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GWM Wey 80 renamed to Wey G9 for Malaysia – CKD PHEV Toyota Alphard-rivalling MPV coming soon - paultan.org
The MPV previously called the GWM Wey 80 has been given a new name ahead of its Malaysian launch, with the GWM Wey G9 moniker having been announced on Facebook. The Chinese carmaker added that […]
Top 20 EV brands in Aug 2025 – BYD widens lead over Proton, Mercedes surges to 4th, Xpeng and BMW tied - paultan.org
Continuing with JPJ registration data from the month of August, we have the top 20 electric vehicle brands, which sees BYD continuing to lead the segment. This time, however, the Chinese EV specialist has widened […]
Toyota GR Yaris Aero performance package debuts - ducts, spoiler, adjustable wing developed from racing - paultan.org
For those in need of more aggressive bodywork for the facelifted Toyota GR Yaris, the Japanese manufacturer has released an Aero performance package for the three-door rally-inspired high performance hatchback. The package is comprised of […]
Top 20 EV models in August 2025 - Proton eMas 7 still on top, BYD Atto 2 and Tesla Model Y in top three - paultan.org
As it was last month, the Proton eMas 7 continues to be the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) in Malaysia, with the model heading the August 2025 chart for the category. According to the latest data […]
Celebrate Malaysia Day in luxury with Mercedes-Benz, from RM1,998 a month with Step Up Agility+ - paultan.org
Celebrate Malaysia Day with the real deal in automotive luxury from Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, as the Step Up Agility+ plan makes premium motoring even more accessible. Leading the offers from Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is the C 350 […]
2026 Renault Clio debuts – sixth-gen is larger, gets more expressive styling; hybrid, petrol, LPG engines - paultan.org
It wasn’t just the Germans that introduced important new models at this year’s IAA Mobility show (otherwise known as the Munich Motor Show), as the French also had something substantial to show. Say hello to […]
GOyang² with Caltex Rewards and Touch n Go - get RM8 TNG cashback or RM5 fuel voucher this month! - paultan.org
This has to be the easiest way to earn real rewards! Caltex Rewards x TNG GOyang² is offering RM8 TNG cashback and CaltexGO RM5 fuel vouchers to celebrate our beloved Malaysia this month, and all […]
Volkswagen brand Scout mulling Australian market; RHD to come after 2027 United States, Canada launch? - paultan.org
With the resurrection of the Scout brand in 2024 as a brand for electric SUVs and pick-up trucks, the brand will be making its way to the Australian market, according to Australian site Car Expert. […]
Johor to build its first wildlife crossing along Federal Route FT50 – RM66 mil project, completion in Feb 2028 - paultan.org
Johor has announced plans for its first wildlife crossing located along the main road connecting Kahang and Mersing. As reported by The Star, state health and environment committee chairman Ling Tian Soon said the viaduct […]
Proton rolls out Servis Ihsan Madani campaign – up to 30% off service packages for Persona, Iriz, Exora, Saga - paultan.org
Proton has announced the Servis Ihsan Madani (SIM) service campaign, which it says is aimed at easing the cost of vehicle ownership while encouraging safer driving habits among Malaysians. The campaign runs from September 11 […]
Mandatory seatbelt use in passenger vehicles to be enforced soon, all occupants need to buckle up - JPJ - paultan.org
The road transport department (JPJ) has announced that it will soon begin enforcing the mandatory use of seatbelts for all drivers and passengers in private vehicles nationwide. The department’s director-general, Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, did […]
Geely Galaxy V900 - range-extended EV with 6-8 seats, up to 202 km battery range; on sale in China this year - paultan.org
The Geely Galaxy V900 MPV has been shown in a filing with China’s ministry of industry and information technology (MIIT), showing the extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version of the battery-electric LEVC L380 that was shown […]
Top 20 brands in Aug 2025 – Perodua, Proton, Toyota, Honda, Jaecoo stay top five; Tesla goes up to 16th - paultan.org
The road transport department (JPJ) has updated its vehicle registration data up until August 31, 2025, with Perodua unsurprisingly taking the top spot with 32,026 units. While slightly lower than the 33,486 units recorded for […]
2026 Toyota Corolla sedan facelift leaked in China with Prius-style front end, coming to Malaysia? - paultan.org
Amidst all the goings on with variants like the Corolla Cross and GR Corolla, it’s easy to forget that the regular 12th-generation Toyota Corolla has been around for seven years now. That would ordinarily make […]
Proton Iriz production ends after 11 years – last body produced on Sept 9, no more Proton hatch since 1994 - paultan.org
Pour one out for the Proton Iriz, production of which has apparently ended this week with the last body, #97576, having been churned out by the Tanjong Malim plant on September 9. That’s according to […]
GWM Ora Cat / Ora 5 revealed in China filings - larger, SUV crossover version of Good Cat launching soon - paultan.org
Click to enlarge GWM’s Ora brand is alive and well. There’s been no new models from the Baoding carmaker’s EV brand since 2022 (Ora 07 a.k.a. Lightning Cat), and that’s very unusual in a market […]
PLUS Malaysia expects 2.2 million vehicles to ply its highways during Malaysia Day, school holidays - paultan.org
In conjunction with the upcoming school holidays and Malaysia Day celebrations, PLUS Malaysia is expecting traffic flow to increase to 2.2 million vehicles daily on its highways on the peak days of September 12, 13, […]
