Paul Tan's Automotive News
Malaysia's #1 Source for Automotive News
- Website
- paultan.org · all feeds from this site
- Feed URL
http://paultan.org/feed/
Read it in your FeedListing reader
Or add to: Feedly Inoreader Raw feed
Latest posts
-
2027 Denza D9 teased for Malaysia – new interior, more power and range, Flash Charging on their way?
The Denza D9 is set to receive a significant update in Malaysia, with the local arm teasing the latest model on its socials. No details have been revealed just yet; the car in the glitzy […] The post 2027 Denza D9 teased for Malaysia – new interior, more power and range, Flash…
-
KTM restructures Electric Train Service (ETS) routes to increase frequency, seat capacity for greater demand
Several long-distance Electric Train Service (ETS) routes have been restructured to allow multiple trips to be carried out using a single train set, a practice that is also carried out globally, said Keretapi Tanah Melayu […] The post KTM restructures Electric Train Service…
-
Honda Civic Type R HRC confirmed for the US – hotter, track-focused hatch to be shown as a concept at SEMA
Following its debut at this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon in January, the Honda Civic Type R HRC Concept will be shown at the upcoming SEMA Show in Las Vegas from November 3 to 6. There […] The post Honda Civic Type R HRC confirmed for the US – hotter, track-focused hatch to be shown…
-
EPMB Melaka capacity now 30k – faster assembly, 480 kW charging station, paint shop operational Aug 2027
At this morning’s GWM Wey G9 HEV and Ora 5 HEV line-off ceremony at EP Manufacturing’s (EPMB) Pegoh, Melaka plant, the contract assembler took the opportunity to reveal its current progress and some of its […] The post EPMB Melaka capacity now 30k – faster assembly, 480 kW…
-
Feasibility study of F1’s permanent return to Malaysia will be presented to cabinet this month – SIC CEO
After the successful hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia race last month, there’s been a clamour for Sepang International Circuit (SIC) to be back in the F1 calendar for […] The post Feasibility study of F1’s permanent return to Malaysia will be…
-
Lexus to launch first-ever CKD China model in 2027 – built at new Shanghai plant; reports indicate EV SUV
According to a report by Autohome, Lexus’ first made-in-China model will be a battery-electric SUV that will be launched in 2027. This is significant because Lexus cars sold in China have been imported ever since […] The post Lexus to launch first-ever CKD China model in 2027 –…
-
2026 MODA Sporter-S SKII SE Malaysian launch, RM18.2k
Making its appearance at the 2026 Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia is the Moda Sporter-S SKII Special Edition (SE), priced at RM18,298, excluding insurance. The Sporter-S SKII SE gets a new Black Cayenne colour scheme, […] The post 2026 MODA Sporter-S SKII SE Malaysian launch,…
-
2027 Geely Emgrand facelift launched in China – Proton S70 MC2 FL, still NA only, no ADAS, from RM42k
Fresh from its unveiling last month, the facelifted Geely Emgrand has been introduced in China, ahead of its expected debut in Malaysia as the Proton S70 MC2 facelift. Note that this is the updated fourth-generation […] The post 2027 Geely Emgrand facelift launched in China –…
-
Indonesian government may inspect BYD assembly plant in Subang, West Java over locals’ employment dispute
The Indonesian government may conduct a field inspection of BYD’s assembly plant in Subang, West Java, following a dispute over demands for employment opportunities for local residents, Jakarta Globe has reported. Resolving the issue would […] The post Indonesian government may…
-
Batang Lupar Bridge No.2 opens in Sarawak, cutting 1hr journey to 25 mins – M’sia’s tallest cable-stayed tower
So near yet so far no more. The Batang Lupar Bridge No.2 and Jalan Lidong has opened to traffic in Sarawak, cutting the travelling distance between Sri Aman and Betong from about 73 km to […] The post Batang Lupar Bridge No.2 opens in Sarawak, cutting 1hr journey to 25 mins –…
-
MINI Malaysia relaunches MINI Next certified pre-owned programme – genuine mileage, full service history
MINI Malaysia has announced the relaunch of MINI Next (formerly known as MINI Used Car Next), a certified pre-owned programme that aims to provide customers looking for a used MINI with greater confidence, transparency and […] The post MINI Malaysia relaunches MINI Next…
-
GWM Wey G9 HEV, Ora 5 HEV rolls off EPMB Melaka – over 10,000 GWM cars CKD, over 1,100 Wey G9 exported
EP Manufacturing (EPMB) this morning held a line-off ceremony for the GWM Wey G9 HEV and Ora 5 HEV at its Pegoh, Melaka plant, bringing the number of vehicle models it assembles to eight – […] The post GWM Wey G9 HEV, Ora 5 HEV rolls off EPMB Melaka – over 10,000 GWM cars CKD,…
-
Hakim Danish finishes fourth at 2026 Malaysian MotoGP, misses home podium
Malaysian Moto3 rider Hakim Danish narrowly missed out on a home podium, finishing fourth at the 2026 PETRONAS Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit. The 19-year-old AEON Credit-MT Helmets-MSi rider started third on […] The post Hakim Danish finishes…
-
Rapid Penang launches 15 EV buses; 75 units in total to be rolled out on island and mainland by March 2027
Penang has received its first batch of electric buses for its public transportation network, reported The Star. Of the initial batch of 15 electric buses in Penang, 14 are compact 8.25-metre bus, and one is […] The post Rapid Penang launches 15 EV buses; 75 units in total to be…
-
Celebrate 90 years of Caltex – refuel and stand a chance to win a Proton X90, 1 year of free fuel and more!
It’s been 90 years since Caltex set up shop in what was then known as Malaya, marking the beginnings of a trusted brand that has fuelled the journeys of generations of Malaysians. For many, stopping […] The post Celebrate 90 years of Caltex – refuel and stand a chance to win a…
-
2027 Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 revealed, gets cruise control, traction control and TPMS
Royal Enfield has revealed the new Himalayan 750 ahead of its global debut at EICMA 2026 in Milan, Italy. The new adventure motorcycle will become the largest-capacity model in the manufacturer’s current line-up, with a […] The post 2027 Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 revealed,…
-
No PSP or SP needed to install EV charger at home if no renovation involved – Selayang council
The Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) says homeowners don’t need to appoint a Principal Submitting Person (PSP), Submitting Person (SP) or building draughtsman to install an EV charger for their own use, as long as it […] The post No PSP or SP needed to install EV charger at home…
-
2027 Lexus ES launched in Malaysia – larger eighth-gen sedan; sole ES350h Luxury, 247 PS hybrid at RM366,888
The eighth-generation (XZ20) Lexus ES has finally been launched in Malaysia, just over three months after the sedan was teased back in mid-July this year. Unlike neighbouring markets like Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia that get […] The post 2027 Lexus ES launched in Malaysia…
-
2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Carbon launched in Malaysia – RM199,900, 209 PS supercharged inline-four
Edaran Modenas Sdn Bhd (EMOS) has introduced the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Carbon in Malaysia, priced at RM199,900, excluding insurance. The more exclusive version of the Ninja H2 features carbon-fibre bodywork and Kawasaki’s supercharged 998 […] The post 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2…
-
Perak KPDN received 25 complaints in Oct over petrol contamination, water in fuel storage tanks suspected
The ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (KPDN) in Perak received 25 complaints in October over suspected RON95 petrol contamination, believed to have been caused by water in fuel storage tanks. The complaints […] The post Perak KPDN received 25 complaints in Oct over…