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10 Year Malaysian Driving License Starts From May 8th

Wouldn’t we all love it if our licence renewal was every ten years instead of the current five years? Well, now you can. The general public can begin applying for 10-year licences on Monday (May 8^th) at JPJ offices and counters, according to a statement made by transport minister Loke Siew Fook earlier this week.

Anyone who intended to renew their licences was eligible as long as they were fit to drive. The one rule is that once you are over 70, you will need a doctor’s note that testifies to your driving proficiency.

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Car Sales In Malaysia Remain Strong Despite Inflation

Despite the fact that the fulfilment period associated with the sales tax exemption has expired on March 31, car sales are expected to remain strong in the second quarter of 2023. Automotive businesses are optimistic about their performance in the current quarter, thanks to healthy sales orders and active marketing activities.

According to the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), total vehicle sales in March 2023 reached a new monthly all-time high of 78,849 units, breaking the previous monthly record of 76,657 units set in December 2022.

The month’s total industry volume (TIV) was supported by the fulfilment of bookings made during the sales exemption period, a rush for delivery by enterprises with fiscal years ending on March 31, 2023, and Hari Raya festive season promotional activities.

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Malaysian Ferrari Owner Wins RM1.5 Million After Four Years

According to a report by The Star, a Ferrari owner has successfully recovered RM1.5 million from an insurance company four years after the accident.

The Ferrari was purchased by Bespoke Motoring Sdn Bhd in August 2018 and insured for RM1.79 million. The Ferrari sustained significant damage as a result of a collision with another vehicle on the MEX Highway on October 5 of that year.

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Exclusive ORA GOOD CAT Offer And Three New Intelligent NEV Models By GWM

The sleek flagship Ora Good Cat from Great Wall Motor (GWM) was featured in new light at the Malaysia Autoshow 2023, currently taking place at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang.

The Coral Blue Ora Good Cat was parked in a camping setting and displayed a dynamic body kit and a rooftop cargo box, demonstrating the adaptability of the fully-electric car for both city driving and outdoor experiences.

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Chery Partners With Inokom For Local Assembly

Inokom Corporation Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Malaysian-based Sime Darby Motors and Chery Malaysia have officially joined forces for local assembly at the latter’s 200-acre manufacturing plant in Kulim, Kedah.

“We are very excited to be partnering with Inokom. With nearly three decades of experience in assembling vehicles of many world-renowned brands, Inokom is an ideal partner for Chery in our mission to take root in Malaysia and provide Malaysian consumers with high-technology and high-quality vehicles that are ahead of the curve in terms of design,” said Chery Malaysia Country Director Mr Leo Chen.

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Neta V: Cheapest EV In Malaysia – From RM99,800

The Neta V, Smart EV, will be sold in Malaysia for RM99,800 on the road without insurance, according to Intro Synergy Sdn. Bhd, the company’s sole distributor in Malaysia. Yes, it’s currently the cheapest EV available in Malaysia.

Those who make bookings via Neta’s website will receive a cash voucher worth RM10,000. Yes, it just became cheaper. But this special package is only for the first 100 customers.

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Future-Gen Electric Myvi In The Making?

National automaker Perodua has provided a glimpse of how its all-electric path might develop in the future by showcasing that vision through its Electric Motion Online (EMO) concept.

The EMO, an electric hatchback visualisation that made its premiere at the Malaysia Autoshow today, isn’t a full-sized study as you might assume; instead, it’s a 1:6 scale model that offers an exterior design perspective exploring an electrified future.

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The MINI Electric Resolute Edition Now Available In Malaysia – From RM205,834

MINI Malaysia today introduced fresh additions to the MINI Electric Resolute Edition, providing new stunning colourways to the all-electric MINI 3 Door.

Sashi Ambi, Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability of BMW Group Malaysia said, “With the growing passion seen amongst our customers for electrified MINIs in Malaysia, we are thrilled to be presenting these new exciting colourways for the MINI Electric – specially curated for diversely independent styles. The MINI Electric Resolute Edition continues on our vision to offer a stylish appeal to Electrified Mobility, as it honours the iconic go-karting thrill of a MINI, without the emissions.”

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Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance Now In Malaysia – Priced At RM2 million

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia today unveiled the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance, the most powerful production vehicle ever produced by Mercedes-AMG.

Bettina Plangger, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars Malaysia & SEA II introduced the car by saying, “We are excited to announce the arrival of the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE to our esteemed patrons in Malaysia. The stunning AMG GT 4-Door Coupé effortlessly showcases its sporty and elegant persona, setting a new benchmark in the world of luxury automobiles. Its seamless blend of purebred sports car performance and remarkable practicality for daily usage is a true testament to its engineering excellence.”

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First-Ever BMW i4 M50 Unveiled In Malaysia – From RM430,210

At the Malaysia Autoshow 2023, BMW Malaysia unveiled the first-ever BMW i4 M50.

The first all-electric BMW M was first previewed in conjunction with BMW’s famous motorsports division’s 50th anniversary last year, is destined to increase the benchmark for purely electric driving performance in Malaysia.

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The BMW M 50 Years Emblems will be standard on the first-ever BMW i4 M50. The car’s athletic personality is underlined by standard equipment elements such as the M Aerodynamics package, M rear spoiler in body colour, and black rear diffuser insert.

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10 Year Malaysian Driving License Starts From May 8th

Car Sales In Malaysia Remain Strong Despite Inflation

Malaysian Ferrari Owner Wins RM1.5 Million After Four Years

Exclusive ORA GOOD CAT Offer And Three New Intelligent NEV Models By GWM

Chery Partners With Inokom For Local Assembly

Neta V: Cheapest EV In Malaysia – From RM99,800

Future-Gen Electric Myvi In The Making?

The MINI Electric Resolute Edition Now Available In Malaysia – From RM205,834

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance Now In Malaysia – Priced At RM2 million

First-Ever BMW i4 M50 Unveiled In Malaysia – From RM430,210

New Ford Ranger Platinum Launched In Malaysia – From RM184k

No Jail Time for Excessive Window Tints

BMW Malaysia Announces Official Price for New BMW 750e xDrive M Sport

Bugatti and Adidas Unveil Limited-Edition Football Boots

Child Safety and Community Vigilance in Focus After Car Theft Leads to Kidnapping Scare

Porsche to Reduce CO₂ in Steel Production, Partners with Swedish Steel Company

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Production Plant Rolls Out 100,000th Car

Locally Assembled Kia Carnival 11-Seater Now Available for Booking – RM214k

Limited-edition Mini Clubman Final Edition Launched – RM319k

Porsche Teams Up with Google to Revolutionise In-Vehicle Technology

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BMW’s Automated Driving In-Plant System Moves Closer to Full Implementation

Neta Facing Financial Instability

Government Nears Decision on Targeted RON95 Subsidy

Chery Aims to Introduce Solid-State Batteries by 2026

Isuzu Motors India to Showcase D-MAX BEV Prototype at Bharat Mobility Expo 2025

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