Subaru Car Challenge is back for 2023 - Compete to try win a Subaru XV 2.0i P EyeSight

 Motor Image (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. has announced that the popular Subaru Car Challenge is back after a long hiatus (due to the Covid19 lockdowns). If you have the stamina, strength and dexterity like  Subaru cars, outlast everyone and win a Subaru XV 2.0i-P EyeSight. Enter the intitial round and participate in the Subaru Car Challenge in Kuala Lumpur on September 16, 2023, from 9am to 4pm.

This six-hour endurance challenge of keeping the palm of you hand on a Subaru without removing it will be held at the Plaza Arkadia Kuala Lumpur. The top five contestants will be able take one step closer to owning a brand-new Subaru XV when they compete against contestants from the Asian region in Singapore on November 4 to 5, 2023. This could mean at least keeping that palm on a Subaru for around 20 or more hours so that you can win that Subaru.

Subaru Forester updated for 2023 - 4 Variants for the Malaysian market from RM173,500 onwards

TC Subaru Sdn Bhd, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in Malaysia, on the 3rd of May, introduced four new 2023 Subaru Forester models for the Malaysian market. These are the 2.0 i-L EyeSight, 2.0 i-L EyeSight GT Lite, 2.0 i-S EyeSight, and 2.0 i-S EyeSight GT Edition. All of the variants come equipped with an upgraded activesafety system called EyeSight 4.0. EyeSight 4.0 is more intuitive than the previous Subaru EyeSight systems.

Subaru XV GT Edition Launched in Malaysia - New XV Variant for RM130,788 OTR without Insurance

TC Subaru, the distributor of Subaru in Malaysia has just launched the 2019 Subaru XV GT Edition. This is one that sits above the XV 2.0i-P variant and gets a special aero kit and other extra bits for about RM4,000 over the price of the XV 2.0i-P. It costs RM130,788 OTR without insurance in Peninsula Malaysia and was designed in collaboration with Giken Co Ltd and Mr Masahiko 'Jack' Kobayashi, who used to be the former Chief Designed at Subaru.

Subaru Price Protection Scheme Extends Until 100th Day – 18th August 2018

The recent change of the ruling political party here in Malaysia has some upcoming implications to the prices of cars here. Right now, in view of the impending changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and return to the older Sales and Services Tax (SST) as promised by the new people in charge of the country, TC Subaru Sdn Bhd, who are the official distributors of Subaru in Malaysia has announced its special Price Protection Scheme to provide assurance to all customers against price movement of all Subaru vehicle bookings.

Aiman Motor Performance Opens its First 4S Centre in Malaysia - Unveils the Recently Launched Subaru XV At The New Centre

Aiman Motor, a long time player in the automotive distribution scene here in Malaysia, under its company, Aiman Motor Performance Sdn Bhd (AMP) earlier today unveiled its first 4S Centre which also houses their Subaru dealership. Located in Glenmarie, Shah Alam, this one-stop automotive sales and aftersales solution unifies Sales, Services, Spare parts as well as Shop for body and paint services under one roof for all car brands including super and premium cars.

New 2017 Model Year Subaru BRZ Now On Sale In Malaysia -

Motor Image Malaysia, the authorised distributor of Subaru vehicles here has officially launched the 2017 Model Year Subaru BRZ. The most interesting fact about this new and slightly revised BRZ is the price and the fact that you can now get it with a 6 speed manual transmission. The OTR price inclusive of GST but without insurance is RM224,389 (manual transmission) and RM230,749 (automatic transmission). The price is interesting because it has been revised and is slightly lower than what I remember it to be. So a great big WooHoo!!!! is in order.

Ten Malaysians to duke it out in the upcoming MediaCorp Subaru Car Challenge 2017 for a chance to win a Subaru XV 2.0i-P

The Subaru Palm Challenge 2017 - Malaysia Face-Off took place over the past weekend at the Piazza, over at The Curve, Mutiara Damansara. After 8 hours and 9 minutes, there were 10 Malaysians that had managed to outlast other hopefuls through pure determination, and qualify for the MediaCorp Subaru Car Challenge 2017 – The Asian Face-Off in Singapore on the 28 – 31 October 2017. A Subaru XV 2.0i-P is awaiting the overall winner.

The Malaysian hopefuls will face 390 contestants from all over the Asian region. All want a chance at bringing home a brand new Subaru XV 2.0i-P. It may take days before a victor is declared as these are now regional winners and they can carry on keeping their palms on a Subaru for at least 8 hours minimum.

MALAYSIAN LEG OF THE SUBARU PALM CHALLENGE 2017 RETURNS

It's back. The Subaru Palm Challenge is back! This is the annual event where a bunch of people place their hands on a Subaru and whoever keeps it on the car the longest, will get a chance to enter the Asian finals in Singapore and go through the whole thing again and win a Subaru. This year, Motor Image Malaysia will start the Malaysian part of the challenge at Piazza, The Curve on the 22nd of July 2017. 

The STOP THE CRASH event by ASEAN NCAP on Road Safety equipment and tech - Proton, Toyota, Subaru, Volvo and most Importantly, BOSCH with their Motorcycle ABS

I spent this tuesday morning at the Sepang International Circuit at the Stop The Crash Event organised by  ASEAN NCAP and also MIROS (Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research). This was the first ever event conducted by ASEAN NCAP on road safety awareness but from a technology point of view. Vehicles with the latest in road safety technology were brought out and the safety features were demonstrated to the guest who attended the event, which by the way is also carried out tomorrow (the 30th of November 2016) for those who have pre-registered.

