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Audi Centre Setia Alam is official reopened. Operated by Goh Brothers Motor Sdn Bhd, this 4S outlet is located in a 4-storey facility housing sales, service, spare parts and a body and paint centre under one roof.

Based on the Audi Terminal concept, the contemporary Audi Centre has 60,000 square feet of space to ensure a comfortable and inviting setting as well as room for expansion. The showroom can accommodate up to 12 display vehicles, while the service centre is a double-storey facility that has 17 bays capable of servicing 34 cars a day. Both the showroom and service centre are manned by dedicated and trained personnel.

Audi Q5“Customer satisfaction is at the forefront of everything we do, and this makes delivering an unforgettable ownership experience a priority for us. For this, it is important to work together with our dealer partners to ensure constant improvements in retail and aftersales for Audi owners. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Goh Brothers Motor on this expansion, and I wish them the very best,” said Erik Winter, Managing Director of PHS Automotive Malaysia, the official distributor of Audi in Malaysia.

Goh Kian Sin, Managing Director of Goh Brothers Motor added that the Group is delighted to seal its Audi presence in the Klang Valley with this Setia Alam facility. “Goh Brothers Motor is synonymous with the Audi brand in the northern region with Audi Centre Juru. With Audi Centre Setia Alam, we would like to reiterate our commitment to our business, and Audi owners can rest assured that we will continue to strengthen the customer experience for them.“

Audi Centre Setia Alam is strategically located in the heart of the Setia Alam township (22A, Persiaran Setia Dagang) and is ready to serve the surrounding communities, including Shah Alam and Klang. The outlet has a customer lounge with complimentary Wi-Fi and a refreshed new vehicles delivery area. For Audi owners who need to service their Audi vehicles, they can make use of the pick-up and delivery service.

Audi_V6 TFSI EngineTo celebrate this reopening, Audi  Centre Setia Alam is inviting owners who have not visited the service centre in the past 6 months to come by and enjoy a complimentary 20-point safety diagnostic and health check. Worth RM300, this offer is valid till 31 August 2022. The outlet’s aftersales operations are open Mondays to Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Its showroom is open Mondays to Sundays from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It is closed on public holidays.

Audi cars purchased now are supported by 3 years’ free maintenance, 5 years’ unlimited mileage warranty and 5 years’ roadside assistance.

For more information on the Audi Centre Setia Alam, please call 03-33626555.

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When the VW Golf Mk 8 range was launched in February 2022, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) hadn’t announced the official retail price of the R-Line variant. It now has the official price and it is RM169,990.

Volkswagen Golf R-Line_Rear“We are proud to be able to locally assemble the iconic Golf in Malaysia. It is also a great opportunity to own a Golf that is made by Malaysians, for Malaysians – especially with the technological advancement and features in this latest generation. Simply put, the all-new, all-digital Golf R-Line is an aspiration. It is the hatchback that you want to be seen in,” said Erik Winter, Managing Director of VPCM.

The Mk 8 Golf R-Line runs a 1.4L TSI turbo engine under the hood, which is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission from Aisin. The engine produces 150 PS and 250 Nm of torque for the front wheels. Furthermore, the are selectable driving modes, a progressive steering, sport suspension and XDS electronic differential lock to enhance the driving experience. And like the Golf GTI, the Golf R-Line also has a battery regeneration feature which works during braking.

The all-new Golf is built with a high level of safety as the frame is constructed with a combination of high-quality steel that is extensively engineered to provide maximum occupant protection in the event of an  accident. Other notable safety features include Post Collision Braking System that prevents a second collision; Electronic Differential Lock to improve traction and reduce understeer; and 6 airbags.

Volkswagen Golf R-Line_Digital Cockpit_SteeringThe new Golf also integrates digital technology for connectivity and convenience. There is an intelligent voice control system that is activated by saying “Hello Volkswagen”, or by pressing the voice button on the steering wheel. It can recognise simple voice commands such as “I’m cold” and react accordingly, and in this case it will increase the cabin temperature.

The voice recognition is an improved version as cabin microphones are able to locate the person speaking e.g. driver or passenger, and in the case of cabin temperature, the system can then manipulate the 3-zone climate control system of the speaker’s zone.

Comfort within is enhanced with front sport seats fitted in Sardegna fabric and Art Velours side bolsters complete with the R-line logo embossed on the headrests. Further, the cabin features a 30-colour ambient lighting system which can be linked to the driving modes, or adjusted according to your mood and preference. There are 5 pre-set colour modes (Infinity, Eternity, Desire, Euphoria, Vitality) if you choose not to individualise the light ambience.

