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Ketahui cara dapatkan Geran Kereta anda yang hilang di JPJ atau JPJ Kiosk

Penting sangat ke nak ada geran kereta ni?

Dalam kata ringkas, anggaplah geran kereta ini seperti sijil kelahiran anda. Geran adalah pendaftaran sebuah kereta yang dikeluarkan oleh pihak Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ). Ia adalah untuk merekod kereta dengan pemiliknya serta tarikh pendaftaran. Selalunya, ia sangat penting kalau anda ingin menjual kereta anda. 

Jadi, kalau geran kereta hilang, apa yang perlu anda buat? Boleh ke buat geran kereta online? Maaf, buat masa sekarang tiada permohonan online. Anda hanya boleh memohon geran kereta baru di JPJ atau Kiosk JPJ. Manakala untuk salinan geran kereta online, anda boleh emel ke pihak bank di tempat anda membuat pinjaman kereta sahaja. Sebelum anda ke JPJ, pastikan anda telah menyediakan dokumen lengkap.Akan tetapi ia bergantung kepada siapa yang memohon sama ada pemilik atau waris.  Bagi geran motor yang belum habis bayar pinjaman, dimana motor berumur kurang 2 tahun, terdapat penambahan syarat. 

Info lanjut boleh dilihat di bawah : 

Pemilik Asal

Borang Senarai Semak Salinan Geran

Dua salinan borang JPJ K7 yang perlu diisi

Kad pengenalan pemilik asal

Surat kebenaran daripada bank atau institusi kewangan (jikalau pemilik motosikal mempunyai tuntutan hak milik kurang 2 tahun)

Wakil Syarikat atau Agensi Kerajaan

Borang Senarai Semak Salinan Geran

Dua salinan borang JPJ K7 yang perlu diisi

Surat pengesahan rasmi dari Agensi Kerajaan, Pertubuhan atau Syarikat

Surat kebenaran daripada bank atau institusi kewangan (jikalau pemilik motosikal mempunyai tuntutan hak milik kurang 2 tahun)

Waris

Borang Senarai Semak Salinan Geran

Dua salinan borang JPJ K7 yang perlu diisi

Salinan Kad pengenalan pemilik asal

Salinan Kad pengenalan waris

Surat sokongan dari pemilik untuk ketidakhadiran

Bukti pemilik kenderaan mempunyai hubungan dengan waris serta diberi kuasa untuk membuat permohonan

Sekiranya pemilik meninggal, waris perlu tandatangan borang JPJ K7 yang ditetapkan oleh pihak Mahkamah atau Pesaka kecil dalam Surat Pentadbiran atau Surat Probate dari Amanah Raya Berhad.

Surat kebenaran daripada bank atau institusi kewangan (jikalau pemilik motosikal mempunyai tuntutan hak milik kurang 2 tahun)

Ketahui cara-cara memohon geran kereta baru di bawah, untuk Kiosk hanya terpakai untuk pemilik sahaja:

Cara dapatkan geran kereta di JPJ

Pastikan anda membawa semua dokumen yang disenaraikan sebelum ini. Bawa ke pejabat JPJ dan beritahu anda kehilangan geran kereta dan tunggu giliran. Selepas itu, anda boleh kemukakan dokumen dan membuat pengesahan kad pengenalan dan cap jari. Kemudian anda akan mendapat geran original yang baru. 

Cara dapatkan geran kereta Di Kiosk JPJ

Cara paling senang, tanpa menunggu giliran, hanya perlu menggunakan mesin sahaja kerana ianya mesin layan diri. Tetapi untuk ini, hanya pemilik sahaja dibenarkan. Pastikan anda membawa kad pengenalan original anda kerana anda perlu memasukkan kad pengenalan di dalam mesin beserta pengesahan cap jari. Semudah itu, anda dapat print geran kereta di Kiosk JPJ. Di sini anda bukan dapat salinan geran kereta tapi anda akan mendapat geran kereta original yang baru.

Anda ingin menjual atau membeli kereta? Pastikan geran kereta berada di tangan anda sebelum menjual atau setelah membeli untuk memastikan proses pemindahan hak milik bergerak lancar. Jom beli atau jual kereta di website kami di sini.

Carlist.my managed to get some early seat time in the all-new and much anticipated 6th-generation Honda CR-V. Launching in Malaysia as a 2024 model, we (myself alongside other media reps) sampled 2 variants with both the e:HEV hybrid powertrain as well as the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol unit across 3 days in northern Thailand.

