Now that the Leapmotor B10 and C10 SUVs are CKD locally assembled, we can look forward to the next EV that will roll out from Stellantis’ Gurun, Kedah plant. As revealed at this year’s Auto China 2026, the third CKD model is the Leapmotor B03X (‘B zero three X’), which is called the A10 in China.

A lot hinges on the negotiations between Stellantis and the government regarding compliance and pricing (more so for an EV that’s meant to be affordable), but if all goes well, the CKD B03X is set to surface in the first half of next year, we’re told.

By the way, importing the model CBU from China is no longer a feasible option as the B03X fails to meet the minimum power output of 180 kW (245 PS) ruling, introduced earlier this year. Along with minimum power, the CBU barrier also mandates that imported EVs need to have a CIF value of no less than RM200,000, before duties, tax and margins.

“That’s where my advantage comes in. I’m one of the few OEMs who have a plant in Malaysia. If today I sell at RM125k, CKD I will still sell at RM125k. That’s my advantage compared to all the new players in the market, because I have a plant and it’s fully amortised. If the tax (free scheme) goes away, I don’t need two years to CKD – I’m there!” Stellantis ASEAN MD Isaac Yeo told paultan.org last year. Full interview here.

The B03X that Malaysia will be getting will be largely similar to the international version of the EV, which is now on sale in Europe. This global version differs from the China-market A10 in a few areas.

Like the A10, the B03X will have two LFP battery options (supplied by Gotion) in Europe – a 39.8 kWh unit delivering up to 292 km WLTP range and a 53.0 kWh battery providing up to 382 km. Both batteries come with what Leapmotor calls ‘2.5C’ fast-charging, which gets SoC from 30% to 80% in around 16 minutes. Max charging rates are 133 kW DC and 11 kW AC.

Like Europe, we’ll be getting a single front-mounted motor with 197 hp (145 kW) and 200 Nm of torque, good for 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 160 km/h. This is significantly more powerful than the A10, which motor has two outputs – 94 hp (70 kW) and 121 hp (90 kW), both with 150 Nm of torque. The A10 does the century sprint in 10.5 and 12.0 seconds respectively, while top speed is also 160 km/h.

Kit wise, the B03X at the just-concluded international media drive event in Malaga, Spain had a few things missing from the A10 we shot in China. Of course, there’s no LiDAR for markets outside of China, and the car we drove (top spec for Europe) misses out on the panoramic glass roof, flip-down table for rear passengers and a storage box under the flip-up rear seat base (in the style of Honda’s Ultra Seat).

The passenger end of the A10’s central air con vent cluster has an attachment for accessories such as ambient lighting, fragrance dispenser or a humidifier, among other things – this is not available in Europe. However, the under seat storage could make its way to EU as an accessory; it needs to be homologated first.

The Italian-registered B03X fleet at the Malaga drive was equipped with Yokohama BluEarth GT tyres and not the Linglongs we saw in China. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, the global B03X’s ride and handling is tuned by Stellantis, specifically at the Balocco proving ground in Italy.

By the way, the B03X isn’t called the A10 outside of China to avoid the market confusing it for an A-segment car. They say it’s a B, and they have the dimensions to back it up. The B03X is 4,270 mm long and 1,810 mm wide, with a wheelbase of 2,605 mm.

For context, the BYD Atto 2 – an electric B-SUV – is 40 mm longer and 20 mm wider, and its wheelbase is 15 mm longer. Compared to the Proton eMas 5/Geely EX2, the B03X is 135 mm longer, 5 mm wider and its wheelbase is 45 mm shorter.

Pricing is the most complicated factor for non-national makes, as it’s not fully within their control. Ideally, Stellantis Malaysia would want to give the single-spec B03X an RRP just north of RM100,000, slotting in below the CKD B10 Design, which is pegged at RM118,800 on-the-road without insurance. Again, much depends on the negotiations between carmaker and MITI. For now, what do you think of the Leapmotor B03X’s design and package?

GALLERY: Leapmotor A10 in China

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Hunting for a new car? Or a quality used one? Or simply can’t decide between the two? Here’s one event that has you covered on both fronts – the Carro Autofair 2026, happening from September 25-27 at Carro Puchong South, from 9am to 7pm daily. Up for grabs are exclusive rewards worth up to RM350,000, on top of very special prices and deals across the board.

On the brand-new side, five marques will be on show – Zeekr, Omoda Jaecoo, iCaur, Chery and Dongfeng – covering everything from premium EVs to family SUVs and affordable electric crossovers. Whichever badge you fancy, the deals at the fair are exclusive to the event, so it pays to drop by and ask.

Prefer to let someone else take the depreciation hit? The fair will also feature Carro Certified used cars at special prices – each one with a 160-point inspection, a five-day money-back guarantee, and guaranteed free of mileage tampering, major accidents, fire and flood damage. You can browse the current Carro Certified inventory here before you go.

Something a little different this time: there will also be selected official pre-owned cars from the new-car brands above – you can get a lower-priced route into a Chery or Dongfeng for example, with official peace of mind.

Whether you buy new or used at the fair, Carro pricing is all-in with no hidden fees – no extra charges for loan buyers, no processing fees, no inspection fees. What you see on the windscreen is what you pay.

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With new and used cars in one place, rewards worth up to RM350,000 and deals you’ll only find on-site, the Carro Autofair 2026 is worth the trip to Puchong – see you there!

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The Tesla Model Y Performance has officially gone on sale in China. First sighted in MIIT filings in July, the flagship of the Juniper range is now live on Tesla’s Chinese configurator at 369,000 yuan (approximately RM223,000), with deliveries estimated in two to six weeks.

That makes it the fifth and most expensive variant of the Model Y in China, sitting 30,000 yuan above the six-seat Model Y L. The full line-up now reads: rear-wheel drive at 263,500 yuan (RM159k), Long Range RWD at 288,500 yuan (RM174k), Long Range AWD at 313,500 yuan (RM189k), Model Y L at 339,000 yuan (RM205k) and the new Performance at 369,000 yuan.

The launch also marks the return of the Performance badge to China after an absence of over a year and a half – the pre-facelift Model Y Performance, which went for 354,900 yuan, was dropped when the Juniper facelift arrived in early 2025 and never made the transition until now.

Mechanically, the Chinese car mirrors the version that debuted in Europe, the Middle East and Africa in August last year. The dual-motor Performance 4DU drive system – listed in the MIIT filing with a 176 kW front and 291 kW rear motor, and quoted globally at a combined 460 hp (343 kW) – propels the SUV from 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, on to a top speed of 250 km/h.

The Chinese Performance draws from a 78.4 kWh battery pack supplied by LG Energy Solution’s local plant, rated at 659 km of range on the more lenient CLTC cycle – well short of the 821 km CLTC the Long Range RWD manages from the same pack, the price of the dual-motor performance tune. Curb weight is 2,027 kg.

The rest of the Performance kit carries over: front and rear bumpers that cut drag and lift, a carbon-fibre rear spoiler, 21-inch Arachnid 2.0 forged wheels with red brake callipers, adaptive dampers with Standard and Sport settings, and a reduced-intervention stability mode. Inside, there’s carbon-fibre trim, aluminium pedals, Performance-specific front sport seats with heating, ventilation and power-adjustable thigh support, heated power-folding rear seats and the larger 16-inch touchscreen shared with the Model Y L.

The flagship arrives at a difficult time for the Model Y in China. Deliveries fell 25.76% year-on-year in August to 29,260 units – a third consecutive monthly decline – with the year-to-date tally down 6.1% to 226,931 units amid intense pressure from local rivals, so a halo variant certainly won’t hurt.

Production at Giga Shanghai matters to us, too – the plant supplies right-hand-drive Teslas to Malaysia, so the path is now open for the Model Y Performance to return here as well. If it does, expect it to top the current Malaysian range, which peaks with the Y L at RM263,000.

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While BYD’s confirmed plans for CKD local assembly in Malaysia have yet to be formally announced, BYD Sime Motors has indicated that it has sufficient stock of vehicles to carry it through until the CKD programme starts.

According to BYD Sime Motors MD Adeline Lew, although local assembly has yet to fleshed out, all models the company is selling now are still available, and the company is confident of keeping that flow going until local production begins.

“We are working with our dealers to ensure that customers who place bookings will still be able to get their vehicles,” she said during the Q&A session following the launch of the limied-edition BYD Atto 3 Performance yesterday. This includes the Atto 2, which is reportedly low on stock at dealerships. “We are still selling the Atto 2, but of course, we have limited inventory,” she said.

We also posed the question on whether support would continue for existing owners of discontinued vehicles. At present, the only model that would constitute that for the brand would be the Dolphin. Lew said that support for customers will always be there.

“We place utmost importance on that, because we believe that customer satisfaction is just not from buying and driving a car, but also from ownership. So we remain committed to ensure that all our customers, in any cars that they buy from us, will receive after sales and support from us,” she said.

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Following the Honda CB750 Hornet, the 2026 Honda Transalp 750 also gets an E-Clutch for the Malaysia market. Pricing is yet to be announced for the Transalp – priced at RM56,800 in 2025 – and market entry is scheduled for December 2026, while the adventure-tourer will come in Ross White and Pearl Deep Mud Grey colour schemes.

Powering the Honda Transalp is a 755 cc liquid-cooled, SOHC parallel-twin engine producing 90.5 hp at 9,500 rpm and 75 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm. Drive is sent to the rear wheel through a six-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch and chain final drive.

Fuel tank capacity is 16.9 litres, while seat height is set at 850 mm. Honda also offers a lower 820 mm seat option, with kerb weight listed at 208 kg.

The cockpit features a new five-inch TFT-LCD instrument display, designed to remain easily readable in daylight with reduced glare. Three display modes are available, while the left handlebar switchgear has also been redesigned with backlit toggles that are simpler to operate while riding.

Bluetooth smartphone connectivity is provided through Honda’s RoadSync application, which is compatible with both Android and iPhone devices. The Transalp’s electronics package comprises five riding modes – Sport, Standard, Rain, Gravel and a User mode. The latter allows the rider to customise the motorcycle’s settings, with four engine power levels, three engine braking levels and five levels of traction control, including an off-road setting.

Braking is handled by twin 310 mm wave discs at the front with two-piston callipers, while the rear uses a 265 mm disc with a single-piston calliper. Two-channel ABS can also be switched off for off-road riding.

Suspension consists of Showa 43 mm SFF-CA (Separate Function Fork-Cartridge) upside-down forks at the front and a preload-adjustable monoshock at the rear. Suspension travel is rated at 200 mm up front and 190 mm at the rear, while ground clearance is 210 mm. For true off-road capability, the Transalp runs a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel, shod in 90/90 front and 150/70 rear tyres.

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The naturally-aspirated version of the Proton S70 – part of the forthcoming MC2 facelift lineup – was announced last week, but despite the car appearing in images and social media posts over the past few days, we have yet to clap eyes on the base Lite variant. So far, all we’ve seen is the higher-end Prime.

Until now, that is. Here we have the first live photos of what will soon be the cheapest S70 you can buy – one that is only a few thousand ringgit beyond the RM49,990 Saga Premium. Indeed, a leaked presentation slide purportedly showed the Lite costing between RM55,000 to RM59,000, with the Prime being another RM10,000 more expensive.

These variants complement the existing turbo model and serve as the indirect replacement for the soon-to-be-discontinued Persona. To do so, the 1.5 litre i-GT four-cylinder engine has been shorn of its turbocharger and direct injection, with the resulting BHE15-CFN naturally-aspirated, port-injected mill being identical to the Saga’s.

