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The fuel price for RON97 petrol will increase by 1 sen from October 07 to October 12.This makes the current price for the RON97 to stay at RM 2.77 per litre.  <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1070/2839323/petrol-pump-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="578px" layout="responsive" style=""></amp-img></div> The Ministry of Finance stated that they will maintain the ceiling prices of RON95 for RM2.05 per litre and diesel for RM2.15 per litre even though the actual prices for both products have increased over the ceiling price. This was to ensure that users will not be affected by the actual global price. "The government will continue to monitor the impact of crude oil price fluctuations and take appropriate measures to safeguard the well-being of the people," said the Ministry of Finance.<div> </div>

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19309/15985767/conversions/PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(3)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15985767" alt="PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(3).jpg"> Malaysia has officially launched its first <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/proton-launches-new-ev-plant-in-tanjung-malim-emas-7-ckd-begins" target="_blank">Proton electric vehicle (EV) factory</a>, a milestone Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says reflects not just technological progress, but also the strength of Malaysia-China cooperation through <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/07/drb-hicom-geely-aim-to-attract-rm32-billion-in-ahtv-investment" target="_blank">Proton and its strategic partner, Geely</a>.Among those present at the factory launch were Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, Transport Minister Anthony Loke, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang and Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19309/15985768/conversions/PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15985768" alt="PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(4).jpg"> Speaking at the launch earlier today, Anwar said the partnership has gone <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/china-goes-global-as-geely-chery-and-byd-plant-roots-in-malaysia" target="_blank">beyond investment, opening doors for technology transfer</a> and training local engineers to master future automotive technologies.“I want to thank the government of China because in several of my meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, their willingness to cooperate has been clear. This includes technology transfer and providing opportunities for locals to be part of the industry,” he said, as reported by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bernama.com/en/news.php?id=2463892" target="_blank">Bernama</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19309/15985769/conversions/PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(5)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15985769" alt="PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(5).jpg"> The Prime Minister also called on Proton Holdings Bhd to expand its global presence, highlighting the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2021/06/wow-proton-hits-best-export-sales-month-since-march-2013" target="_blank">brand’s strong foothold in Egypt</a>, where it has become one of the most popular and affordable cars.&nbsp;He recalled how Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly personally praised Proton’s success during a recent meeting in Beijing, describing its performance there as “very encouraging,” <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/09/04/protons-success-in-egypt-shows-global-potential-anwar-calls-for-expansion-into-more-markets/189964" target="_blank">Malay Mail</a> reported. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19309/15985770/conversions/PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985770" alt="PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(2).jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19309/15985771/conversions/PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985771" alt="PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(1).jpg"> “This shows that our strong relations with other countries are helping local industries <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/proton-establishes-new-subsidiary-to-spearhead-and-expand-overseas-exports" target="_blank">break barriers and compete abroad</a>,” Anwar said.Anwar added that Proton’s international momentum will gain further visibility during the upcoming <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/malaysias-ev-future-hinges-on-cross-sector-and-regional-collaboration" target="_blank">Asean Summit</a> in Kuala Lumpur this October, where leaders from across Asia, Australia, New Zealand, India, Latin America, South Africa and Italy are expected. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19309/15985772/conversions/PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(6)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15985772" alt="PMX-Proton-International-China-Caricarz-(6).jpg"> “I’ve asked Proton to be given space to showcase our EVs during the summit so leaders can see first-hand Proton’s technology and capabilities. We’re looking at new markets including <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/09/proton-re-enters-south-africa-with-x50-and-x70-crossover-suvs" target="_blank">South Africa</a> and Brazil,” he said.Proton’s first EV, the e.MAS 7, was the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/proton-emas-7-leads-asean-meeting-luxury-evs-for-officials" target="_blank">official vehicle of the Asean Summit</a> in May, while its second model, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-emas-5-six-things-we-learnt-about-p1s-small-ev-hatch" target="_blank">e.MAS 5</a>, is set for an official launch in Q4 this year.

PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Proton’s success abroad in Egypt proves the brand is ready to expand into more markets.

PMX: Proton’s International Success a Model for Malaysia

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985702/conversions/Proton-Saga-MC3-Render-Theottle-1-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985702" alt="Proton-Saga-MC3-Render-Theottle-1.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Render of the upcoming new Proton Saga by @theottle. Earlier today, Proton's latest teaser for which officially confirmed several key bits.</div></h6> At the launch of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/proton-launches-new-ev-plant-in-tanjung-malim-emas-7-ckd-begins" target="_blank">new Proton Electric Vehicle (EV) Production Factory</a> held earlier today at <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/05/has-proton-improved-on-product-quality-heres-proof-of-which" target="_blank">the automaker’s main Tanjung Malim production hub</a> in Perak, a brand new ’teaser’ of the upcoming <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/2025-proton-saga-details-leaked-new-15-4-cyl-engine-no-mt-dual-screens" target="_blank">new generation Proton Saga</a> was also released.More precisely, said <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/2025-proton-saga-details-leaked-new-15-4-cyl-engine-no-mt-dual-screens" target="_blank">next-gen Saga model</a> was ‘teased’ through a special video presentation played by the automaker. Amongst the audience witnessing this today was Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Geely Group founding Chairman Li Shufu.This was perhaps a ‘bonus’ of today’s launch event, which sees <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/report-proton-perodua-leads-new-car-sales-for-2025" target="_blank">Proton</a> officially establishing the country’s first dedicated EV production line of its kind. Both the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-emas-7-leads-july-2025-ev-sales-686-units-delivered" target="_blank">e.MAS 7</a> EV crossover and upcoming <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/camouflaged-proton-emas-5-enters-merdeka-day-parade" target="_blank">e.MAS 5</a> EV hatch are set to roll of this new line very soon. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985704/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.54-(2)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985704" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.54-(2).jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985706/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.54-(1)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985706" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.54-(1).jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985707/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.55-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985707" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.55.jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985729/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.56-(1)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985729" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.07.56-(1).jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Screenshots of the special video presentation detailing the new Saga development shown by Proton today. Not the fact the the Saga has undergone winter tests in China (top, left) too.</div></h6> Back to the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/proton-saga-mc3-rendered-by-theottle-yay-or-nay" target="_blank">new Saga</a> teaser and, finally, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-banks-on-youth-through-proton-young-talent-programme" target="_blank">Proton</a> confirmed several key bits whilst also giving out snippets of the compact sedan’s striking new design. With the latter, from the glimpse provided, P1's new compact sedan promises a sharper and more ‘upmarket’ look indeed.We’ll reserve judgement on design once we get a full view of the final car, but ahead of which, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-banks-on-youth-through-proton-young-talent-programme" target="_blank">Proton</a> has confirmed several things we’ve long speculated. Firstly, the new Saga will still underpin the automaker’s AMA platform, albeit heavily revised.Secondly, the heavy revisions mentioned likely resulted in a whole new electrical and electronics (E&amp;E) package, which in turn enables the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/proton-saga-mc3-rendered-by-theottle-yay-or-nay" target="_blank">new Saga</a> to pack advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features – or at least the basics of which. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985731/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.08.00-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985731" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.08.00.jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985732/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.08.01-full.jpg" data-media-id="15985732" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.08.01.jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">A Proton spokesperson confirming the presence of both Autonmous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Blind Spot Detection (BSD) in the special video noted.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985753/conversions/Proton-Saga-MC3-Spyshot-JohnnyTanFB-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15985753" alt="Proton-Saga-MC3-Spyshot-JohnnyTanFB.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Spyshot of the new-gen Saga prototype form earlier this year. The sight of what appears to be an optical sensor in the top-centre of the front windscreen already hinted that the new Saga will get basic ADAS functions.</div></h6> This was confirmed in an interview segment of the special video presentation mentioned. Through which, a spokesperson specifically highlighted both Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Blind Spot Detection (BSD). With the former, we can also perhaps expect Forward Collision Warning (FCW) included too.In other words, the&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/proton-saga-mc3-rendered-by-theottle-yay-or-nay" target="_blank">new Saga</a>&nbsp;isn’t just promising good looks, it also promising seriously enhanced safety, especially over its outgoing predecessor. Moreover, there’s also the promise of enhanced performance to match too. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19308/15985754/conversions/WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.08.01-(1)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15985754" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-09-04-at-14.08.01-(1).jpeg"></div></h6><h6 style="text-align: center;">Also confirmed is an equally 'brand new 1.5-litre powertrain'. Speculation is rife that this is a watered-down derivative of the new 4-cyl turbo petrol mill from the X50 facelift.</h6> In the same video presentation, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/proton-launches-new-ev-plant-in-tanjung-malim-emas-7-ckd-begins" target="_blank">Proton</a> confirmed the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/2025-proton-saga-details-leaked-new-15-4-cyl-engine-no-mt-dual-screens" target="_blank">new Saga</a> will feature an equally ‘new 1.5-lite powertrain’. Further details weren’t divulged, but this is speculated to be a new 4-cyl&nbsp; naturally aspirated mill, likely a derivative of the new 1.5-litre turbo 4-cyl&nbsp; petrol mill&nbsp;from the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/launched-2025-proton-x50-facelift-3-variants-from-rm85800" target="_blank">X50 facelift.&nbsp;</a>That’s as far as we can pick out from the special video presentation noted Proton showed during its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/proton-launches-new-ev-plant-in-tanjung-malim-emas-7-ckd-begins" target="_blank">new EV production factory</a> launch. Naturally, details regarding variants range, launch date or even tentative prices were revealed.Nevertheless, from what we can assess, we may not have long to wait as the new-gen Proton Saga is expected to debut sometime in the final quarter (Q4) of this year.&nbsp;<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Upcoming next-gen Proton Saga ‘teased’ during new EV factory launch, basic ADAS confirmed, along with other bits.

