A new retro style scooter for Malaysia, the 2026 Lambretta J200, with a public preview at the Art of Speed 2026 in MAEPS, Serdang. The Lambretta name is iconic, like the other Italian scooter brand, [] The post 2026 Lambretta J200 scooter in Malaysia, first look appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Zeekr has announced that to date, it has delivered a total of 5,000 vehicles in Malaysia since it entered the market less than two years ago. The achievement, it claims, is reflective of the growing [] The post Zeekr Malaysia celebrates 5,000 deliveries with optional 8-yr warranty, fr RM5k existing owners buy by Sept 30 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The DFSK E5 Plus has been launched in Indonesia, shown at the 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2026), and this marks the debut of the E5 Plus in a right-hand-drive market. The E5 [] The post DFSK E5 Plus RHD debut in Indonesia - 25.3 kWh battery, 119 km EV range WLTP; in Malaysia soon? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

iCaur's first East Malaysian 3S centre has opened in Sabah's Kota Kinabalu. Operated by Universal Icar, the 1,170-square metre facility is situated at CL015493615 Jalan Limau Manis, off Jalan Lintas, Taman Iramanis, 88450 Kota Kinabalu. [] The post iCaur opens first East M'sian 3S centre in Kota Kinabalu appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Mitsubishi Xforce arrived on the Malaysian market in April this year, with the B-segment SUV going on sale in two variants - the base Urban variant at RM109,980, and the Ultimate variant at RM119,980; [] The post Mitsubishi Xforce Ultimate reviewed in Malaysia - 1.5L NA petrol, CVT, RM120k; how does it stack up? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Proton has revealed in a presentation at today's line-off ceremony for the locally-assembled (CKD) Proton eMas 7 PHEV that 24% of eMas 5 and eMas 7 PHEV buyers live in high-rise buildings (i.e. condominiums), which it says is higher than the national benchmark of 23%. This is in response to [] The post Proton eMas 5, eMas 7 PHEV: 24% of buyers live in high-rise buildings, charging partners cover 600 locations appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The CKD Proton eMas 7 EV (right) was launched in January and the CKD eMas 5 (left) showed up at KLIMS 2026 last month. Barely two weeks later, Proton announced that its four-year-old Tanjong Malim engine plant had begun assembling dedicated hybrid engines (DHE) and transmissions (DHT) for hybrids and [] The post Proton eMas 5, eMas 7 EV motors now CKD in Malaysia appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

This is the Solarky Sun V, a pint-sized electric vehicle (EV) that is currently on display at this years Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026. A product of Solarky Mobility Technologies, which is headquartered in Wuxi, China, the Sun V serves a mobility solution for dense urban environments with [] The post Solarky Sun V on display in Indonesia small city EV with solar panels; 20 PS, up to 200 km range; RM37k est appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Despite a drop in deliveries, BMW Motorrad reported a 15.2% increase in EBIT profitability despite delivering 1.9% fewer motorcycles. This compares against a drop in group earnings before tax of 35% year-on-year to 1.7 billion euro (RM8 billion) in the second quarter, while first-half EBT declined 29.4% to about 4 [] The post BMW Motorrad reports 15.2% rise in profit for Q2 2026 despite 1.9% drop in motorcycle deliveries appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The all-new (NA5) BMW iX3 will be launched in Malaysia next week, but Indonesia has already welcomed the first of the German brands Neue Klasse models at the ongoing Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS). Launched with an off-the-road price of 2.269 billion rupiah (about RM512k), the iX3 arrives in [] The post 2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive launched in Indonesia 805 km WLTP, from RM512k; Malaysian launch next week appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Malaysia will soon receive MG's premium IM sub-brand, with the IM6 electric SUV set to arrive sometime in the third quarter of the year. The next phase in the marque's global strategy will involve the [] The post MG IM8 previewed in China luxury 3-row REEV SUV considered for Malaysia with 430 km CLTC EV range appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The biggest iCaur yet (until a V29 comes along?) has made its ASEAN debut at the ongoing Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026, and the Indonesian order books are now open, although there's no [] The post iCaur V27 makes ASEAN debut at GIIAS 2026: 1.5T REEV open for booking in Indonesia; 252 PS RWD, 455 PS AWD appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Following the teaser for it earlier this week, BYD Sime Motors has introduced the updated 2026 BYD Sealion 7, with the refresh officially making its debut earlier this morning. Redefined further for tomorrow, as the [] The post 2026 BYD Sealion 7 EV launched in Malaysia 91.3 kWh battery, new base Dynamic variant, from RM163,800 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The main star of Geely's Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026 booth is the Coolray, a Geely-badged Proton X50 that's made in Malaysia at Tanjong Malim. The CBU import is a curious blend of [] The post 2026 Geely Okavango shown in Indonesia - likely made in Malaysia, previews upcoming Proton X90 facelift? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Let's cuci mata a bit. The sexy Mazda 6e has been launched in Indonesia at the ongoing Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026, curiously with the Fastback suffix (like in Singapore). There's just the [] The post Mazda 6e launched in Indonesia at GIIAS 2026 - sexy Deepal-based EV, 258 PS/290 Nm, 560 km WLTP, RM192k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The second-generation Kia Seltos has made its official launch debut in Indonesia during this years Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), with three variants being made available to customers there. This comes about seven months [] The post 2026 Kia Seltos launched in Indonesia second-gen SUV with 1.5L NA, IVT; three variants, priced from RM81k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Here's the Toyota Veloz Hybrid in all its glory at the ongoing Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026, about half a year after it was first unveiled at the Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week, which [] The post Toyota Veloz Hybrid on display at GIIAS 2026 - 1.5 hybrid, RM69k-88k; is a Perodua Alza hybrid possible? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Selamat pagi from the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026. We're starting our coverage with something interesting for Malaysians, and this familiar sight is none other than our Proton X50. Here, it's called the [] The post Geely Coolray launched in Indonesia - CBU Malaysia; Proton X50 with old looks, new interior; from RM75k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Very few cars have created such a stir in the already-pretty-saturated Malaysian playground like the Perodua QV-E. From its much-maligned battery leasing scheme to its indigenous development, production delays due to quality issues, its lacklustre [] The post Perodua QV-E - our brief video review uncovers some gems in one of Malaysia's most controversial cars appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

