Upcoming Event: The BMW Motorrad Nightfuel 2018 is Happening This 7th April 2018 at The Putrajaya Recreational Airport - Live Music, Food, Games & Motorcycles

Making Life a Ride is the theme for BMW Motorrad Malaysia's 4th BMW Motorrad Nightfuel event this coming Saturday, 7th April at the Putrajaya Recreational Airport. BMW Motorrad Malaysia promises a night of music, fun and food as well as BMW motorcycles of course! The event is open to all BMW Motorrad owners and there is also a convoy where further details can be found at authorised dealers.

Contest: You Are Invited To Vote The Name Of PROTON's First SUV & Win Prizes Worth Over RM100,000!

PROTON had launched an online poll recently where all Malaysians are invited to vote for the name of its first SUV. You know, the Geely Boyue based SUV that is scheduled to be launched at the end of this year. The online poll will run for one month on the official PROTON Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ProtonCarsOfficial) and is open to all Malaysians with no strings attached. You don't have to buy a car or anything from them to participate!

Lucky Volkswagen Malaysia Winner Mohamad Syazwan Will Head For The Wörthersee GTI Festival 2018

Mohamad Syazwan bin Mohamad Naim is one lucky fella! Last saturday, he beat two other finalists and won the grand prize of an all-expense trip to the Wörthersee GTI Festival in Austria, courtesy of the Wörthersee GTI contest organised by Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) in conjunction with the Malaysian launch of the new, facelifted Volkswagen Golf which many enthusiasts call the Golf Mk7.5.

Motorsport: A Fabulous Ending To The First Toyota Vios Challenge Race Series - The Toyota GAZOO Racing Festival Is A Success for UMW Toyota

The first ever Vios Challenge season here in Malaysia recently concluded at the final races on the 24th and 25th of March 2018. It was a satisfying end to the one make series which can be said to be quite an effort for a car manufacturer. Whilst increasing the profile of the simple Toyota Vios by making it into a racing car, it is also a noble initiative by Toyota Malaysia to introduce grassroot racing to the general population. 

Test Drive (with Video) : 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4 TSI Highline With Optional Accessories - Revisiting the Tiguan

I was offered another go at the Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4 TSI recently. Those that follow this blog would remember that I actually wrote about this in April last year (2017). I initially road tested the Tiguan then during the media drive in conjunction with its Malaysian launch. I came away satisfied with its overall feel and performance to say the least. Somehow, I now found myself in another one courtesy of the friendly people at Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia. This time its a 2017-2018 Malaysian specced Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4 TSI Highline edition. 

BMW Group Malaysia and Dealer Tian Siang Premium Auto Unveil i Charging Stations in Ipoh, Perak

BMW Group Malaysia and their dealers in Ipoh, Tian Siang Premium Auto, recently unveiled three new BMW i Charging Stations at the WEIL Hotel in Ipoh, Perak. This makes ownership of a BMW plug-in hybrid car a little better if you live in Ipoh or are visiting the capital city of the state of Perak. It also further demonstrates BMW's commitment towards their Future Mobility ideals here in Malaysia.

The Malaysia Autoshow 2018 Is An Upcoming Motorshow That Should Not Be Missed - Scheduled For The 26 - 29 April, 2018

There is a major motorshow which will be held in a few weeks time here in Malaysia folks. This is the fourth edition of the annual Malaysia Autoshow organised by Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) and will be held from 26 th to 29 th April, 2018 at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS). This round of the Malaysia Autoshow continues in the footsteps of the previous Malaysia Autoshow in 2017 which recorded over 250,000 visitors. Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) is confident to attract more visitors to this year’s event, which promises a diverse and immersive automotive experience for all visitors.

PROTON Continues its Turnaround with More Dealers Upgrading their Outlets & also a Trip To Geely's Facilities in China

PROTON's turnaround process is continuing at a slow and steady pace. Recently the company had announced that 10 more of its dealers will be upgrading their outlets to 3S and 4S. This follows the earlier two batches which were held in December 2017 and January 2018.

