The first locally-assembled (CKD) Xpeng G6 has rolled off the line at EPMB's Melaka plant, a few months after the March 31 date revealed through a Bursa Malaysia announcement in December. Will it launch together [] The post Xpeng G6 CKD - first unit rolls out of EPMB Melaka appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Just two weeks on from the Malaysian launch of the B8 plug-in hybrid 44, Denza has previewed the Z9GT at the Sime Motors MotorExpo at The Arch Galeries today. Unlike previous appearances, the luxury electric [] The post Denza Z9GT RHD Malaysia preview 2nd-gen BYD Blade battery, 1,156 PS, 600 km WLTP, Flash Charging appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Debuting in Malaysia is the 2026 BMW Motorrad F450 GS, with pricing at RM40,000. Only one colour option is offered in the Malaysia market - GS Trophy Racing blue metallic. First shown internationally in 2025, [] The post 2026 BMW Motorrad F450 GS in Malaysia, RM40,000 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

As of June 3, 8,862 vehicles - comprising 8,524 diesel pick-up trucks, 329 diesel jeeps and nine petrol jeeps - have been registered under the enhanced implementation of the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS) and [] The post 8,862 vehicles registered under expanded SKDS, SKPS appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Bentley Flying Spur has now been updated to wear front-end styling that is in line with the latest Continental GT two-door, which entered its fourth generation in 2024. This redesign re-introduces the single headlamp [] The post 2026 Bentley Flying Spur - sedan updated with 680 PS 'S' variant, Continental GT single-headlamp styling appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Two years after it was introduced in China, the Leapmotor C10 has come in for its mid-cycle facelift, with the first photos of the refreshed SUV having been released ahead of the car's home market [] The post Leapmotor C10 facelift revealed more modern front design, slicker interior, China launch June 16 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Rolls-Royce has updated the standard and Black Badge versions of the Spectre, with both providing more power and range in their Series II forms. For a brief recap, the Spectre was first introduced in October [] The post Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II debuts EV gets battery upgrade, more power; up to 680 PS, 629 km WLTP appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Previously shown in Malaysia in the 300 and 150 variants, the 2026 SYM Husky adventure scooter now comes as a 200, priced at RM10,998. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and there [] The post 2026 SYM Husky 200 Malaysia launch, RM10,998 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

A new model for the Malaysia scooter market, the 2026 Brixton Moucca 250, priced at RM12,888. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and there are four colour options - Green, Orange, Black [] The post 2026 Brixton Moucca scooter in Malaysia, RM12,888 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The BMW M2 gains all-wheel drive for the very first time with the second- generation (G87) model - the regular G42 2 Series is already offered with AWD. Set to go on sale in late summer [] The post 2026 BMW M2 gets M xDrive for the very first time 480 PS, 600 Nm; faster 0-100 than RWD-only version appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Shown at the 2026 Malaysia Bike Show is the 2026 Kawasaki ZX-10R superbike, priced at RM114,600. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and there is only one colour option offered, Lime Green/Blue [] The post 2026 Kawasaki ZX-10R Malaysia launch, RM114,600 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

A third place victory for Malaysian Moto3 racer Hakim Danish in Mugello, Italy on the weekend. Riding at the Grand Prix of Italy for Aeon Credit-MT Helmets- MSI team, the Kuala Terengganu boy - race numebr [] The post Malaysian Hakim Danish grabs maiden Moto3 podium appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

As indicated previously, Malaysia is set to raise the biodiesel blend rate in Peninsular Malaysia from B10 to B15 starting from tomorrow, June 1. The implementation will see B15 biodiesel, comprising 15% palm methyl ester [] The post Biodiesel B15 rollout begins June 1 govt says no issue with compatibility; heres what car brands say appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Turut hadir di acara Malaysia Bike Show adalah CFMoto, yang melancarkan dua model baru iaitu 750 SR-S dan 1000 MT-X. Bagi 1000 MT-X, harga yang ditetapkan adalah RM51,888 tidak termasuk insurans dan ditawarkan dalam tiga warna iaitu kelabu, hijau dan biru. Menggerakkan model adventure touring ini ialah enjin dua silinder [] The post CFMoto 1000 MT-X dilancarkan di Malaysia - RM51,888 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Semasa acara Malaysia Bike Show, tiga model baru Morbidelli dilancarkan untuk pasaran Malaysia dan salah satu daripadanya adalah SC200SR. Ia dijual pada harga RM7,988 tidak termasuk insurans, dan ditawarkan dalam tiga warna iaitu hitam, hijau dan ungu. Skuter ini dipacu oleh enjin satu silinder, suntikan bahan api, empat strok SOHC [] The post Morbidelli SC200SR dilancarkan di Malaysia - RM7,988 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Modenas turut berada di Malaysia Bike Show dengan melancarkan tiga model baru dan salah satu daripadanya adalah Z650S. Ini adalah sebuah model baru yang diperkenal kepada dunia pada tahun lepas dan melibatkan pelbagai peningkatan terutamanya di bahagian ergonomik. Jika dibandingkan dengan Z650 sebelum ini, bahagian pemegangnya ditukar menjadi lebih lebar [] The post Modenas Z650S dilancarkan di Malaysia - RM35,600 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

