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Xpeng G6, X9 and X9 PowerX REEV (yup!) to be contract-assembled in Malaysia by EPMB next year. There's also a right of first offer for the assembly of three subsequent Xpeng models including D02 and D03. Full lowdown here.
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Xpeng announces EPMB as CKD partner in Malaysia - G6, X9 and X9 PowerX REEV to be built in Melaka - paultan.org
It’s confirmed – Xpeng will locally assemble (CKD) the G6 SUV, X9 MPV and even the X9 PowerX range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) in Malaysia. Melaka-based EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) is its…
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December 16, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Xpeng G6, X9 and X9 PowerX REEV (yup!) to be contract-assembled in Malaysia by EPMB next year. There's also a right of first offer for the assembly of three subsequent Xpeng models including D02 and D03. Full lowdown here.
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One of the cutest things we've seen in a while. This thing has one centrally-mounted seat - who needs a McLaren F1? Well, those that'd like to go faster than 80 km/h, we suppose.
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CAM EV Microvan - target launch in Malaysia 2Q 2026, based on Nextem Vaquita, single seater, est RM65,000 - paultan.org
It was clearly very happy to see us! This is the CAM EV Microvan, a pint-sized one-seat zero-emissions commercial vehicle we chanced upon at last week’s CETA & MobilityX Asia 2025. It’s targeted to…
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December 16, 2025 at 12:28 PM
One of the cutest things we've seen in a while. This thing has one centrally-mounted seat - who needs a McLaren F1? Well, those that'd like to go faster than 80 km/h, we suppose.
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Xpeng says it aims to make Malaysia a strategic base for ASEAN right-hand drive expansion.
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Xpeng in talks with EPMB to CKD EVs in Malaysia - paultan.org
Xpeng has said in a statement that it is negotiating with Melaka-based EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) to produce EVs in Malaysia in 2026, reports The Edge. The Chinese carmaker says it aims to make…
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December 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Xpeng says it aims to make Malaysia a strategic base for ASEAN right-hand drive expansion.
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"Not only do they not get commission, but for certain transactions, such as ownership transfer, they are required to make payment to JPJ" - Loke.
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JPJ collection agents do not get commission - Loke - paultan.org
Transport minister Anthony Loke has dismissed claims that the road transport department (JPJ) pays commission to its collection agents, Bernama reports. Companies applying to be agents are mainly…
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December 15, 2025 at 12:28 PM
"Not only do they not get commission, but for certain transactions, such as ownership transfer, they are required to make payment to JPJ" - Loke.
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With only a month left before 2025 ends, how are car brands in Malaysia stacking up? More details here.
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Top 20 car brands in Nov 2025 - Mazda jumps to 6th, Tesla rebounds to 7th, Chery drops sharply to 9th - paultan.org
The road transport department’s (JPJ) latest registration data is out, and besides the usual 1-2-3-4 of a Malaysian pair and a Japanese pair, plus BYD glued to fifth since October, November sees…
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December 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
With only a month left before 2025 ends, how are car brands in Malaysia stacking up? More details here.
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Proton is 12,678 units away from its 156,000-unit 2025 target. More details here.
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Proton sells 13,451 units in Nov for 143k units YTD, expects market shares of 18.4% for Nov, 19.7% YTD - paultan.org
Proton has announced that it has sold 13,451 units in November (-13.6% versus October, which is its best month so far this year), exports included. This brings its year-to-date (YTD) tally to 143,322…
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December 14, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Proton is 12,678 units away from its 156,000-unit 2025 target. More details here.
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Deputy transport minister, JPJ director-general weigh in on the Rider Gate matter.
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Appointment of collection agents won't affect MyJPJ system - not privatisation, to expand service channels - paultan.org
We’re sure you’ve seen news, as well as various criticisms, regarding the transport ministry appointing Ramssol Group subsidiary Rider Gate as an authorised collection agent for the road transport…
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December 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Deputy transport minister, JPJ director-general weigh in on the Rider Gate matter.
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The total seizure – 1,700 litres of diesel and two Hiluxes – is valued at an estimated RM105,236.
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Attempts to smuggle 1,700 litres of diesel thwarted - paultan.org
The Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) on Monday foiled two attempts to smuggle diesel out of the country at the Bukit Kayu Hitam Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security…
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December 13, 2025 at 12:28 PM
The total seizure – 1,700 litres of diesel and two Hiluxes – is valued at an estimated RM105,236.
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Maxim Malaysia says it has secured APAD's final approval to operate in all states.
