Thursday, September 12, 2019

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.

Volkswagen Launches the Volkswagen Insurance Plan (VIP) for Malaysian Customers


Volkswagen owners in Malaysia now have to option of using the Volkswagen Insurance Plan or “VIP”. This is a tailor-made  comprehensive insurance coverage,which comes with minimal hassle...according to Volkswagen distributors here, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM).

2019 BMW Premium Selection Fair Will Happen This Weekend! 13 - 15 September 2019 at Bukit Jalil Stadium


The 2019 BMW Premium Selection Fair will be happening this weekend at the Bukit Jalil Stadium. The 3 day exclusive event will be held on 13 to the 15 of September 2019 and it will also be held at other selected locations throughout Malaysia. This is the brand's largest pre-owned vehicle sales event where you can find anything BMW Group under one roof.

Volvo Car Malaysia and Dealer-Partner, Ingress Swede Automobile Officially Opens Their New 3S Centre in Mutiara Damansara


Volvo Car Malaysia together with their dealer-partner, Ingress Swede Automobile earlier today launched the Volvo Car new 3S Centre in Mutiara Damansara. The event was officiated by the Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail. It also also attended by the senior management from Ingress Swede’s parent company, Ingress Corporation Berhad, and representatives from Volvo Car Malaysia. 

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Naza Kia Opens 3S Centre Operated by Dealer Supreme Priority in Tampoi, Johor Bahru


Naza Kia Malaysia together with their authorised dealers, Supreme Priority Sdn Bhd, have officially opened their 3S centre in Tampoi Johor Bahru. The new centre, which costs RM5 million in total will cater to the growing population in and around the Johor Bahru region. 

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Lubricants: Shell Malaysia Launches the All-New Shell Rimula Ultra 5W 30 & Announces Winners to their Recent 2019 Ultimate Stopover Promotion


Shell Malaysia has launched the all-new Shell Rimula Ultra 5W 30. This newest engine oil is Shell’s most advanced fully synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil and it meets the European ACEA E6 and ACEA E9 specifications as well as manufacturers’ approvals for use in ultra-modern diesel engines, especially those that meet with Euro 4 to Euro 6 emission standards.

Upcoming Events: MYPerodua Nation is Back - 20-22 September 2019 at Setia City Oval Lawn


[UPDATE - This has been postponed until further notice due to the haze - link to official notice here - 

MYPerodua Nation is back! This event is the nation’s premier Perodua event for everyone. The annual carnival is now back for the third year running and features all things Perodua. MYPerodua Nation 2019 will be on from the 20-22 September at Setia City Oval Lawn in Setia Alam, Selangor. Perodua expects a crowd of some 25,000 expected over the three day period. 

Monday, September 09, 2019

Volvo Car Malaysia & Dealer Partner Pekin Auto Officially Opens Their Newest 3S Centre in Skudai Johor


Volvo Car Malaysia, together with their dealer-partners, Pekin Auto have officially opened the latest Volvo Car showroom and service centre in Peninsula Malaysia. The new 3S centre is located in Skudai, Johor and it will boost the European premium car maker's dealership network in the Southern region.

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. 

Thursday, September 05, 2019

BMW Premium Selection Fair is on from the 13th to 15th September 2019 - Choose Your Pre-Owned BMW with Early Interest Sign-up Benefit


BMW Group Malaysia will be hosting a 3 day exclusive BMW Premium Selection fair on the 13th to 15th of September 2019. The event will be the largest pre-owned vehicle fair by BMW Group Malaysia yet and will feature the BMW X5, BMW 3 Series and BMW 7 Series along with MINI models as well as motorcycles in the BMW Motorrad portfolio. There will be an early Interest Sign-up Benefit, which is an offer for complimentary one-year BMW and MINI Comprehensive Motor Insurance upon early sign-up

Season 3 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival and the Toyota Vios Challenge Starts Tomorrow in Kuala Terengganu


Tomorrow is the opening round of Season 3 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Festival. It will happen on friday and saturday, the 6th and 7th of September 2019 over at The Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium in Kuala Terengganu. If you are in the vicinity from 10am onwards on those two days, there will be lots of motorsport and Toyota activity for you to witness. It is going to feature the Toyota Vios Challenge on the track with celebrity, amateur and professional racing drivers competing in threeclasses of saloon car racing (Promotional, Sporting and Super Sporting classes respectively) in the one-make Toyota Vios Challenge. Off track, lots of stuff will be happening for everyone.

Tuesday, September 03, 2019

The HINO Art Contest is Now Ongoing Till 30th September 2019 - Join the Contest and You May Win a MacBook Air!