This is what I came away with after that experience. You can think of this as the more word-heavy companion to the ‘first drive’ video I’ve linked to below, hence the identical title:

First, some context on positioning. Apart from the Civic Type R sold at an eye-watering RM400k and only obtainable (for now) via a raffle system, this incoming CR-V will be the flagship of Honda Malaysia’s lineup.

Expected to cost a good chunk of change more than the outgoing model, especially with the addition of a more complex i-MMD plonked into the range-topping RS variant, the CR-V repeats the push upmarket that we’ve seen in other Honda models in recent years.

In case you didn’t know, the Honda CR-V’s now iconic acronym stands for: ‘Comfortable Runabout Vehicle’. Now by this 6th major evolution, it has cemented itself as – more or less – the world’s ‘default’ urban SUV, a crown it begrudgingly shares with the Toyota RAV4, particularly in North America.

Exterior Design

Speaking of that part of the world, the all-new CR-V really does wear its American cues (Canadian, more accurately, since much of its design was done there) on its sleeve. I’ve heard plenty of comparisons with other cars from other makes, and can definitely see some clear Volvo V60/XC60 resemblance from the rear, especially in white.

That said, to me this Honda has an atypically Ford Explorer-like vibe to its overall proportions and design. Its bonnet is rather flat and long, the A-pillar is pushed that much more rearward, and it has a more masculine stance that parallels the design shift between the Civic FC and Civic FE.

Overall, a handsome object that should put even the Mazda CX-5 (and CX-8?) on notice. One thing I do feel is a bit of a misstep here is the omission of the CR-V’s 19-inch wheel option at the high end as seeing it on Thai roads did stir up some envy.

Surely the 18-inch alloys coming to the Malaysia-spec RS will ride better, but the larger two-tone units gave it a significant bump in curb appeal.

Interior

Lots of room to be enjoyed in here. Unlike previous iterations of the CR-V that followed a more cab-forward profile, that A-pillar being pushed back has seemingly not effected interior practicality and airiness in the slightest.

Measuring 1,866mm (or 6.4cm more than the Civic), this isn’t a terribly wide SUV, nor does it feel like it. The cabin does excel in terms of vertical space, allowing plenty of headroom for both front and rear passengers while rear legroom is more than ample as well.

At a glance, and apart from some negligible differences in trim material, the dashboard fascia here is identical to Honda’s C-segment sedan, from steering wheel, the exact 9-inch infotainment display to the faux air-curtain air conditioning vents, to the same gear lever used as far down as the City.

Taking the familiarity and lack of novelty out of the equation, the CR-V’s interior presentation is objectively high quality, though not quite up to par with cars that are associated with the ‘premium’ designation – yes, even Mazdas.

Powertrain

Again, echoing the Civic, we find the duo of a 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine and an i-MMD hybrid power unit with the latter only available in the top-spec RS.

We’ll actually start with the e:HEV that is no doubt going to place the CR-V in a new tier of on-the-road sophistication and price. Its 2.0-litre Atkinson-cycle naturally-aspirated engine acting as a generator is wound down to a barely noticeable hum unless the system is really pushed, leaving the majority of your drive to be done on the electric traction more and therefore, fairly hushed.

I’ve previously noted how the near instant 315Nm of torque gave the Civic an almost unfair performance advantage against most other cars, and in the CR-V there’s an extra 20Nm (184PS, 335Nm) at our disposal, it felt an ideal match for the SUV’s extra size and heft.

There are some lingering questions that we’ll cover in our post-launch coverage and full review, such as fuel efficiency (expect it to be very good) as well as the reduction in the e:HEV’s peak system power from 207PS.

Driving Impressions

Sitting in the CR-V, holding onto a Civic’s steering wheel while at looking screens, digital readouts, and a dashboard that’s equally identical in the periphery, it’s hard to not arrive at the obvious conclusion that this is a high-riding Civic.

There are, of course, fairly evident dynamic differences. It’s a much softer suspension overall nowhere near as confident through faster bends given the extra body roll and somewhat vague front end. However, as SUVs go, the CR-V acquits itself fairly well, beating out many of its contemporaries on agility save for the Mazda CX-5.

While the hybrid is faster in most cases, it’s also noticeably less involving. The count of customers buying such a car for its driving enjoyment is probably close to zero, but they’d be better served in the turbo-petrol.

