The investment, trade and industry ministry (MITI) is finalising the New Customised Incentive Mechanism (NCM), Bernama reports. NCM is a vehicle tax and incentive system that’s expected to be fixed, fairer and more transparent...

iCaur has launched its first model in Malaysia, the 03, an electric SUV that was previewed here twice previously. As a brief recap, the 03 was originally set to be marketed as the Jaecoo...

Xpeng returned for this year’s IAA Mobility show (otherwise known as the Munich Motor Show) by presenting the new P7, so here are some live photos of the brand’s flagship electric sedan from the...

Click to enlarge The Chery O5, which is a new name for the Omoda 5 facelift, will be launching in Malaysia on September 10. We know this from the company’s countdown post on social...

JPJ has announced that APE and BSN are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Perak’s latest running number series is ‘APE’, and it...

Despite it being an integral element of driving, tyres aren’t generally given much thought, beyond understanding that they’re needed for moving a vehicle about. When they are contemplated or given thought, it’s usually during...

Zeekr 009 In the future, EVs from Zeekr will be locally assembled at the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV), Tanjong Malim, Perak. This is according to Proton, which launched its new EV plant within its...

With the brand’s reintroduction to Malaysia, the all-new 2025 Indian Motorcycle Scout model range is now on sale, with pricing starting from RM103,900. The line-up starts with the Scout Bobber, which comes in three...

Mercedes-Benz has previewed the new Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ technology’s interior ahead of the car’s official unveiling on September 7 2025 at the IAA Mobility 2025 show in Munich. That’s just a few days...

This is it, folks, you’re looking at the all-new 2026 BMW iX3, codenamed NA5. That’s right, what you see here is not yet another concept car, but a full production model that will actually...

Audi has unveiled the Concept C, which will preview the design of its future products as well as a new interior experience, according to the German manufacturer. Its design is inspired by the Auto...

The upcoming Proton Saga MC3 was shown on livestream during today’s launch of the company’s first electric vehicle (EV) plant in Tanjong Malim. While not seen in full, we get to see parts of...

The latest iteration of the Proton X50 has reached the 5,000-unit sales milestone since the refreshed B-segment SUV was launched in late-July this year, Proton has announced. Prior to its official launch, the 2025...

Sime Motors is celebrating 45 years of automotive excellence this year, and you’re invited to the biggest anniversary carnival at Sime Motors City, Ara Damansara from September 5 to 7. It will be a...

Hankook Tire Malaysia recently launched two new tyres, the Ventus evo and the Dynapro HT2. The Ventus evo is a ultra-high-performance UHP tyre that needs little introduction, while the Dynapro HT2 is a premium...

Coming as a safety concept is the BMW Motorrad Vision CE, encasing the rider in a composite cage and secured by a seat belt. An added safety feature is the Vision CE’s self balancing...

Baru-baru ini, Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Negeri Selangor diundang oleh Projek Lintasan Kota Holdings Sdn. Bhd. (Prolintas) untuk menjayakan Program Advokasi Keselamatan Jalan Raya di Plaza Tol Elmina Utara, Lebuhraya Guthrie (GCE). Program ini turut...

Sempena sambutan Hari Kebangsaan ke-68 dan Hari Malaysia ke-62, Kementerian Dalam Negeri (KDN) bersama Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) dengan kerjasama MyDigital ID melancarkan Kempen Diskaun Saman Kebangsaan dengan tawaran pengurangan saman trafik PDRM sebanyak...

The BYD Atto 2 is one of the most interesting propositions for the electric SUV market in Malaysia. Although the list price is officially RM100k, an early bird package, valued at up to RM13,000,...

Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) is now the official mobility partner of Selangor FC after the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) and the handover of a Hyundai Staria to the Malaysia Super League...

The East Klang Valley Expressway (EKVE) has been launched today by Malaysian prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. The Section 1 alignment of the highway will...

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) says that enhancements that have been made to the Policy Document on Claims Settlement Practices (PDCSP) will make the motor insurance claims process fairer, quicker and more transparent for all...

Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has introduced the Nissan Navara X-Tremer, the latest addition to the brand’s pick-up truck range in Malaysia. The Navara X-Tremer brings an exterior and interior trim package that is...

As teased previously, the latest Tesla Model Y Performance has made its debut as the top-spec variant in the Juniper facelift line-up. Launching in Europe, the Middle East and Africa first, the Model Y...

Volkswagen has renewed the T-Roc for a second generation, and why wouldn’t it, with over two million units of the original ‘Golf SUV’ sold since 2017. Prices in Germany start at 30,845 euros (RM152k)....

