Motor insurance premiums to be risk-based from 2016
Motor insurance premiums are set to be based on a list of risk factors when the industry is de-tariffed in 2016, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has said, according to a report by …
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New ‘Kedah Circuit’ to be northern motorsports hub
For a country so into motorsports, we don't have that many circuits besides the one world-class facility that is Sepang International Circuit (SIC). There's Pasir Gudang in Johor and the tiny Dato' …
Proton mulling torque converter-type CVTs for future
Much has been said about the Proton Iriz's CVT - the general consensus during the press drive event was that while the new car demonstrated gains in many areas, the Punch-sourced gearbox, …
Gov’t says structure of petrol subsidy rationalisation programme for RON 95 not finalised, out next year
The structure and mechanism of the new petrol subsidy rationalisation programme for RON 95 that is supposed to come into effect next June has not been finalised, says the government. According to …
GALLERY: Hyundai Genesis 3.8 GDI V6 in Malaysia
The second-generation Hyundai Genesis - first previewed in Malaysia last August – was put on display at the recent Hyundai Experience Car Fest 2014 (both in Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru). We …
SPIED: Mercedes-Benz C 200 BlueTEC in Malaysia
Now here’s something we didn’t expect – reader Ong Kok Tsin just sent us a picture of a W205 Mercedes-Benz C 200 BlueTEC parked at Cycle & Carriage Jalan Tun Razak. A …
Nissan Serena S-Hybrid Facelift open for booking – now CKD with LED headlamps, below RM140k
The Nissan Serena S-Hybrid facelift, which we spotted in Malaysia in August, is now open for booking by Edaran Tan Chong Motor, as advertised on the Nissan Malaysia official website. The facelifted …
Petrol subsidy to be distributed via MyKad, ‘low income group’ to enjoy current price – Ahmad Maslan
The days of subsidised petrol are coming to an end, for certain sections of society. The government's ongoing petrol subsidy rationalisation programme is currently under study and the implementation will involve the …
Asia Klasika Motor Festival – classics take centrestage
The Asia Klasika show is back for the fifth time to showcase the finest of vintage, classic and contemporary supercars from the region. This year's event will be held at Pullman Putrajaya …
Isuzu supports Borneo Safari event for the eighth year
Isuzu Malaysia will be supporting the Borneo Safari 2014, the eighth successive year it is sponsoring "Asia’s Toughest 4X4 Challenge." The event's "Diamond Sponsor" will work together with the Sabah Four Wheel …
Mercedes-Benz GL 400 price announced – RM842,888 for a road tax-friendlier 3.0 litre turbo V6 engine
The Mercedes-Benz GL 400 has been introduced in Malaysia with a price tag of RM842,888 on-the-road without insurance. The luxurious GL is a big seven-seater SUV that plays in a size class …
Deepavali toll discounts and rebates for road users
The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) has announced that discounts and toll rebates will be offered to motorists in conjunction with Deepavali tomorrow. Road users will be able to enjoy discounts ranging from …
Volkswagen Polo, Jetta CKD to be exported next year
Volkswagen Group Malaysia (VGM) MD Armin Keller also let slip during yesterday's media briefing that the company is looking to export the Volkswagen Polo 1.6, Polo Sedan and Jetta – all of …
Ford delivers best-ever sales record in September
Ford Malaysia has recently announced its best-ever September performance in Malaysia, with sales increasing 52 percent to 1,183 units. The record for quarterly sales has seen an increase of 55 percent to …
Malaysia, Indonesia to collaborate on ASEAN car project, Proton expected to be involved – Najib
Thought the so-called Asian/ASEAN car project had slipped away into the sunset? Apparently not, as according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, the auto industries of Malaysia and Indonesia will …
Volkswagen Malaysia outlines customer satisfaction measures – up service capacity, offer courtesy cars
Amidst the local recall of the Beetle and claimed resolution of DSG-related issues, Volkswagen Group Malaysia (VGM) MD Armin Keller reiterated the company's commitment to its customers at a press briefing today, …
Volkswagen Beetle – further info on Malaysian recall
In addition to claiming that all DSG-related issues have been resolved, Volkswagen Group Malaysia (VGM) managing director Armin Keller also briefed members of the media today regarding the recent Volkswagen Beetle recall, …
Volkswagen Malaysia – all DSG issues resolved
Volkswagen Group Malaysia (VGM) MD Armin Keller has said to members of the media at a press briefing today that all DSG-related issues have been resolved, for new cars as well as …
BYD K9 e-bus at IGEM – AMDAC set for first deliveries
Some other news from the just-concluded IGEM 2014, related to public transport. Parked outside the event at KLCC was a BYD K9 electric bus from AMDAC - the first e-bus in the …
Volkswagen Malaysia recalls Beetle – 2,134 affected
A recall has been issued by Volkswagen Malaysia, advising all owners of the Beetle to bring their cars in to official service centres nationwide. A total of 2,134 units will be affected …
