possible solution to tackle the problem of abandoned vehicles, for which there are currently no provisions in the law to remove and dispose. It is …
Smart Selangor Parking – coupon-less payment system to be implemented across Selangor by 2019
The Smart Selangor Parking (SSP) system, which allows the public to make payments for parking and vehicle summonses through a smartphone app, is expected to be implemented at all 12 local authorities …
Total of 2.5 mil compounds yet to be settled – DBKL
According to Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), traffic offenders have yet to settle a total of 2.5 million compound traffic notices issued as of May 31. In a report by Bernama, DBKL …
Ride-hailing not banned, but must be fair to taxis: Loke
Despite pleas from certain groups such as taxi driver organisations, transport minister Anthony Loke said that the government will not be banning ride-hailing services like Grab, but they will have to be …
No plans for Cash for Clunkers programme – Loke
The government says it has no concrete plans to introduce a Cash for Clunkers programme, in which vehicles over a decade old can be scrapped in exchange for cash rebates, Malay Mail …
‘Malaysia’ number plate series – bidding opens Aug 1
The transport ministry has announced that the 'Malaysia' special number plate series will be open for bidding at all state JPJ HQs on August 1. Bidding was originally set to run from …
RON 97 petrol price down nine sen this week – RM2.50
During the fourth week of floated RON 97 petrol pricing, motorists will have to fork out RM2.50 per litre, which is nine sen less from last week’s RM2.59 per litre. The new …
MITI increases minimum age limit for classic car AP to 35 years – new guideline begins from July 1, 2018
The government has announced that effective July 1, 2018, it is introducing a new guideline for applications involving the importation of classic vehicles into the country. Issued by the ministry of international …
Grab drivers should be subjected to same regulations as regular taxi drivers in Sabah and Labuan – report
The government has been advised to impose a similar set of regulations and requirements on e-hailing drivers - like Grab - as it does on regular taxi drivers. Chairman of the Federation …
Grab urged to provide Socso contribution to its drivers
Human Resource Minister M. Kulasegaran has urged e-hailing service provider Grab to provide Social Security Organisation (Socso) contribution for its drivers. The suggestion, according to The Sun, was after Socso learnt that …
2018 Mazda CX-3 facelift previewed in Malaysia – RM121,134 est, higher specs with blind spot monitor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oqlyExZcto&rel=0 The 2018 Mazda CX-3 facelift has arrived in Malaysia, where it is currently being previewed at the Oval Concourse of the 1 Utama Shopping Centre from today until July 1. As …
MINI 3 Door and 5 Door LCI teased, launching soon
https://www.facebook.com/MINImalaysia/videos/10155589440417157/ It looks like the facelifted MINI 3 Door and 5 Door will be landing on Malaysian shores really soon, after MINI Malaysia launched a microsite along with a 10-second video clip …
Mazda CX-3 facelift preview at 1 Utama tomorrow – open for booking, higher specs, RM121k estimated
That was quick. Earlier today, we brought you news of the facelifted Mazda CX-3 being teased by dealers, and now local distributor Bermaz has made it official, complete with an announcement that …
Grab Malaysia launches GrabPay e-wallet – ERL ride payments at KLIA, KLIA2 and KL Sentral from mid-July
Grab has introduced the GrabPay mobile wallet, which is accessible from within the Grab app itself. With the mobile e-wallet function added, GrabPay users are now able to make payments from within …
Mazda CX-3 facelift teased by dealers – RM120k est
Mazda dealers in Malaysia have started teasing the facelifted CX-3 ahead of its launch, hinting that the updated B-segment crossover will arrive on our shores sooner rather than later. The Mazda PJ …
Transport ministry wants more free parking facilities to be built, will benefit frequent commuters – Loke
The ministry of transport has revealed that it intends to build more parking facilities near train stations for the benefit of those who commute frequently. According to Berita Harian, transport minister Anthony …
Malaysian vehicle sales data for May 2018 by brand – Perodua +10%, Nissan +30%, Toyota -63%, Volvo -78%
Vehicle sales in the country dipped last month compared to that achieved in April - a total of 42,983 units were registered in May, and the total was 4,106 units, or 9% …
Tun Dr Mahathir ‘fine’ with East Coast Rail Link project
Prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has revealed that he is alright with the idea of building the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), but stressed that the cost should be reduced. According …
MSF and TOC kick off new Apprenticeship programme
After signing a partnership deal, Malaysian Speed Festival (MSF) and TOC Automotive College have kicked off their 22-week long technical programme, otherwise known as the MSF-TOC Apprenticeship Programme. The course, which started …