Under that black blanket is the Leapmotor i C10, a special 250-unit-limited edition courtesy of the Chinese carmaker’s collaboration with Irmscher, the German tuner famous for modifying Opels and Isuzus. We can see sporty...

Earlier today, works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said via a Facebook post that a supplemental concession agreement (SCA) has been signed between the government, via the works ministry (KKR), and IJM Corp,...

iCaur Malaysia telah mendedahkan bakal melancarkan model elektrik (EV) pertamanya untuk pasaran Malaysia iaitu iCaur 03 pada 9 September ini. Model SUV EV tersebut pernah dipertontonkan buat pertama kalinya menerusi acara Malaysia Autoshow tahun...

Production of the Suzuki eVitara – Maruti Suzuki‘s (and Suzuki’s) first EV – has begun in Gujarat, India, reports Hindustan Times. The vehicle will be exported to over 100 countries, including Malaysia and Japan....

It has now been confirmed that the LRT3 Shah Alam Line is only expected to begin operations at the end of the year. The new timeline for its opening was announced by transport minister...

Pre-orders are being taken for the Nuen Moto N1-S electric motorcycle (e-bike) in Vietnam, with a price of 170 million Vietnamese dong (RM27,113). Orders are secured with a 1 million dong (RM160) online deposit...

The second-generation Mitsubishi Delica Mini has been revealed in Japan alongside the third-generation eK Space. Both kei cars are now open for pre-orders, with the Delica Mini expected to be priced between 1.95 million...

Mazda Malaysia took to Facebook to confirm the imminent arrival of the Mazda CX-80, which it previewed at last year’s Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS). The larger sibling to the yet-to-be-launched CX-60 made...

Naza Eastern Motors today launched the Suzuki Swift Sport Final Edition, which retails for RM137,900 on-the-road without insurance. At that price, the fully-imported (CBU) Final Edition is RM7,900 more than a regular Swift Sport...

Mercedes-Benz is reportedly in advanced talks with compatriot and rival manufacturer, BMW for the latter to supply four-cylinder petrol engines to the Stuttgart-based brand, German outlet Manager Magazin has reported. According to Autocar, a...

Suzuki Fronx at GIIAS 2025 The Suzuki Fronx has been confirmed for Malaysia and will be launching in the fourth quarter of 2025. This was confirmed by Naza Eastern Motors at the launch of...

You saw it at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 and at paultan.org‘s Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE); now the Zeekr 7X has finally landed in Malaysia officially, in RM179,800 RWD Standard Range, RM190,800 RWD Long...

In a double launch, the 2025 Ducati V-twins are now in Malaysia, the Ducati Panigale V2 priced from RM125,000 and the Ducati Multistrada V2 from RM112,000. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or...

Following indication that it had closed its Glenmarie facility, Neta Auto Malaysia has provided another update on operational changes through a posting on its Facebook page, following on its announcement in early June regarding...

Joining the Jaecoo J5 at the Omoda | Jaecoo Carnival at Desa Park City from August 21-24 is the Omoda C9 PHEV, essentially a plug-in hybrid version of the D-segment SUV that was launched...

It’s Wednesday, and so it is time once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, as the finance ministry has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of August...

Recent reports by certain Malaysian “online media” saying Formula 1 would be coming back to Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC) are untrue. SIC Chief Executive Officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif was commenting during a press...

Electric motorcycle (e-bike) firm Blueshark, and its manufacturing arm EP Manufacturing Berhad (EPMB) will begin production of the SoloEra Solo 1C electric scooter at its Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Selangor, facility. Pricing for the Solo...

After launching in the UK, the Jaecoo J5 EV has been launched in Thailand in 549k baht (RM71k) Dynamic and 599k baht (RM78k) Max variants, according to Autolifethailand.tv. These prices apply to the first...

Nio today officially announced it would sell its first-ever right-hand drive model, the Firefly EV, in Singapore. In an official release, the Chinese automaker said it is partnering with Wearnes Automotive to sell the...

Mitsubishi Ralliart has been on a quest for a follow-up to its victory at the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) which it did on its first outing in the series in 2022, and the...

Zeekr Malaysia’s official social media channels have announced that the Zeekr 7X electric SUV will be launched at Kuala Lumpur Tower on August 22 2025. The post also mentions that interested members of the...

Holy flashy metal, Batman! Is this the new Batmobile? Uhm, not quite, Robin, but it’s the closest thing a small number of buyers will get to bat with, the Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition....

