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Honda e:N1 launched in Malaysia - 204 PS/310 Nm EV HR-V with 412 km WLTP range; one variant, RM149,900 - paultan.org
Honda Malaysia has launched its first all-electric vehicle in the country, with the e:N1 making its official debut earlier this morning. The B-segment SUV, which was first shown here last December at the Kuala Lumpur […]
Geely Galaxy Starship 7 to be CKD in Thailand – what happened to Proton being ASEAN production hub? - paultan.org
Some news from up north – Geely Thonburi, the distributor for Geely vehicles in Thailand, has announced plans to sell the new Galaxy Starship 7 in the Land of Smiles, according to Headlight Magazine. This […]
2026 Toyota C-HR returns to the US – now an e-TNGA-based EV with 338 hp, AWD, up to 467 km range - paultan.org
The Toyota C-HR is making a return to the United States several years after the nameplate was discontinued at the end of 2022. Set to debut for the 2026 model year, the all-new, e-TNGA-based C-HR […]
Maxim Malaysia issues statement on order by APAD to cease e-hailing operations; in talks with authorities - paultan.org
In response to news of e-hailing providers InDrive and Maxim having received letters from the land public transport agency (APAD) for allegedly illegal operation, Maxim Malaysia has issued an official media statement to paultan.org on […]
Cycle & Carriage launches upgraded Mercedes-Benz Batu Caves - 2S centre with new retail brand presence - paultan.org
Cycle & Carriage has unveiled its newly upgraded Mercedes-Benz 2S centre located in Batu Caves, now featuring the latest retail brand presence that focuses on improving customer touchpoints, seamless digital integration and streamlined processes across […]
Honda CR-V comes to Gran Turismo 7 - update 1.59 also adds Suzuki Carry, Ferrari 812, C5 Corvette Z06 - paultan.org
Since its launch in March 2022, Gran Turismo 7 has received a series of updates that add new cars to the roster. In addition to exotics and performance models, these updates also introduce relatively “normal” […]
iCaur Malaysia welcomes its first 11 dealer partners – 03 EV launching in Q3 2025; 2 variants, fr RM145k est - paultan.org
During the launch of the iCaur brand in Malaysia, it was also announced that the brand had signed its first eleven dealer partners. In the coming months, more are expected to join the network as […]
Honda e:N1 review - first drive report of the 204 PS/310 Nm, 412 km WLTP all-electric HR-V - paultan.org
It’s tough being a legacy Japanese carmaker these days, what with a plethora of new models springing forth in every possible manner from Chinese players, swarming the market at speeds that sometimes defy belief. While […]
Zeekr 009 Executive spec update – EV MPV gets dual-chamber air suspension; FWD, 604 km WLTP; RM310k - paultan.org
Following the introduction of the Zeekr 009 Executive last week, Zeekr Malaysia has now announced that the base variant of the electric MPV has been updated to feature dual-chamber air suspension instead of the previous […]
Malaysia's low public transport usage, more registered cars than driver population worries DPM Ahmad Zahid - paultan.org
Malaysia’s low usage of public transport and high number of vehicles on the road is putting a heavy burden on infrastructure and will affect the quality of life of the rakyat, says deputy prime minister […]
2025 Fiat 500 Hybrid shown – 500e EV gets reengineered with petrol engine and manual gearbox! - paultan.org
It will be no surprise to anyone that the Fiat 500e, released in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, hasn’t been selling well. In fact, sales have become so poor that production at the Mirafiori plant […]
MARii introduces Next Generation Vehicle (NxGV) Labelling Scheme - autonomous level, FC, emissions - paultan.org
The Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) has officially launched the Voluntary Next Generation Vehicle (NxGV) Labelling Scheme. Described as a milestone initiative under the National Automotive Policy 2020 (NAP2020) aimed at accelerating Malaysia’s […]
2025 Royal Enfield Bear 650 and Classic 650 launched in Malaysia, pricing starts from RM34,500 - paultan.org
Royal Enfield Bear 650 Two Four Nine Getting its official launch at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 are the 2025 Royal Enfield Bear 650 and Royal Enfield Classic 650, with pricing starting from RM34,500. There are […]
Malaysian fuel prices May 2025 week 3 – RON97 down 3 sen to RM3.07/litre; diesel down 3 sen, RM2.77/litre - paultan.org
Another Wednesday, which means it’s time once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, with the ministry of finance having announced fuel retail prices for the coming week of May 15 to 21, […]
Mitsubishi 7-seater SUV to be launched this year; next-gen Xpander, Pajero Sport coming to ASEAN - paultan.org
The Mitsubishi DST Concept, shown in the Philippines in October, is set to go into production this year, the Japanese carmaker has confirmed. The news was announced during the company’s presentation of its full-year financial […]
Top 20 EV models in April 2025 – Proton eMas 7 stays top, Denza D9 outsells 009, X9; Seal beats Model 3 - paultan.org
Referring to the latest vehicle registration data released by the road transport department (JPJ), the Proton eMas 7 was the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) in Malaysia in April 2025, continuing the dominance it has held […]
