Proton AMA02 Production to Begin in Q3 2026, Says Supplier – Saga Cross A-Segment SUV to Rival Ativa
Proton’s next AMA02 model, expected to be branded as the Saga Cross, will start production in the third quarter of 2026, according to supplier Feytech. Feytech has secured an 84‑month contract worth RM96.8 billion (approximately $21 billion) for leather seat covers. The compact A‑segment SUV will compete directly with the Perodua Ativa and Honda WR‑V, using a 1.5‑litre 120 PS engine paired with a hybrid DHT120 system derived from the eMas 7 PHEV. Local assembly of the hybrid components underscores Proton’s strategy to broaden its SUV lineup while leveraging shared powertrain technology.
Malaysia’s Fuel Supply Secure but Finances Continue to Be Strained to Keep Budi95 at RM1.99 a Litre – Anwar
Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the nation’s fuel supply remains secure, allowing the government to keep RON95 petrol priced at RM1.99 per litre (about $0.44). Rising global oil prices, driven by West Asian conflict‑related shipping and insurance...
Transport Ministry Reviewing Proposal to Reduce Road Tax for Diesel Vehicles to Ease Financial Burden – Loke
Malaysia’s transport ministry is reviewing a proposal to cut road tax for diesel‑powered vehicles, aiming to ease owners’ cost burden while protecting government revenue. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted that fuel subsidies cost roughly RM7 billion a month (about $1.5 billion USD),...
Malaysian Fuel Prices April 30-May 6, 2026 – RON95 up 10 Sen, RM3.97; RON97 to RM4.90; Diesel Unchanged
Malaysia's Ministry of Finance announced weekly fuel prices for April 30‑May 6, 2026. Unsubsidised RON95 climbs 10 sen to RM3.97 ($0.87) per litre and RON97 rises 5 sen to RM4.90 ($1.08). Diesel B10 and B20 remain at RM5.12 ($1.13) per...
Ministers Setting an EV Example? Public Chargers Nationwide Essential for Adoption – MITI’s Johari
Malaysia’s Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said the government can lead by adopting electric vehicles, but only if a nationwide public charging network is built. He highlighted that the lack of chargers, especially in rural...
Chery Group Has Sold 55,800 Vehicles in Malaysia Since 2023 – Company Prepares for Further Growth
Chery has placed 55,800 of its vehicles on Malaysian roads since its 2023 relaunch, climbing to the fifth‑largest car group in 2025 with 31,646 units sold and a 4% market share. The automaker’s four‑brand portfolio—Chery, Omoda | Jaecoo, iCaur and Lepas—underpins this...
RTS Link Successfully Runs Multi-Train High-Speed Trial
The Johor Bahru‑Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link completed a high‑speed, multi‑train trial, successfully validating regenerative braking and other safety systems. The test marks a key milestone as the four‑kilometre driverless line stays on track for a December 2026 completion...
Proton eMas Hits 10k Registrations in 2026, More than Entire 2025; eMas 7 PHEV Gets over 6.5k Bookings
Proton’s eMas electric‑vehicle sub‑brand has logged more than 10,000 registrations in 2026, surpassing its entire 2025 EV sales of 8,890 units. The newly launched eMas 7 plug‑in hybrid has already attracted over 6,500 bookings, with three trim levels priced between RM109,800...
Hongqi Coming to Malaysia with Quill as Distributor – China’s Luxury Brand to Launch Mid-2026; CKD Plans
Hongqi, the premium FAU‑Group marque famed for serving Chinese state leaders, has signed an MoU with Malaysia’s Quill Group to become the exclusive importer and CKD distributor. The partnership targets a mid‑2026 market launch, with Quill also tasked with appointing...
Malaysian Fuel Prices April 23-29, 2026 – All Reduced; Diesel to RM5.12, RON95 to RM3.87, RON97 to RM4.85
Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance announced a further reduction in fuel prices for the week of April 23‑29, 2026. Diesel (B10/B20) falls 85 sen to RM5.12 per litre (≈$1.14), while unsubsidised RON95 and RON97 drop to RM3.87 (≈$0.86) and RM4.85 (≈$1.08)...
Over 70% of Malaysia’s Blending Depots Are Ready for B15 Biodiesel Implementation – Economy Minister
Malaysia’s government has approved raising the mandatory biodiesel blend from B10 to B15, beginning with an interim B12 phase. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir reported that more than 70% of the country’s blending depots can accommodate the higher blend...
