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• JPJ eBid: VSC and RBG number plates up for bidding

  In Local News / by Danny Tan / 14 October 2026 9:34 am

  

  

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

  WP Kuala Lumpur’s latest running number series is ‘VSC’, and it will open for tender on October 26. The bidding period on JPJeBid is five days, ending 10pm on October 30. 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 Perlis series ‘RBG’. The bidding period starts on October 18, and will close at 10pm on October 22. 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”.

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• smart #2 – EV fortwo successor finally debuts; just 2,746 mm long and 82 PS but with up to 290 km WLTP range

  In Cars, International News, smart / by Jonathan Lee / 13 October 2026 8:41 pm

  

  Twenty-eight years after the original smart City-Coupé caused a stir at the Paris Motor Show, the Sino-Saxon brand has returned to its roots with the #2, making its world premiere at the same show. A massive sea change from the company’s recent habit of releasing ever–larger electric SUVs, this is a tiny city car that seats two, just like its forebear (which eventually became known as the fortwo).

  Compared to the original, the electric-only #2 has grown in length by less than 250 mm – at 2,746 mm long, it sits entirely within the wheelbase of the #1, and is nearly 1.4 metres shorter than the already diminutive Proton eMas 5. Where the car has ballooned over the fortwo is its width, which has also been bumped up by 250 mm to 1,760 mm, ensuring it won’t be quite so easy to thread through narrow old city streets.

  Still, the #2 promises to maintain the lineage’s trademark manoeuvrability, possessing a turning circle of just 6.95 metres kerb-to-kerb. And incredulously, it appears you can even spec this car with a 360-degree camera system, just in case you needed any more help parking.

  

  Built on the bespoke Electric Compact Architecture (ECA), the #2 continues to be rear-wheel drive, with its single motor churning out 82 PS (62 kW) and 130 Nm of torque. Compared to the last electric two-seater, the EQ fortwo, the new car makes the same amount of power but, curiously, 30 Nm less – making it two tenths of a second slower to 100 km/h at 11.6 seconds.

  The #2 makes up for it in terms of range. Actually, with a much larger 35.8 kWh LFP battery, it more than doubles the EQ fortwo’s figure, with a target of up to 290 km on the WLTP cycle. While DC fast charging capacity is only a measly 65 kW, the small battery means it can still be topped up from 10 to 80% in under 20 minutes. The car will optionally also support up to 11 kW of AC charging, cutting the charging time from five hours with a 7.4 kW charger to just three.

  For such a tiny car, the #2 has an incredibly aggressive-looking front end, with sharp headlights and a huge grille with “dashes” for openings. The lamps feature illuminated triangles that bring to mind the smart logo – a design cue repeated in the cutesy round tails.

  

  

  The fairly tall (1,555 mm) “floating roof” is visually separated from the rest of the body and can be specified in a two-tone colour scheme. In a departure from the pop-out door handles used across the rest of the lineup – presumably due to China’s looming ban on electronic door releases – the #2 uses conventional pull-type levers; the fact they aren’t better integrated into the design like past fortwo models is a bit of a missed opportunity in my book.

  While the tridion safety cell isn’t a contrast-coloured visual highlight as before, it’s still present, now called the Tridion Cell Evo and providing a robust structure without adding to the car’s dimensions. But it’s at the back where the #2 shows off its true party piece – a split tailgate just like the original, behind which sits a surprisingly decent 305 litre boot. There’s also a rear wiper neatly integrated into the roof spoiler.

  The whole look is finished off with snazzy-looking 15- and 16-inch wheel options. A limited-run Couture Edition model brings some of the outlandish style of the Concept #2 from earlier this year, adding Atelier White Matte paint, a bodykit, gold highlights and a monogrammed grille with “leather straps”.

  

  Inside, the #2 is just as much of an homage to the original fortwo with its S-shaped dashboard. That’s despite the fact the two seats aren’t placed one ahead of the other to maximise shoulder room, instead being mounted conventionally side-by-side – it’s no wonder the new car is so much wider.

  Rather cleverly, the seats are joined together to form a bench of sorts. With no central tunnel, the far-side occupant can simply slide over and use the nearside door to exit – perfect for when, say, the car is parked too close to a wall or another car. The centre “seat” houses a cupholder, some pop-out storage and an armrest that can be folded up to stop loose luggage from entering the cabin.

  It must be said that the #2’s interior is far more modern than the fortwo ever was, with a 8.8-inch instrument display and a 10.1-inch freestanding infotainment touchscreen. Below the centre panel sits the window controls and a smattering of physical controls, although you’d still need to adjust the air con through the screen.

  

  Elsewhere, you’ll find Mercedes-Benz-style turbine air vents (this car is still designed by Stuttgart after all), large round door grab handles and armrests, a Qi wireless charger, an optional panoramic glass roof and seven-speaker Sennheiser sound system, and even a powered driver’s seat. Neat touches include 1/4-inch mounts and a slot for attaching accessories, as well as a nifty strap on the passenger seat for securing shopping bags.

  In Europe, the #2 comes as standard with smart Pilot Assist Level 2 semi-autonomous driving functionality, with blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert being optional. Prices start at €19,990 (RM91,200) in Germany, rising up to €25,690 (RM117,200) for the Couture Edition.

  Could this car come to Malaysia? It’s a distinct possibility, given that the brand is distributed by Proton subsidiary Pro-Net. However, we’d venture a guess that the market for a relatively expensive two-seater is rather small here, and you can forget about any chance of such a niche car being assembled locally. Still, would you buy the #2 over something like the eMas 5? Let us know in the comments.

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• Damansara storm: strong winds lift car into another at toll plaza – a reminder why you need Special Perils cover

  In Local News, Viral / by Paul Tan / 13 October 2026 8:16 pm

  

  A violent thunderstorm hit the Damansara area in Selangor this evening, and a video shared on Threads shows just how strong the winds were. Filmed from inside a car queueing at a toll plaza beneath an elevated highway, it shows a car being lifted by a gust and thrown against another car.

  The clip, tagged Damansara and posted at about 6.30pm, also shows heavy rain and strong winds whipping spray across the lanes as motorists wait to get through the toll. There is no word yet on whether anyone was hurt.