BYD memperkenalkan varian baharu hatchback Dolphin di Eropah, dikenali sebagai Dolphin G DM-i. Seperti namanya, versi ini bukan lagi digerakkan oleh kuasa elektrik sepenuhnya (EV), sebaliknya ia menerima unit rangkaian kuasa plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Super Hybrid dengan teknologi DM BYD. Hatchback ini menampilkan profil sisi yang masih sama seperti Dolphin [] The post BYD Dolphin G DM-i - hatchback PHEV segmen-B untuk Eropah, jarak gerak 1,000 km, lancar Jun depan appeared first on ..

In a social media statement, the Marang, Terengganu division of PAS (Parti Islam Se-Malaysia, Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party) came out to defend motorcycle gatherings and activities organised by the political party. Saying that such activities or "convoys" encourage discipline, PAS says the convoys require participants to follow the rules. These include [] The post Terengganu PAS Youth defends motorcycle gatherings appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Well, look what we have here. After months of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N being the only one of the forthcoming N models to be previewed in Malaysia, reader Eric Goh has sent us spyshots [] The post Hyundai Ioniq 6 N spied in Malaysia RM450k est 650 PS EV super sedan set for KLIMS launch next month? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Bagi peminat motosikal bergaya retro di Malaysia, Royal Enfield kini memperkenalkan Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 versi 2026 dengan harga bermula RM25,200 tidak termasuk insurans. Varian warna Shack Black dan Purple Haze ditawarkan pada harga RM25,200, manakala pilihan Trip Teal dan Rave Red pula dijual pada harga RM25,500. Setiap pembelian [] The post Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 dilancar di Malaysia - enjin satu silinder 349 cc, lima kelajuan, dari RM25,200 appeared first on ..

The Perak road transport department (JPJ) has inspected 1,662 vehicles in the first two days of its May 24-31 Hari Raya Aidiladha Special Operation (Ops HRAA), with action taken against 206 vehicles for various offences, [] The post Perak JPJ checks 1,662 vehicles in first 2 days of ops appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

You're looking at what is almost certainly the most controversial car Maranello has ever made the all-electric, Jony Ive-designed Ferrari Luce. Defined as not just a Ferrari EV but an entirely new car to [] The post Ferrari Luce radical minimalist EV, 1,050 PS, 0-100 km/h 2.5 secs, simulated shifts, 530 km WLTP range appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

For the retro motorcycle rider in Malaysia, the 2026 Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is now available with pricing starting at RM25,200, excluding road tax, insurance and registration. The Shack Black and Purple Haze colours [] The post 2026 Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 in Malaysia - pricing from RM25,200 with four colour options appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The fifth-generation Honda City has received its second facelift in India, with the updated B-segment sedan making its debut in the country today. As far as changes go, the most talked about will undoubtedly be [] The post 2026 Honda City facelift debuts in India radical new face; ventilated seats, ambient lighting; 1.5L NA/Hybrid appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Vinfast has launched the VF MPV 7 in Indonesia. The seven-seater EV - which is called Limo Green in its home market of Vietnam - is locally assembled in Subang, West Java, and the CKD operations is described by Vinfast as a significant step forward in its global manufacturing expansion [] The post Vinfast VF MPV 7 launched in Indonesia - CKD 7-seat EV, guaranteed RV, RM200 batt subscription, fr RM77k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of April 2026, reporting that a total of 72,113 units units were delivered to buyers last month. This represents an increase of 13.6%, or 8,624 units, from the 63,489 units shifted in March. The association said that [] The post April 2026 Malaysian vehicle sales up by 13.6% - MAA appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

After 15 months going it alone, the D9 MPV is finally no longer the only Denza you can buy in Malaysia, because this leviathan has arrived - the Denza B8. It's available in seven-seat Dynamic and six-seat Premium variants, priced at RM458,800 and RM518,800 respectively. Add on-the-road costs and the [] The post Denza B8 launched in Malaysia - 2.0T PHEV 44, 612 PS/760 Nm, DiSus-P, 6 or 7 seats, RM459k to RM519k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Chery telah umumkan pelantikan Robert Lewandowski sebagai duta baru jenama itu dalam usaha pengeluar kereta dari China itu berusaha untuk mengukuhkan kehadirannya di peringkat global, dalam suasana jualan kereta yang semakin perlahan di China. Kerjasama itu diumumkan di pusat operasi Eropah Chery di Barcelona, Sepanyol, dengan ikon bola sepak tersebut [] The post Chery lantik ikon bolasepak Robert Lewandowski jadi duta jenama, perluas kehadiran di peringkat global appeared first on Paul ..

