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iCaur V23 Gets Local Assembly in Malaysia at RM132,780
The all-electric SUV retains the equipment and tax-free price of its imported version, and will be shown at ACE 2026 in Selangor.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-09
Chery Offers RM18,000 Off Tiggo 9 at Malaysia’s ACE 2026
The rebate takes the seven-seat flagship SUV to RM179,800, while the Tiggo 8 PHEV will be offered with an extended 10-year battery warranty.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-09
Chinese cars in Malaysia this week: an Omoda 5 loses its rear suspension, two years after a similar failure
A Chery Omoda 5 was left stranded in Johor Bahru with its rear suspension on the road, reviving a 2024 inspection campaign. Elsewhere it was a week of show offers, a possible Li Auto entry and Geely-badged cars leaving Proton's plant.
ZhongAuto (Malaysia) · 2026-10-09
Dongfeng 007 Gets RM8,888 Show Discount at Malaysia’s ACE 2026
The electric sedan’s Premium and Prime versions will be offered with a free wallbox at the October 31–November 1 event.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-08
Omoda 5 Loses Rear Assembly in Malaysia; Cause Remains Unknown
A March 6 incident in Johor Bahru recalls a 2024 inspection campaign covering 600 Omoda 5 SUVs, but Chery has not confirmed whether the cases are connected.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-10-08
Chery Omoda 5 Loses Rear Axle in Malaysia; Link to Past Campaign Unconfirmed
A rear suspension assembly separated from an Omoda 5 in Johor Bahru on October 6. The cause and any connection to Chery’s 2024 safety campaign remain unknown.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-08
Li Auto Seeks Malaysia General Manager as Local Entry Speculation Builds
A recruitment listing points to preparations for a possible Malaysian presence, while the right-hand-drive Li Mega is emerging as a potential first model.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-08
Thailand Promo Cuts BYD Atto 3 Premium to ฿609,900
A two-day offer on October 10–11 brings the locally assembled electric SUV’s Premium trim down by ฿60,000; the discounted Extended trim is listed as out of stock.
Autolife Thailand (Thailand) · 2026-10-08
Rapid Penang Begins Real-World Trials of Two Electric Buses
The Malaysian operator is assessing buses from Foton and Golden Dragon as it prepares a phased shift from diesel vehicles.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-08
Jetour T2 i-DM Offers at Malaysia’s ACE 2026 Expo
The plug-in hybrid SUV starts at RM162,000, with early-buyer benefits and booking incentives available around the October 31–November 1 event.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-07
Zeekr 7X starts at RM193,800 with free wallbox and service at ACE 2026
Zeekr will offer the electric SUV at Malaysia’s October 31–November 1 expo with a complimentary AC wallbox and two years of maintenance.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-07
Zeekr Brings Full Lineup and 9X Flagship to Kuala Lumpur Roadshow
The October 7–11 Bangsar Shopping Centre event features on-site test drives and Malaysian pricing for several models, while the plug-in hybrid 9X is shown ahead of its planned launch.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-07
Dongfeng Brings Vigo and 007 EVs to Seremban Roadshow
The October 5–11 Palm Mall event features both models, with discounts of up to RM8,888 and prices starting at RM108,888.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-07
iCaur Offers Malaysia Test-Drive Draw at Puchong Pop-Up
Visitors who drive an iCaur at the IOI Mall Puchong stand from October 1 to 31 can enter a nationwide prize draw, with the locally assembled V23 iWD among the vehicles on offer.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-07
Chery Tiggo Cross Sport Edition Debuts in Malaysia at RM83,800
The Turbo-based special edition adds exterior bodywork while retaining the standard powertrain and equipment.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-07