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  • Volvo rolls out Volvo Car UX to 2.5 million cars; free of charge OTA update, for models from MY2020 onwards

    Volvo rolls out Volvo Car UX to 2.5 million cars; free of charge OTA update, for models from MY2020 onwards

    Volvo Cars has announced that it is rolling out its “largest ever” over-the-air software update, covering 2.5 million Volvo passenger vehicles across 85 countries. Named Volvo Car UX, the update brings a new user interface for the infotainment system in Volvo models from 2020 onwards.

    This update will be applicable to Volvo models from 2020 with Google built-in, and the OTA software update will be carried out free of charge, says Volvo. Models applicable include the C40, XC40, EX40, EC40, S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, XC60, S90, V90, V90 Cross Country and XC90, the carmaker stated.

    “This update is one of the largest over-the-air updates in automotive history, leveraging years of investment in Volvo Cars’ tech stack to improve life with their cars for millions of people. Our new user experience delivers significant updates and improvement in areas most used by drivers, and directly addresses the needs and desires of our customers,” said Volvo Cars chief engineering and technology officer Anders Bell.

    Key improvements offered by the update to Volvo Car UX include requiring fewer taps or clicks to reach the most-used features, easier, more prominent navigation, and an updated look, says Volvo. The most commonly used apps such as maps, media and phone are located on the home screen, and users no longer need to leave Google Maps in order to access media playback functions, it said.

    The update also brings the contextual bar that changes what is displayed according to the present situation, and shows the most recently used apps. For instance, low speed driving will have the icon for exterior cameras appear in order to show the driver that visual aids are available when manoeuvring in tight spaces.

    Volvo rolls out Volvo Car UX to 2.5 million cars; free of charge OTA update, for models from MY2020 onwards

    For PHEV models, the Drive Modes icon on the home screen let drivers access the Pure mode alongside other options, which means that switching from hybrid to purely electric driving is just one screen tap away.

    For cars with Google built-in, customers may purchase and download the Pilot Assist feature for cars which do not already have the feature. The Volvo Car UX update also brings preparation for “an optimal conversational AI experience” with Google Gemini, which will be rolled out to compatible cars later this year.

     
  • Proton eMas 7 PHEV gets 3.5k bookings in 1.5 months

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV gets 3.5k bookings in 1.5 months

    The Proton eMas 7 PHEV has collected over 3,500 bookings in one and a half months. Order books for the plug-in hybrid sister of the eMas 7 EV opened in mid-January ahead of its official launch on February 4.

    Pro-Net, which handles the Proton eMas brand, says that this encouraging booking figure ‘signals very strong market acceptance’. Billed as a practical upgrade from ICE vehicles, the eMas 7 PHEV ‘provides customers with a seamless transition toward electrified mobility while retaining the familiarity and flexibility of a traditional engine platform’.

    “Surpassing 5,000 deliveries in just two months and achieving more than 3,500 bookings for the eMas 7 PHEV within one and a half months clearly demonstrate that Malaysians are embracing electrified mobility at an accelerating pace. These results validate our strategy of offering practical, value-driven electrification solutions tailored for the local market,” said Zhang Qiang, CEO of Pro-Net.

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV gets 3.5k bookings in 1.5 months

    “We are humbled by the strong response, but we are equally confident that our focus on building a complete EV ecosystem, from product innovation to ownership support, is what truly differentiates the eMas brand. Our goal is to make electrified mobility accessible, reassuring and relevant for everyday Malaysian families,” he added.

    The eMas 7 PHEV sees a 99 PS/125 Nm 1.5-litre NA engine join forces with a 218 PS/262 Nm front electric motor to send a combined output of 262 PS and 262 Nm of torque to the front wheels. The BHE15-DFN is closely related to the Saga MC3’s engine – still port-injected, it’s been made simpler and lighter for higher efficiency, runs on an Atkinson cycle full time as opposed to part time, has just single instead of dual VVT, and features efficient exhaust gas recirculation (EGR).

    An 11-to-1 electrified dedicated hybrid transmission (E-DHT) combines an integrated starter-generator and a traction motor. The system works similar to Honda’s e:HEV in that the car is driven primarily by electricity but the engine can be clutched in at higher speeds, when petrol power is more efficient.

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV gets 3.5k bookings in 1.5 months

    There are Prime, Premium and Premium Plus variants. The bottom two get an 18.4 kWh CATL LFP battery, an 83 km EV range, 943 km combined range, DC charging up to 30 kW (30-80% in under 20 minutes) and an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time.

    The range-topping Premium Plus gets a 29.8 kWh Geely Aegis short blade LFP battery for 146 km EV range, 996 km combined range, DC charging up to 60 kW (30-80% in under 16 minutes) and 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds. The ICE can charge the battery up to a limit of 85%, and at the other end of the scale, the system protects the battery by not allowing state of charge to dip below 20%.