It makes the same 120 PS and 150 Nm of torque, which is 61 PS and 140 Nm less than the turbo car, but 11 PS more than the outgoing Persona’s Campro VVT. As per the Saga, the S70 Lite and Prime do without the turbo models’ sound-insulating engine cover, leaving the messy wiring and Lynk & Co-branded coil packs exposed.

The seven-speed dual-clutch transmission has also been jettisoned in favour of a new CVT that’s different from the Saga’s Punch unit, as it looks set to feature a torque converter for smoother step-off acceleration.

The stepless transmission is almost certainly the Wanliyang (WLY) unit found in the Chinese-market fourth-generation Geely Emgrand; other countries get a six-speed automatic paired with a direct-injected engine. It appears to retain the China car’s simulated eight-speed mode, something the Saga’s CVT does not offer.

However, while the Emgrand utilises a conventional mechanical gear lever and an up-down sequential gate, the S70 NA continues to use the turbo’s electronic selector. This not only means you’ll have to toggle the shifter twice to select reverse or drive, but you’ll also have to awkwardly flick it it left or right to row through the “gears” manually.

Beyond that, the S70 Lite and Prime are as per the lesser Executive turbo variant, with the exception of a black grille without the silver trim. Just like that car, you don’t get a full light bar at the back, with the Lite even being downgraded to halogen headlights. Oddly enough, the car retains the original, pre-MC LED indicators (the MC1 was downgraded to bulb units).

You’ll have to step up to the Prime to gain LED headlights and auto-folding door mirrors, and the Lite also makes do with black bumper corner “inlets” (silver on other models) and the Executive and Premium’s 16-inch turbine-style alloy wheels. The Prime steps up to 17-inch multi-spoke rollers, hitherto reserved for the Flagship.

Inside, the Lite and Prime maintain the Executive and Premium turbo’s analogue gauges and smaller eight-inch infotainment touchscreen, the latter now offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The operating system is the updated one from the Saga, replete with that car’s interface (with the vehicle in the menus being changed to an S70, obviously).

Unlike the Executive, a reverse camera and auto up/down windows (Executive is auto down only) are also fitted as standard. Other standard features include keyless entry with remote engine start, push-button start, a urethane steering wheel, manual fabric seats, fixed rear headrests and reverse sensors. The Lite loses out on the Prime’s auto air con, with the button for the function replaced by a toggle to turn the A/C on or off.

Safety-wise, the S70 Lite and Prime come with six airbags, stability control, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, rear collision warning, a door opening warning and a rear seat reminder. Sadly, none of them offer driver assists, not even autonomous emergency braking – a glaring omission considering the cheaper Saga Premium has it.

We should point out that while the S70 Lite and Prime will be part of the MC2 family, only the turbo models are expected to receive the full, in-house-designed facelift, including new head- and taillights, bumpers and even the X50‘s quad tailpipes. It could very well also feature an all-new interior, again following the footsteps of the X50.

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Singapore joins Thailand and Indonesia in welcoming the BYD Atto 1 (also known as the Seagull, Dolphin Mini and Dolphin Surf), which goes on sale in the island country as the brand’s smallest offering. The sole official distributor of BYD vehicles in Singapore is Vantage Automotive, a subsidiary of Sime Motors.

Priced at SGD172,888 (about RM555k) with guaranteed COE (certificate of entitlement), the Atto 1 is offered in a sole Dynamic variant with a 43.2-kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that is good for a WTLP-rated driving range of 322 km.

The Blade battery powers front electric motor rated at 88 PS (87 hp or 65 kW) and 175 Nm of torque, enabling a 0-100 km/h time of 12.1 seconds and top speed of 150 km/h. With a power output below 110 kW, the Atto 1 qualifies for a Category A COE.

Meanwhile its Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) A banding provides buyers with a rebate offset directly against the vehicle’s additional registration fee (ARF), with further savings being in the form of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Early Adoption Incentive (EEAI). In total, BYD Singapore says buyers can secure as much SGD30,000 (RM96k) in rebates.

Getting back to the specs, the Atto 1 supports AC charging at a peak of 11 kW and DC fast charging at up to 85 kW. There’s also a vehicle-to-load (V2L) system, with other features being six airbags, driver monitoring (fatigue and distraction), a tyre pressure monitor, a rear-view camera, a Level 2 ADAS suite (includes adaptive cruise control, AEB, lane departure assist, lane keeping assist), 16-inch alloys, a seven-inch digital instrument cluster, powered front seats, a 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen and four speakers.

The list continues with automatic halogen headlamps, a LED taillight bar, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, keyless entry and start, NFC card key access, automatic air-conditioning, fabric seat upholstery as well as a black and grey theme for the interior. Exterior colours available are Sprout Green, Ski White, Arctic Blue and Cosmos Black.

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Now priced at RM44,999 in Malaysia is the 2026 Honda CB750 Hornet naked sports bike, down from its previous recommended retail price of RM49,999. Pricing excludes road tax, insurance and registration, with only one colour option – Gold Finch Yellow – while Honda’s E-Clutch is standard equipment.

Power comes from a 755 cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel-twin engine with a 270-degree crankshaft. The configuration is designed to deliver a power character similar to a V-twin, with maximum output of 90 hp at 9,500 rpm and 74.4 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm.

The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Honda’s E-Clutch uses electronically controlled actuators to manage clutch engagement and disengagement automatically, allowing clutch-free starts, stops and gear changes while retaining a conventional clutch lever for riders who prefer to operate it manually.

The CB750 Hornet’s electronics package includes four riding modes – Sport, Standard, Rain and User – together with Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), engine braking control and wheelie control with parameters adjustable to the rider’s preferences. Braking is handled by twin front discs with radial-mount four-piston Nissin callipers, while the rear gets a 240 mm disc with a single-piston calliper with two-channel ABS as standard.

The motorcycle rides on 17-inch wheels, fitted with 120/70 front and 160/60 rear tyres. Suspension is supplied by Showa, comprising a 41 mm SFF-BP upside-down fork at the front and a rear monoshock working through Honda’s Pro-Link linkage. The fork is non-adjustable, while the rear shock offers spring preload adjustment.

Rider information is displayed on a 5-inch TFT-LCD instrument panel with four selectable display layouts. Smartphone connectivity is also standard through Honda Smartphone Voice Control and the Honda RoadSync application, allowing the rider to access functions including navigation, phone calls, messages and music through a connected smartphone.

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Following its introduction in Sarawak, the Teksi Madani national taxi renewal programme continues its expansion in East Malaysia, with the transport ministry announcing its availability in Sabah. The programme was launched on July 3 by prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and was subsequently implemented in Seremban on July 16 and then Kuching on August 28.

The launch event in Kota Kinabalu, which was officiated by deputy transport minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah, provided taxi, e-hailing and rental car drivers in the state the opportunity to obtain direct information regarding incentives, financing, social protection and opportunities associated with the programme.

In a statement, the ministry said that a total of 150 participants, comprising taxi, rental car and e-hailing drivers as well as government agency representatives and industry stakeholders were present at the event. Drivers were briefed on application procedures, programme benefits and financing packages designed to assist them in transitioning to newer, safer vehicles that meet current operational needs.

The ministry said that use of newer vehicles not only reduces maintenance needs and boosts operational efficiency but also offers modern safety features and amenities that provide a superior travel experience for passengers.

The event also showcased the Proton S70 that has been specially prepared for the taxi renewal programme. Finished in Ruby Red, the Teksi Madani example – which is one of the cars available for the scheme – does away with conventonal taxi livery and the traditional ‘topper’ on the roof, but uses the special ‘GET’ number plate and digital taxi meters.

The ministry revealed that at present, there are 818 taxi drivers, 4,045 rental car drivers and 24,006 e-hailing drivers in Sabah who are active and registered with the Sabah commercial vehicle licensing board (LPKP Sabah), which made the state a strategic location for expanding the benefits of the nationwide reform programme.

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The upcoming BMW iX5 Hydrogen has reached the next development phase as it edges closer to series production and joining the G65 line-up in 2028. According to the company, the focus now is on further validation of its third-generation fuel cell system, which will be produced at the company’s engine facility in Steyr, Austria and was co-developed with Toyota.

Prototypes of the iX5 Hydrogen are currently subject to tests under demanding environmental and operating conditions. This is to ensure full performance capabilities of the drivetrain at all times, including systems such as the fuel cell, electric motor and high-voltage battery.

The BMW Hydrogen Flat Storage system is also part of the validation process and features seven high-pressure (700 bar) tanks made of carbon-fibre reinforced composite that are connected with one another in parallel in a metal frame.

A central main valve controls several connected chambers to form an enclosed unit, which optimises storage that affects range. BMW says the system can store at least seven kg of hydrogen and be refilled in five minutes, providing up to 750 km of range.

There’s also the Energy Master, a central control unit for the high-voltage system that sits above hydrogen storage system. Development and production of the Energy Master are being carried out fully in-house for the first time, the latter being at BMW Group Plant Landshut in Germany. BMW says it is targeting a 0-100 km/h time of five seconds for the iX5 Hydrogen.

In conjunction with validation testing, the fuel cell system also enters the next prototype assembly phase where the company establishes the necessary conditions for robust and efficient manufacturing processes. As this isn’t a lab experiment but a mass-production model, ensuring robust and efficient manufacturing processes is important to getting the zero-emissions vehicle to market.

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A Singaporean motorcycle rider was rescued by Malaysian police after becoming lost while riding a 1,000 cc motorcycle along a hiking trail at Bukit Tiram, Bandar Cemerlang, Johor. The Ulu Tiram police station’s Crime Prevention Patrol (RCJ) Tango 5 team responded after the Seri Alam District Control Centre (DCC) received information about the rider, who had become lost and required assistance.

Acting on information provided, RCJ Tango 5 personnel immediately began searching for the man using his reported location and telephone number. The rider was subsequently found together with his Honda Africa Twin along the trail.

According to police, the man had fallen while travelling along the route. He then attempted to lift the motorcycle but was unable to do so, as stated by Ulu Tiram police in their social media page.

The situation became more difficult after the motorcycle’s battery ran out of power, while the rider was also unfamiliar with the route out of the area and could not find his way to obtain assistance. An initial inspection found that the rider was tired but safe, with no injuries reported.

The swift response by the RCJ Tango 5 team ensured the rider’s safety and provided him with the assistance needed to get out of the area. The incident also highlights the risks of taking large-capacity motorcycles onto unfamiliar or unsuitable routes, particularly where access for assistance may be limited.

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A total of 945 commercial vehicle companies with more than 20 outstanding summonses each have been given 14 days, until September 24, to settle all their outstanding compounds or face further enforcement action, including the suspension of their operating permits. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the companies have accumulated 40,595 outstanding summonses worth a combined RM12.18 million, covering offences recorded between 2023 and 2026.

Of the 945 companies, 940 are goods vehicle operators while the remaining five are bus companies. Aedy Fadly said JPJ, in collaboration with the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD), would suspend the companies’ permits if the outstanding summonses are not settled within the stipulated 14-day period.

The companies’ vehicles could also be seized if they are found operating on public roads after their permits have been suspended. He said in a social media post JPJ had issued multiple notices and called on the affected companies to settle their outstanding summonses, but some operators had continued to ignore the warnings.

“JPJ will not compromise. After issuing several notices to these companies and giving them opportunities to settle their summonses, we will no longer give them any leeway,” he said. Aedy Fadly also stressed that commercial vehicle operators and owners cannot simply shift responsibility to their drivers.

He said companies are responsible for ensuring that the vehicles under their management, as well as their drivers, comply with all relevant laws and regulations. Based on a list released by JPJ, KDEB Waste Management has the highest number of outstanding summonses, with 3,083.

It is followed by Majniza Mantap with 889 summonses and Boon Chin Transport with 767. Other companies on the list include Syarikat Ehsan Enterprise with 482 outstanding summonses, Tashwin IT Enterprise with 321 and Cahaya Nurani Jaya with 245.

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Mercedes-Benz has revealed the second model in its Mythos series of ultra-exclusive, limited-production cars following the 250-unit Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed that made its debut in December 2024.

What you’re looking at here is the Mercedes‑AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung, which is rarer still with just 30 units to be offered. Based on the existing CLE53 4Matic+ Coupe – this was launched in Malaysia last September – the CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung offers even greater performance and, to our eyes, serves as an early look at a facelift for the CLE. In case you’re curious, we ran ‘Spezialanfertigung’ through a translator and it means ‘custom made’ in German.

It has been rumoured that the Mercedes-AMG will bring back the V8 for future models, with the CLE63 tipped to be one of the recipients. There’s no CLE63 yet but the supposed plan is well and truly in motion, as the CLE 646 (we’re keeping the name short from here on) is powered by the M177 Evo, which is an enhanced version of the 4.0 litre biturbo V8 engine that was synonymous with true AMG cars over the past decade.

Producing 646 PS (637 hp or 475 kW) from 6,000 to 6,250 rpm and 850 Nm of torque from 2,500 to 4,500 rpm, the M177 Evo with its flat-plane crankshaft is significantly more powerful than the CLE53 that offers 449 PS (443 hp or 330 kW) and 600 Nm. The CLE 646’s engine gets three separate cooling circuits to keep the thermals in check and is mated to the stacked exhaust system developed in cooperation with Akrapovic using plenty of titanium to keep the weight down.

For a brief look back, the non-Evo variant of the M177 had a cross-plane crankshaft, with its highest outputs being applied to the GT63S 4-Door Coupe (the one that isn’t an EV) that packed 639 PS (630 hp or 470 kW) and 900 Nm.

Like with the CLE53, there’s a 48-volt mild hybrid system with an integrated starter generator (ISG) that provides a small boost of 23 PS (23 hp or 17 kW) of power and 205 Nm, while also supporting recuperation, load point shifting, cruising and a much smoother start-stop function.

Different from the CLE53 is the drivetrain, as the CLE 646 ditches the all-wheel drive system to send drive exclusively to the rear wheels via a nine-speed AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission. The company states a 0-100 km/h time of 3.9 seconds, a 0-200 km/h time of 11.4 seconds and a top speed of 310 km/h.

To make sure there’s handling to go along with the grunt, the car gets steel coilover suspension developed together with KW Automotive. This comes with four-way adjustable dampers with independently configurable low-speed and high-speed rebound and compression settings.

An AMG Ceramic High-Performance Composite Braking System is also standard, with the front having 420 mm rotors and six-piston fixed callipers, while the rear is fitted with 360 mm rotors and single-piston floating callipers. The body structure also gets additional reinforcements in various locations along with an integrated rollover bar for better rigidity, the latter resulting in the deletion of the rear seats and acoustic insulation materials.

The list continues with a 22 mm lower ride height at the front and 16 mm at the rear compared to the CLE53, while the 20-inch forged wheels get staggered tyres sizes (305/30R20 front, 335/30R20 rear). The tyres themselves are based on a further development of technology originally created for the Mercedes‑AMG One and are exclusive to the CLE 646. The brand’s nine-stage AMG Traction Control system is also here for driver to choose the amount of wheel slip allowed.

As for the looks, the tristar-themed exterior lights are new for the CLE and could be introduced to more conventional variants as part of a facelift. Specific to the CLE 646 is its wider body thanks to an extensively modified shell serving to increase structural rigidity.

The company says its creation is 60 mm wider front and rear than a CLE53, with carbon-fibre being used in many areas. These include the vented front fenders, the very aggressive front apron with large cooling intakes and an adjustable diffuser, the side sills, the bonnet with a prominent scoop, the roof and rear bumper with an integrated diffuser.

Even the reinforced boot lid with trapezoidal supports for the manually adjustable rear wing is made of the lightweight material. To tip the scales less, the rear side windows and rear window are made from polycarbonate, while a lighter 12-volt starter battery is used.

If the bodywork wasn’t shouty enough, the front section of the car is finished in Mojave Silver Magno, while from the B‑pillar rearwards is Obsidian Black Magno. AMG crests on the driver’s and passenger’s doors are another notable cue, as is the ‘V8’ badge on the fender vents.

Inside, you’ll find carbon-fibre door panels, ultra-lightweight bucket seats and a revised AMG Performance steering wheel that has less controls because of fewer drive modes and assistance systems, including Parktronic. Those six-point harnesses are an optional extra, but it shouldn’t be an issue for those who can afford whatever amount Mercedes-Benz plans to charge for the car.

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Aston Martin and Brough Superior have unveiled the AMB 002 Roadster, their first road-going motorcycle developed as part of the collaboration between the two British marques. It follows the track-only AMB 001 and AMB 001 Pro, which were launched in 2019 and 2022 respectively.

Unlike its predecessors, the AMB 002 has been developed specifically for road use, with the focus on lightweight construction, agile handling and rider involvement. At the heart of the AMB 002 is an all-new 1,083 cc liquid-cooled four-stroke V-twin producing 130 hp and 110 Nm, tuned to deliver strong low- and mid-range torque, while retaining a responsive top-end.

