<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/5750/6047976/DUKE-SPE-Caricarz-full_normal.jpg" width="1100px" height="848px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <span style="font-size:11pt;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;"><a href="https://www.caricarz.com/en/news/opinion-isnt-it-high-time-llm-stepped-in-and-address-the-rfid-congestion-issue/5575" target="_blank">Setiawangsa-Pantai Expressway (SPE),</a> formerly known as DUKE 3 has announced the closure of the Kerinchi Left Slip Road from the Federal Highway (Direction from Kuala Lumpur City Center).<span style="font-size:11pt;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;"> This closure will take effect from 22 Jan to 16 Apr 2023 for roadworks and all traffic would now only have one access entrance via Jalan Kerinchi to get to Jalan Kerinchi Kiri. Those who would be commuting there are advised to plan their route and trip beforehand to avoid getting stuck in the foreseen congestion at Jalan Kerinchi due to the high volume of offices and residential buildings in this area especially after the Chinese New Year long holidays.&nbsp;

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18030/15511548/conversions/thumb-(7)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15511548" alt="thumb-(7).jpg"> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/bauto-navigates-market-shifts-amid-rising-competition" target="_blank">Bermaz Auto Bhd (BAuto)</a>, the distributor of Mazda and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/driven-2025-kia-sportage-16t-high-2wd-ckd-better-late-than-never" target="_blank">Kia vehicles</a> in Malaysia, is facing a tough road ahead. Analysts have lowered their expectations for the company, citing weaker sales, tighter profit margins, and growing competition from Chinese car brands.Maybank Investment Bank Research has kept a “hold” rating on BAuto but cut its target price to 96 sen from RM1.06. It said BAuto’s sales are slowing after a strong two-year period, and Chinese carmakers are making it harder for Mazda and Kia to compete in the mass premium segment. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18030/15511549/conversions/Kia-Sportage-CKD-MediaDrive-16-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15511549" alt="Kia-Sportage-CKD-MediaDrive-16.jpg"> BAuto reported a core net profit of RM157 million for the financial year ending April 2025. This was slightly below expectations, prompting Maybank IB to reduce its profit forecasts for FY26 and FY27 by 10% and 13%, respectively.The company has mostly cleared its backlog of orders. However, it could get a boost from <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/launched-xpeng-x9-3-variants-up-to-590-km-range-from-rm269888" target="_blank">XPeng</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/previewed-deepal-s07-ev-suv-q2-2025-launch-new-model-y-rival" target="_blank">Deepal</a>, two Chinese EV brands that BAuto secured distribution rights for in late 2024.Despite the cautious outlook, BAuto is still offering an attractive dividend yield of over 9%, based on a 70% payout ratio. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18030/15511484/conversions/web_MA_CariCarz_Xpeng-X9-Launch_-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15511484" alt="web_MA_CariCarz_Xpeng-X9-Launch_-2.jpg"> RHB Research also maintained a “neutral” rating but reduced its target price to 86 sen from 95 sen. It believes strong competition in the non-national car segment will continue to affect BAuto’s sales. The research firm cut its Mazda sales forecasts for FY26 and FY27, now expecting market share to fall to 1.4% in 2025 from 1.8% in 2024.Still, RHB sees value in holding the stock because of its high expected yield of 11% in FY26.MIDF Research downgraded BAuto to “neutral” from “buy” and slashed its target price to 86 sen from RM1.43. It lowered earnings estimates by 20% for FY26 and FY27, expecting lower sales and reduced profit margins. The firm also removed any expected income from Deepal, saying its launch may be delayed, and lowered the expected dividend payout to 65%. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18030/15511485/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Deepal-S07-MYPreview-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15511485" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Deepal-S07-MYPreview-1.jpg"> Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) was even more pessimistic. It downgraded BAuto to “sell” and dropped its target price to 78 sen from RM1.05. HLIB said competition from Chinese brands is heating up in both Malaysia and the Philippines, putting pressure on BAuto's sales and profits.HLIB cut its earnings forecast by over 31% for FY26 and FY27. However, it acknowledged that BAuto still has a strong financial position, with RM207.2 million in net cash, which helps support dividend payouts.CIMB Research kept a “hold” call but reduced its target price to 80 sen from RM1.10. It noted that Chinese brands like BYD and Chery are taking market share away from Japanese brands, affecting Mazda’s sales. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18030/15511486/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Mazda-CX-60-KLIMS2024-17-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15511486" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Mazda-CX-60-KLIMS2024-17.jpg"> CIMB expects Mazda sales to rise slightly in FY26, helped by the launch of new models like the CX-60 and CX-80. But it warned that profits could suffer due to tough competition in the RM100,000 to RM200,000 price range, especially for the popular <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/launched-mazda-cx-5-mazdasports-limited-edition" target="_blank">CX-5</a> and CX-30.That said, we at Carz.com.my are not financial analysts like the research houses above, but as automotive industry observers, we believe there’s one key point being overlooked: the potential of BAuto’s upcoming Mazda models. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18030/15511488/conversions/2024-Mazda3-7-1536x1024-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15511488" alt="2024-Mazda3-7-1536x1024.jpg"> The new <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/2025-mazda-3-15-high-plus-sedan-hatch-bookings-opened-est-from-rm118900" target="_blank">2025 Mazda 3 1.5 High Plus</a> and the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/2025-mazda-cx-60-malaysia-specs-leaked-online" target="_blank">CX-60</a> are both set to shake up their segments. With prices of RM119,000 and RM199,000 respectively, they could be the most attractive offerings in their class offering strong value, premium appeal and Mazda’s solid reputation. These new models could surprise on the upside and help BAuto regain some momentum in the coming months.While the near-term outlook remains cautious, these upcoming launches could provide a meaningful counterweight to the current headwinds. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/06/16/bautos-dividend-appeal-holds-despite-profit-miss" target="_blank">The Star</a>

Despite analyst’s downgrades, Carz.com.my sees strong potential in BAuto's upcoming Mazda models.

Report: New Mazda Models Could Rev Up BAuto’s Prospects

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18025/15509428/conversions/Second-Finance-Minister-Datuk-Amir-Hamzah-Azizan-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15509428" alt="Second-Finance-Minister-Datuk-Amir-Hamzah-Azizan-(1).jpg"> The Malaysian government will focus on reforming fuel subsidies for RON95 petrol before rolling out a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/10/budget-2025-overview-ev-incentive-ron95-subsidy-more" target="_blank">carbon tax in 2026</a>, said Finance Minister II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.He explained that Malaysia must first address long-standing issues in its energy subsidy system before adding new climate-related taxes.The carbon tax, which was announced in Budget 2025, is expected to target high-emission industries such as iron, steel, and energy. However, Amir Hamzah said some groundwork needs to be done first.“We can’t be taxing carbon emissions while still <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/govt-set-to-use-mykad-for-ron95-subsidy-citing-success-with-sara" target="_blank">heavily subsidising petrol and diesel</a>. It creates a contradiction in our policies,” he said. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18025/15509429/conversions/Caricarz-RON95-B10Diesel-FuelPump-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15509429" alt="Caricarz-RON95-B10Diesel-FuelPump-(1).jpg"> He shared these thoughts during a panel session titled "Delivering Malaysia’s Energy Transition" alongside Deputy Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.Amir added that phasing out subsidies is key to building a more consistent and sustainable policy framework.He said the government plans to introduce climate action frameworks, better measurement tools, and eventually, the carbon tax itself, however all this can only be done after subsidy reforms are in place.“This transition has to be system-wide. We can't rely on one-off policies or scattered announcements,” he said. “Everything must be aligned.”This announcement comes just a day after Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reassured the public that the upcoming changes to RON95 pricing <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/ron95-petrol-subsidy-rationalisation-will-proceed-pmx" target="_blank">would not impact 85 to 90 percent</a> of Malaysians.Anwar also stressed that subsidy rationalisation is necessary to ensure public funds are used more effectively, especially to support lower-income groups. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/06/17/govt-to-prioritise-ron95-subsidy-reform-before-carbon-tax-rollout-in-2026/180674#google_vignette" target="_blank">MalayMail</a>

RON95 petrol subsidies to be rationalised ahead of 2026 carbon tax rollout, comes as part of Malaysia’s energy transition.

Amir Hamzah: RON95 Subsidy Coming Reform Before 2026 Carbon Tax

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18023/15509055/Untitled-design---2025-06-17T164955.391-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15509055" alt="Untitled-design---2025-06-17T164955.391.png"> 

In an industry long dominated by men, 39-year-old Irzunika Idris from Batu Gajah has been making a living as a<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/07/volvo-trucks-malaysia-miros-hosts-advanced-driver-development-programme" target="_blank" style=""> trailer driver</a> for the past five years, ever since becoming a single mother of three.
When asked why she chose such a demanding and unconventional path, Irzunika shared that she genuinely enjoys the work and most importantly, she needs to support her children.

Her passion for driving began early, inspired by her late father who was also a lorry driver. Watching him work sparked a lifelong ambition to follow in his footsteps, even though she knew it wouldn’t be an easy road.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18023/15509056/Untitled-design---2025-06-17T164706.751-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15509056" alt="Untitled-design---2025-06-17T164706.751.png"> <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;">"I also enjoy doing challenging things, so this job really suits me. At first, my mother was worried when I told her I wanted to drive lorries and even asked why I was doing a man's job.
"But I reassured her, she's now okay with it because she can see that I'm serious," Irzunika told Harian Metro, adding that the first three months were tough but she eventually got used to it.<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;">As a trailer driver, she spends most of her time on the road and is often away from her children.
“Sometimes I’m only home for an hour or two, but my kids understand, and my mum helps out,” she shared.Just as inspiring is Marlia Ramli, a 40-year-old single mom who began her journey as a truck driver six years ago. After her divorce in 2019, she took on the job to support her family, fully aware of the challenges it would bring.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18023/15509057/Untitled-design---2025-06-17T164816.706-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15509057" alt="Untitled-design---2025-06-17T164816.706.png"> <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;">“I decided to take a chance in the trucking field. I already had a GDL licence from helping my father. I upgraded it. Eventually I ended up driving a 40ft lorry,” she says.<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 a male-dominated industry, 39-year-old Irzunika Idris and 40-year-old Marlia Ramli became truck drivers to support their kids.

Malaysian Single-Mom Truckers Make Local Headlines

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15506997/conversions/thumb-RapidKL-OnDemand-5NewZones-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15506997" alt="thumb-RapidKL-OnDemand-5NewZones.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15506998/conversions/506597759_1138312111664603_8850361873884054552_n-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15506998" alt="506597759_1138312111664603_8850361873884054552_n.jpg" style="width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15506999/conversions/508149695_1138312171664597_1479226822245027765_n-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15506999" alt="508149695_1138312171664597_1479226822245027765_n.jpg" style="width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15507001/conversions/506508177_1138312241664590_4620828056269682795_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15507001" alt="506508177_1138312241664590_4620828056269682795_n.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15507000/conversions/507575230_1138312364997911_3600662882076269899_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15507000" alt="507575230_1138312364997911_3600662882076269899_n.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">The Rapid KL On-Demand service has been expanded to five new zones, including Cyberjaya and Putrajaya.</h6>The <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/rapid-kl-on-demand-service-now-expands-to-two-new-zones" target="_blank">Rapid KL On-Demand</a> last mile connection service has been expanded to five new zones. From June 16 onwards, this service will include new routes such as MRT Kwasa Sentral – Subang Bestari/Subang Skypark Terminal, MRT Semantan – Menara DBKL, MRT Metro Prima – Taman Beringin, MRT Putrajaya Sentral – Presint 1, and MRT Cyberjaya City Centre – Cyberjaya.Unlike the previous existing routes, these new ones are not located within the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/prasarana-aims-for-40-public-transit-ridership-by-2030" target="_blank">Prasarana</a> LRT and MRT station network, in a bid to broaden its last-mile transportation service to more users in Klang Valley.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15507002/conversions/RapidKL-OnDemand-Van-(2)-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15507002" alt="RapidKL-OnDemand-Van-(2).jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15507003/conversions/RapidKL-OnDemand-Van-(3)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15507003" alt="RapidKL-OnDemand-Van-(3).jpg"> To accommodate this expansion, a total of 17 vans will be used in these five new zones, where prospective customers can book a ride using the Rapid On-Demand mobile app. And just like other Rapid On-Demand services, the fare starts at RM1 per ride, and payments can be made using the Rapid KL’s My50/MyCity/Pas Famili passes, Touch n Go cards, MyRapid concession cards, OKU Smile pass, and many more.With these five new zones, the Rapid KL On-Demand service now covers a total of 60 zones throughout the Klang Valley area, with 162 vans dispatched since its inception back in Jan 2024. On top of that, a total of 16 zones with 46 vans are available within the MRT Kajang and Putrajaya lines alone.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18017/15507005/conversions/MOT-AnthonyLoke-RapidKL-OnDemand-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15507005" alt="MOT-AnthonyLoke-RapidKL-OnDemand.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Transport Minister YB Anthony Loke and Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah posed with the Rapid KL On-Demand vans.</h6>Prior to this expansion, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/loke-kejara-system-a-failure-major-revamp-coming" target="_blank">transport ministry Anthony Loke</a> previously announced that Prasarana will <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">introduce 300 more vans</a> for the Rapid KL On-Demand services as an answer to the growing demand for this first-mile, last-mile transportation solution.

The Rapid KL On-Demand service has been expanded to five new zones, including Cyberjaya and Putrajaya.

Rapid KL On-Demand Adds 5 New Zones — Cyberjaya & Putrajaya Included

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504824/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-12-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504824" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-12.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504825/conversions/smart-1-Brabus-Ext-13-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504825" alt="smart-1-Brabus-Ext-13.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">PRO-NET has expanded both its Proton e.MAS and smart dealer network by opening three new outlets in Malaysia.</h6><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/proton-records-positive-sales-growth-in-may-2025" target="_blank">Proton</a>’s new energy arm, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/pro-net-sells-one-proton-emas-7-every-hour" target="_blank">PRO-NET</a>, has expanded the dealer network for both the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/proton-emas-7-may-2025-sales-sees-ytd-total-surpass-3600-units" target="_blank">Proton e.MAS</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/mas-2025-smart-5-previewed-rhd-units-coming-soon" target="_blank">smart</a> EV brands by opening three new dealerships in Kota Kinabalu, IOI Putrajaya, and Old Klang Road, Kuala Lumpur.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504771/conversions/Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-3-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504771" alt="Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-3.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504772/conversions/smart-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504772" alt="smart-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-2.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504773/conversions/Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-4-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504773" alt="Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-4.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504774/conversions/smart-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504774" alt="smart-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Proton e.MAS &amp; smart Fook Loi outlet in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.</h6>Starting with the first outlet, the Proton e.MAS and smart outlet in Kota Kinabalu is operated by Fook Loi Eurocar. Located at Lot 3, Jalan Cenderakasih, off Jalan Lintas, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, this new outlet is also the first authorised smart dealership in Sabah, while being the second Proton e.MAS outlet in the state.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504827/conversions/Proton-eMAS-JewelSonic-Outlet-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504827" alt="Proton-eMAS-JewelSonic-Outlet-2.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504845/conversions/Proton-eMAS-PerengitAutoMax-Outlet-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504845" alt="Proton-eMAS-PerengitAutoMax-Outlet-2.jpg"> Moving on to the second location, the Proton e.MAS Jewel Sonic outlet at G-218 &amp; G-219 of the IOI City Mall is one of the few outlets located within a shopping mall, while the third and final outlet is the Proton e.MAS Peringgit Auto Max, located at Lot 261, Batu 3 ½, Jalan Kelang Lama, Kuala Lumpur.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504881/conversions/Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504881" alt="Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-1.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18013/15504882/conversions/Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-2-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504882" alt="Proton-eMAS-FookLoi-KotaKinabalu-Outlet-2.jpg"> With these new outlets, PRO-NET currently operates 35 Proton e.MAS dealerships, with 25 of them being dedicated 3S centres, 10 body and paint centres, as well as featuring 31 DC fast charging stations. PRO-NET also claims these numbers will grow soon, as the automaker has already appointed 47 official dealerships across the country, in a bid to ensure a seamless and confident ownership journey for Proton e.MAS customers.Commenting on this expansion, PRO-NET CEO Zhang Qiang said, “We are proud of how far we have come in just one year. Our growing network is more than just numbers. It is about being closer to the people. Every new dealership means a new community we can support on their EV journey.“We are confident that more Malaysians will feel ready and excited to make the switch. This is how we build the future together, step by step, from city centres to East Malaysia,” Mr. Zhang added.

PRO-NET has expanded both its Proton e.MAS and smart dealer network by opening three new outlets in Malaysia.

PRO-NET Opens Three New Proton e.MAS & smart Dealerships

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Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has directed the Federal Territories Department to work with the Road Transport Department (JPJ) to review and improve existing laws related to the disposal of abandoned vehicles in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. <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;"> This directive follows a significant number of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/eyesore-of-abandoned-vehicles-occupying-parking-spaces" target="_blank" style="">public complaints of abandoned vehicles</a> in Kuala Lumpur, exceeding 2,500 annually in Kuala Lumpur, which necessitates prompt attention and solutions.<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;">"However, we are faced with several legal constraints, including abandoned vehicles on private premises that cannot be towed to the local authority depot as well as vehicles that have been at the depot for a long time but have not yet been disposed of due to legal obstacles," she said in a Facebook post Monday (June 16).



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<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;">She encouraged vehicle owners who wish to dispose of their cars to visit an authorised automotive treatment facility, where they can receive cash compensation based on the vehicle’s condition. 
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To make vehicle de-registration easier, the government introduced the e-Dereg platform last year. It allows owners to conveniently complete the process through licensed automotive treatment centres.


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FT Dept and JPJ ordered to review and improve laws on abandoned vehicle disposal in KL and Putrajaya.

FT Dept, JPJ Told To Deal With Abandoned Vehicles

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18006/15504094/conversions/kb07-09062025-kemalangan_5295475_20250610114049-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15504094" alt="kb07-09062025-kemalangan_5295475_20250610114049.jpg"> The Road Transport Department (JPJ) suspended the public service vehicle (PSV) licence of the bus driver involved in the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/pm-mourns-loss-directs-aid-for-upsi-students-in-bus-mpv-crash" target="_blank">horrific crash</a> that killed 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students on June 9.The suspension, which took immediate effect, was issued under Section 56(4) of the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), pending the outcome of an ongoing investigation.The fatal incident occurred at approximately 1.10AM on the East-West Highway (JRTB) in Gerik, Perak. A chartered bus carrying UPSI students on their journey back to the Tanjung Malim campus from Jertih collided with a Perodua Alza multi-purpose vehicle (MPV). <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18006/15504096/conversions/505740821_1124331419720400_8874148788023530583_n-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504096" alt="505740821_1124331419720400_8874148788023530583_n-full_normal.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18006/15504095/conversions/281509-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15504095" alt="281509-full_normal.jpg"> The crash claimed 15 lives and left 33 others injured, including the bus driver, the conductor, and the occupants of the Alza.Besides the PSV licence suspension, JPJ Director-General Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the agency has also opened an <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/gerik-crash-motac-urges-return-of-authority-over-tourism-vehicles" target="_blank">investigation against the company</a> that owns the bus, as well as the party holding the leased permit to operate the vehicle.The driver’s PSV licence will remain suspended until investigations are completed, in what JPJ describes as a proactive move to protect public interest and ensure road user safety. The department also reaffirmed its commitment to strictly <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/lokes-push-for-safety-needs-one-thing-enforcement" target="_blank">enforcing transport laws and taking action</a> against any breach that endangers lives. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18006/15504099/conversions/505320264_705824028867335_4041308770605571291_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15504099" alt="505320264_705824028867335_4041308770605571291_n.jpg"> In court, the bus driver, Mohd Amirul Fadhil Zulkifli, 39, pleaded not guilty to 15 counts of reckless driving before Magistrate Muhammad Firdaus Nor Azlan. He claimed that brake failure had caused the accident.&nbsp;However, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/permit-of-bus-operator-in-gerik-crash-revoked-loke" target="_blank">Transport Minister Anthony Loke</a> later revealed that Puspakom’s preliminary investigations found no technical faults in the vehicle. The bus' braking system, including all brake linings and axle drums, was <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/gerik-crash-no-signs-of-brake-steering-failure" target="_blank">confirmed to be in satisfactory condition</a>, contradicting the driver’s defence.In the wake of the tragedy, the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) has mobilised efforts to support affected families. Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir announced that RM1.7 million has been raised through the Prihatin Fund. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18006/15504100/conversions/508282374_1262655121907467_6535194926080157624_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15504100" alt="508282374_1262655121907467_6535194926080157624_n.jpg"> From this amount, RM371,000 has already been distributed to victims and their families, with the remainder to be disbursed once the donation campaign concludes.As the investigation continues, the tragedy has sparked widespread calls for stricter oversight of public transport operations and greater accountability from service providers to prevent future incidents of such nature. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=2434914" target="_blank">BERNAMA</a>

JPJ suspends Gerik crash bus driver’s PSV licence as investigations rule out technical failure.

Gerik Crash: PSV Licence Suspended, RM1.7M Aid Raised

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PLUS has announced the addition of three new lanes at the Rawang Selatan toll plaza (Exit 115). Accessible via a slip lane, these new lanes aim to improve traffic flow, especially for motorists heading towards Kundang and Gamuda Gardens. <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 Rawang Selatan toll plaza currently handles <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/01/public-transport-upgrades-congestion-charges-help-ease-traffic-jams" target="_blank" style="">up to 29,000 vehicles daily</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;"> <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;"> This expansion, according to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/expired-agreement-clears-path-for-plus-mlff-system" target="_blank" style="">the toll concessionaire</a>, is projected to reduce current peak-hour traffic congestion by 14% to 19%, benefiting residents of Gamuda Gardens, nearby areas such as Rawang, Kundang, and Sungai Buloh, and regular users of the North-South Expressway.
<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/17999/15501073/Untitled-design---2025-06-16T151826.125-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15501073" alt="Untitled-design---2025-06-16T151826.125.png"> <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;">Plus attributed the project's successful implementation to good coordination among the Works Ministry, Malaysian Highway Authority, Public Works Department, Gamuda Berhad, and other stakeholders.<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;">"Plus remains committed to improving its infrastructure and services, in line with its corporate values, which emphasise comfort, safety and sustainability of the communities along its expressway network,” it says.

PLUS has announced the addition of three new lanes at the Rawang Selatan toll plaza (Exit 115).

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