All-New Toyota Vios will be launched tomorrow evening - Longer wheelbase, Camry Looks....a lot to like from this B segment sedan

Taking centre stage tomorrow evening is the  launch of the All-New Toyota Vios. Mostly new with its new interior and exterior design incorporating new technology (lighter and longer in wheelbase) and features, set to attract, excite and inspire. All of these coupled to a reliable 106hp 1.5liter engine and a 7 Speed cvt transmission should make it a decent drive in all aspects.

(NOTE - LAUNCH ARTICLE is here - https://motoring-malaysia.blogspot.com/2023/03/4th-generation-toyota-vios-launched-two.html)

Art of Speed Malaysia 2023 is BACK!!! - 29 & 30 July 2023 at MAEPS

“Raikan Beza Mu” is the tagline for the newest edition of Art Of Speed Malaysia (AOS). The popular "Kustom & Counter Culture" exhibition for 2023 has more halls and even more activities. This follows a record-breaking crowd response from AOS 2022,.  This year, the event will be held at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) on 29 July 2023 (10:00 am – 7:00 pm) and 30 July 2023 (10:00 am – 7:00 pm). So keep the date free if you are interested in going folks.

PROTON Officially Opens its newest RM140mil Stamping Line and states that its upcoming SUV will have a hybrid option

Earlier today,  PROTON unveiled the newest stamping line at its Tanjung Malim plant during an official visit by the Menteri Besar (Chief Minister) of Perak, Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad that was hosted by Datuk Seri Syed Faisal Albar, Chairman of PROTON. The new RM140million stamping line has machines that can stamp out parts using up to 2,500-tonnes of pressure and is capable of producing 50 unique components that will be used by Proton vehicles. The stamping line is the largest in Malaysia and has the potential to reduce the company’s annual use of imported parts by about 115,000 units

Hino Malaysia launches the HINO 200 Series light truck

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HMSM), had launched the new HINO 200 Series light truck earlier today. This is a new series added to Hino's Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) lineup thatcould be the ideal size for those that require something small (under 3.5Tonnes), nimble and very suitable to tight city streets or windy roads. HMSM states that they aim to provide trucks that are best suited to the needs of the local market, as well as align with its mission to be Malaysia's most Customer-Centric and reliable commercial vehicle company. All of this by providing Best-fit Product' and Total Support.

BMW Motorrad Malaysia launches the Special 100 Years Edition of the retro-inspired roadster - The BMW R nineT.

On the 3rd of March 202,BMW Motorrad Malaysia today introduced the New BMW R nineT 100 Years. Limited to only 1,923 units worldwide, the motorcycle is a tribute to the founding year of BMW Motorrad and only ten units have been made available to the Malaysian market. This exclusive roadster is priced at RM 129,500.00 on the road excluding insurance. The New BMW R nineT 100 Years’ reduced design language sets the scene with a compact tank and upright seating position, as well as high-quality materials and stylish design elements. As expected from BMW Motorrad. 

Book your Volvo XC90 by end of March 2023 and be eligible for a complimentary 5 year service package

Recently, the Volvo XC90 SUV has earned a 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The announcement comes after the IIHS strengthened the requirements for its TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) awards.  The new, tougher, criteria demand better side crash protection, improved pedestrian crash prevention systems, and the elimination of subpar headlights from the field of qualifying vehicles and the XC90 midsized SUV was deemed to be one of the safest in its category for all those mentioned above.

BMW Group Malaysia commemorates ‘100 Years of BMW Motorrad’ with a special BMW R18 Centennial Ride - More to Happen in the coming months Folks!

BMW Group Malaysia commemorates ‘100 Years of BMW Motorrad’ with a special BMW R18 Centennial Ride which happened across Kuala Lumpur recently. BMW R 18 owners in Malaysia had embarked on a centennial ride with BMW Motorrad Malaysia to celebrate 100 years of the ‘Make Life a Ride’ spirit, one that is passion and community driven.