Happenings: At the MAI Auto Festival 2018 in Bagan Datuk, Perak - 30th March to 1st April, 2018

The Malaysia Automotive Institute held the MAI Auto Festival 2018 which took place from March 30 to earlier today, at SMK Hutan Melintang, Bagan Datuk, Perak. It was officially opened by Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB. Dato' Seri DiRaja Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, yesterday where he also gave away the main prize for the lucky draw which was a Perodua Axia.

Renault Koleos Signature - A More Premium Variant of The Koleos 2WD is Now Available in Malaysia

TC Euro Cars (TCEC), the authorised distributor of Renault vehicles in Malaysia, have announced another variant in the Malaysian Renault Koleos lineup - the Renault Koleos Signature. This is a a new two-wheel drive (2WD) variant of Renault’s flagship D-segment SUV and it is now available for booking at all Renault branch showrooms nationwide. Prices of this new variant sits somewhere in between the Koleos 2WD and the Koleos 4WD, at RM198,800 (on-the-road inclusive of GST, without insurance, for Peninsular Malaysia and private registration) onwards.

Range Rover Velar is the World Car Design of the Year at the 2018 World Car Awards - Malaysian Preview in April 2018!

The Range Rover Velar has won the World Car Design of the Year title at the 2018 World Car Awards. It may be only the second most affordable Range Rover in the Range Rover lineup, after the Range Rover Evoque, it looks every bit a worthy edition. But whilst this bit of news deserves to be celebrated, another little bit of news is interesting for those who would want to own the Velar here in Malaysia. It will be reaching Malaysia sometime in April 2018 and it is local distributors Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia have already announced that they are taking bookings for the good looking SUV!

Volkswagen Malaysia Has Announced A Service Maintenance Schedule Revision For Volkswagen Cars - More Ownership Cost Savings In The Long Run

Good news for all Volkswagen owners out there! Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced a revision on the Service Maintenance Schedule for Volkswagen cars. The new Service Maintenance Schedule will be effective beginning the 1st of April 2018 and according to VPCM, it can offer up to 26% savings for Volkswagen owners (if calculated based on a 5 year or 75,000km duration. This revision will be implemented mainly due to extended replacement intervals of certain components. 

Contest: Win An EMEL Edition Renault Captur - The Grand Prize in the EMEL ColourfulRaya Contest 2018

TC Euro Cars (TCEC), the authorised dealers of Renault vehicles in Malaysia, today announced the COLOURFULRAYA CONTEST 2018. This is a collaboration with local fashion label EMEL where a special EMEL edition Renault Captur will be given away as the grand prize.The EMEL Captur is an Ivory (body) / Diamond Black (roof) in a one-of-a-kind lace print livery on the outside that reflects the EMEL Raya 2018 Collection theme of Chantilly lace. #ColourfulRaya

SDS Bakeries Sdn Bhd Wins Grand Prize of a Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 and a Trip to Japan in the 2017/2018 FUSO Diamond Contest Grand Draw

Buy a truck and win a heck of a lot. This seems to be the what happens when you buy a FUSO  truck (or more) and you then get to participate in a lucky draw like the recently concluded 2017/2018 FUSO Diamond Contest Grand Draw. Organised by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles (MBM CV), the Grand Draw’s ultimate prize or prizes, which is a Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 and a trip to Japan was won by SDS Bakeries Sdn Bhd. 

Toyota Announces Special Service Campaign Expansion For Some Toyota Vios, Corolla Altis and Alphard Sold In Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the official distributor of Toyota vehicles in Malaysia has announced an expansion of the Special Service Campaign (SSC) to replace the inflator modules of the front passenger side airbag to certain Toyota Vios, Corolla Altis and Alphard sold in Malaysia. A total of around 21,000 vehicles are involved in this service campaign. These are the above vehicles which were manufactured from Jan 2013 to Dec 2014 and sold by UMWT. This SSC is  another expansion of the earlier campaigns announced by Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC).