Top 20 cars in Aug 2025 – Bezza, Axia, Myvi stay on podium; X50 jumps to sixth; Tiggo series joins the list - paultan.org
The Perodua Bezza is once again the best-selling car in Malaysia for the month of August 2025, with data from the road transport department (JPJ) revealing 9,533 registrations for a year-to-date (YTD) total of 65,479 […]
Dreame founder reveals renders of vacuum maker’s first EV model – it looks a lot like a Bugatti Chiron - paultan.org
In late August this year, Dreame Technology, a Chinese company based in Suzhou that makes household appliances (mostly vacuum cleaners and robot vacuums), announced that it is entering the world of electric vehicles (EVs). Expected […]
Check out the full Zeekr 7X SUV range at the Bangsar Shopping Centre roadshow this week - from RM179.8k - paultan.org
Experience the highly sought-after Zeekr 7X and the ultra-comfortable Zeekr 009 at Zeekr Carro‘s roadshow happening at Bangsar Shopping Centre this week. The roadshow starts on Tuesday, September 9 and will end this Sunday, September […]
Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line launched in Malaysia - CKD, 19-inch AMG alloys, 360 camera, RM292,888 - paultan.org
Joining the C200 Avantgarde and C350e AMG Line in the non-AMG W206 C-Class sedan range in Malaysia is the Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line. Priced at RM292,888, OTR before insurance for Peninsular Malaysia, the vehicle is […]
2025 Moda Moca scooter Malaysian launch, RM3,988 - paultan.org
Following yesterday’s teaser, the 2025 Moda Moca scooter is officially in Malaysia, priced at RM3,988 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. There are currently four colour choices available – Piano Black, Lime Green, Neon Orange […]
Proton sold 15,228 units in Aug 2025 - highest in 36 months, powered by X50 facelift, YTD over 100k now - paultan.org
Proton sold 15,228 units in August 2025, its highest monthly sales volume in 36 months. The strong showing also pushed year-to-date (YTD) total sales into six-figure territory – it’s now at 100,902 units including exports. […]
GWM Merdeka Book and Win prizes worth up to RM120k - test drive 'Gaya Wawasan Malaysia' today! - paultan.org
We all love rewards, and there’s no more rewarding time than now to own a GWM. In the spirit of Merdeka and the upcoming Malaysia Day celebration, the company has launched its new tagline – […]
2025 BMW M5 review – G90, RM1.2 million, PHEV, 727 PS/1,000 Nm, nearly 2.5 tonnes but can it still thrill? - paultan.org
The seventh-generation BMW M5, codenamed G90, is by far and away the most controversial – and considering the history of the hotted-up 5 Series, that is saying something. It’s the first to feature a plug-in […]
Chery O5 launched in Malaysia – Omoda 5 facelift, DCT, multilink, 10-yr/1 mil km warranty promo, RM117k - paultan.org
The facelifted Chery Omoda 5 is turning out to be a car with several names. Originally introduced in Russia as the Omoda C5, the refreshed SUV has been renamed the Chery C5 in Australia and […]
Toyota says it will reproduce and sell 4A-GE engine parts for the AE86 Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno - paultan.org
Toyota has announced it intends to reproduce and reissue parts for the 4A-GE engine used in the AE86 Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno. This will be done through the company’s GR Heritage Parts programme which […]
SIB Mili, Sarawak Skills sign MoU on EV, hybrid training - Kuching service centre to be established - paultan.org
Sapura Industrial Berhad subsidiary SIB Mili has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sarawak Skills Development Centre to advance the state’s EV and hybrid service training. SIB Mili said in a release that under […]
Chinese authorities planning to ban fully retractable door handles due to safety concerns - report - paultan.org
Chinese authorities are reportedly considering a ban on fully retractable door handles, citing safety hazards and functional issues, reported Car News China. Citing automaker personnel who spoke to news site Mingjing Pro, discussions are underway […]
2025 Mercedes-AMG CLA45S 4Matic+ Final Edition launched in Malaysia - 421 PS/500 Nm, RM539k OTR - paultan.org
Launched today alongside the Mercedes-AMG CLE53 4Matic coupé in Malaysia is the Mercedes-AMG CLA45S Final Edition, which comes to market priced at RM538,888 on-the-road without insurance. As its name implies, this is a closing run […]
Zeekr 7X to receive more powerful electric motors, larger battery in China – up to 802 km CLTC EV range - paultan.org
According to CarNewsChina, the Zeekr 7X will soon receive updates to its powertrain line-up in China. A recent filing with the country’s ministry of industry and information technology (MIIT) reveals the SUV is set to […]
Toyota bZ7 EV to use Huawei e-motor, Harmony OS infotainment, ADAS with lidar; China launch Q4 2025 - paultan.org
The Toyota bZ7 EV has been revealed to feature electric drive motors from Huawei, according to details posted to X by Tycho de Feijter. A document filing with the Chinese ministry of industry and information […]
Malaysian fuel prices Sept 2025 week two - up 2 sen; RON97 petrol RM3.18 per litre, diesel RM2.90 per litre - paultan.org
It is time once again for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, with the finance ministry announcing the retail prices of fuels from September 11 to 17, 2025. The retail price of diesel fuels […]
iCaur 03 EV – world’s first delivery of electric off-road SUV is to car collector JP Chin at iCaur Petaling Jaya - paultan.org
Malaysia is home to the world’s first iCaur dealership and is now where the world’s first delivery of the iCaur 03 took place. On September 10, 2025, famous car collector JP Chin took delivery of […]