Puspakom Sdn Bhd (Puspakom) has reaffirmed its commitment to integrity and professional conduct following a recent court ruling involving defamatory statements made against one of its vehicle inspectors. The statement refers to a Sessions Court decision delivered on 22 April 2026 in Batu Pahat, which involved defamatory remarks made via a social media livestream. According []

Huawei has launched its FusionSolar9.0 Smart PV & ESS solution in Malaysia, marking a shift from conventional solar systems to intelligent, grid- stabilising and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven energy infrastructure. According to Huawei, the latest solution is aimed at supporting Malaysias transition towards more intelligent, resilient and sustainable energy systems. Unlike traditional solar setups that primarily focus []

Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) has officially opened the order books for its upcoming high-performance EV models, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Ioniq 6 N. Taking place at the opening day of Penang Autoshow 2026, the company has also revealed the estimated pricing for both models, which will mark the official arrival of the Hyundai []

West Coast Expressway (WCE) is now PayDirect enabled and it is said to be the first end-to-end interstate highway to do so. With PayDirect, WCE highway users can enjoy seamless toll payment as the toll charges are deducted directly from their TNG eWallet account. As long as your TNG eWallet balance is sufficient, you don't []

For this coming Labour Day holiday weekend, JomCharge x DBKL are offering 50% discount for EV charging in Kepong. With this promo, you can enjoy DC charging for as low as RM0.70 per kWh. This 50% discount is applicable at two street- level EV charging locations in Bandar Menjalara. One is located at Kepong Artisan Frame, []

Volvo Car Malaysia has released a limited batch of 100 Volvo Selekt Certified Used Cars nationwide, with prices starting from RM153,000. The lineup includes a mix of vehicles including EVs such as the Volvo EX30 and EX90. According to Volvo Car Malaysia, these units are sourced directly from Volvo Car Malaysias corporate fleet and authorised []

Protons new energy vehicle subsidiary, Pro-Net, has revealed a new colourway for the Proton e.MAS 5 called Jade Green. The unveiling took place at the ongoing Penang Autoshow 2026. With the addition of e.MAS 5 Jade Green means that each e.MAS family member now has its own green option. Specifically, there is the Emerald Green []

Samsung has announced expanded integration between its SmartThings platform and new smart home devices from IKEA, allowing users to connect and control IKEAs latest Matter-enabled products more easily. According to the Korean electronics giant, SmartThings now supports 25 IKEA smart home devices that use the Matter-over-Thread standard. This includes smart bulbs, plugs, sensors and a []

TNG Digital has announced that it will discontinue Quick Payment and Auto Reload features for debit cards on the TNG eWallet starting 13 May 2026. The change affects users who rely on debit cards for automatic top-ups and seamless payments. TNG eWallet users who currently use credit card for Quick Payment and Auto Reload are []

This post is brought to you by HONOR. The HONOR 600 Pro might look familiar at first glance, but its not the phone you think it is. From a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset built on 3nm for flagship-level performance, to a massive 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery designed for multi-day use, and next-gen AI features like AI []

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has started issuing summonses for vehicles found hogging designated EV charging bays. This follows repeated complaints about vehicles occupying street-level chargers deployed by charge point operators such as JomCharge, in collaboration with DBKL. These street-level EV chargers are meant to expand charging access and support the growing adoption of EVs []

Shopee has announced a new RM150 million initiative aimed at supporting Malaysian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with a mix of short- term assistance and longer-term capability building. The newly announced Shopee Lindung Niaga programme focuses on easing operational pressures while helping businesses remain competitive over time. According to Shopee, the initiative is structured around []

This post is brought to you by iQOO. iQOO Malaysia has announced that it will be bringing its latest iQOO Z series devices, the iQOO Z11 5G and iQOO Z11x 5G, into the Malaysian market. In fact, pre-booking is now open with complimentary gifts worth up to RM516 on offer. What's new with the iQOO []

BMW Group Malaysia has officially revealed the pricing for the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport, a long-wheelbase version of its compact electric SAV that was first shown locally back in January 2026. The new iX1 L focuses on improved rear passenger space thanks to its stretched wheelbase, while retaining its fully electric setup and delivering []

BMW has officially unveiled the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase at Auto China 2026 in Beijing. This fully electric SUV offers extended legroom, additional features and design tweaks to adapt to the mainland Chinese market. It is based on BMWs Neue Klasse EV platform, featuring an 800V architecture that boasts faster charging speeds and over 900km []

Zeekr's flagship MPV, the 009 has gotten a significant technology upgrade in mainland China. This comes after the MPV was previously updated to 800V architecture. While the overall design remains mostly unchanged, the Zeekr 009 for 2026 now gets more performance and has faster charging thanks to a newer 900V architecture. On top of that, []

Gentari is introducing an off-peak charging trial that offers cheaper DC Charging at selected locations. The campaign runs from 30th April to 30th May 2026, with discounted pricing automatically applied during quieter hours after midnight. According to Gentari, the move to introduce off-peak charging is aimed at improving EV charger availability by encouraging usage during []

JomCharge x DBKL street-level EV charger deployment continues and the latest location is in Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. For this location, they have deployed a total of four EV charging bays in front of McDonald's Sri Petaling which consists of both AC and DC charge points, up to 90kW. As part of its opening promo, []

This post is brought to you by Nissan. For many Malaysian families, the idea of switching to an electric vehicle (EV) is tempting but comes with a familiar set of questions. Where is the nearest charger? How long will we have to wait? What if were heading back to our hometown and the stations are []

Besides deploying more DC Chargers in Penang Island in partnership with MBPP, Gentari has just turned on its biggest EV charging hub yet on the island. They have turned on not one, not two but three 180kW DC Chargers in a single location at Bayan Baru. With a total of 6x DC charge points, this []

