At its launch in 2021, the Hyundai Kona Electric became Malaysia’s cheapest BEV, with prices starting around RM 150k. However, since then, a salvo of newer BEV models have undercut it, arriving at the minimum price threshold of RM 100k set by the Government. The 3 main models in this price bracket currently are the BYD Dolphin, Neta V and the recently introduced MG4 EV. However, browsing WapCar’s new Cars for Sale page reveals several pre-owned 2022 model-year Hyundai Kona Electrics starting at

Hyundai will be unveiling its first all-electric (EV) N model, the Ioniq 5 N at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, taking place in the UK from 13-July to 16-july. Hyundai says it has fused its Electrified-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) with N’s motorsport-bred technologies and expertise to maximize the Ioniq 5 N’s high performance capabilities and ensure it meets N’s three pillars of N performance: Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability and Everyday Sportscar. Till Wartenberg, Vice President and Head

Orders for the BYD Atto 3 have surpassed 1,000 units within 10 days since its launch in Malaysia. Sime Darby Motors Malaysia, the official distributor of BYD Auto in Malaysia, congratulated its 1,000th customer via social media channels. Arriving as fully-imported (CBU) units, prices for the BYD Atto 3 start from RM 149,800 for the Standard variant, and RM 167,800 for the Extended variant. Also read: BYD Atto 3 launched in Malaysia; priced from RM 150k, X50-sized EV SUV, up to 480 km range The c

The current import and excise tax exemptions for battery electric vehicles (battery EVs) is set to expire by 31-December 2023. The Malaysia Automotive Association (MAA) is of the opinion that the exemption period, which was announced in Budget 2022, is too short to see any meaningful investments into EVs. “We seek extension of full import and excise tax exemption for CBU EVs while the market is preparing for the growth of EVs in Malaysia. We hope there will be incentives for up to 10 years,” sai

Tax-free price for Nissan Leaf is RM 168.8k, valid until 31-December 2023 Social media posts claiming RM 145k selling price is not true Currently only available for subscription, via GoCar Subs Sole authorized Nissan distributor in Malaysia, Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM), has confirmed that the tax-free price for Nissan Leaf is RM 168.8k (detailed pricing to be updated on their website soon), down from its earlier price of RM 181,263. The circa RM 12k reduction is made after Malaysia’s Budget 20

We’ve just spent a few moments with the BMW iX to bring you some detailed photos, such as the engine bay. If you’ve tried Googling photos of the BMW iX’s engine bay, you would only be able to see a BMW iX with a cut-out on the bonnet, none in which the bonnet is actually open with a view inside. There’s a good reason for it, BMW discourages users from opening the bonnet as there are no user serviceable items within the bay. And let’s face it, the vast majority of new car owners rarely open their