Honda offering up to RM2k rewards for parents in the No.1 Non-National SUV campaign - CR-V and HR-V - paultan.org
This is the season to appreciate our parents for their decades of love and sacrifice. Or if you’re a parent, and your life is entirely focused on the wellbeing and future of your children, perhaps […]
Nissan to cut 20,000 jobs, close more plants as it posts RM19.6bil loss – new Skyline being developed - paultan.org
Just when you thought things couldn’t get any worse for Nissan, they have – the Japanese carmaker posted a net loss of 670.9 billion yen (RM19.6 billion) for the fiscal year 2024, ending March 31, […]
Top 20 brands in April 2025 – Perodua on top, Proton second; BYD sixth; Mercedes-Benz ahead of BMW - paultan.org
Perodua continues to lead other brands in terms of vehicle registrations for the month of April 2025. Data from the road transport department (JPJ) revealed the local carmaker sold 27,371 units last month, which brings […]
2025 Mitsubishi Triton Athlete vs Toyota Hilux Rogue - which pick-up truck should you buy in Malaysia? - paultan.org
In our new video review, we’re comparing pick-up trucks (our last one was in 2015). In one corner, we have the Toyota Hilux, a well-known nameplate that has been a sales leader in the segment […]
US and China agree to 90-day pause on most recent tariffs – US tariffs reduced to 30%, China drops to 10% - paultan.org
The United States and China have announced a 90-day pause on most of their recent tariffs on each other following talks between both countries in Geneva, Switzerland last weekend. Under the agreement, the US’ combined […]
50% of AWAS saman receipts to fund safety initiatives - lighting up accident hotspots, wildlife crossings - paultan.org
The proposal to establish a funding mechanism for road safety initiatives was given the green light by the cabinet’s committee on road safety and traffic congestion (JK-MKKJR) yesterday, said transport minister Anthony Loke. The proposal […]
Top 20 EV brands in April 2025 – BYD leads Proton; Denza beats Xpeng, Zeekr; Dongfeng rejoins list - paultan.org
BYD was the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) brand in Malaysia in April 2025, according to vehicle registration data released by the road transport department (JPJ). With a multi-vehicle line-up, the Chinese brand saw 1,048 registrations […]
GIVI and Hevik show latest helmet and riding gear at Malaysia Auto Show 2025, prices from RM360 - paultan.org
On display at the Malaysia Auto Show 2025 were the Givi M37.0 Grande helmet and the Ultimo Monolock top case as well as the latest range of Hevik gear designed for hot weather riding. The […]
Government will consider economic conditions when deciding on targeted RON95 subsidy implementation - paultan.org
The government says it will take into account the current economic situation when deciding on the implementation of its RON 95 rationalisation programme, Bernama reports. According to deputy economy minister Hanifah Hajar Taib, the implementation […]
Modenas MEV-1 Pro and MEV-2 go on public sale, priced at RM13,470 and RM9,878, respectively - paultan.org
Modenas MEV-1 Pro Entering the electric scooter (e-bike) market in Malaysia is the Modenas MEV-1 Pro and MEV-2, priced at RM13,470 and RM9,878, respectively. Pricing excludes road tax, insurance and registration. The MEV-1 Pro comes […]
Petronas Dagangan and Blueshark JV for e-bikes - paultan.org
To advance the distribution and adoption of electric two-wheelers (e-bikes) and related energy solutions in Malaysia, Petronas Dagangan and Blueshark Ecosystem (BESB) have entered a joint venture (JV). The JV will be the exclusive distributor […]
Moda Shifter 400X scooter at MAS 2025 - 333 cc, 29 hp, launching in Malaysia later this year? - paultan.org
Shown at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 was the Moda Shifter 400X scooter, which had an earlier reveal in 2023. Currently, Moda has one scooter model in the local market, the Sporter S, which retails at […]
Toyota Corolla Cross facelift for Europe adds new head- and taillights, upgraded interior, GR Sport trim - paultan.org
It’s not often that Southeast Asia gets an advantage over Europe, but that is definitely the case for the Corolla Cross, which received a facelift a full year (five months in the case of Malaysia) […]
Rapid KL On-Demand vans in 6 new zones from May 15 - KTM Rawang, Setia Alam, Sg Way, Batu Caves - paultan.org
Rapid KL On-Demand vans have been doing a good job connecting commuters to and from their homes to train stations, bridging the so-called last mile. So far, the stations are LRT and MRT ones within […]
Gov't looking to resolve issues with MEX II Putrajaya-KLIA highway extension and get project back on track - paultan.org
The works ministry says it will work closely with all relevant stakeholders to solve the delays affecting the Maju Expressway extension (MEX II), which has been plagued by delays due to financial issues, Bernama reports. […]
Top 20 cars in April 2025 – Bezza, Axia, Myvi, Saga, Alza top 5; Vios outsells S70, City; X50 beats HR-V - paultan.org
The road transport department (JPJ) has released its latest vehicle registration data for the month ended April 30, 2025, so here’s the top 20 best-selling models for last month and the first four months of […]