For many, the car is the second-largest investment after real estate, and so it makes sense to be as comfortable as possible in the vehicle. In conjunction with the upcoming 68th Merdeka Day this...

The East-West Highway, in particular with the Gerik-Jeli stretch, is among the key priorities for the works ministry under the upcoming Budget 2026 that will be tabled later this year, works minister Datuk Seri...

After a brief delay due to heavy rain, the Xpeng P7 has completed its 24-hour endurance test, achieving a distance of 3,961 km to set a new record. The attempt began on August 13...

Touch ‘n Go dan Hot Wheels sekali lagi bekerjasama untuk menghasilkan kad NFC edisi terhad – ia sudahpun mula dijual hari ini (15 Ogos 2025) dan hanya boleh didapati di semua rangkaian pasaraya Jaya...

Leapmotor C10 In the first part of our interview with Stellantis ASEAN MD Isaac Yeo, the company’s regional chief declared Leapmotor as its main brand for Malaysia in the immediate future. Stellantis, and PSA...

Koenigsegg is once again the holder of the 0-400-0 km/h crown after its Jesko Absolut posted a time of 25.21 seconds on August 7, 2025 at an airfield in Örebro, Sweden. This comes just...

Ketika mengumumkan kerjasama strategik untuk mengintegrasikan teknologi RFID Touch ‘n Go pada Proton X50 dalam satu kenyataan yang dikeluarkan hari ini, Proton turut memberitahu bahawa X50 facelift 2025 kini sudahpun terjual sebanyak 2,000 unit...

A page on the Ford Malaysia website has displayed a teaser of sorts, suggesting the Malaysian arrival of a new Ford Ranger variant, based on the headlamp DRL that is depicted, while a countdown...

If you’ve heard of ‘agility’ financing, made popular by premium brands, and wondered if such flexible schemes would one day reach the mass market – here it is. Perodua and Maybank Islamic are partnering...

Tesla memperkenalkan satu varian baru untuk Model 3 di pasaran China yang dikenali sebagai Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (LR RWD). Menariknya, model ini juga dirujuk oleh media tempatan sebagai Model 3+, berdasarkan lencana yang...

There’s a new special plate series in town – SIS. The special plate series is being issued in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the reign of DYMM Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj, the...

Delivery riders with clean traffic records and responsible riding behaviour should be rewarded with lower insurance premiums, transport minister Anthony Loke has said. This approach would promote safer road practices and also reduce claims,...

Hyundai Motor Malaysia has announced that it is Selangor Football Club’s official mobility partner for the 2025-2026 football season in Malaysia, just hours before Selangor plays Johor Darul Ta’zim Football Club (official mobility partner:...

Bugatti has unveiled the Brouillard, a one-off creation from the French marque’s Programme Solitaire bespoke vehicles operation that is based in Berlin, Germany. Translating from French as ‘mist’, the Brouillard was named after Ettore...

The works ministry says that all potholes reported via the MyJalan mobile app have to be fixed within 24 hours. According to deputy works minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, the reported issue would have...

Those familiar with the current MG4 might have gotten quite a bit of a shock looking at the new one that’s just been launched in China. The hatchback’s sporty, jutting design has been replaced...

This is not an easy piece to write although the premise is simple. Old cars are simply not safe for you and your family. They come nowhere near to modern crash safety standards and...

Launched in late February, the Jaecoo J7 PHEV is the best-selling plug-in hybrid in Malaysia, with nearly 900 units sold thanks to its attractive price of RM158,800. That’s an impressive figure, but Omoda &...

An online look-up of automotive dealer Hap Seng on Facebook will now reveal that the firm is no longer a dealer for smart electric vehicles in Malaysia. The company’s Facebook page for the EV...

Tesla is issuing a recall for selected vehicles in Europe for a potential issue with brake line corrosion, reported Not A Tesla App, and the carmaker is contacting vehicle owners ahead of an expected...

The third-generation Volkswagen Touareg may have only been launched in Malaysia last year, but globally the nameplate already looks to be headed the way of the dodo. Autocar reports that the mass market-badged premium...

Hyundai has launched the facelifted Ioniq 6 in its home market of South Korea, three months after unveiling the car in April. The release was accompanied by full specifications of the refreshed electric sedan,...

It looks like Omoda & Jaecoo Malaysia still has some big new launches planned, despite already debuting the Jaecoo J7 PHEV and J8 over the past eight months. The company is holding the Omoda...

