Offers & Promotions: Chinese New Year Festive Promo By Proton Cars Have Started - Discounts of Between RM3,500 to RM13,888 For Selected Models

Proton has kick started the Chinese New Year festive promotion for their cars. The company is giving out  prosperity discounts* for all Proton vehicle models. Proton will give up to RM3,500* for a Saga, up to RM4,500* for a Persona, up to RM5,000* for an Iriz, up to RM5,500* for an Exora and up to RM13,888* for a Perdana. Terms and conditions apply or course.

No. You Cannot Buy A Proton Car With Bitcoin - Dealer Who Advertised As Such Suspended

Bitcoin seems to be on people's mind these days. People are thinking that this virtual money can buy a lot of things even here in Malaysia until PROTON has decided to clarify on the matter. The whole thing became a bit of a viral hoo-haa because one PROTON dealer claimed that you could actually buy a Proton car using Bitcoin. This isn't the case folks. And the dealer has been suspended! So you CANNOT buy a Proton Iriz, Persona, Saga, Perdana, Ertiga with Bitcoin okay?

The MINI Clubman Sterling Edition Gets Reintroduced by MINI Malaysia Due to Popular Demand

MINI Malaysia has announced the return of the New MINI Clubman Sterling Edition This is a special limited run units with only 40 units available exclusively online for booking at mini.my/clubman-sterling. This follows the successful delivery of the first 20 units made available last year which sold out in within two weeks of being offered by MINI Malaysia exclusively via online booking.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS MALAYSIA Launches the CKD Version of the Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4L AWD

The locally assembled (CKD) version of the Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4L has been launched. This brings down the asking price for the SUV down from RM171,000+ to around RM155,000+ (before factoring in insurance). You're essentially getting it for RM10,000 cheaper approximately for the same car.

CYCLE & CARRIAGE BINTANG BECOMES THE LARGEST NETWORK OF DAIMLER AG CERTIFIED ‘CENTRE OF COMPETENCE’ IN MALAYSIA

Nestled near the foothills of Batu Caves is Cycle & Carriage Bintang Berhad's (Cycle Carriage Bintang) Mercedes-Benz Service Center. This Mercedes-Benz service center has been recognised by Daimler AG as one of their highest-ranking centres for collision repairs for Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the world. This little bit of trivia comes from the fact that Cycle Carriage Bintang they've become the largest network of Daimler AG certified 'Centre of Competence'  for Body and Paint Collision Repair Facilities here in Malaysia.

Trucks & Happenings: Volvo Trucks Malaysia Launches Road Safety Programme For Cyclists - 'See and Be Seen'

Volvo Trucks recently launched a global programme – See and Be Seen – aimed at creating road safety awareness for cyclists. The launch took place in Hin Hua High School, Klang where the event was held as part of the school's 70th anniversary celebrations. The Malaysian leg of the programme was launched during a scouting skills competition & campfire event where 800 scouts from all over Malaysia took part. 

New Colours For The 2018 Ford Ranger - Meteor Grey for the Wildtrak and Cool White for the FX4

Ford's official distributor in Malaysia has announced limited edition colour variants of the 3.2liter Ford Ranger Wildtrak and the 2.2liter Ranger FX4. These new limited edition colour variants usher in the new year for Ford and Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC). The Wildtrak gets Meteor Grey, which is a dark, dark grey, and the FX4 gets a while called Cool White, which you can see in the photo above. 

Third Generation KIA PICANTO to be Launched on the 10th of January 2018!

NAZA Kia is set to launch the third generation Kia Picanto on the 10th of January 2018 - only a week to be exact. This comes just after its preview at many Kia Red Cube showrooms nationwide as well as its preview at the recent Malaysia Autoshow 2017. [UPDATE - The launch article is here]

UMW Toyota Has Started Taking Orders For The Upcoming Facelifted 2018 Toyota Vios

This is an interesting bit for the passenger car industry here. When Toyota, or its Japanese counterpart Honda launch their latest B segment sedan here, everyone sits up at takes notice. So take note as UMW Toyota Motor has just announced that they've started taking bookings for the facelifted Toyota Vios.

Spotted For Sale: 2007 Audi A4 S Line aka White Angel - How Do They Come Up With These Names???

Well, the first question that begs asking is that what the heck is an Audi 'White Angel'? The answer to this is the white Audi A4 S Line from 2007 which you see above. The owner who wants to sell it off calls it 'White Angel'. Must be one heck of an Audi A4.

