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NEWS

Harley-Davidson hands over three motorcycles to PDRM for evaluation

Route 77 Harley-Davidson Kuala Lumpur recently handed over three motorcycles to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) for a proof‑of‑concept (POC) evaluation.

The three models involved are:

  • Low Rider ST
  • Street Glide
  • Pan America

The POC programme enables the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) to assess suitability, performance, handling and overall practicality, particularly for escort duties and official operations.

Set to Perform at LTdL 2026

The upcoming Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) 2026 will serve as an ideal real‑world environment for JSPT personnel to experience each motorcycle platform under actual operational conditions.

Their deployment throughout LTdL 2026 forms part of the POC evaluation process and does not indicate permanent adoption by PDRM.

According to the JSPT Director, findings from the POC will help the department make an objective assessment based on current operational needs.

“With LTdL taking place during the evaluation period, it provides a real‑world environment for our personnel to assess these motorcycles in genuine riding and operational conditions.”

This initiative also reflects the collaboration between the private sector and PDRM in evaluating motorcycle platforms and technologies that may support the evolving requirements of traffic operations and escort duties.

EV, NEWS

Pos Malaysia tests autonomous logistics vehicles without drivers

Pos Malaysia Berhad has now entered a new era of smart logistics with the launch of the first autonomous vehicle (AV) in Malaysia.

This initiative is a collaboration between Pos Malaysia, Autonomous Logistic Solutions Sdn Bhd (ALS), and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB).

ALS is a local company responsible for bringing in the fully electric, Level 4 autonomous logistics vehicle, Zelos, specifically designed for B2B goods delivery.

Pos Malaysia and ALS will conduct a six-month Proof of Concept (PoC) within Pos Malaysia’s operational environment as a critical step toward road usage.

It has also received support from the Ministry of Transport Malaysia, the Road Transport Department (JPJ), and Futurise to ensure it complies with established regulatory and safety frameworks.

The introduction of these electric autonomous vehicles underscores Pos Malaysia’s commitment to its Sustainability Roadmap, which prioritizes decarbonization, operational efficiency, and green innovation across the value chain.

By reducing reliance on fossil fuels and optimizing delivery routes, this AV has the potential to significantly lower carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency in logistics operations.

Pos Malaysia currently operates the largest fleet of electric vehicles in the country, consisting of over 1,500 electric motorcycles and vans, comprising 25% of its total vehicle fleet.

In China, Zelos has already operated over 15,000 autonomous vehicles across several countries, including China, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates.