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Usage Of Smartphones With Hands-Free Kit Not Against The Law

If drivers swipe or touch the display screen to make or receive phone calls, they are not breaking the law as long as they are using hands-free kits or holders for their smartphones.

This is in order with rule 17A of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 which states that the use of a mobile phone while operating a vehicle is prohibited except while using a hands-free kit or holder.

According to Commissioner Datuk Seri Mat Kasim Karim of the Federal Police’s Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department, it is against the law for drivers to use phones while their vehicles are moving or while stopped at a stoplight or in traffic congestion. Drivers are seen as still being in “active driving mode” under such circumstances, he claimed.

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2024 Mercedes-AMG GLC Models Unveiled With Up to 671hp

Following the recent introduction of the new Mercedes GLC and GLC Coupe, the German carmaker today unveiled the AMG versions of those two SUVs. The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 and the 2025 GLC63 S E Performance are two of the GLC’s most powerful variants to date.

The GLC43, which combines a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine with an integrated starter generator to create 416 horsepower, continues to be the “base” AMG of the group. The starting generator offers an extra 13 horsepower while operating at lower speeds.

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Honda City Facelift Now Open For Bookings

The City, which is Honda Malaysia’s best-selling model, will be introduced with a facelifted version that is now available for reservations at all Honda dealerships in Malaysia. The new City is anticipated to make its debut in Malaysia in Q3 2023.

Since its release, the 5th generation City has sold more than 68,600 copies, and in the first half of 2023, Honda has sold more than 10,000 units. This iconic Honda model has undoubtedly established itself as Malaysians’ pick in its market class.

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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Gets A Bold Boxy Design

Hyundai’s midsize SUV, now in its fifth generation, offers unique lighting with a “H” theme. The completely revamped Hyundai Santa Fe also has square wheel arches and 21-inch alloy wheels with 245/45 R21 tyres for a more robust appearance.

While the tailgate is decorated with the Hyundai emblem and large “Santa Fe” writing, the taillights are fairly low and feature the same “H” theme as the front. While Hyundai has not yet released any technical details, it has stated that the wheelbase has been lengthened.

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Ranger Training Experience: Unleash The Full Potential Of Your Trucks!

Owners of Ford Ranger or Ranger Raptor cars in Sabah can now register for the Ranger Training Experience, which is scheduled to begin on July 23, 2023, at the Likas Complex Area in Kota Kinabalu from 9:30am to 2:30pm.

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole Ford distributor in Malaysia, is organising the training event as part of Ford Ranger Getaways. It seeks to give owners a fun method to discover and research the talents of their Rangers or Raptors.

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Mitsubishi Shuts Down Operations In China

After years of dismal sales in a market that is fast shifting to electric vehicles, Mitsubishi Motors has paused its China operations indefinitely and will lay off personnel.

According to a business document distributed on Chinese social media on Wednesday, the manufacturer said that its existing line-up had been negatively impacted by China’s switch to cleaner vehicles and that sales had fallen well short of projections.

The memo’s contents were validated by a representative of Mitsubishi’s regional partner Guangzhou Automobile Group. Both automakers stated that all parties were striving to “optimise the employee structure” and that they would do all possible to protect the affected employees’ legal rights.

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