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  Over in Kota Damansara, another user shared two clips at about 6.20pm, both shot from a block of flats. The first shows a red car in the car park below being pushed along by the wind as spray and debris swirl around it, while the second shows trees bent over by the wind around the blocks and a children’s playground.

  “Hujan ribut area kota damansara, ya allah scary ye puting beliung,” the user wrote, describing what they believed was a whirlwind, before warning motorcyclists heading home from work to be careful.

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  The storm comes as the country goes through the monsoon transition phase, which the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said began on October 9 and will last until late this month. During this period, weak winds from various directions encourage thunderstorm clouds to form, bringing heavy rain, lightning and strong winds over short periods, particularly in the afternoon and early evening.

  MetMalaysia has warned that this could lead to flash floods, fallen trees and damage to unstable structures across the western and interior parts of the peninsula, as well as western Sabah and Sarawak. Its forecasts and warnings are available on its website, the myCuaca app and its social media channels, or via its hotline at 1-300-22-1638.

  If you’re on the road when a storm like this hits, slow down, turn on your headlights and leave a bigger gap to the car in front. Avoid parking under trees or next to billboards, and don’t attempt to drive through flooded roads. If you can, delay your journey until the weather clears.

  

  It’s also a timely reminder to check that your car insurance includes the Special Perils add-on. A standard comprehensive policy doesn’t cover damage caused by natural disasters, so if your car is crushed by a tree brought down in a storm or damaged in a flash flood, your claim could be rejected without it.

  Special Perils extends your cover to flood, storm, tempest, landslide, landslip, subsidence, earthquake and other convulsions of nature. It’s priced as a percentage of your car’s sum insured, which makes it a small extra compared to the cost of repairing a car hit by a tree or written off by floodwater.

  If you renew through our car insurance and road tax renewal service, you can compare quotes from MSIG, Allianz, Zurich Takaful and Takaful Malaysia side by side, add Special Perils (flood) cover before you pay and get 10% off with the promo code PAULTAN.

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• 2027 Honda PCX160 returns to Malaysia after six year absence, priced at RM12,998

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 October 2026 7:06 pm

  

  After a six-year absence, the 2027 Honda PCX160 is back in Malaysia, priced at RM12,998. Scheduled to arrive in Honda Impugn X and Boon Siew Honda authorised dealer on October 14, two colour options are offered for the PCX160 – Grey and White.

  Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and every PCX comes with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects. Customers trading in the previous generation PCX150 for a PCX160 will also enjoy an additional one-year extended warranty under the Honda X-Tend Warranty programme.

  

  

  

  

  Power comes from a 157 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, four-valve SOHC engine producing 15.8 PS at 8,500 rpm and 14.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm, paired with a V-Matic automatic transmission and belt drive. Tipping the scales at 132 kg, the PCX160 carries 8.1-litres of fuel in the tank, with the claimed fuel consumption of 2.3-litres/100 km giving a theoretical 350 km range.

  Rider aids include Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), front wheel ABS, smart key start, and engine stop-start. A 30-litre volume storage compartment is found under the seat and seat height is set at 764 mm, while ground clearance is 134 mm.

  

  Riding information is show on a 5-inch TFT-LCD display and Honda RoadSync is standard equipment, allowing for Bluetooth connectivity to the rider’s smartphone, and the PCX160 also comes with a USB-C charging port. Suspension is done with telescopic front forks and twin shock absorbers in there ear with remote gas reservoirs.

  Braking uses single hydraulic discs front and rear, with single-channel ABS on the front wheel. The PCX160 rolls on a 14-inch front wheel and a 13-inch rear wheel, with a 110/70 front tyre and 130/70 rear tyre, while its adventure scooter counterpart, the Honda ADV160, retails at RM13,549.

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• ACE 2026: Buy a Leapmotor B10 and receive an EZ5 package worth RM11,188, incl. insurance, tint, wallbox

  ADVERTORIAL / by Anthony Lim / 13 October 2026 5:40 pm

  

  As you’re already aware of, the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, returns at the end of this month to the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Set to run from October 31 to November 1, the show promises plenty of amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles, as always.

  On show at the event is the Leapmotor B10. There’s plenty to like with this all-electric SUV, from its performance to its feature-set, which is packed. Powered by a 218 PS and 240 Nm motor driving the rear wheels, the B10 is an engaging steer, both from a ride and comfort point of view.

  All this makes it great value at RM118,800, but to sweeten the deal further, the brand is offering a complimentary EZ 5 Package, which bundles a host of value added items to start buyers off on their EV journey with lower upfront ownership costs. For starters, there’s RM4,000 in insurance support, which lowers the entry price of the EV down to RM114,800.

  That’s not all, because buyers will also get a 22 kW Wallbox Charger worth RM3,888, no less than RM1,200 in chargEV charging credits, a Premium Guard Elite Tint window film package worth RM1,600 and an exclusive Leapmotor key fob worth RM500. In all, the complimentary EZ5 package adds up to a whopping RM11,188 worth of savings on the EV. Surely a deal worth checking out, and you can do just that at the show.

  

  Other brands that will be present at ACE 2026 include Audi, BMW, BMW Motorrad, Chery, Dongfeng, GWM, Hyundai, iCaur, Jetour, Lotus, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Omoda | Jaecoo, Perodua, Proton, Proton eMas, smart, Volkswagen and Zeekr, among others. Co-sponsors Jacar and Carro will showcase their own products and services, while TNB Electron is also on board as a co-sponsor.

  In addition to the promotions offered by each brand, the first 200 confirmed bookings at ACE 2026 will enjoy RM3,000 worth of vouchers on us. Each confirmed booking also enters you into a lucky draw with prizes worth RM57,000.

  These include a grand prize holiday package worth RM10,000, three sets of Llumar window tint by Jacar worth RM4,000 each, five smartphones worth RM3,000 each and five DK Schweizer Prestige Leather Upholstery upgrades worth RM4,000 each. Also up for grabs are goodie bags courtesy of V-Kool, Harman Kardon, DK Schweizer, Dodo, The Carage and Kuzig Glanz Detailing.

