Happenings: Bermaz Motor Hosts the 7th Mazda Charity Golf Tournament

Bermaz Motor, the authorised distributor for Mazda vehicles here in Malaysia, had hosted its 7th Mazda Charity Golf Tournament for the Mazda Medicare Fund (MMF) on the 1st of December 2019. The golf tournament was organised with the aim to provide humanitarian aid and medical relief to under privileged people in Malaysia. Bermaz Motor organises events like these to actively support charitable communities with financial aid such as old folk’s homes and orphanages. This is how Bermaz, and Mazda gives back to the community here in Malaysia.

Bermaz Reveals Price of the new 2019 Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV-G 2.5 Petrol Turbo for Malaysia

Bermaz, the official distributors of Mazda in Malaysia has finally revealed the prices for the new 2019 Mazda CX-5 2.5L SKYACTIV-G Turbo. The newest variant of the car comes in at RM181,770.80 before any insurance in Peninsula Malaysia. Quite reasonable as this is only about RM10k or so higher than what is offered in Japan (or thereabouts).

The All-New Mazda CX-8 Has Been Unveiled in Malaysia - No Official Price Yet But Bookings Are Open

The 2019 All-New Mazda CX-8 Crossover / SUV people carrier has been officially unveiled over at Mazda's Kulim Plant yesterday. The All-New Mazda CX-8 is locally assembled (CKD) at the Inokom, Kulim Plant and will eventually join the CX-5 which is assembled there for the regional export market. The new Mazda CX-8 is right now officially open for booking BUT, the official pricing will be announced at a later date as the first roll out of the CKD cars have only started with government approval for prices still not finalised as yet.

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. 

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. 

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. 

Mazda CX-8 Will Be On Display At The Upcoming Malaysia Autoshow 2019 - However, Note the Interior Preview Times On 12-14 April

Bermaz, the authorised distributor of Mazda here in Malaysia have announced the exclusive preview of the Mazda CX-8 at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow 2019. The now annual motorshow will be held on the 11-14 April 2019 at MAEPS. The venue is super suitable for a motorshow as it actually has a massive indoor and outdoor exhibition area for visitors to enjoy looking at the cars inside the halls and test drive the cars outside the exhibition halls. So while you catch a glimpse of the Mazda CX-8 inside the Mazda booth/pavilion, you can test drive some Mazda cars situated outside. 

Mazda Malaysia Now Offers 5 years Free Maintenance to go with their 5 years Warranty - It Used to be 3 Years.

The authorised distributors of Mazda vehicles in Malaysia, Bermaz Motor, has announced that brand new Mazda vehicles sold through official channels which have been registered from January 1, 2019 onwards will have 5-Years Manufacturer Warranty + 5 Years Free Maintenance (or 100,000km whichever comes first). The Free Maintenance period for Mazda vehicles sold in Malaysia by Bermaz was previously 3-Years or 60,000km Free Maintenance. This is quite a sweet deal from one of the better Japanese car brands out there.

Video Test Drive: 2018 Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV 2.0G 2WD GLS - Mazda's Mid-Priced SUV Offers a Lot

Here is another video review / test drive folks! I squeezed this in just before going on a short vacation. Even I would like to take advantage of this year end you know. So we have the video review of the 2018 Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV 2.0G 2WD GLS, folks. This is a nice mid-priced SUV which offers a lot.

Mazda Jelutong 3S Centre, Penang Opens - The 85th Mazda Outlet in Malaysia

Bermaz Motor has been busy. They have recently launched the updated 2018 Mazda CX-3 and unveiled the 2018 Mazda 6 at the official opening of the 85th Mazda outlet in Malaysia. The latest Mazda branch and 3S Centre is located in Jelutong, Georgetown, Penang. 

The Updated 2018 Mazda 6 is Now Open For Booking - 2.0L & 2.5L Petrol and 2.2L Diesel Variants in Sedan and Touring Wagon Available

Bermaz Motor have announced that the refreshed and New 2018 Mazda 6 will start selling here in Malaysia soon. According to the official Mazda distributors of Malaysia, the New 2018 Mazda 6 has been upgraded with more of a focus on premium feel and elegance. This is in line as the 6 is Mazda’s flagship passenger car (there are no Mazda9 sedans you know, only the full sized Mazda CX-9 SUV). 

Bermaz Launches the Refreshed 2018 Mazda CX-3 in Malaysia

Bermaz Motor, the official distributor of Mazda here in Malaysia has officially launched the refreshed and basically new 2018 Mazda CX-3. The CX-3 was first introduced in here in 2015 and has been slightly reworked, retuned and refined by Mazda to deliver what they would say as having greater elegance, better driving performance and efficiency.