    The eMas 7 PHEV is priced at RM105,800 for the Prime, RM119,800 for the Premium and RM125,800 for the Premium Plus, on-the-road price without insurance. These RRPs are inclusive of a RM4,000 launch rebate for the first 5,000 customers. Full details and specs here.

    GALLERY: Proton eMas 7 PHEV Premium Plus

    GALLERY: Proton eMas 7 PHEV Premium

     
  • BYD Raya Fiesta this March 6-8, Stadium Shah Alam – enjoy a promotion of up to RM18k and RM2k Duit Raya

    BYD Raya Fiesta this March 6-8, Stadium Shah Alam – enjoy a promotion of up to RM18k and RM2k Duit Raya

    If you’re shopping for a new BYD to help you celebrate Hari Raya in style, you won’t want to miss the BYD Raya Fiesta happening this March 6-8, 2026 at Car Park N1, Stadium Shah Alam, from 10 am to 11 pm.

    Held in conjunction with the Ramadan season, this special sales event is the perfect opportunity to book your brand-new BYD in time for the balik kampung journey during the coming festive period. With a BYD, your drive home will be elevated with exceptional comfort, outstanding performance and smart electric innovation.

    There will be exclusive Raya deals, available only during the event, with rebates of up to RM18,000 and RM2,000 worth of Duit Raya* on all BYD models. If you’re a civil servant or a corporate customer, you stand to enjoy an extra RM2,000 off on selected models*.

    Additionally, if you book a BYD at the event, you stand to win attractive prizes through a lucky draw, and there’s also a limited edition BYD nerchandise giveaway, where you could walk off with exclusive Raya-themed BYD merchandise (available while stocks last).

    The BYD Raya Fiesta is more than just a sales event – it’s a full festive experience for everyone. Besides being able to test drive the latest BYD models, there will be carnival games galore, ensuring fun-filled activities for families and friends throughout the day. There’s also a Moreh session from 9 pm onwards, so there will be snacks and drinks, and there will also be food trucks around.

    If that’s not enough, how about a complimentary hot air balloon ride? Yes, you read that right! Perfect for photos and unforgettable memories, it promises to take your BYD Raya Fiesta experience to new heights. So, mark the dates, March 6-8, and head on over to Stadium Shah Alam, Car Park N1 for the BYD Raya Fiesta. Follow BYD Cars Malaysia and find out more and register your interest for the event here.

    *Terms & conditions apply.

     
  • Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia now open to other EVs – we find out why other DCFCs may be better

    Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia now open to other EVs – we find out why other DCFCs may be better

    Yesterday evening, it was made known that Tesla Malaysia had started opening up its Superchargers to EVs from other brands. This is a big deal, given that they are some of the most reliable DC fast chargers around; the move also represents the Silicon Valley carmaker’s fulfilment of its long-overdue obligation to open at least 30% of its chargers to other vehicles, as part of the BEV Global Leaders programme.

    We wanted to try out these chargers for ourselves, and fortunately I had just the car for the job – my trusty Hyundai Ioniq 6. With its 800-volt architecture enabling DC charging at up to 235 kW, it was the perfect vehicle to stretch the chargers’ legs, what with their claimed output of 250 kW. Or at least, so I thought.

    First, some housekeeping. Superchargers carry preferential pricing for Tesla owners starting from only 93 sen per kWh, but non-Tesla EVs get slapped with a fee of RM1.80 per kWh. There’s also an “congestion fee” (i.e. an idle fee) of RM2.00 per minute if the chargers are busy, applied once the state of charge exceeds 80%.

    Signs warding off non-Tesla cars remain (left), a nearby 60 kW Shell Recharge DC charger

    That’s not cheap by any means, given that there are plenty of other high-powered DC chargers – including the 350 kW Xpeng-branded Charge+ chargers at KL Eco City – that cost as low as RM1.50 per kWh. When you consider that battery capacities can exceed 100 kWh these days, this 30 sen difference can lead to a significant extra outlay.

    Tesla currently operates Superchargers at 17 locations in Malaysia, but only four of these are open to other brands. These are the V3 stations at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Gamuda Cove, as well as the V4 stations at i-City Finance Avenue in Shah Alam and IOI City Mall in Putrajaya.

    The V3 charger’s short cable meant I had to park rather inconsiderately

    It seems that Tesla has been rather strategic with its choices – the locations within the core Central area had other chargers that were either much slower (Pavilion) or much more expensive (i-City). The other two were far away enough from civilisation that the presence of cheaper high-powered DC chargers nearby would not hurt it. Naturally, as I live in KL, I chose Pavilion as it was by far and away the closest one (by the way, the stations still carried a sign saying that non-Tesla vehicles hogging the chargers would be clamped).