With 3 adults and our luggage, the 1.5-litre turbocharged engine did feel noticeably encumbered, needing to really be rung out over some uphill parts of our Chiang Mai —> Chiang Rai route to keep up with the e:HEV, a challenge most welcome.

Summing Up

All said and done, the CR-V is an impressive step forward against the already well-rounded 5th-generation version.

It seems to be an improvement across the board while also adding some extra desirability and tech that’s hopefully sufficient in magnitude to compensate for its price increase. We’re curious to see how fervently Malaysian car buyers respond, or don’t.

The FIA has named Bridgestone Corporation as the sole tyre supplier for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship starting in the 2026-2027 season.

This new partnership which was announced at the World Moto Sport Council in Baku will see Formula E race cars driving on Bridgestone rubbers until the 2029-2030 season.

It’ll be a comeback of epic proportions as the last time Bridgestone had its hands in world championship single-seater racing was at the end of 2010 in Formula 1.

Bridgestone together with the FIA will continue their efforts in developing as well as refining sustainable technology in all stages of Formula E from the production of the race tyres to usage as well as renewable methods.

According to Shu Ishibashi, Global CEO and Representative Executive Officer of Bridgestone Corporation, “I am delighted to be able to announce our return to an FIA World Championship this year as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of our motorsports activities. Carrying on our 60-year legacy in motorsports, we are
very excited about being the FIA’s sole tire supplier for Formula E from the 2026 -2027 season.”

“As we face our next stage, Bridgestone aims to evolve sustainable global premium motorsports products with our enduring passion to embrace
the ultimate challenge and to pursue excellence in every moment. The core of our supply arrangement with the FIA will be the expansion and enhancement of “ENLITEN®” tire product technology, enabling “ultimate customization” that we define our “new premium in the EV era”. I am looking forward to starting our activities in the Formula E from 2026 – 2027 season,” added Shu Ishibashi.

Owning a BMW isn’t just about having a luxury vehicle; it’s about embracing a unique and exhilarating driving experience that comes with it. 

The joy of BMW ownership goes beyond the sheer elegance and sophistication of the car itself, but rather to appreciate what went into it for you to enjoy – the craftsmanship, the full electrification and other advanced technology seamlessly integrated into every detail, as well as the sheer pleasure of driving a vehicle that’s engineered for performance and precision.

As we inch closer to 2024, why not treat yourself to a supreme automotive experience with a new BMW as it isn’t just about the acquisition; rather an affirmation of your hard work, achievements, and the sense of pride and satisfaction that comes with owning a vehicle renowned for its innovation, performance, and timeless elegance. 

To owners of past BMWs, this timeless draw to the brand might be more fully understood, and is enhanced as new models build upon that established base. The brand’s legacy of excellence, coupled with the ownership experience, fosters a deep connection between drivers and their vehicles, creating lasting memories and a sense of belonging to an elite community of enthusiasts.

Whether it’s the thrill of driving or the admiration garnered from onlookers, the experience of treating yourself to a new BMW is a celebration of luxury and the fulfilment of a desire for excellence. BMW Easy Drive is making it easier than ever to get behind the wheel of your next example of Munich’s finest with great rebates, savings, and special features. 

This financing option offered through BMW Financial Services aims to deliver utmost flexibility and convenience to buyers, allowing them to tailor their payment plans according to their preferences. 

With Easy Drive, you can opt for competitive financing rates, customisable loan terms, and various payment structures that suit their financial situations, enabling you to find a plan that aligns with their budget and lifestyle that can result in up to 28% lower monthly instalments.  There are exclusive rebates of up to RM15,000, a complimentary 2-year replacement car feature, exceptional long-term savings with Guaranteed Future Value, and most important of all, Easy Drive was designed to deliver buyer enhanced peace of mind through its flexible end-of-term options. 

Experience the best of BMW’s advanced zero emissions vehicles – from the everyday agility and versatility of the iX1 from RM3,089/month, to the adrenaline-fuelled athleticism of the i4 from RM3,349/month, or even the unmatched luxury and expression of modern Avantgarde motoring with the i7 from RM7,905/month – the choice is yours.  

That sense of pride and satisfaction that accompanies owning a BMW is both unique and unparalleled, yet is there for the taking. BMW Easy Drive Financing not only makes this dream more attainable but also amplifies the joy of becoming a part of the BMW family, where driving isn’t just a means of transportation but a passion to be savoured.

