New Launches, Prices & Reviews
PDRM receives three Proton eMas models for evaluation, potential patrol use under considerationCould Proton eMas models eventually join PDRM’s patrol fleet? PRO-NET has handed over three electrified vehicles to the Royal Malaysia Police for an evaluation of their suitability for its operational requirements.
Eric Goh Sep 17, 2026- Jetour T2 i-DM launching in Malaysia on 19 Sep, with 2,137 bookings so farMore than three months after making its debut and opening for bookings at KLIMS 2026, the Jetour T2 i-DM has received 2,137 orders in Malaysia.
Lien Sep 17, 2026 - Who says new EVs must be just bigger screens and larger batteries? Leapmotor LEAP 5.0 detailedLeapmotor has unveiled a new vehicle architecture and three major technologies that will underpin its next generation of products. The company made the announcement at its 2026 Technology Day on 16 September, where it also confirmed that its second brand will launch in 2027. Lien Sep 17, 2026
- GWM Ora 5 HEV video review – 463 Nm hybrid SUV driven ahead of Malaysian launchThe GWM Ora 5 HEV is heading to Malaysia, but what can buyers expect from this hybrid SUV? Ahead of its local launch, Sanjay headed to Thailand for a two-day drive covering Bangkok traffic, highway cruising and winding roads, with a few acceleration and handling exercises thrown into the mix. Eric Goh Sep 17, 2026
- Proton eMas claims over 60% of Malaysia’s EV market, 27,403 domestic registrations through AugustProton eMas accounted for more than 60% of Malaysia’s electric vehicle registrations in the first eight months of 2026, according to distributor PRO-NET. Eric Goh Sep 17, 2026
- Fuel prices hike: Unsubsidised RON95, RON97 and diesel all increase by 35 sen from September 17 - September 23, 2026.Motorists paying market prices for fuel will need to dig much deeper tomorrow, with the Ministry of Finance announcing a 35 sen per litre increase across unsubsidised RON95, RON97 and diesel for the period of September 17 to 23.
Kazer Ibrahim Sep 16, 2026 - Geely welcomes its 10,000th UK customer just 11 months after launchGeely has reached another milestone in the UK, officially welcoming its 10,000th local owner. Lien Sep 16, 2026
- Tesla Cybercab: We got a real-life look at this sci-fi taxi in ChinaTesla's fully autonomous taxi, the Cybercab, has recently surfaced in China, where we were on hand to capture a set of exclusive photos of the vehicle. Lien Sep 16, 2026
- Perodua QV-E Malaysia Day Promo: RM 10k cash rebate with prices from RM 53,499 BaaS and RM 77,499 outrightTo mark Malaysia Day on 16 September, Perodua has announced a limited-time offer for the QV-E, its first fully electric vehicle, with an additional RM 10,000 cash rebate across the range. Lien Sep 16, 2026
- Spied: AMA02 Proton Saga Cross seen again, reveals tyre size and BSMAnother week, another AMA02 Proton Saga Cross spyshot. This time, we have a good look at the upcoming A-segment SUV’s tyre size, as well as its blind spot monitor (BSM) feature. Eric Goh Sep 15, 2026
- Leapmotor exports 132,118 vehicles in first eight months as B10 takes off in EuropeLeapmotor exported 132,118 vehicles from January to August 2026, according to the latest figures released by the company. Lien Sep 15, 2026
- Volkswagen Mission Efficiency: 0.158 Cd, 1,400 km potential range – just how far can EV efficiency go?Volkswagen has unveiled its new Mission Efficiency concept, a car designed with one goal in mind: to see just how far EV efficiency can be pushed. Lien Sep 15, 2026
- Malaysia's final single-letter H number plates to open for bidding on JPJeBidThe Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced the H series plates, which will be the last single-letter vehicle registration series to be issued in the country. Lien Sep 15, 2026
- 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country launched in Malaysia: Sole Twin Performance AWD variant, RM 218,888Volvo Car Malaysia has launched the new 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country. In-line with Volvo’s history of Cross Country models, the EX30 Cross Country adds some rugged styling bits to differentiate itself from the regular EX30. Eric Goh Sep 14, 2026
- Geely EX5 updated in China: Huge frunk & potential RWD – what is next for Proton eMas 7?Geely's updated EX5 has surfaced in China's latest Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) filing, ahead of an expected debut on 21 September. Lien Sep 14, 2026
- New BMW i7 now assembled in India, only the second market after GermanyBMW has started local assembly of the fully electric i7 in India, with production of the flagship sedan now underway at the company's Chennai plant. India is now the second country after Germany's Dingolfing plant to assemble the i7 locally. Lien Sep 14, 2026
- Hyundai doubles down on autonomous driving with NVIDIA now, Atria AI in 2029As the global automotive industry moves deeper into the age of artificial intelligence, Hyundai Motor Group has outlined its latest autonomous-driving plans at an HMG Autonomous Driving Media Day in South Korea. Lien Sep 14, 2026
- Naza Eastern Motors expands northern Malaysia footprint with new Suzuki Juru outlet. Introduces SUZUKI CARe protection planNaza Eastern Motors the official distributor of Suzuki vehicles in Malaysia has officially expanded its footprint in the northern region with the opening of its newest authorized dealership in Juru, Penang. Kazer Ibrahim Sep 14, 2026
- Proton may be eyeing India again as DRB-HICOM explores automotive opportunitiesProton could be preparing to enter the Indian market, following discussions between DRB-HICOM and potential Indian industry partners in New Delhi. Eric Goh Sep 14, 2026
- XPeng G9L RHD production begins, Australia first before global rolloutXPeng has started production of the right-hand-drive G9L, with the first batch of production vehicles rolling off the line at the company's global manufacturing plant in Guangzhou on 11 September. Lien Sep 14, 2026
