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While other car makers are concerned about slowing sales amidst geopolitical tensions and rising inflation, Toyota is actively working towards selling fewer cars this year and next. The reason? Its record-breaking pace is taking a toll on Toyota employees and suppliers, and the company now wants to slow down, take a zen moment to observe its surroundings, before thinking about its next steps. In the last financial year ending March 2024, Toyota Motor doubled its profit to 2.73 trillion Yen (~RM
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) is extending their support for Malaysia’s ‘Push for Net Zero’ goal by presenting four fully electric EQ models to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI). Elaborating on the objective of providing these electric Mercedes-Benzes for use by MITI representatives, MBM said, “This initiative provides the Ministry and its agencies an opportunity to experience the luxury and electric technology of Mercedes-Benz, as a conduit to achieve its "Push for Net Zero"
Porsche announced that its upcoming all-new fourth-gen Porsche Cayenne will only be available with a fully electric (BEV) powertrain but the current third-gen will not be discontinued. Instead, the Stuttgart outfit announced plans that its hybrid- and petrol-powered variants will continue being on sale up to and beyond 2030. “The Cayenne has always defined the sports car in its segment. In the middle of the decade, the fourth generation will set standards in the segment as an electric SUV,” says
SpeedFest 2024, held on the 13th and 14th of July at KL Base, Sungai Besi, concluded with an outstanding showcase of over 1,000 cars and over 50,000 visitors over the 2-day long weekend event. The highlight of the Speedfest 2024 was undoubtedly the thrilling drift taxi rides, with 30 exhilarating rides offered to attendees. The Petronas' sponsored drift class, coached by the skilled drivers from Team Syntium, also saw significant participation, with 40 visitors signing up for the exciting drift
Imagine a convoy of media folks, a fleet of Proton X90s, and a road trip for a durian feast. That’s how Proton rolled out the red carpet. The day was kicked off early with a breakfast. After fuelling up, we gathered for a briefing on the Proton X90 and the day’s driving plan. Each car was loaded with four media reps, ensuring everyone had ample time behind the wheel. Planned driver swaps at checkpoints meant we could all experience the Proton X90. From the moment the Proton X90 rolled, it showed
While China remained the world’s largest car consumer last year, sales of new vehicles in the country have slowed down in recent years. To boost sales of new passenger vehicles, particularly plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs), the Chinese government began introducing subsidies under a scrappage program in late April. Still, retail sales of new passenger vehicles which include sedans, crossovers, SUVs, and MPVs dropped for the third straight month in June. According to t
Proton recently performed a groundbreaking ceremony for new additions to its stamping facilities in Tanjung Malim. Known as stamping E- and F-Line, the new lines will expand the volume of parts stamping at Proton’s Tanjung Malim plant as it prepares to relocate production of the Proton Saga from Shah Alam by 2026. The Shah Alam plant currently only produces the Proton Saga following the discontinuation of the Proton Exora last year. The other Proton models are built at the Tanjung Malim facility
Following Puspakom's recent announcement that it will have to comply with the Inland Revenue Board's (LHDN) move to adopt e-invoicing, many car companies and dealers are bracing for a slowdown in sales of imported cars (CBU), especially battery EVs (BEVs), pick-up trucks, and reconditioned (recon) cars. As with any change in processes, a temporary slowdown in sales is expected in the near term due to the period of adjustment required for phasing in a new system. This should improve in the coming
The recent Puspakom ruling change requiring owners and companies to provide their Tax Identification Number (TIN) before conducting any service transactions has resulted in an abrupt influx of appointments, already causing delays in vehicle deliveries – particularly fully imported (CBU) BEVs, pick-up trucks, and recon cars. Earlier this week, Puspakom announced that starting 25 July 2024, all customers must provide a Tax Identification Number (TIN) for all service transactions via the MyPuspakom
Following its public Malaysian debut at the 2024 Malaysian Autoshow, Intro Synergy Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Neta vehicles in Malaysia has launched the Neta X fully electric (BEV) SUV. Fully imported (CBU) from China, the Neta X is available in Malaysia in three variants: Neta X 400 Comfort – RM 119,888 Neta X 400 Luxury – RM 127,888 Neta X 500 Luxury – RM 135,888 The Neta X comes with an 8-year/180,000-km battery warranty, whichever comes first. All three variants look similar and are po
