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1 May 2011 - Renault aims to become the first full-line manufacturer to market zero-emission vehicles accessible to the greatest number, by 2011. Electric cars emit no CO2 in use. The Renault-Nissan Alliance is developing a complete range of 100% electric powertrains with power ratings of between 15kW (20hp) and 100kW (140hp).

29 April 2011 - Malaysia is heading towards increased transparency. From May 1, police will issue summonses with photographs of vehicles violating traffic regulations in areas monitored by closed-circuit television (CCTV). Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Khalid Abu Bakar said Thursday that the new procedure would be used for all traffic offences, including speeding and failure to use seat belts.

27 April 2011 - UMW Toyota Motor's manufacturing facility, Assembly Services Sdn Bhd (ASSB) lined-off its one millionth production vehicle, the Toyota Vios TRD Sportivo. This milestone positions ASSB as the first non-national vehicle manufacturer to hit the one millionth mark in Malaysia.

25 April 2011 - Proton will offer lifetime warranty covering the power windows of all Proton models, Proton Managing Director Datuk Seri Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir revealed at the launch of Proton’s campaign for quality. The terms and conditions governing the proposed lifetime warranty would be announced by the end of the month.

23 April 2011 - In the 2011 Shanghai International Auto Show, Nissan unveiled a new concept model named “Compact Sport Concept”. The prototype three-door hatchback is the work of Nissan’s global design centre in Japan and the brand’s Beijing design studio in China. According to Nissan, the Compact Sport Concept is designed “for young customers in emerging countries”.

22 April 2011 - Volkswagen Group Malaysia has announced the start of the Volkswagen five-year premium roadside assistance programme. As its title suggests, This programme provides you with a wide range of comprehensive services, anytime and anywhere in Singapore and Thailand and Malaysia.