<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/16577/14798962/web_Tidal-Flow-Announcement-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="618px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> Highway concessionaires Prolintas recently announced via its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.facebook.com/prolintas/" target="_blank">official Facebook page</a> that it has reactivated the morning tidal flow on the Putrajaya-bound Kajang Silk Highway stretch spanning from the Sungai Ramal Toll Plaza to UNITEN.The rebooted tidal flow will be in effect on weekdays (Mondays through Fridays) from 6:30AM to 9AM. The firm adds that this morning peak hour special diversion is being practiced in lieu of the month of Ramadan, and will be practiced this month until March 26. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/16577/14798963/Kajang-Silk---Bukit-Kajang-toll-Plaza---Prolintas-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" width="550px" height="366.5px" layout="responsive" style="width: 50%"></amp-img><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/16577/14798964/Kajang-Silk---Prolintas-full_normal-full_normal.jpg" width="550px" height="366.5px" layout="responsive" style="width: 50%"></amp-img></div> During which, motorists can also use the Smartlane on the highway, reminds the concessionaire. Earlier this year, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/prolintas-discontinues-kajang-silk-contra-flow" target="_blank">Prolintas discontinued the contra flow on the same stretch of the Kajang Silk Highway</a> mentioned following its reduced effectiveness in alleviating congestion there.It’s unclear for now if this returning tidal-flow operation for this stretch of the Kajang Silk Highway will be resumed after the Hari Raya Aidilfitri break.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858582/conversions/web_MBA_CariCarz_Perodua-Flexiplan_Maybank_-4-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858582" alt="web_MBA_CariCarz_Perodua-Flexiplan_Maybank_-4.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Perodua and Maybank Islamic Berhad jointly launched the Shariah-compliant Perodua Flexiplan financing scheme earlier today.</div></h6> Earlier today, Rawang-based national automaker <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/mbmr-earnings-steady-as-perodua-maintains-sales-momentum" target="_blank">Perodua</a> launched a groundbreaking new financing scheme called the Perodua Flexiplan. This initiative was borne out of a collaboration between the automaker and leading local bank Maybank Islamic Berhad.Essentially, the Perodua Flexiplan is based on the existing Maybank Islamic myimpact Drive Financing-i scheme. Besides marking a first for both firms, this Shariah-compliasnt auto financing agreement&nbsp;promises customers a seamless and inclusive vehicle financing scheme. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858681/conversions/web_MBA_CariCarz_Perodua-Flexiplan_Maybank_-6-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858681" alt="web_MBA_CariCarz_Perodua-Flexiplan_Maybank_-6.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Perodua president and CEO Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad (second from left) with Maybank Group CEO of Community and Financial Service Syed Ahmad Taufik Albar (second from right) at today's launch.</div></h6> “We believe that with the backing of Malaysia’s biggest bank combined with the trust that we have earned from Malaysians; the Perodua Flexiplan will be well accepted,” expressed Perodua CEO and president Datuk Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad, who was present to launch the scheme earlier today at the Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur.“We are proud and excited to provide this innovative approach to all Malaysians alongside Perodua – one that addresses the preferences of modern car buyers and empowering our customers with flexible ownership choices,” adds Syed Ahmad Taufik Albar, Group CEO, Community and Financial Services, Maybank, who was also present at today's launch. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858682/conversions/CARICARZ_TEST_Perodua-Axia-1.0-AV_-1-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858682" alt="CARICARZ_TEST_Perodua-Axia-1.0-AV_-1.