Malaysia Autoshow 2016 opens its doors today - Highlights of the Autoshow and other details

This year's Malaysia Autoshow has started today and will continue till the 13th of November 2016 over at the Mines International Exhibition and Trade Centre in Seri Kembangan. The Malaysia Automotive Institute, a government body under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) is the sole oorganiser of the autoshow and it is a showcase of the Malaysian automotive industry as well as the National Automotive Policy 2014, the automakers and other parts of the automotive industry. It is also a place to showcase and create awareness to help turn the country into a regional base for Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) production.

Sunday Lite: SubaRUBBISH. Aka Proton Gen2.

You ain't fooling anyone, Proton Gen2.

Limited Subaru Russ Swift Show Units For Sale at Promo Prices starting 21 October 2016 - Time to get your Scooby!

If you're interested in procuring a Subaru but need a little more incentive now's the time. Motor Image Malaysia, the authorised distributor of Subaru vehicles in Malaysia, will be selling limited show units including the Subaru Forester 2.0i-Premium,. These vehicles were previously used by international stunt driver Russ Swift during various Subaru roadshows. Motor Image Malaysia is offering these cars at a special promotional price commencing 21 October 2016.

More MY Auto Fest 2016 deals: BMW, FORD, DAIHATSU, PERODUA, NISSAN, JAGUAR LAND ROVER, SUBARU VOLVO, MERCEDES BENZ

The My Auto Fest 2016 is on from the 20th to the 22nd of May 2016. There you will find many deals, food, merchandise and test drive of many models outside the event hall (photo below). No. This isn't some huge, mega motor show. At least we have quite a proper one with new car previews - the new Honda Civic was properly previewed, Peugeot had a 408 e-THP, Proton teased the Perdana, Hyundai brought out the IONIQ Hybrid. Something different. There even was a Tesla outside courtesy of GreenTech. And you can win a Nissan Almera if you book a car there. It is on till tomorrow. 

Facelifted Subaru Forester launched with two CKD 2.0i variants and a CBU turbocharged 2.0XT

The new facelifted Subaru Forester is now available in Malaysia. There are three options. Two Completely Knocked Down (CKD) variants – the Forester 2.0i priced at RM 144,948 and Forester 2.0i-P at RM 154,488,. The third variant is the fully imported completely built up (CBU) turbocharged 2.0XT from Japan. That is priced at RM 211,729. 

Motor Image launches the facelifted 2016MY Subaru XV in Malaysia

(from left) Jun Yong, Emcee of the day; Andrew Lee, General Manager, Motor Image Malaysia; Reza Mutalib, Executive Director, TC Subaru Sdn Bhd; Monika Sta Maria, 2015 Asia's Next Top Model runner up and Subaru Brand Ambassador

Motor Image, the authorised distributor of Subaru in Malaysia launched the facelifted Subaru XV sometime around brunch time today (that's breakfast and lunch time to you folks out there).  The MY16 or model year 2016 Subaru XV features the following improvements that I've laid down below.

TOKYO Motor Show 2015: Subaru Impreza 5 Door Concept -

The Tokyo Motor Show 2015 is currently ongoing. Subaru has decided to preview the next-generation Impreza 5 Door Concept there. The concept has a "Dynamic & Solid design with a hexagonal grille and "hawk-eye headlights." The Impreza Hatchback (which is what this really is) concept measures 4,400mm long, 1,880mm wide and 1,440mm tall with a wheelbase that spans 2,670mm. Subaru has decided not to reveal any other details as yet. So we do not know what engine, drivetrain and performance specs so far.

A short post for today - Similar but not the same?

A few days ago I was driving along LDP in the heavy traffic I saw this creeping up on my left side and then was driving right beside me. 

I was driving my trusty white car that day.

So I thought he was driving the same type of car as he was and I turned my head towards the car, smiling at the driver acknowledging "that we were driving the same brand of car". But he refused to turn his head towards me at all even though my car was actually pacing his car for a good 250 meters or so at about 25kmh due to the traffic.

I wonder why. Maybe he did not see me?

News: Subaru BRZ will have a second generation says Fuji Heavy Industries' boss

The Subaru BRZ will not be a one hit wonder. In response to the earlier report, the President of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd has stated in Automotive News that Subaru plans to have another generation of the BRZ. Yasuyuki Yoshinaga, president of Subaru's parent company, Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. also added that the current arrangement with Toyota will continue even though Toyota have another joint-venture arrangement with BMW to come up with a hybrid coupe.

Toyota still has a place in the BRZ story due to the fact that Subaru needs the volume that Toyota can sell (the BRZ's Toyota twin is the GT 86) in order for the BRZ to be viable in the first place. Whatever it is, it looks like this pure, normally aspirated rear wheel drive coupe is here to stay. For now that is.

News: Subaru BRZ may be axed due to a BMW-Toyota collaboration

The Subaru BRZ, or the Subaru version of the Toyota GT86 may be discontinued if Toyota and BMW's joint venture on the developement of a high performance sports car gathers momentum. The chief engineer responsible for the Toyota and Subaru versions, Tetsuya Tada, had stated in an interview with www.Drive.com.au that the program with the German brand could be expanded to include the next 86. 

The engineers are currently examining whether to keep the current 2.0liter flat four engine or replace it with something more conventional, or in my opinion, something 4 cylinder with a turbocharger that allows for better emissions and torque (as well as downsizing the engine even more).

Geneva 2014: Subaru Viziv 2 Concept - Subaru is showing us again how their future will NOT look like

Here is another concept car from Subaru. They've been showing us the Viziv Concept last year and now this one is called the Subaru Viziv 2 Concept. This concept showcases "environmental friendliness and driving pleasure" as well as "design and utility" at the highest level. What this plug-in hybrid crossover vehicle actually tells me is that THIS IS WHAT SUBARU WILL NOT BUILD FOR US IN THE NEAR FUTURE.

Why am I saying so?