BYD has revealed pricing for the Racco, its electric kei car that takes on offerings from brands like Honda, Mitsubishi and Nissan that are very familiar with this vehicle class. As reported previously, the Racco [] The post BYD Racco launched in Japan 64 PS electric kei car, up to 320 km WLTC; undercuts Japanese rivals from RM54k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Giving your car a brand new coat of paint can make you fall in love with it all over again because it will look like it just rolled off the assembly line. This way you can save money and keep your car longer rather than scratching that itch of getting [] The post Carro Care body & paint promo: 30% off full car respray from RM2,100 + naxPro grooming products worth RM270 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Cracking down on use of illegally modified bicycles, or "basikal lajak", Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) conducted an operation. As a result, 25 basikal lajak were seized, while 24 summons were issued [] The post Traffic police seize 25 basikal lajak, issue 24 summones appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

While rewarding careful motorists with lower insurance premiums is a step in the right direction, road safety experts say that authorities must carry out stricter enforcement of road traffic regulations through the Kejara demerit points system and fines which are calibrated according to income levels, reported The Star. Efforts to [] The post Safe driving rewards under Cermat Madani initiative should be matched by enforcement: road safety experts appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive ..

Honda Malaysia has invested RM14 million to install approximately 8,960 solar panels across the rooftops of its Alor Gajah, Melaka plant, as well as a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to enhance the plant's renewable energy management. The solar panels have altogether an installed capacity of over 5.6 megawatts and [] The post Honda Malaysia installs nearly 9,000 solar panels, BESS at Melaka plant - over 7,000 MWh a year, 10% lower CO2 appeared first on Paul Tan's ..

In a special enforcement operation, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) impounded 35 motorcycles and issued 174 traffic summonses. The operation targetted illegally parked vehicles obstructing public walkways and traffic flow in Bangsar South and Brickfields. Carried out under DBKL's Traffic Warden Unit from the Enforcement Department on on July 22, [] The post DBKL impounds 35 motorcycles, issues 164 summonses appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

