Ford Motor Company kicks off its 14 th annual Global Caring Month in the month of September

September is when the Ford Motor Company starts off its annual Global Caring Month where thousands of Ford employees around the world participate in community projects to create positive impact in people’s lives. Even here in Malaysia, Ford together with its sole distributor, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), celebrates this yearly event where they had organised a full day activity for the elderly at the Sincere Care Home to help improve their living conditions as well as to provide emotional support. This is Ford's 14th annual Global Caring Month. 

Information Charts from BMW Group on Electromobility Passenger Vehicle Sales in Europe and Globally as at August 2019

Here's something different that I'd like to share with you guys out there. This is BMW Group's market position for their electromobility vehicles. i.e their electric powered vehicles which includes their plug-in hybrids, hybrid and full electric vehicles (if any). The charts show Electromobility in Germany, Europe and Globally. Cars like the BMW i3 and the Nissan Leaf are the popular ones in Europe.

Scania Climate Day - Where Scania Takes A First Step in the New Year 2050 Commitment of Achieving Net-Zero Emissions

On 20th September 2019, Scania conducted a one hour worldwide shutdown to conduct sustainability training for its employees. 20th September has been announced as Scania Climate Day. Aside from that, Scania took another valiant step forward and responded to the call by the United Nations for businesses to step up and take bolder actions in tackling climate change by pledging to the decarbonisation target in line with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. This is the first step in their new 2050 commitment to combat climate change.

BMW Malaysia Unveils the New BMW X3 xDrive30i with the M Sport Package Option For a Little Extra

BMW Malaysia has unveiled  the New 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i with an optional M Sport Package for a little bit extra. This variant of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), as what BMW calls their SUVs comes in at RM313,800 and you can add on that limited to 120 units only M Sport Package for RM15,000 to make it more aggressive looking.

Hino and Dealer Partner Sumai Engineering opens its first 3S centre in Terengganu

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Hino Malaysia) authorised dealer,  Sumai Engineering Sdn. Bhd. (Sumai Engineering) has upgraded their Hino centre recently. The new centre is located in Kawasan Perindustrian Chendering, Kuala Terengganu and it will offer customers sales, service, and spare parts (3S) ensuring more customer touch points for Hino over on the East Coast of Peninsula Malaysia.

PROTON Unveils its New Logo and Tagline

PROTON cars had earlier today unveiled its new logo and tagline - which is Inspiring Connections. The logo, is a more streamlined version of the outgoing one features only the tiger's head and a change in its angle. Aside from that, the company also outlined its ambition to be a global, modern automotive brand at the event.

The Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC Sedan is Now Available in Malaysia - RM348,888 Onwards

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has introduced the new 2019 Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC Sedan. The new Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC Sedan is available at retail price of RM348,888.00 (before insurance) for Peninsular Malaysia. This is the 'baby' AMG A-Class in some ways, as it sits beneath the A45 variant, which hasn't been launched for this new A177 A-Class series as yet. 

Video: 2019 Toyota GR Supra GTS (A90) - Short First Drive Experience in One at the Malaysian Launch

As we said in our earlier article with regards to the new 2019 Toyota GR Supra, we had driven Toyota's newest flagship sports car and it was bloody good fun. You can see the drive was just a short one but super memorable as we did a high speed run and some handling exercises which still allows us to have some pretty good initial impressions on this Euro-Japan hybrid sports car.

MAZDA6 Updated for the 2020 Model Year - Prices Start at RM173K Onwards With Three Variants Offered

The MAZDA6 has been updated for the upcoming 2020 Model Year (which starts sometime in the 3rd quarter of this year onwards actually). As such, the new 2019 Mazda 6 which is sold in Malaysia by Bermaz now comes equipped with some enhancements to its driving dynamics as well as to comfort and other equipment inside. 

Video: Scania G410 G-Series Review - First Look at Scania's Next Generation Truck - Two Part Video Review

Down below are our two YouTube videos on the Scania G410. This is the latest Scania Prime Mover or heavy duty truck that is sold in Malaysia. Their New Truck Generation series of large commercial vehicles was only recently launched here. This G-Series truck is part of their latest line-up which includes the larger, more premium S-Series truck. But watch the video and you can actually see that this G410 is no slouch.