Get a personalised quote in minutes with BMW Engage and find out more about BMW’s best year-end offers with BMW Easy Drive by clicking here.

Auto Bavaria, Malaysia’s largest network of authorised dealerships for BMW Group Malaysia, will be expanding its fast-charging facilities for EVs.

Partnering up with DC Handal (Handal Green Mobility Sdn Bhd), the partnership will further strengthen Malaysia’s EV charging infrastructure which will hopefully get more people to adopt electric vehicles.

The extensive network within Auto Bavaria will plan to provide 10 fast-charging sites around the Klang Valley and Penang as a start and will continue to grow in the future.

Sashi Ambihaipahan, Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability for BMW Group Malaysia said, “We are pleased to be establishing a partnership with DC Handal through our leading dealer partner Auto Bavaria to further develop the infrastructure for charging of electric vehicles in the country.”

“As the leading provider of premium electric vehicles in the country to date, this collaboration exemplifies our dedication to revolutionising the EV landscape in Malaysia, as well as setting a new standard for accessibility and convenience for EV owners,” added Sashi.

Currently, BMW Group Malaysia has over 1,700 charging facilities within its network thanks to multiple partnerships with ChargeEV, Yinson Greentech, JomCharge, Gentari, Shell Recharge with ParkEasy, ChargeN’Go, ChargeSini, Go To-U and FlexiParking.

Additionally, most of the authorised dealerships are already equipped with over 100 BMW i and MINI charging facilities nationwide.

As for the new collaboration with DC Handal, the fast-chargers will accept payments in the form of credit and debit cards via the OCBC payment terminals as well as apps like JomCharge and ChargEV.

Ketahui cara renew roadtax dan insurans secara online dan fizikal. Cara semak cukai jalan secara digital.

Penting ke Roadtax dan Insurans?

Kenapa kita perlu bayar roadtax/ cukai jalan? Ia adalah keperluan utama pihak Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia (JKR) bagi membaiki, membina, dan menaik taraf jalan raya di Malaysia. Bukan sahaja untuk itu, ia juga disalurkan kepada Dana Gabungan kerajaan untuk projek pengangkutan seperti MRT, LRT dan Bas Rapid milik prasarana. Selain itu, ia juga adalah sejenis cukai ke atas pemilik kenderaan bagi membenarkan ia dipandu di jalan raya secara sah.

Bagaimana pula dengan Insurans? Bayangkan semasa anda pergi kerja, tiba-tiba anda terlanggar sebuah kereta di depan anda, gaji lambat lagi, siapa nak bayar kerosakkan kereta depan dan kereta anda? Jadi, disinilah pentingnya perlindungan insurans ini. Ia adalah perlindungan bagi kereta dan pemiliknya. Ia dapat membantu mengurangkan kos dalam membaiki kereta yang terlibat dalam kemalangan. Terdapat pelbagai jenis insurans kereta yang boleh dipilih mengikut kesesuaian bajet anda.

Jadi, sebelum anda memandu kenderaan anda, pastikan anda mempunyai roadtax dan insurans yang masih aktif. Jikalau hampir tamat tempoh, dinasihatkan segera renew. Sebelum renew, jom lihat checklist sebelum anda renew roadtax kereta dan insurans.

Checklist Sebelum Renew Roadtax dan Insurans

Tamat tempoh insurans dan cukai jalan
Renew fizikal : bawa geran kenderaan, Salinan cover note insurans sebelumnya
Bebas saman
Kenal pasti nilai semasa kenderaan
Tentukan insurans yang ingin dipilih dan perlindungan tambahan yang ingin dibuat (contoh: cermin hadapan, bencana alam, loss of use)

Cara Renew Road tax dan Insurans Kereta

Bagi perbaharui insurans dan cukai jalan, anda boleh menggunakan online dan fizikal. Kebaikan renew secara online adalah anda boleh check harga roadtax dan insurans kereta sebelum membuat keputusan. Sekarang, pengguna motor juga boleh renew dan cek harga roadtax motor dan insurans motor anda secara online. Pihak JPJ telah menetapkan bahawa anda tidak boleh renew roadtax tanpa insurans. Jadi, pastikan anda renew insurans terlebih dahulu. Anda boleh melayari MyEG untuk renew roadtax atau anda juga boleh melayari mana-mana laman web syarikat insurans yang anda kehendaki secara langsung (contoh : takaful, etiqa, zurich). Ketahui maklumat lanjut tentang cara renew road tax dan insurans kereta di bawah ini:

Cara Renew Insurans Kereta Online

Daftar/login MyEG

Klik ikon “Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan”

Klik “Perbaharui Auto Insurans Kereta” 

Anda akan dibawa ke laman “Compare by MyEG. Ia akan memaparkan senarai syarikat yang menawarkan perkhidmatan insurans atau takaful dan meminta anda mengisi butiran peribadi untuk menghantar senarai harga terbaik bagi produk insurans yang ada 

Klik syarikat pilihan anda

Kelayakkan NCD akan dipaparkan untuk diskaun insurans anda

Selepas itu anda boleh memilih sebanyak mana anda mahu kereta anda untuk dilindungi. Namun, semua bergantung pada harga pasaran semasa kereta anda
Masukkan pemandu kedua jikalau syarikat insurans memerlukan maklumat tersebut
Jangan lupa untuk menambah perlindungan tambahan seperti cermin, bencana alam, dan macam-macam lagi.
Setelah itu, anda akan diberikan harga akhir untuk pakej insurans yang anda pilih.
Anda boleh meneruskan pembayaran setelah berpuas hati
MyEG menerima kaedah pembayaran secara kad debit/kredit dan perbankan online.
Setelah selesai, pastikan anda memuat turun resit dan sijil perlindungan (cover note) sebagai rujukan anda

Cara Renew Roadtax Secara Online

Boleh menggunakan sama ada MyEG untuk renew roadtax atau MySikap untuk renew roadtax.Anda juga boleh menggunakan MySikap untuk renew lesen disini. Di bawah disertakan cara renew roadtax di MyEG dan cara renew roadtax di MySikap .

Cara renew dan semak roadtax di MyEG

Anda boleh tekan butang “Perbaharui Cukai Jalan” atau “Road Tax Renewal” dan pilih antara kereta atau motor.

Lengkapkan butiran yang diminta 

Setelah harga dipaparkan dan anda bersetuju, anda boleh teruskan pembayaran
Anda boleh memilih sama ada untuk mengambil sendiri di pejabat MyEG berdekatan atau penghantaran menggunakan kurier/khidmat penghantaran ekspress

Cara renew roadtax di MySikap

Log masuk
Pilih “menu kenderaan”

Pilih “ pembaharuan lesen kenderaan motor” 

Isi butiran yang diminta
Semak butiran sama ada betul atau tidak
Buat pengesahan dan bayaran
Jangan lupa cetak resit pembayaran bagi rujukan anda

Cara Renew Roadtax di Pejabat Pos

Anda rasa leceh untuk renew roadtax online? Mana nak cari laptop, guna fon dah la kecik. Jangan risau, anda masih boleh renew di pejabat pos berdekatan atau kalau pejabat jpj dekat dengan rumah anda, dipersilakan ke jpj.
Caranya sangat senang, bawa Salinan geran dan cover note insurans anda.
Pergi ke mana-mana pejabat pos/jpj berdekatan
Ambil nombor dan tunggu giliran, kalau ramai harap bersabar
Serahkan dokumen yang diperlukan dan bayar
Selesai !

Roadtax dah xpayah lekat? Ya sekarang, anda boleh menggunakan apps MyJPJ untuk semak cukai jalan digital anda

Baru-baru ini gembur di berita dan media mengatakan anda tidak perlu melekat roadtax di kenderaan anda untuk kesenangan bersama. Sekarang, anda boleh akses roadtax di MyJPJ. Jangan lupa daftar dan pastikan anda dapat mengakses cukai jalan digital di MyJPJ sebelum anda lalu mana-mana roadblock. Nak tahu cara guna apps MyJPJ cek roadtax digital? Jom baca cara-caranya : 

Muat turun applikasi MyJPJ di telefon bimbit anda.

Log masuk atau daftar akaun baru. Jikalau anda ada akaun MySIKAP, berkemungkinan anda telah didaftar secara automatik. Jadi masukkan butiran yang sama. 

Tekan “Profil” di bahagian bawah kanan

Tekan “Motor Vehicle License” @ “Lesen Kenderaan Motor”

Pilih nombor plat kenderaan yang ingin anda semak.

Roadtax digital anda akan tertera di skrin.

Clean energy solutions provider Gentari, through its arm Gentari Green Mobility, announced its intention to collaborate with Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) to speed up the acceptance of electric vehicles (EVs).