Malaysia Consumes 700,000 Barrels of Oil a Day, Twice Its Daily Production, so Importing Still Needed – MoF
Malaysia consumes about 700,000 barrels of oil each day, roughly twice its domestic production of 350,000 barrels. To meet the shortfall, the country imports roughly 48% of its crude, with about 40% of those imports transiting the conflict‑affected Strait of...
Federal Govt Needs to Review Conditions for EV Plants in Malaysia; BYD CKD Must Remain in Perak – Exco
Perak’s industry and investment committee chair Loh Sze Yee urged the Malaysian federal government to reassess the conditions it imposed on electric‑vehicle manufacturers, specifically the Chinese automaker BYD’s proposed CKD assembly plant in Tanjong Malim. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and...
Petronas Confirms Fuel Supply Across Its Network of Stations in Malaysia Secured Through End of June 2026
Petronas announced that its Malaysian retail network will have sufficient gasoline and diesel supplies through the end of June 2026, extending the previous forecast that only covered until May 2026. The state‑owned oil company supplies about 50% of the country’s...
WFH Day 1 Traffic Under Control, No Significant Change From a Normal Working Day, Says LLM Spokesperson
Malaysia launched a nationwide work‑from‑home (WFH) mandate for ministries, agencies and government‑linked companies on April 15 to curb fuel consumption amid a global fuel crisis. The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) reported that traffic on key Klang Valley routes slowed during...
Softer Demand for New Cars After Hari Raya, as Middle East Conflict Has Reduced Buying Confidence – Pekema
Malaysia’s automotive sector is feeling a modest slowdown in new‑car demand after the Hari Raya holidays, a trend Pekema attributes to heightened geopolitical uncertainty from the ongoing Middle East conflict. Buyers are adopting a cautious, wait‑and‑see approach, shifting spending toward essentials...
Chinese Cars Should Not Be Let Into the US – Ford CEO
Ford CEO Jim Farley told Fox News that allowing Chinese‑made cars into the United States would devastate domestic manufacturing and pose cyber‑privacy risks. He argued that the current 100% import tariff is insufficient because Chinese vehicles can enter via Mexico...
Malaysia to Raise Biodiesel Blend Mandate From B10 to B15, Starting with B12 Rollout – Economy Minister
Malaysia’s economy minister announced that the national biodiesel blend mandate will be raised from the current B10 level to B15, with an interim rollout of a B12 blend. The upgrade will use existing blending infrastructure, so no additional cost is...
Gov’t Urged to Speed up Issuance of SKPS Fleet Cards to School Bus Operators, Following Delays Since Jan
The Federation of Malaysian School Bus Associations (SBOA) is pressing the government to accelerate the issuance of subsidised SKPS fuel fleet cards after months of delay affecting roughly 1,000 operators. Applicants approved since January have waited up to three months,...
KTMB to Offer 30% Discount on ETS and ERT Tickets From April 15, Says Transport Minister Anthony Loke
Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTMB) will apply a 30% discount on Electric Train Service (ETS) and Ekspres Rakyat Timuran (ERT) tickets for weekday travel starting April 15, 2026. The reduction, which does not cover...
Tyre Price Hike Likely, Crude Oil Directly Impacts Costs: Malaysian Retreaded Tyre Manufacturers Association
Malaysian retread tyre manufacturers warn of a near‑term price hike as crude oil and petrochemical costs surge, pushing synthetic rubber and carbon black prices up more than 20%. The association expects adjustments within two to three weeks, with commercial‑vehicle fleets...
Despite Subsidies, Diesel Price Is Affecting Malaysian Hauliers – Credit Limits Are Being Exhausted Earlier
Malaysian hauliers are feeling the strain of a sharp diesel price surge, which climbed from RM3.12 (≈$0.69) per litre in early March to RM6.72 (≈$1.48) per litre this week. Although the government’s fuel subsidy cushions end‑consumer prices, credit limits with...
Long-Haul Express Bus Trips May Face Delays Due to Diesel Purchase Caps and Fuel Shortages – PMBOA
The Pan Malaysian Bus Operators Association warned that Malaysia's 150‑litre diesel purchase cap and uneven fuel availability could delay long‑haul express bus services. Fleet cards tied to specific brands force drivers to seek compatible stations, adding extra stops. Unsubsidised diesel...
Proton X70 Sport Edition Seen – C-Segment SUV with Bodykit, Black Wheels, Red Highlights; Launch Soon?
Proton has been photographed transporting a specially styled X70 that appears to be a new Sport Edition, featuring a black‑wheel package, red‑highlighted body kit and a tailgate badge. The look borrows heavily from the X50 Sport Edition launched in early...
