SPPF Malaysia unveils new automotive paint protection
24 February 2026
PETALING JAYA: SPPF Malaysia has introduced its next-generation spray-on paint protection system, billed as providing unparalleled durability and visual clarity.At a recent showcas...
Four nabbed in RM22mil car case
24 February 2026
JOHOR BARU: Four company owners have been arrested by the Customs Department for allegedly violating vehicle import laws involving 42 cars worth more than RM22mil.Johor Customs di...
African solar motorbike trek shows EV promise
20 February 2026
CAPE TOWN: A 17-day journey by solar-powered motorbike across six African countries highlights the potential for EV travel on the sun-drenched continent, researchers said.The 6,200...
CKD BEV investments gaining traction, says MBSB
20 February 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: MBSB Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its full-year total industry volume (TIV) forecast at 788,000 units for 2026, implying a 4.0 per cent decline from last year's...
Smaller bikes face bigger risks
20 February 2026
PETALING JAYA: The kapchai, a humble, lightweight motorcycle commonly found on Malaysian roads, is the nation’s deadliest vehicle, accounting for nearly 70% of annual road fataliti...
Road safety experts: Smart lanes a double-edged sword
20 February 2026
PETALING JAYA: With traffic snarls along highways worsening, local highway concessionaires have introduced “smart lanes” as a quick fix to ease flow.The new system, which began imp...
Trump rescinding rule incentivising EV production
19 February 2026
WASHINGTON: The Trump administration said it is rescinding a rule that incentivised automakers to produce electric vehicles to meet fuel economy requirements by overstating energy ...
Used EVs under US$25K propel sales
16 February 2026
NEW YORK: Traffic may have dried up at EV (electric vehicle) dealerships after the end of federal purchase incentives, but sales of used electric cars and trucks have only accelera...
Global EV sales hampered by China, US slowdown in January
13 February 2026
PARIS: Global EV registrations fell 3% in January as the introduction of a purchase tax and lower EV subsidies in China and policy changes in the U.S. hindered sales, data by consu...
Detroit auto rep warns Carney: China EV plan risks US trade
13 February 2026
DETROIT: The Canadian government's deal with China to allow Chinese-made electric vehicles into the country is putting more important trade negotiations with the US at risk, accord...
Americans ditch premium trims for entry-level cars
13 February 2026
NEW YORK: For American buyers, affordable cars have not been this hot since the Gulf War sent petrol prices climbing and Japanese automakers took market share by offering a simple ...
China issues auto industry guidelines to curb price wars
12 February 2026
BEIJING: China's market watchdog on Thursday released guidelines for the auto industry aimed at regulating pricing behaviour, curbing price wars and preventing unfair competition.T...
Chinese EV makers eye EU tariff talks of their own
12 February 2026
BEIJING: Major Chinese automakers will be next to knock on Brussels' door after Volkswagen secured a breakthrough EU tariff reprieve for its China-made Cupra Tavascan SUV, industry...
Win tech goodies from Proton's CNY campaign
10 February 2026
SUBANG JAYA: Proton has rolled out its 2026 Chinese New Year Campaign, "Ride Into Prosperity," running from Feb 5 to April 6.For two months, this campaign will be available at all ...
Putrajaya shelves Automated Rapid Transit plan
09 February 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: There are no plans to roll out or expand the Automated Rapid Transit (ART) system in Putrajaya after its projected 10-year cost of RM211.95mil was deemed too high, th...
Puspakom rolls out GiCheck mobile app
09 February 2026
SHAH ALAM: Puspakom Sdn Bhd's GiCheck mobile app is now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.This completes Puspakom's rollout of its new digital booking ecosyste...
Hidden door handles pose a major safety risk
09 February 2026
PETALING JAYA: As China moves to phase out “hidden” or retractable car door handles by 2027 over safety concerns, Malaysian transport experts are urging authorities to tighten insp...
Loke urges caution on mandating dashcams
09 February 2026
PETALING JAYA: Transport Minister Anthony Loke has cautioned against rushing into mandating dashcams with audio recording in e-hailing vehicles and taxis.Loke said while such a mea...
Toyo Proxes Comfort: 16 to 19-inch, RM279 to RM698
07 February 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: The all-new Proxes Comfort tyre represents the next generation of Toyo’s luxury comfort tyre lineup.Developed in Japan, the Proxes Comfort tyre is engineered for stro...
Automakers back Trump plan to roll back fuel economy rules
05 February 2026
WASHINGTON: Major automakers in the United States on Wednesday called for changes in the Trump administration's proposal to reform fuel economy standards, but said they back the pl...
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