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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
BMW Malaysia announces official price of the new locally assembled 2024 BMW X5 xDrive50e
Friday, January 26, 2024
Rolls-Royce launches the eighth generation Phantom limousine in Malaysia
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Porsche will present the all-new electric Macan on Thursday, 25 January 2024. Ahead of its unveiling and world premiere broadcast live from Singapore
Porsche have announced that they will present the new all-electric Macan on Thursday, 25 January 2024. The second generation of the successful SUV will be unveiled in Singapore, with the world premiere broadcast live in the Porsche Newsroom. Mr Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche, will offer his insights into the design process before the unveiling.
Autogroup International offers right-hand drive GMC Yukon Denali & Luxury 'CEO Private Jet' interiors in Malaysia for those that require armoured SUVs or pickup trucks
Autogroup International (AGI), a Sri Lankan based company, is proud to announce the launch of their 2024 range of Armoured vehicles and luxury CEO ‘private jet’ Interiors based on the right-hand drive GMC Yukon Denali XL SUV and right-hand drive GMC Sierra Denali 2500 Heavy Duty Pickup truck which will be available for sale through their local partners in Malaysia. These cars are suitable for VIPs or agencies that feel that they require bullet proof, bomb proof vehicles and also those that require levels of protection from any chemical or biological threat. And as these are usually left hand drive, AGI feels that with their Right Hand Drive conversions, they feel that the highly armoured SUVs have a segment to plug in the Malaysian market.
CNY 2024 Promo: Peugeot Landtrek and 3008 Offers for the Year of the Dragon
Stellantis. the brand who manufacture Peugeot, welcomes the Year of the Dragon with a chance to explore the urban landscape in style with a brand-new Peugeot Landtrek pickup truck or the nicely styled Peugeot 3008 compact SUV. You can get yourself their Most Extravagant Ang Pau Ever, which are their exceptional offers at the nearest Peugeot dealership.
To find out more, book a test drive or visit peugeot.com.my. Offers are valid until 28 February 2024. Wishing you Gong Xi Fa Cai and a prosperous Lunar New Year!
CNY 2024 Promo: Win a Trip to Korea this CNY with GoCar’s Joyful Journeys Campaign
In conjunction with this year;s Chinese New Year GoCar has a new campaign. Customers can enjoy Hassle-Free Travel with More Savings and Win a Trip to Korea this CNY with GoCar’s Joyful Journeys Campaign Participating services in this campaign include GoCar Share, GoCar Subs, GoCar Garage and GoCar Cuba Beli. Many of their platforms for all sorts of customers.
Customers can submit multiple entries for the Double Fortune Lucky Draw Dip contest to win a trip to Korea, the latest Apple products and free oil change packages. Car sharing customers can enjoy a 28 percent discount on minimum one-day bookings with GoCar Share unlimited times.
Monday, January 22, 2024
Porsche Malaysia joins hands with Krithin Paul Pereira to support more dreamers
Friday, January 19, 2024
The upgraded for 2024 locally assembled Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 is now available
Meanwhile, just after the other German luxury brand announced their latest bit of news, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia have unveiled the new upgraded 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200. The sporty compact SUV which is the entry point into Mercedes-Benz SUVs now come with some extra enhancements for the new year, notably a redesigned front and rear end and the latest MBUX information and entertainment system. The GLA 200 is locally assembled in Malaysia and comes in at RM258,888 before insurance.
BMW Group position as number one in Premium and Luxury Vehicles, Electrified Vehicles sales as well as largest premium automotive exporter in Malaysia for 2023 & Previews the newest Retail NEXT concept showroom in Balakong
BMW Group Malaysia Previews New Locally Assembled BMW X5 xDrive50e M Sport which is estimated to come in at RM530k before insurance
Following the popularity of the BMW X5 in the Malaysian market in 2023, BMW Malaysia also previewed the latest facelifted 2024 Plug-in Hybrid variant of their most successful premium Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) today together with 2023 performance report and the preview of their newest showroom in Balakong., The new locally assembled almost 500hp BMW X5 xDrive50e. Arriving with the M Sport package as standard, the New BMW X5 xDrive50e sees some extra updates in terms of performance and efficiency, packing more power with a greater electric range in a feat of modern athletic elegance.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Maserati Adds New "Overseas" Region to Global Business Structure - of which, Malaysia should be part of
This is just a small bit of information that affects Malaysia in terms of the management of Maserati here. Maserati has announced the creation of the new "Overseas" Region, which is expected to give the Italian luxury manufacturer’s markets a new business configuration with Mr. Hamdy Elshantoury appointed as the new head of the region, starting from 1st January.
