The fully-imported (CBU, China) Tesla Model Y is now available in 3 new striking colours in Malaysia: Quicksilver, Stealth Grey and Ultra Red. The new hues are claimed to further accentuate the shape of the Model Y SUV and change depending on the viewing angle and light. The 3 new colours join another 2 existing optional colours which carry a premium of over the Pearl White standard colour (at no additional cost) at the following prices: Deep Blue Metallic: RM 5,000 Solid Black: RM 5,000 Quicksi

Volvo Cars is making changes to its electric vehicle lineup, part of its strategy to transition to a fully electric car manufacturer by 2030. The company has announced a streamlined and standardised approach to naming its fully electric models. The fully-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge will now be known as the EX40 and EC40 respectively. This aligns them with Volvo's other electric models: the EX30, EX90, and EM90. Note that the XC40 name will still be used for internal combustion

Tesla has just rolled out its official online store in Malaysia. This online hub now lets you put your own stamp on your Tesla experience by offering a selection of accessories and lifestyle products. Curiously, the website only lists accessories for the Tesla Model Y, with no mention of the Model 3 as of our publication time. But here's a peek at what you can get for your Model Y: Glass Roof Sunshade - RM 570 Centre Console Trays - RM 250 Pet Liner - RM 680 All-Weather Rear Trunk Liner - RM 730

The first Tesla Supercharger in Malaysia, located at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, is now online. This marks a significant move following the establishment of Tesla Malaysia in July, signalling the company's commitment to sustainable energy transition. The Pavilion KL Supercharging station is equipped with 8 Superchargers. Integration with the Tesla vehicle and mobile app streamlines the charging process, enabling features like remote battery preconditioning and real-time monitoring of charging status

The government has no intention of gradually ending the Approved Permits (AP) for imported vehicles, according to Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. The system remains in effect even though the government allowed Tesla, to sell cars in the country without the usual AP requirements for imported cars. Also read: Initial network of Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia to cover 10 locations from Penang to Johor "We have not discussed this (abolishing t

Hyundai's Indonesian operations are gearing up to produce and sell the funky Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric vehicle (EV) in the country, according to a report by Otodriver.com. Sources close to Otodriver mention that the EV SUV is touted to begin Indonesian production next year. Targeted production numbers are 1,000 units in 2022, and 1,500 units in 2023. However, it is still unclear whether the model will be fully locally-manufactured or just assembled (CKD) in the archipelago. Also read: Hyundai to