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133,081 summonses issued to foreign drivers for various traffic offences from January to August 2026 – Loke
In September, it was reported that 500,000 traffic summonses had been issued to foreign drivers for various offences since 2023 under Op Pemandu Warga Asing (Op PeWA), with a maximum combined value of RM150 million, based on the maximum RM300 per summons. The number doesn’t look like it’s tapering off anytime soon, with a total of 133,081 summonses having been recorded by foreign drivers from January and August this year, as the New Straits Times reports.
Over 3.28 mil vehicles expected on roads this Deepavali
There’s going to be an anticipated surge in traffic this coming long weekend, with the Malaysian highway authority (LLM) saying an estimated 3.28 million vehicles are expected to use major highways daily during peak traffic periods in conjunction with the Deepavali festive period. In a statement, LLM director-general Mohd Hadzmir Yusoff said traffic volume was expected to increase particularly along routes leading to the east coast, northern and southern regions.
MBSJ to add 1,000 parking bays in Subang Jaya annually
In a move to address public parking shortages, Subang Jaya city council (MBSJ) is planning to increase the number of parking bays in its administrative area by a minimum of 2% each year. This will see an addition of around 1,000 parking lots annually, The Star reports. According to Subang Jaya mayor Datuk Rumaizi Baharin, the additional bays are expected to come from commercial areas within new developments. He added that a review on the percentage of increase would be carried out every two years.
ACE 2026: See all the brands, promos and test drives available at Setia City Convention Centre this weekend
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) 2026, powered by Petronas Primax, is up and running at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) in Setia Alam. The show began today, Saturday, October 31 and runs until tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. Entry is free, and the show runs from 9am to 7pm. Twenty-one brands are at the show, offering plenty of event deals on cars, EVs and motorcycles. Buyers who book a vehicle at ACE will get rewards from us on top of those deals.
JPJ mobile counter at ACE 2026 – renew your driving licence and road tax, pay saman ; only today, until 4pm
If you’re looking to get a good deal on a new car, come and join the excitement at the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE) 2026 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC), Setia Alam. The show runs for two days, which is today and tomorrow, from 9am to 7pm – admission is free. A wide range of new vehicle models from a host of brands are on display, with plenty of deals to be had. Beyond just browsing the latest models, you also have the opportunity to test drive them.
ACE 2026: Buy a Leapmotor B10 or C10 and enjoy an additional RM5,000 rebate, only available at the show
Just a day to go before the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, takes place – as you’re already aware of by now, the show is set to run this October 31 to November 1 weekend, which is tomorrow and Sunday, at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Like previous editions, ACE 2026 promises lots of amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles.
Tesla Malaysia to add six more Supercharger stations by the end of 2026 – more locations are being planned
Earlier this month, Tesla Malaysia provided an update on its electric vehicle (EV) charging network, stating that there are presently 21 Supercharger stations – offering a total of 92 Superchargers – operational nationwide, an increase from the 15 Supercharging stations (with 68 Superchargers) from a year ago.
Gov’t to revise legal provisions for the handling of abandoned vehicles, aims for new guidelines by year-end
Despite efforts to address the problem, abandoned vehicles continue to proliferate in the country. In the Klang Valley alone, three local councils recently reported that there were more than 27,000 such vehicles in areas under their jurisdiction. Local authorities have faced long-running difficulties removing abandoned vehicles due to problems tracing owners, inaccurate registration details as well as lengthy verification and disposal processes.
PM directs transport ministry and Rapid KL to address recurring train congestion issues, find solutions
Prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the transport ministry to pay attention to train congestion issues and find solutions to address the issue immediately. His directive comes following a complaint posted yesterday on Threads by a user, identified as siti.anisahj, about overcrowding at train station platforms, the New Straits Times reports.
ACE 2026: Leapmotor B03X makes its first appearance in Malaysia – special preview of EV to gauge public interest
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is just around the corner, with the show set to run this October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). As in previous editions, ACE 2026 promises lots of amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles.
Tesla CyberCab on display in Malaysia – driverless taxi with butterfly doors, no steering wheel, pedals
Tesla Malaysia has begun the series of previews for the CyberCab, the autonomous vehicle starting its local tour at the first location, which is Mid Valley Megamall in Kuala Lumpur, where it will be on display at the Centre Court area on the ground floor from today, October 29 until November 1. Following this, the two-seat robotaxi will head on to three more malls locations, two in the Klang Valley, and the last in Penang, concluding its tour on November 22.
Malaysian fuel prices Oct 29-Nov 4, 2026 – all prices up; diesel to RM5.27, RON95 to RM4.42, RON97 to RM4.90
Another Wednesday, which means that it is time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of October 29 to November 4, 2026. Both petrol and diesel fuels see a price increase for the coming week. In the case of unsubsidised B10 and B15 grades of diesel, the price goes up by 20 sen this week to RM5.27 per litre, compared to the RM5.07 per litre price it was at last week.
