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Fisker cuts 15% of staff, seeks partner on going-concern woe
01 March 2024
LOS ANGELES: Fisker Inc. plans to cut 15% of its workforce as the electric-vehicle maker faces "substantial doubt” about its ability to continue operating if it can’t secure new fi...
Burger seller compensated after workshop fails to repair MPV...
01 March 2024
Images shown are generic photos depicting an engine repair. JOHOR BARU: Ahmad Fakrullah regrets sending his MPV with engine troubles to a workshop that specialises in gearbox repa...
Volkswagen, Xpeng say first jointly made car will be electri...
01 March 2024
TAIPEI: German automaker Volkswagen and Chinese electric vehicle (EV) partner XPeng on Thursday said the first car they plan to develop together will be an SUV for which they will ...
Leap Year software glitch closes fuel pumps across New Zeala...
01 March 2024
WELLINGTON: New Zealand fuel stations reported nationwide outages at self-service pumps on Thursday, apparently because their software is unable to deal with the date of Feb 29. ...
Rolls-Royce reveals one-off Arcadia Droptail
01 March 2024
LONDON: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has unveiled the Arcadia Droptail, a car made for a customer with a keen interest in architecture and design. Inspired by the mythical Arcadia, sy...
Shah Alam running EV charging pilot project
01 March 2024
SHAH ALAM: The Shah Alam City Council is conducting a pilot project aimed at drafting guidelines for the installation of electric vehicle (EV) chargers at the local authority level...
New Maserati GranCabrio unveiled
29 February 2024
MODENA: Maserati has unveiled the GranCabrio, expanding its range with an open-top version that combines luxury, performance, and style. The new model, a convertible variant of ...
Bermaz Auto Alliance ceases operations and quits Peugeot, DS...
29 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Bermaz Auto Alliance (BAA) has ceased operations today after three years since its establishment to manage the distribution, sales and aftersales service of Peugeot v...
Allianz introduces EV Shield coverage with industry-first on...
29 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Bhd (Allianz General) launched a new insurance coverage – the Allianz EV Shield for electric vehicles (EVs). Offered u...
Stellantis Malaysia launches one-stop call centre
29 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Effective March 1, Stellantis Malaysia National Sales Company (Stellantis Malaysia) will open a one-stop call centre for Peugeot, DS and Citroën vehicles in the count...
Miti proposes one-time subsidy for EV ownership
29 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) has presented a proposal for a one-time subsidy for electric vehicle (EV) ownership to boost the growth of the i...
US law on domestic abuse should cover carmakers, says FCC ch...
29 February 2024
Rosenworcel. — Reuters WASHINGTON: The chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission on Wednesday proposed a potential new rule that would subject automakers that sell int...
All-new Škoda compact SUV for the Indian market coming
29 February 2024
PRAGUE: Škoda Auto India is set to introduce a new sub 4-metre SUV, marking its entry into India's compact segment and aiming to attract new customer groups. Capitalising on Ind...
Nissan plans self-driving taxi service in Japan
29 February 2024
YOKOHAMA: Nissan is planning to launch a self-driving taxi service in Japan in the financial year starting April 2027, the auto giant said Wednesday. The company said it will be...
Auto Bavaria dealership in Sungai Besi, KL, relocates
29 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Sime Darby Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi will be relocating from here to its new 4S dealership in Balakong, Selangor, in March. It is one of the oldest Auto Bavaria dea...
650 converted all-electric ID. Buzz Cargos to join Mitie fle...
29 February 2024
LONDON: British facilities management and professional services company Mitie has ordered 650 converted all-electric ID. Buzz Cargo vans, which will join its growing fleet of 4,000...
One death every two hours due to motorbike accidents in Mala...
29 February 2024
JOHOR BARU: A death occurs every two hours due to motorcycle accidents in Malaysia, says the Road Transport Department (JPJ). Its senior enforcement director Datuk Lokman Jamaan...
Italy talks to Tesla, Chinese carmakers in search for second...
29 February 2024
ROME: Italy has been in talks with Tesla and three Chinese carmakers as it tries to attract another manufacturer and reach an annual output target of 1.3 million vehicles, the indu...
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge updated with longer range and faster...
28 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Volvo Car Malaysia's C40 Recharge electric vehicle (EV) has been updated for model year 2024 with up to 550km in driving range, faster DC charging and pixel headlight...
BYD Seal secures 1,300 bookings in four days
28 February 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Sime Darby Motors (SDM) and BYD Malaysia has secured more than 1,300 bookings for the BYD Seal electric vehicle within four days of its launch at The Exchange TRX las...