In a bid to modernise the disposal of seized and forfeited vehicles, Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) has officially rolled out JPJvBid, a dedicated digital platform for public vehicle auctions. The launch marks a significant shift from traditional physical auctions, bringing the entire bidding process online for greater convenience and transparency.

In Malaysia’s vehicle registration statistics, the geographic dimension is rapidly giving way to an abstract classification known as “Rakan Niaga” (Business Partner). By reviewing raw data spanning 26 years from 2000 to 2025, we uncovered a shocking industry upheaval: Malaysia’s automotive market has transformed within a decade from a highly fragmented consumer market into a highly concentrated ma

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that Malaysia will continue to keep the price of subsidised RON 95 petrol at RM1.99 per litre under the Budi Madani RON 95 (Budi95) scheme, as reported by The Star.

BMW has officially confirmed that the highly anticipated all-electric BMW i3 sedan will make its global debut on 18 March, a launch that has generated significant buzz among Malaysian luxury EV enthusiasts. A short teaser video shared on the brand’s Instagram account offers a clear first look at the car’s front end, fully uncovered, and briefly showcases its eye-catching startup animation—includin

Honda Japan has officially unveiled the all-new fourth-generation 2026 Honda Insight, marking a major shift for the model – unlike its hybrid predecessors, the 2026 Insight is a fully electric vehicle (BEV) positioned as a crossover SUV. For Malaysian car enthusiasts, the key question is: will this new EV make its way to our shores? Malaysians might recall the second-generation Honda Insight, as i

Nissan recently unveiled the 2026 Nissan Versa in Mexico, a model known as the Almera in Malaysia and other Asian markets. Despite being marketed by the manufacturer as an "all-new facelift," the vehicle retains the chassis of the previous-generation Versa, with significant upgrades to its exterior, interior, and technological features to maintain its competitiveness in the entry-level sedan segme

GWM Malaysia today officially handed over the first locally assembled GWM WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV to national icon Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza, marking a pivotal milestone in the brand’s New Energy journey in Malaysia.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) is set to introduce the new Mitsubishi Triton Championship Edition on 11 March, a special limited-run pick-up truck launched to celebrate the brand’s victory in the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) 2025.

BYD, a leading player in Malaysia’s electric vehicle (EV) market, has officially launched its new Seal 7 EV in overseas markets, sparking speculation about its potential arrival in Malaysia. As BYD has been deeply rooted in the local market—with a CKD (Completely Knocked Down) assembly plant under construction in Tanjung Malim, Perak, set to start production in 2026—and has maintained a strong pre

Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific (HMAP) has appointed Yukontorn Wisadkosin (Vickie) as ASEAN President, effective March 2, 2026, reporting directly to HMAP President Don Romano.

BYD has officially introduced its all-new electric sedan model, the BYD Seal 8, positioned as the flagship in the brand’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) lineup.

After being previewed back in August last year, Chery’s premium brand Jaecoo has finally launched the J5 in Malaysia, marking its entry into the competitive B-segment SUV market. Targeting popular models like the Proton X50 and Honda HR-V, the J5 is positioned as a step up from the Chery Tiggo Cross, with a focus on practicality and a pet-friendly design – a unique selling point for local pet owne

With just over two weeks to Hari Raya Aidilfitri, many Malaysian families are preparing for their balik kampung trip. Make your journey more comfortable and enjoyable with the Kia Sportage, now available at even more affordable prices for the festive season.

BYD has officially teased its highly anticipated flagship sedan, the Seal 08, through several official-looking images, ahead of its global debut scheduled for March 5. The new model is set to be the production version of the Ocean-S concept car, marking BYD’s next step in elevating its premium Ocean series lineup. For Malaysian car enthusiasts, the Seal 08 represents BYD’s latest push into the pre

If you’ve driven around Klang Valley, Penang, or Johor Bahru, you already know the pattern: roughly one in every three cars on Malaysian roads is a Perodua. This isn’t by chance—it’s the result of over 30 years of shaping Malaysia’s automotive landscape. Since its founding in 1993, Perodua has not just grown; it has dominated. In 2024–2025, its market share comfortably stayed above 40%, a level no

The Malaysian government has reaffirmed that public roads built on government land will not be sold or transferred to private institutions, especially major arterial roads that are regarded as national strategic assets and assume key traffic functions.

The Proton eMAS 7 PHEV has made an impressive start in Malaysia, securing more than 3,500 bookings in just one and a half months since order books opened in mid-January, ahead of its official launch on 4 February. Pro-Net, the company behind the Proton eMAS brand, described the response as a sign of very strong market acceptance, with the plug-in hybrid model serving as a smooth, practical step fo

Proton’s sales moderated in February following a record-high January, as the national carmaker posted a total of 13,566 vehicles sold — a 31% drop from January’s 15-year high of 19,833 units. The sharp decline was largely attributed to the long festive period, including Thaipusam and the Chinese New Year holidays, which disrupted vehicle deliveries across the country. The industry-wide volume also

Tesla Malaysia has opened its Supercharger network to all non‑Tesla electric vehicles across four busy locations in the Klang Valley, making high‑speed DC fast charging more accessible for local EV owners.

Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has officially launched the all-new sixth-generation (C28) Nissan Serena e-Power in Malaysia, marking the MPV’s local assembly (CKD) debut. Tailored for Malaysian families, the new Serena e-Power comes in five variants with on-the-road (OTR) prices starting from RM154,800 (without insurance) – a competitive range for the popular family MPV segment here.