Industry News: Bentley Kuala Lumpur Appoints LAB Group As Their PR & Media Communications Agency

It has been announced that the LAB Group will be handling all PR and media communications duties, as well as media activity for Bentley Kuala Lumpur. Being the newly appointed partner to one of the best brands in the world in terms of luxury transportation, LAB will be entrusted with a whole lot of responsibility in terms of marketing and promoting Bentley Kuala Lumpur to Bentley owners, the Malaysian public and the media too.

Offers & Promotions: Volkswagen Offers Three (3) Years / 45,000km FREE Maintenance Programme For All New Volkswagens Purchased Beginning 1st January 2018

Alright, future Volkswagen owners rejoice! Slightly, at least for the first three years of purchase anyway as Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced the introduction of a Three Year Or 45,000km (which ever comes first) FREE maintenance programme for any new, bought from an authorised dealer, Volkswagen car registered from 1st January 2018 onwards! Total peace of mind for three years in terms of use. 

Spotted: Classic Mercedes-Benz W108 S-Class

I Spotted this immaculate W108 Mercedes-Benz S-Class yesterday while at the bank. This is most likely the later, late 1960s 280S model which somehow was more than the earlier 250S or 300S variants here in Malaysia. It is great to see classic cars like this still in use and in fantastic condition. 

Four PROTON Dealers Upgrading to 3S & 4S Centres - Part of The New Dealer Network Upgrade Program

PROTON's dealership network has now been made a little better. As part of their revitalisation plan, many of their dealers are currently in the midst of upgrading from the usual sales and service outlets (1S / 2S) to full 3S and / or 4S outlets nationwide. Recently, four of these dealers were the first to enter into the Dealers Network Upgrade Agreement which was entered upon by PROTON and Baiduri Auto Sdn Bhd, Bunga Raya Auto Credit Sdn Bhd, Setia Gemilang Auto Sdn Bhd and Vantage Speed Sdn Bhd.

Happenings: Ford and Sime Darby Auto Connexion Adds Cheer Together With Kupikupifm DJs to Patients at The Hospital Wanita dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah in Likas, Kota Kinabalu

Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC), the sole distributor of Ford in Malaysia made it an extra-memorable Christmas for the children at the children’s ward of Hospital Wanita dan Kanak- kanak Sabah, Likas, Kota Kinabalu when they contributed books, bags and stationary in support of the radio station, Kupikupifm and their DJs, Cheer to Patient CSR Programme. It made a lot of kids smile obviously.

Happenings: BMW Credit Malaysia Celebrates its 10th Year Anniversary With Their Top Customers & Corporate Partners

BMW Credit Malaysia recently hosted its Top Customers and Corporate Partners at a special appreciation dinner celebrating the organisation’s 10th year anniversary in the country. The event was held at The Glass House at Seputeh where everyone enjoyed an evening of fine dining coupled with the BMW experience thrown into the mix. Premium partners who were there for the special event were Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Bhd and Tokio Marine Insurance Group.

Malaysian Teams Do Well in the 2017 Land Rover 4x4 In Schools Technology Challenge World Final

Recently, over 150 talented students from 16 countries from all over the world attended the Land Rover 4x4 in Schools Technology Challenge World Final at Yas  Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi to participate in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) education competition. This is quite an ambitious and innovative Corporate Social Responsibility  initiative undertaken by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) as it actually unearths future talent for JLR. 

Happenings: Mercedes-Benz Malaysia's 'Christmas in a ShoeBox' Brings Some Cheer to Needy Children Again

Ho Ho Ho. Merry Christmas! It was a merrier Christmas than usual for 46 children from three charity homes as Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) hosted them for a full day of events. This is the ninth year running that MBM has held their annual 'Christmas in a Shoebox' (CIAB) initiative where the Malaysian arm of the premium automaker gives back to the community and more.

Hyundai KONA Receives 5 Stars For The Euro NCAP

Hyundai Motor’s All-New KONA has received the maximum five-star safety rating from the independent vehicle assessment organisation Euro NCAP. This is for the Euro spec 1.0liter T-GDi petrol and the 1.6 CRDi turbo diesel variants. This result marks out the new B segment SUV as one of the safest vehicles in the segment, convincing in all four categories: Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Pedestrian and Safety Assist.

