UMW Toyota Motor announced today it is aiming for a total of 80 Toyota sales, service and spare-parts (3S) centre by the year 2013. The company is investing RM300 million to enhance its sales and aftersales facilities to cater for the increasing number of Toyota vehicles. The announcement was made at the official opening event [...]
The Toyota Vios has always been a best-seller in it’s class, thanks to affordable quality, good fuel economy, and simple, sleek urban styling. This month, UMW Toyota Motor introduces an updated Vios range which incorporates minor changes while maintaining its position as a Global Small Stylish Saloon. Besides the five grades available previously, a new [...]
BMW Group Malaysia today introduced the New BMW 1 Series Coupe and 1 Series Convertible, two new elegant and exclusive sporty premium compact BMW cars, exemplifying what it means to have and enjoy the ultimate premium and uncompromising driving experience. Introducing the cars, Mr. Geoffrey Briscoe, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia said, “The new [...]
UMW Toyota Motor held an opening ceremony for the expansion of their Parts Distribution Centre warehouse facility here today. The expansion was made to accommodate the increased in demand for Toyota Genuine Parts and Motor Oil. En. Ismet Suki, President of UMW Toyota Motor said in his speech, “To accommodate the growth of our parts [...]
Back in 2003 when I was working on the Lotus Europa project (codenamed Project Sepang, and errr it wasn’t meant to be a Lotus..) I had the chance to have a go at the legendary Lotus Test Track at their plant in Hethel. Think about it man. This is the track that Clark, Mansell, and [...]
The BMW Group recently added another feather to its cap with the release of the Global RepTrakTM 100 Report, a consumer study that lists the world’s most reputable companies. In this prestigious study, the Munich-based premium marque was listed as the overall fourth highest company in terms of corporate reputation and the number one company [...]
Perodua has just launched the new Perodua Myvi, in what they term is an evolution of style and functionality derived from its best selling model, the original Perodua Myvi. “The new Perodua Myvi is a refined compact car that bears the Myvi’s main concept of convenience and style but with marked improvements both in looks [...]
There’s never been a better time than now to treat yourself to Volvo’s top-of-the-range S80 2.5T. For a limited time only, Volvo’s authorised dealers are offering limited units of the S80 2.5T – the fastest sedan in its class – at a fantastic, one-of-a-kind price. The only way to learn more about this unbelievable bargain [...]
Volkswagen Group Malaysia has announced the expansion of its management team in line with the rapid growth of Volkswagen in Malaysia. With immediate effect, Mr. Ricky Tay will head VGM, taking over the helm from Mr. Andreas Prinz. After 9 years abroad, Mr. Prinz, who has concluded his Malaysian contract, will be based at the [...]
Sabahans were treated to a taste of the Dakar Rally recently when the Dakar Rally Experience by Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia rolled into Kota Kinabalu for the first time. Among the highlights of the event was the opportunity to sit in a special high speed taxi-ride with two-time Dakar Rally Champion Hiroshi Masuoka from Japan. The [...]
Three out of four motor cars run on under-inflated tyres while more than half are dangerously under-inflated, resulting in shorter tyre service life, increased fuel consumption and in millions of tonnes of carbon emissions. Michelin’s “Fill up with Air” campaign to be launched in selected venues in Selangor, Melaka, Perak, Pahang, and Johor in conjunction [...]
In line with the introduction of B5 biodiesel by the Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister, Yang Berhormat Tan Sri Bernard Dompok, BMW Group Malaysia would like to underline its support on this latest Government initiative. The announcement reaffirms the nation’s continued emphasis on green and sustainable technologies, which will ultimately benefit the people and the [...]
BMW Group Malaysia has announced plans to ramp up its production at its local assembly facilities in Kulim by 50% for 2011, in line with the organisation’s increased investment and the creation of more skilled jobs within the Malaysian automotive industry. The premium carmaker made the announcement at the introduction of its latest model variant, [...]
Booking for the new Perodua Myvi begins this Sunday June 4th. Bookings will be accepted at any of Perodua’s 148 outlets nationwide. However, there’s no word on the pricing of the car as yet. “The booking fee is only RM400, while the price of the car will only by revealed at the launch date,” Perodua [...]
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