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Malaysian fuel prices November 2024 week four – all unchanged; diesel RM2.95/litre, RON97 RM3.19/litre
It’s time once again for the weekly Malaysian fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of November 21 to 27, 2024.
There’s no change in the price of RON 97 petrol for the coming week, and so the fuel continues on at the RM3.19 per litre rate it was at last week. Elsewhere, RON 95 petrol remains at its ceiling price of RM2.05 per litre as set by the Malaysian government in 2021.
The price of Euro 5 B10 and B20 diesel also remains unchanged, continuing on at RM2.95 per litre. This means that Euro 5 B7 diesel, which costs 20 sen more per litre, stays at its present rate of RM3.15 per litre. Meanwhile, the retail price of diesel fuel in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan continues unchanged at its current rate of RM2.15 per litre.
These fuel prices will take effect from midnight tonight until Wednesday, November 27, when the next set of fuel price updates will be announced. This is the 47th edition of the weekly fuel pricing format for this year, and the 306th in total since the format was introduced at the start of 2019.
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Physical driving licence, road tax will be available from next year, but payment may be needed for it – Loke
New road tax (left), driving licence slip (right). While digital road tax and driver licenses are here to stay, the government looks like it is softening its view on re-offering physical copies of these. Having said last month that anyone wanting a physical road tax and licence can just print it themselves, transport minister Anthony Loke now says that a new initiative will be introduced next year for those who wish to obtain a physical copy of these documents.
Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, he said the move is in response to complaints from the public, with a number of people having voiced their preference for physical driving licences and road tax. There will however likely be a fee to have them printed, as the New Straits Times reports.
“In this regard, next year we will announce an initiative for anyone who wishes to print their licence physically. They may need to pay for the printing the physical card,” he said, responding to a question posed by Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh (PH-Ledang) about the matter. He however did not elaborate further on the charges that will be imposed for printing these items.
Loke however reiterated that there would be no turning back in terms of the overall shift to digital, and efforts on this front will focus on identifying areas for improvement. “Since the launch of the road transport department’s (JPJ) digitalisation initiative, the ministry and the department have been committed to continuously improving the MyJPJ application to enhance the delivery of online services to the public, ” he said.
He said that one of the improvements being implemented by the ministry, as part of the department’s digitalisation agenda, is the incorporation of a notification function on the app to alert users about the expiration date of their motor vehicle license (LKM). “This new feature will be announced to the public once it is developed and ready for use,” he said.
He added that the MyJPJ smartphone app has been downloaded by 13.7 million users so far, and over one million transactions for the renewal of digital road tax and licences, amounting to RM121 million. have been carried out so far.
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2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 debuts, new electronics
Coming in January 2025 is the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660, joining its bigger sibling the Triumph Tiger Sport 800. In Malaysia, the Tiger Sport will join the Triumph Trident 660 naked sports at RM46,900 and the Triumph Daytona 660 sportsbike, priced at RM49,900.
New for the Tiger Sport 660 is smartphone connectivity allowing for navigation and an updated electronic suite with cruise. Also new is an up-and-down quickshifter making gear changing smoother and easier.
For the riding modes, the standard Road and Rain modes are joined by the new Sport mode with sharper throttle response. Standard equipment is Optimised Cornering ABS and switchable traction control.
Other specifications are carried over from previous, with an inline three-cylinder engine producing 81 PS at 10,250 rpm with 64 Nm of torque at 6,250 rpm. Power goes to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox equipped with slip and assist clutch.
Designed an all-rounder motorcycle with commuting in mind the Tiger Sport 660 comes with a manually-adjustable windshield while the tank holds 17.2-litres of fuel. Showa supplies the suspension with a 41 mm diameter upside-down fork in front and preload-adjustable monoshock holding up the rear end.
The Tiger Sport 660 rolls on 17-inch wheels, shod with 120/70 front and 180/55 tyres, making it convenient to find suitable rubber to suit any purpose. Nissin supplies twin two-piston sliding callipers acting on 310 mm diameter discs at the front with a single-piston calliper and 255 mm discs at the back.
Inside the cockpit a multifunction TFT-LCD screen displays all the necessary information while LED lighting is used throughout. Weight for the Tiger Sport 660 is listed at 207 kg while seat height is set at 835 mm.
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2025 Kia Sportage CKD estimated pricing in Malaysia – RM150k to RM190k; four variants; 2.0L NA, 1.6L turbo
Kia dealers in Malaysia have revealed estimated pricing for the fifth-generation (NQ5) Sportage (pre-facelift), which is currently open for booking and will make its debut at next month’s Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS).
