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KL police operation leads to seizures and traffic summonses

A joint enforcement operation in Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, involving police, the Road Transport Department (JPJ), and the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) resulted in 111 motorcycles seized and 945 traffic…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

ACE 2026 offers Leapmotor B10 with EZ5 package, Malaysia

A Malaysian auto event, ACE 2026, promotes Leapmotor B10 with an EZ5 package valued at RM11,188, including insurance, tinting, and a wallbox installation. The event is scheduled to run at the Setia City…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Proton market share in Malaysia reaches 12-year high

According to JPJ registration data, Proton accounted for 23.9% of all new vehicle registrations in Malaysia from January to September 2026, the highest market share since 2011. No other figures or authorities…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Malaysia trims fuel prices for October 1–7, 2026

In Malaysia, the ministry of finance has announced a weekly fuel-price update showing decreases for the coming week (October 1–7, 2026). Diesel, RON95, and RON97 prices are all reported to be lower than the…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Morbidelli C252V V-twin arrives in Malaysia at RM16.9k

Malaysia sees the launch of the Morbidelli C252V cruiser, a 2026 V-twin model, priced at RM16,988 (excluding road tax, insurance, and registration). The bike was unveiled in May 2026 at MAEPS, Serdang, as…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Ipoh woman wins two Mitsubishi Xforce in B1F1 contest

A 39-year-old Ipoh resident, Saidahtul Khairunnisa bt Martius, reportedly won two units of the Mitsubishi Xforce in a B1F1 contest, while paying for only one. Details about eligibility, the contest…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Suzuki Juru launched – new 1S dealership in Penang

Naza Eastern Motors has opened Suzuki Juru, a new 1S Suzuki dealership in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia, with an investment of RM1 million. The report is from Paul Tan’s Automotive News and notes the…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Tesla Model Y Performance launched in China

Tesla has launched the Model Y Performance in China, featuring 460 hp, 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, a 659 km CLTC range, and production in Shanghai. The vehicle is listed on Tesla’s Chinese configurator at…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

Letbe Nomad 350 scooter eyed for Malaysia entry in 2026

A Chinese scooter model, the Letbe Nomad 350, may enter the Malaysian market in 2026 via MForce Bike Holdings, following the Letbe Mecha. Details on launch timing and pricing remain unconfirmed.

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

2026 ARIIC Touch 250 scooter now in Malaysia, RM13,688

The ARIIC Touch 250 scooter has arrived in the Malaysian market, priced at RM13,688 excluding road tax, registration and insurance. The scooter is offered in three colour options – Matt Black, Urban Green…

Source: Paul Tan’s Automotive News

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ALS Launches Level 4 Autonomous, RoboVan; Starts Six-Month Trial At Cyberjaya↗

Autonomous Logistic Solutions (ALS) launched what it calls its Level 4 autonomous RoboVan for public-road operations. This is notable as it’s claimed to be the first time a Malaysian company has deployed a fully driverless vehicle on Malaysian public roads with a valid license plate. The launch happened as part of the Transport Expo Asia […] The post ALS…

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Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar To Officially Launch In Malaysia On 23 October↗

After making its global debut almost a full month ago, Amazfit Malaysia has announced that the new T-Rex Dual Solar has officially landed on our shores. As we’ve previously reported, the watch is the company’s first-ever solar-powered smartwatch that’s designed for multi-day exploration. Per the official press release, the T-Rex Dual Solar has a 660mAh […]…

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Xpeng To Bring Google Play Apps To Its Cars In Early 2027↗

Xpeng has expanded its collaboration with Google to bring Google Play to its vehicles, allowing drivers and passengers to access a wider selection of apps directly through the car’s infotainment system. The integration is scheduled to roll out in early 2027, although the company has yet to confirm which models and markets will receive it […] The post Xpeng…

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Modder Ports All Existing NVIDIA DLSS Technologies Over To AMD Radeon GPUs↗

Modder and developer Daniel Blanco recently released version 0.8.0 of their DLLS-NR-on-AMD mod. The updated mod now adds NVIDIA’s Ray Reconstruction and DLSS Multiframe Generation 4X to the mix. With that, that also means that the mod now brings all four main DLSS technologies over to AMD’s RDNA3 and RDNA4 GPUs. Unofficially, of course. “Output […] The…

Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

Porsche Mission S debuts – mid-engined super sports car to be positioned above 911; ICE and hybrid, no EV↗

The Porsche Mission S has been unveiled as the German manufacturer’s latest study that will inform its future design direction, and from it will emerge a new series-production model on a mid-engined super sports car platform to be positioned above the 911. “The Mission S provides a glimpse of the […] The post Porsche Mission S debuts – mid-engined super…

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Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

Taxi, rental car and school bus drivers in Malaysia’s north line up for RM1,000 Ministry of Transport aid↗

The Malaysia Transport Ministry (MOT) continues its RM1,000 cash assistance programme for taxi, rental car and school bus drivers, with the latest distribution held at Dewan Sri Pinang in Penang. The programme was officiated by Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook as part of a phased nationwide rollout to provide […] The post Taxi, rental car and…

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Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

Yamaha Y-AMT recall over potential gearshift failure↗

Yamaha is recalling MT-09 and Tracer 9 motorcycles equipped with its Y-AMT automated manual transmission in Japan and Finland over a potential gearshift shaft failure. Currently there are no Yamaha Y-AMT equipped motorcycles sold in the Malaysian-market. The issue concerns the strength of the gearshift shaft, which could break after […] The post Yamaha…

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Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

CFMoto replaces Yamaha as WorldWCR racing motorcycle supplier with CFMoto 675SR-R from 2027↗

CFMoto will replace Yamaha as the exclusive motorcycle supplier for the FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR) from the 2027 season, with the Chinese manufacturer’s 675SR-R taking over from the Yamaha R7. The three-year agreement covers the 2027, 2028 and 2029 seasons, marking the first time a Chinese motorcycle […] The post CFMoto…

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Two Pallets Of NVIDIA RTX 5090 Worth RM2 Million Vanish At Brazilian Airport↗

Oderço, a Brazilian hardware distributor, recently became the victim of theft, reporting that two pallets filled with RTX 5090 GPUs had gone missing at the São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport. The company estimates the loss of its shipment to be approximately US$470,000 (~RM1.91 million). Oderço did not provide the exact number of cards stolen, but…

Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

Transport ministry, MIROS to prepare cabinet paper on motorcycle safety – Deputy prime minister Zahid↗

The ministry of transport and the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (Miros) will prepare a cabinet paper on motorcycle safety, deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has said, reported New Straits Times. […] The post Transport ministry, MIROS to prepare cabinet paper on motorcycle safety – Deputy prime minister Zahid appeared first…

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Apple “Pro and Tell” Event Officially Set For 29 October 2026↗

As previous leaks have predicted, October has shaped up to be a busy month for Apple, with the brand hosting its “Welcome Home” launch event for its smart home products last week. But the party is not over yet, as the American tech giant has announced another event, which is happening pretty soon. Apple Senior […] The post Apple “Pro and Tell” Event…

Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

Yeo Bee Yin urges lemon law amid Chery rear axle issue↗

Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin has spoken out in parliament on the need for a lemon law in Malaysia, citing the recent Chery Omoda 5 rear axle issue. “Recently, this went viral on social media […] The post Yeo Bee Yin urges lemon law amid Chery rear axle issue appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

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Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

2026 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 APEX launched in Malaysia, priced from RM28,000, three model variants↗

Royal Enfield has launched the 2026 Guerrilla 450 APEX in Malaysia, priced at RM28,000, alongside updates to the existing Dash and Flash variants. Bookings for the new APEX variant are now open through the brand’s […] The post 2026 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 APEX launched in Malaysia, priced from RM28,000, three model variants appeared first on Paul Tan's…

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Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

Rapid KL bus service for MotoGP 2026, Oct 30 to Nov 1↗

Click to enlarge MotoGP returns to Malaysia at the end of this month, and the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia 2026 takes place at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit this year from October 30 to […] The post Rapid KL bus service for MotoGP 2026, Oct 30 to Nov 1 appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

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Fahmi: Govt Considering eKYC, Age Verification For Online Gaming Platforms↗

Earlier this year, the Child Protection Code (CPC) under the Online Safety Act (ONSA) 2025 came into force, requiring social media platforms to implement electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) and age verification measures to ensure young children cannot create accounts. While this requirement currently only applies to social media, it may expand to cover…