Upcoming Event - The MAI Auto Festival 2018 from March 30 to April 1, 2018, at SMK Hutan Horizontal, Bagan Datuk, Perak.

The Malaysian Automotive Industry (MAI) will be organizing the MAI Auto Festival 2018!. This Auto Festival will take place from March 30 to April 1, 2018, at SMK Hutan Horizontal, Bagan Datuk, Perak. This is quite a unique event because it is actually held far from any large cities in Peninsular Malaysia! It is at least an hour or so from Ipoh, the capital of the state of Perak and will actually showcase 61 automotive companies that do business here in Malaysia. 

Sime Darby Auto Performance Launches the New Panamera Sport Turismo - Three Variants With Prices Starting At a Mere RM990,000

Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the folks who are the authorised distributors of Porsche here in Malaysia have launched the new Panamera Sport Turismo. Based on the Porsche Panamera sports sedan, the Panamera Sport Turismo is more like a Shooting Brake or Sports Wagon... or an oversized hot hatch rather than the more four door 911 type looks of the Panamera. It is basically different in that it has a larger rear opening with a low loading point, increased boot space and a 4+1 seating meaning that it offers a tad bit more practicality than the regular Panamera. If the word 'regular' could be used in the same sentence with a Panamera, that is.

Michelin LTX Force Tyre Experience: Michelin Malaysia Shows Off The Michelin LTX Force Range of Tyres At The MICHELIN 'OFF-ROAD DAYS' Event

I had the opportunity to participate in the first-ever MICHELIN OFF-ROAD DAYS event here in Malaysia recently. Held from the 20th to the 23rd March of 2018, it was meant to showcase Michelin's current range of Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and 4x4 tyres. This included their latest on-and-off-road tyre, the MICHELIN LTX FORCE. 

The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App Is Launched For Malaysian Customers

These days, the smartphone and many of its applications are an integral part of our lives. From making simple things like telephone calls, messaging one another, looking for stuff on the internet, buying goodies and more it is now conducted through the smartphone via applications or programs. So now, BMW Group Malaysia has now introduced the BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App, a loyalty mobile application for BMW White Card, MINI Black Card and BMW Excellence Club members to access their privileges when on the move.

UMW Toyota Are Now Selling The Upgraded 2018 Toyota Alphard and Toyota Vellfire MPVs

The officially brought in Toyota Alphard and Toyota Vellfire variants have been upgraded for 2018. UMW Toyota Motor, authorised distributors for Toyota here in Malaysia have announced that both these popular Multi Purpose Vehicles (MPVs) have received upgrades and improvements to that they offer better value for those buying them. According to UMW Toyota, new specs include a new engine and transmission for the Alphard 3.5liter as well as upgraded active safety systems for both models. This offers bragging rights to those buying the fully imported premium MPV from authorised sources.

Video: The Toyota Fortuner 2.7 Petrol 4x4 Demonstration Run At The Toyota GAZOO Racing Festival Final Race Weekend 2018

This is a short video I made on the 2017 / 2018 Toyota Fortuner 2.7 Petrol variant doing a demonstration run at the recent Toyota GAZOO Racing Festival final race weekend at the Technology Park Kuala Lumpur in Bukit Jalil. You can see it going through the paces with the traction control, hill ascent and hill descent systems making easy progress through the course.

Motorcycles: Millennium Welt Opens New BMW Motorrad Dealership Caters For Seremban and its Surrounds

BMW Motorrad Malaysia via their authorised dealers, Millennium Welt, had recently officially opened the first-ever BMW Motorrad showroom in Seremban.  Millennium Welt are dealers of BMW and MINI cars in Seremban, Batu Pahat and in Kuantan. Now, the group has decided to expand their BMW operations to include or simply put, BMW motorcycles in Seremban. This new BMW Motorrad center will cater to the population of Seremban and its surroundings.

