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Since 2006 and going strong.Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.comBlogger3668125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-49110923219344098742024-03-28T20:38:00.005+08:002024-03-28T20:38:41.713+08:00PROTON have a new 2024 Hari Raya tearjerker short film out featuring the Proton S70 and an appearance by the Proton Edar CEO inside it - PROTON X Little Joe 2024 SyurgakuPROTON premiered their latest Hari Raya short film at a buka puasa event with the media yesterday. The tearjerker of a short film was produced in collaboration with Elite Definition Sdn Bhd, the exclusive distributor for Little Joe Air Freshener in Malaysia. This year’s PROTON Hari Raya short film - PROTON X Little Joe is titled Syurgaku, or My Heaven. It showcases the new Proton S70 C-segment Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-82411523178664474652024-03-27T14:45:00.002+08:002024-03-27T14:45:34.333+08:00PROTON starts in-house tinting services at their Tanjung Malim plantRecently PROTON announced the opening of the Exclusive PROTON Accessories Tint Centre, located at its production plant in Tanjung Malim, Perak. This allows in-house tinting for Proton cars and it is capable to fit tinting on up to 5,000 vehicles per month.This makes economic sense for PROTON to do so as the brand has introduced security tinting as standard on various higher end models. The Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-24662803714112185492024-03-16T15:08:00.002+08:002024-03-16T15:08:12.810+08:00New TAKATA Airbag Recall - Audi Owners Please Take Note - Q5, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback from 2009 to 2012, TT and R8 from 2014 to 2017, A4, A4 Cabriolet, A6 from 2005 to 2011 This is another TAKATA Airbag recall folks. This time it is from Audi. PHS Automotive Malaysia has announce a recall for the cars mentioned - The Q5, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback from 2009 to 2012, TT and R8 from 2014 to 2017, A4, A4 Cabriolet, A6 from 2005 to 2011. Note that the recall should not be taken lightly as it involves the deployment of the airbags in accidents where the Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-57381917147870162102024-03-16T14:57:00.005+08:002024-03-16T14:57:52.686+08:00JAECOO aims for a top spot in the entry level premium SUV in MalaysiaJAECOO has taken aim at the entry level premium SUV market here. According to the brand, which is actually an offshoot of the Chery vehicle manufacturer, he C-segment SUV playing field in Malaysia is progressing with an emerging range of competitive entry level to premium variants.so, SUV brand, JAECOO, is looking to tap into Malaysia’s growing urban elite with a taste for off-road adventure. Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-88068977390960284502024-03-15T17:18:00.002+08:002024-03-15T17:18:26.567+08:00 smart Malaysia Introduces the ‘smart Ri-Ya’ Campaign in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2024 celebrationssmart Malaysia has announced the ‘smart Ri-Ya’ Campaign. This Hari Raya promotion is on from now to 30 April 2024. This exclusive promotion offers all Malaysians the opportunity to enjoy pretty good savings when they purchase a new smart #1 – BRABUS, Premium, or Pro model. It also includes special offers, including low-interest rates and a complimentary smartCharge Home Charger 1 valued at Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-52199275694844943952024-03-15T16:24:00.005+08:002024-03-15T16:24:46.998+08:00 Hari Raya Promotion - ‘Balik Kampung’ with Continental Tyres and Enjoy Touch ‘n Go E-Wallet Credit up to RM200 Continental Tyres Malaysia, have announced a special promotion for their loyal and valued customers in conjunction with Hari Raya 2024. Consider Continental Tyres for new tyres to ‘balik kampung’as the brand will be offering up to RM200 in Touch ‘n Go e-Wallet credit upon the purchase of selected Continental, Dunlop and Viking branded tyres nationwide.Customers will be automatically Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-43295403479952215872024-03-15T16:15:00.001+08:002024-03-15T16:15:06.738+08:00Enjoy exclusive E-wallet Cashbacks up to RM200 when purchasing participating Michelin tires this Hari RayaFestive Promotion season starts again. Michelin Malaysia has announced their Hari Raya 2024 Promotion with exciting rewards for an enhanced driving experience. Purchase a minimum of two (2) to four (4) units of MICHELIN Passenger Car, SUV, or Commercial Light Truck tire models with a tire size of 15” and above will receive an E-wallet Cashback (GrabFood E-code or Touch ‘n Go Reload PIN) of Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-52745413551554438562024-03-12T23:32:00.031+08:002024-03-13T00:24:17.194+08:00The All-New 2024 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line now available for RM469,990 onwards - VW's premium SUV is back in Malaysia Earlier this afternoon, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) officially launched the all-new 2024 Touareg R-Line to the Malaysian market. The locally assembled (CKD) flagship SUV is priced at the recommended retail price of RM469,990, inclusive of Volkswagen Assurance Package (VAP) but before insurance. The Touareg, now in its third generation, is Volkswagen’s first SUV back in 2002 and was Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-52790135081721817752024-03-10T20:28:00.002+08:002024-03-10T20:28:58.617+08:00 JAECOO J7 Makes Its Public Debut, Kicks-off Nationwide Roadshow - Now at Desa Park City till 17th March 2024Another manufacturer sets foor in Malaysia, JAECOO, with their premium SUV, the J7. Previewed by the public for the first time at the JAECOO Premiere Experience at Desa Park City on the 7th of March 2024, the J7 is the first model from the premium off-road SUV brand slated to be launched officially in Malaysia in the 1st half of 2024,,,, and its actually already March. Malaysia will be the Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-72923995128643131052024-03-01T23:47:00.001+08:002024-03-13T00:27:21.366+08:00 The BMW Premium Selection Showcase returns to the Bukit Jalil National Stadium - This Weekend till this Sunday, 3rd March 2024, Showcasing new models like the 2024 iX M50, iX M60 and the R18 Roctane Motorrad and preowned vehicles tooI attended the BMW Premium Selection (BPS) autofair/roadshow earlier today. The three-day fair showcases up to 500 pre-owned vehicles from the BMW Premium Selection portfolio as well as New Vehicles, including Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) models, with attractive rebates, instant financing pre=approvals and more. The Showcase by BMW Group Malaysia returns to the Bukit Jalil National Stadium thisRigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-3654321757787757462024-03-01T19:10:00.004+08:002024-03-01T19:10:40.579+08:00PROTON expands by exploring options within the automotive industry - Everything from the Proton Cafes at dealerships, R3 engine oil to R3 Branded merchandisePROTON continues its current business expansion trajectory, the national automotive brand has started diversifying its operations and revenue stream by exploring different angles within the automotive ecosystem and more. This new push for other business sources comes with the creation of Proton Global Services (PGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Proton Edar, which is now a key contributor to Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-37100823137779181262024-03-01T16:53:00.000+08:002024-03-01T16:53:12.006+08:00GWM Malaysia announces that their new ORA 07 battery electric sedan is now open for BookingAnother mid-sized EV sedan is coming to town folks! GWM Malaysia has annouced that their GWM ORA 07 fastback styled sedan is now open for booking. This is the latest edition to the retro looking current range of Great Wall Motors' cars to be sold in Malaysia. The Ora Good Cat compact hatchback comes to mind with its unique looks. This ORA 07 definitely takes after that with its rounded styling Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-12232833479900310762024-02-29T22:22:00.004+08:002024-02-29T22:22:48.503+08:00BMW Motorrad Malaysia is set to preview the New BMW R 18 Roctane alongside one-of-a- kind offerings at the BMW Premium Selection Showcase 2024 - It starts tomorrow till 3rd March 2024 at the Bukit Jalil National StadiumBMW Motorrad Malaysia is set to preview the New BMW R 18 Roctane alongside one-of-a-kind offerings at the BMW Premium Selection Showcase 2024 at Bukit Jalil from 1st to the 3rd March 2024 at Bukit Jalil National Stadium during the BMW Premium Selection (BPS) showcase. The premium automaker will introduce the newest edition of the BMW R 18 derivative to the Malaysian market: the fifth model in theRigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-87308061659998721932024-02-29T22:08:00.003+08:002024-02-29T22:08:59.436+08:00Peugeot, DS, Citroen vehicles will be under Stellantis Malaysia directly on 1st March 2024 onwards. Take Note if you own any of these vehiclesIf you own a fairly new, or even old Peugeot, DS, Citroen and anything remotely related to these brands, please take note that effective 1 March 2024, Stellantis Malaysia National Sales Company (Stellantis Malaysia) will commence a one-stop call center for PEUGEOT, DS and Citroën vehicles in the country. This is part of Stellantis’ transition to having Stellantis Malaysia as the entity managing Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-42921368068735539802024-02-28T20:41:00.007+08:002024-02-28T20:41:50.717+08:00C40 Recharge Pure Electric - Upgraded specs with a notable extended range of 550km - Early Bird Rebate of RM10K from now till 31st March 2024 Volvo Car Malaysia has revealed an upgraded 2024 C40 Recharge Pure Electric. The SUV is Volvo’s first crossover SUV offered as an electric-only model and for this year's model, it will have a range of up to 550km*- as per the controlled Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (“WLTP”) for full electric vehicles* and it will also have faster DC charging for a larger Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-82352415683705388572024-02-27T19:58:00.010+08:002024-02-27T20:00:35.335+08:00FedEx does the first Cross-Border Electric Vehicle Delivery Trial from Malaysia to SingaporeThe Malaysian subsidiary of FedEx Corp, FedEx Express, today conducted the company’s first cross-border delivery trial from Malaysia to Singapore using an electric vehicle (EV). This initiative is part of FedEx continuous exploration of ways to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainable logistics, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations globally by 2040. The journey was made by Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-9955785208507342452024-02-26T20:30:00.013+08:002024-02-26T20:38:09.132+08:00TÉKHNĒ enters the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) & Replacement Equipment Manufacturer (REM) market with parts for both 2- and 4-wheel vehicles
Earlier today, Hong Leong Industries Berhad (“HLI”) launched its latest venture, Tekhne Sdn Bhd (“TÉKHNĒ”) which is their venture to make its mark in the automotive spare parts market. TÉKHNĒ will enter the market with a comprehensive range of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Replacement Equipment Manufacturer (REM) parts for both 2- and 4-wheeled vehicles. The products are, Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-25945463196128336252024-02-24T12:51:00.005+08:002024-03-01T22:26:27.213+08:00 The 2024 Mercedes-Benz C 350 e Plug-in Hybrid is the new C-Class range topper here in Malaysia. Prices estimated to start at RM355k Yesterday, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia unveiled the latest variant of the best-selling Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan for the Malaysian market. This one is the new range topper here, the 2024 (W206) Mercedes-Benz C350e Plug-in Hybrid with the AMG-Line trim. The new luxury compact sedan is locally assembled at the Mercedes-Benz production plant in Pekan, Pahang. The C 350 e Plug-in Hybrid combines a 95kwRigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-62529020989595313572024-02-21T21:35:00.000+08:002024-02-21T21:35:02.264+08:00The Best of Outdoor Lifestyle exhibition - Off The Grid 2024 23-25 February 2024 - presented by the folks who organise the Art of Speed Malaysia exhibitionsThe Off The Grid 2024 (OTG 2024) outdoor lifestyle exhbition is taking place at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) – inside Hall A – with an area of 150,000 sqft along with 4 acres of outdoor area. MAEPS will be hosting OTG 2024 on 23, 24 & 25 February 2024 (10:00 am – 10:00 pm).Off The Grid (OTG) is a sub-brand created by the team behind Art of Speed (AOS), the largest automotiveRigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-35520130570202382772024-02-20T12:09:00.002+08:002024-02-20T12:09:20.119+08:00UMW Toyota Motor reveals their 'Beyond Zero Transformative Initiatives' - Move to Zero Event on until the 28th of February 2024 at Technology Park MalaysiaThis, is more of an industry bit of news especially in the sustainability area. UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), who are the current leaders (in terms of overall sales) non-national automaker, presented its Beyond Zero initiative, which aligns with Toyota's global pursuit of Carbon Neutrality by 2050. The groundbreaking event, taking place from today until 28 February 2024 at the Technology Park Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-50616760256151691322024-02-20T10:59:00.002+08:002024-02-20T10:59:25.755+08:00Sales Roadshow - The BMW Premium Selection Showcase returns to the bigger than ever at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium from 1st March to 3rd March 2024 The BMW Premium Selection (BPS) Showcase by BMW Group Malaysia returns to the Bukit Jalil National Stadium from 1st to the 3rd of March 2024. As always, the sales fair will be offering a wide selection of up to 500 pre-owned premium vehicles as well as new vehicles from across the BMW Group and includes models from the BMW 2 Series, BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series and the BMW X Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-46115249752004058532024-02-17T22:23:00.003+08:002024-02-17T22:23:22.776+08:00POP Culture: Der Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger I Aus D. " Drippenwagen - I imagine this is what a Mercedes-Benz 500E is most of the time. Spotted on YouTube, this is what I would imagine the Mercedes-Benz 500E W124 would be like as a tank. This YouTube short video shows a heavily modded Tiger I tank with a lot of street cred.....The song used is also so apt.The description by the creator of the FICTIONAL tank - Bosnian Ape Society the Tiger I Ausf. D "Drippenwagen" was a prototype variant of the Tiger I heavy tank. Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-64772100344905496872024-02-07T19:04:00.005+08:002024-02-07T19:04:23.773+08:00 Harley-Davidson appoints Didi Resources for motorcycle, parts and accessories, apparel and licensed products matters in Malaysia,On the 29th of January 2024 Harley-Davidson had announced that it has entered into a motorcycle, parts and accessories, apparel and licensed products distribution agreement with Didi Resources for Malaysia, with effect from the 1st of January, 2024. Under the agreement, Didi Resources will be the exclusive distributor of Harley-Davidson motorcycles and will provide after sales service through a Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-51920684249079877232024-02-01T11:04:00.001+08:002024-02-01T11:07:52.602+08:00WTC Automotif previews the upcoming GAC EMZOOM SUV - Now open for Booking at under RM130,000 - The upcoming GAC EMKOO SUV and the all-electric GAC AION Y PLUS Compact SUV also previewedWTC Automotif (M) Sdn Bhd (WTCA), a 100% owned subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings Bhd,has officially opened the order books for the GAC GS3 EMZOOM compact Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV). This will be available by the 2nd quarter of 2024 with a booking fee of RM1,000 and the first 100 bookings will be invited for a private event. The announcement was made during the Exclusive Preview event which alsoRigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33210275.post-10851916314510290612024-01-31T15:39:00.001+08:002024-02-01T07:27:29.483+08:00BMW Malaysia announces official price of the new locally assembled 2024 BMW X5 xDrive50e
BMW Malaysia has announced the official pricing of the recently previewed locally assembled New 2024 BMW X5 xDrive50e M Sport, the latest PHEV (plug in hybrid ) variant of their luxury Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). It comes in the M Sport variant, the New BMW X5 xDrive50e and it priced at RM486,800 with road tax before insurance.
First previewed by the premium Rigval Rezahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13660839462626980082noreply@blogger.com0