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Volkswagen lurches closer to walkouts as union talks deadloc...
21 November 2024
FRANKFURT: Volkswagen AG faces a growing threat of widespread walkouts as executives and unionists dig in over how to restructure Europe’s biggest automaker. Labour leaders are ...
Tesla cars have the most fatal crashes, US safety report fin...
21 November 2024
WASHINGTON: A Tesla is more likely to be involved in a fatal crash than any other brand of new vehicle on the road, according to a new study compiled from official US figures. F...
Nissan Kicks e-Power: Kicking off a new efficiency
21 November 2024
IF you are lamenting the lack of new and exciting models from Nissan, you might be pleased to know that Nissan distributor Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has kickstarted the rollout...
Transport Ministry orders immediate ban on 3-pin sockets, US...
20 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: All bus operators must immediately stop using 3-pin electrical sockets and USB ports on their buses, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. This directive comes 19 ...
Stellantis unveils technology to support flexible EV product...
20 November 2024
DETROIT: Stellantis said on Tuesday it will deploy a new vehicle system that will support assembly of gasoline, hybrid and electric models, but in a sign of how turbulent the elect...
Miswiring on bus involved in fatal electrocution, says Loke
20 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Faulty electrical wiring on an express bus, which caused the tragic death of an 18-year-old passenger due to electrocution, did not comply with safety standards, Anth...
Cops, JPJ have devices so motorists don't need to show road ...
20 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The police and Road Transport Department (JPJ) personnel are equipped to make electronic checks on valid vehicle road tax, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. "P...
BMW Group Malaysia leads premium EV segment with over 1,600 ...
20 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Group Malaysia has delivered over 8,700 vehicles across its BMW and MINI brands as of Q3 2024, with more than 1,600 being fully-electric models, accounting for 19...
Exclusive Ford Raptor Rev event planned for Q1 2025
20 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ford Raptor Rev offroad event is set to take place in the first quarter of 2025. Details of the one-day event will be announced soon including information for ...
Experts urge car taxes to factor in weight and mileage
20 November 2024
LONDON: With a growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) hitting the road and joining many more combustion engine vehicles, the question of how to tax cars fairly comes into the sp...
Audi showcases China-exclusive models and EV Concept
20 November 2024
GUANGZHOU: Audi has unveiled a series of China-specific models and concepts at Auto Guangzhou 2024 that highlight its strategic focus on the country’s automotive market. The eve...
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross facelift to be launched in Malaysi...
19 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross facelift is expected to see a slight price increase, and three variants namely a 1.8-litre V, Hybrid and Hybrid GR Sport. Due to be l...
New Mercedes CLA will come with hybrid and electric setups
19 November 2024
LONDON: The next-generation Mercedes CLA will offer a choice of hybrid and electric powertrains using 800V technology for ultra-rapid charging. Even though the full production c...
Labuan Customs seizes 15 cars worth RM2.8mil including taxes
19 November 2024
Labuan Customs chief Apalila Awang Tuah (second from right) with some of the seized vehicles. — Bernama LABUAN: The Labuan branch of the Royal Malaysian Customs Department seized ...
Electric fencing along Pan Borneo Highway stretch to protect...
19 November 2024
KOTA KINABALU: Elephant and wildlife safety have been taken into consideration in the construction of Sabah’s stretch of the Pan Borneo Highway, said state Works Minister Datuk Ser...
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia and dealer Auto Pacifica open new...
19 November 2024
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Malaysia, and authorised dealer Auto Pacifica Sdn Bhd opened the second Mitsubi...
Petrol station operators allowed to employ foreign workers i...
19 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has agreed in principle to allow petrol station operators to employ foreign workers for cleaning and maintenance work in cafés and convenience shops at...
First MINI Cooper Convertible rolls off MINI Plant Oxford pr...
19 November 2024
OXFORD: The MINI plant here is celebrating the start of production of the MINI Cooper Convertible for the first time since 2015. The model joins the Cooper 3-Door and Cooper 5-D...
Stellantis will adapt to US market under Trump, says CEO
19 November 2024
PARIS: Stellantis' will adapt to changes in the US car market expected under a Trump government, CEO Carlos Tavares said on Monday, with a platform that can offer electric, hybrid ...
Toyota Dream Car Art contest is back for the 18th edition
19 November 2024
SHAH ALAM: The Toyota Dream Car Art contest is back for the 18th edition and submissions are open from now till Jan 31 next year. The art contest is a global competition, held b...