Sime Darby Auto Performance Offers Three Unique Porsche 911 GT3 For The Malaysian Market

Wanting the make the already unique Porsche 911 GT3 even more special, Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the official importer and distributor of Porsche cars in Malaysia have announced the introduction of three unique Porsche 911 GT3. These 911 GT3, under the Porsche Exclusive Manfaktur program, have been commissioned by SDAP exclusively for the Malaysian market - featuring Meissen Blue, Signal Green and Riviera Blue. According to SDAP, this is to further enhance their customer experience offering a more unique experience.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles and Cycle & Carriage Bintang Opens New 3S Centre for Mercedes-Benz and FUSO Commercial Vehicle Customers in Ipoh

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles (MBM CV) has officially opened their latest 3S commercial vehicle centre with their long time partners, Cycle & Carriage Bintang Berhad. The Cycle & Carriage Bintang Commercial Vehicle Centre (Cycle & Carriage CV Centre) in located in Gopeng, Perak. This is just a stone's throw away from the Ipoh, the capital of the state of Perak. The launch is significant as it is Cycle & Carriage Bintang’s 13th Mercedes-Benz dealership, and its entrance into the FUSO retail business, having previously provided FUSO after sales only.

2018 Maserati Ghibli Now On Sale In Malaysia With Prices Starting From RM618,000

The 2018 Maserati Ghibli is now being offered in Malaysia and it is on display (and available for test drives) at Naza Italia's Showroom in Petaling Jaya. Naza Italia are the official distributors of Maserati here in Malaysia. This latest edition sports some restyling and a thorough upgrade of its equipment. It brings a welcome and timely update to what has been Maserati's best selling model globally as this revision includes upgrades that allow it to compete on equal footing with the rest of the premium luxury class.

First Customers of Toyota C-HR Take Delivery of Their Vehicles Marking The Official Launch of the Compact Crossover in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT), the folks officially distributing Toyota here in Malaysia, have delivered the first 50 units of the All New Toyota C-HR compact crossover to its customers. The small ceremony was held  at the Technology Park Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with the Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Racing Festival and Vios Challenge finale race party. Also present at the ceremony was the Chief

Engineer of the All New Toyota C-HR, Mr. Takatomo Suzuki ,who made a short presentation on the C-HR.

The New Facelifted Volkswagen Golf Mk7.5 is Now Available For Booking In Malaysia

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has unveiled the Volkswagen Golf facelift here and they are now accepting bookings at all authorised dealerships throughout the country. The new Golf, known as the Golf Mk 7.5, will have a 4 variant lineup -  the Golf TSI 1.4 in Sportline (the new base mode) and R-Line (the base model with a sportier bodykit), the Golf GTI and the range topping Golf R. Prices start at RM155,990 for the fully imported hatchback.

Upcoming Event: The Final Race of the Inaugural Vios Challenge Season is This Weekend at Technology Park Malaysia - 24-25 March 2018

Folks, if you like to soak in some motorsport atmosphere you can head over to Technology Park Malaysia in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumper and witness the inaugural Vios Challenge season finale this weekend. The first ever overall champion of the Vios Challenge will be crowned. The one make challenge series is being held as part of the Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Racing Festival it will conclude a race series where 40 identically-built Toyota Vios racing cars competing in three classes race against each other.

Happenings: Renault Malaysia (TC Euro Cars) Announces The Winners of the First-Round Draw For The Renault 'Buy & Win' Contest

TCEuro Cars, the sole franchise holder for Renault vehicles in Malaysia recently announced the three winners for the first-round draw of their Renault ‘Buy & Win’ contest. The three lucky people are Najhan Pata bin Sairi, Guillaume Li Ting Khoo and Saraswathy A/P Kulasingham. They had bought a Renault Fluence, Captur and Captur models respectively and each of them won RM1,500 worth of travel vouchers.

Apollo Tyres Malaysia Are Now Offering 5 Additional Tyre Sizes in The Apollo-Manchester United Tyre Range

Apollo Tyres had recently announced that they are now offering an additional 5 tyre sizes to its current range of tyres. These new additions are part of their unique dual branded Apollo-Manchester United tyre range. According to the tyre maker, these new tyres expands their range and at the same time offers some custom designed tyres especially for football fans throughout Malaysia. Of course, even hardcore Liverpool fans can buy these tyres, if you want to of course.

