UMW Toyota Motor reveals their 'Beyond Zero Transformative Initiatives' - Move to Zero Event on until the 28th of February 2024 at Technology Park Malaysia

This, is more of an industry bit of news especially in the sustainability area. UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), who are the current leaders (in terms of overall sales) non-national automaker, presented its Beyond Zero initiative, which aligns with Toyota's global pursuit of Carbon Neutrality by 2050. The groundbreaking event, taking place from today until 28 February 2024 at the Technology Park Malaysia, presented transformative initiatives that showcased the brand's commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly practices.

UMW TOYOTA MOTOR EXTENDS A HAND TO CUSTOMERS AFFECTED BY FLOOD

 UMW Toyota is one of the many car companies offering some sort of assistance to those affected by the recent great flood which affected 8 states in Peninsular Malaysia. Here is the official press release that could be of help to those Toyota owners affected by the floods.

Shah Alam, 20 December 2021 - In response to the recent floods caused by unabated rains, UMW

Toyota Motor is offering a special Toyota Flood Assist Program to its customers impacted by the

flood.

2021 Toyota Corolla Cross Has Been Launched - Priced from RM124K Onwards for 2 Variants

The all-new Toyota Corolla Cross has been unveiled online today. According to UMW Toyota Motor, the Corolla Cross will go on sale from 25 March 2021. It offers a Corolla crossover for those who want a C segment sized car or a Corolla for urban and outdoor adventures. The new model will be a CBU or fully imported model from Toyota's plant in Thailand and is available in two variants; the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8V and Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8G. They are priced from RM134,000 (without sale tax exemption) and RM124,000 (with sale tax exemption until 30 Jun 2021) in Peninsular Malaysia without insurance. Still reasonable in terms of pricing as it is an ASEAN import thereby benefiting from the ASEAN tax break arrangements.

Announcement for a Special Service Campaign to Replace the Fuel Pump in Some Toyota and Lexus Models

Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Malaysia, have announced a recall or in Toyota talk, Special Service Campaign (SSC), which is an official call to replace the fuel pump on certain units of Toyota and Lexus models. This SSC is an expansion of earlier campaign which expands on the models stated earlier.

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 Now Open For Pre-Launch Booking

UMW Toyota Motor recently announced the order taking for the much awaited 2019 Japan Car of the Year, the All-New Toyota RAV4 from 10 June 2020 onwards. The sporty looking SUV is scheduled to be launched here in Malaysia within a day to two from the date of this article. UMW Toyota have already announced the price for this SUV and being fully imported, it will be priced from RM223,880 onwards.

UMW Toyota Motor ReOpens Selected Toyota Service Centres Around Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) has received approval from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) to re-open selected authorised Toyota service centres in Malaysia following the new directives pertaining to the COVID-19 Movement Control Order affecting the country. The company will open selected Toyota outlets for emergency and urgent service requirements only, at minimum capacity. So take note.

COVID-19 Coronavirus Update: UMW Toyota Motor Update on All Authorised Centre Services and Upcoming Events

2020 Toyota Alphard

Down below is the official statement by UMW Toyota for all of its business operation matters throughout the Movement Control Order in Malaysia. The Movement Control Order was put in place by the Malaysian Government to combat the uprise in COVID-19 coronavirus cases here. Most of the non-essential services in government and private sector workplaces have been asked to be put on hold from the 18 to 31 March 2020. In the case of UMW Toyota's authorised outlets, they will follow suit and cease operations until 31st March.

Fuel Pump Service Fix / Recall Campaign For Certain Toyota and Lexus Models (From 2013 to 2019) in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Malaysia have announced Special Service Campaign (SSC) to replace the fuel pump on some Toyota and Lexus models that were sold by them in 2013 to 2019 (2014 Corolla Altis shown above). If you have one of the cars mentioned herein which were officially sold by UMWT do give them a visit to get it fixed at no charge whatsoever. Only your time is needed to get it done folks!

