Apollo Tyres opens Malaysia office, targets expansion
In a bid to expand its foothold in South East Asia, Apollo Tyres recently announced the setting-up of its office in Malaysia. The Indian company already has a presence in the region, …
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Mercedes-Benz Hap Seng Star Balakong Proven Exclusivity Centre launched – certified pre-owned cars
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has launched its new Proven Exclusivity Centre at Hap Seng Star Balakong Autohaus today. Located at the second floor of the facility, it offers dedicated showroom space for customers to …
Ford Mustang makes its official debut in Malaysia – 2.3L EcoBoost, RM489k and 5.0L GT V8, RM599k
It has taken a while for it to get here (originally bandied to be around earlier this year), but here it is then, with Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) announcing the introduction …
Shell introduces Chatime, Llaollao and Gindaco outlets at Shell Select store in Taman Connaught, Cheras
Following the launch of its concept store in Petaling Jaya recently, as part of its "Welcome to Shell" transformational programme, Shell Malaysia today announced the debut of Chatime tea, Llaollao frozen yogurt …
Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine CKD launched in Malaysia, RM403,888 for locally-assembled plug-in hybrid SUV
Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) has officially launched the locally-assembled (CKD) version of the Volvo XC90. In terms of specifications, the flagship Volvo SUV doesn’t defer tremendously from its imported version. However, the …
2016 Toyota Sienta pricing released – from RM92,900
After its recent showing at the My Auto Fest 2016 a fortnight ago, UMW Toyota Motor have released official pricing and specifications for the new 2016 Toyota Sienta MPV. There are two …
JPJ introduces Vehicle Ownership Certificate as replacement for current Registration Card system
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced the introduction of an online-based Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) system, which will effectively replace the existing hard-copy Registration Card (RC) for vehicles in place now. …
B10 biodiesel at stations nationwide from today
The Ministry of Plantation Industries and Commodities (MPIC) has announced the switch to B10 (blending of 10% palm methyl ester with 90% petroleum diesel) biodiesel, and that effective from June, all diesel …
BMW X5 xDrive40e plug-in hybrid teased in Malaysia
BMW Group Malaysia has confirmed the impending arrival of the BMW X5 xDrive40e, and is teasing the plug-in hybrid SUV in its new #ElectricDrivingPleasure campaign, which highlights Malaysians making a difference through …
Perodua, Petronas ink RM355m engine oil deal, product to be available outside of P2 workshops
Perodua has inked a RM355 million deal with Petronas Lubricants for the latter to supply 17 million litres of engine oil to the carmaker. The volume is an increase of 21% over …
Shell FuelSave Euro 5 diesel – now at 85 locations
Shell Malaysia has announced that its FuelSave Diesel Euro 5 is now available in over 85 stations across Peninsular Malaysia. Following its availability outside Johor in December last year, when five stations …
2016 Toyota Alphard and Vellfire prices revealed – RM420k-RM520k for Alphard, RM355k for Vellfire
UMW Toyota Motor has announced the pricing of the 2016 Toyota Alphard and Vellfire MPVs that will be sold in the Malaysian market. The Alphard 3.5 is priced at RM419,900, while the …
Peugeot 408 e-THP launched in Malaysia – RM144k
The new 2016 Peugeot 408 was previewed in April, but today marks its official launch in Malaysia. Available in a sole e-THP variant, the locally-assembled (CKD) C-segment sedan makes its debut here …
VEP system begins operating – trial run until July 15
The Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system for foreign vehicles entering Malaysia via the causeway from Singapore has begun operating as planned. The system is undergoing its trial run, which began today and …
June 2016 fuel prices – RON 95, 97, diesel unchanged
We now have fuel prices for June 2016, and just like last month, prices of RON 95, RON 97 and diesel again go unchanged in Malaysia. Prices have now stayed the same …
Jaguar XJ facelift launched in Malaysia – from RM646k
The facelifted Jaguar XJ has been officially launched in Malaysia following its public appearance at the Bangsar Shopping Centre (BSC) recently. On offer are three long wheelbase variants, comprising two petrol engines …
New Honda Civic in M’sian dealerships from June 11
The new 2016 Honda Civic will be in Malaysian showrooms on June 11, 11am to 4pm, according to a customer invite sent to readers Muhammad Hamidie and Calvin Tey by their Honda …
Don’t smash up double-parked cars, police remind
This is something that many who live and work in the Klang Valley encounter on a daily basis. Sometimes we are blocked, sometimes we block. Double-parking is a common sight especially in …
Police to use FB to nab emergency lane offenders
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has used video evidence posted on Facebook to issue 91 notices to vehicle owners seen using the highway emergency lane on May 22 in Melaka. The vehicles …
GALLERY: Art of Speed 2016 – 5 years of custom cars
After moving from Citta Mall to the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Selangor (MAEPS) last year, the 2016 edition of the annual Art of Speed exhibition took place last weekend at what is …