Hino Malaysia has just announced an art contest folks! If you are creative or artistic enough, you should try and enter the Hino Art Contest right now.  Try coming up with a unique drawing or painting and you may be able to walk away with some amazing prizes. One of these prizes is a  a MacBook Air worth RM4,699. It is open to all Malaysians and it is on from now till 30th September 2019.

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. 

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.

Sunday, September 01, 2019

Video: 2019 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0 TSI 4Motion Previewed at Volkswagen Fest 2019


Here is a short video featuring the 2019 Volkswagen Arteon. The Arteon was previewed over at the (ongoing) Volkswagen Fest 2019 at Setia City Convention Centre (and will be around till 1st September 2019). This was something I whipped up while I was at the official opening of the Volkswagen fest. 

Saturday, August 31, 2019

MODENAS Power Store Catering to Modenas Street Bikes is Now Open in Kota Damansara


Motosikal dan Enjin Nasional Sdn Bhd or better know to many Malaysians as MODENAS,  has launched its first specialty store for MODENAS’ range of street bikes. This store is their first ever in the region and  is branded  as the MODENAS Power Store. It is a one-stop motorcycle sales and service centre catering exclusively to street bikes like the Modenas Pulsar and Dominar.  It is located in Sunsuria Avenue, Kota Damansara. 

Site Updates: Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka! And How Motoring Malaysia is Doing So Far = We are Now #93 on a Top 160 List of Top Auto Blogs


Merdeka! Today is the day where Malaya gained its Independence from the British. So many years ago and a few years after that, Sabah & Sarawak joined in the fun, forming Malaysia. Anyway, I was born many years after that in 1972 and then,  coincidentally in August of 2006 I started this blog, not so seriously at first but more of a 'Hey, I can write stuff like this too!'. And so I did, and today, I am pleased to report to you that we have climbed into the Top 100 Auto Blogs Every Car Enthusiast Must Read | Automobile & Car Blogs on Feedspot.com.

Friday, August 30, 2019

Das WeltAuto, Volkswagen’s Global Used Car Programme is now in Malaysia


Over at the Opening of the Volkswagen Fest 2019 earlier today (the event will run till 1st September over at Setia City Convention Centre), Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) launched Das WeltAuto, Volkswagen’s global used car programme that offers customers certified used cars they can trust. Das WeltAuto is backed by the global know- how, standards and processes, systematic solution and warranty of the Volkswagen Group. Now, it is easier to trade in and buy used Volkswagen through a much more trusted source.

Thursday, August 29, 2019

New Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre Operated By Lofty Ambition Sdn Bhd Opens in Sitiawan, Perak


Recently, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), together with dealer-partner Lofty Ambition Sdn Bhd officially opened the a new Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre (Sales, Service & Spare parts) in Setiawan, Perak. This is Lofty Ambition’s third Mitsubishi Motors outlet, the other two showrooms  are located in Ipoh and Taiping respectively. The new 3S centre is the first MMM showroom in the Northern region of Peninsula Malaysia whch features Mitsubishi Motor's latest corporate identity with its global tagline ‘Drive Your Ambition’.

Bosch Launches ‘Heels & Wheels’ Car and Road Safety Workshop for Women with Emphasis on Car Maintenance Knowledge and the Importance of Child Safety Restraint Systems


Bosch Automotive Aftermarket Malaysia (Bosch AA) have launched their 'Heels & Wheels' Car and Road Safety workshop for women. This corporate social responsibility programme was initiated in collaboration with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development together with the support of PROTON, Petron and Road Safety Department of Malaysia (JKJR). The workshop aimed to educate and empower women drivers to better understand their own car and also inculcate road safety amongst the participants. 

Upcoming Events: MINIfest Celebrates 60 Years of MINI - 7th September 2019 at Bukit Kiara Equestrian & Country Resort



MINI Malaysia invites all you MINIacs to join in the 60th birthday of MINI with the MINIfest. It will be held on the 7th of September 2019 from 12pm to 7pm at the  Indoor Arena of Bukit Kiara Equestrian & Country Resort, Kuala Lumpur. There will be the MINI 60 Years Edition (pictured below) on display with MINI Classic cars, test drives and more for everyone.

Volkswagen Fest 2019 is On This Weekend - 30 August - 1 September at Setia City Convention Centre


Its that Volkswagen time of the year again. The Volkswagen Fest is back for the third time and Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) says that it will be filled with fun, games, thrills and most importantly, lots of deals for all that visit. It is happening from 30 th August till 1 st September 2019 at Setia City Convention Centre in Setia Alam, this year’s fest will showcase the launch of Volkswagen’s very own Certified Pre-Owned, “Das Welt Auto” and also a display of their upcoming all-new Arteon performance fastback.

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

The Perodua Bezza is The Best Selling Sub 1.0liter Car in Sri Lanka


Quite and interesting bit of export news this. The Perodua Bezza, which has been on sale over in the island nation of Sri Lanka, has become the country's best-selling new sub-1.0 litre sedan beating out the likes of the Kia Picanto 1.0 and also the Hyundai Grand i10 (something we still don't get over here). To date, the Bezza sedan has found around 1,500 new owners there.

Peugeot Launches the 3008 SUV Plus & 5008 SUV Plus Here in Malaysia - Two Variants Each With Prices Starting at RM150,888 & RM166,888 Onwards Respectively



Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor for the Peugeot brand in Malaysia, have just launched the New Peugeot 3008 SUV Plus and New Peugeot 5008 SUV Plus. These are Peugeot's refresh of the two locally assembled SUVs and they are the culmination of a joint agreement in 2018 between Naza Group and Groupe PSA to establish Naza Automotive Manufacturing (NAM) as the Southeast Asia hub where they are also assembled for export from Malaysia.

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Fook Loi Corporation (Sabah) Sdn Bhd Officially Opens Proton Flagship 4S centre in Kota Kinabalu


New Proton dealers, Fook Loi Corporation (Sabah) Sdn Bhd, (Fook Loi) recently opened the first ever Proton flagship 4S Centre. The centre is one which features a total customer experience package - from sales, after sales (service), spares and also paint, or bodyshop services. So you can buy at get everything including accident repairs in one Proton Centre. Great news is that the first ever 4S centre by Proton is over in Sabah.

The Last Overland Expedition Makes a Stop in Kuala Lumpur - From Singapore to London in a 1955 Land Rover Series I Much Like The First One in 1955


The Last Overland expedition by the 1955 Oxford Land Rover from London to Singapore, arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Monday, the 26th of August 2019  after flagging off in Singapore on the 25th of August. This very unique Land Rover expedition team started their journey from Singapore to London on Sunday and it, in some ways traces what could be one of the most historic automotive events of the 20th Century. The team aims to recreate the original 1955 route charted by The Oxford & Cambridge Far Eastern Expedition (The First Overland). And this, is the Last Overland, which basically uses one of the two Land Rover Series I used in the First Overland expedition. Do watch the video attached below as you can see how unique the Series I featured here.


Mercedes-Benz Malaysia unveils new brand presence at the Mutiara Damansara Autohaus by Cycle & Carriage Bintang


The adage 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it' does not come across in this case. Mercedes-Benz has not been keeping quiet and now, the brand with the Three Pointed Star has a newly refreshed Autohaus at Cycle & Carriage Bintang's Autohaus in Mutiara Damansara. This features Mercedes-Benz Malaysia's newest brand presence which could actually be setting a new benchmark in the retail industry. It truly is quite an experience just stepping into the new showroom area after its launch yesterday.

Monday, August 26, 2019

Test Drive: Video + Written Report on the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI - Is The Iconic Hot Hatch Still Relevant in 2019?

The Volkswagen Golf GTI is an icon. It brought out the first ever successful formula for what a hot hatch should be. Some argued that it may not have been the first ever hot hatch, but whatever the case, the Golf GTI perfected that formula. That formula you see today is basically a mass production hatchback, most likely front wheel driven that was upgraded with a very powerful engine and suspension to suit. This is what the Golf GTI is to this day. And today's article (and video you see here) is about the latest model - the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk 7.5.



Sunday, August 25, 2019

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) Expresses Massive Regret For The Incident At Its Dealer Where The Malaysian Flag Was Flown Upside Down

Image:GoogleMaps

UMW Toyota released an official statement on the recent debacle where its authorised dealer in Kuantan had flown the Malaysian flag upside down at its dealership. It may have been an accident but many actually raised concern on social media platforms. Of course, flying a nation's flag the wrong side round is indeed an insult. But obviously a multi-national company like Toyota would never have done it intentionally. 

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) Kurt Leitner as its Managing Director,


Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) had recently announced the appointment of Mr Kurt Leitner as its new Co-Managing Director. He joins Mr Erik Winter, who is the other Managing Director and replaces Mr Florian Steiner who has taken another posting in Europe after almost four years in Malaysia. 

Motorsport: Team Proton R3 Announces Lady Racers Search and Also the Driver Mentorship programme for race teams competing in the MSF


Recently, the motorsport arm of Proton, Team Proton R3 (R3), announced a search for lady racers and mentorship programme for race teams competing in the Malaysia Speed Festival (MSF) series. The two programmes are held in partnership with MSF, who are the largest grassroots motorsports event in the country. Both programmes are aimed to develop motorsports at a grassroots level by leveraging on Proton's motorsport experience throughout the years.

Thursday, August 22, 2019

Volvo Trucks Launches Truck Donation & Fund-Raising Initiative To Assist Kechara Soup Kitchen in Assisting Underprivileged Communities


The Malaysian arm of one of the world’s largest heavy-duty truck brands, Volvo Trucks Malaysia recently launched Volvo Trucks' latest corporate social responsibility initiative which comprises of the contribution of a heavy-duty Volvo FM 330 4x2 rigid truck complete with customised body frabrication to the Kechara Soup Kitchen Society (KSK). KSK is a registered and quite a well known non‐profit organisation that provides food sustenance and basic medical care for the homeless and poor communities in Malaysia.

Ford Ranger Weekend Sales Carnival’ for Peninsular Malaysia to Happen From August to October 2019


It's time to go to the nearest Ford showroom. The ‘Ford Ranger Weekend Sales Carnival’ for Peninsular Malaysia is now ongoing until October 2019. Visitors to the sales carnival have the chance to win great prizes as well as exclusive Ford merchandise while exploring and experiencing the Ford Ranger Raptor and Ranger WildTrak pickup trucks through educational games and activities.

2019 Perodua Axia Now Open for Booking - Advanced Safety Features & a New STYLE Variant - Prices Estimated to Start From RM24,090


[UPDATE - Perodua has just informed us that they have discovered a few errors/inaccuracies in the 2019 Perodua Axia teaser spec sheet released to you on the morning of 22 August. They are as follows:

1. Incorrect - front corner sensors on all variants except E and G
Correct - front corner sensors are only available on SE and AV

2. Incorrect - G does not have electric side mirrors
Correct - G has electric side mirrors (electrically-adjustable but non-retractable)

3. Incorrect - GXtra, SE, AV and Style variants have automatic retractable electric side mirrors
Correct - GXtra, SE, AV and Style variants have retractable electric side mirrors that do not automatically fold once the engine is turned off (the driver folds the mirrors by pushing a button)

So take note as the photo of the brochure below is the now the new Brochure teaser spec sheet instead of the previous one which I have promptly removed.

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Hino Malaysia Rewards GD Express With a Certificate of Reliability For Their Hino Truck Which Reached Mileage of 1 Million KM Without An Overhaul


Hino Motors Sales Malaysia (Hino Malaysia) recently honoured their esteemed customer GD Express Sdn Bhd (GD Ex), one of Malaysia's leading courier companies a Reliability Certificate commemorating one of GD Ex's trucks which had reached a mileage of 1 million kilometers without the need of an engine overhaul. The ceremony, which we attended was in some ways a celebration towards the reliability of the Hino light duty truck in question as well as GD Ex's part in maintaining the truck.

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Audi Malaysia Launches The New 2019 Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Quattro S-Tronic


Audi Malaysia has officially announced the launch of the new 2019 Audi A6 for the Malaysian market. This current Audi A6 is the Eighth generation of its full-size Sedan and this time Audi states that it comes as a fully digitalised operating concept. This means that is comes with more connectivity than ever and it will be sold here in the A6 3.0 TFSI Quattro S-Tronic variant for RM589,900 onwards.

MINI Malaysia Launches the MINI 60 Years Edition - Only 60 Units For Malaysia


MINI Malaysia has launched the limited production MINI 60 Years Edition for Malaysia. 60 units of the limited-edition collector’s model is set to arrive in Malaysia with exclusive features, design and innovation in conjunction with 60 Years of MINI. It follows hot on the heels of the MINI Convertible 60 Years Edition which was also recently inveiled here. It is priced at RM255,888 and is quite nice with all of the extra 60 years trim and decals.

Monday, August 19, 2019

VIDEO (+ Written Report Here): The First Drive Experience With The New 2019 Proton Saga Facelift - 1.3 Premium AT Tested and Featuring YS Khong


Here is our latest video folks! As stated in an earlier article, where I featured Malaysian Rally Champion YS Khong's review of the 2019 Proton Saga facelift I was in the midst of preparing Motoring Malaysia's video of the first drive experience in this A segment sedan. I must say this this is the best A segment sedan on the market today in terms of how it drives.

The 2019 Audi A8 L Is Now On Sale In Malaysia - Prices For The Audi Flagship Start at RM879K Onwards


We don't actually see many Audi cars on the roads of Malaysia these days, but the brand is consistently refreshing their model lineup here. This time around, the new 2019 Audi A8 L is now available here in Maalysia. This flagship model is now here and it has Audi's newest design language, systems and it is only available here in the A8 L or long wheelbase variant. It is prices from RM879,000 onwards for this fully imported luxury sedan.