Based on postings on Facebook, the Sportage, which is a locally-assembled (CKD) SUV, will be offered in four variants. The starting point is the 2.0G 2WD at an estimated RM150,000, followed by the 2.0G 2WD High at RM160,000. Both will feature a 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine that produces 156 hp and 192 of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission to drive the front wheels.
Moving up the variant tree, there is the 1.6T 2WD at RM180,000, which is followed by the range-topping 1.6T AWD High at RM190,000. These options come with a 1.6 litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine making 177 hp and 265 Nm that is linked to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, with one being front-wheel drive while the other is all-wheel drive.
All variants of the Sportage will be available in four colours, namely Astra Blue, Meteor Grey, Snowflake White Pearl as well as Jet Black. Additionally, a five-year, 100,000-km warranty and service package will come as standard.
Features that have already been confirmed include a suite of active safety features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA; autonomous emergency braking), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance (BCA), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance (RCCA). Other bits of kit are a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an infotainment system that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Higher-spec variants will come with creature comforts such as ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control as well as a Harman Kardon sound system.
What do you think of the Sportage’s estimated pricing and specifications? Are they competitive against the many other C-segment SUVs in the market such as the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5 and Hyundai Tucson, Proton X70, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and more? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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2025 Proton Saga leaked? Photo emerges online
Are we looking at the next-gen 2025 Proton Saga? This photo was posted on the paultan.org Automotive/Car Facebook group. No details on where this photo is from, or if it’s authentic, but proportionally speaking, the short length and tall body does match the current Saga.
The fuel filler cap is on the left side. Homegrown Proton models traditionally have this on the right (driver’s) side, while the Geely-based models have it on the left (front passenger side) – could this new Saga be co-developed with Geely?
The incumbent Proton Saga is in its third generation. Born in 2016, it’s gone through two facelifts – 2019 was largely bye-bye Punch CVT, hello Hyundai-sourced four-speed auto (changed to Aisin in 2023), while 2022 introduced more equipment, minor design changes and a new Premium S variant.
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Bus involved in fatal electrocution of teen had wiring that did not comply with safety standards, says Loke
Transport minister Anthony Loke has revealed that faulty electrical wiring which did not comply with safety standards as the cause of the fatal electrocution of an 18-year-old passenger on an express bus in Penang earlier this month.
As reported by The Star, Loke said a special task force established to investigate the incident found several critical lapses in the vehicle’s wiring and equipment. It was discovered that the wiring connection from the distribution box to the socket was installed in reverse, and the electrical equipment used in the bus failed to meet the required safety standards.
Additionally, an unlicensed person was responsible for carrying out the wiring installation, which is contrary to the guidelines of the energy commission (EC). “While the bus’s structural components adhered to approved technical plans and passed a Puspakom inspection on May 20, the electrical wiring issues required immediate attention,” Loke said.
“As an initial measure, the land public transport agency (APAD) issued a show-cause letter to the operator, Konsortium Bas Ekspres Semenanjung (M) Sdn Bhd, on November 4. On November 5, the road transport department (JPJ), accompanied by the EC and the fire and rescue department, inspected the bus in Butterworth, Penang,” he added.
Further inspections were conducted on November 6 at the manufacturer’s premises in Beranang, Selangor, by representatives from the EC, JPJ, Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), and the Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM). APAD also identified another bus from the same operator with similar electrical wiring issues, which has since been issued a temporary suspension of operations pending further investigations.
“In response to the findings, APAD issued a directive on November 6 for all bus operators to cease using three-pin electrical sockets on their buses with immediate effect. The suspension will remain in place until new policies and wiring guidelines are issued by the transport ministry,” said Loke.
“Moving forward, APAD will require both new and existing bus operators to submit certified inspection reports or certificates for additional electrical wiring installations, conducted by accredited bodies recognised by the Department of Standards Malaysia,” he continued.
In an effort to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future, the transport ministry will implement stricter enforcement of safety standards for electrical wiring and related equipment in public transport vehicles, complemented by enhanced monitoring and tighter compliance measures. “The government takes passenger safety very seriously and will ensure that stringent measures are in place to prevent such incidents from recurring,” Loke said.
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Police, JPJ have road tax-checking devices – Loke
Police and Road Transport Department (JPJ) personnel are equipped to electronically check road tax validity by entering the vehicle’s number plate into their devices, transport minister Anthony Loke has said, according to The Star.