After delays with its initial Vietnamese distributor, BYD made its launch into the Southeast Asian country this week with an aggressive sales network expansion. BYD Vietnam expects to open ten 4S outlets in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and 5 other provinces across the country by the end of July. It plans to expand to 100 4S stores across Vietnam within 3 years. Three models are being offered in Vietnam which are the BYD Dolphin, BYD Atto 3, and BYD Seal. The cheapest BYD model, the Dolphin GLX start
In March 2022, Porsche announced an ambitious goal of having half of its 2025 global sales to be contributed either by plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) or battery EVs (BEVs), and for BEV sales contribution to reach 80% by 2030. Now, Porsche is reframing that target, saying that the 80% goal still stands but only if factors like market demand and infrastructure can support the goal. "The transition to electric cars is taking longer than we thought five years ago," Porsche said in a statement to Reuters. "
At the ongoing 2024 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), Citroen Indonesia announced that it will begin local assembly (CKD) of the Citroen e-C3 battery electric vehicle (BEV) in August. This is followed by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony by representatives of Stellantis and the Indomobil Group. The SUV-esque BEV hatchback will be assembled at PT National Assemblers’ facility in Purwakarta. Citroen in Indonesia is distributed by the Indomobil Group which also
Starting today 25-July 2024, Puspakom will be adopting e-invoicing for all transactions. The move also means that private individuals and companies who wish to buy and sell cars are now required to provide their tax identification number (TIN). The obvious question now is what about individuals who are not taxpayers? In such cases, Puspakom has clarified that in such cases, the individual's IC number can still be used. “To further clarify, for individuals, their TIN is actually the same as their
Sime Darby Berhad and Porsche Malaysia have announced the completed expansion of Porsche’s assembly facility at Inokom in Kulim, Kedah. The upgraded facility is now expanded to 11,000 square metres to accomodate the increased capacity and a new assembly line, to produce the Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupe; the first Malaysian-assembled Porsche to be exported to Thailand. It is also the first time a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is assembled at the facility. Note that the new Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid
Fuel price movements in Malaysia from 25- to 31-July 2024 are as follows: Fuel Price Update 25- to 31-July 2024 RON 95 RM 2.05 RON 97 RM 3.47 RON 100 RM 5.00 Shell V-Power RM 6.20 Diesel EURO 5 B10 RM 3.35 Diesel EURO 5 B7 RM 3.55 Follow fuel price live updates: Petrol Price Malaysia
Meeting one’s heroes usually leads to disappointment as sometimes what they appear may not turn out as you expected. This applies to many supercars that graced our bedroom walls and desktop wallpapers which looked cool but are an absolute chore to handle. Some might argue that few can afford the likes of a Lamborghini, Ferrari, Bugatti, or Pagani and these fantasy cars are simply out there to bewilder people with their looks and visceral noises. Still, you might feel sorely disappointed with the
Honda Malaysia reached a significant milestone today by delivering the 170,000th Civic and the 150,000th HR-V in Malaysia. A special car handover ceremony was held at Honda Botanic Auto Mall Sdn. Bhd. to commemorate this achievement with the new owners of these models. Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Hironobu Yoshimura expressed gratitude to customers for their continued support and trust in the Honda brand. The Civic, now in its 11th generation, has been the Non
Mazda has filed a trademark application for a new logo, found on the Japanese trademark site Chizai Watch. Although Mazda has not officially unveiled the new logo, its discovery on the trademark site suggests that a rebranding effort is underway. The new Mazda logo is a two-dimensional, black-and-white design that maintains the iconic winged "M" but removes the previous texture and depth. This shift aligns Mazda with other brands that have recently simplified their logos to create cleaner, more
Malaysia’s new car market is heading towards a difficult period, and sales are slowing faster than official figures suggest. The topline figures by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) may show a 7% increase in sales in the first half of 2024, to 390,296 units, but most of the heavy lifting were done by just two brands – Perodua, which grew 17% (169,849 units), and Honda, which grew 16% (over 39,200 units). Putting aside low-base effect of low-volume brands like Tesla and BYD (4,368 units,