Roadshow: The 2018 Mazda CX-3 is Being Displayed at the Mazda Roadshow at 1 Utama Shopping Centre

Bermaz, the authorised distributors of Mazda in Malaysia is currently having a roadshow over at the Oval Concourse at the 1 Utama Shopping Centre in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya starting from today, June 27 to July 1, 2018 (Wednesday to Sunday). They will be showcasing a wide range of Mazda models including the facelifted 2018 Mazda CX-3. 

Zero GST - BERMAZ Announces New 0% GST Prices Effective from 1st June 2018 Till Further Notice

In light of the latest announcement by the Government, Bermaz, the authorised importers and distributors of Mazda here in Malaysia have released their new GST zero-rated prices for all Mazda models. Prices are effective from 1st June 2018 onwards until further notice.

The Mazda Privilege Card Has Been Launched By Bermaz - Part of The Effort To Improve The Mazda Ownership Experience in Malaysia

The Mazda Privilege Card has just been launched by Bermaz, the authorised distributor of Mazda vehicles here in Malaysia. This new Mazda owners card is part of Bermaz's ongoing effort to improve the ownership  & after sales experience of Mazda owners here in Malaysia. The card is an extension of what they call the Mazda Peaceful Ownership Program. 

J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Index for Mass Market Cars 2017 - Toyota is champion, Mitsubishi second and Mazda third, and Honda comes in last!

Okayyyyyyy.. J.D. Power, the well known impartial organisation that conduct customer satisfaction surveys have announced that Toyota is the best in customer service satisfaction for the second year running! This is followed by Mitsubishi and then Mazda with Honda, yes, Honda coming in last among the non-premium mass market passenger car makers in Malaysia. Congratulations is in order to all of the three for making their customers feel like the are very appreciated. Aside from that, let me just state again that Honda has come in last. Even Volkswagen is up by a whole lot from 2016. 

NST-MAI Autoshow 2015 - Highlights of the Autoshow - Proton Pick Up Truck, Haval H2, Mazda CX-3, Cam Caravan and HRH Sultan of Selangor's Vintage cars

The NST-Malaysian Automotive Institute Autoshow 2015 was held over the last weekend. The main purpose of this show was to crown the NST/CBT/MAI's cars of the year 2015. So there were lots of participation from car manufacturers and authorised distributors. Aside from the usual cars displayed, these were the highlights of the show as well as cars that are slightly different and worth mentioning simply because they are new and/or haven't been launched yet.

1. The Proton Pick-up Truck Concept (above) - 

This is here because this is the first time I am viewing this truck. Nice chunky styling and you can see that it is based on the Proton EXORA SUV. It keeps the A pillar and B pillar with a new front end and a truck flatbed at the rear. It still keeps within the Exora's chassis dimensions, hence the short flat bed at the back but if it can fit a pair of bicycles I think this short style is okay. Don't think this would be a challenge to something like the Ford Ranger or an Isuzu as this is smaller than those.. But with these sort of looks, this small pick-up could be a niche market success for Proton. If priced right this truck can succeed. It has looks, some practicality and since its based on something proven like the Exora, should be able to generate sales volume for Proton. I mean, look at it. It does look good!!!!! Niche market Proton.....do remember this and work on it.

Bermaz officially launches the all-new 2015 Mazda MX-5 in Malaysia

Bermaz, the distributor for Mazda in Malaysia has officially launched the Mazda MX-5 Skyactiv with the 2.0liter 4 cylinder engine - one engine here in Malaysia in 6 speed automatic transmission form with the 6 speed manual coming in later. 

Shell's #Lovemyride Festival - 500 motorists get engine oil changes at a carnival

A total of 500 lucky motorists enjoyed the ultimate engine rejuvenating experience for their cars at the first-ever “#LoveMyRide” Festival organised by Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd over the weekend. Acording to Shell Malaysia,  a total of 378 cars received a free engine oil change on the first day of the festival, Saturday, June 13, 2015, to successfully create a new entry in the Malaysia Book of Records for the ‘most number of cars in a lubricant changing event. The overall target of 500 cars was achieved at 3.17 pm on Sunday, June 14, 2015, when another 122 cars underwent the free oil change. The two day event was held at MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur.

Shell Malaysia MD Tuan Haji Azman Ismail and Shell Lubricants GM Leslie Ng pour Shell Helix Ultra to symbolically open the Love My Ride Festival

Short test drive: 2015 Mazda 2 1.5 Hatchback - Definitely not your conventional supermini

Mazda launched the fourth generation Mazda 2 here in Malaysia recently. Two variants, one a hatchback, the other a sedan. Both get the same specs inside and out. The only difference is a boot and the other a hatch. Both cost RM88,000 or thereabouts and are seriously well equipped for the price. What this new Mazda 2 brings to the table are a lot of good things for supermini buyers out there.

If you compare with the older Mazda 2, the new one isn't based on the Ford Fiesta. It isn't all cute and cuddly anymore and is not all spare and very no-frills looking like the previous generation. What you get is basically a miniaturized Mazda 3 (or if you want to go all the way, the Mazda 6) in terms of external looks.