“Police or JPJ no longer look at or check the road tax sticker in the car. There is no need to physically check,” Loke told the Dewan Rakyat today in response to Hulu Selangor MP Mohd Hasnizan Harun’s question about elderly motorists, who may have trouble showing their digital road tax to enforcers.
Loke also said 13.7 million people have downloaded the MyJPJ app to date, while 10.7 million have registered for a JPJ electronic ID.
“This means that there should be at least 10 million individuals using the MyJPJ app,” he said, adding the ministry will not slow down its digitalisation efforts, in line with the nation’s direction.
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Ford Raptor Rev – premier off-road event in 1Q 2025
Own a Ford Ranger Raptor? You’ll want to look forward to the Ford Raptor Rev, a premier one-day off-road event that’s set to take place in the first quarter of 2025.
“Designed specifically for our local Raptor owners, this event promises a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the full power of their vehicles in an exhilarating, immersive setting, while building camaraderie among like-minded individuals and the Ranger community,” said Sime Darby Auto ConneXion MD Turse Zuhair.
More details on the event will be announced soon, including for non-Ford owners interested to be a part of the experience. Over 4,000 Raptors have found Malaysian homes to date.
Available with either a 397 PS/583 Nm 3.0 litre petrol V6 or a 210 PS/500 Nm 2.0 litre diesel, both with two turbos, the high-performance pick-up truck has a Baja mode that activates an anti-lag system. You also get sophisticated Fox adaptive suspension, a reinforced chassis, permanent four-wheel drive, an electronically-controlled two-speed transfer case and locking front and rear diffs.
Ford Ranger Raptor 3.0L twin-turbo V6 petrol in Malaysia
Ford Ranger Raptor 2.0L twin-turbo diesel in Malaysia
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Gov’t urged to introduce new accountability laws, SPAD replacement to reduce heavy vehicle mishaps
The recent spate of road accidents involving lorries and container trucks has prompted a transportation expert to suggest that Malaysia should emulate Australia’s move in incorporating a Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legal framework for heavy vehicles to reduce road fatalities, FMT reports.
According to MY Mobility Vision founder Wan Agyl Wan Hassan, Australia’s implementation of CoR, which became operational in 2014, has drastically improved accountability across the logistics sector. This is because it makes parties other than drivers responsible – and accountable – for the safety of heavy vehicles on the road.
“Implementing a CoR framework, as successfully done in Australia, could hold every stakeholder in the logistics chain accountable, ensuring shared responsibility for safety,” he told the publication.
According to the Australian National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), CoR is a legal concept used in the country’s road transport law and makes parties other than drivers responsible for the safety of heavy vehicles on the road.
Under the framework, everyone who works with heavy vehicles, from the business that employs a driver or owns a vehicle, to the business that sends or receives goods is accountable for the safety of the heavy vehicle, its driver, and its load throughout the journey. Penalties for those who contravene the primary duty or obligation to ensure the safety of transport activities can be up to AUD300,000 (RM875,000) and five years’ imprisonment for individuals, and up to AUD3 million (RM8.75 million) for corporations.
Wan Agyl pointed out that in the first three months of 2024 alone, 287 people were killed and 95 severely injured in accidents involving heavy vehicles, citing numbers quoted in June by deputy transport minister Hasbi Habibollah. “Beyond the devastating human toll, the financial burden is equally shocking, with road accidents costing the nation RM25 billion in economic losses last year alone,” he said.
He also repeated calls for the re-institution of a centralised transportation agency to replace the land public transport commission (SPAD), which was dissolved in 2018. He said SPAD’s dissolution “fragmented” the responsibility for enforcement and policy-making in transport.
“This lack of cohesion has led to inconsistent regulation and oversight, with many initiatives to manage heavy vehicle operations scattered and less impactful. We need a single agency that can bring accountability and leadership to these issues. Without this, the crisis on Malaysia’s roads continues unabated,” he explained.
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Stellantis unveils STLA Large – EV-first platform that also supports ICE, hybrid, hydrogen and REEV tech
Stellantis has unveiled the SLTA Frame, which is one of several platforms announced by the company that will underpin future models. As stated in a release, the STLA Frame platform is versatile in that it is both scalable and able to support a wide range of powertrains, including pure internal combustion (ICE), hybrid (HEV), hydrogen, battery electric (BEV) and range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) technologies.
