Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency concept, claimed to be the world's most efficient near-production electric car. Built on the MEB+ architecture that underpins the ID. Polo, the Mission Efficiency concept was driven on an [] The post Volkswagen Mission Efficiency concept - world's most efficient "near-production" EV; 6.89 kWh per 100 km appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

At yesterdays launch of the new H number plate series, the road transport department (JPJ) revealed that it has collected around RM36.6 million from the sales of special number plate series so far this year. [] The post JPJ special number plate sales: RM46 million collected in 2024, RM63 million in 2025, RM36.6 mil so far this year appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Aside from the CLA hybrid, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has also previewed the GLC electric to Malaysian media in Singapore today. The reimagined compact executive SUV is set to arrive on our shores very soon to [] The post 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 EV previewed for Malaysia: X540, 421 PS, 616 km WLTP, Hyperscreen, fr RM389k est appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

A Reddit user has posted images of what is supposedly the upcoming eighth- generation (G50) BMW 3 Series without any camouflage. Spotted at a BMW facility in Munich, the car in question is said to an [] The post 2027 BMW M350 xDrive spied without any camouflage before debut G50 generation looks similar to NA0 i3 EV appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Kelantan road transport department (JPJ) seized 10 excessively-modified cars and two motorbikes under Ops Ekstrem between midnight and 8am last Friday around Kota Bharu, Bernama reports. "Some 131 notices were issued during the operation, [] The post Kelantan JPJ seizes 12 excessively-modified vehicles under Ops Ekstrem - engine changes, exhausts, lowered appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

As the Leapmotor B10 is now sold in Malaysia as a locally assembled (CKD) model alongside the C10, the B10 range has been trimmed to now offer the Design variant as its sole offering. Priced [] The post 2026 Leapmotor B10 CKD - 434 km range, 67.1 kWh battery, optional physical key fob; RM118,800 OTR appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Yamaha Malaysia is powering a Youth Dirt Bike School for children wanting to get into the basics of motorcycling and dirt bike riding. Organised in collaboration with Kev Advenduro, the school is held every weekend [] The post Yamaha Malaysia powers Youth Dirt Bike School for kids appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Following the quiet introduction of the locally-assembled (CKD) version of the Proton eMas 7 PHEV earlier this month, we now bring you a full gallery of the SUV in its range-topping Premium Plus. This is [] The post 2026 Proton eMas 7 PHEV Premium Plus CKD Malaysian gallery - up to 996 km WLTP; same price at RM125,800 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Tesla Model Y Performance has officially gone on sale in China. First sighted in MIIT filings in July, the flagship of the Juniper range is now live on Tesla's Chinese configurator at 369,000 yuan (approximately RM223,000), with deliveries estimated in two to six weeks. That makes it the fifth [] The post Tesla Model Y Performance launched in China: 460 hp, 0-100 km/h in 3.5s, 659 km CLTC range, built in Shanghai appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The naturally-aspirated version of the Proton S70 part of the forthcoming MC2 facelift lineup was announced last week, but despite the car appearing in images and social media posts over the past few days, we have yet to clap eyes on the base Lite variant. So far, all [] The post 2026 Proton S70 Lite MC2 NA in Malaysia base model with halogens, 16 wheels, fabric seats, under RM60k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The upcoming BMW iX5 Hydrogen has reached the next development phase as it edges closer to series production and joining the G65 line-up in 2028. According to the company, the focus now is on further [] The post G65 BMW iX5 Hydrogen reaches next development phase before 2028 debut 0-100 km/h in 5s target, 750 km appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the second model in its Mythos series of ultra- exclusive, limited-production cars following the 250-unit Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed that made its debut in December 2024. What youre looking at here is the MercedesAMG CLE [] The post Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung 646 PS 4.0L biturbo V8; chassis, handling upgrades; just 30 units appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has opened registration of interest for the facelifted W223 S-Class ahead of its local launch. The company has begun notifying customers through official WhatsApp messages, which state an estimated starting price of RM950,000, [] The post 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class W223 facelift open for ROI in Malaysia - est RM950k, S450 4MATIC? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Dacia, a brand under Renault, has introduced the second-generation Spring, an A-segment electric vehicle built on the RG-EV platform that is priced from EUR17,900 (about RM85k) in Europe. Compared to its predecessor, the all-new Spring [] The post 2026 Dacia Spring debuts larger 2nd-gen EV; 82 PS, 250 km WLTP; base trim uses phone app for infotainment appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