BYD Details Global 1,500 kW Flash Charging Network – 6,000 Stations Outside China by 2027, BESS Support
BYD announced its 1,500 kW Flash Charging network will expand beyond China with 6,000 stations slated for deployment over the next 12 months, including 3,000 in Europe. The ultra‑fast chargers can replenish a compatible BYD or Denza EV from 10% to...
FELDA Mulls B100 Biodiesel Malaysia Policy Change
FELDA chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek urged the Malaysian government to adopt B100 biodiesel, which could be priced below RM5 ($1.10) per litre, compared with diesel at RM6.72 ($1.48). The proposal is still at the policy stage, with pilot...
Bangun KL Initiative – Reduce Morning Traffic by Encouraging Drivers to Leave Earlier with Zus Discounts
The Malaysian government launched the “Bangun KL” initiative to ease morning congestion by encouraging drivers to start their commute earlier. In partnership with Zus Coffee, 250 outlets will offer a 30 percent discount on app‑ordered drinks between 7 am and 8 pm, running...
Reduced Frequency for KTM Komuter Pulau Sebang – Batu Caves From Apr 18 – Single Track Till End-2026
KTM Komuter will cut the Pulau Sebang‑Batu Caves service to five trains each during morning and evening peaks starting April 18, 2026, as a single‑track operation is imposed for the Klang Valley Double Tracking Phase 2 (KVDT2). The 67‑km stretch between Salak Selatan and Seremban...
NGOs Call for 30km/H Speed Limit Around School Zones to Be Gazetted in Order to Enable Legal Action
Malaysia’s transport ministry is reviewing amendments to the Road Transport Act to officially gazette a 30 km/h speed limit in school zones. A coalition of NGOs, led by the Safer Streets and Sustainable Transport Coalition, is urging the government to finalize...
Why Did Petrol and Diesel Prices Go up in Malaysia when Global Crude Oil Prices Went Down? MoF Explains
Malaysia’s weekly retail fuel prices rose this week even as global crude oil prices fell, prompting confusion among motorists. The Ministry of Finance explained that pump prices are calculated from the previous week’s average, not today’s spot price, and reflect...
Malaysian Fuel Prices, April 9 to 15, 2026 – Petrol up 40 Sen, RON95 to RM4.27; Diesel up 70 Sen,...
Malaysia's Ministry of Finance announced weekly fuel price adjustments for April 9‑15, 2026, raising unsubsidised RON95 petrol to RM4.27 per litre (≈ $0.94) and diesel B10/B20 to RM6.72 per litre (≈ $1.48). The premium RON97 also increased by 40 sen to RM5.35...
Geely 900V Energee Golden Brick Battery Unveiled – 10-70% in 4 Mins 22 Secs, 10-97% in 8 Mins 42 Secs
Geely's Lynk & Co unveiled the 900V Energee Golden Brick Battery, capable of charging from 10% to 70% in 4 minutes 22 seconds and up to 97% in 8 minutes 42 seconds. The test recorded a peak charging power of...
Gov’t Chose Budi95 Quota Adjustment Rather than Price Hike to Protect Majority of Malaysians – Amir Hamzah
Malaysia's government decided to lower the monthly Budi95 RON 95 fuel quota from 300 litres to 200 litres instead of increasing the subsidised price. Finance Minister Amir Hamzah said the change affects only about 10 % of users, as most Malaysians consume roughly 100 litres...
KLIA Connectivity Between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to Commence by Third Quarter of This Year – Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that passenger connectivity between Kuala Lumpur International Airport’s Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 will begin in the second or third quarter of 2026. The initial phase will cater to travelers without checked baggage, using coach services to...
Gov’t in Talks with Highway Operators to Integrate ANPR System to Check Vehicles for Valid Road Tax
Malaysia’s transport ministry announced ongoing talks with major highway concessionaires, including PLUS and Amanat Lebuhraya Rakyat, to embed automatic number‑plate recognition (ANPR) at toll plazas. The system will automatically verify a vehicle’s road tax and insurance status and deduct tolls...
JPN Reminds that Using Someone Else’s MyKad, Even a Family Member’s, to Refuel with Budi95 Is Prohibited
Malaysia’s National Registration Department (JPN) reiterated that using another person’s MyKad – even a family member’s – to purchase subsidised Budi95 RON 95 petrol is prohibited. The rule, anchored in Regulation 25 of the 1990 National Registration Regulations, makes identity‑card sharing an...