The company claims the EV-first platform will deliver class-leading range figures as high as 1,100 km with the REEV and 800 km for the BEV. Such vehicles are said to accommodate liquid-cooled battery packs with energy densities ranging from 159 to over 200 kWh.
BEVs will come with an 800V electrical architecture to enable DC fast charging at up to 350 kW, which can add 160 km of range in just 10 minutes, while REEVs get a 400V system for a peak charging capacity of 175 kW to gain 80 km in 10 minutes. Bi-directional charging will also be part of the STLA Frame’s feature set, allowing the vehicle’s battery to charge another EV, power a home or feed electricity back to the grid.
Electric drive modules (EDMs) developed for the platform are rated for up to 340 PS (335 hp or 250 kW), with two able to be equipped to provide all-wheel drive. Depending on the configuration, vehicles built on the platform can get from 0-96 km/h in 4.4 seconds. Stellantis will also offer a variety of suspension designs, including air suspension, for diverse driving conditions and loading scenarios.
Loading was mentioned because the STLA Frame is intended to underpin Stellantis’ full-size pick-up trucks, light commercial vehicles as well as large SUVs. Vehicles of these types have specific requirements, which is why the platform will enable a maximum towing capacity of 6,350 kg and a payload rating of 1,224 kg. Additionally, the platform supports water fording up to 610 mm.
“Like STLA Medium and STLA Large, STLA Frame combines an unprecedented range with new levels of capability and performance to offer best-in-class range, payload and towing for our customers who need reliable and powerful trucks and SUVs, to haul their families or power their businesses,” said Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares.
“With full EV and extended-range EV tech coming soon, we’re bringing ‘no compromise’ solutions to buyers who may be hesitant on trying their first electric vehicle. We’re proud of this engineering marvel and look forward to seeing it come to life in our upcoming product blitz on Jeep and Ram,” he added.
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Yamaha issues international recall for MT-07 clutch
2023 Yamaha MT-07 An international safety recall has been issued for the 2023/2024 Yamaha MT-07 and Yamaha Tenere 700 for a clutch issue. The recall also affects the Yamaha XSR700 and Yamaha Tracer 7 models which are not sold officially in the Malaysia market.
The recall is to address a clutch drag issue where the clutch does not disengage completely . As stated in the official Yamaha recall notice, there is a risk the vehicle may start moving from a standstill with the gear engaged despite the clutch lever being pulled, which could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
2023 Yamaha Tenere 700 The issue arose from the properties of an anti-corrosive agent that a new Yamaha clutch disc manufacturer applied to the clutch metal discs since December 2022. If the anti-corrosive agent mixes with material from the clutch friction plates, a viscous substance forms under heat during riding.
This causes the clutch and friction plates to stick together, causing failure of the clutch to disengage properly. paultan.org has contacted Malaysian distributor Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) and will update this article if information is received.
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Jaguar rebrands itself for EV-only era, focusing on ‘Exuberant Modernism’ – new logo, visual language
Jaguar has announced an overhaul of its brand image as it marks the start of a new era as an EV-only carmaker, which was heralded by its Reimagine strategy announced way back in 2021.
The transformation is defined by ‘Exuberant Modernism’, which it says is a creative philosophy that underpins all aspects of the new Jaguar world. “It embraces bold designs, unexpected and original thinking, creating a brand character that will command attention through fearless creativity,” the company said in its release.
This reinvention is also grounded in the philosophy of company founder Sir William Lyons, who famously said, “a Jaguar should be a copy of nothing.” What might future Jaguar models look like? Well, the brand says it will showcase an updated design language in the form of the Design Vision Concept, which is set to be unveiled at Miami Art Week on December 2 this year.
While we don’t get to see a car for now – an upcoming EV sedan was teased previously – the company did show off a new logo. “It is a powerful celebration of modernism – geometric form, symmetry and simplicity – demonstrating the unexpected by seamlessly blending upper and lowercase characters in visual harmony,” Jaguar described. It reads as ‘JaGUar’ when typed or written out, in case you’re wondering.
Accompanying the logo is a maker’s mark that features a reimagined Jaguar “leaper,” while a new monogram is said to be a “code for expression and a signifier of a completed work” that will be used as a flourish or finishing touch.
Jaguar has a lot riding on its rebranding, as it is spending time and giving up sales to pursue this endeavour. On the latter, the company stopped selling new cars in key markets (including the United Kingdom) until at least 2026, when its new range of at least three electric vehicles (EVs) come to market.
