SCANIA DELIVERS FIRST FULL AIR SUSPENSION NTG IN MALAYSIA TO COMPLEMENT STARRTREK’S FIRST LUXURY CAR CARRIER IN MALAYSIA & 6 OTHER CAR TRANSPORTERS

This is a little interesting in terms of transporting cars but more importantly supercars, in a very discreet manner. Scania delivered the G360A4x2EB New Truck Generation (NTG) with full air-suspension – the first in Malaysia to transport supercars discreetly, to Starrtrek Carriers Sdn Bhd (Starrtrek). You can see in the photo above that this fully air suspended Scania truck has a special fully enclosed vehicle carrying container type rather than the open type car carriers you see usually.

The New 2022 Volkwswagen Tiguan Allspace Elegance and R-Line 4MOTION Launched

Alright folks, over the weekend Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia launched the refreshed for 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace family sized SUV. Do note that for the moment, and maybe for a while, this is the only Tiguan SUV model available in the Malaysian market. The normal, shorter wheel based Tiguan will not be offered. Of course, this means more seating space inside and there are two variants, the new Tiguan Allspace Elegance priced at RM174,745.68 and the new Tiguan Allspace R-Line 4MOTION priced at RM219,443.59.

At MCVE 2022 - Volvo Trucks Malaysia Launches Volvo Connect, a Comprehensive Single Interface System for Volvo Digital Services and Functions

Volvo Trucks Malaysia launched Volvo Connect, a new customer portal that offers a single interface for digital services and functions with a single point of access. This integrates and consolidates connectivity of all truck operations on a single system. The official launch of Volvo Connect was at the Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MVCE) 2022 (ongoing till tomorrow, 12th March) and was graced and launched by YB Dato Henry Sum Agong, Deputy Minister of Transport during his visit to the Volvo Trucks booth at the exhibition.

Scania Enters Into Partnerships of the first Euro V New Truck Generation (NTG) with Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) and other Sustainable Transport Solutions

On the 10th of March 2022, Scania unveiled sustainable partnerships with operators of the first New Truck Generation (NTG) equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) which have been one of the first Euro V trucks sold in Malaysia together with other sustainable transport solutions. This happened at the (currently) ongoing Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) 2022 at MINES, in Sri Kembangan. Scania also showcased more sustainable partners who are joining the journey to achieve Scania’s Science-Based Target of being a sustainable transport provider. The list goes on with B100 FAME-prepared buses/coaches; and the test & drive competition called ‘A Good Driver’ MCVE Edition that is open to the public. MCVE’s Guest-of-honour Yang Berhormat Dato’ Henry Sum Agong, Deputy Minister of Transport witnessed these proceedings.

MAN Truck & Bus Launches the Euro 5 Compliant MAN TGX - The Flagship Model Comes to Malaysia

MAN Truck & Bus (M) Sdn Bhd (MAN Malaysia) had launched the flagship MAN TGX heavy duty prime mover at the Malaysia  Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) 2022. The truck, at the moment brought into the country in fully imported form will eventually be locally assembled, comes in the Euro V (5) emissions standards. It will offer those operators and customers that want a high performance MAN truck with the option of saving the whales at the same time. 

The Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) 2022 Opens Till 12th March - Spotlighting a Resilient Transport Industry BUT, Where are the Big Japanese Brands?

The Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) kicked off today at the Malaysia International Exhibition and Convention Centre (MIECC). This was the fifth time that MCVE was held, albeit a year or so late due to the lockdowns Malaysia placed to combat the recent pandemic. MCVE is the first and biggest commercial vehicle expo series ever held in Malaysia that focuses on future transport solutions in the commercial vehicle industry. The three-day expo was launched by YB Dato’ Henry Sum Agong, Deputy Minister of Transport Malaysia. And what could be one of the largest automotive shows to be held right before Malaysia opens up to the world again on the 1st of April this year.

Hyundai's Fully Electric Ioniq 5 is Launched in Malaysia - Prices from RM199K Onwards with Three Variants Available

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has unveiled its latest electric model, the IONIQ 5 Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV), with what they say are innovative and sustainable features that are set to redefine the electric mobility lifestyle in Malaysia. There will be three variants with prices starting at RM199K. The launch seems to say that HSDM is pushing foward with making Hyundai a niche player with unique vehicles that aren't just the norm as well as paving the way for the future. 

Price Updates on the Mercedes-Benz compact car range - Slight Increase Across the A-Class, GLA & GLB-Class Cars

A bit of bad news to those looking to purchase a Mercedes-Benz A-Class or a GLA. There is a slight price increase in the A-Class (A200 especially(), GLA and GLB-Class cars sold in Malaysia. These price increases coincide with slightly upgraded specification in the cars like the added ambient lighting option now fitted to the A200 and the improved active safety features in the GLA 200 and GLB 200. 

The W206 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is Available in Fully Imported C200 Avantgarde and C300 AMG-Line Forms for the Moment - The C-Class Gets Larger...and larger.

This news is a little late due to the fact that I actually had some things to do and that my kid is finally sitting for her SPM papers. Being a somewhat dedicated father, as well as other commitments, this has taken priority. And the fact that I am essentially semi-retired these days.... Anyway, yes, Mercedes-Benz has launched the all new W206 generation of C-Class sedans in fully imported form for the moment with the locally assembled variants coming in later. We now get the C200 AV or Avantgarde and the C300 AMG-Line for now at around RM288K and RM330K respectively. Still quite decent prices for what is offered, although the C200 is now back to a 1.5liter turbocharged engine (with some electric motor boost) and the C300 comes with the 2.0liter turbocharged engine.