New colours for the 2026 Honda Vario 160 scooter in Malaysia, with pricing now up RM300 to RM10,498 from last year's price of RM10,198. New colours are Matte Black, Silver Blue and Gray Gold, while a two-year or 20,000 km warranty is provided against manufacturing defects. No changes otherwise for [] The post 2026 Honda Vario 160 new colours in Malaysia, RM10.5k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Freelander 8 was unveiled at the sidelines of Auto China in April, and now we are getting our first proper look at the interior of this three-row SUV as it gears up for its [] The post Freelander 8 interior revealed Chery-JLR SUV with 46.3-inch screen, 3-row ventilated seats, EV or REEV appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Four new Ford Ranger variants have been launched in Malaysia - the Platinum 3.0 (RM205,888), Sport 3.0 (RM159,888), Sport 2.0 (RM145,888) and XL 2.0 (RM127,888) - all turbodiesels. Well, technically, the XL is a re-launch [] The post Ford Ranger gets new variants in Malaysia - Platinum 3.0 for RM206k, Sport 2.0/3.0 from RM146k, XL RM128k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The works ministry has identified 94 locations across Peninsular Malaysia for upgrades to road safety infrastructure this year, with a total allocation of RM33.05 million, reported Bernama. Some 77 locations have been identified under the [] The post Works ministry identifies 94 locations in Peninsular Malaysia for road safety upgrades - Nanta appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Strengthening its foothold in Southeast Asia's largest motorcycle market, Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has opened 20 new electric motorcycle (e-bike) showrooms in Indonesia. Spanning a period from July 19 to 25 for the openings, [] The post Vinfast opens 20 e-bike showrooms in Indonesia appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

While e-hailing insurance premiums are inherently higher than those for private cars due to longer driving hours, higher mileage and increased accident risks, the finance ministry says that insurers and takaful operators cannot arbitrarily raise premiums for e-hailing vehicles without presenting clear evidence from claims data, The Star reports. The [] The post Insurers cannot randomly raise e-hailing premiums without first presenting claims data - finance ministry appeared first ..

First seen at the Malaysia Bike Show earlier this year, the 2026 Moto Griffin 205 is now in the local scooter market, priced at RM8,888. The Griffin 205 got its official launch at the opening [] The post 2026 WMoto Griffin 205 scooter in Malaysia, RM8,888 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Having only sold electrified models in Indonesia so far, Geely is venturing into pure petrol vehicles with the Coolray, its first ICE car. Aside from being motivated by dinosaur juice, this B-segment SUV is also [] The post 2026 Geely Coolray in Indonesia CKD Malaysia, old Proton X50 exterior with new interior, GIIAS launch appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

MSIG car insurance renewal doesn't have to mean chasing an agent for a quote. Through paultan.org's online renewal service, you can price your MSIG policy, compare it against rival insurers and pay for it in [] The post Renew your MSIG car insurance online in minutes and get 10% off with promo PAULTAN appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Jaecoo J5 EV inches closer to being launched with Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia today announcing that bookings for the electric SUV are now open, with estimated pricing at RM125,000. This comes on the day the company is celebrating 30,000 deliveries since it introduced its first model two years ago [] The post 2026 Jaecoo J5 EV now open for booking in Malaysia - RM125k estimated; CKD, 211 PS, 402 km WLTP range appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

BYDs Denza has posted the first official images of the Z9S, a new electric sedan that will join the line-up under the existing Z9, the latter also offered as a wagon called Z9GT which went [] The post Denza Z9S shown in China new EV sedan sits below Z9/Z9GT; MIIT filing shows up to 503 PS, 920 km CLTC appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Xpeng L03 has been launched in Europe, just a few days after the SUV with a fastback silhouette went on sale in its home market of China it is called the Mona L03 [] The post Xpeng L03 launched in Europe EV with up to 520 km WLTP or REEV up to 1,017 km combined; from RM163k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Another day, another Omoda C7 preview, with Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia presenting the SUV for show at the 2026 Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week, its appearance at the event having been indicated previously. This comes less [] The post Omoda C7 PHEV previewed in Malaysia - 360 PS/530 Nm, coming here in Q4 2026, CKD, est. fr RM170k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Launched alongside the high-performance duo that is the BMW G87 M2 CS and BMW G81 M3 Touring in Malaysia today is the BMW 218 Gran Coup M Sport, which arrives at RM192,800 with the standard [] The post BMW 218 Gran Coup M Sport launched in Malaysia - adaptive dampers, HK audio, RM20k more at RM193k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The second-generation (G87) BMW M2 CS has made its Malaysian launch debut at the BMW Clubhouse, a brand showcase event that will open its doors to the public from July 17 to 19. This arrives [] The post 2026 BMW M2 CS launched in Malaysia - 530 PS, 0-100 in 3.8s; RM294k more than standard M2, from RM951k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .