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This article was originally published by FMT and is republished here with permission. Malaysia’s next automotive strategy should be less obsessed with the nationality of the badge on the bonnet and more interested in the value created underneath it. I’ve been watching Malaysia make cars for more than 40 years. As an motoring writer, I test-drove the Proton Saga when it was launched in 1985, and saw it become the centre of attention. The narrative then was that Proton marked the beginning of Malaysia’s journey towards becoming an automotive nation. Four decades later, perhaps it is time to ask an …

The popular BYD Sealion 7 range gets a new entry-level Dynamic variant with rear-wheel drive. It joins the Premium RWD and Performance AWD variants. The fastback SUV has the same sleek Ocean X styling on BYD’s e-Platform and Blade battery. It delivers a comfortable, responsive ride paired with a high-tech cabin, 15.6-inch rotating screen, and impressive electric range. Date launchedJuly 30, 2026Make & modelBYD Sealion 7VariantDynamic RWDBodystyle5-Door SUVPrice at launchRM163,800OriginChinaDistributorBYD Sime Motors  Length/width/height4830 mm x 1925 mm x 1620 mmWheelbase2930Ground clearanceN/ATurning radius (m)6 metresKerh weight (kgs)2,160 kgsSeating capacity5  PowertrainBattery electric with single motorDriving wheelsRearMax output170 kWMax torque (Nm)380 NmTransmissionSingle ratioBattery typeBlade lithium-ion …