Video - 2019 Perodua Axia launch preview - For Those That Prefer Viewing Rather Than Reading

Here is the new 2019 Perodua Axia launch review in video format. This is for those that prefer to view stuff nowadays over reading them. These days, many would like to view rather than read so here it is - a short video featuring the refreshed new Perodua Axia with more focus on the new Axia STYLE variant, a crossover looking compact.

UMW Toyota Launches the GR Supra & GR Garage (Launch Video with Supra Doing Donuts and Acceleration Here Too)

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the official distributors of Toyota vehicles here in Malaysia have officially introduced the All-New 2019 Toyota GR Supra. The All-New GR Supra (A90) is the current Toyota sports car flagship and brings back the 'Supra' moniker and is a joint venture car by Toyota and BMW which supplied the Z4 chassis and drivetrain for Toyota to spin its magic. 

Perodua Officially Launches the 2019 Axia - Now With New Crossover Look Variant & A Range Topping Variant With Active Safety Features

Perodua has officially launched the 2019 Perodua Axia. There are six variants with two being the most unique - One called the Axia STYLE which now looks like a compact crossover vehicle whilst the other, the range topping Axia AV now gets Perodua's Advanced Safety Assist (A.S.A) 2.0 making it Malaysia’s most affordable car with advanced safety features.

Isuzu Launches the New 1.9L Blue Power D-Max & Refreshed 3.0L D-Max - More Performance for A Lot Less

Isuzu Malaysia has launched their D-Max pickup truck with the new RZ4E 1.9liter turbo diesel engine. A very compact, efficient and robust diesel engine for pick-up trucks as well as the smallest in terms of engine capacity (but not performance) to be sold here in Malaysia today. Aside from launching the 2019 Isuzu D-Max 1.9 liter Blue Power, they've also introduced a slightly refreshed D-Max 3.0liter designed for those that still want a large displacement engine.

Perodua's MYPerodua Nation Carnival Postponed Until Further Notice Due To Haze Conditions

Perodua has postponed the upcoming MYPerodua Nation Carnival which is scheduled for this weekend. The postponement will be until further notice as the company would not want to jeapordise the health of the visitors as well as the health of the personnel involved in the carnival. 

Round 1 of the Toyota Vios Challenge (Race 1 & 2) and the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival in Kuala Terengganu Was a Roaring Success

The two-day Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Festival was held a couple of weekend ago at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium in Kuala Terengganu with the Toyota Vios Challenge race series being held on a specially-constructed 1.65km street circuit.

First Round of The Second PROTON 1 Tank Adventure Saw the New Persona, Iriz & Saga Covering 650KM on a Single Tank of Fuel

The second edition of the PROTON 1 Tank Adventure kicked off its opening preliminary round recently. It took place over the Malaysia Day weekend where a total of 60 participants in 30 cars, comprising of the 2019 Proton Iriz, Persona and Saga set off on another epic motoring adventure that covered a total driving distance of 650km that took them from PROTON’s Centre Of Excellence (COE) to Johor Bahru and back again.

All-New 2019 BMW 330i M Sport Now Comes Locally Assembled - Prices Drop Slightly to RM288K Onwards

BMW Malaysia has officially announced the sale of the locally assembled All-New BMW 330i M Sport sedan. This was originally launched here in fully imported form and now, they have locally assembled the popular premium compact sedan. It now comes in at RM288,800 before insurance.

New Isuzu Dealership, Autoexec Corporation Hands Over Its First Truck in Celebration of its Opening

Isuzu Malaysia’s latest authorized dealership, Autoexec Corporation,  recently celebrated their new existence by having a truck handing over ceremony to its very first commercial vehicle customer. The truck, a light duty Isuzu Elf NPR81 was handed over to BC Roller Shutter Services Sdn Bhd.

Wearnes Automotive is Now Exclusive Distributors of Koenigsegg, Pininfarina and Rimac for Asia

If any of you living in most of Asia or specifically Southeast Asia, Wearnes Automotive, a leading distributor and retailer of premium cars in Southeast Asia, recently announced that the company will be the exclusive partner of Koenigsegg, Pininfarina and Rimac hypercars. In short, Wearnes Automotive will be the authorised distributors of these cars across Asia.

