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By Harvinder Sidhu
Bentley has named our very own Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh as a global brand ambassador. The British luxury carmaker says the appointment formalises the Ipoh-born actor and producer’s long-standing relationship with the brand. Yeoh joins […] The post Michelle Yeoh named Bentley global brand ambassador, joins Priyanka Chopra Jonas appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
Officially revealed is the 2027 Kawasaki Versys 900, a new sport-tourer with inline-four engine. The latest addition to the Versys family combines a Z-derived engine with long-travel suspension, touring practicality and advanced rider assistance systems. […] The post 2027 Kawasaki Versys 900 sports-tourer revealed – 122 PS inline-four, adaptive cruise control appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mick Chan
The implementation of the multi-lane fast flow (MLFF) toll fare collection system on Malaysian highways will incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) as Malaysia moves towards smarter highways, said works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, reported […] The post MLFF multi-lane fast flow toll fare collection system on Malaysian highways will incorporate AI – works minister appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Gerard Lye
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will work with the police to investigate an issue involving Zetrix AI and My E.G. Services, reports The Star. This comes after the commission received an official complaint regarding the […] The post MACC to work with police to jointly investigate MyEG and Zetrix following outstanding remittances to government appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Jonathan Lee
Honda is going back to basics with its next-generation hybrid system coming next year, announcing that it would be simply called the Honda Hybrid. The petrol-electric powertrain is make-or-break for the Japanese carmaker, as it […] The post Honda Hybrid announced as new name for next-gen petrol-electric powertrain – 15 new models from 2027 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
JPJ has announced that VSC and RBG are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. WP Kuala Lumpur’s latest running number series is ‘VSC’, and […] The post JPJ eBid: VSC and RBG number plates up for bidding appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Jonathan Lee
Twenty-eight years after the original smart City-Coupé caused a stir at the Paris Motor Show, the Sino-Saxon brand has returned to its roots with the #2, making its world premiere at the same show. A […] The post smart #2 – EV fortwo successor finally debuts; just 2,746 mm long and 82 PS but with up to 290 km WLTP range appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Paul Tan
A violent thunderstorm hit the Damansara area in Selangor this evening, and a video shared on Threads shows just how strong the winds were. Filmed from inside a car queueing at a toll plaza beneath […] The post Damansara storm: strong winds lift car into another at toll plaza – a reminder why you need Special Perils cover appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
After a six-year absence, the 2027 Honda PCX160 is back in Malaysia, priced at RM12,998. Scheduled to arrive in Honda Impugn X and Boon Siew Honda authorised dealer on October 14, two colour options are […] The post 2027 Honda PCX160 returns to Malaysia after six year absence, priced at RM12,998 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Anthony Lim
As you’re already aware of, the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, returns at the end of this month to the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Set to run from October 31 […] The post ACE 2026: Buy a Leapmotor B10 and receive an EZ5 package worth RM11,188, incl. insurance, tint, wallbox appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) – powered by Petronas Primax – is back for 2026 and will be happening this month, bringing great deals to Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) from October 31 to […] The post ACE 2026: Peace of mind is a standard Mitsubishi Xforce feature – 7 years unlimited warranty + free labour/parts appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Harvinder Sidhu
Xpeng Skudai is bringing the G6 and X9 to Johor Bahru this week. From October 14 to 18, the North Court of Mid Valley Southkey will host both EVs from 10am to 10pm daily, with offers worth up to RM10,000 up for grabs (terms and conditions apply). It’s a good […] The post Xpeng Skudai roadshow at Mid Valley Southkey, Oct 14-18 – test drive the G6 and X9, offers worth up to RM10k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Anthony Lim
GWM Malaysia has announced that its nationwide dealer network has been expanded with the opening of two new outlets, GWM Skudai in Johor Bahru, Johor, and GWM Equine Park in Seri Kembangan, Selangor. Operated by Auto Elegance, GWM Skudai is a 3S (sales, service and spare parts) centre located at […] The post GWM Malaysia opens new 3S centre in Skudai, Johor and a 1S+2S facility in Seri Kembangan, Selangor appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Gerard Lye