Volkswagen Is The Official Automotive Partner For The Le Tour de Langkawi 2018

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced that Volkswagen is the official automotive partner for the Le Tour de Langkawi 2018 (which is currently ongoing - as at 22nd March 2018). Le Tour de Langkawi has been held in Malaysia since 1996. It is a multiple stage bicycle race held throughout Malaysia. It has gained multiple accolades and is now seen as a permanent fixture in the global competitive cycling calendar, attracting the world’s top riders. 

BMW Malaysia Launches the BMW X2 Sports Activity Coupe

BMW Group Malaysia has launched the first ever BMW X2 here in Malaysia at an event right smack in the Golden Triangle, Kuala Lumpur. The X2 is the newest member of what BMW calls their Sports Activity Coupes or for those that want a more common way of calling it, the premium compact sporty crossover vehicle. The BMW X2 that will be sold here will be the BMW X2 sDrive20i M Sport variant which will cost RM320,800 (on the road, without insurance, and with BMW Group Malaysia’s latest 5 Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty, Free Scheduled Service Programme and BMW Tyre Warranty Programme) and it is fully imported. 

National Emission Test Centre (NETC) Officially Opens - The First Full Fledge Vehicle Emissions Test Facility in Malaysia

The National Emission Test Centre (NETC) was officially opened earlier today. This is the first full fledged vehicle emissions testing facility in Malaysia. The RM50 million centre, which is located in Rawang, includes real-time measurement of exhaust emission gases for passenger cars in accordance with UN Regulation 83 and 101 of which Malaysia is one of the first adopters in the South East Asian region. Also, in conjunction with the NETC launch, the launching of the Voluntary EEV Labelling Scheme also took place, followed by Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) exchanges between MAI and the Department of Environment (DOE) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).

Contest: Volkswagen GTI Fans Better Pay Attention!!! Win A Trip To Worthersee GTI Fest 2018!!!

If you are hardcore Volkswagen enthusiast or specifically, a Volkswagen Golf GTI enthusiast, you have to pay attention to this article. Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has a contest out for any of you Malaysian fans of the GTI. Now is the chance for you to win the trip of a lifetime to the annual Wörthersee GTI Festival in Austria. This is in conjunction with the upcoming launch of the new Golf family and it is indeed something special.

We Are On A Top 200 Auto Blog List - One of Two Malaysian Websites On A Global List!!!

I believe that this is some cause for celebration.  Motoring Malaysia has been placed on number #128 on Feedspot's Top Auto Blog list. You can see the badge to the right of this blog where we are in the Top 200 Auto Blog listing!!!

Perodua Warns That There Are Con-men Masquerading as Perodua Sales & Pre-Owned Vehicle Advisors

It seems there was an arrest of a suspect in connection with a scam involving the sale of Perodua vehicles recently. As such, Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd wishes to urge the public to be extra cautious when making vehicle purchase transactions. Perodua advises everyone interested in buying Perodua vehicles to not make payments to individual accounts but make payments to Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd or its authorised dealers as this is their standard business procedures.

Happenings: TCIE and UD Trucks hosts Chinese New Year Open House, Introduces New Service Interval Package and Handover Trucks to VXL Alliance Sdn Bhd

UD Trucks and sole distributor partner, Tan Chong Industrial Equipment Sdn Bhd (TCIE), recently did a whole lot of stuff in conjunction with the recent Chinese New Year celebrations. The truck marque hosted several open house event at many parts of Peninsular Malaysia, namely Johor Bahru, Butterworth and Ipoh to celebrate the festivities with customers and partners. They also had roadshows at the events showcasing their latest trucks like the UD Croner and UD Quester, then launched new service packages and handed over trucks to VXL Alliance Sdn Bhd (above). A lot of stuff indeed!

Contest: Buy Michelin Tyres at TYREPLUS and Win a Chance to Fly & Dine at a Michelin Star Restaurant in Singapore!!!

