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Proton Secures Top Spot in Malaysia’s 100 Leading Graduate Employers 2024 Awards

Proton has achieved a milestone victory at the Malaysia’s 100 Leading Graduate Employers (M100) 2024 Awards, being named the sector winner in the automotive industry and securing the title of Fastest Moving Employer for the first time. These honours highlight Proton as the top choice for fresh graduates seeking careers in the automotive industry.

Key Achievements

Top Sector Winner: For the first time, Proton claimed the top spot in the automotive industry category, surpassing two other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Fastest Moving Employer: Proton ascended 42 spots in the M100 overall rankings, leaping from 86th in 2023 to 44th in 2024, reflecting the brand’s growing appeal among graduates.

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Government Bolsters EV Charging Infrastructure Development with Key Incentives

The Malaysian government continues to support the growth of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, offering various incentives despite the absence of specific provisions in the 2025 Budget.

Key Incentives for Charging Site Operators (CPOs)

The Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) highlighted several incentives available to encourage the development of EV charging stations:

Green Investment Tax Allowance (GITA):
- CPOs meeting the eligibility criteria can benefit from a 100% Investment Tax Allowance for five years.
- This allowance allows deductions of up to 100% of statutory income annually.
Income Tax Exemption for Manufacturers:
- Companies producing EV charging equipment are granted full income tax exemptions on statutory income from 2023 to 2032.

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Mini Plant Oxford Resumes Production of Mini Cooper Convertible

Mini Plant Oxford, the historic home of the Mini brand, has resumed production of the Mini Cooper Convertible for the first time since 2015. The convertible now joins the Mini Cooper 3-Door and Mini Cooper 5-Door, establishing Oxford as the production hub for the entire Mini Cooper family.

A New Era for the Mini Convertible

The relaunch of the fourth-generation Mini Cooper Convertible, announced last month, brings a refreshed design inside and out alongside an advanced digital experience.

Integrated UK Manufacturing

Production of the Mini Convertible involves contributions from three UK-based BMW Group facilities:

BMW Group Plant Swindon: Responsible for body pressings and sub-assemblies.
BMW Group Plant Hams Hall (North Warwickshire): Manufactures the advanced four-cylinder petrol engines.
Mini Plant Oxford: Handles body shell production, paintwork, and final assembly.

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BYD Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Historic 10-Millionth NEV Milestone

BYD, the global leader in new energy vehicles (NEVs) and power batteries, achieved a monumental milestone by rolling off its 10-millionth NEV from its Xiaomo Production Base in the Shenzhen-Shanwei Special Cooperation Zone. This achievement, marking the company’s 30th anniversary, highlights BYD’s commitment to sustainable transportation and reinforces its standing as a global automotive leader.

Pioneering NEV Production

BYD is the first automaker globally to produce 10 million NEVs, a feat achieved through a rapid acceleration of production. The company took 15 years to manufacture its first 5 million NEVs but achieved the next 5 million in just 15 months. This milestone underscores BYD’s strategic focus on NEVs and its leadership in sustainable development.

The 10-millionth vehicle, a DENZA Z9, was ceremoniously presented to Mr. Feng Ji, the Founder and CEO of Game Science, known for the critically acclaimed game Black Myth: Wukong.

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Surviving Borneo: We Experience Borneo Safari, One of The Toughest 4X4 Challenges In The World

When we think of car enthusiasts, we often think of those with a thirst for power, speed, grip and loud engines. But the reality is quite different than that, because car enthusiasts come in all shapes and forms. (more…)

QR Code Usage at Johor Causeway to Expand in 2024

Beginning next year, the use of Quick Response (QR) codes at the Johor Causeway will extend beyond buses and motorcycles to include other modes of transportation, announced Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

Currently, QR codes are utilised by Malaysians travelling to Singapore by bus via the Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI) and motorcyclists using the automated MBike Immigration clearance system at the Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB). While no specific timeline for the implementation was disclosed, Saifuddin confirmed that the procurement process will be finalised within the current financial year.

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