  So, if you’re planning to get a great deal on a new car purchase, head on over to ACE 2026, which takes place at SCCC this October 31 to November 1. Find out more at the ACE 2026 microsite. We’ll see you there!

   

• ACE 2026: Peace of mind is a standard Mitsubishi Xforce feature – 7 years unlimited warranty + free labour/parts

  ADVERTORIAL / by Danny Tan / 13 October 2026 4:50 pm

  

  The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) – powered by Petronas Primax – is back for 2026 and will be happening this month, bringing great deals to Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) from October 31 to November 1. The cars and the deals are all under one roof, so there’s no better place to shop for your next ride.

  The B-segment SUV segment is a crowded one, but the Mitsubishi Xforce manages to stand out with its large size and unique styling. The spacious cabin packs more surprises, including drive modes that nod to the brand’s off-road expertise and heritage (Normal, Wet, Gravel and Mud), nanoe X air purification (perfect for haze season), branded audio in the Yamaha eight-speaker setup and some cool trim touches (melange fabric on the dash, for instance).

  There’s one more feature not listed in the brochure though – peace of mind. Buy one at ACE 2026 and you’ll enjoy a ‘777’ package that combines a 7-year unlimited mileage warranty with 7 years of free labour for scheduled services, plus 7 years of free parts to boot. ‘Malaysia’s First Triple Protection’ is designed to keep your Xforce ownership experience worry-free for years to come.

  Are you a current Mitsubishi owner? If you are, they’ll reward you with a RM3,000 rebate. Terms and conditions apply, of course, so find out more at the brand’s ACE 2026 booth.

  

  Mitsubishi is one of many brands present at ACE 2026, including Audi, BMW, BMW Motorrad, Chery, Dongfeng, GWM, Hyundai, iCaur, Jetour, Leapmotor, Lotus, Mazda, MINI, Omoda | Jaecoo, Perodua, Proton, Proton eMas, smart, Volkswagen and Zeekr, among others. Joining Petronas Primax in backing the show are co-sponsors Jacar, TNB Electron and Carro.

  Each brand will have its own exciting promos lined up for the show, but on top of brand offers, the first 200 confirmed bookings at ACE 2026 will enjoy RM3,000 worth of vouchers from us. Each confirmed booking also enters you into a lucky draw with prizes worth RM57,000. That includes a grand prize holiday package worth RM10,000, three sets of Llumar window tint by Jacar worth RM4,000 each, five smartphones worth RM3,000 each and five DK Schweizer Prestige Leather Upholstery upgrades worth RM4,000 each.

  There are also goodie bags up for grabs, courtesy of V-Kool, Harman Kardon, DK Schweizer, Dodo, The Carage and Kuzig Glanz Detailing.

  Again, the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) – powered by Petronas Primax – will be happening from October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Mark your calendars, and find out more on the ACE 2026 microsite. We’ll see you there!

   

• Xpeng Skudai roadshow at Mid Valley Southkey, Oct 14-18 – test drive the G6 and X9, offers worth up to RM10k

  ADVERTORIAL / by Harvinder Sidhu / 13 October 2026 4:44 pm

  

  Xpeng Skudai is bringing the G6 and X9 to Johor Bahru this week. From October 14 to 18, the North Court of Mid Valley Southkey will host both EVs from 10am to 10pm daily, with offers worth up to RM10,000 up for grabs (terms and conditions apply).

  It’s a good chance to take your time with both cars. Have a look around, sit in them, try out the features and put your questions to the Xpeng team, with the G6 SUV and X9 MPV side by side so you can compare them properly.

  Test drives will be available throughout the roadshow, so you can see how each one feels on the road before deciding.

  📅 October 14-18, 2026
  🕒 10am – 10pm daily
  📍 North Court, Mid Valley Southkey, Johor Bahru

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  Xpeng G6 – the SUV coupé, from RM159,898

  

  The G6 is the one to look at if you want something sleek that’s easy to live with every day. It’s now assembled locally in Melaka, and every variant comes with the XPilot Assist driver assistance suite.

  The RWD Standard Range (RM159,898) has 248 hp and a 68.5 kWh battery good for 480 km of WLTP range. The RWD Long Range Pro (RM179,963) steps up to 292 hp and an 80.8 kWh pack for 525 km, while the AWD Performance (RM191,473) adds a second motor for 480 hp and 510 km of range.

  Xpeng X9 – the seven-seat MPV, from RM281,133

  

  The X9 is the one for more space and passenger comfort. The facelifted MPV gets rear-wheel steering and dual-chamber air suspension as standard, along with Nappa leather, powered sliding doors and ventilated, heated second-row “sofa” seats.

  The 2WD Standard Range (RM281,133) has 315 hp and a 94.8 kWh battery for 535 km of WLTP range, and the 2WD Long Range (RM299,133) gets a 110 kWh pack for up to 615 km. The AWD Performance (RM335,723) has 496 hp and 580 km of range. All three can be DC fast-charged from 10 to 80% in 12 minutes.

  Prices quoted are on-the-road without insurance for private buyers. Both models come with a five-year/120,000 km vehicle warranty, an eight-year/160,000 km warranty for the high-voltage battery and motor, plus complimentary scheduled servicing for five years or 100,000 km.

  Get a personalised quotation

  The Xpeng team will be at the roadshow to take you through both models, arrange your test drive and prepare a personalised quotation that includes the roadshow offers.

  Can’t make it to Southkey this week? Request your personalised Xpeng quotation here, and the Xpeng team will get in touch via WhatsApp.

   

• GWM Malaysia opens new 3S centre in Skudai, Johor and a 1S+2S facility in Seri Kembangan, Selangor

  In Cars, GWM, Local News / by Anthony Lim / 13 October 2026 4:41 pm

  

  GWM Malaysia has announced that its nationwide dealer network has been expanded with the opening of two new outlets, GWM Skudai in Johor Bahru, Johor, and GWM Equine Park in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.

