smart Damansara, a smart all-electric car dealership has opened an outlet in Mutiara Damansara

 

 smart Damansara, a smart all-electric car dealership operated by Smart Mobility Sdn Bhd has opened an outlet in Mutiara Damansara. Strategically located in Mutiara Damansara, it is at the ground floor of Menara TSR and is a 3S (Sales Service Spares) centre. It spans 7,500 sq ft, featuring a service centre with 4 service bays, a showroom and a spare parts hub. 

Sime Darby Racing Team, Porsche Malaysia, represented by Sime Darby Auto Performance, continues participating in the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia 2024 (PCCA) for a second straight year - Rounds 1 & 2 20-21 April 2024 at Sepang.

More Porsche racing from the Malaysian distributor.  After its debut last year, that saw a podium finish at the Sepang International Circuit for Sime Darby Racing Team, Porsche Malaysia, represented by the authorised Porsche distributor here, Sime Darby Auto Performance, has informed that it plans to continue participating in the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia 2024 (PCCA) for a second consecutive year. With home grown talents at the steering wheel and also as part of the team, Sime Darby Racing Team aims  to build on their achievements from the previous season and further establish themselves as a competitive team with in this prestigious Asian one-make series.

JAECOO J7 now open for booking with an estimated price for the Premium SUV set at an estimated RM150,000 onwards

 

Bookings for the upcoming 2024 JAECOO J7 SUV officially begins from the 10th April, 2024 onwards. Those interested in this new premium off-road SUV can place their interest at the JAECOO Premier Experience roadshow located at 1Utama Shopping Centre (Level LG, Highstreet) or via the official JAECOO Malaysia website from the 10th April onwards.

"Castrol Rentak Sintetik" campaign is now ongoing with the Castrol Rentak Sintetik E-Wallet campaign, running from 1 March to 30 April 2024

 CASTROL IGNITES "CASTROL RENTAK SINTETIK" CAMPAIGN: CELEBRATING MENANG BERSAMA CASTROL CHAMPION AND LEADERSHIP IN FULL SYNTHETIC TECHNOLOGY 

 

Kuala Lumpur, 27 March 2024 - Castrol, a leading automotive lubricant company, celebrates the grand prize winner of the Menang Bersama Castrol contest and ignites the "Castrol Rentak Sintetik" campaign. This innovative initiative reflects Castrol's commitment to Full Synthetic Technology Leadership. The campaign aims to connect with a younger Malaysian audience and highlight the superior performance and protection offered by Castrol's full-synthetic engine oils, including Castrol EDGE and Castrol MAGNATEC. 

Castrol has announced their “Castrol Rentak Sintetik” campaign, which is aimed at younger Malaysian Drivers. Connecting with the Future of Driving through Full Synthetic Technology, this campaign will leverage "thumb-stopping creatives" that resonate with the social media generation. It will showcase the superior performance advantages of Castrol's full-synthetic range, steering young drivers to make informed choices about their vehicles' condition. 

GWM ORA 07 Launched - The fastback styled four door coupe comes in 2 variants from RM169,888 onwards with a very good warranty package with can run up to 8 years.

 

GWM, short for Great Wall Motors, have launched their latest EV, the Ora 07 streamline four door 'coupe'. This what I would call a neo-retro styled four door coupe is priced at RM169,800 for the long range variant and RM189,800 for the performance variant. Both come with an attractive warranty package for both battery and powertrain for up to 8 years. The 07 offers another choice for Malaysians that want to test the waters and try out a premium feeling battery powered electric vehicle.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia unveils the new Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, the new Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC, the all-new Mercedes-AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE & the new Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupé

Earlier today, I attended Mercedes-Benz Malaysia preview of four new higher end of their range vehicles at its Luxury Showcase event held at NZ Wheels in the upper scale Bangsar/Telawi area. The Dream Cars showcase is actually on from the 3 rd to 7 th of April 2024 at NZ Wheels Bangsar. The showcase offers customers a unique and exclusive Mercedes-Benz experience, complete with test drive opportunities of many Mercedes-Benz dream cars (we saw the latest SL parked outside as an example). You can see the highest-quality Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship, quality, sophistication, and the ultimate driving experience.

The fourth Kawasaki All-Star showroom in Malaysia opens in Johor Bahru

 Edaran Modenas Sdn. Bhd. (EMOS), the wholly owned subsidiary of Motosikal dan Enjin Nasional Sdn. Bhd. (MODENAS) celebrated the successful launch of its fourth All-Star showroom, Kawasaki Johor Bahru (KJB)on the 30th of March 2024. The opening ceremony was officiated by Qbee Ng, Director of Kawasaki Johor Bahru together with MODENAS Chief Executive Officer Roslan Roskan, and Chief Marketing Officer George Kashiwagi. EMOS is the distribution arm of MODENAS. 

Also part of the event, Kawasaki Johor Bahru and EMOS handed over three units of the recently launched Modenas ZX25-RR to its first owners in Johor. The new 2024 Kawasaki ZX-25RR is now available at all authorised Kawasaki All-Star dealers.

smart Malaysia Extends 30% Savings on Over 1,000 Public Chargers Nationwide for 9 Days via the Hello smart App

In conjunction with Ramadan and the upcoming Hari Raya celebration, smart Malaysia has announced its exclusive 30% discount on public charging fee for smart car owners when they charge and pay via the Hello smart App. This initiative is a result of a partnership with Charging Point Operators (CPOs) through a live system integration. Valid from 6 to 14 April 2024, it is designed to enhance the ‘Balik Kampung’ experience, making customers' journeys a little bit more affordable and convenient.

Enhanced Convenience through the Hello smart App &; Elevating the Charging Experience. Take advantage of the 30% savings with Hello smart App, granting users access to a nationwide network of charging stations with over 1,000 public charging points seamlessly integrated. Owners can conveniently locate nearby points, check station availability, and initiate charging sessions without hassle.

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) announces order taking for the all-new Toyota HiAce Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) Window Van

 

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) have announced that the order taking for the all-new Toyota HiAce Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) Window Van has started.  The new HiAce is designed to offer excellent efficiency, safety, and an effortless driving experience. It should go well with operators that want the legendary Toyota reliability, brand cachet and other aspects that come with the badge. Well loved by tour group operators that take small groups of tourist long haul here in Malaysia to neighbouring. Or even just short trips for airport transfers. All in a Toyota van. A legend when it comes to moving people.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke states EV Road Tax may be confirmed by April 2024 and special number plates for EV vehicles too

Yesterday, at the GAC and TC Warisan MOU signing ceremony for the study of local assembly in Malaysia of GAC vehicles with a view towards exports including left hand drive exports - the article is HERE, the Malaysian Transport Minister, the Honourable Anthony Loke had also stated some significant points pertaining to the ownership of electric vehicles (EV) here in Malaysia. Road tax for EV cars is still being studied but a result should be given by the Ministry of Transport by April 2024. According to the minister, they are studying to make the EV road tax lower than what it is and lower than fossil fuel powered vehicles (if possible).

WTC Automotif and GAC Motor International have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to initiate feasibility studies for two new completely knocked-down (CKD) vehicle assembly projects in Malaysia

Yesterday, while most Malaysian were doing their shopping for the upcoming Id celebrations, WTC Automotif (M) Sdn Bhd (WTCA), a subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings Bhd, and GAC Motor International Co., Ltd. (GAC Motor International) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to initiate feasibility studies for two new completely knocked-down (CKD) vehicle assembly projects in Malaysia. The signing is a start for local assembly for GAC vehicles, namely the study into CKD production of the right-hand drive GAC EMKOO for the Malaysian market and the left-hand drive GAC GS3 EMZOOM, destined for export to Vietnam. The event was witnessed by the Malaysian Transport Minister, The Honourable Anthony Loke.