Volvo S60 facelift launched – T4 RM222k, T5 RM269k
The facelifted Volvo S60 has been on display in showrooms since last month, and now the updated Swedish compact exec fighter has finally been officially launched in Malaysia in both T4 and …
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RON 95 up 25 sen to RM1.95, RON 97 up 25 sen to RM2.25, diesel up 25 sen to RM1.95, per litre
The Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism ministry (KPDNKK) has announced that come tomorrow (March 1, 2015), RON 95 petrol will be priced at RM1.95 a litre (+25 sen), RON 97 petrol at …
Perodua donates Axia to National Kidney Foundation – win the car through the Spot & Ride contest
Perodua has contributed an Axia to the National Kidney Foundation in conjunction with the 10th anniversary of the 'World Kidney Day' celebrations. The public can win the car through Spot & Ride, …
Use child seats in cars, don’t hold kids on lap: MIROS
Some of you may have read about an accident on the North-South Highway last week in which, sadly, a 20-month old toddler was flung out of a car and killed. It is …
App-based transport services affecting taxi drivers’ incomes – PERS1M submits memorandum to govt
The Malaysian Taxi Drivers' Transformation Association (PERS1M) has protested against mobile app-based transport services like Uber, GrabCar and Blacklane, claiming that Klang Valley taxi drivers' incomes have fallen by 50-70% due to …
Proton, Perodua to regain market share this year?
National carmakers Proton and Perodua are expected to recover lost market share this year and close the sales gap with foreign brands, if not even regain dominance, The Star cites research reports …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia issues recall for E-Class, CLS
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has issued a recall for the W212 E-Class and W218 CLS-Class. Only limited batches of both models are affected and all vehicles have been identified. We contacted MBM to …
Go Auto signs MoU with Aussie bus maker Bustech
Go Automobile Manufacturing (Go Auto) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bustech. The two companies will carry out feasibility studies - expected to be completed by end-May - with a …
New Mazda MX-5 could launch September, auto only
Yes, most of us are now back to work, but we have just the piece of news to cheer roadster fans up - the new Mazda MX-5 is expected to launch in …
Proton Inspira recalled – a total of 5,280 units involved
A total of 5,280 units of the Proton Inspira, manufactured between September 2010 and May 2011, have been recalled over concerns of its drive belt pulley (V-ribbed belt). This follows a similar …
Vehicle sales up by only 1% in Jan 2015 over same period last year, but down 22% from last month
Sales of automobiles for the month of January 2015 recorded only a one percent increase - or 329 units - compared to the same period last year, according to the Malaysian Automotive …
PIAM statement on motor insurance premium increase
Last week, we published the new 2015 motor tariff premium rates that are set to come into effect on February 23. As it did last year, the General Insurance Association of Malaysia …
Mazda Anshin pre-owned centre opens in Glenmarie
Local Mazda distributor Bermaz Motor has officially opened the doors to its new Mazda Anshin Pre-owned Car Centre in Glenmarie, two kilometres from its local headquarters and showroom along Persiaran Kerjaya. Derived …
Mazda CX-5 2.5 CKD, CX-5 facelift expected this year
Mazda Malaysia is clearly on a roll - not content with targeting to launch the CX-3, CKD Mazda 3 (including hatchback!) and the Mazda 6 facelift this year, it's also aiming to …
Mazda 6 facelift to arrive in March as CBU, CKD later
The great news just keep on coming, as we've also been informed that the facelifted Mazda 6 will be headed for our shores very soon – as early as March or April …
Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG drops Edition 1 tag, RM347k
Some changes to the Malaysian-spec Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG for 2015 - the car made its local debut in October 2013 as a special limited-run Edition 1 model, and the run-out has …
Mazda 3 CKD expected in March, including hatchback!
Last month we cited a CIMB research report which revealed a slew of details on upcoming Mazda models for Malaysia. Now a source from Bermaz has told us that the locally-assembled (CKD) …
Mazda CX-3 set to arrive in July – CBU Japan, 2WD, single variant, HUD and six airbags as standard
Great news, Mazda fans! The Mazda CX-3 SUV will arrive here in Malaysia sooner rather than later, we’ve been informed. To take on the well-received Honda HR-V in the booming B-segment SUV …
Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (Kidex) project axed?
The Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (Kidex) has been axed, according to a number of news reports - Selangor Menteri Besar Azmin Ali announced the cancellation of the project today following Kidex's failure to comply …
Audi A1, A1 Sportback dropped from Euromobil lineup
The Audi A1 and A1 Sportback have been dropped from the local Audi model line-up - a check earlier with the Audi Malaysia website showed that both were no longer listed. A …