The All-New 2019 Renault Megane R.S. 280 Cup Now Officially Launched in Malaysia - Available in Manual & Automatic Gearboxes


The official distributors of Renault in Malaysia, TC Euro Cars (TCEC) have officially launched the all-new 2019 Renault Megane R.S. 280 Cup. This comes after its recent preview to the media as well as to the members of the public sometime in April this year. It comes with both the manual and automatic gearboxes (a first for a Megane R.S. variant) and this official launch coincides with the confirmed pricing for Langkawi (tax break prices) and also for the automatic variant. Prices basically start at RM149K for the manual in Langkawi and RM279K for the Manual for the rest of Malaysia. 

Sunday, August 18, 2019

Happenings: Team Isuzu Raises Funds For Sarawak Charities by Participating in the Kuching Marathon 2019


Members of Team Isuzu, which included the Isuzu Malaysia CEO, Koji Nakamura had participated in the Kuching Marathon 2019 earlier today (18 August 2019). They had handed over mock cheques of the funds / pledges raised by the team to Hope Place Kuching and Persatuan OKU Kuching at a small ceremony at the event.

Video: Watch Malaysian Rally Champ YS Khong Review The Facelifted 2019 Proton Saga 1.3 Premium AT - With Yours Truly Riding Shotgun


Here is a video review of the new 2019 Proton Saga 1.3 Premium facelift by YS Khong, multiple time Malaysian Rally Champion and all round nice guy. I was lucky enough to be partnered with him during the recent the new car's media drive sometime last week. The Motoring Malaysia video is currently being rendered out on the 'puter as I type and you will see what I think of the new Saga once it has been uploaded on to YouTube.


Saturday, August 17, 2019

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.

Proton Has Launched The X70 ME (MERDEKA EDITION) - Limited to 62 Units in Conjunction With Malaysia's 62nd Independence Day


While I was busy trying out the newly facelifted Proton Saga over in Ipoh (stay tuned for that video review folks!), the folks at Proton announced the launch of the limited run Proton X70 ME, or Merdeka Edition. This variant of the very popular SUV is limited to only 62 units and was introduced in conjunction with Malaysia's 62nd Independence Day. 62 units for 62 years of independence. It is priced at RM126,100 and is only available in Snow White and Flame Red colours. 

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Perodua Tweckbot Free Mobile Inspection Service Continues This Merdeka Month - At the PLUS Rawang R&R Northbound 24 & 25 August 2019


Perodua has been busy during the recent Hari Raya Aidil Adha celebrations with their road safety Tweckbot complementary mobile vehicle inspection service. However, they are not stopping there as they are continuing its road safety push this Merdeka month with th 50 point Tweckbot inspection deployed at the northbound Rawang rest area on the PLUS Highway on the 24th and 25h of August 2019.

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia Now Offers Decarbonizer Service at All Authorised Dealerships


Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has recently introduced a new aftersales service for maintaining the engine. The new service is the Walnut Blasting Decarbonizer and it is available at all authorized dealerships. The new, essentially carbon cleaning service of a Volkswagen cylinder head without any disassembly is part of the Volkswagen Cares initiative, and this service is available from as low as RM515 per vehicle. 

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

The 2019 Audi A7 Sportback is Now On Sale in Malaysia - RM609K Onwards


Audi Malaysia has launched their newest four-door coupe - the new 2019 Audi A7 Sportback. The newest Audi performance car embodies progressiveness in design and technology with its all-digital control systems, comprehensive connectivity and mild hybrid technology. Full imported from Audi's Neckarsulm plant in Germany, the car retails here at RM609,900 onwards.

Ford Merdeka and Malaysia Day Offers & Promotions - Valid Till 30 September 2019


Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the folks who are the authorised distributors of Ford over here have announced their sales promotion in conjunction with the upcoming Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebrations.  From 1 August to 30 September 2019, if you purchase either the Ford Ranger WildTrak or Ford Ranger Raptor, you will enjoy free maintenance for two years. Furthermore, you will also be given a PETRONAS Gift Card worth RM1,000. 

2019 Porsche Macan S Launched - Prices Start at RM625,000 Onwards


Official Porsche distributors here in Malaysia, Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) recently announced the arrival of the new 2019 Porsche Macan S. This new variant of the popular Macan features a three-litre V6 turbocharged petrol engine. It was launched in conjunction with the first Sportscar Together Day in Malaysia, an event we recently covered in an earlier post as well as our first drive in the new 2019 Type 992 Porsche 911 Carrera S.