Polestar may be fully withdrawing from the Chinese market by the end of this year, Car News China has reported, citing Chinese news outlet NBD Auto. This is reportedly due to poor sales, as...

It was with some trepidation paultan.org attended the 2025 Harley-Davidson D.R.T. (Dirt. Road. Track.) at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC). The last time we rode the range of H-D Softtails in Antequera, Spain,...

Click to enlarge PLUS users, especially those who ply the southern part of the North South Highway, take note. PLUS has announced that there will be road diversion in stages from at KM166.79 to...

New entry to the Malaysian adventure scooter market is the 2025 Keeway XDV180, priced at RM9,388 recommended retail. Now available at all authorised Mforce dealerships nationwide, the XDV180 EVO comes in three colour options...

Bridgestone Malaysia has launched the Bridgestone Turanza 6, the brand’s flagship touring tyre that effectively replaces the Turanza T005A that we first tested in 2018. The well-balanced T005A has been a popular OE pick,...

The ASEAN Toyota Yaris Cross has had something of a quiet existence since it was revealed back in 2023, but more than two years later, it has finally been crash tested by ASEAN NCAP....

Officially launched in Malaysia is the 2025 QJMotor SRV600V cruiser, priced at RM33,888. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and there are three colour options – Silver, Sky Black (Matte) and...

The roads surrounding the twin peaks of Doi Suthep and Doi Pui in Chiang Mai, Thailand are lovely to drive on, offering a mix of technical corners and elevation changes. With the right car,...

The government has reiterated plans to revive the stalled Maju Expressway extension (MEX II), with the central agency currently finalising discussions with parties appointed by the project’s sukuk holders to determine the best way...

After four decades of the Suzuki GSX-R superbike, the latest iteration is now released, the 2026 Suzuki GSX-R1000R M6. Drawing on 15 FIM Endurance World Championship titles, the GSX-R1000R is now fully compliant with...

The upcoming Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) Shah Alam Line was 99.21% complete as of July 10 and is expected to meet the September 30 start of its operations. Transport minister Anthony Loke, who...

KTM has announced the addition of two extra ETS train services for the upcoming holiday season, which will include public holidays (Merdeka Day, Maulidur Rasul and Hari Malaysia, plus the bonus September 15 date...

Brabus has worked its magic on the Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance to create this, the Brabus 1000. While the name isn’t very imaginative, the enhanced coupe serves up some big numbers that you would...

Following InDrive’s announcement earlier today that it has officially received confirmation from the transport ministry (MoT) and the land public transport agency (APAD) that it could continue operations in Malaysia, ride-hailing provider Maxim has...

Thinking about a new Zeekr as your next electric MPV? Here is your chance to experience the Zeekr 009 up close and personal at the Zeekr roadshow at Bangsar Shopping Centre from July 30...

Teased earlier this month, the Honda N-One e: has been revealed in Japan, bringing the electric powertrain of the N-Van e: to a passenger car. Notably, this little tyke forms the basis of the...

The mayor of Petaling Jaya, Zahri Samingon, says that the PJ city council (MBPJ) supports the Selangor state government’s decision to privatise the city’s parking system, as it is a policy approved by the...

With the ‘Turun Anwar’ rally taking place this Saturday (July 26, 2025), the police have announced that several major roads in Kuala Lumpur are expected to be affected by traffic diversions tomorrow. As reported...

In conjunction with the 2025 Art of Speed at MAEPS, Serdang, Selangor, the 2025 Harley-Davidson (H-D) cruiser range had its official Malaysian launch, with pricing starting from RM119,900. This year’s line-up comprises of the...

New entry into the Malaysian scooter market is the 2025 Moda Shifter 400X, priced at RM23,888 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. Two colour options are offered, Ninja Black and Ultra White, with stock...

Spy images of the iCar (we know the brand as iCaur in Malaysia) V27 without camouflage have been revealed by Inside China Auto on X/Twitter, offering a better look at the exterior details of...

You may have seen a notice purportedly issued by KTM circulating on social media today, informing of a service termination at the Bank Negara and Kuala Lumpur stations tomorrow from 9am to 5pm, with...

The sixth-generation Subaru Forester has been launched in Indonesia, where it is offered in a sole 2.5i-S EyeSight variant priced at 735.5 million rupiah (about RM190k). That makes the latest Forester, which was first...

We’ve seen spyshots of the car since 2023 and have seen it uncovered and up close for the better part of two months now. Now, finally, the facelifted Proton X50 has been launched in...