Now could be a good time to go and buy some Michelin tyres. TYREPLUS, Michelin’s global brand of its one-stop, independent auto services & tyre retail store concept located in Malaysia, is offering customers a chance to fly and dine in class over at a Michelin star restaurant in Singapore. This, with a minimum purchase of two Michelin tyres from 15th March to the 30th of April, 2018 [Updated - on 16th April]. The “Meet A Michelin Star Chef” campaign is where 10 lucky winners will be hosted by Chef Emmanuel Stroobant at his 1-Michelin star Saint Pierre Restaurant in Singapore. 

Scania Now Offers Fantastic 3-year warranty with Unlimited Mileage plus 3-year Scania Assistance & 10-year Scania Fleet Management

We have been seeing 5 year warranty is the norm for passenger vehicles here in Malaysian and now, Scania is the first commercial vehicle brad to introduce an enhanced and industry-leading vehicle warranty! Scania Malaysia has now announced a 3-year warranty with unlimited mileage together with 3-year Scania Assistance and 10-year Scania Fleet Management for its trucks sold in Malaysia effective 15 March 2018. Definitely an unprecedented move by a commercial vehicle distributor!

At the Malaysian Leg of 'The Art of Performance' Jaguar Driving Experience - Driving the Jaguar F-Pace 2.0

I had the opportunity to attend and participate in the Malaysian leg of Jaguar's The Art of Performance driving experience roadshow. This is part of the marque's Southeast Asian tour where it showcases how a Jaguar car performs. Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia took the opportunity to display the upcoming Jaguar F-Pace 2.0 SUV. It should be launched in Malaysia very soon and brings a more road tax affordable sporting SUV to the plate.

Lexus Malaysia Launches The All-New Fifth Generation Lexus LS - More Uniqueness From The Premium Japanese Marque

Lexus Malaysia has officially launched its flagship premium luxury sedan, the fifth generation, 2018 Lexus LS. Ever since the first LS made its global debut in 1989, the premium Japanese marque has continued striving for perfection whilst carving a niche for itself in the premium car segment. This new one is quite overdue, as it has been ten years since the fourth-generation LS was launched. Lexus has said that it actually took them a decade of determination and tireless reinvention to finally come up with an all new 2018 Lexus LS. 

The 2018 Vespa GTS Super 300 is Now Available in Malaysia

The Malaysian distributors of Vespa, Naza Premira Sdn Bhd, has launched the 2018 Vespa GTS Super 300. The new 2018 Vespa GTS Super takes the iconic design of an Italian scooter and infuses it with a little more performance than the usual 150cc grunt. This time, with its 300cc Quasar engine,  it could be Vespa’s most dynamic scooter as you get that Vespa looks but with a sportier tune to it. Many could be surprised that this scooter may be able to outgun some 250cc sports bikers at the traffic lights.

UMW Toyota Refreshes the Toyota Sienta for 2018 - Only One Variant is Offered, Down from Two

Toyota Sienta, the Toyota compact MPV which looks like an oversized basketball shoe or sneaker gets some changes for 2018. First introduced over in Malaysia in August of 2017, the Sienta was a breath of fresh air to some with its unique styling and looks. Whatever the styling was, the compact MPV was actually well designed with a lot of useful features. I personally found it quirky and nice to look at. Anyway, UMW Toyota have now decided that this year, there will be only one variant offered - the Sienta 1.5V.

ZF Sales and Service (Malaysia) Gives Back In Conjunction with the recent CNY Festivities - The Selangor Family Aid Association Receives Aid from ZF & Partners

I have been super tied up with things especially over the recent Chinese New Year celebrations. Well, so have most of the companies and manufacturers related to the automotive industry. Everyone has been giving and sharing, making the festive season a time where people in need get to breathe a little and be merry too. One of the companies that have reached our attention are the people who make transmissions and other automotive parts - ZF Sales and Service (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, where they held a one day charity drive some time last February.

