BMW Motorrad Malaysia Introduces First-Ever Service and Warranty Extension Programmes For New and Existing BMW Motorcycle Owners

This is a bit of news for those who current own a BMW motorcycle or want to know how much it would now cost to service it at an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer here in Malaysia. BMW Motorrad Malaysia has just announced three new aftersales care programmes – The BMW Motorrad Engine Oil Inclusive, Service Inclusive and Warranty Extension for its new and existing premium motorcycle owners in Malaysia. According to BMW Motorrad Malaysia, these new service programmes set a new standard in aftersales service for premium motorcycles here.

Two Isuzu D-Max Owners Win... An Isuzu D-Max Each

You buy a brand new Isuzu D-Max...and you end up with another D-Max. This is what happened to two proud Isuzu D-Max owners recently. These lucky blokes not only got to enjoy their new pickup truck that they bought and then, they won another brand-new 2019 Isuzu D-Max 2.5 Auto 4x4 in the recently concluded Isuzu D-Max Buy and Win contest.

UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge Returns for the Fourth Time

UD Trucks and its sole distributor partner in Malaysia, Tan Chong Industrial Equipment Sdn Bhd (TCIE),  recently kicked off the 2019 edition of the annual UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge (UDEMC). This unique truck driver's competition is held by UD Trucks to identify, recognise and ultimately reward the best Malaysian truck driver who will get to represent the country and compete against other truck drivers throughout the world in the UDEMC global finals which will be held in Japan in April of 2020.

The W247 2019 Mercedes-Benz B200 is Available in Malaysia - Priced from RM239,888

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has quietly brought in the new B-Class or the W247 Series of B-Class to Malaysia. It is now open for booking and there will only be limited numbers only per year. This was what I heard from a few of my friends who are sales advisors based at local Mercedes-Benz dealerships in and around Kuala Lumpur. Only one variant is being offered here, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz B 200 Progressive Line for RM239,888 before insurance in Peninsular Malaysia.

NZ Wheels Takes Over The Mercedes-Benz Autohaus in Setapak

This is a bit of interesting news. NZ Wheels Sdn Bhd, who are an authorised dealer for Mercedes-Benz in Malaysia, has taken over the Mercedes-Benz Service and Spares centre, in Setapak. The long time Mercedes-Benz dealer seems to have bought over this Autohaus previously run by Auto Commerz Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of the Swire Group of Companies.

The New 4S Equipped Audi Centre Setia Alam Officially Opens

After being in operation for the past couple of months, the Audi Centre Setia Alam has been officially opened. The new Audi Centre in Setia Alam, Selangor is one which will cater for Audi customers located in the central region of Peninsula Malaysian. It has been designed as a 4S ( Sales, Service, Spare Parts, Body and Paint shop) centre and it is therefore a one-stop shop for all things Audi. 

BMW Group Malaysia with BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia Offers 360° Premium Ownership Experience for Businesses with New Corporate Mobility Solutions

BMW Group Malaysia is now adding more to its 360° Premium Ownership Experience for its Corporate Partners with new Corporate Mobility Solutions with BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia. According to the company, the new scheme are industry-leading and innovative financial mobility solution introduced to make the premium ownership experience an even more comprehensive one for corporate clients of BMW and MINI.

Bermaz Reveals Price of the new 2019 Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV-G 2.5 Petrol Turbo for Malaysia

Bermaz, the official distributors of Mazda in Malaysia has finally revealed the prices for the new 2019 Mazda CX-5 2.5L SKYACTIV-G Turbo. The newest variant of the car comes in at RM181,770.80 before any insurance in Peninsula Malaysia. Quite reasonable as this is only about RM10k or so higher than what is offered in Japan (or thereabouts).

Proton and Bank Rakyat Are Offering Special Finance Packages For Fresh Graduates & Government Employees For Certain Proton Cars

PROTON and Bank Rakyat are offering special financial packages for fresh graduates and also to government employees on certain Proton car model. This special package will be valid until 31 December 2019 and amazingly provides up to 100% financing for fresh graduates and government employees. In other words, if you qualify, you don't even pay a single Malaysia sen when you drive off with the car. Well, then you have to start with the monthly installments, but that's another thing.

Isuzu Celebrates 60 Years of the ELF Light Duty Truck - We Look at The ELF Throughout the Generations

On 26 th August 2019 Isuzu had celebrated the 60 th anniversary of their best-selling Light Duty Truck, the ELF. This truck was first introduced by Isuzu Motors Japan in back in August 1959, and since then, it has steadily become a quite a well known truck series internationally in the light-duty truck segment. The Isuzu ELF truck has been one of the truck models which has gained market acceptance for its affordability, durability, innovation and quality over the years. 

