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50% of new government cars are to be EVs by 2025
- The Guidelines on the Transition of Government Vehicles to EVs state that by 2025, 50% of new government cars should be electric vehicles.
- The document was prepared by the natural resources and environmental sustainability ministry with input from various stakeholders.
- The transition strategy includes fleet evaluation, EV selection, charging infrastructure planning, cost analysis, and carbon emission reduction.
- Safety, monitoring, reporting, and training are also prioritized for a smooth transition.
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Mitsubishi Triton now with up to 100% financing from Bank Rakyat – full loan for the Oct-launched truck
- Mitsubishi Triton is now available with 100% financing through Bank Rakyat's 'BRICK' plan.
- The financing deal offers a full loan with zero downpayment.
- Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia is offering two years of free service and fuel rewards for Triton buyers until 2024.
- The Triton is available in five variants, with the range-topping Athlete featuring a powerful 2.4L turbodiesel engine.
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Chery year-end promo – RM11,000 rebate on Omoda E5 EV; lucky draw prize pool worth over RM150,000
- Chery Malaysia is offering up to RM11,000 rebate on the Chery Omoda E5 as part of its year-end promotion campaign.
- There is also a year-end lucky draw with a prize pool worth over RM150,000, where participants can win an Omoda 5, home appliances, a Nintendo Switch, and shopping vouchers.
- To enter the lucky draw, customers need to purchase a new Chery vehicle and ensure their registration details are registered into the Chery system by the dealer.
- The Chery Omoda E5 is an electric vehicle with a 61-kWh battery, 430 km range, 204 PS electric motor, and various safety features covered by warranty.
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Honda and Nissan to start merger talks, in hope to compete with Toyota, Tesla and Chinese EV brands
- Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan are set to enter into talks for a merger, along with the possibility of including Mitsubishi.
- The merger aims to consolidate resources and compete against Tesla and Chinese electric vehicle makers.
- The plan involves signing a memorandum of understanding for equity stakes in a new holding company.
- If the merger is successful, the combined group would have an annual volume of 6.7 million units.
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My50 monthly pass renewals not available from Dec 23 to Jan 31, 2025 – commuters can purchase new passes
- Renewals of the My50 monthly pass will be temporarily suspended from December 23 till January 31, 2025.
- The suspension is to allow for system upgrades to support the growing use of the unlimited travel pass.
- Existing users can only buy a new pass after their current one expires.
- Users of My50 pass will no longer be required to use their MyKad from next year.
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2025 Mini JCW Electric, JCW Aceman priced for Australia
- Mini Australia announces pricing for the Mini JCW Electric and JCW Aceman.
- Mini JCW Electric starts from $63,990 before on-road costs.
- JCW Aceman starts from $65,990 before on-road costs.
- Both models share similar powertrains with petrol JCW hatchbacks and offer sporty features and equipment.
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Proton eMas 7 to be launched in Singapore in early 2025 – Vincar Group given distributorship of EV brand
- Proton's eMas 7 electric vehicles will be launched in Singapore in early 2025.
- Vincar Group has been appointed as the official distributor for Proton in Singapore.
- The eMas 7 will be available for sale at a flagship showroom in Leng Kee automotive belt.
- Singapore is among the few countries to welcome the eMas 7, along with Trinidad and Tobago, Nepal, Mauritius, and Brunei.
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Hyundai Partners Google To Integrate Maps And Android Auto
- Hyundai Motor Group has partnered with Google to integrate Google Maps into Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles.
- The collaboration aims to enhance navigation and infotainment by utilizing Google Maps Platform's Places API.
- Hyundai Motor Group plans to implement the Android Automotive Operating System across its vehicles by 2026.
- Kia drivers in North America will be the first to benefit from the enhanced Google Maps features.
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Proton eMas 7 will not be only vehicle used for ASEAN 2025; other EVs too, gov’t fleet to go electric in stages
- The recently-launched Proton eMas 7 will be the official car of Malaysia’s ASEAN 2025 Chairmanship, but other EVs will be used as well.
- Government vehicles in Malaysia will transition to EVs in stages starting next year, based on needs and the finance ministry's decision.
- The Guidelines on the Transition of Government Vehicles to EVs is a guide document prepared by the NRES ministry and aims to make EVs comprise half of the government fleet.
- The transition strategy includes fleet evaluation, EV selection, charging infrastructure planning, cost analysis, carbon emission reduction, and emphasis on safety, monitoring, reporting, and training.
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Honda, Nissan plotting merger as EV competition rises – report
- Japanese carmakers Honda and Nissan are reportedly considering a merger as the competition in the electric vehicle (EV) sector increases.
- The potential merger aims to help both carmakers stay competitive amidst the rising sales of more affordable EV rivals.
- Honda and Nissan, along with Mitsubishi, would form one of the largest auto groups in the world as part of the merger.
- The collaboration would involve sharing technologies and components for vehicle electrification and intelligence.
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RollAway’s electric ‘Suite on Wheels’ now available to rent
- RollAway, a Silicon Valley startup, is offering luxury 'stays on wheels' with fully-equipped electric vans.
- Reservations for RollAway's first-generation 'Suite on Wheels' are now open for 2025, indicating a potential new trend in glamping.
- The rental experience includes an environmentally friendly BrightDrop electric van with 270 miles of range, expansive windows, and a panoramic roof.
- The interior features a fully-equipped kitchen, living room/sleeping area, bathroom, and amenities like virtual concierge and Starlink Satellite Wi-Fi.
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Honda Prelude: Auto, hybrid coupe timing confirmed for key markets – but not Australia
- Honda has confirmed the launch of the reborn Honda Prelude in key markets including Europe and the US.
- The Prelude will be offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain and automatic transmission.
- Honda has not confirmed the model for Australia yet.
- The Prelude will feature Honda's new S+ Shift technology, simulating the sound and feel of quick automatic gear changes.
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The Road to Autonomy: A Tech Strategist and Investor’s View on the State of Self-Driving Cars
- Fully self-driving cars dominating city streets remain just out of reach due to regulatory barriers, safety concerns, and complexities in scaling technology. Waymo, Tesla, and Zoox operate at Level 4 autonomy. Full autonomy, Level 5, is still the ultimate goal. Better sensors like LiDAR, cameras, and radar have significantly improved how cars perceive their surroundings. The leap towards connectivity and autonomy was anticipated by Microsoft which launched Microsoft Connected Vehicle Platform (MCVP) in 2016. Supporting tech companies in the self-driving ecosystem include Foretellix which raised $85 million recently to develop a platform that verifies and validates autonomous systems.
- AI powers nearly every aspect of self-driving and processes inputs from sensors, predicts behavior of vehicles and pedestrians, handles voice commands inside the cabin and plans paths. Companies have used different AI techniques to develop self-driving. Cost and regulation are the major hurdles to overcome. High-end sensors can cost tens of thousands per vehicle, rendering it hard to scale the technology. Governments need to ensure public safety while promoting innovation. Consumer trust will take time to establish, but the benefits are significant with reduced congestion, improved mobility and even altering car ownership.
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When EV chargers are expected to be busiest this holiday period
- Electric vehicle (EV) charging firm Evie Networks predicts Saturday, December 21 and Sunday, December 22 to be the busiest days on the road during the holiday season.
- Evie has increased its Australian network to 732 bays across 278 sites to cope with the surge in demand.
- A new partnership between Evie and the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ) offers discounts to RACQ members for charging at Evie's stations.
- Evie's rival, Chargefox, added NRMA's charging stations to its smartphone application to expand its charging network.
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New Plug-in-Hybrid Aston Martin Valhalla Matches the Corvette ZR1’s 1064-hp, Costs $1 Million
- Aston Martin has unveiled its plug-in Hybrid Valhalla hypercar, which matches the Corvette ZR1's 1,064-hp and costs $1 million.
- The Valhalla features a 4.0L V8 engine sending 817 horsepower to the rear axle, while the front wheels are powered by electric motors.
- The hybrid powertrain consists of a twin-turbo V8, three electric motors, and a liquid-cooled 6.0-kWh battery pack.
- Aston Martin plans to produce only 999 Valhallas with an estimated base price of $1 million each.
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