Industry Update: Sime Darby Sees Positive Signs From Its Automotive Arm Due to Government Initiatives

Sime Darby's retail and distribution arm, especially its automotive division Sime Darby Motors, has reported that the Pelan Jana Semula Ekonomi (PENJANA) economic stimulus package aimed at propelling Malaysia’s economic recovery post COVID-19 lockdown, Sime Darby Motors, is helping things out for them. According to their latest news release, they are experiencing an increase in demand for its vehicles and is appreciative to the Malaysian government on this initiative. Indeed, the Total Industry Volume (TIV) sales of the automotive industry has seen its May 2020 sales numbers rise to 22,000 units registered froma measly 150 over units registered in the month of April 2020. The relax in the Movement Control Order  (MCO) regulations has allowed businesses to recover, albeit to about 65% of its pre-MCO days.

Peugeot in Malaysia Now Has an E-Showroom for Better Customer Interaction - Plus Offers and Other Promos

Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor for the Peugeot brand in Malaysia, recently announced the launch of an e-showroom. This is the Peugeot e-Showroom, which is on their on their official website - https://peugeot.com.my/online-showroom/. The new addition was made to have more convenience for customers to browse and book Peugeot models such as the Peugeot 3008 SUV Plus and Peugeot 5008 SUV Plus without the need to actually head to a showroom.

Hyundai Sime Darby Revises Pricing for 2020 Model Year Vehicles - Valid Till 31 December 2020

Following the Prime Minister’s announcement on 100% sales tax exemption on new CKD cars and 50% exemption for CBU models until the end of the year, Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors has revised the price list which is applicable only to 2020 models. Do take note on this detail folks.

The 5th Generation Toyota RAV4 Has Been Launched with Prices Starting at RM196K Onwards

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT), the official distributor of Toyota vehicles in Malaysia has officially launched the fifth generation Toyota RAV4 SUV. The fully imported 2020 RAV4 you see in the images here is a continuation of the original and ground-breaking RAV4 SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) which was first introduced in the mid-1990s. It offered practicality and yet possessed the comfort and handling of a passenger car. It was an immediate success and created a new category in the automobile market. This latest generation model is now in town.

Official Porsche Distributors for Malaysia, Sime Darby Auto Performance, Announces New Prices for Models and Introduces New Porsche 360 Financing+

Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the official Porsche people in Malaysia has announced their new model prices based sales tax (SST) rebates that was recently announced by the government of Malaysia. The company welcomes the tax incentives that was recently offered by the Prime Minister which will see sales tax for CBU vehicles reduced by 50% as part of the short-term economic recovery plan that will be available from 15 June 2020 until 31 December 2020. And in order to make things even sweeter, customers can opt for a financing programme with the new Porsche 360 Financing+, with an even shorter loan tenure from 12 – 60 months and flexibility on ownership, specially available for the Macan only.

BMW Malaysia Launches the Locally Assembled BMW X5 xDrive45e M Sport - RM440,745.00 OTR before Insurance

BMW Malaysia has officially brought the locally assembled New 4th Generation BMW X5 xDrive45e M Sport to Malaysia. This new locally-assembled, electrified (aka Hybrid) variant of what they like to call as "The Boss". What could be known as the best-selling SAV in its segment worldwide, the New 2020 BMW X5 xDrive45e M Sport is like what every BMW is designed for, which is to provide supreme driving pleasure, along with a whole new level of performance, innovation and convenience. Priced at RM 440,745.00 on the road before any insurance.

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 Now Open For Pre-Launch Booking

UMW Toyota Motor recently announced the order taking for the much awaited 2019 Japan Car of the Year, the All-New Toyota RAV4 from 10 June 2020 onwards. The sporty looking SUV is scheduled to be launched here in Malaysia within a day to two from the date of this article. UMW Toyota have already announced the price for this SUV and being fully imported, it will be priced from RM223,880 onwards.

Malaysia Autoshow 2020 Postpone to 2021

The Malaysia Autoshow 2020, which was scheduled to occur in July 2020 at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) will now been postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 outbreak and the measures that were implemented to contain it.  The annual autoshow is organised by the Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii), and it will skip a whole year and only be scheduled for April 2021 but with the proviso that it is subject to the developments of the COVID-19 throughout this year and even 2021 from what we hear.

Isuzu Malaysia Introduces Loan Moratorium For its Loyal Customers

Isuzu Malaysia have announced that potential Isuzu D-Max customers will by offering a moratorium or deferment of sorts for financing payments on new Isuzu vehicles purchased from 1 June 2020 till 31 August 2020. Called the Isuzu Deferred Installment Campaign, this can be said to be the first programme of its kind in the pick-up segment where customers can defer their loan payments for up to half a year.

