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Ops BYD CKD ditangguhkan, sebab tak setuju dengan MITI. Apa terjadi?

With the revelation of MITI's new RM200,000 floor price and export requirements scuppering BYD's CKD plans, what does this all mean for the Malaysian automotive industry? buff.ly/JV3oJBs

Pricing for a trio of Toyota battery-electric models for Malaysia have been leaked online, following an official teaser by the brand. buff.ly/FctKcMn

Underutilised rooftop areas in multi-storey buildings such as shopping malls can be considered, subject to compliance with safety requirements, said JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli. buff.ly/9SiQPYl

KPDN's Ops Tiris 3.0 has seized over RM32 million worth of petrol and diesel since 2024, in an effort to curb petrol and diesel smuggling. buff.ly/INqzkLF

More details here! paultan.org/2026/03/30/byd…

The move is aimed at curbing owners of vehicles with foreign registration plates from refuelling with RON 95 at self-service pumps using foreign cards. buff.ly/aHRYDtO

This stretched Model Y with six seats will be launching in Malaysia on the first day of April – all you need to know here. buff.ly/qCRqwrL

An EV with a Toyota badge in Malaysia?!?! Why yes, three, in fact. buff.ly/Nwvwil7

The mechanism for the proposed targeted diesel subsidy will be discussed with state governments before its implementation, said KPDN minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. buff.ly/IJ5gzJj

The Chinese automaker is said to be reconsidering its plans for local production as it reportedly cannot agree with terms set by the ministry of investment, trade and industry (MITI). buff.ly/155WU0d

Model baru Nevo Q05, salah satu sub-brand bawah Changan. Ada yang minat?

Can't please them all, it would seem. buff.ly/3hrmZpf

The Xpeng X9 gains a facelift and some massive mechanical upgrades in Thailand, including ultra-fast DC charging. Coming to Malaysia soon? buff.ly/iuzNHyl

The government will make use of all available resources, including expertise from Petronas to identify alternative petroleum sources from other countries, said the prime minister. buff.ly/o5H3tLJ

Chery's new Freelander brand, licenced from JLR, is set to show its first concept next week ahead of Auto China in Beijing. buff.ly/3EZlHiw

More details here! paultan.org/2026/03/24/202…

Mitsubishi Xpander versi baru di Thailand dengan 6 airbags! Bila nak masuk Malaysia?

Given that the majority of consumers use only about 100 litres of RON 95 each month, 90% of Malaysians will not be affected by the temporary Budi95 quota adjustment, the home minister said. buff.ly/9ZWjPnO

It's a Defender! It's a Bronco! No, it's the Geely Galaxy Battleship 700! This rugged 4x4 from the mass-market Chinese brand could offer up to a whopping 1,400 PS. buff.ly/YXzebDg