Their goal is to expand the country’s overall EV charging infrastructure and explore additional value-add services such as personalised charging subscription plans that could bring Mercedes-Benz owners an enhanced experience.

Shah Yang Razalli, Deputy CEO of Gentari & CEO of Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, said: “Gentari is excited to expand our relationship with a like-minded partner like Mercedes-Benz Malaysia. Gentari understands that providing long-distance range confidence is important to EV drivers,”

“Therefore, as the operator of the largest DC network in the country, Gentari is committed to continue building high-powered chargers and establishing connectivity across states in Malaysia. This will directly contribute to propelling EV adoption numbers in the country, fostering a sustainable shift towards electric mobility,” he added.

Amanda Zhang, CEO & President, Mercedes-Benz Cars Malaysia,” added Amanda Zhang, CEO & President, Mercedes-Benz Cars Malaysia, commented: “We are delighted to continue our strategic partnership with Gentari, to spearhead the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in Malaysia,”

“Through our intended collaboration, we aim to explore and develop cutting-edge electric vehicle charging infrastructure and solutions, alongside value-added services such as charging subscription plans tailored for our Mercedes-Benz EV owners,”

“Together with EV Connection, Gentari’s expertise aligns seamlessly with our vision to redefine the automotive landscape, providing not only high-performance electric vehicles but also a robust and accessible charging network. In line with our Electric Only vision, this planned partnership signifies an important step towards sustainable mobility in Malaysia,” she said.

If successful, they plan to jointly establish a wider network of charging stations with EV Connection Sdn Bhd (EVC) and place chargers at specific key locations in Malaysia, making long-distance travel more convenient for EV users. This endeavour also seeks to boost confidence in the long range capabilities of EV ownership.

Gentari Green Mobility presently operates 79 DC chargers across nine states, including the Federal Territory, and is rapidly expanding its presence in the Asia Pacific region.

smart Malaysia has hit a major milestone with the smart #1 EV with 1,000 units booked since its official launch just last month.

10 dealers across six states in Malaysia made this possible not only because of the smart #1’s potential as an EV, but also by facilitating the purchasing process as well as post-purchase services.

It also helps that the smart #1 comes with an extensive warranty package as standard – 8-year/200,000km High-Voltage Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000km High-Voltage Component Warranty, 4-year Unlimited Mileage Vehicle Warranty, and a 2-year Unlimited Mileage Spare Parts Warranty.

At the official launch, smart Malaysia announced that the smart #1 will be available in 10 different colour options with favourites being the Atom Grey – Matte (Red Roof), Meta Black (Red Roof), Digital White, and Future Green. 

The smart #1 EV comes in three different variants listed below:

Smart #1 Pro – RM189,000 – 315km range
Smart #1 Premium – RM219,000 – 440km range
Smart #1 BRABUS – RM249,000 – 400km range

The Pro and Premium are equipped with a single electric motor powering the rear wheels with 275hp and 343Nm of torque. The BRABUS takes it up a few notches with dual electric motors that produce 430hp and 543Nm of torque on tap.

To know more about the smart #1 which also happens to be the winner of the Carlist.my Editor’s Choice Award for ‘Best Compact EV’ of 2023, CLICK HERE.

The first 2 units of the Jaecoo J7 have made landfall in Malaysia, and in right-hand drive and AWD guises too. The two units will be undergoing local testing ahead of its full launch.

You might not have heard of this particular automaker, but that’s because they’re a relatively new off-shoot of Chery, a brand that had introduced 2 new SUVs models into Malaysia: the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro.

Unsurprisingly, the J7 is an SUV as well, and one that’s built on Chery’s T1X platform that also underpins the Omoda 5, though its larger dimensions suggest it will be classified as a C-segment contender to rival the Proton X70 and Toyota Corolla Cross.

Aside from the two units of the J7 gathering mileage and localised testing data ahead of an official introduction in 2024, the brand has also launched a social media presence on Facebook under JAECOO Malaysia with an official website for Malaysia slated to be ready by January 2024.

The J7, at least from what we know of its specifications from other global markets where it’s called the Chery Tansuo 06 or Chery Explore 06, is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine mated to a dual-clutch transmission. A plug-in hybrid variant is also available with a claimed pure electric range of over 100km.

What’s left unclear is how the range of Jaecoo vehicles will be sufficiently differentiated from the Chery brand, or will they be more integrated in terms of dealerships and service centres.