2016 Jaguar XF launched in Malaysia, from RM450k
Teased in March and earlier this month via its Facebook page, Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia has finally launched the new Jaguar XF in the country, and the car makes its local debut …
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Johor-Singapore VEP system to start from June 2016
It appears the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system between Johor and Singapore is expected to begin operating from June 1, 2016, according a report by the New Straits Times. This is in …
Malaysia vehicle sales data for March 2016 by brand
After 2015's year ending promo blitz that culminated in record TIV despite a soft economy, the first two months of 2016 saw the car industry suffer from a bad hangover. Many who …
EXCLUSIVE: Sepang track renovations – first look
Here is an exclusive look at the changes being made to the Sepang International circuit - notably turns two, five and 15. Having been closed for track renovations since February 15, interest …
BMW Malaysia announces local assembly for the F48 BMW X1 and F26 BMW X4 – production from mid-year
BMW Malaysia today announced that the F48 X1 and F26 X4 are set to be locally-assembled - production will begin sometime in mid-year, and when it does the duo will become the …
BMW 5 Series, X3 and 3 Series Gran Turismo get EEV status incentives – prices up to RM39,000 lower
BMW Group Malaysia has announced that three more CKD models in its range have received customised Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) status incentives from the government. They are the F10 BMW 5 Series, …
Uber, GrabCar drivers required to get a PSV licence
The Transport Ministry says that as part of the move to regulate ride-sharing services such as Uber and GrabCar, its drivers will be required to obtain a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licence, …
Vehicle purchases responsible for a large number of bankruptcy cases in Malaysia – one out of every four
As we all know, Malaysians love cars, but it isn't always a happy tale, that love affair with the automobile. Bankruptcy as a result of the rush to have the latest and …
Road users can soon report potholes in Selangor directly to municipal councils using Waze – Azmin Ali
Selangor chief minister Datuk Seri Azmin Ali has revealed that the state government is currently in discussion with navigation application developer Waze to allow road users to report potholes directly to municipal …
F54 MINI Clubman launched in Malaysia – six doors, 136 hp Cooper and 192 hp Cooper S, RM204k-RM254k
Today marks a full circle for the F54 MINI Clubman – we were there at the world unveiling of the new wagon in Berlin in June, then tested it across the tight …
Volkswagen Semenyih – new 3S centre by Hicom Auto
Volkswagen Group Malaysia, together with Hicom Auto, today officially launched the new Volkswagen Semenyih 3S Centre, marking the start of the brand’s operational presence in the Semenyih area. With a build-up area …
Nissan Drive To Prosperity winners awarded by ETCM
Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM), together with its project partner, Sharp, officially concluded its Drive to Prosperity campaign today with a prize-giving ceremony at its Nissan roadshow event in 1 Utama. The …
Penang to take action against OKU parking offenders
The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) is set to get tough on those who park indiscriminately in OKU parking lots. From May, only those with disabled car stickers issued by the local …
Analysts tip auto sector to improve in the second half
The automotive market isn't the the best of times now; the overhang from last year's year end sales and consumers staying away from making big ticket purchases means that sales is soft. …
Removal of subsidy not main cause of fuel price hikes
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak says that the abolition of the petrol subsidy for RON95 is not the main cause of fuel price hikes, and added that the pricing has not …
PTPTN loan holders finding it hard to secure car loans
Fresh graduates who are bad paymasters towards their National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) loans are finding it difficult to obtain financing from banks. This includes securing loans to buy cars, property …
Shell Rimula R6 LM 10W-40 diesel lubricant launched in Malaysia – 45% lower oil consumption
Shell Malaysia today launched the new fully-synthetic Rimula R6 LM 10W-40 heavy duty diesel engine oil (HDDEO), which is made from natural gas. Designed to offer users longer engine life, extended oil …
126 UN Regulations to be enforced in Malaysia by 2020
Currently, a total of 100 United Nations Regulations (UNR) have been enforced in Malaysia. But as Bernama reports, Road Transport Department (JPJ) director-general Datuk Seri Ismail Ahmad said that the nation is …
Police asked to review its plan to increase traffic fines
A senator has asked the police to review its proposal to raise the maximum traffic fines, which it says will deter road users from violating traffic rules and change their driving attitude. …
SPYSHOT: Proton testing Suzuki Ertiga MPV in M’sia
What do we have here? A taped up mystery MPV roaming the streets of Malaysia. We know what it is, and you should to if you've been following developments of the Proton-Suzuki …