  Operated by Auto Elegance, GWM Skudai is a 3S (sales, service and spare parts) centre located at 197 & 199, Batu 4 1/2, Skudai Highway, Kampung Skudai Kiri, Johor Bahru. Strategically positioned to serve customers across Skudai, Iskandar Puteri and neighbouring communities, the facility spans approximately 22,006 sq ft and is manned by a staff complement of around 40 personnel.

  The showroom features five vehicle display spaces and a customer lounge, and there is also a dedicated vehicle delivery bay. The outlet also has an EV charging station, while its service centre – which has three service bays – has the capacity to support the servicing of approximately 150 vehicles per month.

  The Skudai 3S centre showroom is open from 9am to 6pm the whole week, while the service centre operates from 9am to 6pm on Mondays to Fridays, and from 9am to 1pm on Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.

  As for GWM Equine Park, it’s a 1S+2S sales and aftersales facility split across two dedicated premises, with a combined built-up area of approximately 9,431 sq ft. Operated by Golden Admiral Motors, its showroom is located at Zeva Boulevard, ZV-10-G, ZV-11-G & ZV-12-G, Persiaran Pinggiran Putra, Taman Pinggiran Putra, Seri Kembangan.

  

  The showroom covers approximately 5,770 sq ft and can accommodate up to seven display vehicles, and this is complemented by an additional alfresco and test-drive display space. The facility also has dedicated vehicle delivery and customer waiting areas. The showroom is open from 9am to 7pm on Mondays to Saturdays and from 10am to 5pm on Sundays.

  The dedicated 3,661 sq ft service centre, which is located at 2-1, Jalan Equine 10B, Taman Equine, Seri Kembangan, features four vehicle hoists, tyre balancing and wheel alignment facilities and diagnostic equipment, offering it workshop capability to support the brand’s various vehicle technologies. Operating hours are from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm on Mondays to Fridays, and from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm on Saturdays.

  The addition of the two new facilities brings the company’s nationwide network to 40 plus outlets. The network expansion comes as the brand continues to strengthen its market presence, with the company adding that as of the end of Q3 this year, it has recorded 5,165 vehicle deliveries, representing a 33% year-on-year increase.

  “As GWM continues to grow in Malaysia, our priority is not simply to add more locations, but to make our products and services more accessible while delivering a consistent experience at every customer touchpoint. Strong dealer partners are essential to this growth, connecting us more closely with customers and supporting them throughout their ownership journey,” said GWM Malaysia MD Stan Li Hao.

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• BMW Concept 7 Protection debuts – lower, more targeted level of security; BayB standard; based on M760e xDrive

  In BMW, Cars, International News / by Gerard Lye / 13 October 2026 3:45 pm

  

  This is the new BMW Concept 7 Protection, a security vehicle based on the German brand’s flagship sedan. According to the company, the concept vehicle is “designed for private and corporate customers as well as organisations who are looking for adequate protection for their risk profile.”

  That’s a polite way of saying if you’re not that important of an individual like a royal, head of state or VVIP, this car offers enough security at a more suitable budget. This is because the Concept 7 Protection has a lower, more targeted level of security compared to cars like the 7 Series Protection and X5 Protection VR6, both of which are full high-security models that require heavy-duty engineering as well as specialised materials.

  The Concept 7 Protection is based on the M760e xDrive, to which BMW adds bulletproof glass as well as various type of ballistic steel and fibre-reinforced composites, the latter making its way into the overlaps between the doors, glazing and bodywork. You’ll also notice the rear triangular windows are a little different from a standard 7 Series, and that’s because it gets additional armour protection.

  Meanwhile, the roof retains its panoramic glass but this no longer comes with tilting and sliding functionality as there’s an additional layer of said composites. The car’s bulkhead and rear wall are also fully integrated into the ballistic protection concept. To round things off, there are transparent and selected opaque sections for the passenger compartment to maintain privacy.

  

  With all these measures, BMW says the Concept 7 Protection complies with the new BayB standard and provides protection against selected, particularly common handgun ammunition like the 9×19 mm and .44 Magnum. Should you require blast protection, BMW will guide you to its other models offering a higher protection level.

  Given the variant it is based on, there is a plug-in hybrid powertrain based around a 3.0 litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine that is accompanied by an electric motor, eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission and all-wheel drive system.

  Total system output is 612 PS (603 hp or 450 kW) and 800 Nm of torque, and the car’s chassis, brakes, drive and driver assistance systems have all been calibrated to take into account the additional protection features.

  

  

  

  

  Inside, occupants can communicate with persons outside the vehicle while the doors and windows are closed through an intercom system. This is supplemented by an attack alarm system, which triggers visual and audible alerts. When engaged, the front and rear side windows can still be operated electronically, but they cannot be fully opened.

  An interesting titbit inside BMW’s release is the BMW Individual rear console with a foldable table and cool box, which is making its first debut in the Concept 7 Protection before making its way to the standard 7 Series line-up in the second half of next year. Merino leather in Smoke White from the BMW Individual catalogue as well as an Alcantara headliner and interior trim are all standard, along with sun protection glazing and electronically operated sunblinds.

  For now, BMW isn’t revealing pricing for the Concept 7 Protection but the company says the model provides an insight into the potential expansion of the BMW Protection portfolio for additional user profiles, particularly in European markets.

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• ACE 2026: Get RM2,000 off the Jetour T2, free RM300 shopping voucher, chance to win merch worth RM2,000

  ADVERTORIAL / by Jonathan James Tan / 13 October 2026 3:02 pm

  

  The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is back for 2026! If seriously irresistible deals on wheels make you squeal, you simply need to be at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) from October 31 to November 1.

  Why not check out the Jetour T2 while you’re there? The popular boxy off-roader boasts a 245 PS/375 Nm 2.0 litre turbo engine, a seven-speed wet DCT and all-wheel drive, as well as 12 Sony speakers, powered/ventilated front seats, a 50-watt wireless charger, an integrated dashcam, a panoramic glass roof, six airbags and Level 2 ADAS.

  Not enough reasons to get one? How about a RM2,000 rebate to bring the price down to RM156,800? You’ll also take a RM300 shopping voucher if, and only if, you book the car at ACE 2026.