The BYD Atto 2 has now been launched in Malaysia, following its Thailand debut at the Bangkok Motor Show earlier in March this year. The Atto 2 arrives in Malaysia in a sole variant,...

It is Wednesday, which means it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, and the finance ministry has announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week, of...

Lexus Japan has announced some minor updates for the LM, with the updated luxury MPV set to go on sale there from August 1 this year. Available only with the LM 500h powertrain, the...

Meta Bright Group (Meta Bright) has announced that its 51%-owned subsidiary, Meta Bright ChargeSini (MBC), has executed novation agreements with ChargeHere EV Solution (ChargeHere) to effectively take over the rights, operations and revenue streams...

Pelaksanaan rasionalisasi subsidi bersasar RON95 akan dianjakkan sedikit dan buat masa ini, ia masih dalam penelitian pihak kerajaan, kata Menteri Komunikasi, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Beliau turut berkata, Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim tidak...

The benefits of electric vehicles are myriad, not least through the savings which are otherwise expended in fuel, however the purchase of a vehicle remains one of largest financial commitments one will make. Financing...

The paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) 2025 is in full swing, currently happening at Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) from 9am to 7pm. One of the big displays at the show is the...

The paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), which is co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank is going at full swing at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). As usual, visitors can expect plenty of...

A surprise preview at the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) is the Denza Z9 GT, which is being opened to the public for the first time. Officials at the show say that the...

Another day, another round of spyshots of the upcoming 2025 Proton Saga MC3 – this time thanks to reader J Phuah, who saw a pair of them on a highway. Nothing much we haven’t...

Rapid KL On-Demand vans have been doing a good job connecting commuters to and from their homes to train stations, bridging the so-called first and last mile. So far, the stations are LRT and...

Just a couple more days more before the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) takes place, with the show, co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, set to run from July 19-20 at the Setia...

The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) yesterday revealed some stats on vehicle sales in Malaysia for the first half of 2025 (1H 2025) broken down by segments. A total of 347,084 passenger vehicles were sold...

Tesla has released a teaser of an upcoming “Tesla Model Y L” via its Tesla China Weibo account. The teaser shows the side profile of a Model Y, as well as a rear model...

Awal tahun ini, BYD memperkenalkan sistem bantuan pemanduan canggih yang dikenali sebagai God’s Eye, dan ia kini dilengkapi secara standard untuk semua model jenama di bawah kumpulan BYD termasuk Denza, Fangchengbao dan Yangwang. Kini,...

The paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, is happening this weekend at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) on July 19 and 20, from 9am to 7pm. This...

You’ve seen the new third-gen C178 Mercedes-Benz CLA, you know for now it’s an EV, you know 48-volt mild-hybrid versions will come later, and you know the class opens with CLA 250+ and CLA...

After hinting at a new model arrival via a couple of teaser posts earlier this month, BYD Cars Malaysia has officially revealed the identity of the next vehicle it will launch, and as surmised,...

Mazda recently revealed the third-generation CX-5, which brings with it some notable changes from the outgoing model. New exterior aside, the interior of the C-segment SUV has been overhauled and comes with a lot...

The road transport department’s (JPJ) June numbers are out, and positions one to seven are unchanged from May – Perodua (22,328 units, its lowest monthly sales so far this year), Proton (10,638), Toyota (9,946),...

As it was in May, June saw BYD retain its position as Malaysia’s best selling EV brand, with data from the road transport department (JPJ) revealing 1,045 units from the brand being registered last...

Not long to go until the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, returns – the 2025 instalment is happening in just a week’s time on July 19 and...

There’s just over a week to go before the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), which is co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, makes its way back to the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC),...

JPJ has released the latest vehicle registration data for June 2025, so here’s the top 20 best-selling models last month and cumulatively for the first six months of this year, which completes the first...

Two years after the debut of the Ioniq 5 N, Hyundai has finally revealed the next chapter of its go-faster N division. You’re looking at the brand new Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, which takes...

The Mazda CX-5 is, alongside the MX-5, arguably Hiroshima’s most important model, so any new version of its best-seller is a big deal for the company. This new third-generation C-segment SUV finally makes its...

Bentley has unveiled the EXP 15, a tall-riding fastback three-door design concept that is intended to hint at cues that will be worn by the British marque’s first fully-electric production model that is set...

2025 Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 Hybrid CSH At long last, the Chery Tiggo Cross has been officially launched in Malaysia. This comes following two previews – first at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow and a...

