After revising (and reducing) the road tax for battery EVs (BEVs) in Malaysia, the Ministry of Transport will work towards issuing standardized number plates for BEVs. “We will first introduce a special plate, not special number, but a special plate to differentiate between BEVs and ICE (internal combustion engine) cars,” said Transport Minister Anthony Loke. “The plate will be issued by the car manufacturer. We are working with the car manufacturers. We have decided on the materials to use, and

Hans

Jun 4, 2024

The new road tax structure for battery EVs (BEVs) announced today will be enforced starting 1-January 2026. According to Transport Minister Anthony Loke, the new road tax structure is about 85% cheaper than the amount levied on an equivalent combustion engine model, outlier models aside. The new power output-based road tax structure will see the cheapest BYD Dolphin Standard Range (70 kW) paying just RM 40, while the more powerful 150 kW Extended Range variant will pay RM 160. Prior to this, the

Hans

Jun 4, 2024

Hyundai Motors Indonesia has begun accepting pre-orders for the Hyundai Kona Electric with an estimated price of IDR 500 million (around RM 144k). Woojune Cha, President Director of PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia, said, "The all-new Kona Electric is the first EV in Indonesia to use locally produced batteries. We are confident that this new product will further solidify Hyundai's position as a pioneer and leader in the Indonesian EV market, continually driving the acceleration of electrification in

Shaun

Jun 4, 2024

The Road Transport Department (JPJ), via the Ministry of Transport, has announced the new, revised road tax (legally it’s called Motor Vehicle License fee) rates for battery EVs (BEVs). Under the new structure, BEVs with power output of less than 100 kW is capped at RM 70. The first 50 kW will cost RM 20. Since every 9.9 kW will add RM 10, the 60th and 70th kW will add another RM 20 to the Dolphin's road tax. This means that owners of the entry BYD Dolphin Standard Range (70 kW motor) will pay a

Hans

Jun 4, 2024

Bridgestone Tyre Sales Sdn. Bhd., a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, has announced the opening of its new Bridgestone Premium store in Sunway. Partnering with long-standing dealer Apex Tyre & Car Care Sdn. Bhd., this new store offers premium tyres and comprehensive automotive services. Situated in the Bandar Sunway area, the Bridgestone Premium store aims to set a new standard in automotive retail. The facility is equipped to handle a wide array of services for vehicles ranging from standa

Shaun

Jun 4, 2024