JAGUAR LAND ROVER MALAYSIA Set To Launch The Range Rover Velar By the Second Quarter of 2018

There are two SUVs from Jaguar Land Rover that I am eagerly awaiting their arrival to our Malaysian shores. They are the recently previewed Land Rover Discovery (at the recent Malaysia Autoshow 2017) and the recently launched Range Rover Velar, which would be launched early in the second quarter of 2018. The Velar is the latest Range Rover which sits between the entry level Range Rover Evoque and the Range Rover Sport.

Ford Malaysia & Sime Darby Auto Connexion Unveils Its First ChatBot (Beta) and Multi Language Option On Official Ford Website

Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC), the sole distributor for Ford vehicles in Malaysia had recently debuted its 1st chatbot. This initiative is part of SDAC’s continuous efforts to engage with their customers in a quick and easy approach. 

ASEAN NCAP Q4 2017 – Two 5 Stars Achievers (New Perodua Myvi & New Toyota Vios / Yaris and Two Zero Stars Results (Chery Transcab & Suzuki Carry trucks)

The New Car Assessment Programme for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has announced four new crash test results for the 4thQuarter of 2017. All have been tested in ASEAN NCAP's facility in Melaka and ASEAN NCAP’s latest tested models for 2017 are the Perodua Myvi, Toyota Vios, Chery Transcab and Suzuki Carry.

The All-New Perodua Myvi officially receives its 5-star safety certification from ASEAN NCAP

Today the all-new Perodua Myvi officially receives its 5-star safety certification from ASEAN NCAP. This Malaysian all-time favourite was tested and rated based on ASEAN NCAP’s latest 2017-2020 protocol where it scored 32.71 points out of a possible 36 for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), representing a 90.9% compliance, and 43.14 points out of a possible 49 for Child Occupant Protection (COP), representing an 88% compliance. Safety is affordable these days.

UMW Toyota Motor Announces Five New Toyota TopMark Outlets in Peninsular Malaysia - More Places to Buy Proper Used Toyota Vehicles

The Toyota TopMark network is currently being expanded to more locations throughout Malaysia. The official Toyota used car sales outlets offer the latest Toyota & Toyota Hybrid Certified Pre-Owned Cars (and selected Lexus cars also) to those who want a Toyota almost as good as a brand new one. Now four authorised Toyota dealers of UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) are now Toyota TopMark dealers too.

Happenings: Short Film ‘Never Was the Shade’ by Lim Kean Hian Wins the BMW Shorties 2017

‘Never Was the Shade’, a short film by Lim Kean Hian, has emerged as the Grand Prize Winner for the BMW Shorties 2017. This is the 11 th edition of Malaysia’s longest running and short film competition. This is one way how the BMW Group Malaysia gives back to the people - time time, through the art of film making.

Industry Outlook: PROTON Top Dealers Visit Geely in China - New Things To Learn and To Do and Consequences

Recently, PROTON took its top dealers to visit Geely in China to show them how Geely dealers operate their centres in Shanghai. The trip consisted of 28 top PROTON sales and service center owners, accompanied by PROTON officials and a representative from a financial institution. 

Happenings: Mercedes-Benz Services Malaysia & Make-A-Wish Fulfill Wishes of Two Children Fighting Cancer

Mercedes-Benz Services Malaysia (MBSM), part of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, believe that success and social responsibility go hand-in-hand are working together with the non-profit organisation, Make-A-Wish, to create wonderful memories for two children who have been diagnosed with cancer. 

Happenings: Battle of The Clubs 2017 - Goodyear Malaysia Organises Car Club Challenge For Malaysian Car Clubs!

Goodyear Malaysia is currently hosting Battle of The Clubs 2017 for eight selected car clubs in Malaysia, featuring a series of fun team challenges, in search for the Best Car Club 2017. The challenge first started in early August 2017 and the “Time Attack” round for the event had just concluded. Participants are now gearing up for the next challenge known as “On The Road Treasure Hunt” across Klang Valley happening tomorrow (as I type), 17 December 2017.

NZ WHEELS JOHOR BAHRU AUTOHAUS Has Been Upgraded - First AMG Performance Centre In The Southern Region

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (MBM) together with authorised dealer NZ Wheels, has officially re-opened their completely refurbished Mercedes-Benz NZ Wheels Johor Bahru Autohaus (Mercedes-Benz NZ Wheels JB Autohaus). 

