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Nissan and Mitsubishi Join Forces on Autonomous Driving and Energy Storage Solutions

Nissan Motor and Mitsubishi are joining forces to launch a new joint venture focused on services for self-driving and electric vehicles (EVs), slated for establishment by the close of fiscal 2024. Their primary objectives include offering Level 4 autonomous driving services — allowing vehicles to operate independently under specific conditions — and integrating EV batteries for home energy storage and other innovative uses.

Equally funded by Nissan and Mitsubishi, this venture will kick off verification tests in 2025. Nissan is taking the lead on vehicle development for autonomous driving, while Mitsubishi is advancing AI-powered systems to optimise routes. Based on these advancements, the joint venture will introduce unmanned taxi services and more, aligned with government deregulation, initially launching in Yokohama and Namie, where Nissan is actively testing automated driving technology.

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Malaysia to Phase Out Natural Gas Vehicles by 2025

Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook has introduced measures to phase out natural gas (NGV) for vehicles in Malaysia, marking a shift in vehicle fuel standards. Starting from 1 July 2025, vehicles powered by NGV will no longer be eligible for registration in the country, and Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) will gradually cease NGV sales at its stations from the same date.

In his statement, Loke highlighted safety concerns as the primary motivation, noting that there are currently around 44,383 NGV vehicles in Malaysia, representing a mere 0.2% of the total fleet, excluding motorcycles. Many of these vehicles are dual-fuel models equipped with NGV kits installed between 1995 and 2014, with NGV tanks nearing their 15-year safe usage limit. Loke further mentioned that some car owners have modified vehicles to use liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, posing significant risks, as these have caused explosions during accidents.

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You Can Now Own the Batmobile from the Dark Knight Trilogy for Three Million Dollars

Wayne Enterprises has joined forces with Action Vehicle Engineering to create a limited series of 10 Batmobile Tumblers, meticulously crafted replicas of the model featured in Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy. These life-sized, fully drivable Tumblers—while not street-legal—are officially sanctioned by Warner Bros., offering a chance for select enthusiasts to own a piece of Batman’s iconic collection.

Each Tumbler will be sold by invitation only, with an estimated 15-month build time from initial deposit to delivery. Powered by a 6.2-litre LS3 V-8 engine producing 525hp and paired with a 4L85E paddle shift transmission, the Tumbler promises impressive performance capabilities. While not equipped with all the functional gadgets of Batman’s original, it does feature a smokescreen delivery system and mock gun turrets on its exterior, crafted from Kevlar, carbon fibre, and fibreglass.

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JPJ Recalled 3,722 Vehicles: Perodua Alza and Aruz Did Not Meet Regulatory Specs

The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has recalled 3,722 vehicles, including specific models of Perodua Alza and Aruz cars, as well as Honda CB350R motorcycles. JPJ Director General Aedy Fadly Ramli stated the action was taken due to headlight height discrepancies on 2,518 Perodua Alza models (1500 X CVT, 1500 H CVT, and 1500 AV CVT) and 1,139 Perodua Aruz models (1500 X and 1500 AV), which did not meet regulatory specifications.

For the Honda CB350RS motorcycle, 65 units have been recalled due to issues with the wheel speed sensor, affecting the accuracy of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), traction control, and speedometer readings.

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Settle Your Summons at Half Price: JSPT KL Announces Special 50% Discount

The Kuala Lumpur Traffic Police Department (JSPT KL) has announced a special 50 percent discount on traffic summons, available from 5 to 9 November 2024. This initiative, shared on JSPT KL’s official Facebook page, aims to encourage timely payment of fines while promoting cashless transactions.

The discount applies to all types of traffic fines, except those in specific categories. Excluded offences are as follows:

Accident-related summons
Court hearing summons
Non-compoundable (N/C) offences
Dangerous queue-cutting
Use of the emergency lane
Ignoring red light signals
Heavy vehicle/truck-related offenses
Vehicle exhaust modifications
Summons issued under ‘Safe Op’ status
Double-line overtaking violations

Payments can be made daily between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm, exclusively at the Tun H.S. Lee Traffic Police Station.

Jaguar Ends New Car Sales in the UK Ahead of Electric-Only Future

Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) ambitious “Reimagine” strategy, announced nearly four years ago, is fast approaching a major milestone: transforming Jaguar into an all-electric luxury brand by 2025. While the company has not yet unveiled any new electric models, the transition away from combustion engines is in full swing. As of this November, Jaguar has officially stopped selling new cars with conventional powertrains in the UK.

In a recent statement, JLR confirmed the halt: “From November 2024, new Jaguar sales will come to an end. We have now ceased allocation of our current generation of Jaguar vehicles.” This decision means that models like the E-Pace, XE, XF, and F-Type—already phased out—are now joined by the F-Pace SUV, the final model of Jaguar’s internal combustion era in the UK.

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Nissan and Mitsubishi Join Forces on Autonomous Driving and Energy Storage Solutions

Malaysia to Phase Out Natural Gas Vehicles by 2025

You Can Now Own the Batmobile from the Dark Knight Trilogy for Three Million Dollars

JPJ Recalled 3,722 Vehicles: Perodua Alza and Aruz Did Not Meet Regulatory Specs

Settle Your Summons at Half Price: JSPT KL Announces Special 50% Discount

Jaguar Ends New Car Sales in the UK Ahead of Electric-Only Future

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