    Parking up, I realised the error of my ways. The V3 chargers there had very short cables that were specifically designed for Teslas – their charging ports are located on the left rear side. As mine was on the opposite side, I could not plug up until I repositioned my car to take up about a third of the next bay.

    Not as seamless as with a Tesla, but still straightforward

    Yes, for a short period of time I was one of those people, but thankfully there was no one else there. No doubt that a V4 charger – which has a much longer cable to better fit a wider variety of EVs – would’ve made for a better (and less embarrassing) experience.

    Opening the Tesla app, I was prompted to input my billing particulars and, oddly enough, my IC number. Since the Supercharger had no way of talking to the car, I could not use the brilliant auto charge feature – another area where using a Tesla would still be superior. Still, starting the charging process was simple enough – just select the charger and tap on “Start Charging.”

    Charging initiated, I looked at my phone and…what? Only 97 kW?

    Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia now open to other EVs – we find out why other DCFCs may be better

    That’s right – despite my car’s fancy 800-volt system, I was pulling less wattage than a lowly Proton eMas 7. Granted, I did start at 50% charge, but I knew the Ioniq 6 was still capable of much more than that. It was then that I realised the problem with using a charger uniquely configured to maximise Tesla’s low-voltage, high-amperage charging strategy.

    You see, Tesla vehicles charge at 400 volts, so to pull the full 250 kW requires them to accept well north of 600 amps. The Hyundai is capable of just over 300 amps, so even in an ideal world the maximum it could’ve accepted is 120 kW. That’s even before you take into account the fact that the Ioniq 6’s built-in DC-DC converter limits 400-volt charging to a measly 100 kW or so, and it’s been reported that many other 800-volt vehicles also suffer from the same limitation.

    Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia now open to other EVs – we find out why other DCFCs may be better

    As such, you will rarely be able to hit the high charging speeds a Supercharger is capable of, unless you have a 400-volt vehicle capable of that high an amperage (such as the BMW i5, which can accept up to 205 kW). We should also point out that 800-volt EVs without a built-in DC-DC converter – most notably, the new Mercedes-Benz CLA – would likely not be able to charge at all.

    For the small but growing group of 800-volt EV owners, using a non-Tesla DC fast charger – the vast majority of 100 kW-plus chargers in Malaysia are 800-volt capable – is a far better solution. To illustrate that point, I later plugged into the aforementioned KL Eco City chargers, which had longer (and far less awkward to use) cables and almost immediately provided my car with a solid 155 kW of power, despite my car being at a higher state of charge by then.

    For 800-volt vehicles, using a non-Tesla DC fast charger is simply a better solution

    All in all, I spent six minutes and 30 seconds at the Pavilion Supercharger to charge from 50 to 61%, netting me 9.81 kWh and costing RM17.65 in the process. At the 97 kW that I managed to hit, it would’ve taken me about 15 minutes to charge to 80%; as a comparison, it would take me 18 minutes to charge my car’s 77.4 kWh battery from 10 to 80% at the KL Eco City chargers.

    So, until Tesla Malaysia either upgrades all its chargers to V4 and offer full 800-volt charging, or drastically reduce its per-kWh prices to mitigate the various inconveniences, I’m afraid the move to open up Superchargers to other brands is not the game changer that we all hoped it would be.

     
  • Denza Z9 GT coming soon to Malaysia – 5.18m-long shooting brake flagship confirmed, 1H 2026 launch?

    Denza Z9 GT coming soon to Malaysia – 5.18m-long shooting brake flagship confirmed, 1H 2026 launch?

    The Denza Z9 GT is coming soon to Malaysia. This was revealed by BYD Malaysia MD Eagle Zhao at the company’s CNY cum buka puasa media event last week. He did not reveal a timeline though, merely saying that the Denza brand’s flagship model is confirmed and on the way.

    First seen at the D9 MPV’s launch over a year ago, the Z9 GT’s was previewed at the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) in August 2025 before making an appearance at the BYD Tech Discovery showcase event in November, so its impending launch is no surprise. At PACE, we heard that the Z9 GT might be launched in the first half of 2026.

    If you see a ‘9’ on a Chinese car, it’s most likely a flagship, and the Z9 GT sits at the top of the hill for Denza, BYD’s premium brand. There’s a Z9 sedan in China, but this shooting brake version is more eye-catching. Think Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo, although at 5,180 mm long and 1,990 mm wide, the Denza has a bigger footprint than the Porsche. The distance between those 20-inch wheels is 3,125 mm.

    Denza Z9 GT coming soon to Malaysia – 5.18m-long shooting brake flagship confirmed, 1H 2026 launch?

    In China, the Z9 GT is available in full electric and plug-in hybrid forms. The left-hand-drive BEV unit previewed in Malaysia uses three motors – a single unit in front making 313 PS (230 kW) and 430 Nm, and two motors at the rear, each churning out 326 PS (240 kW) and 360 Nm. Total output is a whopping 965 PS (710 kW) and 1,150 Nm, which propels the GT from 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds.

    A 100 kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery provides a range of 630 km on China’s lenient CLTC cycle and supports up to 270 kW of DC fast charging, topping the big pack from 30 to 80% SoC in 19 minutes.

    The PHEV also has three electric motors but they’re less powerful – 272 PS (200 kW) and 315 Nm at the front and 299 PS (220 kW) each at the rear, for a total system output of 870 PS (640 kW) and 1,035 Nm. 0-100 km/h is two tenths slower at 3.6 seconds.

    Denza Z9 GT coming soon to Malaysia – 5.18m-long shooting brake flagship confirmed, 1H 2026 launch?

    The 207 PS/325 Nm 2.0-litre turbo-four ICE helps juice the motors and charge the PHEV’s 38.5 kWh LFP battery. Pure electric range is 201 km, contributing to a total range of 1,101 km. With a DC fast charging rate of 82 kW, it too will charge from 30 to 80% SoC in 19 minutes.

    The Denza Z9 GT rides on DiSus-C adaptive dampers, and DiSus-A air suspension is standard on the EV. The latter uses the front camera to scan the road ahead for any imperfections. You also get up to 15 degrees of rear-wheel steering – combined with the torque-vectoring dual rear motors, it allows the car to crab side-to-side and even swivel into tight parking spaces. It’s a cool party trick that BYD never fails to perform.

    The Z9’s cockpit has three screens – a 13.2-inch digital instrument display, a 17.3-inch ‘floating’ infotainment touchscreen and another 13.2-inch display for the front passenger. An augmented-reality head-up display is also present, as is generative AI-based voice control. Under the armrest is a heated and cooled fridge, which is also fitted at the rear.

    Also available in both the front and rear are powered heated/ventilated seats with 10-point massage. There’s also a 20-speaker Devialet sound system. Boot space is 488 litres, and the EV model you see here gets a further 53 litres under the bonnet. There’s a 6 kW vehicle-to-load (V2L) function to power appliances. What do you think of the Denza Z9 GT’s looks and package?

    GALLERY: Denza Z9 GT at PACE 2025

     
  • 50,895 motorcycles delivered for Ducati in 2025

    50,895 motorcycles delivered for Ducati in 2025

    A drop in deliveries for 2025 for Italian bike maker Ducati, with 50,985 motorcycles delivered. This represents a 7% drop from 2024, when 54,495 were sold across 800 Ducati dealerships worldwide.

    Ducati attributed this to “a global context influenced by geopolitical and macroeconomic tensions in various areas of the world.” Other causes were the introduction of new commercial measures in some key markets, exchange rate trends, and a European scenario characterised by significant pressure on production costs.

    Additionally, the drop in worldwide sales was due to limited availability of the Monster, Hypermotard, and DesertX due to compliance with European Euro 5+ emissions regulations. These models will be available from February, equipped with the new Ducati V-twin engine.

    50,895 motorcycles delivered for Ducati in 2025

    In terms of volume, Italy continues to be Ducati’s leading market, with a total of 8,803 motorcycles delivered, an 8% drop over 2024. The US ranks second with 7,268 units, rising by 4%, followed by Germany, with 5,759 motorcycles delivered, equating to a 12% drop.

    For European markets, Spain recorded a 15% increase, along with Austria, which rose 14%. Outside Europe, Japan posted a double-digit increase of 11%. China, however, posted a sigificant decline of 31% compared to 2024, continuing a negative trend after a 26% decline in the previous year.

    The Multistrada, in all its versions, remained the most popular motorcycle range among Ducatisti in 2025, with 13,873 units delivered globally. The Panigale family followed, with 10,606 motorcycles delivered, while the Scrambler line-up recorded 5,814 units.

    50,895 motorcycles delivered for Ducati in 2025

    “2025 was a complex year, marked by external factors that impacted the global context, but we addressed these with determination, consolidating our presence in our key segments,” said Francesco Milicia, Ducati VP Global Sales and After Sales. “In the second half of the year, we presented 12 new models, including collector’s bikes like the Panigale V4 Tricolore Italia and the Panigale V4 Lamborghini, which have already been fully assigned to our passionate clients. We look to 2026 with confidence: in the coming months, the Monster, Hypermotard, and DesertX will be available again in our dealerships, completely revamped with the new V2 engine.”