  Still need more reasons to take the plunge? My friend, you drive a hard bargain. Book at ACE 2026 and you stand a chance to win Jetour Life merchandise worth RM2,000. All the above deals stand as long as your vehicle is registered before 2026 ends.

  

  You’ll also see at ACE 2026 Audi, BMW, BMW Motorrad, Chery, Dongfeng, GWM, Hyundai, iCaur, Leapmotor, Lotus, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Omoda | Jaecoo, Perodua, Proton, Proton eMas, smart, Volkswagen and Zeekr, among others. Co-sponsors Jacar and Carro will showcase their own products and services, while TNB Electron is also on board as a co-sponsor.

  Each brand will have its own exciting promos lined up for the show, and on top of that, the first 200 confirmed bookings at ACE 2026 will enjoy RM3,000 worth of vouchers on us. Each confirmed booking also enters you into a lucky draw with prizes worth RM57,000. That includes a grand prize holiday package worth RM10,000, three sets of Llumar window tint by Jacar worth RM4,000 each, five smartphones worth RM3,000 each and five DK Schweizer Prestige Leather Upholstery upgrades worth RM4,000 each.

  There are also goodie bags up for grabs, courtesy of V-Kool, Harman Kardon, DK Schweizer, Dodo, The Carage and Kuzig Glanz Detailing.

  Again, the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, will be happening from October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Learn more on the ACE 2026 microsite. Be there or be square!

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• Perodua contributes Ativa, Aruz to PDRM in Selangor

  In Cars, Local News, Perodua / by Danny Tan / 13 October 2026 2:09 pm

  

  Perodua has contributed nine vehicles to two district police headquarters in Selangor, namely IPD Hulu Selangor and IPD KLIA. Part of the carmaker’s corporate social responsibility initiative, the donation is a show of support towards law enforcement within the state of Selangor, P2 says.

  “We appreciate the police’s role in the safety of the country, and we value their sacrifice and dedication when performing their duties. We hope our contribution will help in their efforts to serve the public,” said Perodua president and CEO Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad, who handed over mock keys to Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar yesterday.

  The delivery of vehicles began in April this year, with the first three units of the turbocharged Ativa given to IPD Hulu Selangor. The remaining six units were handed over in a ceremony held at Kuala Kubu Bharu yesterday. In total, P2 contributed seven units of the Ativa and two units of the Aruz in this batch.

  This batch, because since 2019, the Malaysian market leader has contributed 21 vehicles to various district police headquarters in Selangor. In 2019, P2 handed over two units of the Bezza, and in 2022, it gave four Myvis to the cops. Six units of of various Perodua models were donated to PDRM in 2024.

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• Kove 650RR launched in China – 124 hp four-cylinder supersport, priced at RM19,000

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Kove / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 October 2026 2:05 pm

  

  Launched last month in China is the Kove 650RR, a four-cylinder supersport motorcycle priced at 33,977 yuan (approximately RM19,000). According to Chinese technology news site IT Home, the 650RR went on sale on September 13 at the same price for both the standard model and a special blue edition limited to 777 units.

  The 650RR is claimed to reach 100 km/h from a standstill in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 260 km/h. In Malaysia, Kove is represented by MDua Motor, a subsidiary of AFY Mobility Industries, who also distribute Suzuki, MV Agusta and Fantic, while a check with a source inside AFY was unable to confirm if the 650RR would be brought into the country.

  Power for the 650RR comes from a liquid-cooled inline-four, 645 cc engine with a 15,000 rpm redline producing 124 PS and 69 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed gearbox and slipper clutch. Kove claims a kerb weight of 188 kg, with the engine housed in an aluminium frame weighing 11 kg.

  

  The 650RR comes equipped with a six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU), enabling lean-sensitive traction control, wheelie control and cornering ABS. Other features include a quickshifter, cruise control, tyre-pressure monitoring and a TFT instrument display.

  Rider assistance systems include blind-spot monitoring and lane-change assistance. Suspension is fully adjustable, while braking is handled by dual front discs with four-piston callipers and a single rear disc.

  At this price point, the Kove is positioned as a lower-cost alternative to established Japanese four-cylinder supersports motorcycles. The company is also preparing the model for competition in the 2027 World Supersport Championship.

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• Alleged lorry ‘tonto’ charged in Sessions Court for offering RM62,900 in bribes to traffic police

  In Local News / by Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 October 2026 1:02 pm

  

  An alleged lorry ‘tonto’ has pleaded not guilty to 55 charges of bribing three traffic police officers with RM62,900 to prevent lorry inspections at roadblocks. Ang Lie Giap, 33, is accused of making the payments between January 2022 and February 2026, with individual transactions ranging from RM700 to RM2,000 through bank branches in Klang and Setia Alam.

  The officers were attached to the Petaling Jaya district police headquarters, Negri Sembilan contingent police headquarters and the Kesas Expressway EMPV patrol office. In a separate case, logistics manager R Yuvarajakumar, 42, pleaded not guilty to 16 charges of bribing a Road Transport Department (JPJ) enforcement assistant with RM4,200 between May 2023 and October 2024.

  The payments were allegedly made through several transactions into bank accounts belonging to a woman, with the aim of preventing the Wangsa Maju JPJ officer from inspecting lorries. Both men were charged under Section 17(b) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009.

  If convicted, they face up to 20 years in prison and a fine of at least five times the value of the bribe, or RM10,000, whichever is higher. The Sessions Court granted Ang bail of RM15,000 and Yuvarajakumar bail of RM5,000, with one surety each.

  Both must report to the MACC monthly and refrain from interfering with witnesses while Yuvarajakumar was also ordered to surrender his passport. The court fixed December 3 for mention of both cases.

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• Proton eMas: 4,340 units sold in Sept 2026, including 639 exports – eMas 5 best-seller; top EV brand in Malaysia

  In Cars, Local News, Proton / by Gerard Lye / 13 October 2026 12:36 pm

  

  Proton has revealed that its eMas sub-brand recorded 3,701 deliveries domestically for the month of September 2026. With this, total domestic sales for the first nine months of this year reached 31,104 units, which is enough for Proton eMas to maintain its position as the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) brand in the country with a 46.4% share of the local EV market.