UMW Toyota Announces Availability of the Brand New and Upgraded Toyota Alphard and Velfire MPVs in Malaysia

 

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced that the 2020 Toyota Alphard and Toyota Vellfire premium MPV models are now available for booking. Pre-launch orders will be accepted from now onwards at all authorized Toyota dealerships and UMWT branches nationwide. These new and slightly enhanced models will go on sale with prices starting from RM383,000 for the Vellfire (one variant) and RM465,000 for the Alphard (two variants). So those who want a brand new Alphard or Vellfire brought in through official channels with a more comprehensive warranty, you can go book 'em now.

New Toyota 3S Outlet Operated by Unitedstar Corporation Opens in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan

The authorised distributors for Toyota vehicles here in Malaysia, UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), together with their dealer Unitedstar Corporation Sdn Bhd, have officially opened their newest Toyota 3S (sales, service and spare parts) centre. The new 3S Toyota dealership is located in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan Darul Khusus.

UMW Toyota Launches the GR Supra & GR Garage (Launch Video with Supra Doing Donuts and Acceleration Here Too)

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the official distributors of Toyota vehicles here in Malaysia have officially introduced the All-New 2019 Toyota GR Supra. The All-New GR Supra (A90) is the current Toyota sports car flagship and brings back the 'Supra' moniker and is a joint venture car by Toyota and BMW which supplied the Z4 chassis and drivetrain for Toyota to spin its magic. 

All-New Toyota Corolla Altis Now Open For Booking - Prices Estimated at RM128K Onwards With Only The 1.8L Engine Available

The authorised distributors of Toyota here in Malaysia have announced that the All-New Toyota Corolla will be launched soon and UMW Toyota Motors have also stated that you can place your bookings for the C-segment sized sedan from today, the 12th of September 2019.

Special Service Campaign - UMW Toyota Needs You To Send In Certain Toyota Models For Another Airbag Inflator Fix - Better Get It Done Folks!

The official arm of Toyota here in Malaysia has issue a Special Service Campaign (SSC), or service recall, for certain  Toyota models which were previously affected by the previous free airbag inflator service fixes. This is because some of the replacement airbag inflator are still faulty. This Takata airbag debacle is still ongoing. I have to say that Takata has made life difficult for everyone in recent times. Anyway, the affected models are about 41,000 Toyota Vios, Corolla Altis, Camry made between 2001 to 2013.

Toyota Malaysia Announces Upgrades To The 2019 Toyota Hilux, Fortuner & Innova

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the distributors for Toyota in Malaysia, has announced that they have made some changes or upgrades to the specifications of the 2019 Toyota Hilux pickup, the 2019 Fortuner SUV and the Innova MPV range of vehicles. All features either feature upgrades or minor enhancements. As for order takings for the new vehicles, it will begin at all authorized Toyota showrooms nationwide from 16 August, 2019.

UMW Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation Celebrates 50 Years of Local Production in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) is a successful Malaysian incorporated joint-venture company between UMW Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC). Today, the company and their stakeholders celebrated 50 years of local production in Malaysia with a special ceremony held at the company's newest manufacturing facility in Bukit Raja, Klang, Selangor. The historic event was graced by His Royal Highness Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah AlHaj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Alhaj, The Sultan of Selangor and Her Royal Highness Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor.  

The Toyota C-HR Receives Upgrades for 2019

The Malaysian variant of the popular Toyota C-HR has been slightly upgraded for 2019. As it enters its second year in the Malaysian market, UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd is now offering the fashion forward looking C-HR with some cosmetic updates as well as adding an optional TRD bodykit (Aerokit) for customers to choose. 

Newly Upgraded Toyota 2S Centre Operated by Crestmax Auto in Sg Penchala is Now Open

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the authorised distributor for Toyota vehicles in Malaysia, has announced the official opening of an upgraded Toyota 2S centre located in Sg Penchala, Kuala Lumpur. The new centre, operated by their dealers, Crestmax Auto (Services) Sdn Bhd (Crestmax Auto).