The engine is designed, machined and assembled at Brough Superior’s facility in Toulouse, France. Cases are CNC-machined from billet, with the construction designed to reduce weight while maintaining structural rigidity with the V-twin engine sitting in a titanium backbone frame, also machined from a solid billet.

The frame weighs just 5 kg and contributes to a claimed 50:50 weight distribution with extensive use of carbon-fibre for the bodywork and fuel tank, giving the AMB 002 a weight of 190 kg. The lightweight construction, low centre of gravity and centralised mass are intended to give the roadster a combination of strong acceleration and agile handling.

Up front, the AMB 002 uses Brough Superior’s double-wishbone Fior suspension system instead of a conventional telescopic fork. The system separates steering and braking forces and is designed to maintain front-end geometry under braking and cornering with anti-dive characteristics intended to improve stability

Styling comes from Aston Martin’s design studio, with the AMB 002 featuring a compact, forward-biased profile and extensive carbon-fibre bodywork. The fuel tank and side fairings feature smooth, sculpted surfaces, while crescent-shaped openings in the side panels help with engine cooling and airflow, and low-mounted mirror stalks contributing to the minimalist appearance.

Several Aston Martin design cues have been adapted for the motorcycle, including the brand’s signature side strake, which runs through the side fairing and towards the headlamp. The twin oval exhaust outlets feature ribbed heat sinks inspired by the exhaust finishers used on the Vanquish, DB12 S and DBX S, while the rear light blades draw inspiration from Aston Martin’s Vulcan, Valkyrie and Valhalla models.

Other equipment includes keyless operation, a backlit ignition button and hand-crafted leather seat pads. Production of the AMB 002 Roadster will be limited to just 300 units, with each motorcycle individually built by hand. Orders are now being taken, with deliveries scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2027, while Aston Martin and Brough Superior have yet to announce pricing for the AMB 002 Roadster.

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Last week, it was reported that BYD planned to reveal its EV development plan for Malaysia this week, answering the long-awaited question of whether local assembly was going to proceed and the route it would take should that happen.

As indicated by BYD vice-president and general manager of its Asia Pacific auto sales division, Liu Xueliang, when asked by reporters whether BYD would work with a local partner or set up its own manufacturing operations here, said that the answer would come within a week.

The answer to that has come, although not in full, with the brand only confirming that it will go the CKD route and that it will not be on its own as originally intended, with the company finally stating that its planned Tanjong Malim facility will not happen. This was revealed by BYD Malaysia MD Jacob Ma last night, during the official introduction of the limited issue BYD Atto 3 Performance.

“To clear the air on this, the Tanjong Malim facility will not proceed. However, this decision does not mean that BYD has cancelled its plans for local assembly in Malaysia. Our commitment to local assembly remains,” he told the media at a Q&A session following the launch event.

“We are working with an established local assembly partner that has the capacity and the capabilities to meet BYD’s requirements and can support our full local assembly operations. Discussions are already at a very advanced stage and we are finishing the necessary documentation, and we will make an official announcement once everything is in place,” he said, adding that the identity of the local partner could not be revealed until the deal is inked.

Ma added that while plans might have evolved, the company’s intention remained the same. “We continue to see Malaysia as an important market and strategic part of BYD’s growth in the future. Plans might evolve, locations might change, and strategies might be refined, but what remains constant is our commitment to this market. We will continue to invest. BYD is here to stay. We are here to grow with Malaysia,” he stated.

In August 2025, BYD confirmed plans for its own CKD plant in Tanjong Malim, Perak, but there have been no updates on it in recent times – as of last month, MITI said no official decision had been made on the plant.

Meanwhile, the contract assembly route has been gathering steam, following Liu’s visit to the Sime Motors Inokom plant in Kulim, Kedah in May, which hinted heavily at Sime Motors becoming BYD’s local contract-assembly partner, an arrangement that would sit well with MITI’s preference for EV makers to work with local partners rather than build new factories of their own.

Adding further to that direction, it was reported that Sime Motors’ leadership team visited BYD’s Shenzhen headquarters last week for talks on “strategic priorities and areas of mutual interest.”

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The head of Italian auto suppliers lobby Anfia has urged the European Union (EU) to impose 80% tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles and parts above a certain threshold to safeguard the European ​car industry, Reuters reports.

“We have ​maximum respect for what the Chinese industry has achieved, but that respect has now turned into fear. Europe cannot lose an industry which is essential for its ⁠strategic autonomy,” Anfia president Roberto Vavassori told the news agency.

He said that Chinese imports to the EU should be tariff-free up to 8% of annual European vehicle registrations, but with an 80% tariff on imports above that limit. He added that it should cover both vehicles and components, as parts make up roughly 80% of a vehicle’s value.

The EU imposes additional duties on Chinese-made EVs on top of its standard 10% car import tariff, with the combined tariff burden ranging from 18-45% depending ​on the manufacturer. Introduced in 2024, these measures will remain in force for five years.

Interestingly, Vavassori called Chinese carmakers’ European plants “screwdriver factories”, saying that the likes of BYD and Chery have little interest in local sourcing and that he expects them to keep importing most components from China or low-cost countries close to Europe.

The Anfia boss said Italian auto suppliers exported 4.9 billion euros (RM23 billion) worth of products to Germany last year, a fifth of which was for Volkswagen.

He expects exports to fall around 10% this year after dropping 4.6% in the first half, and considering VW’s massive restructuring, could plummet by 40-50% by 2028 without protection from Chinese imports. “That would be indeed the end of the story,” he said.

Vavassori also criticised the EU’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act, saying ​it could encourage imports from countries like Morocco or Turkey linked to ​the EU through ⁠free-trade agreements instead of strengthening European production. “As it is written now, it accelerates nothing except the announced death of the automotive industry,” he said.

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Besides launching the Atto 3 Performance, BYD has also showcased the midrange Premium variant in the new Gemilang Blue. The vibrant azure hue was introduced late last month, ostensibly to tie in with Malaysia’s Merdeka celebrations.

Of course, the Chinese EV specialist hasn’t formulated a new colour just for us. No, this is simply a renamed Iris Blue, the hero colour for the Atto 3 Evo (Premium and Performance over in Malaysia) in Europe. Despite being a regular paint option over there, here it remains exclusive to the Premium, with even the brand new Performance missing out. Other hues include Ski White, Atlantis Grey, Harbour Grey and Cosmos Black.

Anyway, the Gemilang Blue version is said to cost RM14,000 less than the regular RM138,800 Premium at RM124,800 nett, even cheaper than the base Ultra (RM125,800). However, BYD likely arrived at this figure by taking into account the launch package, which includes a free wallbox charger and RM10,000 in overtrade support; this promo is also offered on the Ultra.

No change to the mechanicals, the Premium maintaining its comprehensive under-the-skin Evo overhaul. This included a switch from the Ultra’s front-wheel drive to a rear-drive setup, with the single motor itself producing more power at 313 PS (230 kW) and 380 Nm of torque. So equipped, the car gets from zero to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds – not as quick as the Performance, sure, but still plenty for everyday driving.

The Blade LFP battery has also been made larger at 74.88 kWh Blade LFP battery, resulting in the most range of any Atto 3 at a respectable 510 km. We should point out that in Malaysia, BYD continues to use NEDC range figure (600 km) to market the car.

Elsewhere, the electrical architecture has been upgraded to 800 watts, enabling up to 220 kW of DC fast charging, topping up the battery from 10 to 80% in just 25 minutes. It can also accept up to 11 kW of AC charging (up from the Ultra’s 7 kW) for a full charge in eight hours. Other far-reaching changes shared with the Premium include new dual-jointed MacPherson strut front and five-link (four on the front-drive Ultra) rear suspension.

Beyond the new colour, the Premium is the same as before, still with the facelift’s revised front and rear bumpers with twin “tusks”, redesigned D-pillars, “looping” full-width taillights and “pause” third brake lights. The previously grey 18-inch turbine alloy wheels now come in a two-tone finish (same with the Performance) for a more, ahem, premium look.

Inside, the Atto 3 gets a more sober all-black cabin with its dashboard ripples smoothened out, although it still has pull-back door openers and the “guitar strings” on the door pockets. Also fitted is a new steering wheel from the Atto 2, a much larger 8.88-inch instrument display and a 15.6-inch non-rotating infotainment touchscreen.

Meanwhile, a new column-mounted gear selector replaces the kettlebell-inspired centre console-mounted one, freeing up space in the middle for twin smartphone holders. These incorporate a more powerful 50-watt Qi wireless charger with integrated cooling.

Standard kit is carried over from the Premium and includes LED headlights, roof rails, keyless entry with an NFC key card, push-button start, auto air con, six-way power-adjustable front seats with ventilation and driver’s side lumbar adjustment (the latter being exclusive to the Premium and Performance), faux leather upholstery, a panoramic glass sunroof, heated side-view mirrors, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a 360-degree camera system.

The boot measures 490 litres, 56 litres more than the Ultra thanks to the removal of the dual-level boot floor and side storage nets, plus thinner rear seat backs with dual-position recline. One thing of note is that the Premium still loses out on the sliding tonneau cover added to the Performance; even the Ultra gets a hard cover.

In terms of safety, the Premium gets the centre airbag that was deleted from the Ultra, for a total of seven airbags. There’s also a full suite of driver assists, including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centring assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, rear collision warning, a door opening warning and the Premium and Performance-exclusive front cross traffic alert with auto brake, traffic sign recognition and speed limit assist.

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To facilitate the Penang Mutiara Line LRT project, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah will undergo traffic diversion from September 12, 2026 to July 31, 2027 for piling and permanent structural works.

According to MRT Corp, the 322-day traffic diversion would cover the stretch near the Acre Work construction area until the junction leading to the Penang Airport Taxi Limousine Service heading towards Teluk Kumbar.

In addition to the traffic diversion along Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, a short-term road closure along Jalan Magazine will also be implemented from 10pm on September 14 until 5am on October 5. This is for allow for road widening and utility relocation works relating to the Mutiara Line LRT project.

The closure is a partial one and involves the leftmost lane on Jalan Magazine, in front of the St Giles Wembley Hotel, heading towards Komtar, with other lanes remaining open. “Road signs and traffic cones will be placed, while flagmen will be deployed to help manage traffic flow and ensure the safety of road users at the affected routes,” MRT Corp said in a statement.

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Three months on from the debut of the facelifted Atto 3, BYD has launched the Performance variant, as teased two weeks ago. The C-segment electric SUV now offers all-wheel drive and a scintillating amount of, well, performance to go with the earlier mechanical upgrades.

Want one? You’ll have to hurry, as only 69 units will be offered in Malaysia, ostensibly to celebrate Malaysia’s 69th year of independence. Priced at RM149,800 nett (RM151,165 on-the-road without insurance), the Performance is RM11,000 more expensive than the Premium (RM138,800) and RM24,000 more than the base Ultra (RM125,800). As usual, you get a six-year/150,000 km warranty and an eight-year/160,000 km battery and motor warranty.

Buyers of the range-topper get an exclusive launch package worth up to RM10,000, including a free wallbox charger with installation and RM6,000 in overtrade support. Those who don’t want the charger or live in strata property can instead opt for a six-year standard service package and slightly reduced overtrade support of RM5,000. The amount of overtrade support here is decidedly less than the RM10,000 offered for the Ultra and Premium at launch.

The Performance has undergone the same comprehensive under-the-skin Evo overhaul as the Premium, maintaining that car’s more powerful rear motor making 313 PS (230 kW) and 380 Nm of torque. New here is a second motor on the front axle producing 136 PS (100 kW) and 180 Nm, resulting in a heady total system output of 449 PS (330 kW) and 560 Nm.

So equipped, the Performance gets from zero to 100 km/h a second and a half quicker than the Premium, taking just four seconds flat. Equipped with the same 74.88 kWh Blade LFP battery, its WLTP-rated range is trimmed by 40 km to 470 km. We should point out that in Malaysia, BYD continues to use NEDC range figure (530 km) to market the car.

With an 800-volt electrical architecture, the Performance supports up to 220 kW of DC fast charging and is able to be topped up from 10 to 80% in just 25 minutes. It can also accept up to 11 kW of AC charging for a full charge in eight hours. Other far-reaching changes shared with the Premium include new dual-jointed MacPherson strut front and five-link (four on the front-drive Ultra) rear suspension.

The increased power comes with a heavy penalty in terms of road tax. You’ll be paying RM665 in annual road tax for the Performance, nearly double that of the Premium’s RM335 – and more than four times that of the Ultra’s RM160.

Aside from the added power, the Performance looks identical to the Premium, with the exception of the AWD tailgate badge. You still get the revised front and rear bumpers with twin “tusks”, redesigned D-pillars, “looping” full-width taillights and “pause” third brake lights. The 18-inch turbine alloy wheels are shared with the Premium, now with a two-tone finish that’s been extended to the lesser variant.

Inside, the Atto 3 gets a more sober all-black cabin with its dashboard ripples smoothened out, although it still has pull-back door openers and the “guitar strings” on the door pockets. Also fitted is a new steering wheel from the Atto 2, a much larger 8.88-inch instrument display and a 15.6-inch non-rotating infotainment touchscreen.

Meanwhile, a new column-mounted gear selector replaces the kettlebell-inspired centre console-mounted one, freeing up space in the middle for twin smartphone holders. These incorporate a more powerful 50-watt Qi wireless charger with integrated cooling.

Standard kit is mostly carried over from the Premium and includes LED headlights, roof rails, keyless entry with an NFC key card, push-button start, auto air con, six-way power-adjustable front seats with ventilation and driver’s side lumbar adjustment, faux leather upholstery, a panoramic glass sunroof, heated side-view mirrors, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a 360-degree camera system.

Two big new features have been added for the Performance. The first is a head-up display that projects your speed, navigation directions and key driver assist data onto the windscreen, and the second is a heated and cooled fridge under the front centre armrest, adjustable via a control knob. This does reduce the amount of storage somewhat, and you’ll also have to store your usual odds and ends elsewhere.

As per the Premium, the boot measures 490 litres, which is 56 litres more than the Ultra thanks to the removal of the dual-level boot floor and side storage nets, plus thinner rear seat backs with dual-position recline. One change is that the Performance finally receives a sliding tonneau cover, not offered on the Premium.

In terms of safety, the Performance retains the Premium’s centre airbag for a total of seven airbags, plus a full suite of driver assists. This includes autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centring assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, rear collision warning, a door opening warning and the Premium’s front cross traffic alert with auto brake, traffic sign recognition and speed limit assist.

The Performance is available in the same colours as the Ultra – Ski White, Atlantis Grey, Harbour Grey and Cosmos Black. Unfortunately, the car misses out on the Premium’s more vibrant Iris Blue, renamed Gemilang Blue in Malaysia to tie in with the Merdeka celebrations.

GALLERY: 2026 BYD Atto 3 Performance official photos

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Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has opened registration of interest for the facelifted W223 S-Class ahead of its local launch. The company has begun notifying customers through official WhatsApp messages, which state an estimated starting price of RM950,000, with a pre-order form now live on its Malaysian website – “register your interest today to receive priority pre-order access and exclusive launch updates,” goes the pitch.

The website also settles the variant question. The new S-Class is listed here as the S450 4MATIC, offered in two forms – the sporty S450 4MATIC AMG Line Plus and the S450 4MATIC Premium. That marks a change from the pre-facelift line-up, which consisted solely of the S580e plug-in hybrid, most recently priced at RM738,888 – so the PHEV limousine makes way for a mild-hybrid petrol straight-six.

Both the WhatsApp blast and the website describe the engine as an enhanced inline-six “delivering up to 640 Nm of torque with overtorque” – wording Mercedes-Benz has so far reserved for the S450 and S500 petrol variants. Powered by the M256 Evo, the car should be equipped with a 48-volt mild hybrid system with a 23 PS integrated starter-generator.

As a recap, the facelifted S-Class made its global debut in January to mark 140 years since Karl Benz invented the car, with some 2,700 components – more than half the car – either new or reengineered. The front end is dominated by a grille that’s 20% larger than before with an illuminated surround, flanked by headlamps with quadruple star elements and joined by a gloss black frame, plus an optional illuminated bonnet star.

Inside, the portrait touchscreen of the pre-facelift car is replaced by the MBUX Superscreen, combining a 14.4-inch centre touchscreen and a 12.3-inch passenger display under one piece of glass, running the new MB.OS operating system with Google Maps and “Hey Mercedes” voice control backed by generative AI including ChatGPT. The Malaysian site also highlights twin 13.1-inch rear screens, Burmester surround sound, a 110 mm-longer wheelbase for the long-wheelbase model sold here, cloud-based intelligent damping that adjusts proactively using crowdsourced road data, and rear airbags and seatbelt airbags.

The refreshed S-Class is no stranger to Malaysian soil – an early example visited our shores in June as part of the model’s 140th anniversary world tour, following initial teasers in May.

If the RM950,000 estimate holds, the new S450 4MATIC will command over RM211,000 more than the outgoing S580e, though final pricing – and just how much of the global car’s extensive options list makes it here – will be confirmed at launch. Interested parties can register at Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s website.

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