  Unsurprisingly, the eMas 5 was the brand’s best-selling model with 2,490 units sold in September, bringing its year-to-date (YTD) total to 20,327 units. Next is the eMas 7 PHEV with 685 units (6,247 YTD), while the eMas 7 recorded 526 units (4,530 YTD).

  When factoring in exports, Proton eMas combined deliveries hit 4,340 units in September, of which 639 units were exported. This is the highest-ever monthly export performance for the brand and brings its YTD export tally from January to September to 1,096 units. Simple math indicates that prior to September, Proton eMas exports totalled just 457 units from January to August.

  As seen domestically, the eMas 5 was the brand’s most exported model in September with 358 units, followed by the eMas 7 with 276 units. Exports of the eMas 7 PHEV only started in September, with just five units being recorded.

  

  According to the company, cumulative sales has reached 41,749 units worldwide since the launch of the of the eMas 7 in December 2024, with 39,994 units sold domestically while 1,755 units were exported.

  “Surpassing 32,000 sales in just nine months, reaching more than 40,000 cumulative deliveries and recording our highest-ever monthly export volume are significant milestones for Proton eMas, and we are grateful to our customers for the trust and support they have given us,” said Zhang Qiang, CEO of Pro-Net.

  “Their confidence has been instrumental in our growth, and as we move into our next phase, we remain committed to delivering not only compelling EV products, but also a stronger ownership and aftersales experience for every Proton eMas customer,” he added.

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• Start your automotive journey with great deals from great brands at THE GREAT SIME MOTORS SALE – Oct 16-18

  ADVERTORIAL / by Harvinder Sidhu / 13 October 2026 12:35 pm

  

  Greatness comes in many forms, be it brands, deals or experiences. At The Great Sime Motors Sale 2026, you get all three under roof for a one-stop solution to find and purchase your brand-new ride or two.

  Taking place at Sime Motors City from October 16 to 18, the event has something for everyone. For BMW fans, enjoy a special cash rebate with BMW Financial Services as well as interest rates from as low as 1.68%.

  The BMW line-up is varied and includes the BMW iX1L, an electric SUV designed with an extra-long wheelbase for exceptional rear legroom and practicality. The BMW iX1L is perfect if you’re looking to make the switch to an electric vehicle (EV), as it covers your daily trips with ease with a WLTP-rated range of 433 km, all while providing a level of luxury that is the hallmark of the German marque.

  Also available is the BMW 530i, a staple executive sedan that blends comfort with dynamic performance. Exuding prestige and sophistication, the BMW 530i also features advanced technologies and premium craftsmanship for an unforgettable time behind the wheel. Whichever BMW you fall in love with, peace of mind is assured with a complimentary five-year BMW Service & Repair Inclusive (BSRI) package.

  If a daily injection of fun is what you seek, the MINI Countryman is both versatile and practical, while also delivering an agile driving experience. Whether you’re travelling alone or with family and their luggage, weekend adventures become more exciting with this statement on the road.

  For those who prefer a more manageable size, the MINI Aceman with its compact yet bold design makes navigating the city a breeze. Positioned between the MINI Cooper and Countryman, the MINI Aceman is filled with digital-rich experiences and is 100% electric to amplify the famous go-kart feeling that MINI is known for.

  Well, you can look forward to exclusive cash rebates as well as interest rates from as low as 0.88% when you obtain your new MINI through BMW Financial Services. A complimentary car sticker awaits buyers, with early birds also receiving a complimentary Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine.

  Those who prefer two-wheelers will be spoilt for choice at BMW Motorrad. Need a superbike with racing DNA? The BMW S 1000 RR is the dream bike for riders who crave speed, precision and an adrenaline rush.

  Want a premium urban mobility solution for daily commuting instead? Look no further than the BMW C 400 GT that is comfortable and easy to ride in city traffic, while also practical with generous storage space.

  Should your journeys bring you through diverse environments, the BMW R 1300 GS is built for adventures with its power, lightness and capability to deal with cities, highways and even cross-border trips. Find the BMW Motorrad that matches your adventurer profile and enjoy rebates of up to RM15,000 and interest rates from as low as 2.99% with selected models.

  Switching gears to BYD, the best-selling EV brand in Malaysia is offering savings of up to RM7,000 and you can even get a BYD Sealion 7 from just RM159,800. With limited nationwide allocation of CBU units, now is the best time to get a BYD at tempting prices as well as freebies like a portable charging cable and V2L adapter. Special rebates will also be offered on the weekend, and each booking puts you in the running for an exciting lucky draw.

  Denza, which is BYD’s luxury brand, is also offering rebates of up to RM50,000 for the Denza D9 along with an overtrade of up to RM10,000. These are big savings for an electric MPV that is both a treat to drive and be chauffeured in. Look forward to the high-performance Denza Z9 GT at Sime Motors City as well.

  Over at the Hyundai camp, the recently launched Stargazer drew headlines with its attractive pricing from just RM99,800. The three-row MPV comes three flavours – Style Prime and X – all with resale value protection, an impressive eight-year/160,000-km warranty as well as a cash rebate of RM2,500.

  Hyundai makes SUVs too, and the Santa Fe with its turbocharged 1.6 litre engine is great value with savings of up to RM52,000. From just RM173,000, you get an SUV that looks unlike anything else on the road with eight free scheduled services as well as an eight-year/160,000-km warranty. Save even more with generous trade-in or overtrade support but you better hurry as units are limited.

  Next up, we have Volvo with massive rebates on a variety of fully electric models. The new EX30 Cross Country and be had with up to RM12,000 off, the ES90 up to RM27,000 off and the EX90 up to RM25,000 off, all delivered to you with a wallbox worth RM3,990 (limited to first 100 orders). EX30 demo cars are also available, starting from just RM148,000. The Swedish brand’s staple products, the XC90 and XC60, are also available with rebates of up to RM70,000 and RM55,000 respectively.

  If pick-up trucks are your jam, the Ford Ranger is highly desired by many and you can get one with great deals. Go with the WildTrak 3.0 V6 Turbo Diesel variant and you can enjoy a rebate of up to RM22,000. Need something simpler, the XL Auto with a 2.0 litre inline-four turbodiesel can be yours at RM99,888.

