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By Mohan K Ramanujam
Harley-Davidson is developing a new entry-level cruiser for 2027 called the Sprint 440, based on the same 440 cc platform as the Hero X440 roadster produced in partnership with India’s Hero MotoCorp. Taking its name […] The post Harley-Davidson teases Sprint 440 cruiser, made in India appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Anthony Lim
It was definitely one to remember, the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit, for how it came to be to the drama of the race itself, peppered with logistics issues […] The post 2026 F1 Bahrain GP in Sepang brings RM345 million economic windfall to Malaysian SMEs – Steven Sim appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mick Chan
The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is set to commence operations in February next year, as physical works remain on schedule for completion by December 31 this year, reported New Straits Times. The […] The post Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link to start operations in February; physical works to be completed by Dec 31 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Harvinder Sidhu
Good company comes standard with the Porsche Cayenne and the most memorable journeys are rarely defined by the destination alone, but also by the people we share them with along the way. Meant to go […] The post Join Porsche for a weekend that’s right on course at the Cayenne Clubhouse, at Porsche Centres, October 10-11 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
The KL Car Free Morning (KLCFM) working committee has announced that this Sunday’s open circuit around the city will proceed as scheduled. This is somewhat surprising given that this week has probably seen the worse […] The post KL Car Free Morning cum Huawei Active Rings Run to go on as planned this Sunday despite haze, for now appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Gerard Lye
The third-generation (KM) Mazda CX-5 was launched in Malaysia yesterday, arriving as a fully-imported (CBU) model from Japan. Without a panoramic sunroof, the SUV retails for RM168,510.40 on-the-road without insurance but buyers can option a […] The post Third-gen Mazda CX-5 CKD due in Malaysia by mid-2027 – supply chain being prepared for 60% local content appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
While Malaysia awaits its launch, listed as “coming soon”, Kove has expanded its middleweight adventure motorcycle range in the Philippines with the release of the Kove 625X. Distributed by Bristol Motorcycles, the Kove 625X is […] The post Kove 625X launched in the Philippines – 581 cc adventure bike priced from RM30,600 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Jonathan James Tan
Certain parties are offering unrecognised five-year international driving permits (IDP) to foreigners for up to RM500, Kuala Lumpur road transport department (JPJ) director Hamidi Adam has said, according to a Bernama report. “For comparison, the […] The post Unrecognised international driving permits being offered to foreigners for up to RM500; not all IDPs valid – JPJ appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
A 27-year-old property agent has been fined RM4,000 for disobeying a police order to stop following the convoy escorting Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi on the Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS). The […] The post RM4,000 fine for tailing Deputy PM Zahid’s convoy appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
Boon Siew Honda has introduced the Honda ADV160 Trico Edition in Malaysia, priced at RM14,149 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. Adding Honda’s familiar red, white and blue racing colours to its adventure scooter the […] The post 2026 Honda ADV160 Trico Edition launched in Malaysia – RM14,149, RM500 more than standard appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Jonathan James Tan
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is back for 2026! If seriously irresistible deals on wheels make you squeal, you simply need to be at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) […] The post ACE 2026: Dongfeng 007 offers RM8,888 instant discount, free wallbox – Premium RM161k, Prime RM187k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mick Chan
It’s all about the latest automobiles on the Malaysian market at the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) – powered by Petronas Primax – that is taking place from October 31 to November 1, 2026 at […] The post ACE 2026: Check out the GWM Ora 5 HEV at the Setia City Convention Centre, from October 31 to November 1 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
Kawasaki has teased what could be a new Versys 900, with the motorcycle expected to sit between the existing Versys 650 and Versys 1100. A 16-second video released by Kawasaki Europe comes with the tagline […] The post Kawasaki teases new adventure model – Versys 900? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Anthony Lim
In its findings on Phase 1 of the Sabah Pan Borneo Highway (LPB) project, the 2026 Auditor-General’s Report flagged major issues surrounding the project. These include project delays, cost increases, weaknesses in planning and non-compliance […] The post Works ministry says it will address findings in A-G report on the Sabah Pan Borneo Highway, improve delivery appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Harvinder Sidhu
Xpeng’s robotaxi now has a name. The Chinese EV maker announced on Weibo on October 8 that its autonomous ride-hailing service will be called Xpeng Yoyo, or Xiaopeng Youyou in Chinese. At the same time, […] The post Xpeng names its robotaxi Yoyo – GX-based L4 vision-only car, 2,000 test rides done; driverless service in 2027 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Harvinder Sidhu
Chery wants to take Jetour upmarket as a premium off-road brand. The plan was laid out in a notice issued by Chery Group on October 7, which reshuffles the duties of its top executives to […] The post Chery to take Jetour upmarket as a premium off-roader brand in Globalization 3.0 shake-up? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mick Chan
A total of 33 complaints have been lodged with the Penang state domestic trade and cost of living ministry (KPDN) for the alleged water contamination of RON 95 petrol in the state, reported The Star. […] The post Complaints for alleged water contamination in RON95 petrol involving 30 stations in Penang lodged with KPDN appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
It’s not that easy to send your vehicle for inspection on working days, so Puspakom has been extending operations to Saturdays, and there are four extra days this month. The extended operations – which is […] The post Puspakom extends operations to Saturdays this month – Oct 10, 17, 24 and 31; 27 branches nationwide involved appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
The power supply disruption that affected the LRT Kelana Jaya Line’s Jelatek and Setiawangsa stations this morning has been resolved. Rapid KL said in an 8.59 am post that repair works have been completed, and […] The post LRT Kelana Jaya Line’s Jelatek and Setiawangsa stations faced power supply disruption this morning – resolved appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
Two Singaporean company directors have each been fined S$3.345 million (RM10.5 million) for illegally importing more than 4.5 million litres of diesel from Malaysia into Singapore without declaring the shipments. Chua E Hong, 51, and […] The post Singaporean directors fined RM10m each for smuggling over 4.5m litres of Malaysian diesel appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Anthony Lim
Of the 875 projects being carried out at the construction stage by the public works department (JKR), 33 have been classified as sick projects as of September 30, said deputy works minister Datuk Seri Ahmad […] The post JKR has 33 projects classified as ‘sick’ as a result of contractor management weaknesses – Ahmad Maslan appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Gerard Lye
Nissan Australia has confirmed it will launch its first plug-in hybrid and electrified ute when the Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) joins the local line-up in 2027. In a release, the company said Australia and New Zealand are set to become the first right-hand drive markets to offer the Navara […] The post Nissan Navara Pro PHEV confirmed for Australia – differs from China’s Frontier Pro; 2.0T, 8AT instead of 1.5T, 4DHT appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
MotoGP will undergo one of its biggest changes in years in the 2027 season, with the championship introducing new 850 cc bikes, a revised race-weekend format and an end to wildcard entries in the premier class. The current 1,000 cc engines will be replaced by 850 cc units, while the […] The post 2027 MotoGP sees major race weekend format change appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Jonathan Lee
A year on from the debut of the Neue Klasse-based iX3, BMW has pulled the covers off its slinkier sibling, the first-ever iX4. The coupé-style SUV will come with a hotter M Performance model, the M60 xDrive, joining the i3 and iX3 versions. The differences vis-à-vis the iX3 are mostly […] The post 2027 BMW iX4 – NA7 iX3 “coupé” EV with up to 828 km WLTP range; M60 xDrive with 612 PS, up to 777 km WLTP appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
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