Trump revokes Biden order that set 50% EV target for 2030
The 50% target, which was not legally binding, won the support of US and foreign automakers.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Hanoi declared world's most polluted city, authorities seek action
So far Hanoi has a target for at least 50% of buses and 100% of taxis to be EVs by 2030.
Sat Jan 04 2025
Behind a potential Honda and Nissan tie-up, the existential threat posed by Chinese EVs
In the case of Honda and Nissan's potential merger, it is mostly defensive as Chinese rivals take the world by storm.
Sat Dec 21 2024
Electric vehicle fires: How worried should we really be?
Improved EV performance means bigger batteries, posing greater fire safety risks, especially in indoor spaces.
Sun Dec 08 2024
Malaysia’s strategic EV pivot amid Trump’s tariff threats, global economic shifts
Malaysia's energy mix still depends heavily on natural gas and coal for electricity generation.
Thu Dec 05 2024
EV charging stations to double to 4,000 next year - DPM Fadillah
DPM Fadillah Yusof says one approach to sustainability is focusing on the energy sector, including EVs.
Tue Oct 29 2024
China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia
By 2030, Thailand aims to convert 30% of its annual production of 2.5 million vehicles into EVs, according to a government plan.
Thu Jul 04 2024
How is Southeast Asia's charge to EVs going?
Who's leading the race to develop electric vehicles in Southeast Asia? The answer is complicated.
Sun Nov 26 2023
Giving transport the spark it needs
Making the switch to more electric vehicles on our roads is a key part of decarbonising transport and reaching net zero emissions.
Sat Nov 25 2023
New Road Tax structure for electric vehicles in the works - Loke
The Transport Ministry (MOT) is working on a new road tax structure for electric vehicles (EVs), said minister Anthony Loke.
Tue May 16 2023
Southeast Asia lags in electric vehicles. Can it catch up?
Slow progress on developing affordable EVs among Southeast Asia's main manufacturers have held back the region, analysts said.
Sat Feb 25 2023
Issues on LCS project, policies to promote EV among focus of Dewan Rakyat today
MITI's policy to encourage the use of EVs and the additional charging points for EVs nationwide will also be brought up.
Mon Feb 20 2023
MITI wants more affordable electric vehicles brought into the country
MITI is encouraging the introduction of more affordable electric vehicles (EVs) in Malaysia in order to advance the country's EV industry.
Sat Feb 18 2023
Govt to look into ways to bring in affordable EVs - Nik Nazmi
The government will look into ways to bring affordable EVs priced less than RM100,000 into the local market to benefit the people.
Wed Dec 14 2022
MOSTI: EVs a viable alternative towards achieving climate ambitions
EVs have emerged as a top viable automotive alternative towards achieving climate ambitions and ensuring a liveable planet, said MOSTI Deputy Minister, Datuk Ahmad Amzad Hashim.
Wed Sep 28 2022
Trump announces 'DOGE' advisory group, attracting instant lawsuits
'DOGE' is run by Elon Musk and has grandiose goals of eliminating entire federal agencies and cutting three quarters of federal govt jobs.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Trump announces purge of over 1,000 Biden appointees
The step is likely to reignite concerns that the president aims to replace Biden appointees with individuals faithful to his agenda.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Trump revokes Biden executive order on addressing AI risks
Trump revokes Biden's 2023 order aimed at reducing AI risks to consumers, workers, and national security.
Tue Jan 21 2025
3M campaign concludes with financial literacy drive in Penang
The event marks the culmination of a series of initiatives aimed at promoting financial literacy and practical money management skills.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Trump curtails protections around diversity, LGBTQ rights
President Donald Trump orders that the United States will officially recognise only two sexes, male and female.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Childcare centre torched in latest antisemitic attack in Australia
It was the second antisemitic attack on property in four days in Sydney and comes amid a spate of similar crimes targeting Jewish community.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Musk's hand gesture during Trump inauguration festivities draws scrutiny
Elon Musk dismisses criticism of the hand gesture as a "tired" attack.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Hamas says next hostages will be released on Saturday as scheduled
Hamas is set to release the more than 90 hostages over the coming weeks as part of a complex ceasefire deal reached with Israel this month.
Tue Jan 21 2025
KTMB introduces special 'Excursion' train service for CNY
There will be two special round trips with 792 tickets offered for the special train connecting KL Sentral Station and Butterworth Station.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Malaysia seeks gag order on talk of jailed ex-PM's bid to reveal royal document
The AG seeks gag order to ban public discussion on Najib's judicial review claim of serving prison sentence under house arrest.
Tue Jan 21 2025