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2026 Proton S70 gets new engine, launching on February 11 Proton's popular sedan in the C-segment - the S70 - is the fourth model to get the 4-cylinder engine, replacing the 3-cylinder unit.

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JETOUR begins moving from market entry to growth phase After a successful first year, JETOUR Auto Malaysia is now moving from market-entry phase to growth phase with further investment.

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JAECOO J5 price announced, with rewards for early buyers OMODA | JAECOO Malaysia will launch 6 new models this year, with the first two being the JAECOO J5 and OMODA C9 PHEV.

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EV-ready Toyo Proxes Comfort launched in Malaysia Responding to the increasing number of EVs in Malaysia, Toyo Tires has introduced the Proxes Comfort which is engineered for the demands of electrified vehicles.

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ZEEKR 7X prices increased by 1.6% - 1.8% Now that EVs imported CBU (completely built-up) are not duty-exempt, prices are being revised for 2026 stocks and the Zeekr 7X is more expensive.

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Volkswagen Golf R-Line MHEV goes on sale MHEV (mild hybrid electric vehicle) power comes to the Volkswagen Golf line for the first time with the new R-Line which is assembled locally.

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The end of safe, neutral colours for cars? The era of 'safe, neutral colours is ending as more vibrant colours return to help automotive brands stand out in a crowded market.

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Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV launched, priced from RM109,800! Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) joins the two fully electric models to provide an alternative powertrain choice.

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Going electric without worries PRO-NET's third Proton e.MAS model and first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) will be launched today. First 5,000 customers get a RM500 rebate.

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Top management change at Mercedes-Benz Cars Malaysia

Martin Schulz is the new CEO & President at Mercedes-Benz Cars Malaysia, His role includes management of the Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam markets. He brings over 20 years of experience, with previous leadership roles across Asia and Europe.

Mitsubishi Xforce assembly underway at assembly plant in Pahang Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia's second locally assembled model - the Xforce - is now being assembled at the plant in Pahang, with deliveries to begin in April.

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Volkswagen now has advanced 'digital brain' for China models China Electronic Architecture, a technological breakthrough developed jointly by Volkswagen, XPENG and CARIAD China, will be used for Volkswagen models.

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BateriHub is leader in aftermarket battery retail business BateriHub reaches 200 branches in Peninsular Malaysia to become the leaders in terms of direct-owned branches in the aftermarket battery industry.

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GWM Malaysia launches WEY G9 PHEV, assembled locally Another premium MPV joins the growing segment and this one from GWM's WEY brand comes with PHEV drivetrain and advanced H4 technologies.

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Another successful year for Isuzu Malaysia Despite overall market contraction in 2025, Isuzu Malaysia's sales volume gave it a dominant 56.1% share in the commercial vehicle segment.

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Hyundai Protection Plan to be offered to Malaysian customers Hyundai Motor Malaysia will offer the Hyundai Protection Plan to provide insurance coverage to owners' vehicles with special benefits.

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New logo for JETOUR Malaysia The new logo marks a new phase in JETOUR’s brand evolution and aims to elevate the brand's presence in the Malaysian market which it entered in 2024.

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DENZA still has some stocks of duty-free D9 for sale Prices of EVs imported CBU will rise this year with import duties added, but DENZA Malaysia still has some 2025 models with duty-free prices.

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Prices of Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Veloce announced The prices of the first two Alfa Romeo models to return to Malaysia have been announced, starting from RM438,800 including duties.

Prices of Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Veloce announced, starting from RM438,800 with import duties, RM228.800 without. Both models qualify for tax-exemption if bought in Langkawi or Labuan.

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Up to RM4,000 for your 20+ year old car when you buy a new Proton Have an old car (20 years or older)? You can get up to RM4,000 to offset the downpayment when you trade it in for a new Proton.

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Honda Malaysia tops Non-National Passenger Vehicle segment again For the 12th year in a row, Honda's resilient business performance has kept the brand as No.1 in the Non-National Passenger Vehicle segment,

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UMW Toyota Motor continues to expand its electrified range with the addition of the Toyota Vios Hybrid Electric. Launched today, the fifth electrified model in the range is available in two versions – Vios Hybrid Electric and Vios HEV GR Sport, priced at RM103,900 and RM109,900, respectively.

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Genesis X Skorpio Concept Engineered as a high-performance off-road vehicle, the X Skorpio Concept is Genesis' first dedicated entry into the extreme off-road segment.

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SPPF - Alternative to traditional adhesive-based films SPPF - a new Japanese-engineered spray-on paint protection system, unlike traditional stick-on films, bonds directly to the paint.

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More classic looks for the iCAUR V23 with Retro Edition The ICAUR V23 EV already has classic SUV looks and those (including existing owners) who want it to be even more classic can opt for the Retro Edition package.

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GWM Malaysia begins exports of WEY G9 to Thailand Locally-assembled GWM WEY G9 premium MPV heads to Thailand before BEING OFFICIALLY launch in Malaysia later this week.

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202x Proton Saga Cross Continuing with his series of possible variants of the latest Proton Saga, Theottle proposes this 'cross' version with extra ground clearance.

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Petron stations help in reducing carbon emissions Petron is doing its part to fight climate change by using solar energy at its stations. This will help reduce carbon emissions which cause global warming.

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LEPAS is coming to Malaysia With LEPAS coming to Malaysia this year, the number of brands from the Chery Group will be 5 as it joins Chery, OMODA | JAECOO, iCAUR and JETOUR.

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