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Perodua Flexiplan appears similar to other Shariah-compliant financing schemes, but the real difference is its unique buy-back promise offered to customers purchasing a new Perodua model.</div></h6> Firstly, the Perodua Flexiplan is presented as a highly competitive Murabahah Vehicle Term Financing agreement that promises affordable monthly payment terms over an initial five-year term.Though similar to any other Shariah-compliant auto finance scheme, the real difference comes at the end of said initial five-year term. At which point, the agreement sees Perodua agreeing to buy back the customer’s vehicle at “a competitive price” versus market value for the purchase of a brand new Perodua model.In other words, Perodua is offering secured residual resale value through this scheme for customers to offset their down payment and refresh the five-year term&nbsp;to purchase a brand new Perodua model. Additionally, there’s the added flexibility stemming from the fact that customers can freely trade-in for a new model or keep their current vehicle. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858708/conversions/CARICARZ_TEST_Perodua-Axia-1.0-AV_-4-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858708" alt="CARICARZ_TEST_Perodua-Axia-1.0-AV_-4.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858709/conversions/Ativa-AV_Front_Right-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858709" alt="Ativa-AV_Front_Right.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858710/conversions/web_Myvi-launch-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858710" alt="web_Myvi-launch.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858711/conversions/web_CariCarz_2021-Perodua-Aruz-AV_1-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858711" alt="web_CariCarz_2021-Perodua-Aruz-AV_1.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Presently, the new Perodua Flexiplan is offered exclusively for four models, those being the (clockwise) Axia (except the Axia E), Ativa, Aruz and Myvi.</div></h6> For the latter, the Perodua Flexiplan lets customers choose between settling their outstanding balance, or by extending the initial financing tenure by up to four years under a revised payment plan. In other words, this scheme sees Perodua offer customers with both short- and long-term benefits.Presently, this novel and Shariah-compliant Perodua Flexiplan is offered for four key models, those being the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/03/review-2023-perodua-axia-av-peroduas-new-supermini-now-bigger-better-pricier" target="_blank">Axia</a> (excluding the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/06/launched-2023-perodua-axia-e-10-mt-new-axia-rahmah-from-rm22k" target="_blank">Axia E</a> @ <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/06/the-caricarzcom-guide-to-pimping-the-axia-rahmah" target="_blank">‘Axia Rahmah’</a>) supermini, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/10/third-gen-perodua-myvi-x-h-get-avs-cranberry-red-colour" target="_blank">Myvi</a> hatch, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/09/special-perodua-ativa-hybrid-subscription-program-begins" target="_blank">Ativa</a> compact crossover, and the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/10/perodua-aruz-gains-new-elegant-black-hue-for-all-variants-rm72900-onwards" target="_blank">Aruz</a> SUV. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18951/15858719/conversions/CARICARZ_TEST_Perodua-Axia-1.0-AV_-7-full.jpg" data-media-id="15858719" alt="CARICARZ_TEST_Perodua-Axia-1.0-AV_-7.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Customers keen on this scheme can consult with sales advisors at Peordua showrooms nationwide, as well as with any consultants at Maybank branches nationwide.</div></h6> More details about the new Perodua Flexiplan financing schene can be obtained by consulting with sales advisors at authorised Perodua showrooms and dealerships nationwide. Alternatively, customers can also consult with advisors from any Maybank branch nationwide.Lastly, at today’s launch, both Perodua and Maybank have also committed to develop attractive financing schemes for <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/peroduas-qv-e-a-science-backed-nameplate" target="_blank">the automaker’s upcoming first electric vehicle (EV) offering</a> when it launches later this year.

New Perodua Flexiplan launched as country’s first Shariah-compliant agility financing scheme.

Perodua Introduces ‘Flexiplan’ Shariah-Compliant Agility Financing Scheme

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A Johor MP has urged Putrajaya to negotiate with Singapore to lift the ban on<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/singaporeans-push-for-vep-rfid-system-improvements" target="_blank" style=""> e-hailing rides from Johor Bahru into the republic</a>, saying the restriction is hurting daily commuters and travellers.<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;">Tebrau MP Jimmy Puah said many Johoreans, including himself, prefer flying out from Changi Airport for overseas trips, but recent enforcement has made it nearly impossible.<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;">“A ride from JB to Changi takes about an hour if the Causeway is clear. But now, drivers risk having their cars seized or being investigated just for dropping passengers off there,” he told the Dewan Rakyat.He called on <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/rts2-proposal-gains-support-to-ease-tuas-congestion" target="_blank" style="">Malaysia’s transport and foreign ministers</a> to urgently meet their Singaporean counterparts to find a solution.


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“Johor and Singapore have enjoyed close, strategic ties for decades. If the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone is supposed to bring us closer, why keep barriers like this?” he said.<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;">Puah suggested allowing cross-border e-hailing under strict conditions such as limiting drop-offs to airports and ferry terminals and restricting passengers to Malaysians or foreign residents living in Malaysia.Singapore’s <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/22-nabbed-in-singapore-for-illegal-cross-border-ride-hailing-to-malaysia" target="_blank" style="">Land Transport Authority (LTA) </a>recently said it had no plans to fully open cross-border e-hailing, citing the need to protect local taxi drivers and prevent unlicensed services. <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;"> Currently, only 200 licensed taxis from each side can operate under the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/vep-enforcement-10-singapore-vehicles-fined-within-first-hour-42k-not-active" target="_blank" style="">Cross-Border Taxi Scheme</a>, with pick-ups restricted to designated points.Puah argued smoother cross-border travel would benefit both economies. With the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) set to open in late 2026, he warned that poor planning could shift congestion from the Causeway to city streets.<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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To avoid a traffic nightmare, Puah proposed building two new road links from the RTS terminal, one heading towards Jalan Skudai to disperse traffic north and west, and another towards Jalan Tebrau to channel vehicles eastwards.“These routes would keep thousands of e-hailing cars and private vehicles from flooding JB’s city centre once the RTS starts running,” he was quoted as saying.

Johor MP urges Putrajaya to negotiate lifting Singapore’s e-hailing ban, warning it’s hurting commuters and travellers.

MP Urges Talks To Lift Ban On JB-SG E-Hailing Rides

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856746/conversions/SDAC-Ford-Teaser-(1)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15856746" alt="SDAC-Ford-Teaser-(1).png"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">SDAC Ford has put up a new model teaser at its official website. V6-powered Ford Ranger coming soon?</h6>It appears that <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/auto-connexion-introduces-ford-mobile-service-in-malaysia" target="_blank">Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) Ford</a>, the official importer and distributor of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/ford-ranger-super-duty-bows-in-australia-as-the-most-hardcore-ranger-yet" target="_blank">Ford vehicles</a> in Malaysia, is gearing up for a new model launch. As indicated on its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://ford.simemotors.my/power-redefined" target="_blank">official website</a>, this mysterious new model will be launched later on Aug 23 this year, with a caption that reads, “We're unveiling a machine built to ignite your senses.”<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856747/conversions/SDAC-Ford-Teaser-(2)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15856747" alt="SDAC-Ford-Teaser-(2).png"> On the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://ford.simemotors.my/power-redefined" target="_blank">official landing page</a>, this mysterious new model is being described as “Power redefined,” along with a teaser image of said model, with the only visible bit being its headlights. This clearly indicates that the new model might be a new version or variant of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/launched-ford-ranger-xlt-plus-special-edition-just-300-units-rm143888-each" target="_blank">current-gen Ranger</a> pick-up truck.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856749/conversions/NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_Front-3QTR_static_tarmac-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15856749" alt="NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_Front-3QTR_static_tarmac-1.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856750/conversions/NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_rear-3QTR_static_tarmac-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15856750" alt="NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_rear-3QTR_static_tarmac.jpg"> Prior to this, we <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/ford-ranger-wildtrak-with-v6-diesel-entering-malaysia-soon" target="_blank">reported</a> that SDAC Ford was planning to introduce the V6 diesel-powered version of the Ranger Wildtrak in Malaysia. The V6 Wildtrak is already on sale in other popular right-hand drive (RHD) markets like Australia and Thailand, thus further fuelling said rumour.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856752/conversions/NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_Front-3QTR_static-1-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15856752" alt="NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_Front-3QTR_static-1.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856751/conversions/NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_side-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15856751" alt="NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_side.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Current-gen Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 Diesel</h6>For reference, both the Aussie and Thai-spec Ranger Wildtrak V6 diesel boast a total system output of 250 PS and 600 NM, while being mated to a 10-speed automatic gearbox and a full-time 4x4 driveline.The current Ranger lineup in Malaysia only features two powertrain options, namely the 2.0-litre EcoBlue bi-turbo diesel used on all variants, including Wildtrak, as well as the more potent 3.0-litre EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 petrol used on the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/10/2023-ford-ranger-raptor-launched-in-malaysia-priced-at-myr-259888" target="_blank">Ranger Raptor</a>.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856753/conversions/Caricarz_review_Ford-Ranger-Wildtrak_-(7)-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15856753" alt="Caricarz_review_Ford-Ranger-Wildtrak_-(7).jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856754/conversions/Caricarz_review_Ford-Ranger-Wildtrak_-(35)-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15856754" alt="Caricarz_review_Ford-Ranger-Wildtrak_-(35).jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2.0 Bi-Turbo Diesel</h6>Should SDAC Ford really decide to introduce the V6 diesel variant of the Ranger Wildtrak in Malaysia, we can expect the model to fetch a slightly higher premium over the standard Wildtrak, possibly around the RM200,000 mark. For reference, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/07/review-ford-ranger-wildtrak-all-the-truck-you-want-and-need" target="_blank">2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel Ranger Wildtrak</a> currently retails at RM171,888 on-the-road, with said model fully imported (CBU) from Thailand, just like the rest of the current-gen Ranger lineup.That said, it could be difficult to speculate just how well received this new V6-engined version of the Ranger Wildtrak will be in the local market, given that sales of diesel-powered vehicles have sharply declined since the rationalised diesel fuel price subsidy scheme.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18947/15856777/conversions/NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_Front-3QTR_static-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15856777" alt="NextGenRanger_Wildtrak_Front-3QTR_static.jpg"> Given said circumstances, we’d reckon it’ll be better if SDAC Ford decides to offer the Ranger with other petrol-powered versions, like both the 2.3-litre and 2.7-litre twin-turbo V6 options offered in some markets. But then again, would you prefer your Ranger to be diesel- or petrol-powered?

SDAC Ford has put up a new model teaser at its official website. V6-powered Ford Ranger coming soon?

SDAC Ford Teases New Model – Ford Ranger V6 Coming Soon?

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Low mileage doesn’t always mean a car is “young” and in Malaysia’s used car scene, it could be a trap.Automotive influencer and Johor-based used car dealer Bro Wong claims as many as <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/09/opinion-should-malaysia-apply-stricter-odometer-tampering-laws" target="_blank" style="">70% of used cars on the market have had their mileage rolled back to make them look newer and more valuable.</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;">“It’s an open secret. Dealers buy high-mileage cars cheap, cut the mileage by half or more, then sell for triple the profit. Online, you’ll rarely see a used car listed with over 100,000km,” he said.Some workshops use specialised devices to reset odometers, charging anywhere from RM50 to a few thousand ringgit depending on the car. Wong says <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/experts-urge-used-car-reforms-to-protect-buyers" target="_blank" style="">buyers chasing low mileage deals </a>often fuel the problem, believing it guarantees better condition, when it doesn’t.


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Shady sellers often disguise ageing cars with fresh paint, flashy body kits, and new accessories to mask heavy wear. <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;">“Even seasoned dealers get tricked,” Wong said, noting that younger buyers tend to chase looks over reliability, a choice many regret once the repairs pile up.Federation of Motor and Credit Companies Association of Malaysia president Datuk Tony Khor advised <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/11/used-car-prices-dropping-as-car-prices-expected-to-rise-next-year" target="_blank" style="">checking for wear on steering wheels, brake pedals, and seat cushions. </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;">“If these are worn but mileage is low, something’s wrong. For newer cars, verify mileage at authorised service centres and request full service records," he stated.

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Penang Consumers Association president Mohideen Abdul Kader said breakdown complaints are common, urging buyers to avoid “too good to be true” deals and stick to vehicles with complete maintenance histories. Source: Carsifu.

Up to 70% of used cars in Malaysia may have rolled-back mileage to appear newer and fetch higher prices.

