COVID-19 Coronavirus Update by Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia has also issued a statement where all of their authorised dealerships and service centres will be closed from the 18th to the 31st of March 2020 in lieu of the Malaysian Government's Movement Control Order as regards the COVID-19 coronavirus control measures. So if you do own a Volkswagen and it needs servicing, or need to go and buy one right away, it will have to wait until after the 31st March. If the government decides to extend the control measures, then it could be longer.

COVID-19 Coronavirus Update: UMW Toyota Motor Update on All Authorised Centre Services and Upcoming Events

2020 Toyota Alphard

Down below is the official statement by UMW Toyota for all of its business operation matters throughout the Movement Control Order in Malaysia. The Movement Control Order was put in place by the Malaysian Government to combat the uprise in COVID-19 coronavirus cases here. Most of the non-essential services in government and private sector workplaces have been asked to be put on hold from the 18 to 31 March 2020. In the case of UMW Toyota's authorised outlets, they will follow suit and cease operations until 31st March.

COVID-19 Coronavirus Update - Official Statement by Perodua

I have published below the official statement by Perodua President and CEO Dato’ Zainal Abidin Ahmad as regards Perodua operations during the Movement Control Order period which was recently announced by the Government of Malaysia. Basically since all non-essential services aside from food supplies, medical, banking facilities, most government and private offices are instructed to close from tomorrow, the 18th of March to the 31st of March 2020 in order to slow down the COVID-19 pandemic. So most of Perodua's operations at their facilities have been suspended.

Politeknik Sandakan Sabah Signs Up With the Scania Ecolution Agreement for their Current Scania Bus

Politeknik Sandakan Sabah (PSS) has become the first Institute of Higher Learning in Malaysia enter into the Scania Ecolution Partnership Agreement. The Scania Ecolution programme is where Scania customers get the necessary training and coaching as well as maintenance on their vehicles so that they run cleaner and more efficient vehicles thereby lowering the carbon footprint and lessen the impact of transportation on the environment. This signing of this agreement is for their 2012 Scania K360IB4X2 student coach / bus and should help them towards their goal of being a green campus by 2023.

Shell Malaysia Rewards Lucky Customers with Child Car Safety Seats

Okay folks.... Shell is giving away a total of 138 child car seats at selected Shell stations to promote child safety on the road. This initiatiave is part of their support toward the nation’s push in enforcing the mandatory use of child car seat. You too can win an exclusive child car seat worth RM507.00 at participating Shell stations in the Kuala Lumpur and Negeri Sembilan region (Klang Valley and surrounding in simple terms). The promotional and CSR contest in currently ongoing from the 17th of February to 12th April 2020.

Shop for a good cause and save the Malayan Tapir - Volkswagen Malaysia Teams Up With Tarik Jeans For This Cause

Volkswagen has teamed up with local streetwear brand, Tarik Jeans to raise funds and awareness for the endangered Malayan Tapir with an exclusive collection called "Modern Nostalgia". Bold and quirky, the collection features a retro-futurism Malaysiana theme that will appeal to fans everywhere. 50% from the total sales of this collection will be donated to the Kenaboi Forest Reserve on World Tapir Day this 27th April 2020

Head over to https://tarik.my/modernnostalgia/.

These are the Best Automotive Insurers According to Motodata Research Consortium (MRC) - Winners of the MRC Industry Awards 2019

Recently, the winners of the prestigious Motordata Research Consortium (MRC) Industry Awards 2019 have been announced by MRC. The MRC Industry Awards are given out annually to honour outstanding insurance companies that demonstrate great initiative and commitment in the highly volatile motor insurance industry. In other words, this could be the automotive insurance companies that you may like to try the next time you buy insurance for your vehicle as their claim approval seem to be the fastest. According to this award that is...

Isuzu D-MAX 1.9 Liter Completes 1k Challenge - Driving 1,000km with 1,000kg and up to 1,000 Meters Above Sea Level On a Single Tank of Diesel

The newly launched Malaysian specification Isuzu D-Max pickup truck with the 1.9liter turbodiesel engine has proven its worth again. Having recently being driven in the hypermiling event called the Dura Miles Challenge, the new Isuzu D-Max was driven from Bangkok to Singapore on a single tank of diesel, Isuzu Malaysia had decided to push the new D-Max with its 1.9-litre Blue Power engine through another challenge shows off its performance and hauling capability.

Japan Super GT 2020 Gets Toyota GAZOO Racing Malaysia As Partner for the Malaysian Leg of the Race Series

The Japan Super GT organization has decided to parter with Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Malaysia. This collaboration will see activities such as exciting Super GT experiences for enthusiasts and fans at each round of the Vios Challenge One-Make Race and TGR Festival as well as during the upcoming Malaysian leg of the Japan Super GT races at the Sepang Circuit in July. The new Toyota Supra GR will be the center stage for this partnership.