New Proton Saga ‘Teased’ During EV Factory Launch – ADAS Confirmed

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985506/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-1-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985506" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-1.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985507/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-17-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985507" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-17.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Proton has launched its first EV plant in Tanjung Malim, with the local assembly of the e.MAS 7 EV already started.</h6>Less than a year since its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/proton-breaks-ground-for-new-ev-production-plant" target="_blank">groundbreaking ceremony</a>, national automaker <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/married-couple-wins-proton-emas-5-grand-prize" target="_blank">Proton</a> has finally launched its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-ev-plant-nears-completion-operation-starts-in-september-2025" target="_blank">first-ever EV production facility in Tanjung Malim</a>. The new EV plant launch was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with the local assembly (CKD) operation for the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/tested-proton-emas-7-premium-just-how-good-is-it" target="_blank">Proton e.MAS 7 EV</a> already underway at this facility.With its construction completed ahead of schedule, the new RM82 million facility will boast an initial annual production capacity of 20,000 units, which can be ramped up to 45,000 units annually, thanks to its scalable design and layout.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985509/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-9-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985509" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-9.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985508/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-5-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985508" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-5.jpg"> Compared to Proton’s ICE production facility, the new EV plant has dedicated areas for battery assembly, high-voltage safety, and electrical testing, with layouts designed specifically to accommodate the flat EV platform. The scalability and modularity of the whole facility also allow for a multi-model production in a single line, while its storage systems are already optimised to support both local and export markets, Proton says.Proton also says that scaling up works for this facility won’t require any significant redesign, as infrastructures like the utility system, material handling paths, and digital traceability tools like manufacturing execution system (MES) and warehouse management system (WMS) are all already in place.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985511/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-7-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985511" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-7.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985510/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-2-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985510" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-2.jpg"> For the EV production itself, parent company <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/sibling-rivalry-geely-ex5-takes-on-proton-emas-7-in-nepal" target="_blank">Geely</a> has stepped in by providing technical guidance on production systems, as well as helping with equipment selection and deploying experts to assist with installation and trial runs. The Chinese automaker also facilitated overseas training for Proton staff and ensured that the new EV plant is in line with Geely’s global manufacturing standards.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985551/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-19-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985551" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-19.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985512/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-11-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985512" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-11.jpg"> With the opening of this new EV plant, Proton is expected to generate up to 200 new jobs. More importantly, given that this facility will play an integral part in the whole Automotive High-Tech Valley (ATHV) initiative, more jobs are expected to be created in the future once the whole ecosystem is fully operational.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985515/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-4-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985515" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-4.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985538/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-21-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15985538" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-21.jpg"> Besides the e.MAS 7, this new EV plant will also be in charge of assembling the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-emas-5-six-things-we-learnt-about-p1s-small-ev-hatch" target="_blank">upcoming Proton e.MAS 5</a>, which is bound for debut anytime later this year. Beyond these two Proton EVs, there’s no news on whether this facility will also be in charge of assembling <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/new-geely-a7-em-i-phev-d-segment-saloon-revealed-future-proton-perdana" target="_blank">other Geely products</a> or <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/previewed-smart-5-ev-suv-3-variants-launching-in-oct-2025" target="_blank">models from other Geely-owned brands</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19307/15985568/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-3-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15985568" alt="Caricarz-TA-Proton-EVPlant-Launch-3.jpg">

Proton has launched its first EV plant in Tanjung Malim, with the local assembly of the e.MAS 7 EV already started.

Proton Launches New EV Plant in Tanjung Malim – e.MAS 7 CKD Begins

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19302/15983686/3093581.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15983686" alt="3093581.jpg"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">


The Penang government has doubled down on <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/mrt-corp-justifies-rm168b-penang-lrt-budget" target="_blank">its plan to push through major infrastructure projects</a>, saying they are the only realistic way to address the state’s worsening traffic congestion.<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Transport executive councillor Zairil Khir Johari said while some activists and transport consultants have called for cheaper options like more buses or dedicated lanes, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/mrt-corp-justifies-rm168b-penang-lrt-budget" target="_blank">the reality on the ground is far more complex.</a>


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19302/15983687/Penang-LRT-(1)-full-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15983687" alt="Penang-LRT-(1)-full-full_normal.jpg"> 

“It’s easy to say let’s just add buses, but unless these buses are flying, they’ll still end up stuck in the same traffic<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">“If we introduce bus lanes without proper planning, we risk making the congestion even worse," he told FMT.<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">According to him, the issue is not about the state pouring money into the wrong priorities, but rather years of underdeveloped infrastructure and limited land space.&nbsp;

"Flyovers and underpasses are still needed to properly spread out vehicle flow," he added.
<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Zairil also took aim at critics warning that the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/penang-lrt-stays-within-rm16-billion-budget-mrt-corp" target="_blank">light rail transit (LRT) project could turn into a “white elephant” if scaled down to fit tighter budgets.&nbsp;</a><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Former economist Lim Mah Hui had made the remark, saying it could end up as a costly system that fails to meet commuter needs.


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19302/15983688/download---2025-09-04T114312.151.jpeg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15983688" alt="download---2025-09-04T114312.151.jpeg"> 

But Zairil was dismissive.&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">“Lim also said the Spice Convention Centre would be a white elephant and that Penang didn’t need a big venue<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">"But demand was so strong that even larger centres were later built. I wouldn’t take those predictions too seriously,” he stressed.<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Concerns have also been raised about the state ignoring earlier transport studies, but Zairil pointed out that the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/gamuda-gets-nod-to-begin-work-on-penang-lrt" target="_blank">Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP) </a>is based on the Halcrow Plan of 2013, which he described as “high-level and conceptual”.&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The PTMP, he said, is a more detailed and actionable version that the state is now rolling out.


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19302/15983689/Load_test_Penang_bridge_photo_4.jpeg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15983689" alt="Load_test_Penang_bridge_photo_4.jpeg"> 

While transport consultant Wan Agyl Wan Hassan has argued that flyovers and underpasses merely shift congestion rather than solve it, Zairil countered that Penang’s approach is not one-dimensional.<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">“We are working on roads, public transport, and new systems like the LRT to move people in larger volumes,” he said, adding that solving congestion is the priority, and that’s why the state is investing so many resources into it.<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Source: FMT.

Penang’s transport councillor says flyovers, underpasses and the LRT are essential to ease congestion.

Penang Defends Mega Projects As Key To Tackling Traffic Woes

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19298/15982861/conversions/RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982861" alt="RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(4).jpg"> The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is preparing to tighten control over the sale of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/ron95-subsidy-details-coming-in-sept-govt-assures-90-will-remain-protected" target="_blank">subsidised RON95 petrol</a>.Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh said the ministry is developing a digital monitoring system to prevent leakages of subsidised goods such as cooking oil, sugar, and petrol, particularly when <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/ron95-at-rm199-for-malaysians-rm250-for-foreigners-including-sporeans" target="_blank">foreign nationals attempt to buy them</a>. The system is still being tested before nationwide rollout. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19298/15982862/conversions/RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982862" alt="RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(2).png"> She explained that while each controlled item faces different challenges, real-world implementation with subsidised cooking oil packets has highlighted the problem, with locals often finding it difficult to buy them due to foreign purchases.To resolve this, KPDN has introduced the Cooking Oil Price Stabilization Scheme System (eCOSS). Under eCOSS, the entire supply chain is tracked, from wholesalers and retailers to end consumers.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19298/15982863/conversions/RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15982863" alt="RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(2).jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19298/15982864/conversions/RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15982864" alt="RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(1).jpg"> At retail outlets, customers buying subsidised 1kg packets of cooking oil must scan a QR code displayed in the store using their <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/ron95-subsidy-details-coming-in-sept-govt-assures-90-will-remain-protected" target="_blank">MyKad-linked account</a>. This step records the transaction in the system, confirming citizenship eligibility before the purchase is completed. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19298/15982865/conversions/RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(6)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982865" alt="RON95-eCOSS-KPDN-Caricarz-(6).jpg"> Dr Fuziah said this same mechanism will soon be applied to the purchase of RON95 petrol. At fuel stations, Malaysians will need to verify their MyKad before being allowed to buy subsidised fuel.She stressed that the overall aim is to ensure subsidies are <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/ron95-at-rm199-for-malaysians-rm250-for-foreigners-including-sporeans" target="_blank">reserved for citizens and not diverted to foreigners</a>, with tailored strategies in place for each controlled item. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.hmetro.com.my/mutakhir/2025/09/1259881/perlu-imbas-kod-qr-untuk-beli-minyak-masak-paket" target="_blank">Harian Metro</a>

Malaysians will soon need to verify their MyKad through the eCOSS system to purchase subsidised RON95 petrol.

KPDN Tightens RON95 Subsidy Control with MyKad Verification via eCOSS

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19299/15982866/d5e1f1e0-392c-469a-a801-cef30647aad0.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982866" alt="d5e1f1e0-392c-469a-a801-cef30647aad0.jpg"> 

Selangor’s on-demand transit service (DRT) may be back on the road by the end of this year, as the state government finalises t<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/selangor-focuses-on-drt-services-after-smart-bus-success" target="_blank" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">he next phase of its Selangor Mobility initiative.</a><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">State investment, trade and mobility committee chairman Ng Sze Han said only a handful of companies responded to the request for proposals (RFP), as operators are required to secure permits from the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD).<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“Fewer than five companies responded during the RFP stage, and we are still evaluating them,” he told The Star.Ng said the slight delay also comes as <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/government-urged-to-address-rising-drt-fares-by-private-operators" target="_blank" style="">Rapid KL expands its own DRT network. </a>


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19299/15982867/Untitled-design---2025-09-04T095604.922.png" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982867" alt="Untitled-design---2025-09-04T095604.922.png"> 

“We are working closely with Rapid KL to avoid overlap in coverage and maximise resources,” he said, adding that the government is also deciding whether subsidies will continue under the new business model.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">He hopes the service will resume by year-end, but confirmed it will be included in Selangor’s 2026 state budget.The pilot phase, which ran from November 2023 to July 2024 across eight zones, drew strong responses in university areas but ended <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/08/300-new-drt-vans-will-operate-from-dec-till-june-2025" target="_blank" style="">after providers Mobi and Trek Rides ceased operations.</a><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Residents, meanwhile, are urging for its return. Mike Chong from Puchong said his daughter relied on DRT for her school commute. “It gave her independence, but when it stopped, I had to drive her daily. The current routes don’t even cover her school,” he said.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19299/15982868/Untitled-design---2025-09-04T095646.040.png" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982868" alt="Untitled-design---2025-09-04T095646.040.png"> 

Another resident, Wallace Lim, said many switched to e-hailing due to the lack of point-to-point service. <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“It’s about cost versus convenience. Some are willing to pay more if it means direct drop-offs.” <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Source: The Star.

State govt fine-tuning plans to relaunch Selangor Mobility’s on-demand transit service after pilot phase ended last year.

Selangor Eyes DRT Comeback By Year-End

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19291/15980412/conversions/KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(T)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15980412" alt="KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(T).jpg"> A power trip caused one of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/transport-ministry-pushes-mahb-to-keep-klia-aerotrain-glitch-free" target="_blank">aerotrains at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)</a> to halt temporarily, just hours after Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) had announced the service’s return to full round-the-clock operations.The incident occurred at 1.36PM yesterday as the train was approaching the satellite terminal. KLIA said in a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17CVXughff/" target="_blank">Facebook post</a> that “all passengers were safely exited via the central platform walkway according to our standard operating procedure.”&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19291/15980421/conversions/KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(3)-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15980421" alt="KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(3).jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19291/15980422/conversions/KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15980422" alt="KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(4).jpg"> The other aerotrain continued running as usual, with passenger transfers between the main and satellite terminals unaffected.<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/klia-apologises-after-aerotrain-breaks-down-again" target="_blank">KLIA apologised</a> to travellers inconvenienced by the disruption. Service was resumed at 4.24PM after contractor Alstom rectified the affected aerotrain.Earlier today, MAHB announced that the aerotrain had resumed 24-hour operations following <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/klia-aerotrain-to-undergo-overnight-works-starting-aug-18" target="_blank">scheduled maintenance works carried out from Aug 18–31</a>. The maintenance, conducted between midnight and 5am daily, was intended to fine-tune system responsiveness and reliability based on operational data since the aerotrain’s relaunch on July 1, 2025. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19291/15980442/conversions/KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15980442" alt="KLIA-Aerotrain-breakdown-Caricarz-(1).jpg"> Contractor Alstom had also tested updated signalling software during the maintenance window. MAHB managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani said the exercise reflected the group’s commitment to reliability and service excellence.The aerotrain, an iconic feature of KLIA since its 1998 opening, recently underwent a RM456 million overhaul under the airport operator’s RM742 million Regeneration Plan. The project involved replacing the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/expert-raises-red-flags-over-klia-aerotrain" target="_blank">ageing fleet and modernising related infrastructure</a>. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bernamabiz.com/news.php?id=2463428/" target="_blank">BernamaBiz</a>

Fresh off nearly two weeks of “fine-tuning” maintenance to boost reliability, KLIA’s aerotrain stalled at 1.36PM, service only resumed at 5.38PM.

KLIA Aerotrain Breaks Down Hours After Back-in-Schedule Announcement

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19297/15982717/conversions/PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982717" alt="PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-3.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Pos Malaysia has expanded its EV fleet by adding 136 new all-electric Maxus eDeliver 3 electric vans.</h6><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/10/pos-malaysia-rolls-out-143-e-vans-in-cooperation-with-yinson-greentech" target="_blank">Pos Malaysia</a> has expanded its all-electric delivery vehicle fleet by adding 136 new Maxus eDeliver 3 electric vans. These new EV vans were delivered in a special handover ceremony held in conjunction with the World EV Day by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/11/launched-maxus-mifa-9-ev-mpv-2-variants-up-to-435-km-range-from-rm269888" target="_blank">Weststar Maxus</a> along with its leasing partner, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/yinson-greentech-plus-ink-jv-for-integrated-ev-charging-hubs" target="_blank">Yinson GreenTech</a>.This EV fleet expansion is part of Pos Malaysia’s commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, while aligning itself with the nation’s low-carbon and energy-efficient ambition.Ultimately, this EV fleet expansion will play a key role in achieving the company’s commitment to reduce its carbon emissions and achieve a fully electric fleet by 2030.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19297/15982718/conversions/PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-5-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982718" alt="PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-5.jpg"> The new EVs will join the existing <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/11/pos-malaysia-adopts-1092-e-motorcycleswill-electrify-last-mile-fleet-by-2030" target="_blank">1,252 two-wheel</a> and 264 four-wheel all-electric fleet, making it the largest electric vehicle fleet in the country’s logistics sector. With this newly-expanded EV fleet, Pos Malaysia will also be deploying some of these EVs to its operations in the East Malaysia region for the first time.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19297/15982720/conversions/PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982720" alt="PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Pos Malaysia Berhad CEO Charles Brewer</h6>Commenting on this EV fleet expansion, Pos Malaysia Berhad CEO Charles Brewer said, “We are not just delivering mail and parcels, we are delivering a better tomorrow. The addition of 136 electric vans to our existing fleet marks a significant milestone in Pos Malaysia’s journey toward a sustainable future.”“This exciting partnership with Maxus and Yinson GreenTech plugs us directly into the future of logistics. It’s a win for our customers, a win for employees, and a huge win for our planet,” the CEO added.Meanwhile, Group Managing Director of Weststar Maxus, Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman Syed Ibrahim, said, “The introduction of the Maxus eDeliver 3 into Pos Malaysia’s fleet is a proud moment for Weststar Maxus. It embodies our commitment to driving sustainable mobility solutions for the nation.”<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19297/15982721/conversions/PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-4-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982721" alt="PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-4.jpg"> Back to the electric van itself, the new Maxus eDeliver 3 EVs are leased to Pos Malaysia through Yinson GreenTech, who will also be providing comprehensive after‑sales support and hassle‑free maintenance for the entire fleet.Additionally, Yinson GreenTech will also integrate its digital smart technology services, such as telematics intelligence, route optimisation and a fleet utilisation dashboard to optimise fleet management, safety, and energy efficiency across Pos Malaysia’s operations.“Yinson GreenTech is proud to once again collaborate with Pos Malaysia on their electrification journey as they advance their ESG goals. It is both a privilege and a responsibility to be entrusted by Pos Malaysia for this important phase in their sustainable transformation,” said Kelvin Soon, managing director of drivEV. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19297/15982722/conversions/PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-6-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15982722" alt="PosMalaysia-ElectricVan-Handover-6.jpg">

Pos Malaysia has expanded its EV fleet by adding 136 new all-electric Maxus eDeliver 3 electric vans.

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