    2025 ended as a season of major sporting achievements for Ducati, which confirmed its competitiveness by further enriching its MotoGP trophy case with a fourth Riders’ Title and a sixth consecutive Constructors’ Title, along with the Teams’ Title. In Superbike, Ducati achieved its twenty-first Manufacturers’ Title in its history, out of the 38 editions which have been held since 1988.

     
  • Proton eMas 7 PHEV features Geely global suspension tune – no Proton involvement in its ride and handling

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV features Geely global suspension tune – no Proton involvement in its ride and handling

    Suspension tuning has always been a source of pride for Proton, best exemplified through the ‘Proton ride and handling’ association. Marrying a high degree of road-going performance with compliance, it’s a badge that has been worn proudly by many of its past offerings, However, that aspect has become less prominent these days, with the element almost all but invisible in marketing chatter coming off the brand. For good reason.

    While products such as the new Saga MC3 still bear some hallmarks of that prowess, the level of involvement from the brand elsewhere has become less pronounced, notably with the brand’s new electrified offerings, with models such as the eMas 5 EV completely eschewing local input in terms of local suspension-related work, with the rebadged version of the Geome Xingyuan/Geely EX2 utilising a global tune from the Chinese automaker.

    The new eMas 7 PHEV continues on that omission path, with the hybrid – which is essentially the Geely Starray EM-i (or Geely Galaxy Starship 7 in China), rebadged as a Proton – not featuring any Proton-based input for its suspension tune. This was first indicated during the static preview of the SUV, and reiterated during the Q&A session held during the media drive of the car last week.

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV features Geely global suspension tune – no Proton involvement in its ride and handling

    According to assistant manager of product marketing David Tiah, Proton was not involved in the tuning of the eMas 7 PHEV’s suspension, with the SUV effectively running a global tune.

    “Regarding the suspension, we did not actually do any specific alterations to it, but the development team used a system called the Virtual Chassis Calibration System. It was developed by other premium brands within the group, and now our cars are using it. What it does is it puts the vehicle set-up through multiple different real-life scenarios, virtually, going through different configurations of chassis tuning to find which is the most suitable,” he said.

    That doesn’t mean that there was no feedback through evaluation from the brand’s end. “For months before the launch, we had our test cars on the road, as shown by spy shots, and during that period, our R&D team, like they do for every car, did heavy testing, running DRT (driver-related testing), quality/reliability and electrical systems testing, putting the car through its paces over thousands of kilometres, including going up Genting and along the East Coast,” he said.

    “All this was so that they could truly evaluate the vehicle to make sure that it fits our roads and our conditions, so that when the car actually gets into the hands of Malaysian drivers, they know that it’s a car that they can truly enjoy driving,” he added.

    With virtual tuning now supposedly able to ascertain the most suitable ride and handling for any particular vehicle, we asked if this meant that things would eventually progress towards the ‘Proton ride and handling’ philosophy being completely omitted in future Proton offerings.

    The answer to that was vague, but suggests that the automaker, away from more “home-grown” products such as the Saga, will likely use suspension calibration defined elsewhere, certainly for all its rebadged models. “Regarding this question per se, I don’t have an answer for you, because these are the decisions that are made by the development team in R&D,” he said.

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV Premium Plus

    Proton eMas 7 PHEV Premium

     
  • Selangor JPJ issued over 23,000 summonses for various offences in special op for commercial vehicles

    Selangor JPJ issued over 23,000 summonses for various offences in special op for commercial vehicles

    The Selangor road transport department (JPJ) has carried out inspections on 71,918 vehicles across the state in a special enforcement drive focused upon commercial vehicles, New Straits Times has reported.

    Inspections were conducted from March 1 as part of Op Khas Gempur Kenderaan Perdagangan which has been ongoing nationwide, said Selangor JPJ director Azrin Borhan. Of these, 5,053 vehicles were found to have committed offences, resulting in 23,471 summonses being issued during the operation.

    The largest number of offences involved technical violations with 4,336 vehicles detected, while 2,077 vehicles were found to be operating without a vocational licence (GDL or PSV licences). 1,800 vehicles were found to be driven by drivers without a competent driving licence (CDL), 1,884 committed road tax offences, 689 were without insurance coverage, and 3,204 were found to have committed other offences, Azrin said.

    Selangor JPJ issued over 23,000 summonses for various offences in special op for commercial vehicles

    Of the 23,471 summonses issued, 14,208 were P22 summons notices, 4,126 were vehicle prohibition notices, 3,983 were inspection direction notices, 250 were investigation attendance notices, as well as other related notices, he added.

    The Selangor JPJ will continue monitoring and enforcement operations to ensure that commercial vehicle operators continue to comply with traffic regulations, the state’s JPJ director said.