Kementerian Kewangan (MoF) mengumumkan bahawa bagi tempoh 21 hingga 27 Mei 2026, harga runcit petrol RON 97 dinaikkan sebanyak 15 sen seliter, menjadi RM4.85 seliter. Manakala RON95 tanpa subsidi pula ditetapkan pada harga RM4.07 seliter selepas menerima kenaikan sebanyak 15 sen. Walau bagaimana pun RON95 di bawah subsidi BUDi95 masih [] The post Harga minyak 21-27 Mei - RON97 naik 15 sen, RON95 naik 20 sen, diesel untuk Semenanjung naik 10 sen appeared first on Paul Tan's ..

Malaysian deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has said in a Facebook post that to date, 94,165 EVs have been sold in Malaysia since 2018, Bernama reports. Six figures just around the corner? "Today (May 19), I chaired the National EV Steering Committee (NEVSC) Meeting No 1/2026 at Menara [] The post 94,165 EVs sold in Malaysia since 2018 - Fadillah appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kerja Raya, Infrastruktur, Air dan Pembangunan Luar Bandar Kelantan Datuk Dr Izani Husin memaklumkan bahawa Jalan Gua Musang- Lojing yang ditutup sejak 3 Disember 2025 akibat tanah runtuh dijangka dibuka semula kepada pengguna esok (21 Mei). Beliau berkata pembukaan laluan itu amat penting bagi memulihkan semula hubungan pengangkutan antara [] The post Jalan Gua Musang-Lojing dibuka semula 21 Mei ini appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

iCaur Malaysia secara rasmi telah melancarkan versi pemasangan tempatan (CKD) untuk SUV iCaur 03, di mana SUV berkenaan telah pun keluar dari barisan pemasangan di kilang Chery Corporate Malaysia, Shah Alam. Peralihan kepada pemasangan tempatan merupakan langkah penting buat kami. Ia menggabungkan kebanggaan tempatan dengan teknologi global, sambil membolehkan kami [] The post iCaur 03 CKD 2026 rasmi dilancarkan di Malaysia - spesifikasi sama dengan CBU, RM129,880 iWD; 279 PS ..

Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) president Mohd Shamsor Mohd Zain has said at today's Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2026 media update event that the association supports MITI's latest CBU EV policies "to reduce trade imbalance in the automotive sector, however, these need to be properly crafted and carried out [] The post MAA supports MITI CBU EV policy update but changes should be in phases to allow carmakers to adapt appeared first on Paul ..

iCaur Malaysia has delivered on its promise to locally assemble (CKD) vehicles in Malaysia, with the company announcing that the 03 is now rolling off the line at Chery Corporate Malaysias plant in Shah Alam. Moving into local assembly is a meaningful step for us. It brings together local pride [] The post 2026 iCaur 03 CKD launched in Malaysia same specs as CBU; RM129,880 iWD; 279 PS, up to 418 km NEDC appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

From last year until April this year, the Negeri Sembilan road transport department (JPJ) has seized a total of 291 goods vehicles for various offences, Bernama reports. "A total of 562 cases were taken action under the APAD Act 2010, while another 153 cases were recorded from January to April, [] The post N9 JPJ has seized 291 goods vehicles since last year appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Local oil company BHPetrol is sponsoring the TM ISTAF Sepaktakraw World Cup Kuala Lumpur 2026, which is hosted by Malaysia and is currently being held at Stadium Titiwangsa in KL, till May 23. "Through the collaboration with TM ISTAF Sepaktakraw World Cup Kuala Lumpur 2026, BHPetrol hopes to continue to [] The post BHPetrol sponsors Sepaktakraw World Cup KL 2026 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Not content with stamping its name on the Nrburgring with the SU7 Ultra, Xiaomi has returned to the Green Hell with a new model, the YU7 GT. Why GT and not Ultra, you ask? Maybe [] The post Xiaomi YU7 GT Nrburgring SUV lap record 7 mins 34.931 secs for 1,003 PS EV super-SUV, 705 km CLTC appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

This might be a future classic. For the first time ever, BMW is offering the M3 CS with a six-speed manual transmission as a limited-edition model to mark the end of the G80 generation before [] The post 2027 BMW M3 CS Handschalter debuts - first M3 CS with six-speed manual transmission for North America appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The hitherto electric-only BYD M6 is gaining a DM plug-in hybrid powertrain to boost its appeal in MPV-crazy Indonesia. The Chinese electrification specialist is touting the car as a panacea for rising prices for those [] The post BYD M6 DM revealed in Indonesia PHEV MPV with 99 PS 1.5L NA engine, 65 km/l, big grille, SUV styling appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

An interest-free motorcycle loan of up to RM5,000 is available from the Terengganu state government. The motorcycle purchase loan scheme is issued under the state Entrepreneur Development Foundation (YPU) to assist Terengganu youth and the [] The post Terengganu offers RM5,000 motorcycle loan scheme appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .