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<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1781/3490368/menora-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="619px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div>Aliran trafik di beberapa lebuh raya utama malam ini dilaporkan bergerak perlahan berikutan orang ramai mula pulang ke kampung halaman untuk menyambut Ramadan bersama ahli keluarga pada Ahad ini.Tinjauan Caricarz di laman rasmi Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia menunjukkan terdapat pertambahan bilangan kenderaan dari Plaza Tol Jelapang, Perak sehingga ke Terowong Menora, Perak.<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1781/3490369/Screenshot_2-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="572px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> Keadaan aliran dari Ipoh (Utara) ke Sungai Perak dikatakan agak teruk gara-gara satu kemalangan berlaku di Jelapang.Sementara itu, aliran&nbsp; trafik Tol Gombak menuju ke Pantai Timur juga dilaporkan bergerak perlahan.Bagi yang memandu kenderaan, berhati-hatilah di jalan raya. Pandu cermat, jiwa selamat! <amp-facebook
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<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599256/conversions/CHERY-iCAUR-V23-Wallpaper-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599256" alt="CHERY-iCAUR-V23-Wallpaper.jpg"> The all-new <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/upcoming-icaur-v23-iwd-ev-suv-aces-through-off-road-challenge" target="_blank">iCaur V23 has earned a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating</a>, marking a strong safety debut for <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/launched-icaur-03-2-variants-up-to-426-km-range-from-rm119800" target="_blank">iCaur’s second model introduced</a> to the Malaysian market.Assessed under the ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 protocol, the electric SUV achieved an overall score of 91.02 points, underlining a well-rounded safety performance across occupant protection, active safety and motorcyclist protection categories. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599257/conversions/image---2025-12-24T182654.865-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599257" alt="image---2025-12-24T182654.865.jpg"> The result comes shortly after the model’s local <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/launched-icaur-v23-2-variants-up-to-430-km-range-from-rm119800" target="_blank">launch in November 2025, when iCaur Malaysia officially introduced the V23 in two variants</a>. The range opens with the 2WD variant priced at RM119,800, while the range-topping iWD version is offered at RM132,800. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599269/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-181729-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599269" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-181729.jpg"> In the Adult Occupant Protection evaluation, the iCaur V23 recorded 31.77 points out of a possible 32.00. ASEAN NCAP reported that the SUV’s frontal occupant compartment remained stable during the frontal offset impact test, with dummy data indicating adequate chest protection for the front passenger.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599258/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165447-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599258" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165447.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599259/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165236-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599259" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165236.jpg"> The vehicle scored 15.77 points in the frontal impact test, alongside a full 8.00 points for side impact protection and 8.00 points for head protection technology, the latter confirmed through additional deployment tests and assessed using the Fitment Rating System.Child Occupant Protection contributed 42.50 points to the overall score. Dynamic testing accounted for 24.00 points, while 9.50 points were awarded for child restraint system installation assessments. Vehicle-based safety provisions added a further 9.00 points.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599260/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165833-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16599260" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165833.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599261/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165539-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599261" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165539.jpg"> ISOFIX anchorages are fitted as standard, and ASEAN NCAP verified compatibility with a variety of child seats from brands such as Peg-Perego, Joie, Maxi-Cosi and Britax during the assessment. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599264/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165727-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599264" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165727.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599265/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165801-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599265" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165801.jpg"> In the Safety Assist category, the iCaur V23 accumulated 18.00 points. ASEAN NCAP confirmed the functionality of both Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) City and AEB Inter-Urban, which are standard across all variants.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599262/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165622-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599262" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165622.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599263/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165656-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599263" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165656.jpg"> Effective Braking and Avoidance contributed 6.00 points, while seatbelt reminder systems added 3.00 points, with advanced safety assist technologies accounting for the remaining 3.00 points. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599266/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-170110-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599266" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-170110.jpg"> The model also performed strongly in the Motorcyclist Safety domain, securing 14.00 points. This score was driven by the effective operation of the Blind Spot Detection system on both sides of the vehicle, supported by rear visualisation and pedestrian protection assessments.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599267/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165950-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599267" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165950.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20967/16599268/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-170024-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599268" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-170024.jpg"> A bonus point was awarded for the inclusion of AEB for Motorcycle.With its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.aseancap.org/result/12781" target="_blank">five-star ASEAN NCAP rating</a>, comprehensive standard safety equipment and competitive pricing, the iCaur V23 establishes a strong safety-led proposition in the electric SUV space, while reinforcing iCaur’s ambitions as it expands its presence in the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/chery-invests-rm22-billion-into-smart-auto-industrial-park-at-beringin-hta-valley" target="_blank">Malaysian and wider Southeast Asian markets</a>. <iframe frameborder="0" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/2VYu1F8nf1k" width="640" height="360" class="note-video-clip"></iframe>

Newly launched iCaur V23 EV SUV posts strong 91.02-point score in ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 protocol crash-tests.

iCaur V23 Earns 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599064/conversions/CHERY-TIGGO-7-PHEV-Wallpaper-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599064" alt="CHERY-TIGGO-7-PHEV-Wallpaper.jpg"> The <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/chery-tiggo-7-phev-csh-aced-battery-scrape-test-in-mexico" target="_blank">Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV</a> has achieved a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.aseancap.org/result/12789" target="_blank">five-star rating in its latest ASEAN NCAP assessment</a>, underscoring the strong safety credentials of Chery’s electrified C-segment SUV for the regional market.Conducted under the ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 protocol, the Tiggo 7 PHEV recorded an overall score of 94.68 points, placing it among the highest-performing models evaluated under the current assessment framework. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599067/conversions/TIGGO-7-PHEV-ANCAP-Photo-2--full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599067" alt="TIGGO-7-PHEV-ANCAP-Photo-2-.jpg"> In Malaysia, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/launched-chery-tiggo-7-phev-csh-chery-tiggo-8-phev-csh-rm129800-and-rm159800" target="_blank">Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV CSH is priced at RM129,800</a>, positioning the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/chery-malaysia-debuts-csh-tech-tiggo-7-phev-tiggo-8-phev-teased-again" target="_blank">plug-in hybrid SUV</a> competitively within the C-SUV segment while offering a comprehensive suite of safety technologies as standard. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599208/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-181830-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599208" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-181830.jpg"> In the Adult Occupant Protection assessment, the Tiggo 7 PHEV achieved a full 32.00 points. ASEAN NCAP reported that the vehicle’s occupant compartment remained stable during the frontal offset crash test, with test data confirming good protection for both the driver and front passenger. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599209/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164457-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599209" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164457.jpg"> The SUV scored the maximum 16.00 points in the frontal impact evaluation, alongside 8.00 points each for side impact protection and head protection technology, the latter verified through additional deployment testing and the Fitment Rating System.Child Occupant Protection contributed 43.81 points to the overall score, supported by strong dynamic test performance at 23.85 points, 9.96 points from child restraint system installation checks and a further 9.00 points from vehicle-based assessments. ISOFIX anchorages are fitted as standard. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599113/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164359-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599113" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164359.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599210/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164532-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599210" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164532.jpg"> The Tiggo 7 PHEV also delivered a strong showing in the Safety Assist category, collecting the maximum 21.00 points. ASEAN NCAP verified the functionality and effectiveness of Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) City and AEB Inter-Urban, both of which are standard across all variants.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599116/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164609-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599116" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164609.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599207/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164812-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599207" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164812.jpg"> Effective Braking and Avoidance contributed 6.00 points, while seatbelt reminders for both front and rear occupants added another 6.00 points, with advanced safety assist technologies accounting for the remaining 3.00 points. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599186/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164638-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599186" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164638.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599185/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164741-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599185" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164741.jpg"> In the Motorcyclist Safety domain, the Tiggo 7 PHEV recorded 14.00 points, driven by the effective performance of its Blind Spot Detection system on both sides of the vehicle, as well as rear visualisation and pedestrian protection assessments.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599161/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165006-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16599161" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165006.jpg"> A bonus point was also awarded for the inclusion of AEB for Motorcycle, a feature that remains relatively rare in the C-SUV segment.According to the ASEAN NCAP report, Tiggo 7 PHEV models supplied to Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam are produced in both China and Malaysia reflecting <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/chery-invests-rm22-billion-into-smart-auto-industrial-park-at-beringin-hta-valley" target="_blank">Chery’s growing localisation footprint in ASEAN</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599163/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-165102-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599163" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-165102.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20966/16599168/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-164931-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16599168" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-164931.jpg"> The strong ASEAN NCAP result builds on the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/chery-tiggo-7-tiggo-8-phev-earn-5-star-rating-from-euro-ncap" target="_blank">Tiggo 7 PHEV’s earlier success in Euro NCAP</a>, where it also secured a five-star rating in Oct, highlighting consistent safety performance across global assessment programmes. <iframe frameborder="0" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/6pKLSYBjAZ4" width="640" height="360" class="note-video-clip"></iframe> <div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV C-SUV earns 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, posting an impressive 94.68-point score.