    “Strict action will be taken against any party or individual who fails to comply with traffic regulations in order to safeguard the safety of all road users. We remain committed to continuous monitoring of complaints and ensuring that vehicles comply with all stipulated road laws and regulations,” he said.

    Overall, the JPJ inspected 1.2 million commercial vehicles nationwide last year, and from that total, action was taken on 240,493 vehicles, including the seizure of 465 units.

     
  • BMW Motorrad shows R 1300 R Superhooligan

    BMW Motorrad shows R 1300 R Superhooligan

    Unveiled at Daytona Bike Week in Florida, US, is the BMW Motorrad R 1300 R Superhooligan. Based on the R 1300 R naked sports (Malaysia gets the sport-touring specification R 1300 RT in five model variants with pricing starting at RM167,000), the R 1300 R Superhooligan commemorates BMW Motorrad’s racing victory at Daytona in 1976.

    Rider Steve McLaughlin garnered BMW Motorrad’s first inaugural AMA Superbike Championship victory at Daytona while Reg Pridmore won the championship that same year. Both riders were campaigning the BMW Motorrad R 90 S for the Butler & Smith race team.

    For the Superhgooligan, a small group of BMW Motorrad employees from the BMW Motorrad Custom Speed Shop took a standard R 1300 R and turned it into a naked superbike, following the style of the 70s. This is reflected in the wide handlebars and large racing number boards.

    The Superhooligan gets McLaughlin’s race number ’83’ and components painted in the BMW R 90 S color of the time, including the front fenders and tank side panels. The aluminium sub-frame is painted the same blue used on M 1000 RR brake callipers, as are the fully-adjustable Wilbers upside-down front forks that are extended 30 mm to increase ground clearance, and the spring of the fully adjustable Wilbers rear monoshock.

    BMW Motorrad shows R 1300 R Superhooligan

    Added to the mix is a lightweight M 1000 RR carbon front wheel and a range of lightweight, high-strength carbon-fibre components from the BMW Motorrad catalogue and Ilmberger Carbon Parts. Additionally, adjustable hand levers from Advik, a lightweight titanium exhaust system with carbon-fibre end silencer from Akrapovič, and milled BMW Motorrad footrests are fitted to the Superhooligan.

    The R 1300 R was introduced in April 2025 and carries BMW Motorrad’s iconic boxer twin engine, displacing 1,300 cc. With enlarged cylinder bore and a new crankshaft with reduced stroke, the R1300 R gets 145 hp at 7,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 149 NM at 6,500 rpm.

     
  • JPJ eBid: NEK and APL number plates up for bidding

    JPJ has announced that NEK and APL are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid.

    Negeri Sembilan’s latest running number series is ‘NEK’, and it will open for tender on March 9. The bidding period on JPJeBid is five days, ending 10pm on March 13. As usual, the results will be out the following day. The whole process is online now, as it has been for some time, and bidders will get the good (or bad) news via email.

    Also available on JPJ eBid is the Perak series ‘APL’. The bidding period starts on March 10, and will close at 10pm on March 14. Results will be out the day after the auction closes.

    New car coming soon and want a nice number plate for the new ride? Why not DIY and skip the reseller’s markup and runner fees? If you have never bid for a number yourself, check out our step-by-step guide on how to navigate JPJ eBid and the techniques needed to get your preferred number at “retail price”.

     
  • Tesla Superchargers now open to non-Teslas EVs in Malaysia – selected locations, RM1.80/kWh

    Tesla Superchargers now open to non-Teslas EVs in Malaysia – selected locations, RM1.80/kWh

    Tesla Superchargers can now be used to charge non-Tesla EVs in Malaysia. This open access is limited to four locations at the moment, all in the Klang Valley.

    The following is the list of locations:

    • Shah Alam – i-City Finance Avenue
    • Kuala Lumpur – Pavilion KL
    • Putrajaya – IOI City Mall
    • Dengkil – Gamuda Cove

    According to the pricing currently on the app, non-Tesla EV owners will have to pay RM1.80 per kWh to charge their car. There is also a congestion fee of up to RM 2.00/min if the site is busy.

    The Tesla Supercharger is typically rated at 250 kW and use the CCS2 connector. To access the Superchargers, non-Tesla EV users will have to download the Tesla app (iOS, Android) and sign up for a Tesla account.

    How to charge with the Tesla app

    • Download and install the Tesla app
    • Sign up for a Tesla account
    • Select ‘Charge Your EV’ and find your Supercharger site.
    • Add your payment method.
    • Plug-in your vehicle.
    • Select a stall and tap ‘Start Charging.’
    • Select ‘Stop Charging’ to complete your session.

