SHAH ALAM: UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) is accelerating hybrid awareness with the HEV It All campaign (September November 2025), reinforcing Toyotas leadership in electrification. Key highlights are: Self-charging power: Toyota HEVs (hybrid electric vehicles) charge as you drive, delivering a quiet, fuel- efficient, low-emission ride. Peace of mind: Eight-year HEV battery warranty and five-year vehicle [...]

PETALING JAYA: Proton is on the cusp of launching the nation's first sub- RM100,000 electric vehicle (EV). The upcoming e.MAS 5 is officially open for booking and Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (Pro-Net), a wholly owned subsidiary of Proton, gave the model a tentative price from RM60,000 to RM80,000. Malaysians can make their booking of [...]

WASHINGTON, DC: Tesla has launched sales of its Cybertruck in the Middle East, according to a post on X on Friday by the US-based luxury EV maker. The post said, "Cybertruck now available in the Middle East. Configure and place your order in the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. "The move will open up new [...]

SHANGHAI: Tesla Inc sold a record number of vehicles last quarter, but BYD Co still got the better of the Elon Musk-led company yet again. China's top carmaker has now delivered more fully electric vehicles worldwide than its US counterpart in four consecutive quarters. BYD managed to outsell Tesla on a quarterly basis even despite [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Chery Malaysia's Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 models now come in plug-in- hybrid powertrain option. Priced at RM129,800 and RM159,800 respectively, the two front-wheel drive (FWD) Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) are powered by the same newly launched Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) technology. The powertrain setup consists of a fifth generation ACTECO turbocharged direct [...]

SHAH ALAM: Warisan Tan Chong Automotif (WTCA), the official distributor of GAC in Malaysia, has launched the GAC Emkoo sports utility vehicle (SUV) in two guises. The locally-assembled C-segment SUV from China enters with the Premium variant priced on-the-road without insurance at RM123,800 while the range- topping Premium Pro variant goes for RM133,800. The Emkoo is [...]

SUBANG JAYA: Proton had another successful month in September to push its year to date (YTD) sales volume ahead of 2024. Group sales of 13,395 units (domestic and exports) in September brings total sales in the third quarter (Q3) to 42,141 units, while YTD sales now sit at 114,297 units and 0.9% ahead of where [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: The Tesla Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD), a new variant introduced to Malaysia, can travel up to 750km (WLTP) on a single charge. Its price starts at RM185,000 and it boasts the longest range amongst all Tesla vehicles (9% more range than Model 3 Long Range All-Wheel Drive). Top speed is [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: The Tesla Model 3 now comes with new hardware features and refreshed look. The Model 3 now has a new front-facing camera to offer enhanced visibility for greater safety and easier parking, providing a total of eight cameras to support the vision-based system for Autopilot. In addition, Model 3 also features a traditional [...]

GOTHENBURG: Volvo Cars delivered its one millionth plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and reached an important milestone in its electrification journey in September. PHEVs made up 23% of Volvo Cars global sales in the first half of 2025. PHEV sales grew from almost 46,000 units in 2019 to over 177,000 units in 2024, underpinned by strong demand [...]

PETALING JAYA: Royal Enfields recent One Ride brought together over 40,000 riders across more than 60 countries and 1,500 rides, making it one of the worlds largest motorcycling celebrations. In Malaysia, the turnout was the biggest yet with over 800 riders, double last years 400. Notably, more than 100 women riders and pillion riders joined [...]

PETALING JAYA: Two Malaysian Harley-Davidson riders have entered the Malaysia Book of Records with two achievements in India recently. Datuk Muruganantham @ Anand and K.V.R. Sanjevee completed the Longest Harley-Davidson Ride in India by a duo, covering 11,475km across 19 states in 13 days. They started and ended in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. They also became [...]

SHAH ALAM: Bookings for the all-new Proton e.MAS 5, Malaysias most affordable electric vehicle (EV), will officially start on Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 during a livestream event (8pm to 10:30pm). Hosted by lifestyle influencers Boss James, a prominent entrepreneur especially known in the automotive industry, and Norreen Iman, a well-known Malaysian actress, the session will [...]

PETALING JAYA: Honda Malaysia's 25th anniversary "Because of You" campaign includes a lucky draw with prizes worth up to RM1 million. Running from Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2025, the three-month campaign features an exciting line-up of activities as well as exclusive programmes with rewarding benefits. Honda Malaysia managing director and CEO Narushi Yazaki said, [...]

SEREMBAN: Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HMSM) has launched its new Hino 300 Series Euro 5 light commercial vehicles (LCVs). The event was held at the Hino Total Support Customer Centre (HTSCC) in Sendayan. It marked the unveiling of two upgraded models, the 4-wheeler and 6-wheeler, with the theme Strong, Smart and Smooth for [...]

SEPANG: Porsche Malaysia recently ignited a day of real-world driving thrills for the podium winners of the Porsche Esports Sprint Challenge Malaysia 2025. Porsche Malaysia is represented by Sime Darby Auto Performance. The "Winners Driving Experience" was held at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit. The winners traded their simulators for the cockpit of real Porsche [...]

DASHING is a word that is more suggestive of moving about in haste or charming good looks for a suave male. It took us a while for the word to sink in as the name of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) in the Jetour range. Then again, Jetour is equally an unusual name for an [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Jetour, as the key sponsor and official car partner of the recent Malaysia Sarong Music Run (MSMR) 2025, amplified the festivities with its bold brand presence and engaging activations. MSMR 2025 had brought the heart of Kuala Lumpur to life with an electrifying fusion of sports, music, and culture. In its 2025 edition, [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Cycle & Carriage (C&C;) shares five of the most common mistakes that the company's technicians see and how to avoid them with practical, preventive steps. Mistake 1: Skipping regular servicing Many drivers delay servicing, thinking that missing one or two visits wont make a difference. But postponing oil changes, brake checks, or filter [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Caltex Malaysia patrons can access BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) targeted subsidy savings when they fuel up through the CaltexGO app. The CaltexGO app makes it faster and easier to set up, without the need of a physical MyKad. We at Caltex Malaysia are proud to support the governments effort in ensuring subsidies reach [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Continental Tyre Malaysia has officially launched the General Tire brand in the Malaysian replacement market, for passenger cars, SUVs (sport utility vehicles), MPVs (multi-purpose vehicles) and 44 pick-ups. General Tire has over 100 years of heritage and became a part of Continental in 1987 as a sub-brand. General Tires product range, tailored for [...]

PETALING JAYA: A brief moment of panic hit motorists yesterday as petrol pumps displayed RM2.60 per litre of RON95 petrol instead of the promised RM1.99. However, relief followed when the receipts issued reflected a different amount. The price at the pump caught me off guard. I thought I had overpaid, as the price on the [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Bermaz Xpeng has launched the updated all-electric Xpeng G6 Ultra Smart Coupe SUV that is enhanced with improved features, higher performance and new styling touches. Open for booking and available in three variants, on-the-road without insurance pricing for private registrations are RM179,708 for the G6 RWD Long Range Pro, G6 AWD Performance (RM190,708) [...]

SHANGHAI: The Zeekr 9X flagship luxury sports utility vehicle (SUV) is officially on sale here. Built on the SEA-S 900V high-voltage architecture platform, the 9X debuts the SEA Super Hybrid system with up to 1,000kW of power. It can accelerate from 0100kph in 3.1 seconds, and has a pure electric range of 380km CLTC. Ultra-fast [...]

TANJUNG MALIM: Proton's first very own DC charging hub is now officially online. The hub is located at the administration building of Proton Tanjung Malim and is managed by its subsidiary Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (Pro-Net) independent of external charge point operators (CPOs). The infrastructure is equipped with two DC chargers, four charging [...]

LONDON: Many drivers are being put off the idea of electric motoring because of myths about the vehicles, a new survey in the UK suggests. Chargepoint supplier char.gy, which commissioned the research, said electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly outpacing traditionally-fuelled models on performance and value. The company commissioned YouGov to survey 1,005 UK drivers and [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Booking for the single-motor variant of the Volvo EC40 is now open. Available as a 2026 make model, the new variant comes in at a recommended retail price (RRP) of RM248,888 which is RM40,000 less than the current twin-motor setup. It'll be available in the top-specification Ultra trim and features Volvos second-generation, in-house [...]

WHEN I first swung a leg over the all-new BMW F 900 GS Adventure, I knew straight away this wasntgoing to be a casual test ride. This is a serious adventure motorcycle, tall and imposing, with its 23-litre tank, spoked wheels and broad shoulders. From the start, I felt it in my bones that I [...]

SEPANG: Porsche's 2025 update of the 911 GT3 is officially available in Malaysia. The new model launches with two versions simultaneously for the first time in the country - the standard model with a striking rear wing made of carbon-fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) and a Touring package option. Both models house an upgraded naturally aspirated [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Chery Malaysia has opened the order book for its upcoming next- generation plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) lineup the Tiggo 7 PHEV and Tiggo 8 PHEV. Bookings are now open at all authorised Chery Malaysia showrooms nationwide and online at www.chery.my. Featuring the revolutionary Chery Super Hybrid (CSH) technology, Malaysian drivers can look [...]

BUTTERWORTH: The Finance Ministry is working with the Road Transport Department (JPJ) to urgently resolve technical issues related to eligibility checks for the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) programme ahead of its official rollout tomorrow. Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying said this followed complaints from the public who claimed they were listed as ineligible [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: There will be no more warnings with police clamping down hard on road users who flout traffic laws come Oct 1. Kuala Lumpur police chief Comm Datuk Fadil Marsus told The Star that warnings or advocacy notices issued to road users during the Law Compliance Operation codenamed Ops PUU will stop [...]

AARDAL (Norway): Aluminium made with renewable power and from recycling is helping luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz cut CO2 emissions in the production of its new line of electric vehicles, part of a wider effort to decarbonise operations, executives told Reuters. Mercedes uses the low-carbon aluminium, developed in partnership with Norwegian metals producer Norsk Hydro, to make [...]

TOKYO: More than two years after BYD Co's high-profile foray into the Japanese market, the Chinese electric vehicle maker is still struggling to win over drivers. The automaker sold just 5,300 vehicles between January 2023 and June this year despite opening its 45th sales location in Japan, introducing a fourth EV model and touting plans [...]

MUNICH: BMW AG is recalling at least 331,000 vehicles globally due to a defect in its starter motor, another such setback for the German carmaker that's been hit by costly product flaws. The fault - where the engine starter may catch fire due to possible corrosion - affects most model lines built between 2015 and [...]

PETALING JAYA: BYD Malaysia's Seal 6 sets a new price benchmark where C-segment electric sedans are concerned. Available in two variants, the electric vehicle (EV) comes in at a starting price of RM100,000 for the Dynamic option while the Premium is at RM115,800. Both share the same 56.64kWh BYD Blade Battery and a 485km (NEDC) [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Setel Ventures Sdn Bhd (Setel), Malaysias first and fastest- growing fuelling and mobility app, will provide ease of access to Malaysians eligible for the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) programme from Sept 30. Through a one-time verification on the app, users can refuel at over 1,000 Petrona stations without the need for manual MyKad verification [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Tesla Malaysia has reached an exhilarating milestone by delivering its 10,000th vehicle, a powerful testament to the nations growing passion for electric mobility. To celebrate this landmark achievement, Tesla Malaysia is launching the Tesla 10,000 Delivery Week from now until Sept 30, inviting new owners to join a vibrant celebration packed with exclusive [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has appointed Takashi Sakamaki as its new chief executive officer (CEO) effective today. Sakamaki takes over from Shinya Ikeda who has led the company since October 2021. Sakamaki has more than 20 years of international experience in the automotive industry, with deep expertise in business strategy, export operations, and [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysias hot and humid climate are not giving automotive batteries an easy life. Ive had my fair share of frustrating mornings when the bike just refuses to start. Thats why the CTEK MXS 3.8 Smart Battery Charger has been a life saver for many motorcycle and car owners in Malaysia. Compact and easy [...]