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GWM Malaysia 2nd Anniversary – lucky draw prizes up to RM200k, savings up to RM25k on Good Cat, 07
GWM Malaysia is offering a plethora of specials in conjunction with its second anniversary, covering the entire car purchase journey from test-driving to booking and registering. So if you’re eyeing a GWM vehicle (Ora Good Cat/Ora 07/Tank 300/Haval H6 HEV), sit up and take notice.
First, the test drive. Take any GWM vehicle for a test spin at any authorised dealership, follow GWM Malaysia’s official Facebook and Instagram pages, and you’ll get a GWM x ZUS Coffee Voucher, valid at any ZUS Coffee outlet nationwide.
Ready to book? Go to any of the participating dealer showrooms in the next three weekends (see schedule below), book any model and you’re in the lucky draw. Prizes worth up to RM200,000 can be won, including a Dyson Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, LG Soundbar, Fujifilm INSTAX Mini 40, GWM exclusive merchandise and GWM x ZUS Coffee Voucher. Also, the first 40 Ora Good Cat buyers get a free sporty accessories kit.
Booked? Congratulations! If your vehicle can be registered by December 31, you’ll enjoy savings up to RM25,000 on the Ora Good Cat and Ora 07 EVs, as well as five years’ free maintenance including parts and labour on all GWM models!
GWM Malaysia has got something for existing owners, too – the company will be hosting a movie gathering with exclusive merchandise, and the public will also have a chance to win movie tickets through social media giveaways, with more details to be announced soon. Terms and conditions apply throughout.
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PDRM offering 60% saman discounts this weekend at ‘Program Dua Tahun Kerajaan Madani’ event, KLCC
PDRM is offering 60% discounts on saman from November 22-24. The three-day campaign is in conjunction with the ‘Program Dua Tahun Kerajaan Madani’ event, which celebrates the second anniversary of the Madani government.
To be held at the KL Convention Centre, the Madani anniversary event will be happening alongside the ‘Konvensyen Nasional Reformasi Perkhidmatan Awam 2024’ for public sector workers. The hours are from 9am to 6pm.
There’s no further explanation, but previous saman discount offers at events were applicable to saman excluding those involving traffic lights, emergency lane, double line overtaking, dangerous overtaking/queue cutting, accidents, non-compound (NC), court cases, exhaust modification and those involving heavy vehicles/lorries. Also not included were Op Selamat tickets. It would probably be the same this round.
Great opportunity for you to wipe the slate clean at less than half price, if you don’t mind heading down to KLCC.
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2025 Kia Sportage bookings open in Malaysia – CKD; 1.6T, 7DCT or 2.0L NA, 6AT; active safety; KLIMS debut
Dinamikjaya Motors, the official distributor of Kia vehicles in Malaysia, has officially announced the start of order taking for the Kia Sportage. It has been a long wait for the C-segment SUV, and as previously reported, it will arrive as a locally-assembled (CKD) model from the Inokom plant in Kulim, Kedah.
Set to make its public debut at the upcoming Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) in December, we’re getting the fifth-generation (NQ5) Sportage in pre-facelift form, which was first unveiled back in June 2021. Why? According to Dinamikjaya Motors, the new facelifted model, which made its debut earlier this month, has been launched exclusively in South Korea for now.
“We anticipate that its (the facelifted Sportage) introduction to our local market may take approximately two more years. Additionally, a potential price increase may accompany the facelift release, affecting not only Malaysia but other markets as well,” the company said in a FAQ issued to the media. On the mention of other markets, neighbouring Thailand and Indonesia have yet to welcome the NQ5 Sportage.
In terms of specifications, the Sportage will be offered with two petrol powertrains in Malaysia. The first is a 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four unit that produces 156 hp and 192 of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
The alternative is a 1.6 litre turbocharged inline-four engine making 177 hp and 265 Nm that is linked to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. It isn’t clear how many variants will be made available and which ones will come with front- or all-wheel drive.
As for features, the Sportage will be available with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA; autonomous emergency braking), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance (BCA), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance (RCCA) and more.
Other items on the kit list include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an infotainment system that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Higher-spec variants will come with creature comforts such as ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control as well as a Harman Kardon sound system.
We’re not getting any pricing details for now, but like the also-CKD Sorento, the Sportage will come with a five-year, 100,000-km warranty and service package. The Sportage will compete in a segment that has no shortage of options, including popular nameplates such as the Honda CR-V, Proton X70 and Mazda CX-5, plus those from Chinese brands. Would you pick the Sportage over other C-segment SUVs available here?
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