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Maxim Malaysia gets final APAD approval to operate - paultan.org
Ride-hailing company Maxim Malaysia has announced that the company has received a final approval letter from the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) to continue nationwide operations, marking the end…
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December 12, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Maxim Malaysia says it has secured APAD's final approval to operate in all states.
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Your eyes are not deceiving you. We're told this is because Geely does not have smaller and more affordable models than the X/S series Proton currently sells. More details here.
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Geely to rebadge Proton AMA models for certain markets - modular platform, 50+ markets in mind - paultan.org
You read the headline right. Proton vehicle programme executive Desmond John Pinto has revealed during a Q&A session at yesterday’s Proton Tech Showcase launch that Proton models based on the…
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December 12, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Your eyes are not deceiving you. We're told this is because Geely does not have smaller and more affordable models than the X/S series Proton currently sells. More details here.
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We've told you about the X/S series MCs - now enough about facelifts; here are more details on new models to be based on Proton's AMA platform!
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Proton AMA02, AMA05, AMA06 future models planned on modular platform - SUV, MPV, hybrid, under RM80k - paultan.org
It’s no secret that the recently-launched 2026 Proton Saga MC3 is internally known as AMA01, being the first model to sit on the Advanced Modular Architecture (AMA) platform. But now, Proton has…
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December 11, 2025 at 5:17 PM
We've told you about the X/S series MCs - now enough about facelifts; here are more details on new models to be based on Proton's AMA platform!
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Future Proton models - here's what to expect from the upcoming X70 MC3, X90 MC and S70 MC facelifts.
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Proton X70 MC3, X90 MC and S70 MC facelifts soon - paultan.org
Also revealed at the Proton Tech Showcase launch today at Proton’s Centre of Excellence in Shah Alam was future models. We’ll detail the AMA models in a separate story soon; this story focuses on the…
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December 11, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Future Proton models - here's what to expect from the upcoming X70 MC3, X90 MC and S70 MC facelifts.
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Here are Proton's targets for 2030. The national carmaker also expects to close 2025 with 156k units and targets to sell 180k units next year. More details here.
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Proton sets 2030 targets - double sales to 330k, 30% hybrids and EVs, 30% exports; 500k sales by 2035 - paultan.org
Proton CEO Dr Li Chunrong has announced the national carmaker’s 2030 targets at the ongoing Proton Tech Showcase launch at the Proton Centre of Excellence in Shah Alam. What’s targeted in five years…
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December 10, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Here are Proton's targets for 2030. The national carmaker also expects to close 2025 with 156k units and targets to sell 180k units next year. More details here.
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Fifteen Malaysian tow trucks have been allowed into Thailand to bring back vehicles stranded by the Hat Yai floods.
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15 Malaysian tow trucks allowed into Thailand to bring back Hat Yai flood-stranded cars, can handle 45 a day - paultan.org
Fifteen Malaysian tow trucks have been allowed into Thailand to bring back vehicles stranded by the Hat Yai floods, Bernama reports. “Previously, Malaysian tow trucks were not allowed to enter…
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December 10, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Fifteen Malaysian tow trucks have been allowed into Thailand to bring back vehicles stranded by the Hat Yai floods.
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Learn more about the ECRL trains here - there'll be passenger EMUs and goods electric locomotives.
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First ECRL trains expected at Kuantan Port by end-Dec - paultan.org
The first shipment of East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) trains – two passenger electric multiple units (EMU) and two goods electric locomotives (E-Loco) – is expected to land at Kuantan Port by the end of …
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December 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Learn more about the ECRL trains here - there'll be passenger EMUs and goods electric locomotives.
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Transport minister Anthony Loke has said that compliance for speed limiters on commercial vehicles in Malaysia is now at 48.37% as of December 1, a stark jump from just 2.68% when enforcement began on October 1.
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Speed limiter compliance has surpassed 48% - Loke - paultan.org
Transport minister Anthony Loke has said that compliance for speed limiter devices (SLD) on commercial vehicles in Malaysia is now at 48.37% as of December 1, a stark jump from just 2.68% when…
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December 9, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Transport minister Anthony Loke has said that compliance for speed limiters on commercial vehicles in Malaysia is now at 48.37% as of December 1, a stark jump from just 2.68% when enforcement began on October 1.
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Wondering what the base Proton Saga Standard variant looks like inside and out? Wonder no more - see what RM38k buys you here.