ACE 2026: Explore the GWM Tank 300 off-road SUV in both ICE and HEV forms – five years free maintenance
Just a few days to go before the paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, takes place, with the show set to run this October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Like previous editions, ACE 2026 promises plenty of amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles, all under one roof. Great Wall Motor (GWM) will be one of the brands at the show, and it will have its Tank 300 off-road SUV on display at its booth.
Japanese automakers to shorten vehicle development times as they look to catch up with Chinese rivals
In a bid to catch up with Chinese carmakers and their speed in deploying vehicle models to the market, Japanese automakers are stepping up efforts to shorten their vehicle development times to better respond to changing customer demand, Kyodo News reports. The change in delivery speed is crucial, given the current landscape.
ACE 2026: Go nostalgic with the iCaur V23 Retro Edition – get RM3k in vouchers, win up to RM57k worth of prizes
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is happening soon. Set to take place this October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC), ACE 2026 promises plenty of amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles, all under one roof. iCaur is one of the companies taking part in the event, and the brand will have its stylish all-electric V23 on show. Now locally assembled, the V23 is presently available in its Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (iWD) form.
Langkawi’s duty-free status not meant to help the rich evade taxes on luxury cars – Liew Chin Tong
The government has reiterated that the move to cap the duty and tax exemptions at a value of RM300,000 for vehicles sold in Langkawi has been to prevent high-net-worth individuals from abusing Langkawi and Labuan’s tax-free status to purchase luxury cars at lower prices.
Omoda C7 HEV debuts larger 5 kWh battery, offering longer EV-only range – coming to Malaysia in 2027
The Omoda C7 hasn’t been officially launched in Malaysia, but it is expected to make its market debut very soon, likely before November is out. When it does, the SUV, which is the first model designed specifically for the Omoda | Jaecoo brand for international markets, will appear in its petrol form, despite the initial indication being that the plug-in hybrid would be launched first.
Omoda X debuts – brand’s first off-road crossover is the edgy-looking T1QC, with BEV, PHEV and HEV options
Greetings from China, where Chery sub-brand Omoda has unveiled the Omoda X, which made its global debut earlier tonight at the Omoda X Night, part of the brand’s activities at this year’s edition of the annual Chery International User Summit currently taking place in Wuhu.
Amendments to the Road Transport Act comes into effect – illegal street racing now a specific offence in Malaysia
The transport ministry has announced that that the Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026, which amends the Road Transport Act 1987 [Act 333], has now come into force as of today, October 16. The amendments were passed in parliament on June 24 following the second and third readings of the bill. The updated act 2026 comprises 42 amendment clauses, includes several key improvements, as initially in June.
ACE 2026: Leapmotor C10 CKD now priced at RM125,000 – get RM3k in vouchers, win up to RM57k worth of prizes
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is back again this year, running from October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC). Like previous editions, this year’s show promises plenty of great deals on a wide range of vehicles. One of the cars that will be at the show is the Leapmotor C10. The all-electric SUV was updated last year and is now locally assembled.
Drunk and drug-impaired drivers will face asset seizure, extra jail time if compensation not paid to victims – Loke
Earlier this week, it was reported that the next round of amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) will include a law that motorists who cause accidents while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be made to compensate their victims. This is expected to be tabled in parliament next year.
Decision on an F1 return to Malaysia to be made after viability assessment report is presented to cabinet in Nov
Malaysia’s successful outing in hosting the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang has spurred talk of a potential return to the F1 calendar, and while that possibility remains at the exploratory stage, the youth and sports ministry (KBS) says that the country is considering hosting F1 races every few years in partnership with another country instead of holding the event annually as one of the options.
RM1,000 one-off aid to be provided to 53,000 taxi, hire car and school bus drivers, costing the gov’t RM53 million
The transport ministry says the RM1,000 one-off aid for taxi and school bus drivers announced by prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in his Budget 2027 speech will be provided to about 53,000 taxi, hire car and school bus drivers, costing the government RM53 million. Transport minister Anthony Loke said that 38,000 taxi drivers, including hire car drivers, and 15,000 school bus drivers nationwide will receive the payment.
Malaysian fuel prices Oct 15-21, 2026 – all prices down; diesel to RM5.17, RON95 to RM4.62, RON97 to RM5.10
It’s Wednesday, and so it’s time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance releasing the retail price of fuels for the coming week of October 15 to 21, 2026. The price of unsubsidised B10/B15 diesel has dropped this week, with a 10 sen reduction bringing it down to RM5.17 per litre compared to the RM5.27 per litre it was at last week. As such, Euro 5 B7 diesel, which costs 20 sen more per litre than B10/B15 diesel, adjusts to RM5.37 per litre in the coming week.