2025 BMW Motorrad R1300 GS Racingred A range of colour and option updates for certain models in BMW Motorrad’s 2025 lineup. The biggest change is the omission of using a key to unlock the...

The on-again, off-again Trump tariffs on foreign-made goods are now back on again, as US president Donald Trump will reinstate a 25% tariff on products produced in Malaysia from August 1, Malay Mail has...

Screencap courtesy of Sinar Harian A social media post from a group of cyclists that is making the rounds alleges a bus driver tried to run the group off the road. The encounter at...

Proton has reported sales of 11,069 units in June 2025, which is a slight year-on-year increase from the 10,999 units it did in the same month last year. June completes the first half of...

Porsche has revealed further details of the upcoming Cayenne Electric, the all-electric version of its popular SUV. According to the carmaker, a camouflaged prototype will be on display at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of...

Road diversions in Kuala Lumpur will be carried out in stages from July 8 to 11, in conjunction with the 58th ASEAN foreign ministers meeting and related meetings, Bukit Aman traffic enforcement and investigation...

2025 Honda Vario 125 Blue Getting two new colour schemes in Malaysia is the 2025 Honda Vario 125 scooter, with pricing unchanged from 2024 at RM7,268. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and...

The 2025 Proton X50 facelift (or all-new, according to Proton) is now open for booking. First 10,000 customers will also receive a RM1,000 cash rebate, exclusive “Gempak Deal” that will be revealed at the...

BYD Sime Motors looks like it could be introducing a new BYD model in Malaysia in the near future, with the company putting out a “coming soon” teaser post on its BYD Cars Malaysia...

We’re now just two weeks away from the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), co-sponsored by Carro and RHB Bank, which returns to its home at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) on July...

GWM Malaysia has announced that it has recorded its best-ever first-half performance in 1H 2025, and in doing so the carmaker has surpassed its full-year sales performance in 2024 in six months, it said....

The Jaecoo J8 is set to be officially launched in Malaysia on July 18, Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia has announced in a Facebook post. The confirmed launch date comes after the D-segment SUV was shown...

Road safety experts have suggested that the government introduce more stringent measures to bring to book errant bus and lorry companies, effectively making them liable for crashes that occur due to negligence. The call...

The warning issued by the road transport department (JPJ) to blacklist those who fail to settle any compoundable summonses within a stipulated period isn’t just limited to Malaysian motorists. It was earlier announced that...

A week after it was previewed, the Hyundai Tucson facelift has now been officially launched in Malaysia, with the refreshed fourth-gen SUV making its debut alongside the fifth-gen Santa Fe and updated Staria in...

Siri perlumbaan GT terulung dari Jepun, iaitu Autobacs Super GT pusingan ketiga bagi musim 2025 sudahpun berlangsung dengan jayanya di Litar Antarabangsa Petronas Sepang hujung minggu lalu. Nampaknya rakyat Malaysia betul-betul ‘lepas rindu’ terhadap...

Click to enlarge Take note, KL-Seremban Highway users. There will be a temporary closure at the Sg Besi toll where the BHPetrol station is, from midnight on July 2 till 5am the next morning...

After a worryingly long lull in new product launches, Nissan seems to have rediscovered its mojo. Hot on the heels of the new Leaf is the third generation of the company’s pioneering e-Power hybrid...

Click to enlarge This just in. Zeekr, the EV brand under the Geely umbrella, has announced that it is taking over operations in Malaysia. Zeekr Intelligent Technology (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is the name of...

Super GT is back in Malaysia this weekend, kicking off today at Sepang International Circuit and running until Sunday, June 28. It seems that everyone is excited for the return of Japan’s top sports...

Unlike the 46th ASEAN Summit held in May, there will be no road closures in Kuala Lumpur for the upcoming ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AFMM) and related meetings that will be held in the...

Prasarana and Touch ‘n Go have announced that the My50 monthly unlimited travel pass can be activated and renewed through the Touch ‘n Go eWallet mobile application from July 1 this year. This is...

This, if you can believe it, will be entering Mercedes-Benz showrooms in the not-too-distant future. You’re looking at Mercedes-AMG’s new Concept AMG GT XX which, as the name suggests, will preview a production version...

Yes, folks, the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) is back, with the 2025 edition – which is co-sponsored by Carro – set to take place this July 19-20 at the Setia City Convention...

Chery Malaysia today previewed the Tiggo Cross to members of the media – you saw the 1.5 Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) version at last month’s Malaysia Autoshow 2025; now we bring you more photos...

The Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology was launched earlier today and is the star of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s luxury showcase taking place at Raintree Plaza, The Exchange TRX from June 27-29, 2025. LINK: Book your...

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia today launched the electric G-Class, which is officially referred to as the Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology. First previewed by the Concept EQG over three years ago, the G580 is built on...

Distributor of GAC vehicles in Malaysia, WTC Automotif (WTCA) has announced that local assembly of the GAC Emkoo has started at the Segambut assembly plant, ahead of its planned market introduction in the third...

Following its reveal at the recent My BMW World, BMW Malaysia has now provided official pricing for the new 320i Sport. The entry-level variant of the updated 3 Series range joins the 330i M...

Amidst today’s launch of the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan (PTKL) 2040, described by prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as the Kuala Lumpur City Hall‘s (DBKL) most comprehensive plan ever, mayor Maimunah Sharif has...

Alongside the facelifted Tucson, the newly-formed Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) is also previewing the new Santa Fe today. Not to be confused with the facelifted fourth-generation model launched only last September, the car you...

Additional signage prohibiting motorcyclists from entering the Udini Underpass on Jalan Masjid Negeri in Penang have been installed, according to a Facebook post by Seri Delima memeber of the Penang state legislative assembly Connie...

It’s an open secret that the forthcoming Proton eMas 5 will be based on the Geely Xingyuan/Star Wish and, like the Galaxy E5/EX5-derived eMas 7, will share pretty much everything with its twin. However,...

A prototype 2025 Proton X50 facelift has been sighted with a revised front camo that’s thinner on the disguise, revealing a new front face that seems inspired by the Geely Binyue L. These new...

TNB has announced the new electricity tariffs from July 2025. There has been a major change in how the bill is calculated for domestic users which we will be covering in this story. There...

Being re-introduced into Malaysia is Indian Motorcycle, during a brand launch event in Petaling Jaya. Indian Motorcycle was previously distributed under Naza, and for a short time under another distributor, before landing with current...

Revealed earlier this month, the Geely Galaxy A7 has been given a proper debut in China, described as a “global family sedan.” With the event came some official details about the plug-in hybrid powertrain,...

The way residential users will be charged for electricity in Malaysia is set to undergo a major change, with the energy commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga, or ST) having announced earlier today that the average base...

Here’s something a little different for a change – Lada has unveiled the Azimut, its first new model in decades and the first since Renault sold its 63% share back to Russia for one...

MG Motor Malaysia is having a mid-year promotion featuring the MG5 and MG4 models. The MG5 is a C-segment sedan with a B-segment price (MG Malaysia calls it a B) while the MG4 is...

The Malaysian government will prioritise the repairs of critically damaged roads as it would cost RM4 billion to repair all damaged roads in the country, reported Bernama. “We already have complete data on the...

The Volvo ES90, which was revealed in March, has been slated for Malaysia, with the all-electric sedan set to make its way here sometime in early 2026. However, unlike the SUV equivalent, with the...

At long last, Nissan has finally revealed the new Leaf, three months after showing the first images of the front end. The company’s pioneering electric vehicle will have a lot to do to bring...

Ford talked a very big game about its new Ranger Super Duty in April, but it did not release much in the way of specs, preferring to disclose them later in the year. Well,...

Here’s a surprise – Honda is presenting the Super EV Concept, a thinly-veiled look at a production electric A-segment hatch, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from July 10 to 13. The new car...

This is the new Xpeng G7 EV SUV, a longer-than-G6 Tesla Model Y– and Zeekr 7X-fighter that’s just opened for pre-sale in China from 235,800 yuan (RM139k), as reported by Car News China, which...

The next-generation Toyota Harrier will reportedly debut in 2027, and the upcoming model will be powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged hybrid powertrain, according to Best Car Web. Here, visual rendering maestro Theophilus Chin...

The Kejara driving license demerit points system has failed and needs to be overhauled, said Malaysian transport minister Anthony Loke. While the Kejara demerit points system continues to be active, the system has not...

The transport ministry has announced that the use of speed limit device (SLD) will be mandatory for all heavy vehicles in Malaysia, with enforcement set to begin on October 1 for all heavy vehicles...

Porsche Holding Salzburg (PHS) has announced the appointment of Renate Noessler as the managing director of PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM) and Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM). Together with co-managing director Kurt Leitner, Noessler will...

New Energy Asia (NEA) has been formed as a joint venture between Hicom Engineering and Hangzhou Flash Charging (HFC) for the distribution rights to charging equipment in the Malaysian and Asean markets. Hangzhou Flash...

