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Paydibs strengthens DuitNow QR support with direct PayNet integration
Paydibs has announced that it is now a direct participant of Payments Network Malaysia (PayNet) for DuitNow QR acceptance. Previously, it has offered DuitNow QR acceptance to merchants nationwide through third-party arrangements with strategic partners. However, this latest direct integration with PayNet marks a significant infrastructure upgrade, allowing Paydibs to connect directly to the national DuitNow QR network.This also builds on Paydibs’ earlier direct integration w…
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MITI’s EV policy flip-flop raises bigger questions than just protecting Proton | Let’s Talk About #143
Malaysia’s EV industry is facing major uncertainty again following MITI’s latest policy changes for fully imported (CBU) electric vehicles.Starting 1st July 2026, imported EVs will need to meet stricter requirements including a minimum RM200,000 CIF value and at least 180kW (241hp) of power output. In reality, this effectively pushes the selling price floor to over RM300,000, potentially wiping out a large number of mainstream sub-RM150,000 EV options currently available in …
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Vibe Mobile is U Mobile’s latest MVNO partner for 5G services
U Mobile has announced a new Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) partnership with Vibe Mobile allowing the new mobile service brand to tap into U Mobile’s 4G and 5G network infrastructure in Malaysia.According to the orange telco, they will provide Vibe Mobile, a new MVNO by Elite Links (M) Sdn Bhd, access to its “next generation” 4G and 5G network, including support for data, domestic and international services, as well as roaming capabilities.The partnership allows Vibe…
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Denza B8 to debut in Malaysia this month
Denza B8 will be making its first public appearance in Malaysia on 22 May at Bangsar Shopping Centre. According to Denza Malaysia, the new plug-in hybrid SUV will be at the Main Concourse area of the shopping mall throughout the entire weekend, until 24 May 2026.Once launched in Malaysia, the B8 will become Denza’s second offering in our market after the D9 electric MPV was released in Malaysia last February. BYD Malaysia has previously said that it is also planning to launc…
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Malaysia EV registrations more than double in April 2026, over 20,000 registered in four months
Malaysia’s electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to accelerate in 2026, supported by a wider range of models and increasing consumer interest due to the ongoing Middle East crisis. According to the latest JPJ vehicle registration data, a total of 5,894 EVs were registered in April 2026, representing a 103.8% increase year-on-year compared to 2,892 units recorded in April 2025.This strong performance comes alongside signs of recovery in the overall car market. Total Indust…
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MITI says EVs won’t become more expensive, but can Malaysia’s CKD industry fill the gap?
Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister (MITI) Sim Tze Tzin says claims that electric vehicles (EVs) will become unaffordable under Malaysia’s new CBU EV policy are “inaccurate”.According to Sim, several Chinese brands including Zeekr are planning local assembly (CKD) operations in Malaysia, which means consumers will still have access to affordable EVs despite tighter rules for fully imported (CBU) models.Under the new CBU EV rules which take effect from 1 July 2026,…
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SoyaCincau x Dongfeng: We’re taking over Sepang for Malaysia’s biggest EV Track Day for 2026
Remember the smell of silent speed? In 2025, we made history at Sepang with Malaysia’s first-ever public EV-only track day. We saw 30 EVs silence the sceptics, proving that electric cars aren’t just for the mall crawl, they’re for the apex. We watched a Tesla Model 3 Performance rip a 2:34.344 lap, while Amin pushed a bone-stock Hyundai Ioniq 5 N to a blistering 2:37.991.It was proof that the electric revolution has a soul, and it’s fast.But the electric revolution is just ge…
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