<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;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;">Pusat 3S baharu kini telah dibuka untuk pelanggan Hyundai yang tinggal di negeri Melaka. Pusat ini diuruskan oleh pengedar automotif, Sing Kwung Premium Sdn Bhd, yang telah memiliki pengalaman selama 25 tahun dalam industri automotif.&nbsp; <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3318998/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="770px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pusat 3S Hyundai ini dilengkapi bilik pameran, pusat servis dengan lima petak penyelenggaraan kereta, serta ruang penyelenggaraan pantas. Secara keseluruhannya, ia mampu mengendalikan sehingga 50 buah kereta dalam masa sehari. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3318999/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bukan itu sahaja, pusat 3S ini turut dilengkapkan dengan pelbagai jenis kemudahan untuk keselesaan pelanggan sewaktu menunggu seperti sambungan wifi, ruang santai pelanggan dan taman permainan kanak-kanak. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319000/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;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;">Selain untuk tujuan penyelenggaraan, pelanggan yang menggunakan kereta elektrik juga boleh mendapatkan kemudahan pengecasan di stesen pengecasan pantas EV.&nbsp; <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319003/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="825px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">“Kami gembira dengan penglibatan Sing Kwung dalam keluarga Hyundai. Pengalaman yang luas dalam jualan dan penjagaan automotif semestinya dapat membantu meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan Hyundai dan menambahkan lagi nilai dalam rangkaian jualan dan servis yang sudah sedia ada,” ujar Pengarah Pengurusan Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors, Encik Low Yuang Lung. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319004/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;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;">Bilik pameran Sing Kwung Premium di mana pusat 3S ini beroperasi, dibuka daripada jam 9 pagi hingga 6 petang setiap hari kecuali cuti umum dan Ahad yang hanya dibuka pada jam 10 pagi hingga 5 petang.&nbsp;<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;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;"> Sementara itu, perkhidmatan servis pula dibuka daripada hari Isnin hingga Jumaat pada jam 8.30 pagi hingga 5.30 petang, ditutup pada cuti umum dan hari Ahad.&nbsp; Untuk membuat janji temu penyelenggaraan, boleh hubungi 06-3322313 dan bagi melawat bilik pameran pula di nombor 06-3322434.<div> </div>

<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3318998/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="770px" layout="responsive" style=""></amp-img></div> Hyundai汽车经销商Sing Kwung Premium私人有限公司在业内经营了25年之后，近日在马六甲开设了一所新的Hyundai 3S服务中心。这个全新的3S服务中心，其设施包含一个陈列室、一个备件部门以及一个汽车服务中心，而汽车服务中心内拥有五个设备齐全的维修站，每天可处理预计多达50辆的汽车。<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3318999/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style=""></amp-img></div><div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319000/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style=""></amp-img></div>客户在等待汽车进行维护时，该3S中心设有WiFi、客户休息室和儿童游乐场，而且还提供电动汽车的充电设施。想要试驾Kona Electric的客户，也可以在这个全新的服务中心向销售顾问进行预约。 <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319003/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="825px" layout="responsive" style=""></amp-img></div><div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319004/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style=""></amp-img></div> Hyundai Sing Kwung Premium 陈列室周一至周五的开放时间为9 am至6 pm，星期日和公共假期的开放时间为10 am至5 pm。而汽车服务中心的营业时间，则是周一至周五的8.30 am至5.30 pm，星期日和公共假期则休息。欲知更多详情，可致电06-3322434了解更多信息，若要预订时间进行试驾可致电 06-3322313进行预约。 <div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div>

Car dealer Sing Kwung Premium Sdn Bhd has been operating for 25 years in the industry has opened a new Hyundai 3S centre in Malacca. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3318998/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="770px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> The new facility includes a showroom, a spare parts department, and a service centre with five fully equipped repair bays that can handle up to 50 vehicles each day. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3318999/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> While customers wait for their cars to be repaired, the 3S centre has WiFi, a customer lounge, and a playground for children. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319000/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> A charging facility for electric vehicles is also available. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319003/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="825px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> Customers who wish to test drive the Kona Electric can also do so at this new centre with an appointment with a sales advisor.Sing Kwung Premium Hyundai showroom opens from 9 am to 6 pm on weekdays, while on public holidays and Sundays, it is open from 10 am to 5 pm. The operation hours for the Service Centre are from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm on weekdays, and it is closed on Sunday and during public holidays. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/1627/3319004/image-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="734px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> Customers can call 06-3322434 for more information or book a test drive, and 06-3322313 to book for service.<div> </div>

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17275/15165116/malaysia-2nd-highest-cars-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15165116" alt="malaysia-2nd-highest-cars.jpg"> <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;">
 <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;">In Malaysian society, owning a car is very common; many homes have two or even three cars, making it practically the norm. As a result, traffic congestion is still a major issue, particularly in cities like the Klang Valley. <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;"> <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;">
According to Seasia.co, Malaysia is the second-highest car-owning nation in Asia, with 535 cars per population, only surpassed by Japan.<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;"> <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;"> In fact, in the first two months of 2025 alone, data from data.gov.my revealed <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/maa-march-2025-tiv-up-13-but-ytd-sales-down-7" target="_blank" style="">a significant number of new private vehicle registrations, totaling 113,136 units.</a> Perodua and Proton, as popular local brands, held the top positions with 54,627 and 20,756 registrations, respectively. 
<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;"> <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;"> <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17275/15165117/SEAsia-pemilikan-kenderaan-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15165117" alt="SEAsia-pemilikan-kenderaan.jpg"> <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;">
 <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;">Following them were Toyota with 15,407 units and Honda with 10,866, highlighting the strong preference for personal vehicles in the country.<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;"> <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;"> <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;">Malaysians have way more cars than people in nearby countries. A big reason?<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;"> <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;"> <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;">According to Dr. Law Teik Hua from Universiti Putra Malaysia, it's because petrol is pretty cheap here, and we have a lot of affordable cars made locally, so owning a car is within reach for a lot of people.<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;"> <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;"> <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;">“People aren’t buying cars just because they want to. They’re buying them because they feel like they have to,” he told Harian Metro.

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<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17275/15165118/malaysia_traffic_highway_3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15165118" alt="malaysia_traffic_highway_3.jpg"><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;"> <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;">

For many, particularly in areas with inadequate public transportation, a personal vehicle is essential, not merely a luxury. <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;"> <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;"> <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;">Consequently, this led to greater traffic congestion, a significant issue in high-demand areas such as Klang Valley, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Melaka. <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;"> <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;"> <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;">Dr. Law pointed out that Malaysian roads often simultaneously serve motorcycles, lorries, and cars, a burden their original design was not intended to support.<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;"> <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;"> <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;">Infrastructure in these areas hasn’t expanded fast enough to keep up with the increasing number of vehicles. This leads to frequent bottlenecks, especially during peak hours,” he added.

<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;">
<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17275/15165119/Cars-MM-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15165119" alt="Cars-MM.jpg"> <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;"> <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;"> <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;">Despite the expansion of MRT and LRT lines, many areas still suffer from insufficient public transport options. Clearly, for residents of areas lacking proper facilities, public transport is often not a viable choice.<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;"> <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;"> <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;">Dr. Law proposes that enhancing public transportation is crucial to solving this issue, positioning it as a primary choice rather than a secondary option. His recommendations include extending bus, MRT, and LRT services to more areas, thereby offering greater accessibility and reducing dependence on personal vehicles. <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;">He further emphasized that we need better roads, fewer traffic jams, and more people sharing rides to cut down on traffic.

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<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17275/15165120/YM_20160630_19_lrt_light_rail_transit-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15165120" alt="YM_20160630_19_lrt_light_rail_transit.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;"> <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;">Instead of simply patching things up, he is advocating for a larger strategy: creating jobs and improving things outside of the city so that people don't concentrate in the same places.

Malaysia is the second-highest car-owning nation in Asia, with 535 cars per population, only surpassed by Japan.

Malaysia Has 2nd Highest Car Ownership Rate In Asia

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17271/15163266/Text---Fuel-Update---1---7-May-2025-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163266" alt="Text---Fuel-Update---1---7-May-2025.jpg"><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;"> <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;">The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the retail prices of all fuels in Malaysia, for the coming week of 01 to 07 May, 2025, the rates are as such.<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;">Regular RON95 maintains its ceiling price of MYR 2.05 per litre, which was set by the government in February 2021.<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;">Premium RON97 sees no changes. The price stays at MYR 3.18 per litre.<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;">Diesel also remains, setting its retail prices in Peninsular Malaysia at MYR 2.88 per litre (Euro 5 B10/B20) and MYR 3.08 per litre (Euro 5 B7).<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;">Rates for diesel in East Malaysia remains at MYR 2.15 per litre (Euro 5 B10/B20) and MYR 2.35 per litre (Euro 5 B7).<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;">That said, these prices take effect from midnight tonight, until the next price announcement from the Ministry next Wednesday, 07 May, 2025.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17271/15163267/Text-1---Fuel-Update---Petrol-Pump-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163267" alt="Text-1---Fuel-Update---Petrol-Pump.jpg">

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the retail prices of all fuels in Malaysia, for the coming week of 01 to 07 May, 2025, the rates are as such.

Unchanged Fuel Prices From 01 To 07 May

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163180/Web---1-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163180" alt="Web---1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Jazeman Jaafar (first from right) with Youth &amp; Sports Minister YB Hannah Yeoh (second from right) with MAM secretary Datuk Razlan Razali (first from left) and president Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir (second from left).</h6> Good news for local racing fans attending the upcoming <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/super-gt-malaysia-round-revs-up-with-rm80-early-bird-tickets-and-more" target="_blank">Super GT Malaysia 2025</a> race weekend. This week local racing ace <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/rwb-collective-officially-debuts-jazeman-jaafar-named-brand-ambassador" target="_blank">Jazeman Jaafar</a> confirmed his entry for the event, which takes place at the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/datin-anita-azrina-named-first-female-chairman-of-petronas-sic" target="_blank">Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC)</a> on June 27 and 28.During a small announcement ceremony held earlier this week, the 32-year-old <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/03/jazeman-jaafar-joins-amr-team-viper-niza-for-sepang-12-hours" target="_blank">racing driver</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/08/ttap-yrms-provide-selangor-youths-apprenticeship-opportunities-with-porsche" target="_blank">entrepreneur</a> revealed that he will compete as a wildcard for the event. At the same time, he also revealed a series of collaborations that led to this project.Present to oversee said ceremony were <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/10/mam-set-to-sanction-ev-races-in-malaysia" target="_blank">Motorsports Association of Malaysia (MAM)</a> president Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir and secretary Datuk Razlan Razali. Also present to witness the announcement was Youth and Sports Minister YB Hannah Yeoh. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163181/25-EBM-Aston-Martin-Vantage-GT3-EVO-2025-SGT-Livery-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163181" alt="25-EBM-Aston-Martin-Vantage-GT3-EVO-2025-SGT-Livery.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Jazeman enters Super GT Malaysia 2025 as a wildcard in the hotly contested GT300 class under the EBM banner with co-driver Kerong Li, and they will pilot an Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO shod with Michelin tyres.</h6> For this wildcard entry effort, Jazeman roped in rising Chinese GT racer Kerong Li as his co-driver. Additionally, both will collaborate and race under the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://earlbambermotorsport.com/earl-bamber-motorsport/" target="_blank">Earl Bamber Motorsport (EBM)</a> banner to jointly pilot an <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/05/launched-2024-aston-martin-vantage-from-rm237-million" target="_blank">Aston Martin Vantage</a> GT3 EVO in the series' GT300 class.Additionally, said race machine will be shod with <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/brembo-and-michelin-set-to-collaborate-promises-to-enhance-vehicle-comforts-safety" target="_blank">Michelin</a> tyres too. As a refresher, Super GT practices an ‘open’ tyre regulation scheme for GT300 class competitors. Presently, the leading French tyre marque is one of four active tyre suppliers for the class.“<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/03/jazeman-jaafar-joins-amr-team-viper-niza-for-sepang-12-hours" target="_blank">I’ve driven the Aston Martin Vantage before</a>, but not with the updated EVO kit. I’ve been made to understand the aero has seen huge improvements, and we’re ready to take on the challenge,” expressed Jazeman optimistically ahead of his latest racing endeavour. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163182/MK3_9953-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163182" alt="MK3_9953.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163183/YOZ_8719-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15163183" alt="YOZ_8719.jpg" style="width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163184/NAN_9120-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15163184" alt="NAN_9120.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163185/YOZ_0017-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15163185" alt="YOZ_0017.jpg" style="width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163186/ZYO_6464_top-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15163186" alt="ZYO_6464_top.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Though positioned lower than the main GT500 class, the Super GT GT300 class is touted as the region's most fiercely contested GT3 competitions.</h6> Though positioned lower than the main GT500 class, the GT300 class is still widely regarded by many as one of the region’s hotly contested GT3 racing competitions. Adding to challenge is the fact both GT500 and GT300 classes race simultaneously at each round.Notably, despite his vast racing CV, this effort marks Jazeman’s debut in the Japan-based racing series, which is widely regarded by many as one of the top motorsport championship series in the greater Asia-Pacific region.Nevertheless, Jazeman is poised to bank on his recent experiences competing in GT3 machines at Petronas SIC. One recent highlight of which was his career-first GT3 class win at home in the recent <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/malaysian-drivers-and-teams-shine-in-2025-motul-12-hours-of-sepang" target="_blank">2025 edition of the Motul Sepang 12 Hours enduro</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163187/640-(5)-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15163187" alt="640-(5).jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163188/640-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15163188" alt="640.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163189/640-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163189" alt="640-(4).jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">For his Super GT entry, Jazeman will be banking on key experiences like his recent career-first GT3 class win in the Motul Sepang 12 Hours enduro earlier this year.</h6> As reported prior, the return of Super GT racing to Malaysia following a 12-year hiatus was <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/japans-super-gt-returns-to-malaysia-in-2025" target="_blank">spearheaded by promoters Haro Sports &amp; Entertainment</a>. Furthermore, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/super-gt-malaysia-round-revs-up-with-rm80-early-bird-tickets-and-more" target="_blank" style="">tickets are already on sale online from as low RM80 (early bird)</a>.With Malaysia’s unique status as the series’ sole overseas round this season, managing director of Haro Sports &amp; Entertainment Fahrizal Hassan anticipates the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/super-gt-malaysia-round-revs-up-with-rm80-early-bird-tickets-and-more" target="_blank">Super GT Malaysia 2025 weekend</a> to generate a tourism receipt of approximately US$45 million (RM194 million)."We are aiming to attract 80,000 fans over the three-day event, with around 30% to 35% expected to be foreign visitors,” adds Fahrizal further. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17270/15163190/Web---2-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15163190" alt="Web---2.jpg">

Local racing ace Jazeman Jaafar enters upcoming Super GT Malaysia 2025 round as wildcard with co-driver Kerong Li under EBM banner.

Jazeman Jaafar Set For Super GT Malaysia 2025 Wildcard Entry

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161048/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-26-at-19.50.29-(2)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15161048" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-26-at-19.50.29-(2).jpeg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">The Vios Challenge 2025, organised under the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Malaysia banner, saw its season-opener held last weekend at Petronas SIC.</h6> Organised by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/tgr-malaysia-season-7-concludes-on-a-high-in-petronas-sic" target="_blank">Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Malaysia,</a> the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/tgr-vios-challenge-2024-round-2-shines-through-sunday-thunderstorm" target="_blank">Vios Challenge</a> 2025 season-opener got underway last weekend at the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/datin-anita-azrina-named-first-female-chairman-of-petronas-sic" target="_blank">Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC)</a>. During which, it was the series’ crop of up and coming new young talents that shined across all classes.Like <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/tgr-malaysia-season-7-concludes-on-a-high-in-petronas-sic" target="_blank">past seasons</a>, last weekend’s season-opening races saw three competition classes – Super Sporting Class for pro drivers, Sporting Class for amateurs drivers, and Rookie Class class for young newbies – take to the 5.5 KM-long circuit for two&nbsp; 20-lap sprint races – one held on Saturday, and another on Sunday.Notably, nine former Rookies from last season found themselves promoted into the Sporting Class this year, thus birthing some intense and dramatic door-to-door racing action as a result too.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161049/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.14-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15161049" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.14.jpeg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">With nine former Rookie Class drivers promoted into the Sporting Class this season, it resulted with some thrilling, door-to-door racing action across both Race 1 and Race 2.</h6> Victory in Satuday’s Race 1 in the Sporting Class was claimed by former Rookie class champion Adam Mikail driving for the G-Mart Motorsport team this year. Placing second was former fellow former Rookie class driver Jwan Hii from Hong Huat X Armada KK Racing, followed by Taj Izrin Aiman from Saksama Motorsports in third.Seasoned readers will remember Taj as both an accomplished sim-racer and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/08/taj-izrin-clinches-fourth-toyota-gr-gt-cup-malaysia-e-sport-title" target="_blank">reigning TGR GT Cup Malaysia champion</a>. This year, he now transitions to real world racing in the Vios Challenge 2025. Taj would elevate up to second place in Sunday’s Race 2 after battling with winner Elson Yew from BAE Racing by ES Yang.Though Axle Sport’s Brandon Ho initially crossed the line and finished third, a post-race penalty prompted by a sporting infringement would see Ho lose out on the podium position. Instead, it was Thai-national Monai driving for RUK Team Nexzter PMC 52 that was promoted into third place. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161050/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-26-at-19.50.30-(2)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15161050" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-26-at-19.50.30-(2).jpeg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">As usual, competition in the pro drivers-led Super Sporting Class was as fierce as ever.</h6> Moving to the pro drivers-led Super Sporting Class, Race 1 victory was clinched by Laser Motor Racing’s Ady Rahimy who bolted from pole position to command the race from start to finish. He fended off the advances of Telagamas Toyota’s Freddie Ang and Wheelcorp’s Nabil Azlan in second and third places respectively.A fierce battle would later ensue in this class in Sunday’s Race 2, which saw former class champion Mitchell Cheah driving for Prima Pearl TD Racing take the win. Weelcorp’s Nabil once again found himself on the podium, this this upping the ante to claim second ahead of Laser Motor Racing’s Eddie Lew who placed third. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161051/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.12-full.jpg" data-media-id="15161051" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.12.jpeg" style="width: 379.625px;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161052/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.12-(1)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15161052" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.12-(1).jpeg" style="width: 379.625px;"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">This season, the Rookie Class drivers continue to hone their skills using the older-gen TGR Vios one-make race machine.</h6> As for the Rookie Class, top honours in&nbsp;Saturday's Race 1&nbsp;was clinched by 19-year-old recreational karter and sim-racer Harkiesh Geeva. Coming in second was 18-year-old pro karter Aydan Khaliq, whereas 21-year-old pro karter Justin Rahul Dev completed the podium by placing third.Sunday’s Race 2 for this class saw 18-year-old sim-racer Ian James storming to take the race lead early on and command the race from start to finish to clinch victory. Taking second place back-to-back here was Aydan Khaliq, whilst 20-year-old Genevieve Ooi, the class’ sole female competitor, took a surprise third place finish. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161053/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.11-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15161053" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.11.jpeg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">The weekend's winners from all three classes taking their trophies and prize monies in a special ceremony held post-race on Sunday.</h6> With Round 1 now concluded, the Vios Challenge 2025 one-make series resumes for Round 2 on June 27 and 28 at Petronas SIC once again. This round will also be streamed live online via both the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/@tgrmalaysia" target="_blank">official TGR Malaysia YouTube channel</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.facebook.com/tgrmy/" target="_blank">TGR Malaysia Facebook page</a>.Additional details are also available online via the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.toyota.com.my/en/tgrmalaysia/vios-festival-challenge.html" target="_blank">TGR Malaysia official webpage</a>, as well as the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.instagram.com/tgrmalaysia/" target="_blank">official TGR Malaysia Instagram page</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17267/15161054/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.13-(2)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15161054" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-27-at-19.42.13-(2).jpeg">

Young drivers shined in season-opening weekend of the Vios Challenge 2025 held last weekend at Petronas SIC.

Young Drivers Shine In Vios Challege 2025 Season Opener

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 Malaysians intending a quick trip to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/fake-made-in-thailand-tyres-scandal" target="_blank" style="">Thailand </a>for the Labour Day weekend are reminded to complete their digital arrival card application starting Thursday, May 1st, as stated on the Tourism Thailand website.<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;"> <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;"> <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;">"Starting May 1, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival," it says, adding that visitors must register within three days before arrival. TDAC is a system designed to digitize arrival cards, moving away from paper-based processes. This technology aims to accelerate immigration procedures, reduce reliance on physical paperwork, and enhance border efficiency and security.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17266/15160726/Bangkok_-_Suvarnabhumi_International_(BKK_-_VTBS)_AN1822384-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15160726" alt="Bangkok_-_Suvarnabhumi_International_(BKK_-_VTBS)_AN1822384.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 digital arrival card is available online at no cost. However, certain travellers are exempt: those transiting or transferring flights within Thailand without going through immigration, and individuals entering the country using a Border Pass.<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;">
To do so, visit<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="http://tdac.immigration.go.th"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">http://tdac.immigration.go.th</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;"> and complete the online registration. The application requires travel documents, passport details, personal information, travel plans, accommodation details in Thailand, and a health assessment from the Ministry of Public Health.

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Malaysians intending a quick trip to Thailand are reminded to complete their digital arrival card application starting Thursday, May 1st.

Travellers To Thailand Must Fill Out TDAC Starting May 1

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17260/15158935/conversions/IMAGE-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15158935" alt="IMAGE-3.jpg"> Authorities have uncovered a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/kpdn-delays-sirim-label-rule-for-engine-lubricants-to-oct" target="_blank">counterfeit engine oil</a> syndicate operating out of three premises in Ara Damansara and Kepong. This follows a joint raid carried out by the police and the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) recently.The operation, which first began with nearly two months of surveillance and intelligence gathering, resulted in the arrest of 13 individuals — including seven foreign nationals from Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.The suspects are believed to be part of a syndicate that has been illegally repackaging engine oil under the names of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/11/court-orders-trader-to-pay-perodua-over-rm500000-for-counterfeit-lubricants" target="_blank">well-known automotive brands</a> and selling it through online platforms. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17260/15158952/conversions/54516681_2239288099721182_7822768066164424704_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15158952" alt="54516681_2239288099721182_7822768066164424704_n.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17260/15158953/conversions/54730709_2239288069721185_5880842837146206208_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15158953" alt="54730709_2239288069721185_5880842837146206208_n.jpg"> According to Deputy Director of Bukit Aman’s Wildlife Crime Bureau and Special Intelligence Investigation Unit (WCB/PSK), SAC Mohammad Azlin Sadari, the group is suspected of rebottling generic or low-grade engine oil and attaching <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/06/report-rm11-million-in-counterfeit-engine-lubricants-seized-since-2019" target="_blank">counterfeit labels</a> of popular local and international vehicle manufacturers.The packaging also allegedly included fake addresses to mislead buyers.Mohammad Azlin further added, “These products were then distributed through e-commerce sites and promoted on social media with the group having been running this illegal business for between two to three years, and profited by millions of Ringgits.” <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17260/15158955/conversions/thumb_Engine-Oil_Honda_JM-MOtor-Services-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15158955" alt="thumb_Engine-Oil_Honda_JM-MOtor-Services.jpg"> Among the items seized were containers of engine oil, empty bottles, fake labels and packaging materials featuring a variety of automotive brand names. Investigators are currently working to identify the original source of the engine oil used and total value of the seized goods.The case is being investigated under Section 102(1)(c) of the Trademarks Act 2019 for trademark infringement, and Section 5 of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011, which covers the use of false trade descriptions. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bernama.com/en/crime_courts/news.php?id=2418154" target="_blank">Bernama</a>

Authorities raid three premises in Ara Damansara and Kepong, uncovering a syndicate that repackages and sells counterfeit engine oil.

Counterfeit Engine Oil Syndicate Busted

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17252/15157864/conversions/CariCarz_SN_2024-Kia-EV-Day_EV3-39-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15157864" alt="CariCarz_SN_2024-Kia-EV-Day_EV3-39.jpg"> Malaysia’s General Insurance (GI) industry continued its upward trajectory in 2024, with motor insurance L as the key growth driver, touts the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM).As reported by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bernamabiz.com/news.php?id=2418099" target="_blank">Bernama</a>, PIAM highlighted that the motor insurance segment contributed the largest share of total gross written premium, rising 6.7% year-on-year to RM651.1 million in additional premiums. This growth was supported by a 2.1% increase in new vehicle registrations, as reported by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA).Overall, the GI industry recorded a 6.9% <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/rising-motor-claims-fueling-shift-to-risk-based-insurance-pricing" target="_blank">increase in gross written premiums</a>, reaching RM23.1 billion in 2024.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17252/15157865/conversions/PIAM_New-logoReg-Mk_RALFY-Colour-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15157865" alt="PIAM_New-logoReg-Mk_RALFY-Colour.png"> The recovery in vehicle sales and strong demand in motor, fire, and transit insurance segments were key contributors to this performance, despite ongoing global economic uncertainties and inflationary pressures.Looking ahead however, PIAM noted that 2025 will bring further emphasis on sustainable underwriting practices and innovation in <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/07/liberty-insurance-announces-new-plan-made-for-tesla-ev-owners" target="_blank">EV insurance</a>, in line with evolving consumer needs and regulatory expectations.The sector is also expected to build greater resilience against climate-related risks. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17252/15157866/conversions/TESLA-WALL-(9)-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15157866" alt="TESLA-WALL-(9)-full_normal.jpg"> While interest in natural catastrophe coverage is growing, medical cost inflation remains a concern, with projections rising to 16.4% in 2025 - well above the Asia-Pacific average of 10%.Despite challenges such as rising reinsurance costs and increased frequency of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/08/flood-insurance-coverage-why-is-it-crucial-for-you-and-your-car" target="_blank">weather-related events</a> (special perils), PIAM maintained that Malaysia’s motor insurance segment remains strong and continues to anchor the industry's growth prospects.

Motor insurance surged in 2024, adding RM651.1 million in premiums, EV coverage sets the tone for 2025, touts PIAM.

PIAM: Motor and EV Insurance Up 6.7% in 2024

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17251/15157860/conversions/494576401_18478493794068331_667088605733643094_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15157860" alt="494576401_18478493794068331_667088605733643094_n.jpg"> The speed limit in school zones will soon be officially <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/government-will-reduce-the-speed-limit-in-school-zones-to-30-kmh" target="_blank">reduced to 30 KM/H</a> as part of efforts to enhance road safety, particularly for schoolchildren.Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook announced that the Cabinet Committee on Road Safety and Traffic Congestion (JKMKKJR) has approved a policy to lower the speed limit in all school zones from the current 50 KM/H to 30 KM/H.He cited scientific studies showing that reducing speed to 30 KM/H significantly lowers the risk of fatalities in the event of a road accident. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17251/15157862/conversions/486593121_2122967291482234_7784049994619355733_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15157862" alt="486593121_2122967291482234_7784049994619355733_n.jpg"> “On average, about 70 road users lose their lives each year due to accidents in school areas,” he said during a press conference following the 61st Annual General Meeting of the Malaysian Road Safety Council (MKJR), where the ‘My Safe Road’ programme was also launched.Loke explained that this initiative is in line with <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/12/enforce-speed-limits-to-protect-road-users-expert" target="_blank">international standards</a> and not a new concept. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other global bodies have long advocated for lower speed limits, particularly in school zones, as a proven method to reduce the severity of road injuries.Research shows that the risk of fatal accidents increases significantly at speeds above 30 KM/H, especially for vulnerable road users.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

The government will soon gazette new 30 KM/H speed limit in school zones.

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