  Used cars used to be a gamble but not with Sime Motors’ Auto Selection that offers validated cars to suit several price ranges. For example, you can get a 2025 BMW X1 at RM199,000 with ten years free services, while other selected cars come with one free service through Drivecare.

  Auto Selection also has EVs through EV NEXT and BYD Certified which come with RM500 charging credits and offered with interest rates from as low as 2.03%. Drivecare is also providing a free 72-point inspection voucher and three times free service package.

  As you can tell, there’s plenty to look forward at The Great Sime Motors Sale, so register your interest and make your way down to Sime Motors City from October 16 to 18 to kickstart your automotive journey with the greatest deals from the greatest brands.

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• Lepas, Luxeed R7 and iCaur V25 registered in Malaysia – 21 units in JPJ data, ahead of launch?

  In Cars, iCaur, Lepas, Local News, Luxeed / by Harvinder Sidhu / 13 October 2026 12:18 pm

  

  Chery‘s new Lepas brand, the Huawei-backed Luxeed R7 and the iCaur V25 have yet to go on sale in Malaysia, but all three are already showing up in the road transport department’s (JPJ) registration data. Between May and September 2026, JPJ recorded 21 registrations for them: eight for Lepas, nine for the Luxeed R7 and four for the iCaur V25.

  Lepas, which Chery positions against Mazda, has been in the data the longest. Its first two cars, a grey L4 and a silver L6, both petrol-powered, were registered in Kuala Lumpur on May 25, the same month Lepas Malaysia signed up 20 dealers and said it was targeting a third-quarter launch.

  

  

  

  Three more followed on August 21: a white L6 petrol, an orange L6 hybrid and a grey L8 hybrid. The hybrids are the LSH (Lepas Super Hybrid) plug-in versions, which pair a 1.5 litre turbo engine with an electric motor for a total system output of 279 PS and 365 Nm.

  The colours match the cars Lepas showed at its first public preview at the KL Polo Club in July, which included a white L6 petrol, an orange L6 LSH and a grey L8 LSH. Lepas said at the time that the cars on display were being used for R&D purposes.

  Two more petrol L4s, one silver and one red, were registered on September 21, and the first electric Lepas, a green L4 EV, arrived on September 29. The L4 EV shown at the KL Polo Club was also teal-green, and it has a 218 PS/275 Nm front motor and a 65.05 kWh battery for a claimed range of up to 500 km.

  

  

  

  Luxeed R7 sighted in Malaysia by paultan.org FB group members Yh Liew and La Obe

  The Luxeed R7 is the bigger surprise. Nine were registered between September 10 and 17, six of them on September 17 alone, all as EVs and in four different colours. JPJ files the car under Chery, but Luxeed is a brand of its own, run by Chery and Huawei as part of Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA). Chery develops and builds the cars, while Huawei supplies the software, driver assistance and other key tech. Its first model was a sedan codenamed EH3.

  The R7 is a large electric coupe-SUV, 4,956 mm long with a 2,950 mm wheelbase, and it went on sale in China in September 2024. It sits on an 800-volt platform, with either a 292 PS rear motor or a 496 PS dual-motor all-wheel drive setup.

  Neither Chery nor Huawei has announced Luxeed for Malaysia, but nine cars in four colours in the space of eight days is more than a lone test unit. The nine registrations were enough to put Luxeed 20th in September’s EV brand ranking.

  

  

  

  Four iCaur V25s were registered in September, all in silver, two on September 10 and two on September 23. JPJ recorded the first pair as electric and the second pair as hybrid. The V25 is a range-extended EV (REEV), where a 156 PS 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine charges a 33.68 kWh battery and the wheels are driven by electric motors, so it fits neither label neatly.

  The V25 is essentially a bigger iCaur V23, 416 mm longer at 4,636 mm, with a proper three-seat rear bench. It was revealed in China in July, the right-hand drive version was shown in August ahead of an Australian launch in early 2027, and a test unit was spotted in Malaysia later that month. iCaur already sells the 03 and the V23 here, the latter now locally assembled and priced at RM133k, and the larger V27 REEV has also been spotted here.

  A registration is not the same as a sale, and early registrations like these are often company, evaluation or marketing cars. At 21 units, they are also tiny next to the 74,259 new vehicles registered in Malaysia in September alone. But they do show which new names are getting close to Malaysian showrooms, and we will keep an eye on the data each month.

  Want to dig deeper? Our car sales data tool lets you explore and analyse Malaysian new-vehicle registrations in detail, from monthly and yearly trends for every make and model to rankings by brand, body type and fuel, plus dedicated views for the EV market and the national carmakers, all built on the same JPJ data behind this story and updated every month.

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• DBKL offering discounted flat rate for traffic saman – RM5 for pre-2021 compounds, RM10 for post-2021

  In Local News / by Danny Tan / 13 October 2026 11:32 am

  

  DBKL has announced a discounted flat rate for traffic compounds that start from just RM5. Applicable to both cars and motorcycles, the rates are effective immediately.

  Yes, it’s RM5 for saman before the year 2021, or RM10 for tickets obtained after 2021. So, if you have a stack of ‘bandaraya saman’ stashed away in your car’s glove box or visor, this is a good opportunity to settle them. DBKL did not mention a deadline for this offer.

  They’re making it convenient for city folk to pay up – transactions can be done online without leaving home via the Pay@kl app or the PBTPay portal. Alternatively, one can personally head to DBKL counters or use the trusty old Pos Malaysia service.

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• Road Transport Act amendments covering compensation for drink-driving victims to be tabled next year – Loke

  In Local News / by Anthony Lim / 13 October 2026 11:14 am

  

  Amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to make it a law that motorists who cause accidents while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs compensate their victims are expected to be tabled in parliament next year.

  The timeline was indicated by transport minister Anthony Loke, who said that the work to draft the amendments was still in progress. “We are targeting the first parliamentary sitting next year to table the amendments,” he said, adding that the ministry was working with the attorney-general’s chambers (AGC) on it.

  He said the proposed changes would combine criminal proceedings against offenders with compensation claims. This would spare victims from having to file separate civil suits to seek damages, the New Straits Times reports.