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2026 Proton Saga Standard MC3 - full gallery of base variant; only sub-RM40k car in M'sia with 1.5L engine - paultan.org
The 2026 Proton Saga MC3 may have been launched in Malaysia for almost a week now, but this is the first time we’re clapping eyes on the RM37,990 (after the RM1k early-bird rebate) Standard variant. …
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December 8, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Wondering what the base Proton Saga Standard variant looks like inside and out? Wonder no more - see what RM38k buys you here.
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Looking for great deals on pre-owned BMW and MINI vehicles to wrap up 2025 and welcome 2026 in style? Look no further!
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Wheelcorp Premium's The Biggest Year End Sales Event in Town - amazing pre-owned BMW, MINI deals - paultan.org
If unprecedented deals on pre-owned BMW and MINI models pique your interest, you simply cannot miss The Biggest Year-End Sales Event in Town, brought to you by Wheelcorp Premium. You’ll be able to…
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December 8, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Looking for great deals on pre-owned BMW and MINI vehicles to wrap up 2025 and welcome 2026 in style? Look no further!
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The Malaysian government remains committed to Budi95 despite a World Bank proposal to raise the price of RON 95 petrol to the market price of RM2.65 a litre - PM Anwar.
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Malaysian gov't rejects World Bank proposal to float RON95 petrol price, stays committed to Budi95 - PM - paultan.org
Prime minister and finance minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has said, according to a Bernama report, that the Malaysian government remains committed to the Budi Madani RON 95 (Budi95) targeted…
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December 7, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The Malaysian government remains committed to Budi95 despite a World Bank proposal to raise the price of RON 95 petrol to the market price of RM2.65 a litre - PM Anwar.
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How time flies - we've had two months of Budi95 already, and here are the stats.
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Two months of Budi95 - RM5.16 billion or 2.59 billion litres of RON95 purchased by nearly 14 million users - paultan.org
Tempus fugit – we’ve enjoyed two months of Budi Madani RON 95 (Budi95) already. From the September 30 start up to November 30, 13.9 million out of 16.55 million eligible Malaysians (84%) have bought…
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December 7, 2025 at 12:28 PM
How time flies - we've had two months of Budi95 already, and here are the stats.
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A team has reportedly been tasked to explore turning the large VF9 into a range-extended electric vehicle, and VinFast has posted at least three LinkedIn job ads seeking REEV experts. More details here.
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VinFast considering making REEVs/hybrids - report - paultan.org
EV-only company VinFast is considering equipping some of its cars with small petrol engines to recharge the batteries and increase range, Reuters reports, citing three sources familiar with the plan…
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December 6, 2025 at 5:17 PM
A team has reportedly been tasked to explore turning the large VF9 into a range-extended electric vehicle, and VinFast has posted at least three LinkedIn job ads seeking REEV experts. More details here.
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"If there is a vehicle passing through the intersection or a pedestrian who wants to cross, you must stop" - DBKL.
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'Belok kiri jika tiada kenderaan dan pejalan kaki' sign - DBKL reminds drivers that the left turn is conditional - paultan.org
Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has said on Facebook that based on its observations, many drivers remain unaware or inattentive about the Belok kiri jika tiada kenderaan dan pejalan kaki (turn left if…
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December 6, 2025 at 12:28 PM
"If there is a vehicle passing through the intersection or a pedestrian who wants to cross, you must stop" - DBKL.
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114 bidders took part and the two highest bids were RM15,500 for a MINI Cooper and RM12,100 for a Yamaha RX-Z.
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Kelantan JPJ auctions 113 vehicles for over RM167k - paultan.org
The Kelantan road transport department (JPJ) has raked in RM167,560 by auctioning 113 vehicles, Bernama reports, with its director Mohd Misuari Abdullah revealing that 114 bidders took part and that…
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December 5, 2025 at 12:28 PM
114 bidders took part and the two highest bids were RM15,500 for a MINI Cooper and RM12,100 for a Yamaha RX-Z.
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Proton's localisation programme has reportedly introduced 18 new technologies and forged joint ventures in areas such as fuel pumps, electronic gearshift modules and CVTs.
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Proton bought RM3.2 billion worth of parts and components from Malaysian vendors this year - Zafrul - paultan.org
Investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz revealed in his speech at last night’s 2026 Proton Saga MC3 launch that Proton has bought RM3.2 billion worth of parts and…
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December 4, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Proton's localisation programme has reportedly introduced 18 new technologies and forged joint ventures in areas such as fuel pumps, electronic gearshift modules and CVTs.
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