Porsche Macan SportDesign Unveiled - Limited to 40 Units Only

Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), Malaysian distributors of Porsche, introduced the new Macan SportDesign Series yesterday. The Macan SportDesign Series gets a lot of equipment which is usually in the options list. It is priced at RM 545,000.00 including all applicable duties, except registration fee, road tax and insurance. This actually represents a substantial saving compared to a similarly well equipped Macan. It is however exclusively limited to only 40 units. 

Truck News: HINO Total Support Contest Malaysia - In Its 4th Year With 110 Contestants From All Over Malaysia This TIme Around

Last weekend was Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd's (HMSM) Hino ‘Total Support Contest’ (TS Contest) for 2017. 110 contestants from over a hundred Hino dealerships throughout Malaysia had participated in this annual skills competition meant for Hino sales and after sales personnel. 

Site Update, New Shortie Video Posted - Motoring-Malaysia's 'Office' At The Sepang Circuit

It's December 2017, and every time December rolls by I usually take a break in terms of pounding out articles, work or any sort of thing that needs me to use intensive labour or use my brains a bit more than usual. If you've been following my stuff over the years you would know that I value Quality of Life above anything else. So, after nearly eleven months of doing stuff, I take a few days to chill and relax a little. The video above was uploaded today and shows off Motoring-Malaysia's 'office' at the Sepang Circuit. 

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Offers & Promotions: 6+1 Limited Edition Justice League Collectible Toy Cars via Caltex JOURNEY TM Card

The Justice League Cars promotion is now ongoing for Caltex JOURNEY Card or B Infinite card members. This promotion, which runs from now until 31 January, 2018, offers six (6) Justice League mini-figure heroes and their custom cars. This could be something collectible for those who are DC Comics movie fans and also Caltex customers out there who would like to just buy or redeem something different.

Volkswagen and Lazada Malaysia's Collaboration To Sell Limited Edition Beetles A Roaring Success - All 12 Sold Out In 20 Minutes

The future just arrived. Volkswagen and Lazada Malaysia have sold out all 12 units of the limited edition Beetles within 20 minutes of it being open for bookings. The 12 units of Beetles were offered through Lazada's online portal at a retail price of RM112,112 (before registration and taxes) and one had to place their booking (and its fee) through the website which twelve or so people did.

BMW Group Malaysia Introduces The New BMW and MINI Service Online - Schedule Your Servicing Via Their Website

BMW Group Malaysia has announced what it considers to be the country's first online service scheduling system for BMW and MINI customers. With this, customers can schedule the service needs for their vehicles directly at their preferred authorised dealership via the BMW Malaysia and MINI Malaysia website. 

Volkswagen Seremban Officially Opens For Business - The First Authorised Volkswagen 3S Centre in Negeri Sembilan

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) and HICOM Auto today launched the Volkswagen Seremban 3S Centre. Currently this is the only authorized Volkswagen centre in Negeri Sembilan and it is the second Volkswagen 3S Centre by HICOM Auto after Volkswagen Semenyih. 

Offers & Promotions: Mazda Festive Carnival Is Now On Till 31st December 2017

It is now Mazda's turn to celebrate the end of 2017 with more offers and promos. It could be the perfect time to get that Mazda you always wanted as there is now a nationwide Mazda Festive Carnival which will go on till the end of December 2017.  According to Bermaz Auto Berhad, who are the exclusive distributor of Mazda in Malaysia, there will be Mazda Festive exclusive deals, lucky dip, and instant gifts upon sign up of any Mazda vehicles. Demo units for the Mazda2 and Mazda CX-5 will be available, prices starting from RM 65,000 and RM 110,000 respectively.

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.

Bus / EV News: DEFTECH Announces the Putra NEDO EV Bus - Malaysia's First Super Quick Charge Electric Vehicle

DEFTECH, DRB-HICOM's subsidiary has unveiled Malaysia’s first Super Quick Charge (SQC) Electric Vehicle (EV) - the Putra NEDO EV bus. The SQC EV Bus project is part of  the Memorandum of Understanding entered into by Perbadanan Putrajaya (PPj) and New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) of Japan. The SQC EV bus project is the first step into making the Federal Government Administrative Centre, Putrajaya, a more eco-friendly city.

