Malaysian automaker Proton opened its first electric vehicle (EV) factory in Tanjong Malim on the 4th of September. This plant will only manufacture EVs, a first for the peninsula and…
Antonina JosonSeptember 11, 2025
Vietnam announced in July 2025 that it will ban petrol-powered two-wheelers starting next year under the name Directive 20. Starting July 1 2026, the government will start its policy in…
Antonina JosonSeptember 3, 2025
Data from the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) revealed that Malaysia’s current vehicle market fell 4.7 per cent year-on-year. Overall, July’s new vehicle sales amounted to 443,777 units sold cumulatively and…
Antonina JosonAugust 28, 2025
At the launch event of the newest SEAL model, BYD announced the construction of a new production plant in Perak, Malaysia. THE NEW FACILITY BYD’s upcoming Malaysia plant will begin…
Antonina JosonAugust 28, 2025
Thailand’s new car sales reached 49,102 units in July. This figure is expected to improve further, boosted by rising electric vehicle (EV) sales. SALES AND PRODUCTION Data from the Federation…
Antonina JosonAugust 28, 2025
Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment recently proposed to tighten vehicle emission standards in its major cities. The new standards will be applied mostly to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh…
Antonina JosonAugust 28, 2025
A special operation led by Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) resulted in four confiscated vehicles originating from Singapore. The operation specifically targets vehicles and drivers that lack the proper registration…
Antonina JosonAugust 21, 2025
Car sales in Indonesia are down by 18.4 per cent year-on-year this July despite growing sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Data from the Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) revealed that…
Antonina JosonAugust 21, 2025
The ASEAN NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) rated the Toyota Yaris Cross 2025 a perfect rating of 5 stars and an overall score of 83.92 points. The Yaris Cross is…
Antonina JosonAugust 13, 2025