PLUS Malaysia and Yinson GreenTech Malaysia (YGT), through their respective subsidiaries Terra PLUS and Green EV Charge, have announced the signing of a joint venture agreement to develop and operate integrated retail and electrical...

The Subaru Rex is now available as a hybrid in Japan, with two variants (G Hybrid and Z Hybrid) offered here, priced between 2,216,500 and 2,608,100 yen (about RM66k and RM77k). For context, the...

West Coast Expressway (WCE) telah mengumumkan bahawa kutipan tol bagi Jajaran Seksyen 2, yang menghubungkan Persimpangan Bertingkat Lebuhraya Lembah Klang Selatan (SKVE) ke Persimpangan Bertingkat Lebuhraya Shah Alam (KESAS), akan bermula jam 12.01 tengah...

Hello from MY BMW World 2025, which is like BMW Malaysia’s very own motor show. Here at Sentul Depot, you’ll find everything BMW, from EVs to M cars and everything in between. Plenty of...

I was wrong about the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. When the original 2GC was launched in Malaysia in 2020, this writer thought: Who would buy a small BMW sedan that isn’t a 3...

May 2025 saw BYD keep Malaysia’s EV sales crown on its head with 1,148 units, according to the road transport department’s (JPJ) data, while Tesla leapt from selling just 108 units in April to...

Kementerian Pengangkutan (MOT) akan membangkitkan isu keselamatan dan membincangkan langkah segera yang boleh diambil untuk menambahbaik Lebuh Raya Timur-Barat (JRTB) pada mesyuarat Jemaah Menteri esok, laporan The Sun. Menterinya, Anthony Loke berkata, kementeriannya memandang...

Quill Automobiles has opened its new BMW body and paint (B&P) centre located in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, with the aim of improving aftersales excellence. The B&P features a workshop space spread across 15,625 square...

In what appears to be a Proton presentation slide posted to Facebook, the national carmaker looks set to launch the latest iteration of the Saga. This would be what’s likely to be the MC3...

Polyphony Digital, the creators of the Gran Turismo video game series, has announced a collaboration with Xiaomi that will see the SU7 Ultra be added to Gran Turismo 7 in a future update. The...

Starting today till June 9, Malaysian police will conduct Ops Lancar, focusing on traffic movement and road safety. According to Senior DCP Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri, director of Traffic Enforcement and Investigation...

According to a report by Bernama, the road transport department (JPJ) has opened an investigation paper on the lorry company involved in recent fatal accident which claimed the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit...

Sime Motors has expanded its network of Denza dealerships with the opening of a new showroom located in Old Klang Road. Spanning 8,165 square feet, the new facility features a display area capable of...

A new era of premium electric mobility lands, as Denza opens its new location in Old Klang Road. More than merely a showroom, the new Denza location is the latest destination for the electrified...

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has received two of 10 Electric Train Service (ETS) train sets as part of an acquisition exercise worth RM400 million, and these are expected to be gradually deployed for...

Transport minister Anthony Loke will provide an update on the status of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) aerotrain next week, The Star reports. The service has been suspended since March 2023 after several...

The current, sixth-generation (FL5) Honda Civic Type R will no longer be sold in Europe after 2025, as it doesn’t comply with the stricter Euro 6e-bis emissions standard that is set to come into...

Transport minister Anthony Loke has said the findings of the investigation into recent fatal crash that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel will be presented to the cabinet next week, The Star reports....

The ministry of transport has ordered Prasarana to enhance safety measures in place at all light rail transit (LRT) stations, including the installation of passenger safety doors, reported New Straits Times. This is to...

Click to enlarge Perodua is having a June 2025 promo for the Ativa and Aruz from now till June 30. The compact turbocharged SUV can be yours with RM1,000 cash rebate, while the high-riding...

After its preview at this year’s Malaysia Autoshow, the Proton eMas 5 has now been spotted undergoing testing on public roads. Spotted by paultan.org reader Amar in Melaka, the brand’s second electric vehicle (EV)...

Mazda dealers in Malaysia have begun advertising the CX-60 on Facebook, with many accepting bookings for the SUV. First making its global debut in March 2022, the CX-60 has been previewed here previously, most...

I begin with a question: is there a point in slapping a performance badge on an EV these days, when even in base form, so many of them boast sub-four second acceleration times? Will...

GWM Malaysia has announced the launch of its new 3S showroom in Melaka to cater to customers in the state. With a built-up area of 3,949 square feet, the facility features a vehicle display...