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Earns 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Score

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20964/16598265/F1.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16598265" alt="F1.jpg"> The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the retail prices of all fuels in Malaysia, for the coming week of 25 to 31 December, 2025, the rates are as such.Subsidised regular RON95 (Malaysian) is fixed at&nbsp;RM1.99 per litre. This is in accordance with the&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/pmx-rm199-ron95-from-30-sept-mykad-based-access-non-citizens-rm260" target="_blank">BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95)</a>&nbsp;subsidy programme.For the unsubsidised RON95 (Non-Malaysian), it sees a 6 cent decrease. The price is now&nbsp;RM2.56 per litre, following the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) formula. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20864/16553071/Budi95-RON95-Tested-Caricarz-(14).jpg" data-media-id="16553071" alt="Budi95-RON95-Tested-Caricarz-(14).jpg" style="width: 1208.9px;"> Premium RON97 also sees a downward trend of 8 cents. The price is now set at&nbsp;RM3.16 per litre.Diesel cuts down by 8 cents, setting its retail prices in Peninsular Malaysia at&nbsp;RM2.94 per litre&nbsp;(Euro 5 B10/B20).Rates for diesel in East Malaysia remains at&nbsp;RM2.15 per litre&nbsp;(Euro 5 B10/B20).That said, these prices take effect from midnight tonight, until the next price announcement from the Ministry next Wednesday, 31 December, 2025.

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the retail prices of all fuels in Malaysia, for the coming week of 25 to 31 December, 2025, the rates are as such.

Updated Fuel Prices From 25 To 31 December

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The <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/2026-ev-road-tax-rate-36-brands-85-models" target="_blank" style="">Malaysian automotive scene is heating up as EVs from Tesla, BYD, and Proton gain momentum.</a> Nov saw a jump in imported EVs as buyers rushed to grab cars before the tax exemption on fully imported EVs ended at year’s end.
Data from BIMB Research shows EV registrations hit 5,417 units in Nov, a 25% increase from Oct, with EVs now making up 4.7% of the market.<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/byd-lets-ev-owners-share-home-chargers-for-extra-cash" target="_blank"> The growth was powered largely by deliveries from Tesla, BYD, and Proton.</a>

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20959/16596927/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-12-full.jpg" data-media-id="16596927" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-12-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20959/16596928/Caricarz-AS-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Rolling-8-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16596928" alt="Caricarz-AS-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Rolling-8-full.jpg"> 

Even with the surge, analysts are keeping a cautious eye. BIMB notes that subsidy changes, tighter household budgets, and tough competition could slow things down.&nbsp;"But new EV launches by local automakers should help keep steady demand," it said.&nbsp;

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The situation is a bit like 2015, when a tax incentive sent car sales soaring before dropping the next year. This year, EVs are already over 40,000 units sold, nearly double last year’s 22,000, thanks to the fully imported tax break.Looking ahead, excise duty hikes next year could push prices of locally assembled vehicles up 10% to 30%, while tax exemptions for local EVs remain until 2027.&nbsp;

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20959/16596930/Pavilion-Supercharger-(5)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16596930" alt="Pavilion-Supercharger-(5)-full_normal.jpg"> 

"However, charging infrastructure issues and the new RON95 petrol subsidy may slow the shift to EVs for mid-and lower-income buyers," The research house added.

EV registrations jump as buyers rush to beat the fully imported tax exemption, with Tesla, BYD, and Proton leading the charge.

Malaysian EV Market Buzzing Ahead Of Year-End Tax Changes

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20956/16595683/conversions/THUMB-CariCarz-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16595683" alt="THUMB-CariCarz-(1).jpg"> ITMAX System Bhd has secured a RM42 million contract from Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to provide operations and maintenance services for a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/08/johor-state-govt-set-to-install-ai-powered-cctvs-smart-traffic-lights" target="_blank">smart traffic light system</a> in the capital, according to a filing with Bursa Malaysia.<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bernamabiz.com/news.php?id=2505647" target="_blank">Bernama</a> reported that the three-year contract will commence upon the issuance of a work order by DBKL, with the site possession date and completion timeline to be communicated at a later stage. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20956/16595684/conversions/Networked-Traffic-System-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16595684" alt="Networked-Traffic-System.png"> The artificial intelligence-powered digital infrastructure solutions provider said no work may begin until all conditions precedent under the letter of acceptance are met, including the provision of a RM700,000 performance bond as well as the submission of relevant insurance cover notes and payment receipts.In a separate statement, MD and CEO William Tan Wei Lun said the award reflects DBKL’s confidence in ITMAX’s proprietary smart traffic controller system, which was developed by its in-house research and development team. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20956/16595688/conversions/Screenshot-2025-12-24-080331-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16595688" alt="Screenshot-2025-12-24-080331.jpg"> He said the system integrates <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/07/zahid-20000-cctvs-needed-in-kl-to-monitor-crime-traffic" target="_blank">closed-circuit television infrastructure with AI-driven analytics</a> to enable real-time traffic monitoring, adaptive signal control and data-driven decision-making, resulting in improved traffic flow and road safety.ITMAX’s latest win adds to a growing order book. Earlier this month, the group secured a RM36 million contract from the Ministry of Home Affairs to deploy an AI-powered CCTV system at national cross-border entry and exit points across Peninsular Malaysia.Separately, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/787007" target="_blank">The Edge</a> reported that ITMAX is acquiring a 70% equity stake in AI technology company Tapway Sdn Bhd for RM5.6 million, as part of its strategy to expand beyond government-led projects into commercial and private-sector applications.

DBKL deploys and maintains new ITMAX adaptive, data-driven smart traffic light systems across Kuala Lumpur.

DBKL Deploys Smart Traffic Light System Worth RM42 Million

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Penang is gearing up for a very busy holiday period, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/christmas-traffic-advisory-issued-for-kl-karak-lpt1" target="_blank" style="">with traffic expected to surge as school holidays and Christmas celebrations begin. </a>
Authorities estimate that more than 2.2 million vehicles will be entering the state over the coming weeks, making it one of the busiest festive stretches of the year.According to Penang Police Chief Datuk Azizee Ismail, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/penang-traffic-woes-persist-despite-ptmp-penang-gerakan" target="_blank">the projection is based on traffic trends seen during past major festive seasons,</a> alongside the ongoing Penang Festival, which runs from Dec 6 until Jan 10, 2026 and continues to draw visitors from across the country.

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Nationwide, traffic volumes are also expected to climb sharply. Police anticipate around two million vehicles per week using major highways during peak holiday travel, with routes leading to Penang among the most heavily used. "Traditionally, festive seasons see about 2.2 million vehicles entering or passing through Penang via the first and second Penang bridges, and this year is expected to follow a similar pattern," he told Bernama.Motorists should be prepared for serious congestion, especially at the main entrance of the Penang Bridge. Traffic is expected to be particularly heavy today and tomorrow, boosted by the government’s 50% toll discount, which tends to encourage more people to travel at the same time.

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To manage the surge, police are deploying additional officers at known congestion hotspots and accident-prone areas. Drivers heading to Penang are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and remain patient as authorities work to keep traffic flowing during the festive rush.

More than 2.2 million vehicles are expected to enter Penang during the Christmas season and school holidays.

Penang Expects 2.2M Vehicles This Christmas, School Holidays

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594010/conversions/smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16594010" alt="smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-3.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">smart Malaysia celebrates its second anniversary together with smart Owners Club Malaysia.</h6><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/pro-net-enhances-ev-experience-through-alibaba-cloud" target="_blank">Proton New Energy Technology (PRO-NET)</a>, the official distributor of smart vehicles in Malaysia, celebrated the second anniversary of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/smart-2-ev-begins-testing-ahead-of-2026-debut" target="_blank">smart brand</a> here in Malaysia together with the smart Owners Club Malaysia. This celebration gathered over 38 smart owners for a special anniversary outing, featuring 19 smart #1, 14 smart #3, and five smart #5 EVs.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594011/conversions/smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-6-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16594011" alt="smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-6.jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594012/conversions/smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-5-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16594012" alt="smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-5.jpg"> The event kicked off from the smart Glenmarie dealership in Shah Alam to the Beacon Resort in Kerling, Selangor, where smart owners were treated with a slew of lifestyle activities that go beyond driving. More importantly, this gathering also offered a chance for them to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their passion for smart EVs.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594014/conversions/smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16594014" alt="smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-1.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594015/conversions/web_TA_CariCarz_Review_smart--3-Brabus_-7-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16594015" alt="web_TA_CariCarz_Review_smart--3-Brabus_-7.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594016/conversions/smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16594016" alt="smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-2.jpg"> Since launching in Malaysia back in 2023, smart Malaysia has grown beyond just a car brand, becoming a community for like-minded EV enthusiasts who value sustainability, style, and innovation. Today, smart Malaysia features a diverse range of EVs, starting with the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/04/review-smart-1-premium-a-brilliant-sino-german-ev" target="_blank">#1</a> compact crossover, followed by the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/08/driven-smart-3-brabus-sportier-sleeker-and-better" target="_blank">#3</a> sporty coupe crossover and the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/11/launched-smart-5-ev-suv-2-variants-from-rm199800" target="_blank">#5</a> SUV.Commenting on this momentous anniversary celebration, smart Malaysia (PRO-NET) chief information officer Sua Chek Hoong said, “The past two years have been an exciting journey for smart in Malaysia. This drive is a celebration of our owners, their enthusiasm, and the camaraderie we’ve built together, proving that smart is just more than a car.”<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20947/16594017/conversions/smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-4-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16594017" alt="smart-Malaysia-2ndAnniversary-Gathering-4.jpg"> On a broader scale, the 2nd anniversary for the smart brand in Malaysia is a testament to the brand’s commitment to nurturing and engaging a smart-minded community, continuing a relationship that started the moment customers walked into the showroom for the first time. Looking forward, the automaker aims to continue expanding its EV lineup while at the same time further strengthening its owner network and providing a compact, stylish, and enjoyable electric mobility experience.

smart Malaysia celebrates its second anniversary together with smart Owners Club Malaysia.

smart Malaysia Celebrates 2nd Anniversary with smart Owners Club Malaysia

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20941/16591898/conversions/MBI-OFFICIAL-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16591898" alt="MBI-OFFICIAL.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Ipoh City Council (MBI) just secured a sizeable RM20 million budget allocation from the federal govt for road resurfacing works.</div></h6> Good news for residents and motorists in Perak state capital of Ipoh. According to a recent report by local daily <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/12/23/ipoh-city-council-receives-rm20mil-for-road-resurfacing" target="_blank">The Star,</a> the federal government has approved a budget allocation amounting to RM20 million to the Ipoh City Council (MBI) for road resurfacing.This is the highest road resurfacing budget allocation to a local authority in the country, touts Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. With said funding, MBI is set to resurface up to 400 roads including stretches spanning across residential areas.Key areas in Ipoh set to see its roads resurfaced thanks to this RM20 million funding even include five parliamentary constituencies – Tambun, Gopeng, Ipoh Barat, Ipoh Timur and Batu Gajah. All five areas are under the maintenance jurisdiction of MBI. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/20941/16591993/conversions/ipoh_nomadicnotes_2-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16591993" alt="ipoh_nomadicnotes_2.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">With the budget mentioned, MBI is set to resurface up to 400 roads including stretches in residential areas. Also covered in this effort are five key parliamentary constituencies under MBI's jurisdiction. (Image: NomadicNotes.com)</div></h6> “This initiative is part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and enhance the living environment for residents,” adds Nga. He further clarified that these resurfacing works will be led by Ipoh City Mayor and MBI.The latter is tasked with ensuring that contractors are appointed based on competitive cost-benefit analyses, as well as prioritizing quality work.Besides funding, the road resurfacing works MBI are set to undertake are expected to commence soon and be completed by the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitril holidays – circa late March 2026.At national scale, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/rm4b-needed-critical-road-repairs-come-first" target="_blank">it costs the govt some RM4 billion to repair all damaged roads in the country.</a> In lieu of which, the govt has said it will prioritise repairs of critically damaged roads, said Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi earlier this year.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Ipoh City Council (MBI) granted with RM20 million funding from federal government for road resurfacing.

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