March 2017 fuel prices – diesel goes up by 5 sen
It's the end of the shortest month of the year, which means that we're entering a new month with new fuel prices. However, this time around, that's only for diesel, which will …
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Wearnes opens new Volkswagen 4S centre in Sg Besi
Wearnes Automotive officially launched its new Volkswagen sales and service centre in Sungai Besi yesterday. The 4S outlet, which has been operational since October, is located on No. 8, Jalan Dua, Off …
Proton partner vital for new tech, larger market – PM
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has had his say on Proton's current situation, where the national carmaker is currently evaluating foreign strategic partner bids from China's Geely and France's PSA …
Klang Valley Double Track project on track – end 2019
Rehabilitation work for the Keratapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) Klang Valley Double Track project is on course, according to the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD). The 42 km rehabilitation work between the Rawang-Salak …
Bermaz introduces new five-year/100,000 km warranty on all Mazda models except BT-50 pick-up truck
Alongside the new Mazda CX-9, official distributor Bermaz has quietly introduced a new five-year/100,000 km warranty, up from the previous three-year coverage, although the mileage limit remains the same. This applies to …
2017 Mazda CX-9 2.5T now in Malaysia, from RM317k
The new Mazda CX-9 was previewed in November last year, but it was only slated to make its proper market launch in June. However, due to popular demand, Bermaz is now offering …
GALLERY: Bentley Continental GT Black Speed by Mulliner at new Kuala Lumpur flagship showroom
Is the 642 PS, 840 Nm Bentley Continental GT Speed not quite special enough for you? Perhaps a limited edition, specifically the Black Speed by Mulliner for you, sir. Not to be …
Tariffs for comprehensive motor insurance to be lifted in July, full liberalisation in 2019 – PIAM
The Phased Liberalisation of the Motor and Fire Tariffs announced by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) in June last year is a game changer for the insurance industry, and detariffication will impact almost …
ABB launches Terra 53 CJG EV fast charger – 43 kW AC and 50 kW DC, supports all charging standards
Electrical equipment supplier ABB has launched its Terra 53 CJG fast charger in Malaysia today. The 50 kW DC/43 kW AC unit promises to charge electric vehicles from 30% to 80% in …
Dego Ride motorcycle taxis will be seized, JPJ warns
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is sending a stern warning to those that continue to provide motorcycle taxi services, most notably Dego Ride, by saying it will seize any motorcycles involved in …
Toyota Vellfire is Malaysia’s most frequently stolen car
Click to enlarge At the annual media briefing by the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) yesterday, the umbrella body revealed that the insurance industry saw the lowest growth rates in recent …
PIAM: Motor insurance growth tapered in 2016, but claims remain high at RM13.8 million per day
The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM), the umbrella body representing all insurers in the country, has released figures for 2016 and it does not make for good reading, whether from the …
Honda Malaysia now offers airbag inflator replacement at Petronas stations; 75% completion for driver-side
Honda Malaysia (HM) has announced that customers can now replace their vehicles’ Takata front airbag inflators at selected Petronas stations. With the move, airbag replacements are now available at three main venues, …
Malaysia vehicle sales data for Jan 2017 by brand – Honda down 25%, Hyundai up 93.4%, VW up 58%
The first month of 2017 hasn’t been an encouraging one for the automotive industry, with sales volume decreasing by 31% from December 2016, mirroring the previous December 2015/January 2016 pattern. Even so, …
Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition – more kit, RM698k
Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) has introduced the new Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition, which carries a sporty appearance, more kit and a base price from RM698,000 excluding OTR charges and insurance. The …
Free petrol for motorcyclists every month, for a year
Free petrol? According to Bernama, the Federal Territories Barisan Nasional Youth wing will be giving free petrol to motorcyclists at every parliamentary constituency in Wilayah Persekutuan every month, from April onwards. The …
New Volkswagen Tiguan teased on Malaysian website
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has begun teasing the arrival of the new Tiguan on its official website. The Tiguan will later be joined by the facelifted Beetle as well as other …
Shell FuelSave Diesel Euro 5 now in Sabah, first in EM
Shell has become the first petrol retailer to introduce Euro 5 diesel in East Malaysia, with the launch of its FuelSave Diesel Euro 5 in Sabah. The low-sulphur fuel is currently being …
VIDEO: Honda City facelift, next to outgoing model
Honda Malaysia is building hype for the facelifted City, showing the car at its annual media gathering event last week and then bringing the car on a nationwide tour. Now, it has …
Sell Proton and jobs will be lost, vendors close shop, Malaysia will remain a third world country – Tun M
Everyone has an opinion about Proton, whether he or she is a "car person" or not. As a national carmaker, Proton is a subject of national interest, and rightly so, as policies …