BMW has officially revealed the updated 7th generation BMW 7 Series (G70), and this isnt your typical mid-cycle refresh. Following the launch of the BMW iX3 and i3, BMW has upgraded its flagship with the latest Neue Klasse technologies. After all, the German brand aims to launch 40 new and updated BMW models by the []

Aside from the big boss Find X9 Ultra, Oppo Malaysia has also introduced another member of its flagship smartphone series, the Oppo Find X9s. On paper, this phone is very similar to the vanilla Find X9 that launched in August last year (2025), with the exception of its chipset, colour options, and, oddly, its slightly []

The Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro have finally made their launch in Malaysia, making us among the first global markets to receive the devices. Aside from their suspiciously familiar design, these smartphones are successors to the Honor 400 series and offer upgrades in performance, camera, batte

First announced in 2022, Apple has finally rolled out Tap to Pay on iPhone in Malaysia. This feature essentially allows merchants to easily transform an iPhone into an NFC contactless payment terminal without additional hardware. Tap to Pay on iPhone supports MyDebit, Visa, and Mastercard as well as American Express, UnionPay, and JCB. Merchants can []

Huawei has officially launched the MatePad Mini in Malaysia, positioning it as a compact tablet that combines portability with productivity features. Featuring an 8.8 PaperMatte display in a ultra-thin 5.2mm form factor, this is essentially Huawei's answer to the iPad Mini. As part of its launch promo, Huawei Malaysia is offering freebies worth over RM2,000 []

Oppo has finally and officially pulled the curtain off its latest ultra- flagship smartphone the Oppo Find X9 Ultra. Its headlining feature is, of course, the four Hasselblad cameras at the back, featuring some industry firsts. Oppo Find X9 Ultra Malaysia: Pricing and availability Pre-orders are open until 7 May 2026, with free gifts and []

ChargEV has a new EV charger location in Ipoh located at Sunway Lost World Hotel in Tambun. The location offers a total of 3 charging bays with a combination of AC and DC charge points. As part of its opening promo, ChargEV is offering 20% discount when you charge your EV here for a limited []

Apple has announced a major leadership transition, with Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tim Cook set to become Executive Chairman effective 1 September 2026. Cook was the CEO at Apple for 15 years after succeeding Steve Jobs back in August 2011. Apple's current Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering John Ternus will take over as CEO []

Zeekr has introduced the Zeekr 8X, a new high-performance flagship SUV positioned alongside the Zeekr 9X as part of its dual-flagship lineup. This is a hybrid AWD SUV built on Geelys SEA-S architecture and powered by what the company calls its Super Electric Power (SEP) Hybrid System. According to Zeekr, the 8X is designed to []

Xiaomi has launched its latest budget smartphone the Redmi A7 Pro here in Malaysia. Despite sporting an affordable starting price of RM399, this device boasts interesting specs such as a 6.9 120Hz display and a huge 6,000mAh battery. Redmi A7 Pro Malaysia: Pricing and availability The Redmi A7 Pro is offered in two []

A group of civil society organisations (CSOs) and individuals has issued a joint letter urging the Malaysian government to withdraw its proposed ban on social media access for children under 16. The letter, addressed to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, acknowledges concerns over the impact of social media on children but argues that a blanket ban []

Malaysias EV policy is back in focus, following growing debate over the conditions surrounding BYDs local assembly plans in Tanjung Malim which is supposed to start this year. While the headlines may point to a single Chinese brand, the issue goes much deeper. In this episode of Lets Talk About, Amin and Alex unpack whats []

Ryt Bank says it has surpassed 1.2 million users in just over seven months since its launch in August 2025, positioning itself as one of the fastest- growing digital banks in Malaysia. According to the digital bank backed by YTL Power International and Sea Limited, it has processed over 25 million transactions to date, with monthly []

EVPower has deployed a new DC Charger located at JJ Food Court in Taman Johor Jaya. As part of its opening promo, EV users can enjoy 50% discount for EV charging at this new location until the end of this month. Like other EVPower locations, you can activate the charger without using any apps. Equipped []

At RM35,888, the newly unveiled OSIM uDreamAI massage chair is priced just RM2,700 shy of a brand-new Perodua Axia G. It is a fascinating study in modern consumer priorities: for the price of a reliable hatchback that can ferry four adults through a thunderstorm, OSIM is offering a stationary "Well-Being Chair" that promises to ferry []

The Malaysian government is set to review the conditions imposed on electric vehicle (EV) companies looking to establish local assembly in the country. This comes following recent concerns that current policies on CKD EVs are seen to be too restrictive, which makes it hard for brands to move forward. It was reported last month that []

U Mobiles enterprise arm, U Business, has completed a Proof of Concept (PoC) with Qualcomm and City-Link Express to test high-value air cargo tracking using a 5G-IoT architecture. The initiative integrates U Mobiles ULTRA IoT connectivity solution for enterprises with Qualcomms Terrestrial Positioning Service (TPS) technology to enable real-time tracking and monitoring of shipments across []

Sarawak state government is offering 25% discount for all domestic electricity users in the state from April to December 2026. The discount was announced alongside other measures to help people cope with the rising cost of living due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Other measures announced by the state government include increasing []

If you have a teenager at home, their digital world just changed. Meta has officially begun rolling out Teen Accounts across Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger in Malaysia. For most of us, keeping up with our childrens online lives has felt like a losing game of catch-up, but this update represents a fundamental shift: instead of []

As Malaysia continues to expand its EV charging infrastructure, Finland-based charging solutions provider Kempower says that the focus should shift from simply deploying more chargers to ensuring they are actually used efficiently. The company says that while EV adoption is gaining momentum across Southeast Asia, long-term success for charge point operators (CPOs) depends heavily on []