New Prices for Kia, Peugeot, Citroen & DS Models in Malaysia Effective Till 31 December 2020

Naza Automotive Group, the automotive division of Naza Group, have announced the latest prices for vehicles under its automotive brands. This was made in line with the MalaysianGovernment’s announcement of sales tax exemption for locally-assembled vehicles and tax reduction for imported cars until 31 December 2020 as part of the national economic stimulus plan that it had implement coming out of the COVID-19 induced lockdown. The revised pricelist which is posted below, effective from 15 th June 2020 until 31 st December 2020, covers models offered by Kia, Peugeot, Citroën, and DS brands. For their NZ Wheels Mercedes-Benz dealership, the prices for new Mercedes-Benz vehicles are in the previous article as the prices were made by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Latest Passenger Car Prices Effective June 2020 to 31 December 2020

Here is Mercedes-Benz Malaysia's update on passenger car prices following the announcement of the Malaysian government's new economic stimulus plan to stimulate the economy amidst the COVID-19 crisis. The initiative to assist the automotive industry includes 100% sales tax exemption for locally-assembled vehicles and a 50% reduction for fully-imported models from 15 th June 2020 until the end of the tax free incentive period. Since Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has a large local assembly catalouge as well as an equally large fully imported line-up here as well as loyal customers, many would like know how much would a new Mercedes-Benz cost.

PROTON Announces Price Reduction of 1.2% to 5.7% for Their Vehicle Models - UPDATED With Price List

In line with the Malaysian government’s recent announcement of zero sales tax (0%SST) for cars sold in Malaysia for a six month period beginning 15 June 2020 to 31 December 2020, PROTON will reduce its car prices by 1.2% - 5.7%. The new reduction in prices reflect the zero SST incentive which is a measure implemented by the Malaysian government to try boost the economy as the country emerges from its COVID-19 induced lockdown. 

Latest Mitsubishi ASX and Outlander Prices from Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia Effective 15 June to 31 December 2020

Due to the recent move by the Malaysia government to try bolster the automotive industry and spur local consumption due to the recent slowdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, have announced their new pricelist for the Mitsubishi ASX Compact SUV and Outlander SUV in Malaysia. The new prices are effective immediately until 31 December 2020.

Goodyear Malaysia Announces Zero Contact Initiative for all Goodyear Autocare Centres

Goodyear Malaysia recently announced its Zero Contact Initiative (Zero Contact), whereby customers can get new tyres fitted at any participating Goodyear Autocare centre without any direct person-to-person contact throughout the entire process. As per the usual norm these days, this is to ensure a safe environment for its consumers and staff as businesses resume amidst the COVID-19 pandemic affecting us all. The practice follows procedures successfully implemented in the United States of America, Australia and other ASEAN countries which Goodyear are conducting their businesses at.

New Volkswagen Prices Effective 15 June 2020 to 31 December 2020 For Malaysia

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) have announced a reduction on the prices of its models of up to RM9,484, following the announcement on the sales tax exemption. This adjustment will take effect from today, the 15th of  June 2020 and will continue to take effect till the 31st of December 2020.

Perodua Extends Vehicle Servicing Operating Hours at Selected Centres Nationwide

Due to the higher demand due to the recent shutdown of its operations due to the Movement Control Order placed in Malaysia (due to the COVID-19 pandemic), Perodua is embarking upon a pilot project to extend the operation hours of selected service centres and Body & Paint (B&P) hubs to cater for the needs of its valued customers. 

HINO Poncho Minibus Starts New Trial Route in Johor Bahru - Operated by Handal Indah Sdn Bhd

The HINO Poncho 7 meter minibus is starting a trial run within Johor Bahru. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) had been recently entered into between Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Hino Malaysia) and Handal Indah Sdn Bhd (Handal Indah) to start a trial run of a low-floor mini bus in Johor Bahru. The Poncho, is a cute looking, low floor minibus that will be plying Route 10B, which is the route that travels along Johor Bahru City, Pelangi, Sentosa, Pandan, Taman Daya and Taman Setia Indah. It will be almost a one month trial which begins today, the 15th of June to the 12th of July 2020.

Volvo Car Malaysia Announces Latest Prices for Their Vehicles - From 15 June to 31 December 2020

Following the Malaysian government's announcement with regard to the Short-Term Economic Recovery plan post Movement Control Order, Volvo Car Malaysia has released its new price list for all Volvo CKD (Completely Knocked Down) models to exclude sales tax, effective 15 June to 31 December 2020. So if you have been looking for a Volvo car now could be the time. The last time this tax rebate was given was when the change of government happened back in 2018. Now you have another chance.

Offers by Hyundai Sime Darby - New and Pre-Owned Models at Great Prices this Weekend 12-14 June 2020

Hyundai fans prepare to be wowed this weekend, as Sime Darby Motors City, Ara Damansara and all other Sime Darby Auto Hyundai (SDAH) outlets nationwide are offering irresistible deals for all new and pre-owned models from the 12 to 14 June 2020. The 3-day special deal starting today (yep, we are a little late getting this out), will see customers receive big cash rebates of up to RM18,000 and complimentary accessories with the purchase of selected Hyundai models. Make an appointment prior to your visit though in line with the new social norms. Note the offer for new cars should come with a SST tax rebate too.

Latest Toyota Malaysia Vehicle Prices from 15 June to 31 December 2020

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the official distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Malaysia have  announced new prices for its vehicles beginning 15 June 2020 and should be valid till 31 December 2020, following the incentives provided to the Malaysian automotive industry announced by the Prime Minister. This is to try bolster the automotive industry which has slowed down a lot due to the coronavirus Movement Control Order applied to the country.