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MG Motor Malaysia has achieved a landmark accomplishment by emerging as the leading market for the MG Cyberster in the Asia and Oceania region. This milestone follows a wave of enthusiasm that has surrounded the nation’s first encounter with the fully electric roadster since its launch in December 2024.

The MG Cyberster, the world’s first all-electric convertible sports car featuring scissor doors, has ignited widespread excitement among both media and motorists across Malaysia. With its blend of heritage-inspired design and high-voltage performance, the Cyberster has redefined the electric vehicle landscape, making open-top, zero-emission driving an aspirational reality for Malaysian enthusiasts.

Public interest rapidly escalated after the car’s unveiling, with test drive sessions and appearances at major roadshows drawing attention to its distinctive styling and dynamic capabilities. Within a short span, MG Motor Malaysia secured over 90 confirmed orders for the Cyberster, placing the country at the forefront of regional sales and positioning Malaysia as the highest performing market for the model across Asia and Oceania.

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The JAECOO J7 has become one of the most talked about SUV in the country ever since it was launched. And rightfully so. 

The J7 is undeniably an attractive car, designed in-house with a focus on rugged aesthetics with modern clean lines. 

The interior is not only easy on the eye but it is also modern as well, with a large infotainment screen, advanced technologies, and space for five adults and their luggage. 

The fact that it is also great to drive simply makes it more appealing to a wide array of buyers. 

Talking about a wide array of buyers, the JAECOO J7 is available in two variants, one that is powered by an internal combustion engine and another that is a plug-in hybrid. It can also be had either as a two-wheel or all-wheel-drive format.

The two powertrain options makes it appealing to almost any type of buyer. You can find our extensive drive review here

So the fact that the JAECOO J7 is highly in-demand at the moment is, well, unsurprising. 

But is there ever a good time to buy a JAECOO J7? Besides the fact that the best time is always now, JAECOO Malaysia is also offering Merdeka Exclusive offers happening for the entire month of August. And for the first time ever, the company is also organising the Omoda & JAECOO Carnival and Merdeka Campaign. 

This is a great time to be up close and personal with all Omoda & JAECOO cars. 

If you have been thinking of buying a JAECOO J7 but have been waiting for the perfect time, well the time has arrived. Some of the Merdeka exclusives include:

  1. JAECOO J7 AWD: 0.7% Interest Rate* or 7 Years Free Service*
  2. JAECOO J7 2WD:  0.8% Interest Rate* or 5 Years Free Service and Maintenance*
  3. JAECOO J7 PHEV: 10 years or 1,000,000km warranty on the battery*

*T&C Apply. 

Taking place on the 21st until the 24th of August at Desa ParkCity, Car Park 3, the carnival promises to be a “weekend of style, thrill and family fun – where innovation meets excitement”. 

So save the date in your calendar, and below are the dates and the location once again for your ease of reference:

Date: 21-24 August, 2025

Time: Desa ParkCity, Car Park 3

JAECOO J7

Omoda C9

SAIC Motor has officially commenced pre-sales for the latest iteration of the MG4, signalling a bold upgrade to its compact electric hatchback portfolio. With prices starting from ¥73,800 (approximately RM48,100), the new model is available in four variants at launch, while a fifth, featuring a revolutionary semi-solid-state battery, is scheduled for a price reveal in September ahead of deliveries by the end of 2025.

Positioned as one of the first mass-market vehicles globally to offer a semi-solid-state battery, the MG4 aims to reshape consumer expectations in the affordable EV segment. The battery, which has passed stringent three-directional needle penetration safety tests without smoke emissions, delivers improved low-temperature performance, boosting safety and battery longevity. SAIC has invested around ¥500 million (around RM325.7 million) in developing a new aluminium-rare earth alloy battery structure. The material, which incorporates lanthanum and cerium, enhances thermal resistance and structural strength.

Technologically advanced, the MG4 introduces a sophisticated in-car experience supported by a 15.6-inch 2.5K floating touchscreen and powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8155 chip. A new partnership with Oppo debuts the MG×Oppo Smart Mobility System, enabling comprehensive smartphone integration. This includes digital key access, AI-driven voice commands, app mirroring, and compatibility with Android, Apple, Huawei, Xiaomi and more. Upcoming over-the-air updates will introduce functionalities like remote smartphone-based parking and uninterrupted walking-to-driving navigation transitions.

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MG Motor Malaysia is extending its reach to the southern region with its inaugural roadshow in Johor Bahru, offering the public a hands-on experience with its growing line-up of stylish, technology-forward vehicles. The “Dare to Love” MG Roadshow is set to take place from 6 to 10 August 2025 at North Court, Ground Floor, The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey, and will welcome visitors daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

This marks MG’s debut roadshow in Johor Bahru, and the brand is putting its best foot forward by featuring a striking array of vehicles. Among the highlights are the MG5 sedan, the fully electric MG S5 EV SUV, and the headline-grabbing MG Cyberster, a fully electric roadster that has drawn significant attention for its dynamic styling and performance credentials.

Beyond static displays, attendees will be able to experience MG’s engineering and technology firsthand through test drives of several key models, including the MG5, MG4, MG HS, the new MG S5 EV, and the highly anticipated MG Cyberster.

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Neta Auto has reinstated full wage payments at its Tongxiang factory as of July 2025, suggesting the electric vehicle maker is making cautious strides towards stabilising operations amidst ongoing bankruptcy restructuring. The development comes after a prolonged period of financial distress that saw mass layoffs, suspended production, and months of unpaid employee salaries.

The update was disclosed by the court-appointed administrator overseeing the restructuring of Hozon New Energy, Neta’s parent company, on 4 August 2025. Hozon is currently in the process of soliciting strategic investors to support its revival, having formally entered bankruptcy reorganisation proceedings in June this year. To facilitate capital inflow, the company opened a pre-registration platform via Alibaba’s asset disposal site on 10 July. Since then, 47 interested parties have expressed formal interest, with potential investors required to place a 50 million yuan (around RM32,500,000) deposit by 15 September 2025.

The identities of the 47 entities that have expressed interest in investing in Hozon New Energy Automobile are not publicly disclosed.

Neta’s financial instability came to a head earlier in 2025, following months of liquidity problems that culminated in delayed salary payments dating back to November 2024. At its peak, the crisis saw the company halve its workforce, with factory staff reduced to receiving partial or minimum payments of just above 2,000 yuan. A viral video in early June captured the rising tensions as employees confronted Neta Chairman Fang Yunzhou at the firm’s Shanghai office, demanding their overdue wages.

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Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET), the electric mobility arm of national carmaker Proton, has launched a nationwide roadshow to introduce the highly anticipated Proton e.MAS 5, the second model in the brand’s e.MAS electric vehicle (EV) series. The initiative, branded as the MISI 5 Tour, will run from August to October 2025, covering five key regions across Malaysia, including both Peninsular and East Malaysia.

The Proton e.MAS 5, aimed at urban first-time EV users, young professionals, and families, is expected to offer Malaysians an affordable entry point into sustainable mobility. Designed with real-world utility in mind, the e.MAS 5 promises practicality, efficiency, and advanced technology, characteristics PRO-NET intends to highlight through this public engagement campaign.

PRO-NET Chief Executive Officer Zhang Qiang noted that while the Proton e.MAS 7 has already become Malaysia’s top-selling EV, the best way to generate confidence and excitement around the upcoming e.MAS 5 is through direct public interaction. He explained that the roadshow will allow Malaysians to inspect the vehicle, interact with product specialists, and experience how the car fits into everyday life scenarios.

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