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3 days ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Sippi Vig |Adam Aubrey |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: Great Wall Motors has recently appointed Roslan Abdullah (former Deputy CEO of Proton) as its Chief Operating Officer, indicating the brand’s strong commitment to becoming a long-term player in Malaysia’s automotive landscape. KEY TAKEAWAYS The GWM Wey 80 is expected to launch in Malaysia by the end of 2025. Yes, the Wey 80 will be locally assembled in Malaysia at the Hicom Pegoh Industrial Park in Melaka, in association with EP Manufacturing (EPMB).
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3 days ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Adam Aubrey |Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) has officially previewed the facelifted fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson, marking one of the brand’s first major model updates under its new principal-led operations. KEY TAKEAWAYS It gets a sharper exterior, EV-inspired twin-screen interior, a new 1.6L hybrid powertrain, and expanded Hyundai SmartSense safety features.
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3 days ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Adam Aubrey |Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: Along with the preview of the all-new Santa Fe and facelift Tucson, Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) has also pulled the wraps off the updated 2025 Hyundai Staria. KEY TAKEAWAYS A new 7-seater Prestige variant, faster powered doors, USB-C ports, and updated Hyundai branding. Yes, it continues to be CKD-assembled in Kulim, Kedah.
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4 days ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Adam Aubrey |Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: In a momentous move, Hyundai is stepping up its game in Malaysia. The Korean carmaker has officially set up Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY), marking a major shift from its previous distributor-led model under Sime Motors to a new, direct principal-led structure. KEY TAKEAWAYS Local production will begin in Q3 2025 at Inokom’s assembly facility in Kedah. Hyundai plans to assemble up to seven models within five years, including ICE and hybrid vehicles.
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5 days ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Adam Aubrey |Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
If you've ever wandered off the beaten path in Malaysia—or even just spent time stuck in traffic behind a muddy truck—you'll know exactly why Toyota reigns supreme here. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Hilux starts from RM104,880, with the GR-S priced at RM173,280. The GR-S packs a 2.8L engine with 224 PS and 550 Nm, paddle shifters, and sporty styling upgrades.
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1 week ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Adam Aubrey |Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Malaysia has rolled out a spec update for the M340i xDrive M Sport Pro, following similar changes made to the 320i and 330i variants introduced at the recent My BMW World 2025 event. KEY TAKEAWAYS New additions include a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Sensatec synthetic leather (replacing Vernasca leather), galvanic control switches, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, and Parking Assistant Plus with 360-degree camera.
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1 week ago | 
zigwheels.my | Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: Boon Siew Honda, the official distributor of Honda motorcycles in Malaysia, has introduced two new captivating shades for the Rebel 500, giving riders more ways to express their style. KEY TAKEAWAYS The 2025 Honda Rebel is priced at RM 33,899 (excluding road tax, insurance and registration). The Honda Rebel comes with a two years or 20,000 km manufacturing warranty, whichever comes first.
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1 week ago | 
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Remember how British journalist Piers Morgan once urged home talent Emma Raducanu to “toughen up”? That, too, at a time when Covid was still a looming danger and people needed to care about their health more than anything else? The incident took place during the 2021 Wimbledon when Raducanu opted to withdraw against Australia’s Ajla Tomljanović in the fourth round. The 22-year-old had difficulty in breathing, but it seemed like the media in the UK was more inclined to results than one’s well-being.
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1 week ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Sippi Vig |Adam Aubrey |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: After years of development and several teasers, the all-new third-gen Nissan Leaf has finally been revealed in its full form. Redesigned from the ground up, the new Leaf is a family-friendly EV crossover that promises a responsive and smooth performance with increased maximum range, enhanced charging speed and a technology suite. KEY TAKEAWAYS The third-gen Nissan Leaf gets a new CMF-EV platform with refreshed styling, improved driving range, and advanced technology.
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1 week ago | 
zigwheels.my | BYD Used Cars |Adam Aubrey |Sippi Vig |Purva Jain
KUALA LUMPUR: One of the country’s most high-profile multisport events, POWERMAN Malaysia, is marking its 20th anniversary this year. KEY TAKEAWAYS The event will run from June 20 to 22, 2025, at Dataran Putrajaya. Organisers are expecting over 4,500 participants from more than 30 countries, making it the biggest turnout in the event’s history.
And once again, OMODA | JAECOO is returning as the presenting partner for what’s billed as the World’s Biggest Duathlon.