Truck News: ISUZU MALAYSIA Delivers 115 Units of Isuzu ELF Trucks to City-Link Express

This is quite a deal for Isuzu Malaysia. The Japanese vehicle manufacturer recently delivered 115 units of various Isuzu trucks to City-Link Express (M) Sdn Bhd as part of their 2017 fleet agreement purchase. This saw 105 units of the Isuzu ELF 4-wheeler (NLR77UEE) model and 10 units of the Isuzu ELF 6-wheeler (NQR75UKN) model. This new trucks now join the City-Link fleet of which now has 322 units of Isuzu trucks.

Offers & Promotions: Toyota Malaysia's Year End Promos - Save Up To RM7,000 On A New Toyota

The Toyota RM1,000,000 Bonanza promotion is currently ongoing. You can save up to RM7,000 get some free official Toyota accessories and get free service for up to 5 years if you buy and register a new Toyota during this month of December. During this promotion period, three lucky buyers will also stand a chance to win the Grand Prize, Toyota Camry Hybrid 2.5. Another 100 lucky buyers will also receive a smartphones worth RM5,000 each too. 

Volkswagen and Lazada Malaysia Officially Announces The Online-Exclusive Limited Edition Beetle Which You Can Book & Buy Online

 

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) and Lazada Malaysia has officially announced a unique collaboration that will see 12 limited edition Volkswagen Beetles sold online. The partnership offers Malaysians the chance to buy an exclusive Volkswagen Beetle via Lazada’s online platform. This could be the first time a car is offered where the initial move to purchase is made through the internet.

Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Racing Festival at MAEPS was a roaring success

The Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Racing Festival that happened over the past weekend actually became quite a successful motorsport and motoring festival as some 20,000 spectators came to the venue at the Malaysia Ago Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) to soak in the action, thrilling races, entertainment and more. So much energy from what was an event surrounding a one make Toyota Vios race challenge!

You Can Buy a Limited Edition Volkswagen Beetle Via Lazada Malaysia

Now you can actually buy a whole car through Lazada Malaysia, that online portal where you can actually buy everything from baby diapers to engine oil. Lazada Malaysia and Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia are working together where they will sell 12 limited edition Volkswagen Beetle cars online.

MALAYSIA AUTOSHOW 2017 RECEIVED ALMOST 255,000 VISITORS, 2018 AUTOSHOW DATES ANNOUNCED

Two weeks have passed since the  Malaysia Autoshow 2017 ended. The motor show recorded over 255,000 visitors. Quite a respectable number.

J.D. Power 2017 Malaysia Initial Quality Study SM (IQS) Finds Honda, Isuzu, Perodua & Toyota Tops For Initial Quality in Its New Cars

Been a bit busy to actually type a whole lot if stuff as I am on a well deserved holiday. Well deserved according to me, that is. Anyway, down below is the J.D. Power 2017 Malaysia Initial Quality Study SM (IQS)

Sunday Lite: Photoshop Madness...the Perodua OMG45

Some Smart Alec has decided to AMG an all-new Perodua Myvi. We call it the Myvi OMG 45 after the Mercedes-AMG A45. But this is the Malaysian 'God-Car' version....the Oh My God 45. Now you don't need to spend so much to fly.

Mitsubishi Motors Flood Relief Effort With The Triton Tuners Club & 40% off Mitsubishi Genuine Parts and Labour For Those Affected By The Floods In Penang

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia, the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Malaysia have announced a Flood Relief Effort for Mitsubishi owners affected by the recent flood disaster in Penang. The company will offer a 40% discount on spare parts and labour prices from today until 31 December 2017 for Mitsubishi vehicles damaged by the recent floods. 

VIDEO: 2017 VOLVO V90 T5 WAGON TEST DRIVE - We Try Out Volvo's Entry Into The Premium Car Segment

Here is our latest video folks! The Test of the 2017 Volvo V90 T5 Wagon. A fine car, well designed, stylish, quite practical and a little bit flawed. But as far as wagons go, you cannot find any better here in Malaysia at this point of time.

UMW Toyota Motor Donates A Toyota Camry Hybrid to Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

Recently UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd. (UMWT), the distributors of Toyota here, made a donation of a Toyota Camry Hybrid to Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. The vehicle will be used for technical research and development study by the researchers and students who are studying under the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). 

PERODUA Has Received Over 13,000 Bookings Of The All-New Myvi To Date - Has Already Delivered 1,000 Units

Perodua have started deliveries of the all-new Perodua Myvi compact hatchback and about 1,000 units have already been delivered to their owners. This is good news as it would seem that deliveries are fast and it needs to be fast considering that Perodua has actually received over 13,000 bookings since the car was open for bookings.