Price Drop for the MODENAS Pulsar RS200 and Dominar D400 Motorcycles

Motosikal dan Enjin Nasional Sdn Bhd (“MODENAS”) have announced a more than 10% reduction in prices for the Modenas Pulsar RS200 (above) and the Modenas Dominar D400 (below). This is quite some good news to those who would like something larger than their underbone 'kapchai' motorcycles as two of the already affordable and nice looking motorcycles have gotten much cheaper to procure. 

MINI Track Day 2020 and the Preview of the New MINI Countryman Blackheath Edition in Malaysia

The MINI Track Day 2020 at the Sepang International Circuit was held last Thursday where it brought together a bunch of MINIacs and driving enthusiasts for an exciting day of circuit driving. It saw two groups put their driving skills to the test during the MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) Track Experience and MINI Driving Experience. 

2020 Lexus UX 200 SUV Launched in Malaysia - Prices

Lexus Malaysia has brought in the All-New 2020 Lexus UX 200 Compact SUV Crossover thingy.  The UX series of SUVs is Lexus’ first Compact SUV and it has been designed to be fun to drive (for a SUV) as well as having the usual attributes and versatility of an SUV coupled with the sleek and elegant styling of a hatchback. Which is why I call it a crossover thingy SUV.

Fuel Pump Service Fix / Recall Campaign For Certain Toyota and Lexus Models (From 2013 to 2019) in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Malaysia have announced Special Service Campaign (SSC) to replace the fuel pump on some Toyota and Lexus models that were sold by them in 2013 to 2019 (2014 Corolla Altis shown above). If you have one of the cars mentioned herein which were officially sold by UMWT do give them a visit to get it fixed at no charge whatsoever. Only your time is needed to get it done folks!

Environment Idaman and Their Sub-Contractor Warisan Integriti Gets New Isuzu Forward Trash Compactor Trucks

Isuzu Malaysia Sdn Bhd had, in early February, held a small handover ceremony of Isuzu FOWARD FVR trash compactor trucks by Environment Idaman Sdn Bhd, and their sub-contractor, Warisan Integriti Sdn Bhd. The trucks were bought by the companies from Indah Utara Auto Sdn Bhd, an authorised dealer of Isuzu Malaysia. According to Isuzu Malaysia, the new Isuzu Foward FVR compactor trucks are to be used for solid waste management, collection and disposal for local municipalities in Perlis and Kedah.

SITE UPDATE - MOTORING MALAYSIA Is Basically On a Break - Will Be Back Shortly

Mid-February 2020 I celebrated my birthday. I am two years to fifty and I had started writing this blog since 2006. Seriously blogging about the Malaysian automotive industry since then and writing for others in between. Boy, it has been a long time writing almost non-stop over the past decade and a bit more. A lot more.

Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival is in Penang This Weekend - Round 3 on the 15-16 February 2020

This weekend, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival featuring the Toyota Vios Challenge penultimate races will happen in Penang. This is  Round 3 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival and will happen at area surrounding Stadium Batu Kawan from 15-16 February 2020. If you have been following the Vios Challenge, the races this weekend would be critical in deciding the Super Sporting, Sporting and Promotional class championship. It is the last race of the season to be contested on a street circuit race before the series moves to the Sepang International Circuit in April. 

Proton Launches the Upgraded 2020 Proton X70 SUV - Locally Assembled and Drives A Little Bit Better Too (with Test Drive Video)

PROTON has launched the upgraded 2020 Proton X70. There have been quite a few changes to one of Malaysia's most popular SUVs in recent times, notably the 7 speed wet clutch DCT gearbox and extra 15Nm torque (300Nm) as well as some suspension tuning which makes the SUV more driveable than ever. Fuel economy seems to have been improved a touch...not by much as it is still a SUV on the heavy side.but makes it feel darn solid when you are inside it. Yes, we know because we have already driven it as prior to the launch today, a bunch of us automotive hacks had the opportunity to take it for a spin. Have a look at our YouTube Channel's video below.

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UMW Toyota Announces Availability of the Brand New and Upgraded Toyota Alphard and Velfire MPVs in Malaysia

 

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced that the 2020 Toyota Alphard and Toyota Vellfire premium MPV models are now available for booking. Pre-launch orders will be accepted from now onwards at all authorized Toyota dealerships and UMWT branches nationwide. These new and slightly enhanced models will go on sale with prices starting from RM383,000 for the Vellfire (one variant) and RM465,000 for the Alphard (two variants). So those who want a brand new Alphard or Vellfire brought in through official channels with a more comprehensive warranty, you can go book 'em now.

Volkswagen Malaysia is Playing Cupid With Their New Social Media Campaign “Score a Fling“.

February is the month of love, especially to those that sell roses, greeting cards and not forgetting romantic people. So this Valentine’s Day, Volkswagen Malaysia has decided to play Cupid with an exciting new social media campaign, “Score a Fling“.

AIA General Berhad Launches the AIA Family Drive Car Insurance

AIA General Berhad has launched their AIA Family Drive insurance for passenger cars in Malaysia. The AIA Family Drive car insurance policy provides total protection, convenience and savings for the entire family. You can get a family discount of 5% if you insure two or more cars and this is the first car insurance in Malaysia to offer a family discount. Of course, there's more value added stuff too.