Performance Oriented Audi SQ8 e-tron and SQ8 Sportback e-tron join fully electric Audi e-tron range for the Malaysian market - Prices start at RM519K onwards
PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM), the authorised distributors of Audi for Malaysia have announced the addition of two new models to its fully electric Audi e-tron range. These are the 2024 SQ8 e-tron and SQ8 Sportback e-tron, the Sportback being the fastback, or "coupe" variant of Audi's luxury full sized crossover/SUV range . The two new high-performance variants in the Q8 e-tron range are priced from RM519,990.00 for the SQ8 e-tron, and from RM529,990.00 for the SQ8 Sportback e-tron.
Saturday, January 13, 2024
MODENAS Launches the KYMCO AK550 Premium scooter - Priced at RM65K, this is a new premium maxi scooter for you to buy
Yesterday, the 12th of January 2024 Modenas, the national motorcycle manufacturer launched the Taiwanese designed and built KYMCO AK550 Premium scooter. The introduction of the CBU (fully imported) AK550 Premium to the Malaysian market is not just a product launch but the culmination of the strategic agreement made in 2016 where Edaran Modenas Sdn Bhd (EMOS) was officially appointed as the exclusive distributor of Kymco products, here in Malaysia.
Friday, January 12, 2024
JV Company between Careplus Group Berhad and GoAuto Group Sdn Bhd, will build Malaysia's first green technology facility for manufacturing and assembling New Energy Vehicles
Earlier today, at Rembau, Negeri Sembilan, NexV Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (“NMSB”), a JV company between Careplus Group Berhad and the GoAuto Group Sdn Bhd, had its ground breaking ceremony that marks the beginning of the company starting work on what is the first green technology facility totally dedicated to manufacture and assembly of New Energy Vehicles (NEV), which will include electric vehicles (EVs). NMSB plans to begin operating by the first quarter of 2025. With that, it hopes to addmore employment opportunities and investments to the surrounding area.
Tuesday, January 09, 2024
Tan Chong Industrial Equipment Sdn Bhd (TCIE) hands over 8 brand new units of UD Trucks to New KC Trading Sdn. Bhd.
Tan Chong Industrial Equipment Sdn Bhd (TCIE) the sole distributor of UD Trucks Malaysia, recently handed over 8 brand new units of UD Trucks to New KC Trading Sdn Bhd. These 8 units are a mix batch of UD Trucks' light (Kuzer), medium (Croner) and heavy duty (Quester) trucks which will enable them to cater to their growing customer base.
Promo - Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia Chinese New Year campaign is on till end of February 2024
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced the launch of their 2024 Chinese New Year campaign, Which features some discounts on their entire line-up of models. The sales promotion will be ongoing till the end of February 2024 and basically, the campaign offers up to RM18,888 of savings on Volkswagen models. That amount is for the Malaysian range topper - Arteon and is also includes the Golf GTI, Tiguan Allspace range and the Arteon R-Line. Full details of the savings are as listed below:
Sisma Auto Hub 3S Centre in Sungai Besi has Opened - Sisma's premium Multi-Brand 3S Centre to buy, sell or service any luxury car
Thursday, January 04, 2024
Gracshaw Helmets under their Gennex brand launches 6 limited-edition DC helmets featuring iconic DC Super Heroes.
Motorcycles - Harley-Davidson unveils online some of its 2024 motorcycle lineup with more to come
Wednesday, January 03, 2024
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT - Volkswagen Activates Takata Airbag Recall on 6,671 Vehicles
CURSE YOU TAKATA! Still striking cars after all these years! Anyway. official press release from Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia regarding cars still affected. No, not current models, but those from 2010 to 2014. Read the details below and if you own or drive any of the cars mentioned below, head over to the nearest authorised dealership for verification and rectification if necessary - FREE OF CHARGE.
Models affected include Golf GTI, Eos, Passat CC, Polo and Vento manufactured from 2010-2013
Beetle models manufactured between 2012 to 2014 are also affected
Customers urged to make an immediate appointment with a Volkswagen dealer
2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI - Now with new upgrades for RM252k
First post for 2024! Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) have introduced an updated Golf GTI, equipped with Harman Kardon audio system and a Head-up Display feature. So the Golf GTI will now retail at RM252,990. A little premium over the previous year's variant of course. You have to pay for the good stuff you know.