This is the new BMW Concept 7 Protection, a security vehicle based on the German brand’s flagship sedan. According to the company, the concept vehicle is “designed for private and corporate customers as well as organisations who are looking for adequate protection for their risk profile.” That’s a polite way […] The post BMW Concept 7 Protection debuts – lower, more targeted level of security; BayB standard; based on M760e xDrive 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) from October 31 to November 1. Why not check out the Jetour T2 while you’re […] The post ACE 2026: Get RM2,000 off the Jetour T2, free RM300 shopping voucher, chance to win merch worth RM2,000 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
Perodua has contributed nine vehicles to two district police headquarters in Selangor, namely IPD Hulu Selangor and IPD KLIA. Part of the carmaker’s corporate social responsibility initiative, the donation is a show of support towards law enforcement within the state of Selangor, P2 says. “We appreciate the police’s role in […] The post Perodua contributes Ativa, Aruz to PDRM in Selangor appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
Launched last month in China is the Kove 650RR, a four-cylinder supersport motorcycle priced at 33,977 yuan (approximately RM19,000). According to Chinese technology news site IT Home, the 650RR went on sale on September 13 at the same price for both the standard model and a special blue edition limited […] The post Kove 650RR launched in China – 124 hp four-cylinder supersport, priced at RM19,000 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Mohan K Ramanujam
An alleged lorry ‘tonto’ has pleaded not guilty to 55 charges of bribing three traffic police officers with RM62,900 to prevent lorry inspections at roadblocks. Ang Lie Giap, 33, is accused of making the payments between January 2022 and February 2026, with individual transactions ranging from RM700 to RM2,000 through […] The post Alleged lorry ‘tonto’ charged in Sessions Court for offering RM62,900 in bribes to traffic police appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Gerard Lye
Proton has revealed that its eMas sub-brand recorded 3,701 deliveries domestically for the month of September 2026. With this, total domestic sales for the first nine months of this year reached 31,104 units, which is enough for Proton eMas to maintain its position as the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) brand […] The post Proton eMas: 4,340 units sold in Sept 2026, including 639 exports – eMas 5 best-seller; top EV brand in Malaysia appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Harvinder Sidhu
Greatness comes in many forms, be it brands, deals or experiences. At The Great Sime Motors Sale 2026, you get all three under roof for a one-stop solution to find and purchase your brand-new ride or two. Taking place at Sime Motors City from October 16 to 18, the event […] The post Start your automotive journey with great deals from great brands at THE GREAT SIME MOTORS SALE – Oct 16-18 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Harvinder Sidhu
Chery‘s new Lepas brand, the Huawei-backed Luxeed R7 and the iCaur V25 have yet to go on sale in Malaysia, but all three are already showing up in the road transport department’s (JPJ) registration data. Between May and September 2026, JPJ recorded 21 registrations for them: eight for Lepas, nine […] The post Lepas, Luxeed R7 and iCaur V25 registered in Malaysia – 21 units in JPJ data, ahead of launch? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Danny Tan
DBKL has announced a discounted flat rate for traffic compounds that start from just RM5. Applicable to both cars and motorcycles, the rates are effective immediately. Yes, it’s RM5 for saman before the year 2021, or RM10 for tickets obtained after 2021. So, if you have a stack of ‘bandaraya […] The post DBKL offering discounted flat rate for traffic saman – RM5 for pre-2021 compounds, RM10 for post-2021 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Anthony Lim
Amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to make it a law that motorists who cause accidents while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs compensate their victims are expected to be tabled in parliament next year. The timeline was indicated by transport minister Anthony Loke, who […] The post Road Transport Act amendments covering compensation for drink-driving victims to be tabled next year – Loke appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
By Jonathan James Tan
After having been open for booking for a few months, the TQ Wuling Porta EV panel van has officially entered the Malaysian market – the little Bingo is finally no longer the only TQ Wuling on sale here. There are two variants, simply named 300 km and 400 km after […] The post TQ Wuling Porta EV panel van launched in Malaysia – 102 PS/180 Nm, 300 km at RM100k est, 400 km at RM106k appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.
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