The Hino Poncho Gets Tested by Persons with Disability During itsTrial Run in Johor Bahru

On the 9th of July 2020, passengers from the Persatuan Sokongan Orang Kurang Upaya Johor Bahru tried out the Hino Poncho minibus and its Person with Disability (PWD) friendly features. The test run with the PWD was conducted during the Poncho's month long trial run in Johor Bahru in collaboration with Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) and Handal Indah Sdn Bhd, which operates route 10B which was chosen as the test route for the minibus.  

BMW Malaysia Launches the 2020 BMW X1 sDrive18i Sports Activity Vehicle [Video of Launch Unveililng Also Inside]

In addition to launching the all-new third generation BMW 1 Series in its most potent form, the M135i xDrive yesterday, BMW Malaysia also unveiled the New BMW X1 sDrive18i. This is a new addition to its stable of locally-assembled vehicles which come out from their assembly line in Kulim, Kedah. This is essentially the smallest and most affordable Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) here in terms of both price and where it sits in the X1 lineup for the Malaysian market. 

BMW Malaysia Launches the All-New 1 Series in Flagship Form Here - The BMW M135i xDrive - [VIDEO of Unveiling Inside]

Yesterday, BMW Malaysia unveiled the All-New BMW M135i xDrive. This hot hatchback, called The 1 by BMW is the sporting flagship of the third generation BMW 1 Series line-up. This 1 Series is quite different from the previous generation in that it is now mostly front wheel driven, but this hot version comes in the xDrive all-wheel drive system and comes into Malaysia at RM355,646.25.

Sime Darby Motors Dreamride Automotive Roadshow is at 1 Utama from 22 to 26 July 2020 - A Chance to Win A BMW G 310 R Motorcycle

Sime Darby Motors, the automotive division that represents BMW, MINI, Motorrad, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo will be holding an automotive roadshow called the 'Sime Darby Motors Dreamride'. It will be held at 1 Utama Shopping Centre at the Highstreet and Oval concourses from 22 to 26 July 2020. They are offering customers who purchase their dream car at the ‘Sime Darby Motors DreamRide’ roadshow a chance to win a BMW G 310 R. 

The Limited Edition Jaguar F-PACE Has Been Introduced in Malaysia -

Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia has introduced a 20 unit limited edition Jaguar F-PACE for the Malaysian market. The F-PACE is Jaguar’s best-selling performance SUV, and it now comes with a new state-of-the- art 2.0-litre, turbocharged 300PS Ingenium petrol engine. This 20 unit edition variant celebrates the introduction of this new engine which is by far Jaguar’s most powerful 2.0-litre Ingenium Petrol engine in production. The technologically advanced engine features an all-aluminium construction and is designed to have all the required performance and still have good fuel economy.

BMW Malaysia Implements Augmented Reality (AR) Experience For Smart Devices Where You Can Experience the All-New BMW X5 xDrive45e M Sport There

BMW Malaysia has introduced a web-based AR experience for its recently unveiled All-New BMW X5 xDrive45e M SportSUV. This is where you can virtually view the new X5 from the comfort of your smart device. This is a first for the BMW portfolio in Malaysia and could be the future on how you shop for a new BMW, this virtual car walk around is the first step in the process. You can pinch and zoom and turn the virtual X5 round and round via this webpage.

Volkswagen Malaysia Announces Recall on 12,732 Vehicles For the DSG Transmission Hydraulic Pressure Accumulator

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) have announced a voluntary recall on models produced between 2011 and 2015 to rectify the hydraulic pressure accumulator within the 7-speed dual clutch gearbox caused by a production issue. A total of 12,732 Volkswagen vehicles have been identified to undergo inspection under the recall. The affected models are Beetle, Cross Touran, Golf (Mk6 and Mk7), Jetta, Passat (B7), Passat CC, Polo (6R) and Scirocco.  This inspection and part change, if needed is free of charge to the owners.

Sime Darby Auto Performance Previews the New 2020 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder

Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the authorised distributor for Porsche cars here in Malaysia have introduced the new range-topping performance models in the 718 family – the new 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder. These are technically the start in someone's Porsche journey before they move up to a 911 or the jump from other German performance cars. The price of the new 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder starts from RM 999,000.00 and RM 970,000.00 respectively.

MINI Malaysia Launches the New 2020 MINI Convertible Sidewalk Edition - Limited to 20 Units Only and Prices at RM285K+ With SST Exemption

MINI Malaysia has launched the New 2020 MINI Convertible Sidewalk Edition. This is limited to 20 units only for the Malaysian market and takes after the original 2007 first generation MINI Sidewalk Generation. It is priced to go at RM285,899.47 after taking into account the SST Exemption which is in force until 31st December 2020.

Mercedes-Benz C 200 AMG Line Launched for the Malaysian Market - Offered with the 2.0liter Turbocharged Engine Again

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has introduced the new C 200 AMG Line and compared to the current C 200 Avantgarde which was essentially the entry level C-Class here, this is what most of us would want. And it is priced slightly cheaper too - RM251,587.39 over RM259,000 when the C 200 AV was launched in February of 2019. Most likely due to the lack of sales tax due to the tax holiday but I'll take it as a drop nonetheless.

Perodua Introduces New Electric Blue Colour for All Variants of the Myvi as Well as the Upgraded Advanced Safety Assist (ASA) 2.0 for X AT, H AT & AV AT Variants

Perodua has added a new body colour for the ever popular Perodua Myvi. All variants have Electric Blue as a colour option to choose from. Aside from that, Perodua has introduced version 2.0 of the Advanced Safety Assist  (ASA) to the Myvi. Variants with the upgraded ASA 2.0 are now the Myvi 1.3 X AT (as an option), 1.5 H AT and the range topping 1.5 AV AT variants. Prior to this, only the AV had the ASA system offered. These are now available for booking at all Perodua showrooms nationwide.

Volvo Trucks Malaysia Delivers 5 New FM370 4X2 and FM440 6X2 Trucks to Chemtrax Sdn Bhd

Johor-based transportation company Chemtrax Sdn Bhd (Chemtrax), has taken delivery of five units of Volvo trucks from Volvo Trucks Malaysia. These are four units of the Volvo FM370 4x2 model and one unit of the Volvo FM440 6x2 model prime mover trucks. The purpose of  Chemtrax's acquisition is for the company’s expansion and also for replacing several old trucks in its fleet. The new trucks will be utilised for transporting caustic soda chemical compounds and also butadiene gas.

Perodua Donates to the Sabah Women and Children's Hospital - Videoscope Donated As Well As School Supplies and Prescription Glasses to 250 Child Patients

Corporate Social Responsibilty initiatives conducted by the folks at Perodua are still  going strong. This time, the Sabah Women and Children’s Hospital recently received a portable flexible videoscope set, while 250 underprivileged paediatric patients received contributions ranging from school supplies to prescription glasses from the Malaysian compact car manufacturer.

Shell Malaysia Trading Launches the New Shell Helix Power and Shell Helix Protect Engine Oils

Progress never stops in terms of engine oil technology when it comes to Shell. So this time around, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd has introduced two new Shell Helix engine oils that puts an emphasis on the benefits to users and less on technical specifications - the Shell Helix Protect and Helix Power.This makes it easier to choose the right engine oil based on one’s driving style and needs. Of course, it is more on the packaging to show some straight-forward literature rather than explaining formulation, engine oil grades and how incredibly fantastic the oil is in as many technological jargon until it sounds impressive. It is impressive, but less is more in this case.

Proton Launches the Saga Anniversary Edition - Celebrating 35 Years of Malaysia's First National Car

The Proton Saga now celebrates 35 years of existence with the launch of a special model featuring a unique colour scheme, extra accessories and is limited to 1,100 units. The special edition Anniversary Edition Saga was launched in PROTON's first ever virtual launch over social media with the Saga Anniversary Edition marking the 4,150,035th car to roll off the line. Nice trivia figures here too. The limited run of only 1,100 unit Proton Saga Anniversary Edition is priced at RM39,300 (after zero sales tax until the end of 2020), the same as the current Saga with extras.

New Toyota Corolla Cross Launched in Thailand - New Compact SUV Globally Launched Online - No Idea When it Will Be Coming to Malaysia

The Toyota Corolla Cross has been unveiled via Toyota Thailand's website. The New Compact Toyota SUV is now officially on sale in Thailand and will be launched in a number of markets, including Malaysia from the looks of it as we actually received the word of the launch from UMW Toyota Motor, the Malaysian distributor of all things Toyota. No idea as to when it will officially be launched here but do expect Thailand imported vehicles to be sold here when that happens (much like the Corolla Altis 1.8G we currently have here.

Promotions: Mercedes-Benz Dealership NZ Wheels Now Offering Customers A Chance to Win A Ducati XDiavel S Sports Cruiser Motorcycle

NZ Wheels Sdn Bhd, who are an authorised dealer for Mercedes-Benz in Malaysia is now giving customers a chance to win a Ducati XDiavel S motorcycle with any purchase of a selected Mercedes-Benz model during the NZ Wheels Double Celebration campaign. This campaign runs from 13th July to 30th September 2020.

PROTON Set to Celebrate 35 Years of the Proton Saga on 9 July 2020 - Tune in To Their Facebook Page at 10.35am

Malaysia’s first national car turns 35 on 9 July 2020. The Proton Saga, is now 335 and it remains as PROTON’s best-seller with over 1,800,000 units sold to date. In 1985, it changed the landscape of the Malaysian automotive scene and it has been with us, in good times as well as tough times. Most of us who were born in the 1980s onwards or earlier would have fond memories of a family elder driving around in one of these. And now, Proton will be celebrating the 35th birthday of the SAGA over on their official Facebook page on 9 July 2020, at 10.35am. Go watch it there if you have the time.

The #OutRideAnything Campaign by Shell Advance - Free Engine Oil and Other Gifts With Purchase

New sales campaign by Shell Advance called the #outrideanything campaign. The Movement Control Order (MCO) over the past few months has impacted the livelihood of many Malaysians, including those who rely on their motorcycles for their daily income. As Malaysians are adjusting towards the new norm with industries opening in the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period, Shell Malaysia hopes to give bikers and bike mechanics something to look forward to, with its three-pronged #OutrideAnything campaign. There is a chance to take home a bottle of Shell Advance AX7 engine oil, free bandanas (pictured above) with engine oil purchase and also Shell Advance Masterclass for up to 2,000 motorcycle mechanics throughout 2020.

So the #outrideanything campaign is as follows