Video Vlog: 2019 BMW M5 at Sepang Circuit - Some Thoughts on the Performance Sedan While Driving It and Following the 2019 M2 Competition

Hello folks! Been a little busy with other pursuits in life. I also have to say that my 15 year old daughter is also in the midst of having her PT3 or lower secondary school exams to those abroad. So I've been busy running errands and other stuff. Anyway, here is Yours Truly piloting the 2019 BMW M5 sports sedan around the Sepang Circuit whilst following a 2019 M2 Competition.

Volkswagen launches ‘Win the Icon’ contest - Test Drive Any Volkswagen and Win a Beetle

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has just announced that they  will be giving away a brand-new Beetle in its “Win the Icon” Instagram contest. The contest, which is held in conjunction with the brand's year-long celebration of one of the world's most iconic car will be held from 1 st October till 30 th November 2019. So test drive any Volkswagen and drive away with an icon.

The All-New Mazda CX-8 Has Been Unveiled in Malaysia - No Official Price Yet But Bookings Are Open

The 2019 All-New Mazda CX-8 Crossover / SUV people carrier has been officially unveiled over at Mazda's Kulim Plant yesterday. The All-New Mazda CX-8 is locally assembled (CKD) at the Inokom, Kulim Plant and will eventually join the CX-5 which is assembled there for the regional export market. The new Mazda CX-8 is right now officially open for booking BUT, the official pricing will be announced at a later date as the first roll out of the CKD cars have only started with government approval for prices still not finalised as yet.

Goodyear Malaysia Introduces the New Assurance DuraPlus 2

Goodyear Malaysia has added the new Assurance DuraPlus 2 to the Malaysian Assurance DuraPlus range. This latest Assurance series of tyre comes with TredLife Technology which according to Goodyear is designed to provide longer mileage and durability. The Goodyear Assurance DuraPlus 2 is now available at all Goodyear AutoCare centres and dealers in Malaysia, with sizes ranging from 13- to 16-inches retailing between RM136.00 to RM293.00.

Kia BLACKPINK is Ongoing - Be 1 of 5 Lucky Winners to Experience Korea and Meet the Super K-Pop Group There

And meanwhile.... Naza Kia Malaysia is now offering K-pop fans another exciting BLACKPINK experience! K-Pop means Korean Pop, so if you like that kind of music, the official distributor of Kia vehicles in Malaysia, Naza Kia Malaysia will be hosting nationwide roadshows over the next seven weeks to search for five of Malaysia’s biggest BLACKPINK fans who will win the ultimate experience of a lifetime and meet Korean super girl group BLACKPINK in Korea. 

Volvo Trucks VISTA Begins - The Largest Global Competition for Aftermarket Technical Staff Kicks Off

Volvo Trucks had recently started off the latest edition of its largest global competition for aftermarket technical service personnel. The competition, called VISTA, or the Volvo International Service Training Awards, is now open for Volvo Trucks / Bus technicians to register from the 30th of September 2019. This year, about 20,000 Volvo Trucks and Volvo Buses technicians throughout planet Earth, including those from Malaysia and around the region are expected to participate in this global challenge.

Ford Motor Company kicks off its 14 th annual Global Caring Month in the month of September

September is when the Ford Motor Company starts off its annual Global Caring Month where thousands of Ford employees around the world participate in community projects to create positive impact in people’s lives. Even here in Malaysia, Ford together with its sole distributor, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), celebrates this yearly event where they had organised a full day activity for the elderly at the Sincere Care Home to help improve their living conditions as well as to provide emotional support. This is Ford's 14th annual Global Caring Month. 

Information Charts from BMW Group on Electromobility Passenger Vehicle Sales in Europe and Globally as at August 2019

Here's something different that I'd like to share with you guys out there. This is BMW Group's market position for their electromobility vehicles. i.e their electric powered vehicles which includes their plug-in hybrids, hybrid and full electric vehicles (if any). The charts show Electromobility in Germany, Europe and Globally. Cars like the BMW i3 and the Nissan Leaf are the popular ones in Europe.

Scania Climate Day - Where Scania Takes A First Step in the New Year 2050 Commitment of Achieving Net-Zero Emissions

On 20th September 2019, Scania conducted a one hour worldwide shutdown to conduct sustainability training for its employees. 20th September has been announced as Scania Climate Day. Aside from that, Scania took another valiant step forward and responded to the call by the United Nations for businesses to step up and take bolder actions in tackling climate change by pledging to the decarbonisation target in line with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. This is the first step in their new 2050 commitment to combat climate change.

BMW Malaysia Unveils the New BMW X3 xDrive30i with the M Sport Package Option For a Little Extra

BMW Malaysia has unveiled  the New 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i with an optional M Sport Package for a little bit extra. This variant of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), as what BMW calls their SUVs comes in at RM313,800 and you can add on that limited to 120 units only M Sport Package for RM15,000 to make it more aggressive looking.