Scania and IKTBNDT has produced its first batch of 10 apprentices that had successfully passed the Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia Tahap 2 (SKM Level 2)

Scania, the First Heavy Commercial Vehicle Manufacturer in Malaysia to be accredited as the National Dual Training System/Sistem Latihan Dual Nasional (NDTS/SLDN) Centre by Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia has produced its first batch of 10 apprentices that had successfully passed the Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia Tahap 2 (SKM Level 2) from Institut Kemahiran Tinggi Belia Negara, Dusun Tua - IKTBNDT . 

PROTON opens their East Malaysia Regional Parts Centre in Kuching Sarawak

On the 27th of February 2023 PROTON announced the official opening of its Regional Parts Centre in Kuching, Sarawak. This is part of Company’s continuous effort to enhance after sales service over in East Malaysia where the newly completed facility can reduce the lead time for parts delivery by at least 30%, thereby allowing PROTON a boost to its after sales service over in East Malaysia. This should allow Proton vehicles to be serviced much faster if there are cases of major repairs or servicing.

Auto Bavaria introduces the first electric vehicle charging facility for the MINI brand in the northern region - Located at the Gurney Plaza, Penang

Recently, Auto Bavaria, the largest network of authorised dealer representatives for premium automakers BMW, BMW Motorrad and MINI in the northern region of Malaysia, is pleased to introduce the first electric vehicle charging facility for the brand MINI in the northern region. The new charging stations are located on level six of Gurney Plaza Penang. More options for charging up north for MINI, folks.

Continental Tyres launches the ComfortContact CC7 for the Malaysian market

A few days ago,  Continental Tyres launched its newest product in its line of Generation 7 tyres, the ComfortContact CC7. This new series is a comfort-focused tyre that seeks to make every journey truly enjoyable for both drivers and passengers. This new tyre follows the launch of the UltraContact UC7 in August 2022 and was designed with comfort, like its namesake, in mind.

The CC7 replaces the ComfortContact CC6. The ComfortContact CC7 provides enhanced safety on the road though significant improvements in handling and braking without sacrificing on comfort and low noise levels. The new all season CC7 tyre was designed for a wide range of vehicles and is available from 13” to 16” tyre size fitments. Drivers looking for a truly enjoyable driving experience can also choose the ComfortContact CC7 for their mini-compact, compact, mid-size and MPVs as Continental has sizes for these vehicles. 

A Ride and Drive as well as a Handover Event with the first ever Volvo B11RLE low entry double deck coach in Malaysia

 

Volvo Buses showcased the first ever fully built Volvo B11RLE 6x2 double deck coach for the Malaysian market and had inviting customers to experience first-hand a Ride and Drive event earlier today. This comes after introducing the Volvo B11RLE 6x2 chassis here recently. YB Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Transport Minister of Malaysia, and His Excellency Dr. Joachim Bergstrom, Ambassador of Sweden to Malaysia, graced the event held at the Volvo Group Malaysia Shah Alam office.

This event marked the first time a fully built Volvo B11R Low Entry 6x2 double deck coach is showcased and operated on road in the market since the chassis’ introduction in 2022. The event was jointly organized by Volvo Buses and its partner Truckquip Sdn. Bhd. (TQ), which is Volvo’s fully authorized chassis assembly factory in Malaysia. The buses were also officially handed over to the operators, Sani Express Sdn Bhd (Sani).

4th Generation Vios Teased by UMW Toyota Motor - Now with Fastback styling and a Camry styled grille - Also Open for Booking at all Toyota Showrooms in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor will launch the all-new 4th generation Toyota Vios with new, enhanced specifications and upgraded features offer customers greater value. According to the company,the all-new Toyota Vios will be enhanced with improved performance and quicker acceleration too. It is now open for booking beginning 24th February 2023. Orders can be placed at all authorized Toyota showrooms nationwide.  They have also included teaser pics which you will see below. But that said, if you just head over to the Toyota Thailand website, which I link here, and below so you can see that it is basically the Yaris Ativ over there and you can see how the new Vios will look like.