This is a special month for Malaysia because it was on the 16th of September in 1963 that our beloved country was formed, over six years after The Federation of Malaya achieved independence on August 31, 1957. To celebrate this years Malaysia Day, Auto Bavaria invites everyone to be part [] The post Auto Bavaria KitaMalaysia Celebration special pricing, reba

Updated for the Malaysian scooter market is the 2026 Modenas Elit 150S with three product improvements, along with new colours and graphics, with pricing unchanged from 2025 at RM7,877. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and new colour schemes are Amazon Green, Glorious Black and Nardo Grey. [] The post 2026 Modenas Elit 150S updated for Malaysia, RM7,877 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Toyotas current GR line-up includes two sports coupes as well as two all-wheel drive hot hatches. Now, the company has added an entry-level racing kart that was developed to broaden hands-on access to motorsports for children and families. Called the GR Kart, it aims to address hurdles faced by those [] The post Toyota GR Kart launched in Japan entry-level 215 cc kart aimed at encouraging grassroots motorsports appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Horse Powertrain - a joint venture between Geely and Renault - has revealed the B20, a new engine that the company says is fully waterproof. Meeting IPX8 waterproofing standards, the B20 can operate up to depths of 1.1 metres and designed for extreme off-road vehicles and deep-water wading. The company [] The post Horse Powertrain reveals waterproof B20 engine - 2.0T operational even when submerged up to 1.1 metres appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Shah Alam sessions court has fined a wholesale company RM116,495 after it pleaded guilty to possessing various counterfeit goods, including 1,912 units of Perodua engine oil, two years ago, Kosmo reports. Happy Leaders Sdn [] The post Company fined RM116,495 for possessing fake Perodua engine oil, also empty bottles, labels, seal caps - report appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

MINI Malaysia has launched the new MINI Cooper S Oxford Edition, a special model that celebrates 25 years of the modern MINIs spiritual home. For some backstory, BMW acquired the MINI brand in 1994 and [] The post 2026 MINI Cooper S Oxford Edition now in Malaysia six units only; RM6k more than normal 3-Door; from RM290k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Ops Luxury continues. The Penang road transport department (JPJ) recently seized 11 luxury vehicles, including a Lamborghini Huracan, for offences including expired road tax and having no insurance, Bernama reports. "One of the more eye-catching [] The post Penang JPJ seizes 11 luxury cars including Lamborghini appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

At todays launch of the updated Volvo EX90, Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) also revealed that the ES90 has been given a number of changes following its introduction just a few months ago in January this [] The post 2027 Volvo ES90 updated in Malaysia new colours, Nappa leather, 21-inch wheels; 662 km WLTP; RM339,888 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Kajang police seized five vehicles, including a Honda motorcycle and four lorries, during a traffic enforcement operation along Jalan Hulu Langat, Kajang. The operation was conducted by the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) of [] The post Kajang police seize four lorries in heavy vehicle ops appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Road safety proponents have called for stronger enforcement against holding mobile phones or other communication devices while driving, even when the device is not being actively used, reported The Star. Malaysia could consider adopting an [] The post Wider ban needed on handheld devices while driving; legislation change would simplify enforcement - experts appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) today launched the updated Volvo EX90, well over a year after the fully electric SUV was first introduced here in April 2025. The newer version, which was shown to the world [] The post 2026 Volvo EX90 CKD launched in Malaysia - 800V, 680 PS, 617 km; RM14k less at RM429k, plus RM25k rebate appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

It's official the new Mazda CX-5 will be launched in Malaysia next month on October 8. The third-generation C-segment SUV is set to arrive more than a year after it was revealed to the [] The post 2026 Mazda CX-5 Malaysia launch Oct 8 more practical 3rd gen, 2.5L only, no physical controls, RM170k est appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Pahang road transport department (JPJ) has issued 1,447 saman and seized 197 vehicles for various offences under the Operasi Pemandu Warga Asing (Ops PeWA), which targets errant non-Malaysian drivers, Bernama reports. Conducted from June [] The post Pahang JPJ issues 1,447 saman , seizes 197 vehicles driven by foreigners - no lesen , road tax, insurance appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam has proposed a gradual ban of petrol and diesel- powered vehicles from downtown areas as part of a planned low emissions zone (LEZ) pilot programme from July 2027, reported Vietnamese [] The post Vietnam proposes gradual ban of petrol, diesel vehicles in Ho Chi Minh City low emissions zone from July 2027 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Heres a full gallery of the Mazda 3 1.5L High Plus, a variant of the fully- imported-from-Japan C-segment model that was launched in November last year. The car pictured here is the hatchback (Mazda calls this [] The post Mazda 3 1.5L High Plus gallery in Malaysia fr RM121k; RM45k cheaper than 2.0L but no sunroof, less power appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

For the fifth time this year, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has maintained the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75%. This was announced following its monetary police committee (MPC) meeting on September 3, 2026, with the [] The post Bank Negara maintains OPR at 2.75% after Sept 2026 meeting hire purchase rates likely to stay unchanged appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Faded clear coat, swirl marks, that one scratch you've learned to ignore - paint is usually the first thing to make a perfectly good car feel old. A full respray fixes all of that in [] The post Carro Care body & paint promo 30% off full car respray from RM2,100, free naxPro kit worth RM270 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Nightfall Editions of the GLA200, GLA250 and GLC43 4Matic Coup are already in Malaysia; now here's another - the Mercedes-Benz GLC350e 4Matic Coup Nightfall Edition, which asks for RM442,888, OTR before insurance. What do you [] The post Mercedes-Benz GLC350e 4Matic Coup Nightfall Edition launched in Malaysia - cosmetic Night Package, RM443k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Polestar 4 SUV makes its debut as the more practical version of the Polestar 4, the latter first revealed over three years ago. Appearing more like a lifted estate, the 4 SUV is built [] The post Polestar 4 SUV debuts up to 544 PS, 686 Nm, 630 km WLTP EV range; more practical; built in South Korea appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

After a five-year hiatus, the Mitsubishi Pajero is back with an all-new fifth generation! Built in Thailand, the new Triton-based SUV (yup, looks like we'll be calling it just the Pajero from now on and [] The post 2027 Mitsubishi Pajero unveiled - fifth-gen off-road SUV based on Triton, 7 seats, 2.4TD, 8AT, S-AWC, Multi Meter appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

The Range Rover Electric has finally made its debut, promising to be quieter, more responsive and with more torque than any Range Rover to date. According to Land Rover, the Range Rover Electric will be offered with a choice of short or long wheelbase on top of seven grade levels [] The post Range Rover Electric debuts 800V system, up to 598 km of WLTP range; available with short/long wheelbase appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

In an attempt to cut costs and improve efficiency, Volvo Cars will close its Stockholm office on March 1, 2027 and relocate responsibilities to its Gothenburg HQ, Reuters reports. The company said in a statement that it "will manage the process in close dialogue with employees and employee representatives." Concentrating [] The post Volvo Cars to close Stockholm office in March 2027 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Having previewed the car almost exactly a month ago, Proton has very quietly introduced the locally-assembled eMas 7 PHEV in Malaysia. It did so without a press release or a post to speak of, but with an updated website and pricing effective last Wednesday, August 26. A quick check with [] The post 2026 Proton eMas 7 PHEV CKD now on sale massage seats, no price difference, still from RM105,800 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Honda Malaysia today launched the updated Honda WR-V, which receives exterior and interior revisions for the 2026 model year. These are being introduced over three years after the Winsome Runabout Vehicle first went on sale here back in July 2023. To kick things off, the WR-V is now offered in [] The post 2026 Honda WR-V launched in Malaysia new 10-inch head unit, 360-degree cam, wireless charger; from RM95k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Chinas State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced last week (August 21, 2026) the largest automotive recall in the countrys history over hidden door handles that may be difficult to open in an emergency. According [] The post China recalls 4.3 million cars over hidden door handles Tesla makes up majority out of nine companies involved appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

Seputeh MP Teresa Kok has in a Facebook post yesterday urged Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to study increasing congestion in Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling and Old Klang Road. "I welcome the statement of KL mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud during a townhall session with Bangsar residents on August [] The post Teresa Kok urges DBKL to study Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling, Old Klang Road congestion, suggests double-deck road appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .