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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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MITI’s CBU EV ruling will wipe out current EV lineup from BYD, iCaur, Mini, Smart, Toyota, and more
The Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) dropped a bombshell on the local EV market yesterday by announcing yet another change to the policy surrounding fully-imported (CBU) EVs.This time around, the new policy dictates that the CBU EV would need to meet a minimum Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) value of RM200,000. Industry estimates suggest that an RM200,000 CIF value could realistically translate into a final retail selling price exceeding RM300,000 after …
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vivo Malaysia Expands X300 Series with X300 Ultra and X300 FE dubbed the Concert Duo
This post is brought to you by vivo.vivo Malaysia has officially announced the expansion of its flagship photography lineup with the introduction of the vivo X300 Ultra and vivo X300 FE. Co-engineered with ZEISS, these two devices are positioned as the Ultimate Concert Duo, offering users a choice between high-end cinematic performance and compact, pro-level imaging.The vivo X300 Ultra: A Dedicated Cinematic PowerhouseDesigned for creators who require granular control, the X…
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MITI increases minimum CBU EV price to RM300K? Imported EVs with 240hp and below not allowed?
Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry’s (MITI) electric vehicle (EV) policy debacle continues with yet another new ruling that’s expected to be imposed on fully imported (CBU) EVs in the second half of the year.Besides the ongoing issue affecting BYD’s local assembly plans in Tanjung Malim, it appears that MITI is increasing barriers for Malaysians to buy fully imported EVs in a move that aims to protect local players, including brands with existing CKD facilities.Accor…
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