Malaysia’s tax exemption (import and excise duty) for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) will expire as planned on 31-December 2025, and BEV manufacturers are encouraged to invest in local production, said Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Minister of Investment, Trade & Industry, at the launch of the BYD Seal this morning. Tengku Zafrul said sales of BEVs have increased by more than four folds last year, from around 3,000 units in 2022 to 13,000 units in 2023. “I believe BYD’s brand registered the h

The Tesla Model Y is living up to its reputation as the big disruptor. At RM 199,000, Tesla is giving you an electric SUV with sports cars territory performance, for less money than a 3-cylinder BMW 218i. We are talking 347 PS and 420 Nm, sub-7 seconds 0-100 km/h. But performance is just one part of the appeal. Tesla's software integration is easily 5 years ahead of anyone else. Unlike other EVs, Tesla's Supercharger charging network is integrated into the car's navigation, so you don't even nee

During its near decade of sale, the first-generation Perodua Axia served as the default city car for Malaysians whether it was their first new car purchase or just a secondary car. More than half a million were sold in the country and the first Axia is one of the most popular models in Malaysia and for Perodua too. While the all-new D74A Axia is many leaps ahead of its predecessor, some might be a bit put off by the higher starting price. For those who wanted a used car that is still within thei

Next-gen Agya/Ayla may receive updated 1.2-litre WA-VE engine To be launched in Malaysia first as the next-gen Axia as early as 2023 1.2-litre unit is already offered on outgoing Agya/Ayla in Indonesia The Perodua Axia is the most affordable brand-new car on sale in Malaysia and is one of Perodua’s best-sellers. Even though it has been on sale for 8 years, sales have been strong due to the lack of competition. However, it is due for a brand-new update and as reported before, Malaysia’s No.1 auto

Effective 15-June until 31-December 2020, the government will completely waive the 10 percent sales tax for locally-assembled (CKD) cars. Imported cars will still need to pay sales tax, but only at half of the original rate, at 5 percent. Some companies like Perodua have since announced that they will be absorbing the sales tax from today 15-June. Many banks have also reduced their interest rates. Whether should you buy a car now or not is a different topic altogether. There’s a Malay saying “Uk

(Perodua Axia 2019 | Gallery) New Perodua Axia 2019 is an A-segment hatchback that was introduced in Malaysian back in 2014. Now for 2019, it has been upgraded with electronic stability control and autonomous emergency braking (ASA 2.0) - the cheapest new car in Malaysia these features. How Much Is the new Perodua Axia 2019? Prices start from RM 24,090 for the base ‘driving school’ E manual. Being a ‘driving school’ spec means that this is as barebones as it gets; forget niceties like a radio or