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Bean counters in the automotive industry across ASEAN nations are seeing a slowdown in exports of legacy car brands due to the high influx of spanking new high technology Chinese auto brands that are stimulating purchase decision like never before. Even with their new factories and acquisition of legacy auto brand factories in the region, the movement of newly assembled vehicles in the ASEAN region has slowed down.

Why Perodua Completely Dominates Malaysia’s Automotive Market Till Today Walk down any street in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru or even Mambang Di Awan (in Perak) and you will notice a consistent pattern, Perodua vehicles are everywhere. From university students driving their first entry-level hatchbacks to e-hailing drivers navigating urban traffic for many hours in a day, Perodua is not just a car manufacturer in Malaysia, it is an integral part of daily life mobility for millions.

Goh Brothers opens a new Hyundai 4S Centre in Juru, Penang. Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY), in partnership with established automotive retail group Goh Brothers Motor Sdn Bhd, has officially launched its newest 4S dealership in Juru, Pulau Pinang. The opening of Hyundai Juru, GBM represents a key milestone in Hyundai’s nationwide network expansion strategy, supporting the brand’s objective of establishing 25 operational sales and service touchpoints across Malaysia by the end of 2026.

Hardly Destruction and Performance Hauz will represent Malaysia at Custom Kings Asia 2026. Harley-Davidson Malaysia hosted the Malaysian qualifying round of Custom Kings Asia 2026 during a Cars & Coffee gathering, spotlighting the engineering prowess, individuality, and artistry of local bespoke bike builders.

You can now book your next car service at Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis through TNG eWallet. Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis (TCEAS), the aftersales and vehicle service subsidiary of Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad, has partnered with TNG Digital to integrate service appointment booking and cashless payments directly into the TNG eWallet app.

Global Auto Sales Rankings for First Half of 2026 Released: Toyota Tops Again, BYD, Geely, Chery Enter Top 10 Chery Auto Group management must be celebrating big time in AnHui as news just in that Chery is now in 10th position for global auto sales. In the first half of 2026, Toyota Motor led global automakers with sales of approximately 5.39 million vehicles worldwide, down 2.8% year-over-year.

After the recent house fire in Alam Damai, Cheras, involving an EV being charging, the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) has issued an official statement clarifying home insurance policies and advising property owners on necessary precautions. To start, permanently installed (hard-wired) EV wallboxes are classified as building fixtures and fittings under standard home policies.

Hap Seng Star is hosting a Merdeka Salebration, offering Certified Pre-Owned Mercedes-Benz units from as low as RM138,000. In conjunction with the upcoming National Day celebrations, premier authorized agent Hap Seng Star is hosting the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Merdeka Salebration from 21 to 31 August 2026.

On August 17 this year, during Geely Auto’s interim results announcement, An Conghui, CEO of Geely Holding Group, stated that Volvo’s European plants will become a key hub for Geely’s European strategy, with production of premium luxury models from within the Geely Auto Group scheduled to begin in 2028.

Recently, spy photos have been circulating revealing the interior of the new BYD Seagull test vehicle. The updated compact electric car features revisions to its interior, exterior design, dimensions, and powertrain. Inside, the cabin adopts a tilted central island layout, equipped with a larger floating-style center touchscreen which is a welcome new feature The standalone digital instrument cluster has been removed, and a wireless charging pad is now integrated into the front console.