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自然资源、环境与气候变化部部长 Nik Mazmi Nik Ahmad 表示，政府没有授予任何公司<a href="https://www.caricarz.com/cn/news/kpkt-finalises-circular-on-ev-charging-stations-in-housing-area/7433" target="_blank">在马来西亚建造电动车充电站</a> 的专有权。

该部长以书面形式回应称，包括设计电动车生态系统的企业在内的私营部门是实施电动车充电站项目的推动力。

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然而，马来西亚的电动车改革行动正受到重大障碍的阻碍，其中之一就是地方政 (PBT) 所实施的法规。

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据 The Star 报道，马来西亚的目标是今年提供多达 4,000 个电动车充电点，并在 2025 年提供多大 10,000 个电动车充电站。 <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/9893/10071549/Chargesini-Pekin-80DC-Caricarz-(3)-full-full-full.jpg" width="675px" height="900px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div><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;">

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The government does not give any company exclusive rights to build<a href="https://www.caricarz.com/en/news/kpkt-finalises-circular-on-ev-charging-stations-in-housing-area/7433" target="_blank" style=""> EV charging stations in Malaysia,</a> according to Natural Resources, Environment, and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.<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 minister responded in writing, stating that the private sector, which includes businesses involved in the EV ecosystem, is the driving force behind the implementation of EV charging station projects.
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<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/9893/10071547/Chargesini-Pekin-80DC-Caricarz-(1)-full-(1)-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="825px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div><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;">The Malaysian electric vehicle (EV) industry is gaining traction as the country embraces sustainable transportation solutions and strives to reduce its carbon footprint. <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, the country's EV revolution is being hampered by significant obstacles, one of which is the regulations imposed by local governments (PBT).&nbsp; <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/9893/10071548/Gentari-Caricarz-(4)-full-full-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="825px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <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 PBT regulations, which vary by state, cover a wide range of issues, including licencing, charging infrastructure, and parking facilities.&nbsp;
According to The Star, Malaysia aims to provide up to 4,000 EV charging points this year and 10,000 EV charging stations by 2025.<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/9893/10071549/Chargesini-Pekin-80DC-Caricarz-(3)-full-full-full.jpg" width="675px" height="900px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div><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;">

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18073/15525573/web_Penang-Birdge-Road-Closure-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525573" alt="web_Penang-Birdge-Road-Closure.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">PLUS Malaysia announced lane-closures plus contraflow for a stretch of the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway. See details below.</div></h6> heads up for commuters and leisure travellers in Penang alike. Starting June 18, a stretch of the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu expressway from the Penang Bridge towards George Town will experience full lane closure plus a contraflow, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.facebook.com/PLUSMalaysiaBerhad/posts/pfbid02MeJguxeyzDYScWxuMwgMz6WvKbgkAywGFVmij4s3Xer1Rnwb6zAcpdvUeZeDTZbyl" target="_blank">PLUS Malaysia announced</a>.Both the lane closure and contraflow are set to last from 10PM to 6AM until June 20. During which, a series of planned roadworks will take place, and it involves the use and operation of special machinery for the safe dismantling of an overhead pedestrian bridge.Specifically, the exact location is described as “Line N, CH 1.0 – CH 1.25” – nearby The Light, just before the Caltex filling station located along said route.Take note, all four lanes on this stretch mentioned will be closed, hence the contraflow. This also means two Penang Bridge-bound lanes will be closed too as a result, so take note when planning your trips accordingly and drive safe.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>
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Full lane closure plus contraflow in effect on stretch of Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu expressway from Penang Bridge towards Georgetown until June 20.

PLUS: Lane Closure & Contraflow on Penang’s Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525184/Caricarz-MBA-Volvo-EX90-MYPreview-7-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525184" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Volvo-EX90-MYPreview-7.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Leading Swedish luxury marque Volvo sees raft of updates regarding its current products and plans for which in the local market.</div></h6> Following various reports by our industry peers, Carz.com.my took the liberty to reach out directly to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/volvo-car-malaysia-shifted-1953-units-in-2024" target="_blank">Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM)</a> earlier today. Thankfully, a spokesperson was on hand to clarify plenty of things, and here’s what we garnered… <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525185/Volvo-S60-(2)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525185" alt="Volvo-S60-(2).jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525186/Volvo-S90-(17)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525186" alt="Volvo-S90-(17).jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Firstly, both the S60 and S90 sedans are now sold out locally - existing stocks have depleted says VCM.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525187/2026-volvo-s90-(4)-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525187" alt="2026-volvo-s90-(4).jpg" style="width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525188/2026-volvo-s90-(2)-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15525188" alt="2026-volvo-s90-(2).jpg"> More bad news, the heavily face-lifted 2026MY S90 pictured isn't planned for Malaysia.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div></h6><h3 style="text-align: justify;">S60 and S90 Sedans Sold Out, ES90 Coming Soon</h3>Firstly, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/volvo-car-malaysia-shifted-1953-units-in-2024" target="_blank">VCM</a> confirmed that both the existing&nbsp;S60 and S90 sedan models&nbsp;are now sold out - existing stocks for have depleted. As a refresher, both were marketed in locally assembled (CKD) plug-in hybrid (PHEV) forms since their <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/09/updated-2024my-volvo-recharge-phev-models-mild-styling-tweaks-new-colour-and-new-64-kw-obc" target="_blank">last update back in late 2023</a>.With the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/06/us-based-volvo-s60-production-ends-this-month-others-remain" target="_blank">third-gen S60 nameplate discontinued globally</a>, the larger S90 model did see a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/heavily-face-lifted-2026-volvo-s90-breaks-cover" target="_blank">heavily face-lifted 2026 model year successor</a> debut not too long ago. However, our source confirmed that VCM has no plans to offer this model locally yet. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525189/Volvo-ES90-EV-61-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525189" alt="Volvo-ES90-EV-61.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525190/Volvo-ES90-EV-53-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525190" alt="Volvo-ES90-EV-53.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525191/Volvo-ES90-EV-80-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525191" alt="Volvo-ES90-EV-80.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525192/Volvo-ES90-EV-79-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525192" alt="Volvo-ES90-EV-79.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525193/Volvo-ES90-EV-71-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525193" alt="Volvo-ES90-EV-71.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525194/Volvo-ES90-EV-58-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525194" alt="Volvo-ES90-EV-58.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Good news: VCM is planning to have the new and all-electric ES90 saloon launched instead, and this is poised for early 2026 according to our source.</div></h6> Instead, VCM is putting together plans to introduce the new and all-electric <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/volvo-es90-unveiled-as-brands-first-flagship-ev-saloon" target="_blank">ES90</a> model and position it as its sole saloon offering. Upon further enquiry, our source also hinted that the ES90&nbsp;mentioned could arrive locally sometime in early 2026.You can read up about both the new ES90 EV saloon and its heavily revised combustion (ICE)-powered S90 twin from our initial global launch reports of both by clicking <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/volvo-es90-unveiled-as-brands-first-flagship-ev-saloon" target="_blank">here</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/heavily-face-lifted-2026-volvo-s90-breaks-cover" target="_blank">here</a>. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525195/Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-46-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525195" alt="Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-46.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525196/Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-45-full.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15525196" alt="Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-45.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525197/Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-49-full.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15525197" alt="Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-49.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525198/Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-21-full.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15525198" alt="Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-21.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525199/Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-23-full.jpg" style="width: 25%;" data-media-id="15525199" alt="Volvo-EM90-EVMPV-23.jpg"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Another piece of bad news: the Volvo EM90 isn't coming to Malaysia. In fact, it appears this model is destined to be a China market only offering with no plans for export or right-hand-drive (RHD) versions.</div></h6> <h3 style="text-align: justify;">EM90 Set For China Only, Export &amp; RHD Not Planned</h3>Regarding the brand’s much lauded <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/11/new-volvo-em90-arrives-as-brands-first-ever-minivan" target="_blank">EM90</a> luxury EV MPV model, our source confirmed that it will NOT find its way onto Malaysian shores. In fact, Carz.com.my has understood that the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/11/new-volvo-em90-arrives-as-brands-first-ever-minivan" target="_blank">EM90</a> will be offered solely in China where it is also produced, for now.In others words, parent firm <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/geely-warns-of-auto-overcapacity-shifts-focus-to-alliances" target="_blank">Geely</a> has no desire to have the Swedish marque’s ‘twin’ to the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/mas-2025-zeekr-009-executive-variant-debuts-with-special-rm310000-price-tag" target="_blank">Zeekr 009</a> exported beyond the Chinese market. This also means that a right-hand-drive (RHD) version is NOT in the pipelines, despite <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/launched-zeekr-x-zeekr-009-from-rm156k-rm350k" target="_blank">its Zeekr twin</a> mentioned having so. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525200/web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-2-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525200" alt="web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-2.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525201/web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-4-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525201" alt="web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-4.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525202/web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-6-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525202" alt="web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-6.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525203/web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-3-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525203" alt="web_SN_Zeekr-009-Press-Drive_-3.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">For now, the Zeekr 009 stands in place of the Volvo EM90 locally.</div></h6> Given how quickly this segment is getting saturated here in Malaysia lately, perhaps this is for the best too. Besides the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/mas-2025-zeekr-009-executive-variant-debuts-with-special-rm310000-price-tag" target="_blank">Zeekr 009</a> mentioned, other alternatives available locally in this segment include the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/first-drive-denza-d9-premium-awd-luxurious-all-electric-behemoth" target="_blank">Denza D9</a>&nbsp;and <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 X9</a>, with <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/gwm-haval-jolion-hev-wey-80-phev-set-for-ckd-by-epmb-in-2025" target="_blank">more on their way</a> too.Interestingly, with the rise of accessibly-priced luxury EV MPVs like the&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/11/new-volvo-em90-arrives-as-brands-first-ever-minivan" target="_blank">EM90</a>&nbsp;now present locally, VCM reckons it has the alternative to which, and not in the way you’d expect… <h6><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525217/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Volvo-EX90-MYPreview-14-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15525217" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Volvo-EX90-MYPreview-14.jpg"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Instead of the EM90, VCM reckons the solution to thwart Chinese luxury EV MPVs lie in a posh, six-seat variant of its EX90 flagship EV SUV.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div></h6><h3 style="text-align: justify;">VCM Banks On 6-seater EX90 To Combat EV MPVs</h3>In fact, our source confirmed that VCM seeks to thwart this Chinese-made luxury EV MPVs wave with its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/launched-2025-volvo-ex90-xc90-facelift-from-rm418888" target="_blank">EX90</a> flagship EV SUV model. More specifically, the firm is exploring the possibility of adding the model’s posh and higher-end 6-seat variant locally for this.In six-seat format, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/launched-2025-volvo-ex90-xc90-facelift-from-rm418888" target="_blank">EX90</a> is certainly a viable alternative as it delivers the same seating layout as most of these luxury EV MPVs do. However, one will need to make do with absent sliding doors, as well as a slightly smaller cabin with perhaps less headroom too.&nbsp;For now, this isn’t firm yet, but our source alludes that internal discussions for which at VCM are heavy enough to see it stand as a possibility. As a refresher, the new and all-electric EX90 flagship EV SUV is offered solely in 7-seat form priced <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/launched-2025-volvo-ex90-xc90-facelift-from-rm418888" target="_blank">from RM442,888</a>. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525283/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Volvo-EX90-XC90-Launch-9-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525283" alt="Caricarz-TA-Volvo-EX90-XC90-Launch-9.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525284/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Volvo-EX90-XC90-Launch-8-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525284" alt="Caricarz-TA-Volvo-EX90-XC90-Launch-8.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18071/15525285/conversions/Caricarz-TA-Volvo-EX90-XC90-Launch-7-full.jpg" data-media-id="15525285" alt="Caricarz-TA-Volvo-EX90-XC90-Launch-7.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">For now, VCM iterates that it will continue offering a "balanced product portfolio" dictated by local demands, meaning it will see the right mix of combustion (ICE)-powered - MHEV and PHEV included - and EV models.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div></h6><h3 style="text-align: justify;">Balance Between ICE (MHEV &amp; PHEV) And EV Models</h3>As for the bigger picture, our source iterated that VCM will continue pursuing a “balanced product portfolio”, which the firm adds is dictated by local demands.In other words, the firm will continue offering the right mix of both ICE-powered models – both mild- (MHEV) and plug-in (PHEV) hybrids included –plus EVs.Even with the discontinued S60 and S90 sedans – and the former’s long-roofed V60 twin – now dropped, VCM’s current line-up already has a good mix of both ICE (MHEV &amp; PHEV) and EV models available on hand.The former encompasses models the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/volvo-xc40-b5-plus-now-open-for-booking-from-rm278888" target="_blank">XC40,</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/face-lifted-volvo-xc60-bows-with-light-changes-inside-and-out" target="_blank">current-gen XC60,</a> as well as the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/launched-2025-volvo-ex90-xc90-facelift-from-rm418888" target="_blank">very-latest XC90</a> nameplates, whilst the latter sees things like the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/launched-2025-volvo-ex30-ckd-2-variants-now-from-rm208888" target="_blank">EX30,</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/ckd-volvo-c40-recharge-renamed-as-ec40-in-malaysia-rm288888-554-km-range" target="_blank">EC40</a> and&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/launched-2025-volvo-ex90-xc90-facelift-from-rm418888" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(31, 61, 208);">EX90</a>&nbsp;present and accounted for.

Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) confirms both S60 and S90 sedans are sold out, all-electric ES90 will come soon, but EM90 won’t.

VCM: S60 & S90 Sedans Sold Out, ES90 Coming But EM90 Won’t

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The Melaka Road Transport Department (JPJ) issued 39 summonses during a statewide enforcement operation on staged bus services. Dubbed “Op Pinky,” the operation <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/expert-bus-rollover-tests-must-be-mandatory" target="_blank" style="">targeted driver behaviour, documentation, and bus roadworthiness</a>, according to its director Siti Zarina Mohd Yusop.
Of the 34 buses inspected, 14 were found to have committed 25 offences. The most common violations were using mobile phones while driving and poor vehicle maintenance.Other offences included failure to submit fare schedules, operator and route licenses, making illegal U-turns, and having expired fire extinguishers and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licenses.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18067/15522540/kl81-13062024-tijauan-raya_4909551_20250120220311-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15522540" alt="kl81-13062024-tijauan-raya_4909551_20250120220311.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;">Some drivers were also found dropping off passengers at unauthorised locations and failing to stop when flagged down by commuters." she says in a press conference held in conjunction with the public auction on seized vehicles in Bukit Katil yesterday.<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 Siti Zarina, the initiative, launched in response to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/thousands-of-buses-running-illegally-on-rented-permits-ppbbm" target="_blank" style="">various incidents and public complaints about stage bus services in Melaka </a>involved 39 RTD personnel, and was led by state Enforcement Division head Zulhelmi Zaidee.<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 department remains committed to ongoing enforcement efforts to ensure road user safety and maintain the highest standards in public transport services," she says.


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18067/15522541/JPJ-issues-summons-1-850x445-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15522541" alt="JPJ-issues-summons-1-850x445-full_normal.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;">Commenting on the auction, Siti Zarina revealed the department earned RM62,100 from auctioning 50 forfeited vehicles, with bids ranging from RM67 to RM8,700. Another 678 vehicles remain impounded for offences such as expired licences, underage driving, mechanical issues, and no insurance.<div><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;"> </div>

Melaka JPJ issued 39 summonses during a statewide operation targeting driver behaviour, documentation, and bus roadworthiness.

39 Summonses Issued In Melaka's 'Op Pinky' Bus Crackdown

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Due to budget constraints, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/11/authorities-must-follow-24h-road-repair-sop-works-ministry" target="_blank" style="">road repairs in high-risk areas </a>nationwide will be carried out in stages, prioritising the most severely damaged sections, said Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. <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;"> Speaking at the Works Ministry’s Gawai Open House, he revealed that nearly RM4 billion is needed to fix all identified <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/nanta-damaged-road-surface-linked-to-cyclists-death" target="_blank" style="">hazardous roads</a>, far beyond the current available funding.
<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/18061/15520066/WhatsApp-Image-2022-04-28-at-8.31.45-AM-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15520066" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2022-04-28-at-8.31.45-AM.jpeg"> <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;">“We already have complete data on dangerous roads and the financial requirements. To fix everything would cost RM4 billion, but we don’t have that much allocation, so we will proceed in stages,” he says in a Bernama report.<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; 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;">He was addressing the ministry's response following the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/govt-will-address-east-west-highway-safety-at-cabinet-meeting-loke" target="_blank" style="">June 9 incident that claimed 15 UPSI student lives on the East-West Highway (JRTB) between Gerik and Jeli.</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 year, according to the minister, RM55 million has been allocated specifically for upgrades to the JRTB, including the installation of 385 street lights and improved road markings. 
<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/18061/15520067/pothole_theStar-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15520067" alt="pothole_theStar-full_normal.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;">Nanta added that the ministry is prioritising repairs based on its database, focusing first on roads in the worst condition.<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;">“We focus on the critical ones first. Those that are damaged but not too badly will be delayed slightly,” he said, adding that road assessments follow the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) method using MLP and FWD technologies, with the JRTB assessment conducted from March 13 to May 13.
<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/18061/15520068/JALAN-GERIK-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15520068" alt="JALAN-GERIK.jpeg"> <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;">Commenting on calls to install guardrails at high-risk areas, Nanta said the Works Ministry is open to public feedback, including suggestions shared online. <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;">"We take into account all views, from the public, netizens and relevant stakeholders. We will evaluate every suggestion carefully,” he further added.

Road repairs will be done in stages due to budget limits, with priority on the most severe sections.

RM4b Needed, Critical Road Repairs Come First

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18057/15519005/conversions/thumb-(10)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15519005" alt="thumb-(10).jpg"> The Johor state government is in discussion with <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/grab-malaysia-inks-mous-with-byd-sime-motors-ygt-and-pup" target="_blank">ride-hailing superapp Grab</a> to explore strategic collaborations aimed at strengthening the state’s tourism and transportation sectors ahead of Visit Johor Year 2026 (TMJ 2026).Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the meeting with Grab’s senior management focused on several key initiatives, including efforts to update the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/04/five-short-term-steps-to-curb-congestion-at-ciq-says-johor-mb" target="_blank">Cross-Border Travel Agreement</a> between Malaysia and Singapore. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18057/15519006/conversions/509290487_1271996888259194_263975967302916888_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15519006" alt="509290487_1271996888259194_263975967302916888_n.jpg"> The proposed updates are expected to enhance travel fluidity and improve connectivity between Johor and the city-state.The discussions also explored potential cross-border partnerships involving the transport ministries of both Malaysia and Singapore. Grab, alongside other public transport providers, is expected to play a role in facilitating more efficient and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/04/multi-tiered-automated-rapid-transit-system-planned-to-overcome-jb-congestion-johor-mb" target="_blank">seamless travel for both tourists and daily commuters</a> between the two countries.“These talks are part of broader plans to elevate Johor’s profile as a leading tourism destination in the region,” said Onn Hafiz. “Collaborations like these are essential to ensuring that TMJ 2026 is inclusive, comprehensive, and impactful.” <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18057/15519007/conversions/509433150_1271996938259189_4263290688988531275_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15519007" alt="509433150_1271996938259189_4263290688988531275_n.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18057/15519008/conversions/509191267_1271996954925854_6088380627510897056_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15519008" alt="509191267_1271996954925854_6088380627510897056_n.jpg"> Another proposal discussed was the development of an integrated digital and physical platform to showcase Johor’s top tourist attractions. This initiative aims to make travel information more accessible to both domestic and international visitors, enhancing the overall tourism experience across both online and offline channels.According to Onn Hafiz, the initiative is also expected to generate new income opportunities for Johoreans, stimulate the local economy, and reinforce Johor’s image as a modern, open, and globally connected destination.The state government’s engagement with private sector players like Grab reflects a proactive approach in building the infrastructure and ecosystem needed for the success of TMJ 2026. <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fonnhafizghazi%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0gCnpgsyeMq2yNHsvW2ykdeEM4fHLUSUDF7icgPbKiNc3747gSFzZKYWQ2wmnPnjEl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="787" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe>

Johor govt set to collaborate with Grab to enhance cross-border connectivity in lead-up to TMJ 2026.

TMJ 2026: State Partners Grab to Streamline Cross-Border Travel

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Prasarana is set to launch a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/prasarana-launches-new-myrapid-pulse-app" target="_blank" style="">new feature in its PULSE app that will allow users to purchase and activate the My50 monthly travel pass</a> directly from their phones. <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;">Announced via Rapid KL’s Facebook page, the update promises a fast, user-friendly experience by eliminating the need to queue at LRT, MRT, or KTM station counters. <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;">As the My50 pass is linked to MyKad and relies on NFC technology, renewals will likely require an NFC-enabled smartphone, similar to topping up a Touch 'n Go card via the TNG eWallet app.



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Currently, the My50 pass offers unlimited travel for 30 days on Rapid KL services, including the MRT, Sunway Line, LRT, KL Monorail, BRT, MRT feeder buses, and Rapid KL buses. <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;">With full digital access via the PULSE app, the pass is more convenient than ever for both regular commuters and visitors. 
<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/18055/15518923/Untitled-design---2025-06-19T100633.419-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15518923" alt="Untitled-design---2025-06-19T100633.419.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;">This move is part of Rapid KL’s broader effort to enhance user experience and digitise public transport services, especially for those who prefer managing their travel through smartphones. <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;">The update also aligns with earlier improvements introduced to the PULSE app in early 2025, which featured enhanced route planning, a cleaner user interface, and integration with travel rewards.

Prasarana is set to launch My50 pass purchase and activation via PULSE app soon.

My50 Pass Renewal Coming To PULSE App For Queue-Free Access

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18053/15518796/conversions/506062130_1315341243932332_2331984053894803290_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15518796" alt="506062130_1315341243932332_2331984053894803290_n.jpg"> An engineering expert is calling for urgent reforms to Malaysia’s bus safety rules, warning that outdated designs and weak oversight are endangering passengers. His comments follow a crash involving a Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/gerik-crash-psv-licence-suspended-rm17m-aid-raised" target="_blank">chartered bus that killed 15 students</a>, reigniting public concern over bus safety.Professor Dr Zaini Ahmad, Dean of the Mechanical Engineering Faculty at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, pointed to several critical flaws in bus design and regulatory oversight. One major concern, he said, is the continued use of a four-seat row layout in many buses.“The four-seat row formation reduces the survivability space and lowers the chance of passengers surviving a crash compared to a three-seat layout, which is more commonly used in express buses,” he explained. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18053/15518797/conversions/1732294052384-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15518797" alt="1732294052384.jpg"> Dr Zaini also criticised the materials used in many bus seat frames, describing them as rigid and potentially harmful during collisions. He advocated for the use of more flexible materials capable of absorbing impact energy, which he believes could help reduce the severity of injuries.Beyond seat design, the professor highlighted a deeper structural issue, the lack of mandatory rollover crash testing. He noted that many buses are approved for use based on certified joint structure designs, without undergoing full-scale rollover tests.“Some bus manufacturers rely only on the approval of joint structure designs to meet regulatory requirements, without having to conduct actual rollover tests, which are more costly,” he said. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18053/15518798/conversions/157b214b-b837-4d69-bdb6-922f76d435a9_1920x1080-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15518798" alt="157b214b-b837-4d69-bdb6-922f76d435a9_1920x1080.jpg"> While the Economic Commission for Europe Regulation 66 (ECE-R66) outlines standards for structural integrity during rollovers, Malaysia does not currently require buses to pass such tests if their joints have already been certified. Dr Zaini believes this loophole undermines passenger safety.He further stressed that these shortcomings must be addressed through both regulatory reform and better enforcement.Strengthening public transport safety, he said, must involve mandatory rollover testing, safer seat designs, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/mot-set-to-work-with-kpdn-to-ban-dummy-seatbelt-buckles" target="_blank">greater seatbelt use</a>, and stronger enforcement paired with road safety education to help save lives Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/06/1232064/flawed-bus-seat-design-puts-passengers-risk-expert-warns" target="_blank">New Straits Times</a>

Bus rollover tests must be enforced, says expert, to ensure structural integrity and save lives.

Expert: Bus Rollover Tests Must Be Mandatory

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517798/conversions/HyundaiMotorMalaysia-4-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15517798" alt="HyundaiMotorMalaysia-4.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Hyundai has officially established a direct presence in Malaysia, with three new CKD models set to debut this year.</h6>Following its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/new-hyundai-motor-malaysia-social-media-page-goes-live" target="_blank">social media pages' establishment</a> and previous rumours, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/hyundai-ioniq-6-n-teased-ahead-of-goodwood-debut" target="_blank">Hyundai Motor Company (HMC)</a> has officially announced its direct presence here in Malaysia. From now on, the Korean brand will be represented by a new local arm, known as <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/hyundai-undergoes-brand-and-operational-restructuring-in-malaysia" target="_blank">Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY)</a>.“Hyundai Motor Company officially establishes Hyundai Motor Malaysia—marking a bold step forward with a direct presence in the Malaysian market,” its official statement reads.This move replaces previous local brand custodian Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM), with the brand operation now in Malaysia being led by the principal, just like any other key OEMs here like BMW Group Malaysia, Honda Malaysia, and many more. With that being said, HSDM will continue their role as the dealer-partner for the brand.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517797/conversions/509021699_122117599496877056_9018550034122051429_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517797" alt="509021699_122117599496877056_9018550034122051429_n.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517795/conversions/508673971_122117599466877056_7082529680976557275_n-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="15517795" alt="508673971_122117599466877056_7082529680976557275_n.jpg" style="width: 50%;"> Through this official establishment, HMY has also voiced their long-term commitment to the Malaysian market, with the most immediate plan including launching three new locally-assembled (CKD) SUVs and MPVs.&nbsp;<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517799/conversions/1-MagneticSilverMetallic-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517799" alt="1-MagneticSilverMetallic.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517800/conversions/56351-HyundaisAll-NewSantaFeBoastsBoldNewDesignOptimizedforEffortlessOutdoorLifestyles-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517800" alt="56351-HyundaisAll-NewSantaFeBoastsBoldNewDesignOptimizedforEffortlessOutdoorLifestyles.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517801/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Tucson-Max-Rolling-5-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517801" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Tucson-Max-Rolling-5.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517802/conversions/Hyundai_Staria_10seat_MY_Launch_Event_-1-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517802" alt="Hyundai_Staria_10seat_MY_Launch_Event_-1.jpg"> Although no specific names were given, some models like the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/07/hyundai-stargazer-debuts-in-indonesia-priced-from-rm72000" target="_blank">Stargazer MPV</a> and the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/07/new-generation-hyundai-santa-fe-bows-with-wild-new-box-styling" target="_blank">fifth-gen Santa Fe</a> immediately pop into our minds, while current imported (CBU) models like the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/07/review-hyundai-tucson-16t-max-stellar-but-pricey-left-fielder" target="_blank">Tucson</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/10/hyundai-staria-10-seater-variants-launched-from-rm180k" target="_blank">Staria</a> could also be in the contention. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517803/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Ioniq5N-MYPreview-4-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517803" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Ioniq5N-MYPreview-4.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517804/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Ioniq5N-MYPreview-6-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15517804" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Ioniq5N-MYPreview-6.jpg"> Not to forget, HSDM previously previewed the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/hyundai-ioniq-5-n-rhd-previewed-in-malaysia-launching-soon" target="_blank">Hyundai Ioniq 5 N</a> in Malaysia, although we doubt it will be part of HMY’s CKD plans.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517805/conversions/Inokom-Kulim-Kedah-Plant-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15517805" alt="Inokom-Kulim-Kedah-Plant.jpg"> With that being said, the three upcoming CKD models will be part of the automaker’s RM2.16 billion investment into Malaysia, which includes the establishment of a local assembly operation in Kulim, Kedah, in partnership with Inokom. More importantly, Hyundai plans to produce up to seven new models at this new facility in five years’ time, focusing on both ICE and hybrid powertrains, with vehicle types varying from SUVs to MPVs and even high-spec cars.As production capacity grows at this new facility, the automaker targets that 30% of its production units will be exported to neighboring markets, thus establishing Malaysia as a key ASEAN regional hub for combustion-powered Hyundai vehicles.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517806/conversions/507084921_122117599436877056_6437358176125074242_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15517806" alt="507084921_122117599436877056_6437358176125074242_n.jpg"> In terms of local network, HMY also plans to expand its service network to 25 outlets by the end of this decade. Current Hyundai owners are also advised to register themselves using the QR code above for updates regarding the service, maintenance, software updates, and future ownership benefits.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18051/15517807/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Tucson-Max-Ext-8-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15517807" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Hyundai-Tucson-Max-Ext-8.jpg"> Commenting on Hyundai’s expansion into the Malaysian market, HMY president Eric Lee said, “Hyundai has always stood for progress—not just in mobility, but in how we connect with people, communities, and the future. With the establishment of Hyundai Motor Malaysia, we are bringing the strength and agility of a global brand closer to home.“This isn’t just a new chapter—it’s a long-term commitment to Malaysia as a strategic hub in ASEAN,” Lee added.Meanwhile, HMY managing director Jahabarnisa Haja Mohideen said, “Malaysia is a market full of untapped potential—it boasts the highest passenger vehicle demand in ASEAN at 35%, with a steady GDP growth of 4.3% signaling strong consumer confidence and rising spending power.”

Hyundai has officially established a direct presence in Malaysia, with three new CKD models set to debut this year.

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