Odometer Tampering Still Rife In Local Used Car Market

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18941/15855171/conversions/IMG-20250809-WA0114x-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15855171" alt="IMG-20250809-WA0114x.jpg"> Following the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/kelantans-rm112-mil-e-buses-delayed-by-technical-glitch" target="_blank">footsteps of Kedah, Kuantan</a> will soon see the launch of the Bas.My bus service under the Stage Bus Service Transformation 2.0 (SBST 2.0) programme, marking the end of Rapid Kuantan’s 13-year run.The new pink buses will begin service on Dec 16, 2025, with operations running under the new concession until 2030. They will take over all current Rapid Kuantan routes, ensuring continuity for passengers.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18941/15855191/conversions/IMG-20250809-WA0116-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15855191" alt="IMG-20250809-WA0116.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18941/15855192/conversions/IMG-20250809-WA0115-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15855192" alt="IMG-20250809-WA0115.jpg"> The fleet will be delivered in stages and equipped with safety features such as CCTV cameras and GPS tracking systems.Rapid Kuantan will maintain its operations until the handover date. The announcement ends months of speculation after the Pahang state assembly was told last year that Rapid Kuantan would cease operations in May 2025. The operator eventually withdrew from the bidding process for SBST 2.0, citing rising operational costs. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18941/15855200/conversions/IMG-20250809-WA0112-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15855200" alt="IMG-20250809-WA0112.jpg"> The SBST 2.0 initiative aims to modernise and improve public bus services nationwide. Kuantan’s switch to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/basmy-launched-with-focus-on-accessibility-and-affordability" target="_blank">Bas.My follows the rollout in Kedah</a>, where the service has already recorded tens of thousands of monthly users since its June launch. Source:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/08/1258571/kuantans-new-pink-basmy-buses-start-operating-dec-16" target="_blank">NewsStraitTimes</a>

Kuantan’s public bus network will transition to Bas.My under the SBST 2.0 programme, thus ending Rapid Kuantan’s 13-year service.

Bas.My Pink Bus Fleet Replaces Rapid Kuantan Starting Dec 16

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18938/15854349/traffic-jam-2-image-source-Hype-MY-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15854349" alt="traffic-jam-2-image-source-Hype-MY.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;">


A proposal to abolish road tax for motorcycles under 150cc, pitched as a way to ease the burden on the B40 group could bring unintended consequences, warns road safety expert Assoc. Prof. Dr. Law Teik Hua of Universiti Putra Malaysia.He says while the move might save riders a small sum, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/rm20-million-allocated-to-upgrade-federal-highway-motorcycle-lanes-kkr" target="_blank" style="">it risks encouraging more motorcycles on the road, adding to congestion, emissions, and accident risks. </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;">“Road tax is not just a fee. It funds road maintenance and upgrades. If we cut it, we reduce the pool of money needed to make our roads safer,” Dr. Law told Sinar Harian.<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;">Instead of abolishing the tax entirely, he suggests targeted reductions for those in genuine financial need. 


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18938/15854350/960708-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15854350" alt="960708.jpg"> 

“If there’s a solid reason, then fine. But removing it completely sends the wrong message. We should be discouraging unnecessary private vehicle use, not promoting it,” he said.The proposal comes as the government invests heavily in public transport projects like the RM68 billion MRT3, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/govt-approves-additional-10000-mylesen-b2-free-motorcycle-licence-slots" target="_blank" style="">aimed at reducing traffic and getting more people out of their cars and bikes.</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;">Malaysia’s public transport usage remains low at 25%, far behind cities like Singapore (67%) and Tokyo (73%). By the end of 2024, the country had 38.7 million registered vehicles, more than its population, including 18.1 million cars and 17.5 million motorcycles.


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18938/15854351/Road_1674046746-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15854351" alt="Road_1674046746.jpg"> 

“This isn’t just about saving a few ringgit in tax,” Dr. Law stressed. “It’s about the bigger picture, which is the future of our transport system and whether we want to keep encouraging private vehicle growth.”

Abolishing road tax for bikes under 150cc may help B40 riders but could worsen traffic, pollution, and accident risks.

Scrapping Road Tax For Bikes Under 150cc Could Backfire - Expert

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18934/15853220/conversions/530356445_18524464477035774_734441273190306000_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15853220" alt="530356445_18524464477035774_734441273190306000_n.jpg"> The Road Transport Department (JPJ) officially launched the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/jpj-unveils-a_a-plate-series-bidding-ends-april-23" target="_blank">special registration number</a> (NPI) series “SIS”. The series commemorates the upcoming Silver Jubilee celebration that marks the 25th anniversary of the reign of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj, the ninth Sultan of Selangor.This commemorative series, carrying the prefix “SIS” - which stands for Sultan Idris Shah - and is being offered to the public through online bidding via the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/new-jpjebid-beta-mobile-app-rolled-out" target="_blank">JPJeBid platform</a>.&nbsp; The initiative celebrates the Sultan’s upcoming milestone year in 2026 and offers motorists the opportunity to own a number plate with historical and symbolic significance. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18934/15853222/conversions/530834836_18396800995136613_4997356383671286028_nd-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15853222" alt="530834836_18396800995136613_4997356383671286028_nd.jpg"> Bidding for the “SIS” series will open on Friday, Aug 15 and will run for five days, closing at 10.00PM on Tuesday, Aug 19, and results will be announced on Wednesday, Aug 20.The bidding process follows the usual terms and conditions outlined on the JPJeBid platform, with minimum prices set for each category - RM20,000 for primary numbers, RM5,000 for premium numbers, RM2,500 for attractive numbers, RM500 for popular numbers and RM300 for regular numbers.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18934/15853223/conversions/SIS1_CarReg.co.uk-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15853223" alt="SIS1_CarReg.co.uk.jpg"> Winning bidders must register their purchased number on a vehicle within 12 months from the date of the official results. Part of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/special-registration-numbers-revenue-does-not-benefit-mot" target="_blank">proceeds from NPI sales</a> will go to a foundation under the patronage of the Sultan of Selangor for charitable activities, including scholarships and emergency aid.Members of the public are invited to participate and secure their preferred number from this exclusive “SIS” series by visiting the JPJeBid website at <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://jpjebid.jpj.gov.my" target="_blank">https://jpjebid.jpj.gov.my</a>.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

JPJ launches SIS plate series honouring Sultan Selangor, bidding runs Aug 15 to 19.

JPJ Unveils “SIS” Plate Series, Bidding Starts Aug 15

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852757/web_TA_CariCarz_review_2025_Proton-X70_-81-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852757" alt="web_TA_CariCarz_review_2025_Proton-X70_-81.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Proton revealed it closed July 2025 by increasing its sales by 22.1% from July 2025 with 13,518 units shifted.</div></h6> National automaker <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/proton-emas-5-six-things-we-learnt-about-p1s-small-ev-hatch" target="_blank">Proton</a> revealed its latest monthly sales figures, and its latest effort sees it close July 2025 on a high with 13,518 units shifted. This marks a sizeable 22.1% increase from the previous month (June 2025) where the group shifted <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/proton-june-2025-sales-drops-to-11361-units" target="_blank">11,069 units.</a>With that, the automaker’s year-to-date (YTD) total sales have now reached 85,674 units. In turn, this sees Proton retain its second-place position in terms of overall national sales. The automaker adds it estimates to hold a 19.2% market share for the month also. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852758/Proton-Saga-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852758" alt="Proton-Saga.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Predictably, the Saga continues to be a top-seller with 6,638 units shifted in July 2025. YTD total sales for the nameplate, on the other hand, now stands as 38,345 units.</div></h6> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/zafrul-protons-turnaround-driven-by-geely-has-emas-ckd-quietly-started" target="_blank">Proton</a> keenly highlighted several best-selling models as key drivers for its July 2025 sales. Predictably, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/2025-proton-saga-details-leaked-new-15-4-cyl-engine-no-mt-dual-screens" target="_blank">Proton Saga</a> continues to be the automaker’s top seller with 6,638 units delivered last month, bringing its nameplate’s YTD total sales up to 38,345 units.After that comes the X50 which, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/2025-proton-x50-facelift-sees-999-units-shifted-in-5-days" target="_blank">as reported,</a> saw 999 units delivered over five days since launch. With its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/06/first-drive-2024-proton-x50-rc-five-things-we-learnt" target="_blank">pre-facelift predecessor,</a> 2,068 units of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/proton-x50-voice-recognition-suite-now-supports-bahasa-malaysia" target="_blank">X50</a> were collectively shifted last month, marking the third time&nbsp;monthly sales of said B-SUV soared past 2,000 units this year. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852759/web_TA_CariCarz_2025-Proton-X50-Price-Launch_-3-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852759" alt="web_TA_CariCarz_2025-Proton-X50-Price-Launch_-3.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Monthly sales of the X50 soared past 2,000 units for the third time this year in July 2025, with the face-lift model seeing 999 units shifted across five days since its launch.</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852760/web_TA_CariCarz_Review_Proton-S70-Flagship-X_-9-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852760" alt="web_TA_CariCarz_Review_Proton-S70-Flagship-X_-9.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852761/web_review_CariCarz_TA_Proton-X90_Flagship_6-Seat_-2-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852761" alt="web_review_CariCarz_TA_Proton-X90_Flagship_6-Seat_-2.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Proton also noted sales of both the S70 and X90 models were strong last month. The former saw 1,404 units shifted last month, and its YTD total now up to 10,750 units.</div></h6> Elsewhere, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/proton-drives-localisation-of-adas-key-components-through-strategic-jvs" target="_blank">Proton</a> singled out both the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/review-proton-x90-flagship-the-perfect-budget-boss-ride" target="_blank">X90</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/08/tested-proton-s70-flagship-x-a-true-bargain-hero-sedan" target="_blank">S70</a> models. The automaker noted how sales of the three-row D-SUV and C-segment sedan charted 229 units and 1,404 units respectively last month. With the latter, its YTD total sales also climbed up to 10,750 units.Putting aside combustion (ICE) models, the national automaker also revelled in the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/proton-emas-7-named-malaysias-best-selling-ev-as-deliveries-break-4000-units" target="_blank">e.MAS 7 named as the market’s best-selling EV.</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/pro-net-opens-three-new-proton-emas-smart-dealerships" target="_blank">Proton</a> notes 706 units of the EV SUV were shifted last month. This brings the nameplate’s YTD total sales up to 4,959 units now. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852762/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-16-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852762" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-16.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852763/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-8-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852763" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-8.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 50%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852764/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Charging-1-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852764" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Charging-1.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852765/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Int-38-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852765" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Int-38.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852766/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Int-3-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852766" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Int-3.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852767/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Int-4-full.jpg" data-media-id="15852767" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Int-4.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 25%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Proton also shifted 706 units of the e.MAS 7 in July 2025, bringing its YTD total sales up to 4,959 units too.</div></h6> Moving to the automaker’s overseas exports, last month saw the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/six-things-we-learnt-about-the-2025-proton-x50-facelift" target="_blank">X50</a> overtake the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/proton-saga-teams-up-with-egyptian-action-star-for-tvc" target="_blank">Saga</a> as its best-seller abroad. Overall, YTD total exports now stands at 2,258 units, thus marking a 44.1% year-on-year (YoY) increase too.With the establishment of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/proton-establishes-new-subsidiary-to-spearhead-and-expand-overseas-exports" target="_blank">Proton International Corporation Sdn Bhd (PICSB)</a> last month, the automaker is poised to ramp up its overseas exports efforts further this year too – the division is eyeing to shift up to 6,000 units for its first year of operations. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/18932/15852768/Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-6-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15852768" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Proton-eMAS7-Premium-Ext-6.jpg">

Proton monthly sales up by 22.1% in July 2025 with 13,518 units shifted, pushing YTD total up to 85,674 units.

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