G11 BMW 7 Series Malaysian arrival teased on website
BMW Malaysia has launched a new website to tease the arrival of its all-new G11 BMW 7 Series. However, the website, which is split into three different sections – Craftsmanship, Innovation and …
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AES, Kejara demerit points system to begin by March
The Automated Enforcement System (AES) and the Kejara demerit points system will be in place by March, and both are set to be implemented together, Berita Harian reports. Last August, it had …
Lotus Elise with Petronas E01e engine on display
This Lotus Elise Series 1 was put on display at Proton’s Centre of Excellence during the company’s announcement of its new engine programme. Unlike the standard car, the Elise seen here packs …
Proton Perdana to use 2.0L NE01 engine by end-2017
Among the morsels of news coming from Proton's new engine line-up announcement is the confirmation that the upcoming Honda Accord-based Proton Perdana (Theophilus Chin's renderings shown) will gain Petronas-derived NE01 engines by …
Gasoline Direct Injection engine (GDI and TGDI) – what is it, what does it promise and what are its drawbacks?
Proton Holdings today held a successful test firing of its new GDI engine at the Ricardo works in the UK. So, what is GDI and TGDI, and what does it mean in …
Next Proton Saga to move to A-segment, may use 1.0L and 1.2L VVT 3-cylinder engines; 1.0L turbo possible
At the press conference of Proton's new engine range announcement, Proton CEO Datuk Abdul Harith Abdullah also confirmed that the next Proton Saga will be positioned closer to the A-segment, bringing it …
Proton GDI and TGDI engines detailed – timing chain, start/stop, new CVT transmission, max 180 hp/250 Nm
Following the announcement that Proton will be building a new range of engines to replace its current crop, the national carmaker has provided some details of its new powerplants, which is a …
Proton new GDI and TGDI engines announced – 1.0L and 1.2L 3-cyl, 1.3L and 1.5L 4-cyl, coming end-2017
Proton has officially announced that it will be building a new range of engines to replace the ageing CamPro mills it has used since 2004. The new powertrains, as confirmed by chief …
Opal Auto Mart, EWP Services sign MoU agreement – forms Malaysia’s largest extended warranty providers
Extended vehicle warranty providers, Opal Auto Mart and EWP Services have announced a Memorandum of Understanding to merge companies. The venture will see the formation of a new organisation, known as Opal …
New Toyota Hilux, Fortuner SUV and Innova MPV launching in Malaysia this year – research houses
According to local research houses covering UMW Holdings Berhad, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) will be introducing three new models from the IMV family in Malaysia this year - the Toyota Hilux pick-up …
SPIED: Jaguar XE 2.0 R-Sport in Malaysia, RM360k est
With a launch date set for January 28, the new Jaguar XE has been spotted ahead of its local debut in Jaguar Land Rover’s showroom in Glenmarie, Shah Alam. These photos were …
Joining TPP pact will enable Malaysia’s automotive sector to compete against Thailand and Indonesia
Joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement will be a positive move for Malaysia's automotive sector, according to consulting firm Frost & Sullivan. As Bernama reports, the company says that being part of …
Continuation of Open AP system in line with NAP’s goal to strengthen bumiputera participation – MITI
The government's decision to continue with the Open Approved Permit (Open AP) system is in line with the major goal of the National Automotive Policy 2014 (NAP 2014), which is to strengthen …
Johor working on free bus service module for Iskandar
The Johor state government is currently working on a free bus service module to cater specifically to Malaysians within the Iskandar region, The Sun Daily reports. The Iskandar region comprises of Johor …
UberX Malaysia revises pricing structure – base/min fare, per minute/kilometre charges all reduced
Uber passengers, good news ahead! The ride-sharing service has announced that UberX prices will be reduced effective today (January 18, 2016). The new rates are said to promote accessibility, according to Uber, …
COMOS Airport Valet Service launched – RM70 to KLIA
The Cohesive Mobility Solution (COMOS) electric vehicle car-sharing programme now has an airport valet service, where it's possible for a COMOS member to book one of the programme's EVs for an airport …
SPIED: 2016 Subaru XV facelift sighted in Malaysia
The facelifted Subaru XV has been sighted in Bangsar, after making its debut at the 2015 Thailand Motor Expo, and the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show before that. The sole photo of the …
Mercedes-Benz GLC to be locally assembled in Pekan?
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has hinted that its new Mercedes-Benz GLC may soon be locally assembled. The GLC 250 4Matic was launched only recently at RM328,888, alongside the GLE and GLE Coupe, forming …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia looking into the possibility of more hybrid models – C350e PHEV being explored
We can expect Mercedes-Benz Malaysia to continue where it left off in 2015, and the year has begun with a bang with the launch of the GLC, GLE and GLE Coupe yesterday. …
RON 100 fuel in Malaysia – what does it mean to you?
The launch of Petron Blaze 100 Euro 4M fuel in Malaysia has raised the interest and curiosity of many drivers. Aside from the price, which has attracted its own set of supporters …