    If you also currently own a Tesla vehicle and you want to charge your other non-Tesla EV, open the Tesla app and tap the menu in the top-right to find the ‘Charge Your Other EV’ option.

    There is also an ongoing “Get Supercharged” promo where if you participate in a contest, you can win 1,500 km worth of Supercharging credits just by participating.

    One of the requirements for Tesla’s AP exemption when its approval was secured under the BEV Global Leaders program was that it has to install at least 50 units of DC fast chargers with a minimum charging power of 180 kW, with at least 30% of these being open to the public and for use by EVs from other brands.

     
  • LRT Kelana Jaya line disruptions due to ageing trains; new train sets expected within two years – Loke

    LRT Kelana Jaya line disruptions due to ageing trains; new train sets expected within two years – Loke

    The recent service disruptions that plagued the LRT Kelana Jaya line were due to ageing trains which need to be replaced, transport minister Anthony Loke told the Dewan Rakyat, New Straits Times reported.

    The transport ministry has started procurement of new train sets, and most of the new train sets are expected to arrive within the next two years, according to the transport minister.

    “I want to assure the public that the Transport Ministry will always prioritise passenger comfort and convenience,” Loke said in response to Halimah Ali (PN–Kapar), who asked why disruptions on the Kelana Jaya line occurred frequently.

    “Although we face financial constraints, maintenance has not been compromised. No cuts have been made to upkeep. For upcoming projects, we will consider the overall cost scope — not only the purchase of train sets but also long-term service agreements,” Loke said, dismissing claims that maintenance budgets had been cut.

    The transport minister stated that many international operators include maintenance in their long-term contracts. In the past, there were no long-term service agreements. “We now plan to negotiate with the original equipment manufacturer so that when new train sets are supplied, they also provide long-term service agreements. This will ensure a more comprehensive maintenance system,” Loke said.

     
  • Proton eMas 5 EV reaches 5,000 units sales milestone

    Proton eMas 5 EV reaches 5,000 units sales milestone

    The Proton eMas 5 has breached the 5,000 units sales milestone within two months of its introduction. This comes after the budget EV recorded 1,562 units in February 2026, building on the 3,026 units from January. The eMas 5’s contributed the lion’s share of Proton eMas’ total sales of 1,928 units last month.

    Pro-Net, which handles the Proton eMas brand, says that this 5k milestone achievement is ‘unmatched by any EV brand in Malaysia within a similar timeframe’. Unsurprisingly, the eMas 5 tops the EV sales charts for February and year-to-date 2026. It’s also No.5 overall when taking into account ICE-powered car sales.

    “Surpassing 5,000 deliveries in just two months and achieving more than 3,500 bookings for the eMas 7 PHEV within one and a half months clearly demonstrate that Malaysians are embracing electrified mobility at an accelerating pace. These results validate our strategy of offering practical, value-driven electrification solutions tailored for the local market,” said Zhang Qiang, CEO of Pro-Net.

    Proton eMas 5 EV reaches 5,000 units sales milestone

    “We are humbled by the strong response, but we are equally confident that our focus on building a complete EV ecosystem, from product innovation to ownership support, is what truly differentiates the eMas brand. Our goal is to make electrified mobility accessible, reassuring and relevant for everyday Malaysian families,” he added.

    Launched in October 2025, the eMas 5 is Proton’s entry-level EV with a rear-mounted motor. The base Prime produces 79 PS (58 kW) and 130 Nm, and offers a WLTP range of 225 km from its 30.12 kWh CATL LFP battery. The Premium churns out 116 PS (85 kW) and 150 Nm, and its larger 40.16 kWh battery provides 325 km of range.

    After Pro-Net extended the RM3,000 launch rebate indefinitely, the eMas 5’s on-the-road prices are RM56,800 for the Prime and RM69,800 for Premium. Full details here.

     
  • 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA200, GLA250 Nightfall Edition in Malaysia – both AMG Line, kit upgrades, fr RM259k

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA200, GLA250 Nightfall Edition in Malaysia – both AMG Line, kit upgrades, fr RM259k

    The H247 Mercedes-Benz GLA has been around for some time now, but with its electric successor seemingly still at least a year away from being launched here, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has seen fit to update the compact SUV with a new Nightfall Edition, bringing with it some significant kit upgrades.

    Prices remain the same as before, at RM258,888 for the GLA200 Nightfall Edition and RM295,888 for the GLA250 Nightfall Edition. Both figures are on-the-road without insurance inclusive of a four-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.