MINI Malaysia has launched a new initiative to enhance customer experience by introducing the first cohort of MINI Geniuses. Six MINI Geniuses have been trained and deployed to six different dealerships across Malaysia to offer personalised care and guidance to MINI customers. Benjamin Nagel, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia, stated, “Purchasing a new vehicle is a deeply personal experience. With MINI Geniuses, our customers will receive expert guidance and personalized attention, ensurin
With the discontinuation of the Proton Exora, the Proton X90 has essentially become the MPV’s indirect replacement in the 3-row vehicle segment. Still, P1’s parent has a suitable candidate to succeed the Exora in the form of the Geely Jiaji. The VF11 Jiaji has been on sale in China since 2019 and saw an extensive makeover in 2022 with a new design and a tweaked name, the Jiaji L. However, sales of the Jiaji have been abysmal even in MPV-crazy China with only a mere 538 units sold in the first ha
While Proton’s new electric-only sub-brand, Proton e.Mas has not revealed what its first model is at its launch announcement in June, it has been widely speculated it could be based on the Geely Galaxy E5. Recently though, the CEO of Proton’s subsidiary, Pro-Net dropped some not-so-subtle hints on this rumour on social media. Via his WeChat, CEO Zhang Qiang shared the confirmation launch date of the Geely Galaxy E5 in China which will be on 3 August. In Chinese, he wrote “Proton e.MAS coming soo
Come one, come all, as Malaysia’s crème de la crème of Gran Turismo 7 racers will take it to the virtual track this weekend (27- to 28-July 2024), battling it out in a bid to be crowned the 2024 Toyota Gazoo Racing GT Cup Season 7 Champion, and all the spoils that come along with it. Happening at the Sunway University Campus and free for the public to attend (or watch online), the event will begin with semi-final races on 27-July, before the top 10 compete for the RM 120,500 prize pool on Sunday
Cars today are more than just a mode of transport; they signify our success, goals, and aspirations. Owning a vehicle also reflects our lifestyle choices - from a peppy city hatchback to rugged SUVs - the type of car we drive symbolises what we enjoy in life, making it an extension of our identity. As more and more Malaysians indulge in active lifestyles and hobbies such as surfing, camping, rock climbing, and cycling. Many buyers may seek a car that offers space and practicality suited to accom
To be honest, I had a lot of apprehensions when I approached the Lexus LBX for the first time. With prices ranging from RM 238,888 (entry Premium variant) to RM 270,388 (Luxury variant, with two-tone paint), the LBX is asking for a lot of money for what’s essentially a more luxurious interpretation of a B-segment Mazda CX-3 sort of vehicle. Its engine? A 3-cylinder 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle Dynamic Force two-motor full hybrid (M15A-FXE). Will a brief drive from Mutiara Damansara to Janda Baik pee
The Lexus LBX has finally launched in Malaysia, coming fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Two variants are offered, as below: Lexus LBX price in Malaysia, OTR w/o ins. Variant Price LBX Premium Single Tone RM 238,888 LBX Premium Dual Tone RM 240,388 LBX Luxury Single Tone RM 268,888 LBX Luxury Dual Tone RM 270,388 For comparison, a Mercedes-Benz GLA starts at RM 258,888, while the BMW X1 starts at RM 265,700. However this is just for reference, because the Lexus LBX sits one segment lower, riding
Remember when we were kids and envisioned the 2020s filled with flying cars and advanced technology? Well, today, the cars are still strictly on the ground and those advanced technologies might require some over-the-air (OTA) updates to activate it. Customers who ordered the Volvo EX90, the fully electric (BEV) flagship SUV replacement to the XC90, could receive their cars without some key features. Software issues have plagued the EX90 with its launch delayed for 2 years. According to a list pr
Puspakom has announced that starting 25-July 2024, all customers must provide a Tax Identification Number (TIN) for all service transactions via MyPuspakom and at its branches nationwide. This new requirement aligns with the Inland Revenue Board’s (IRB) implementation of the forthcoming electronic invoicing (e-invoice) system, scheduled to begin in August 2024. "This step aims to streamline and enhance the national taxation system, promoting transparency in financial and tax matters," Puspakom s
Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA), the equivalent of the Road Transport Department (JPJ) of Malaysia, announced that registration of new diesel passenger cars and taxis will be discontinued from 1 January 2025. The cessation of new diesel cars in Singapore was first announced in 2021 as part of the city island state’s vision for all vehicles to run on cleaner energy by 2040. However, the new regulations do not cover diesel-powered commercial vehicles including vans, pickups, light truck
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