UMW Toyota Launches the Hilux L-Edition - Luxury Spec in 2.8L & 2.4L 4x4 AT Forms

UMW Toyota, the official distributors of Toyota here have launched the Toyota Hilux L-Edition in both 2.8 litre AT 4x4 and 2.4 litre AT 4x4 variants. The ‘L’  hererefers to ‘Luxury’ and was launched to add more variety to the Hilux line-up here in Malaysia. Prices start at RM119,300 for the 2.4 L-Edition and from RM133,900 for the 2.8 L-Edition. 

Volkswagen Malaysia to Celebrate The Beetle's 80th Birthday at Dealerships Nationwide on 17th of March 2018

This year, the super iconic Volkswagen Beetle celebrates its 80th anniversary. The authorised Volkswagen car distributors here, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia,  will be celebrating the birth of the Beetle with a nationwide dealer celebration. where all of us are invited.  Volkswagen Malaysia have announced that the 17th of March, Saturday 2018, all authorised dealerships will have lots of things going on from 11am till 5pm. This car has been around in one form or another since the 1930s!

Perodua Estimates 17.1% Total Market Share For February - Delivers A Total of 28,000 Myvi To Date From a Record 60,000 Bookings

Perodua has to date received a total of 60,000 bookings for their newest darling, the new Myvi. So far, the Malaysian compact car manufacturer (well, they still do not make anything cars larger than their Alza compact MPV) have managed to deliver approximately 28,000 Myvis which is close to 50% of the total number of  bookings since its launch November last year. This must be a record of sorts...

Ducati Malaysia X Boards Event & The Launch of the Official Scrambler Ducati Malaysia Social Media Channels on Facebook & Instagram

The Scrambler Ducati. This is a how Ducati are calling their Ducati Scrambler motorcycle. Of course, here in Malaysia you could be saying it like that naturally if you are speaking Malay as a noun usually comes first - like 'Bandar Taiping' for Taiping Town. But since this is an Italian motorcycle, it is the Scrambler Ducati, which according to Ducati, is more than just a motorcycle but a brand which enhances creativity, self-expression and the sharing of positive emotions like fun, joy and freedom made of motorcycles and stuff surrounding biking (of the motorised sort).

Road Safety: ASEAN NCAP Performs Development Test for Blind Spot Technology in Line With ASEAN NCAP 2017-2020 Protocol to Reduce Motorcycle Related Deaths

I managed to attend an event organised by The New Car Assessment Programme for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) last week. It was the inaugural  Blind Spot Technology Development Test on cars that are currently on sale or available in the our market. According to ASEAN NCAP, which is an agency under MIROS (Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research,) the main objective of the test is to improve their capability in performing such a test in accordance with the ASEAN NCAP 2017-2020 protocol, which is where active technology is to be included under the Safety Assist domain in order to reduce motorcyclist fatalities which have the highest road fatalities in the ASEAN region.

Grab Malaysia Launches GrabVarsity - Providing Students With More Transport Options And Other Value Added Services

Grab has officially launched its latest programme which targets primarily students from higher learning institutions. Grab, being Malaysia and Southeast Asia’s leading e-hailing transportation and mobile payments platform has designed something particularly engaging for students with GrabVarsity. This is a first-of- its-kind programme in Malaysia that addresses the transportation needs of students, and looks at providing lifestyle benefits and rewards for the student community while offering opportunities for students to garner some real-life work experience.

Naza Kia Malaysia Introduces the Kia Sportage 2.0 EX - This is now the only Petrol Variant Available and sold opposite the Sportage GT Diesel AWD

Naza Kia Malaysia, the official distributor of Kia vehicles in Malaysia, has announced the introduction of the Kia Sportage 2.0 EX.. The New Sportage 2.0 EX is a new variant which actually replaces the Kia Sportage GT Petrol 2WD and Kia Sportage KX. This new variant will be the sole petrol powered variant and will be on sale with the more powerful Kia Sportage GT Diesel AWD.  Effectively this streamlines the Malaysian Sportage line-up to two variants - one petrol and one diesel.