Chery Omoda 5 recall to cover 8,878 units of C and H variants of the SUV, part replacement exercise underway
On October 12, Chery Auto Malaysia released an official statement indicating that it had begun a recall campaign for the Chery Omoda 5 following the road transport department’s (JPJ) temporary suspension of the vehicle’s type approval (VTA) after an incident where a rear axle detached from an example of the SUV. Now, the company has announced new details about the recall campaign, indicating that it covers a total of 8,878 Omoda 5 vehicles (both C & H variants).
F1 Bahrain GP in Sepang generated RM950 mil in total monetary value for Malaysia – youth and sports ministry
Last week, it was reported that the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang had brought a positive impact to Malaysian micro, small and medium enterprises, with the SMEs having reaped over RM345 million in economic spillover effects from the race.
ACE 2026: Rebates galore at Perodua – RM10k for QV-E, up to RM9.5k on Ativa, RM4k for Aruz, RM2.5k for Bezza
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is back again this year, and the show – which is set to run from October 31 to November 1 at the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC) – promises lots of great deals on a wide range of vehicles. Perodua will be one of the exhibitors at the event, and the national automaker will be offering plenty in the way of rebates for a host of models in its line-up.
More than 27,000 abandoned vehicles in the Klang Valley
Abandoned vehicles are more than just an eyesore. If left too long, they not only take up parking spaces and obstruct road users but could also pose safety risks and affect the cleanliness and safety of their surroundings, polluting soil and water through oil leaks and become breeding grounds for mosquitoes and pests.
ACE 2026: Buy a Leapmotor B10 and receive an EZ5 package worth RM11,188, incl. insurance, tint, wallbox
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.
GWM Malaysia opens new 3S centre in Skudai, Johor and a 1S+2S facility in Seri Kembangan, Selangor
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.
Road Transport Act amendments covering compensation for drink-driving victims to be tabled next year – Loke
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.
ACE 2026: Explore the all-new third-generation Mazda CX-5 at the SCCC this October 31 to November 1
The paultan.org Auto Car Expo (ACE), powered by Petronas Primax, is back again this year , and you can expect plenty of amazing deals on a wide range of vehicles. The place to get your dream ride is the Setia City Convention Centre (SCCC), this One of the models that will be at the show is the all-new Mazda CX-5. The third-gen was just launched recently, so ACE 2026 will provide you with the chance to get up close with the new SUV, which is larger and beefier-looking than the second-gen.
KLIA Express disrupted by cable cut – platform change required at Putrajaya station to KLIA T1/T2 or KL Sentral
Express Rail Link (ERL) has announced that a cable cut incident as a result of vandalism between Putrajaya & Cyberjaya and Salak Tinggi stations has disrupted the flow of the KLIA Express and KLIA Transit rail service.
Malaysia should look beyond just F1 and develop a wider strategy to become a motorsports hub – FIA president
The hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang has put Malaysia back into the spotlight from a motorsports perspective, and while the country is now exploring the possibility of getting the event to be more than a one-off, it should look beyond just that to develop the scene from a broader scope, said FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
Budget 2027: Drunk and drug-impaired drivers causing accidents to be made to compensate victims
In July, it was reported that the cabinet had agreed in principle with the suggestion by the transport ministry to amend the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to have motorists who cause accidents while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs compensate their victims.
Autonomous electric bus service begins in Putrajaya – RM1 per ride, starts and ends at MRT Putrajaya Sentral
Having previously undergone trials, the eMooVit autonomous electric bus has now moved into field operations, with the vehicle running a route service starting and ending at MRT Putrajaya Sentral. In a Facebook post, it was announced that the service, which began on October 7, will run along route P113, with five stops in between the start and end points.
2026 F1 Bahrain GP in Sepang brings RM345 million economic windfall to Malaysian SMEs – Steven Sim
It was definitely one to remember, the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit, for how it came to be to the drama of the race itself, peppered with logistics issues in the evenings during the race weekend. Fans, both old and new, lapped it all up, and they weren’t the only ones to be happy that F1 racing had come back to Sepang.
Works ministry says it will address findings in A-G report on the Sabah Pan Borneo Highway, improve delivery
In its findings on Phase 1 of the Sabah Pan Borneo Highway (LPB) project, the 2026 Auditor-General’s Report flagged major issues surrounding the project. These include project delays, cost increases, weaknesses in planning and non-compliance with regulations and guidelines.
JKR has 33 projects classified as ‘sick’ as a result of contractor management weaknesses – Ahmad Maslan
Of the 875 projects being carried out at the construction stage by the public works department (JKR), 33 have been classified as sick projects as of September 30, said deputy works minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. He said that contractor management weaknesses were behind 77% of these sick projects, which are construction or infrastructure developments that have been significantly delayed, stalled or have run into severe operational and financial trouble, but not permanently abandoned.
