Proton e.MAS and Smart owners get RM0.63/kWh charging rate at selected high-rise condos News June 30, 2026 Fareq Irfan Pro-Net, a subsidiary of Proton Holdings Berhad, expands its charging ecosystem across 500 participating condominiums and high-rise residences, totalling over 1,500 charging points nationwide. Proton e.MAS and Smart owners can also enjoy an exclusive charging rate of RM 0.63 per kWh ...
AI now drives faster than you – Driverless Xiaomi YU7 GT sets Nurburgring lap record – 10:29.483 News June 30, 2026 Fareq Irfan Xiaomi EV has set the world’s first lap record for fully autonomous driving at the famous Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit. Using a Xiaomi YU7 GT fitted with the Track Package, the vehicle completed the 20.8-km ‘Green Hell’ entirely ...
New Hyundai 3S centre opens in Kuching, managed by Heng Lian Enterprise Bhd News June 29, 2026 Fareq Irfan Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) with Heng Lian Enterprise Bhd, has opened its new 3S Hyundai Kuching outlet, expanding Hyundai’s goal to achieve 25 outlets by the end of 2026, in line with the brand’s tagline, “Sentiasa di sisi anda”. The opening ...
RHD Denza Z9GT previewed, launching in Malaysia soon News June 29, 2026 Fareq Irfan Recently, we had the privilege of previewing the right-hand-drive Denza Z9GT ahead of its upcoming launch in Malaysia. The Denza Z9GT is Denza’s flagship five-seater grand tourer. And if you’re thinking of alternatives, options with similar characteristics would be the likes of the Porsche Taycan Sport ...
2026 Suzuki eVitara launched in Malaysia, RM188k – twin-sister to Toyota Urban Cruiser News June 26, 2026 Fareq Irfan Naza Eastern Motors and Suzuki Malaysia have launched the Suzuki eVitara in Malaysia, Suzuki’s first battery-electric vehicle (BEV), priced at RM188,000. The Suzuki eVitara will be offered in limited numbers, with all units being fully imported (CBU) from India. For context, ...
2027 Hyundai Elantra unveiled with radical new look, updated ADAS News June 26, 2026 Fareq Irfan Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled the eighth-generation Hyundai Elantra (known as the Avante in South Korea) for the first time at a press conference during the 2026 Busan Mobility Show, held in Haeundae-gu, Busan. Dimension-wise, it measures 4,765 mm long, 1,855 mm wide, 1,425 ...
2027 Omoda C9 facelift revealed in China – drops flush door handles News June 26, 2026 Fareq Irfan The Omoda C9 has been in Malaysia for less than two years, but in China, where it’s known as the Exeed EX6, it has been on the road for three years, so a facelift was inevitable. Chery’s premium brand has released images ...
Proton’s Tanjung Malim engine plant to expand to 400,000-unit capacity by 2028 News June 25, 2026 Fareq Irfan The Proton engine assembly plant in Tanjong Malim, which opened in 2022 with an investment of up to RM1.8 billion, is set to be a key driver of the national carmaker’s future growth. The plant has undergone an RM121 million expansion, which ...
BYD showcases flash charging technology – coming to Malaysia soon? News June 25, 2026 Fareq Irfan At the ongoing BYD Media Event in China, BYD showcased its Megawatt Flash Charging technology, capable of gaining 400 km of driving range in just 5 minutes. The company says its second-generation Megawatt Flash Charging system can deliver up to 1,500 kW (1.5 MW) ...
2026 Volkswagen Golf R Mk8.5 launched in Malaysia, RM358k – 333 PS, larger centre display News June 24, 2026 Fareq Irfan Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has launched the Volkswagen Golf R (Mk8.5) in Malaysia, following its global debut in June 2024. The updated Golf R continues to be offered as a CKD model, assembled in Pekan, Pahang — the ...