  “Under the current system, we have a dual system where it is criminal and also civil. So for any victims of road accidents, anyone who drives under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be charged by the police and then by the AGC,” he said.

  

  Loke said that presently, victims seeking compensation from drivers would have to file a civil case. “This is where the problem lies, because some victims do not have the means to file a civil case, and it can take years to obtain compensation through civil proceedings,” he said.

  “So what we are doing now is combining the two systems into one, so that when a case is brought to court, the judge can also award compensation to the victims,” he added.

  During the tabling of Budget 2027, prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that the government would amend the law to make compensation mandatory for victims of accidents involving drunk or drug-impaired drivers. Earlier, in July, the cabinet had agreed in principle with the suggestion by the transport ministry to amend the act to include the new provision.

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• TQ Wuling Porta EV panel van launched in Malaysia – 102 PS/180 Nm, 300 km at RM100k est, 400 km at RM106k

  In Cars, Electric Cars in Malaysia, Local Car Launches, Local News, Wuling / by Jonathan James Tan / 13 October 2026 10:33 am

  

  After having been open for booking for a few months, the TQ Wuling Porta EV panel van has officially entered the Malaysian market – the little Bingo is finally no longer the only TQ Wuling on sale here.

  There are two variants, simply named 300 km and 400 km after their CLTC ranges. The 300 km is priced at an estimated RM99,800, OTR, company commercial registration before insurance for Peninsular Malaysia, while the 400 km is priced at RM105,800. That’s right, only the 400 km variant’s price is final, for now.

  Born in 2024 as the Wuling Yangguang, the van is known as the Porta EV in Hong Kong, Thailand and now, Malaysia. It’s got five doors including two sliding doors (each 777 mm long) and a barn-door tailgate (both halves open 270 degrees). The cargo area can hold 6.5 cubic metres (2,830 x 1,680 x 1,365 mm).

  

  

  

  Length, width, height and wheelbase are respectively 5,010, 1,800, 1,975 (that’s for the 400 km; for the 300 km, it’s 1,960) and 3,050 mm. The two front occupants sit on four-way manually-adjustable fabric seats, and are protected by two airbags, ABS, EBD, stability control, front disc and rear drum brakes. Suspension duties are handled by MacPherson struts up front and five-piece leaf springs out back.

  A 102 PS/180 Nm rear motor (115 km/h top speed) is fed by a 41.9 kWh LFP battery on the 300 km variant and a 56.2 kWh unit on the 400 km variant. By the way, the WLTP ranges should be around 240 and 320 km.

  According to TQ Wuling, the Magic battery‘s modular construction enables individual battery cells to be serviced or replaced when required, which can reduce battery repair and maintenance costs by up to 90% over the vehicle’s lifecycle.

  

  

  

  

  Charging? The 300 km variant can be DC-charged from 30-80% in 30 minutes and AC-charged from 20-100% in 5.15 hours; the equivalent times for the 400 km variant are 20 minutes and 6.75 hours.

  There are more differences between the variants. Ground clearances for the 300 km variant are 134 mm unladen and 128 mm laden; the corresponding numbers for the 400 km variant are 132 and 126 mm. The payload is 1,165 kg for the 300 km variant and 1,105 kg for the 400 km variant.

  Everything else is the same for both variants, including LED headlamps, halogen tail, front fog and rear fog lamps, manually-adjustable side mirrors, 15-inch hub-capped steel wheels, 195/70 tyres (plus a full-sized spare), an eight-inch touch-screen (with three languages including Bahasa Melayu!), Bluetooth and USB.

  

  

  

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  Also standard are a 3.5 inch TFT multi-info display between two analogue dials, a traditional handbrake, keyed ignition, a rotary gear selector, a reverse camera and power windows with auto up/down for the driver. You can have your TQ Wuling Porta EV in any colour as long as it’s white.

  Warranties are five years/120,000 km for the vehicle, five years/200,000 km for the drive motor, EV battery and battery management system, and six years/300,000 km for the EV battery cells. Scheduled servicing is required every six months/10,000 km, with servicing costs under RM2,000 over five years. TQ Wuling says this represents potential savings of over 65% compared to conventional diesel vans.

  The booking fee is RM500 and there’s an early-bird package that includes a free 7 kW wallbox charger worth RM3,500, a free three-pin charger and free three-year/60,000 km scheduled maintenance. Other EV vans in Malaysia include BYD T3, CAM Jenhoo EV48, EA4 and EC35, Foton iBlue, Higer Ace E1, Maxus eDeliver 3 and eDeliver 7.

  TQ Wuling Porta EV launched in Malaysia

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• Honda City E with rear drum brakes – Honda Malaysia’s official statement clarifies discrepancy, brochure error

  In Cars, Honda, Local News / by Danny Tan / 13 October 2026 9:52 am

  

  Honda Malaysia (HM) has released an official statement addressing the 2026 Honda City facelift’s rear drum brakes, which a customer discovered to be not matching with the brochure and marketing materials that list ‘Solid Disc’. We’ve attached the statement below.

  Honda Malaysia Issues Clarification Regarding the New City (E Variant) Rear Brake System

  Honda Malaysia (or the Company) would like to clarify that the New City (E variant) rear brake system specification is a drum brake.

  The Company thanks the customer who highlighted the discrepancy and has reached out to the customer to resolve the matter amicably. Honda Malaysia reassures customers that the drum brake system complies fully with all safety and quality standards.

  All existing materials for the New City are being retracted, and Honda Malaysia will issue updated materials across all authorised dealerships and online platforms immediately.

  For further enquiries, customers may contact Hondaʼs Toll-Free number at 1-800-88-2020.

  For those who are unaware, here’s the context. Yesterday morning, said customer noticed his new City E’s drum brakes during the delivery process and decided to not take delivery of the car – he then posted the discrepancy on social media. HM then became aware of the matter and took action.

  Honda’s website now lists ‘Drum’ in the base E variant’s rear brakes section. ‘Solid Disc’ remains for the V, RS and e:HEV RS variants, while ‘Ventilated Disc’ front brakes are standard across the City range.

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