Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) and its dealer, SP Supreme Autohaus, today announced the launch of the new Volkswagen Batu Pahat 3S Centre. This is the only Volkswagen 3S Centre in northern Johor.
Monday, January 16, 2017
Product Review: Trying out the Bosch Clear Advantage flat blade wipers
Bosch Automotive Aftermarket launched its latest flat-blade wiper – the Bosch Clear Advantage here in Malaysia sometime at the end of last year. According to the folks at Bosch, this new flat-blade wiper provides superior performance for Asian cars even in extreme weather conditions. Up to 200,000 wipe cycles due to the specially formulated rubber compound used in the wiper blades.
Sunday, January 15, 2017
PROTON NOW OFFERS ENHANCED 'YES ALTITUDE 4G' PACKAGE TO ITS CUSTOMERS
Yesterday (Saturday the 15th of January), at the EON AutoFest 2017, Proton has entered into an arrangement with YTL Communications where the original 4G mobile hotspot plan is now upgraded to YES Altitude 4G LTE Smartphone Plan. The new Plan will provide customers with data usage of up to 16GB of 4G LTE per month for a period of 12 months from date of registration, effective from 14 January 2017 onwards.
Saturday, January 14, 2017
Spotted for Sale: 'LIKE NEW' Proton Wira 1.5 (A)
Truth in marketing is a concept the person selling this 1997 Proton Wira 1.5 (a) has never heard of before. Check out the 'TIP TOP LIKE NEW' interior above. And the check out the 'Like New' paintwork below. Somehow I doubt the paintwork came from the factor in the state its currently in. This car is so 'new'.
FACELIFTED PERODUA AXIA DUE FOR LAUNCH SOON - NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING AND ON DISPLAY AT PERODUA SHOWROOMS
Perodua is keeping things fresh as usual with their vehicle line-up. The Malaysian compact car manufacturer have basically announced that the facelifted Perodua Axia is due to be launched very soon as it is now open for booking (and now available for viewing at Perodua showrooms- updated 17th January 2017). The facelifted Axia city car will feature a new engine and additional features to keep it very relevant in the A segment compact car market.
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Mercedes-Benz Tops Malaysia and Global Premium Car Market for 2016 - 2016 Sales Performance Report
A lot of good news for premium car sales in Malaysia especially if you're the brand with the Three Pointed Star. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has announced that they have managed to hit record sales of 11,779 vehicles in 2016. This is a 9% increase than the previous year and a new milestone for them in Malaysia. Malaysia is also the best performing in terms of sales numbers in South East Asia for the brand.
PERODUA makes statement about a fake Facebook campaign giving out a free car
Statement by Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd Managing Director, Dato’ Dr. Zahari Husin on a Myvi campaign on Facebook
Perodua wishes to state that Perodua does not have any campaign to give away 15 new Perodua Myvi which was posted on a Facebook account name “Perodua Malaysia Company”. (Please refer to the screenshot as attached -Ed- this is a fake advert okay)
We are in no way associated with this Facebook account.
DRB-HICOM’s Autofest returns for the sixth edition this weekend! - 14th to 15th January 2017
Heads up people. DRB-HICOM’s Autofest returns for the sixth time this weekend - 14th to the 15th of January 2017 at EON Complex in Glenmarie, Shah Alam. The DRB-HICOM Autofest 2017 will showcase 10 brands under the group’s automotive portfolio, namely PROTON, Lotus, Audi, Volkswagen, Honda, Jeep, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, TATA and MODENAS.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
The new and improved 2017 Maserati Quattroporte is in town
The Quattroporte Gran Lusso
These days Bentleys, Mercedes-Benzes or Rolls Royces are pretty common on Malaysian roads. So if you want to stand out tastefully, without resorting to wrapping your Bentley with pink coloured wrapping vinyl, the newly restyled Maserati Quattroporte should be on your list. NAZA Italia, the official importer and distributor for Maserati in Malaysia, had recently introduced the improved 2017 Maserati Quattroporte in two trims - the GranLusso and GranSport.
Happenings: Volvo Malaysia Sdn Bhd continues its CSR efforts with contributions to two underprivileged houses
Mats Nilsson, Managing Director, Volvo Malaysia Sdn Bhd together with the children from Jagaan Cahaya Kasih Bestari and Pusat Jagaan Kanak-Kanak Seribu Harapan at Volvo Malaysia's headquarters in Shah Alam.
More CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) by Volvo Trucks Malaysia. The company had concluded 2016 with a treat to underprivileged children at their headquarters in Shah Alam. The company held a charity event on its compound with the presence of more than 150 children, guests and Volvo Trucks staff enjoying themselves to the fun activities specially organised by Volvo Trucks. Apart from this, Volvo Trucks also donated RM10,000 to Jagaan Cahaya Kasih Bestari and Pusat Jagaan Kanak-Kanak Seribu Harapan to assist them on their basic daily needs.
BMW Group Malaysia achieves highest ever growth for 2016
Mr. Han Sang Yun, Managing Director and CEO of BMW Group Malaysia
BMW Group Malaysia delivered a total of 10,906 units of BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad vehicles in the country last year, charting a 16% growth increase compared to the same period in 2015 (9,368). In other words, a fabulous year for the premium brand.
PEUGEOT 208 PURETECH AND 2008 SUV PURETECH ARE LAUNCHED - NEW ENGINES AND GEARBOX MAKE THEM A LOT BETTER THAN BEFORE
Automobiles Peugeot via their Malaysian official distributor have launched two improved models here in Malaysia - the New Peugeot 208 Puretech and New Peugeot 2008 SUV Puretech.
Industry News: CHEVROLET MALAYSIA TO EXPAND DEALERSHIP NATIONWIDE IN 2017
With the recent successful launch of The All-New Colorado still intact freshly in most minds, Naza Quest Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor and importer of Chevrolet vehicles in Malaysia is looking to expand its business network throughout the regions in Malaysia.
3 'ANG' POWer PACKED DEALS & CNY DRIVE SAFE SERVICE CAMPAIGN
In conjunction with Chinese New Year festive season, Naza Quest , official distributor of Chevrolet in Malaysia is offering 3 ‘ANG POWer Packed Deals’ that includes 3 Years/60,000km* free parts and labour service for the first 100 registered customers. Existing Chevy owners also enjoy a RM3,000* loyalty reward for every registration of the All-New Colorado. Truck lovers are not to be left out as well, a RM3,000* bonus is offered to 4x4 pickup truck owners of any brand for every successful purchase of the All-New Colorado.
Sunday, January 08, 2017
Happenings: Naza Merdeka Auto Fair 2016 Spend and Win Contest Grand Prize Presentation
Naza World had presented the winners of the Merdeka Auto Fair 2016 Spend and Win Contest with their prizes during the Ducati Red Weekend celebrations last weekend at the Ducati Kuala Lumpur showroom located at the Naza Automall in Petaling Jaya.
Perodua's Biggest Carnival is coming! A Perodua Axia is up for grabs!
MYPerodua Nation is going to happen soon. This is Perodua's first and biggest carnival, at the Aeon Mall Shah Alam (outdoor carpark). The event is scheduled to happen from the 20th to 22nd January 2017 and visitors stand a chance to win an Axia in lucky draw plus other attractive prizes.
Friday, January 06, 2017
Honda Malaysia launches the Honda BR-V and some thoughts of it against its competitors - Alza, Avanza, Ertiga, Sienta
Honda Malaysia launched the Honda BR-V earlier today. It is priced from RM85,800 (OTR w Insurance) for the 1.5L E and RM90.013.33 for the 1.5L V high specced variant.
Thursday, January 05, 2017
HINO MALAYSIA LAUNCHES BUS SERIES WITH IMPROVED FEATURES
Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd introduced their upgraded range of bus series chassis at the end of 2016. The bus series launched were the RN8JSNA, RK8JSKA and RM1ESKU. Hino Malaysia have basically upgraded their bus range. The new bus series focuses on safety, adds a bit of extra power and torque on some models and added comfort improvement features like an improved air suspension. The new Hino bus series were also introduced in Malaysia in compliance to United Nations Regulation (UNR) imposed by the JPJ (Jabatan Pengakutan Jalan) Malaysia.
Ford’s ‘Driving Skills for Life’ Programme Expands to Students in the North of Peninsular Malaysia
Ford and Sime Darby Auto Connexion had recently continued the global Ford initiative Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) programme here in Malaysia. They had hosted workshops for students (DSFL is aimed at educating students on proper driving techniques) in Penang at the Han Chiang College.
Wednesday, January 04, 2017
Volkswagen announces latest Trade-In Program for buyers of the new Jetta and Passat in Malaysia
A new and exclusive trade-in promotion has been announced by Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM). From now until 31st March 2017, Volkswagen owners will be able to trade in their current Volkswagen vehicles and receive a better than usual trade-in offer for their current car.
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