PROTON’s 1 Tank Adventure is Back - Round 1 Kicks Off on 14 September 2019 - You Can Still Register and May Be Chosen for the Sabah / Sarawak Rounds

PROTON’s 1 Tank Adventure is back for 2019. This is the event that invites Proton owners to experience the sights, sounds and cuisine of Malaysia while driving really, really economically. This year's edition is set will start this weekend, the 14th of September 2019 and over RM100,000 worth of prizes are up for grabs.

Volkswagen Now Offering RM2,000 Rebates on the Golf GTI & Golf R

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is currently giving RM2,000 rebates on the New Golf GTI and Golf R (the Mk 7.5 variant). This is like the other cars in the Malaysian product line-up, where most are current on the Malaysia and Merdeka Day offers and you get rebates for them from RM2,000 to RM15,000 (the full rebate list is down below).

Video: 2019 Mercedes-Benz E350 AMG Line Test Drive - The Balance Between Pace and Grace (W213 E-Class)

There is a new video by Motoring Malaysia out over on the YouTube Channel folks! If you haven't subscribed there you should as this video, where we test drove the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E350 AMG Line (W213 E-Class) has been out since Monday. Now, it's linked here and you get to watch it here or read a bit more of what I haven't covered about this premium sedan. 

All-New Toyota Corolla Altis Now Open For Booking - Prices Estimated at RM128K Onwards With Only The 1.8L Engine Available

The authorised distributors of Toyota here in Malaysia have announced that the All-New Toyota Corolla will be launched soon and UMW Toyota Motors have also stated that you can place your bookings for the C-segment sized sedan from today, the 12th of September 2019.

Volkswagen Launches the Volkswagen Insurance Plan (VIP) for Malaysian Customers

Volkswagen owners in Malaysia now have to option of using the Volkswagen Insurance Plan or “VIP”. This is a tailor-made  comprehensive insurance coverage,which comes with minimal hassle...according to Volkswagen distributors here, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM).

2019 BMW Premium Selection Fair Will Happen This Weekend! 13 - 15 September 2019 at Bukit Jalil Stadium

The 2019 BMW Premium Selection Fair will be happening this weekend at the Bukit Jalil Stadium. The 3 day exclusive event will be held on 13 to the 15 of September 2019 and it will also be held at other selected locations throughout Malaysia. This is the brand's largest pre-owned vehicle sales event where you can find anything BMW Group under one roof.

Volvo Car Malaysia and Dealer-Partner, Ingress Swede Automobile Officially Opens Their New 3S Centre in Mutiara Damansara

Volvo Car Malaysia together with their dealer-partner, Ingress Swede Automobile earlier today launched the Volvo Car new 3S Centre in Mutiara Damansara. The event was officiated by the Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail. It also also attended by the senior management from Ingress Swede’s parent company, Ingress Corporation Berhad, and representatives from Volvo Car Malaysia. 

Naza Kia Opens 3S Centre Operated by Dealer Supreme Priority in Tampoi, Johor Bahru

Naza Kia Malaysia together with their authorised dealers, Supreme Priority Sdn Bhd, have officially opened their 3S centre in Tampoi Johor Bahru. The new centre, which costs RM5 million in total will cater to the growing population in and around the Johor Bahru region. 

Lubricants: Shell Malaysia Launches the All-New Shell Rimula Ultra 5W 30 & Announces Winners to their Recent 2019 Ultimate Stopover Promotion

Shell Malaysia has launched the all-new Shell Rimula Ultra 5W 30. This newest engine oil is Shell’s most advanced fully synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil and it meets the European ACEA E6 and ACEA E9 specifications as well as manufacturers’ approvals for use in ultra-modern diesel engines, especially those that meet with Euro 4 to Euro 6 emission standards.

Upcoming Events: MYPerodua Nation is Back - 20-22 September 2019 at Setia City Oval Lawn

[UPDATE - This has been postponed until further notice due to the haze - link to official notice here - 

MYPerodua Nation is back! This event is the nation’s premier Perodua event for everyone. The annual carnival is now back for the third year running and features all things Perodua. MYPerodua Nation 2019 will be on from the 20-22 September at Setia City Oval Lawn in Setia Alam, Selangor. Perodua expects a crowd of some 25,000 expected over the three day period. 

Volvo Car Malaysia & Dealer Partner Pekin Auto Officially Opens Their Newest 3S Centre in Skudai Johor

Volvo Car Malaysia, together with their dealer-partners, Pekin Auto have officially opened the latest Volvo Car showroom and service centre in Peninsula Malaysia. The new 3S centre is located in Skudai, Johor and it will boost the European premium car maker's dealership network in the Southern region.

2019 Mazda CX-5 2.5L SkyActiv-G Turbo Petrol Preview

Here is our preview video on the new Mazda CX-5 2.5L SKYACTIV-G Turbo petrol variant. This will be launched by Bermaz, the official distributor of Mazda here in Malaysia and it is set to be priced somewhere within the RM180-200K price range. 

BMW Premium Selection Fair is on from the 13th to 15th September 2019 - Choose Your Pre-Owned BMW with Early Interest Sign-up Benefit

BMW Group Malaysia will be hosting a 3 day exclusive BMW Premium Selection fair on the 13th to 15th of September 2019. The event will be the largest pre-owned vehicle fair by BMW Group Malaysia yet and will feature the BMW X5, BMW 3 Series and BMW 7 Series along with MINI models as well as motorcycles in the BMW Motorrad portfolio. There will be an early Interest Sign-up Benefit, which is an offer for complimentary one-year BMW and MINI Comprehensive Motor Insurance upon early sign-up

Season 3 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival and the Toyota Vios Challenge Starts Tomorrow in Kuala Terengganu

Tomorrow is the opening round of Season 3 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Festival. It will happen on friday and saturday, the 6th and 7th of September 2019 over at The Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium in Kuala Terengganu. If you are in the vicinity from 10am onwards on those two days, there will be lots of motorsport and Toyota activity for you to witness. It is going to feature the Toyota Vios Challenge on the track with celebrity, amateur and professional racing drivers competing in threeclasses of saloon car racing (Promotional, Sporting and Super Sporting classes respectively) in the one-make Toyota Vios Challenge. Off track, lots of stuff will be happening for everyone.

The HINO Art Contest is Now Ongoing Till 30th September 2019 - Join the Contest and You May Win a MacBook Air!

Hino Malaysia has just announced an art contest folks! If you are creative or artistic enough, you should try and enter the Hino Art Contest right now.  Try coming up with a unique drawing or painting and you may be able to walk away with some amazing prizes. One of these prizes is a  a MacBook Air worth RM4,699. It is open to all Malaysians and it is on from now till 30th September 2019.

Bermaz Will Preview the New 2019 Mazda CX-5 at Sunway Pyramid From 4th to 9th September 2019 Including the New 2.5L Turbocharged Variant

Bermaz, the good people who are the authorised distributors of Mazda in Malaysia, will be having a roadshow at Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall starting from September 4 to September 9, 2019. The highlight of the roadshow is the preview of the soon to be launched 2019 Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV-G 2.5liter Turbo which will be displayed alongside the current range of Mazda models sold here. 

Special Service Campaign - UMW Toyota Needs You To Send In Certain Toyota Models For Another Airbag Inflator Fix - Better Get It Done Folks!

The official arm of Toyota here in Malaysia has issue a Special Service Campaign (SSC), or service recall, for certain  Toyota models which were previously affected by the previous free airbag inflator service fixes. This is because some of the replacement airbag inflator are still faulty. This Takata airbag debacle is still ongoing. I have to say that Takata has made life difficult for everyone in recent times. Anyway, the affected models are about 41,000 Toyota Vios, Corolla Altis, Camry made between 2001 to 2013.

Video: 2019 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0 TSI 4Motion Previewed at Volkswagen Fest 2019

Here is a short video featuring the 2019 Volkswagen Arteon. The Arteon was previewed over at the (ongoing) Volkswagen Fest 2019 at Setia City Convention Centre (and will be around till 1st September 2019). This was something I whipped up while I was at the official opening of the Volkswagen fest.