    The big news is that both models now come with the look-faster AMG Line package, which was previously only offered on the GLA250; the GLA200 had hitherto been saddled with the Progressive Line look. This adds a more aggressive front bumper, a diffuser-like rear valance and cross-drilled sports brakes.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA200, GLA250 Nightfall Edition in Malaysia – both AMG Line, kit upgrades, fr RM259k

    Mercedes-Benz GLA200 Nightfall Edition

    The GLA200 also inherits the GLA250’s 19-inch five-split-spoke AMG alloy wheels (still two-tone but with a black instead of grey finish), the range-topping model instead graduating to 20-inch black multi-spoke rollers. The GLA250 also gains Multibeam LED matrix projector headlights, a big step up from the LED reflector lamps still fitted to the GLA200.

    As the name suggests, the Nightfall Edition adds the Night Package that finishes the grille bar, front lip spoiler, side skirt and rear bumper inserts, door mirrors, roof rails and exhaust tips in gloss black.

    Inside, the two cars are very similar, with the GLA200 gaining Artico faux leather and microfibre upholstery, an AMG Nappa leather-wrapped steering wheel, sports seats, brushed aluminium trim, alloy pedals and black headlining already fitted to the GLA250. Addressing a previous glaring omission, both models now come with Thermotronic dual-zone auto air con – which finally adds rear air vents – as well as a 360-degree camera.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA200, GLA250 Nightfall Edition in Malaysia – both AMG Line, kit upgrades, fr RM259k

    Mercedes-Benz GLA250 Nightfall Edition

    Otherwise, the kit list remains identical and includes MBUX infotainment with twin 10.25-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Qi wireless charger and, yes, still only six speakers. You also get keyless entry, push-button start, power-adjustable front seats with memory, 64-colour ambient lighting, park assist and a hands-free powered tailgate.

    Safety kit is also untouched, with both models coming with seven airbags (including a driver’s knee airbag), stability control and a basic list of driver assists such as autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, a door opening warning, a driver attention monitor and auto high beam. The GLA250 adds adaptive high beam and hardware for Distronic adaptive cruise control pre-installed, although you’ll have to pay a subscription to use the latter.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA200, GLA250 Nightfall Edition in Malaysia – both AMG Line, kit upgrades, fr RM259k

    Mercedes-Benz GLA250 Nightfall Edition

    No changes to the mechanicals, either, with the GLA200 being powered by a Renault-derived M282 1.3 litre turbo four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 163 PS at 5,500 rpm and 250 Nm of torque from 1,620 to 4,000 rpm. This is mated to a Getrag seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, with drive sent to the front wheels.

    Meanwhile, the GLA250 is as per what was offered starting in 2024, with Mercedes’ in-house M260 2.0 litre turbo four making 224 PS at 5,500 rpm and 350 Nm between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm. This is now mated to a 48-volt belt-driven starter-generator (BSG) that provides an extra 14 PS and 150 Nm of accelerative boost, along with an eight-speed DCT and 4Matic all-wheel drive.

    GALLERY: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA200 Nightfall Edition


    GALLERY: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 Nightfall Edition

     
  • 2026 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES colour update for Malaysia, priced at RM99.8k

    2026 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES colour update for Malaysia, priced at RM99.8k

    In two new colours for the Malaysia market, the 2026 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES is priced at RM99,888 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. This is a price drop for the Honda Africa Twin in the Malaysia, previously sold at RM119,388 in 2024.

    The new colour options are Pearl Glare White and Matte Iridium Gray Metallic, with every Africa Twin coming with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects. No changes in specifications or equipment otherwise, for the Africa Twin.

    2026 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES colour update for Malaysia, priced at RM99.8k

    Power comes from a parallel-twin engine displacing 1,084 cc and pumping out 102 hp at 7,500 rpm with a peak torque of 112 Nm at 5,500 rpm. The two-cylinder mill is mated to a Honda Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) that provides a ‘feathered’ clutch feel to ease riding journeys.

    Standard equipment is Showa EERATM front and rear suspension, offering real-time damping adjustments across four modes – Hard, Mid, Soft, and Off-Road. Cornering ABS is standard as well, with the option to switch off rear ABS for full control over the rear brake during off-road riding, while braking is done with twin discs and twin radial-mount four-piston callipers in front and a single disc at the rear.

    2026 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES colour update for Malaysia, priced at RM99.8k

    For riding comfort, the seat on the Africa Twin is adjustable between 820 mm and 840 mm without the use of tools while the manually-adjustable windshield can be set to one of five different levels. Riding aids include wheelie control and four riding modes – Tour, Urban, Gravel, and Off-Road – while traction control can be set to one of several levels.

    Riding information is displayed on a 6.5-inch TFT Touchscreen, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. Suspension travel is set at 210 mm front and rear while 24.5-litres is carried in the tank and weight is 243 kg, with wheel sizing at 19-inches in front and 18-inches in the rear, wearing 110/80 and 150/70 tyres.

     
 
 
 

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