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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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