BMW Malaysia recently unveiled the updated 2024 BMW iX along with updated pricing and specifications. Here's a glimpse through live images of the refreshed electric SUV. Pricing wise, the 2024 BMW iX in xDrive50 Sport variant is priced at RM 499,000 (OTR without insurance), inclusive of the optional BMW Service & Repair Inclusive (BSRI), while the M60 variant is priced at RM 613,000. The entry xDrive40 variants have been dropped. Under the skin, the iX features a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive conf

The current focus on electric vehicles (EV) has brought out the term ‘legacy carmakers’. These are the car manufacturers everyone is familiar with like Toyota, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, etc. Now, the word ‘legacy’ carries with it a connotation of being superseded – outdated, if you will. But the car industry is a traditional one, and brand perception plays a significant role amongst car buyers. EV-only makers namely Tesla (often called disruptors), may have been a catalyst in the electrification pat

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia reckons that although Thailand appears to be ahead of the region in terms of policies to boost EV adoption and localization, Malaysia is still more or less on par. “If you are talking about localizing efforts or sales, I think both countries have an equal opportunity at the end of the day to showcase electric vehicles. I would say right now they are more or less on par, in terms of bringing more electric vehicle models, in terms of sales adoption, so let’s wait and see how

Following the tabling of Budget 2023 on Friday, BMW Group Malaysia is upbeat about the future of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Managing Director Hans de Visser says EV and green technology promotion measures outlined in Budget 2023 fits well into the company’s vision for the BMW Group in Malaysia. The following is a commentary from de Visser, released on Friday evening: -------------- The announcements from Budget 2023 tabled today signal a brand-new era for Electrified and Sustainable

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

Following Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's announcement in Budget 2022 that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) will be exempted from import, excise, and even road tax, the Managing Director of BMW Malaysia, Hans de Visser has released the following statement to the press: The announcements made at Budget 2022 marked a welcome step towards electrified mobility – one that has long been in the making for Malaysia. The government’s motion to further incentivise and support the de