CARSOME Launches the CARSOME Service Center with two service centers located in Petaling Jaya and Ampang

Yesterday, the integrated car e-commerce platform CARSOME has ventured into the after-sales car service market with the launch of CARSOME Service Center. Currently operating two service outlets, he company has commenced operations of two CARSOME Service Centers in Petaling Jaya and Ampang. Car owners can book an appointment for an initial inspection through CARSOME’s website. So now, aside from catering to its pre-owned car buyers, CARSOME Service Centre can also serve anyone looking for worry-free car maintenance, and those looking for a trusted car maintenance partner upon expiry of their principal warranty period.

UMW Toyota Motor and GAZOO Racing Malaysia launches five new GAZOO Racing models comprising three GR and two GR Sport variants - the GR Supra, GR Corolla, GR86, Hilux GR Sport and Corolla Cross GR Sport

UMW Toyota Motor and GAZOO Racing Malaysia today, for the first time ever in the history of specialty model launches, launched five new GAZOO Racing models comprising three GR and two GR Sport variants consisting of the all-new GR Supra (pictured below), GR Corolla (pictured above), GR86, Hilux GR Sport and Corolla Cross GR Sport. So three actual performance models and two, which are regular Toyota models with GR parts plastered onto them. 

HINO and Mara Liner officially opens a new service outlet in Bandar Muadzam Shah

 

On the 16 February 2023 Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Hino) officially opened its new Hino Approved Service Outlet (HASO) in Bandar Muadzam Shah, Pahang, under the company’s dealer development program. The partner dealer involved is Mara Liner Sdn Bhd (MLSB). A familiar name in Malaysia, MLSB is wholly owned by Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) and it specialises in public transport, logistics services, and bus services to all states in Peninsular Malaysia.

isuzu Malaysia updates the Isuzu D-Max range for 2023

Yesterday, Isuzu Malaysia introduced the 2023 Isuzu D-Max range which has received a number of updates for the model year. Notable changes is the introduction of new body colours for the flagship 3.0liter X-Terrain and 3.0liter and 1.9liter Premium variants including a new Islay Gray Mica . Both variants also benefit from a new shade of white – Dolomite White Pearl which has a more lustrous sheen than the previous Silky PearlWhite. Now, there is also Biarritz Blue Metallic replacing the Sapphire Blue, available primarily with the Automatic Premium, 1.9liter Auto Plus and 1.9liter Automatic Standard variants.

Naza Italia Presents the 2023 Maserati Levante GT Hybrid

Naza Italia has introduced the 2023 Levante GT Hybrid for the Malaysian market today. The Italian luxury SUV is Maserati's most urban, minimal and contemporary styled SUVwith variant specific trimming.  The GT hybrid trims have been developed not only to meet all customers’ requirements and expectations, but also to epitomise the various over-arching themes of the Maserati range which must highlight innovation, performance and design. This is the result of the synergy between the Centro Stile Maserati and the Product Development Team, focusing on research into materials, design cues and dedicated features. All of this comes at a price of RM738,000.00 including local duties and taxes, but before customization options, and insurance.

Production for the new EQS at Mercedes-Benz Production Plant in Pekan, Pahang - The EQS 500 4MATIC now priced from RM648,888

Today the 15h of February, the first-all electric Mercedes-EQ built in Malaysia has been successfully launched in Mercedes-Benz production plant in Pekan, Pahang. Now locally assembled (CKD or completely knocked down) for the Malaysian market, the new 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS will be available in a more powerful EQS 500 4MATIC, from mid-March 2023 onwards. The luxury flagship fully electric sedan has a 330 kW rated output thanks to the new dual electric motor and comes with an extensive range of up to 696km according to WLTP (amended from 695km because of a typo and 1km in difference is a huge difference that it will disrupt the space and time continuum) . This makes the EQS 500 4MATIC, the best in its class.

The All-New Generation of the Perodua Axia city compact car has been launched - More Space...now closer in size to the Myvi

The next generation Perodua Axia has been launched  and as always, they have already started deliveries. This time with the first 2,900 customers getting the full model change Axia city compact car. It is larger in size inside and out, which should be quite a blessing to those that opted to switch to the new model from the 44,000 existing Axia orders still undelivered. 

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