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GWM Wey G9 Hi4 HEV Officially Launches In Malaysia↗

GWM Malaysia has officially launched the Wey G9 Hi4 HEV in Malaysia, introducing a hybrid version of its seven-seater luxury MPV. The model was previously opened for bookings last week, with the company now confirming its local specifications and pricing. Unlike the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant, the Wey G9 Hi4 HEV uses a smaller battery […] The post GWM…

Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

2026 Kia Sportage facelift Malaysia teaser – 1.6T hybrid↗

Kia Malaysia has teased the facelifted fifth-gen (NQ5) Sportage on its socials. “What if a hybrid could be more than you imagined. A new chapter is taking shape, where performance and efficiency move as one.​ […] The post 2026 Kia Sportage facelift Malaysia teaser – 1.6T hybrid appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

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GREY2K USA Worldwide Report: Australian greyhound tracks depend on the killing of tens of thousands of kangaroos each year↗

Nonprofit Group calls for End of Greyhound Racing Industry SYDNEY, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new report from the Center for a Humane Economy (CHE), tens of thousands of kangaroos are being shot each year to provide... The post GREY2K USA Worldwide Report: Australian greyhound tracks depend on the killing of tens of thousands of kangaroos…

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Can we produce low-cost omega-3s without relying on fish?↗

GOLD COAST, Australia, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Cross University researchers are aiming to halve the cost of producing omega-3 supplements to make these essential nutrients more accessible to pregnant women and infants in low-income countries, backed by the... The post Can we produce low-cost omega-3s without relying on fish? appeared first…

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Firmable launches Tech Intelligence, showing B2B sales teams what their prospects actually run and who to call about it↗

Firmable now detects 75,317 technologies across 19 million businesses, including the back-office infrastructure that website-based technographics miss. Every detection provides critical business context and comes with verified decision-maker contacts. MELBOURNE, Australia and SINGAPORE, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmable, the... The post Firmable…

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Vitaceuticals Launches MagZorb Joint Ease with NEM Nationwide↗

Australians crack 6.87 billion eggs a year. Joint health research says we're throwing away the best bit. SYDNEY, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The paper-thin membrane inside every eggshell has been studied in human clinical trials for joint pain and... The post Vitaceuticals Launches MagZorb Joint Ease with NEM Nationwide appeared first on Kosmo Online .

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Honda Announces Hatchback Version Of 2026 City↗

Last month, Honda Malaysia announced the 2026 version of the City, with four variants in tow. Now, the company has announced the hatchback version of the car, which comes in three variants instead. The E model is absent, but the other three – V, RS and e:HEV RS – all got the hatchback treatment. Across […] The post Honda Announces Hatchback Version Of 2026…

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iPhone 18 Pro Max Review: The Subtle And Steady Upgrade↗

The iPhone 18 Pro Max serves as the top-of-the-line variant in this generation of candybar iPhones. It’s not exactly the most interesting Apple product to launch so far, partly due to the presence of one particular device. But even ignoring that elephant in the room, not much has changed between last year’s model and this […] The post iPhone 18 Pro Max…

Direct sourceMalaysiaPaul Tan’s Automotive News

2026 MotoGP: Martin leads Marquez by two points↗

Setting up a title showdown with five rounds remaining in the season, Jorge Martin leads Marc Marquez by just two points in the 2026 MotoGP World Championship standings. The Aprilia Racing rider’s narrow advantage matches […] The post 2026 MotoGP: Martin leads Marquez by two points appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

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New Sony Patent Hints At AI Frame Generation For PlayStation 6↗

Sony is exploring a new AI-powered frame generation technology that could make its way to the PlayStation 6 (PS6), according to a recently published patent. Dubbed “Generation Super Sampling”, the technology aims to generate game frames before the console finishes rendering them, potentially reducing stuttering without introducing as much input lag as…

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ECRL Ticket Sales To Open Next Month With Fares Starting From RM60↗

The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) service is set to begin operations in the near future, and ahead of this, Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) has disclosed the ticket prices. During a press conference held today, MRL CEO Datuk Seri Darwis Abdul Razak revealed that the transit service from Gombak to Kota Bharu will […] The post ECRL Ticket Sales To Open Next…

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