Skip the middlemen, use MyJPJ for JPJ services – Loke
Motorists do not need to use collection agents as middlemen for services the road transport department (JPJ) can handle directly, says transport minister Anthony Loke. He said users can just utilise MyJPJ, the department’s digital mobile platform, MyJPJ, for such services, as The Edge reports.
Malaysian fuel prices Oct 8-14, 2026 – petrol up, RON95 to RM4.67, RON97 to RM5.15; diesel unchanged, RM5.27
It’s Wednesday, which means that it’s time once again for the weekly fuel price update, with the ministry of finance releasing the retail price of fuels for the coming week of October 8 to 14, 2026. There is no change to the price of unsubsidised B10/B15 diesel this week, so the fuel stays at the RM5.27 per litre it was at last week. As such, Euro 5 B7 diesel, which costs 20 sen more per litre than B10/B15 diesel, stays at RM5.47 per litre in the coming week.
ECRL at 98.16% completion, could even begin operations earlier than scheduled – fares will be affordable
At 98.16% complete, phase one of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) is well on track for its launch, and it may even begin operations earlier than its scheduled start in January, Under the original plan, phase one of the ECRL was supposed to open then.
Heading to Sepang for the F1 Bahrain GP this weekend? Use public transportation wherever possible, says KLIA
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has advised visitors heading to the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit (SIC) this October 2-4 weekend 2026 to use public transport wherever possible if they have not secured parking on-site for the event, as parking capacity at KLIA is extremely limited.
2026 Honda City Hatchback facelift open for booking in Malaysia – new face, 10-inch touchscreen, BLIS, 360-cam
A week after launching the 2026 Honda City facelift, Honda Malaysia has announced that the order books for the City Hatchback facelift have now been opened. Like the sedan, it’s the second refresh for the hatchback, which had its first facelift in 2024 following its debut here in late 2021. Also, like the City sedan, the 2026 iteration of the City Hatchback introduces a new face and some minor cosmetic changes to the exterior as well as a few upgrades to the interior.
Sepang is 100% ready for F1 Bahrain GP, nearly 100,000 tickets sold, highest sales in history of races there – SIC
Nothing like a situation elsewhere creating demand here, and in this case, a record-setting one. Public response to the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026, which Malaysia is hosting this coming October 2-4 weekend, has been nothing short of astounding, with Sepang International Circuit (SIC) revealing that nearly 100,000 tickets for the race have been snapped up, Bernama reports.
2026 Mercedes-AMG GT63 Pro Coupe now in Malaysia – 612 PS and 850 Nm, 4.0L V8, priced from RM2,088,888
Launched today alongside the previewed Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe was the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro 4Matic+ Coupe, which goes on sale priced from an estimated RM2,088,888. If the Pro suffix sounds familiar, it is, because it’s essentially the same car as the GT 63 Pro Motorsport Collectors Edition (RM2,588,888) that was introduced in Malaysia back in March this year, minus the special edition bits.
Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe previewed in Malaysia – to arrive in 1,169 PS/2,000 Nm GT63 form, fr. RM1.29 mil
The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe has made its way to Malaysia, with the second-gen iteration of the type getting its first showing here four months after its global reveal. It’s not launched or officially on sale in the country yet, the car being previewed in its GT 55 form as part of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s on-ground activities in conjunction with the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 being held at Sepang International Circuit (SIC) this coming weekend.
Mercedes-Benz GLC EV to be assembled in Thailand – GLC300 expected to go for under RM452k when it debuts
Mercedes-Benz Thailand has announced plans to manufacture the Mercedes-Benz GLC electric in Thailand, using domestically sourced components to strengthen the country’s auto supply chain and bolster its electric vehicle (EV) production, the Bangkok Post reports.
Federal Highway bike lane crash – road safety experts call for skid tests on green-paint surface treatment
Questions have been raised about the safety of the painted stretch of the Federal Highway motorcycle lane near Subang during wet weather following a mishap involving multiple motorcycles. In a video posted on Threads, several motorcycles can be seen lying on the lane after their riders skidded and lost control on the stretch. According to the post accompanying the video, the incident allegedly occurred during rainfall and was the second such incident at the location, the New Straits Times reports.
2026 Honda City facelift launched in Malaysia – new face, upgraded specs, same price, from RM90k to RM112k
Previewed earlier this month, the 2026 Honda City facelift is now on sale in Malaysia, with the car making its official debut earlier this morning. The 2026 iteration is the second facelift for the fifth-gen sedan, which arrived here in October 2020 before it was replaced by the first facelift in August 2023.
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