According to a March 8 report by the South China Morning Post, a man drove a Mercedes-Benz to a car dealership in Bangkok, Thailand, and planned to buy an electric vehicle (EV) on the spot with cash—even though it was not part of his original car purchase plan.

Recently, Chery Group officially released its February sales performance. Amid fluctuations in the global automotive market and short-term pressure in the Chinese market, Chery achieved a strong performance overseas with outstanding growth. Not only did monthly sales remain above 160,000 units, it also became the first Chinese automaker in history to achieve cumulative exports exceeding 6 million

On 9 March 2026, Proton officially released a teaser confirming that the 2026 X90 facelift will make its debut via a social media livestream on 11 March at 18:20. The full brochure and specifications of the new model have also been leaked ahead of time. This marks the first facelift for the X90 since its launch in May 2023.

MG S5 EV is now locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia. This occasion marks MG’s first CKD model in the country, with the inaugural units rolling off the production line at EPMB’s Plant 2 in Pegoh, Melaka, this morning. The roll-off ceremony was officiated by Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh. Emory Qi, Managing Director of SAIC Motor Malaysia, stated that the CKD roll-off of t

Like many global carmakers, Japan’s Honda is feeling the pressure of heavy investments in electric vehicles (EVs), with its operations posting losses for several consecutive quarters. The brand, which has a strong presence in Malaysia—remaining the top non-national passenger car brand for 12 consecutive years with 72,301 units sold in 2025—is now reviewing and adjusting its overall EV strategy to

Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander has announced that the long-awaited road widening project, aimed at easing the persistent traffic congestion in Cameron Highlands, is expected to be fully completed by February 2028. This much-needed project will focus on improving traffic flow around Brinchang, one of the busiest areas in Cameron Highlands, by upgrading the existing two-lane road to a four-lane

Changan Automobile, a major Chinese automotive conglomerate, is ramping up its presence in Southeast Asia and is expected to bring its newly launched NEVO brand to Malaysia later this year. The introduction of NEVO, alongside its existing brand Deepal, forms part of Changan’s multi-brand strategy to cater to different segments of Malaysia’s growing new energy vehicle (NEV) market, ensuring no over

For Malaysian car buyers, especially those eyeing electric vehicles (EVs), here’s great news: BYD Sime Motors – the official distributor of BYD in Malaysia – is ramping up its retail and aftersales network this year to make EV ownership more convenient across the country.

Chery Malaysia is joining the festive shopping spirit with its Raya 2026 promotion, offering generous cash rebates of up to RM18,888 on all MY2025 models, valid until March 31, 2026. The biggest discount goes to the brand’s largest and most powerful ICE model in Malaysia, the three-row 7-seater Tiggo 8 Pro, which is priced at RM159,800 and comes with a RM18,888 cash rebate; powered by a 2.0-litre

If you’ve been on the hunt for a premium large SUV that blends world-class German engineering with local practicality, the wait ends here—introducing the fully CKD (Completely Knocked Down) Audi Q7, Ingolstadt’s flagship seven-seater marvel assembled right here in Malaysia. This isn’t just any Audi; it’s the brand’s first model to roll out of local assembly plants in Southeast Asia, making it a tr

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.