Space continues to be a priority in this iconic hatchback. It still offers a roomy cabin for the family, and the 381-litre luggage compartment can fit large pieces of sports or recreational equipment. Another smart feature of the vehicle is the quick entry access which automatically unlocks the doors when vehicle key is within the detection zone.

On the outside, the R-Line styling provides a sporty appearance, with gloss black treatment on the front and rear bumpers, and side skirts. This is complemented by LED headlights and tail lights; the headlights are joined by a horizontal LED strip across the grille. The sporty appearance further complemented by 17” Valencia alloy wheels and a pair of chrome-effect trapezoid faux exhaust tailpipes.

The VW Golf R-Line is available in 5 colours Moonstone Grey and metallic Kings Red, Atlantic Blue (metallic), Deep Black and Oryx White (pearl effect).

The Golf comes with 3 years of free maintenance, 5-year warranty (unlimited mileage), and 5 years of roadside assistance.

You can place bookings and arrange a test drive at any authorised Volkswagen dealership nationwide. For more information, visit www.volkswagen.com.my.

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GoCar Malaysia is currently running the ‘GoCarLah’ campaign which offers discounts on round trips with the GoCar Share fleet of vehicles. This promotional campaign will end on 30 September 2022, and is supposed to highlight this service as an affordable and viable alternative to public transportation.

GoCar_Car Sharing_FleetThe rates for GoCar’s regular fleet of vehicles start from as low as RM12.90 per hour, or RM58 per day. During  this campaign, you can apply the “LETSGOLAH” promo code to enjoy a 30% discount on the rates1. The GoCar Share (Round Trips) service is available in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Penang. GoCar has a wide range of models available for you to choose, depending on your preference and requirement. The fleet includes Perodua Axia, Proton Saga, Proton Persona, Proton Iriz, Perodua Bezza, Honda City, Toyota Vios, Nissan Almera, Renault Captur and Nissan Serena.

Additionally, if you are curious about electric vehicles and want to experience the drive without buying one, you can also do so with GoCar. You can book the all-electric Nissan Leaf with GoEV, which can also be found in the Share (Round Trip) section of the GoCar app. For this, you can apply the “GOEVLAH” promo code to enjoy 3 hours of free usage2. The GoEV vehicles are currently only available within Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.GoCar_GoEV_Promo

With the ‘GoCarLah’ campaign, you get to enjoy unlimited mileage with no hidden fees. GoCar is also waiving the RM20 membership fee for new users during the promotional period. And if you are carpooling, the cost of using a GoCar can be distributed among the passengers.

“GoCar was created to provide a convenient, transparent and affordable alternative to public transportation. We hope that through this campaign, more people will have access to a substitute mobility solution that they can rely on for their daily commute while enjoying some savings,” said Wong Hoe Mun, CEO, GoCar Malaysia.GoCar_GoEV_Nissan Leaf

“As the first car sharing company in the country to offer easy accessibility to affordable EVs, we hope that more everyday Malaysians will also take this opportunity to experience a greener, cleaner way of getting around with GoEV,” he added.

GoCar App_Car SharingTo sign-up for a GoCar membership and enjoy the ‘GoCarLah’ promotion, download the GoCar mobile app from this link.

For more information about GoCar Malaysia, visit https://hi.gocar.my or follow the GoCar Malaysia Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter channels.

1 Capped at RM60
2 Discount is equivalent to 3 hours free usage, capped at RM80

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Details and the retail prices of the new CKD Kia Carnival have been revealed by Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd, the new sole distributor for Kia in Malaysia. Labeled as a Grand Utility Vehicle (GUV), the locally assembled Carnival comes with the choice of 3 variants with 7 or 8 seats, priced as such (on the road in Peninsular Malaysia for private insurance and before insurance): 

  • 2.2D Mid (8-seater) : RM231,228.80
  • 2.2D High (8-seater) : RM247,228.80
  • 2.2D High (7-seater) : RM261,228.80

The 3-row Carnival is the first Kia model to be assembled at the Inokom Assembly plant located in Kulim, Kedah, under the new distributor. 

Kia_2.2 Litre Turbo Diesel Engine_SmartstreamThe Carnival continues to be powered by a 2.2L turbo diesel engine that is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, controlled by an electronic shifter (E-Shift). Power output is 199 hp @ 3,800 rpm and 440 Nm of torque @ 1,750 – 2,750 rpm. Having had a go with the Carnival on a road trip, it can be safely said that power delivery is more than adequate (for a GUV), smooth and most importantly, feels comfortable to the passengers.

The locally assembled 4th generation Carnival gets newly added driving comfort features, now standard across all variants. Standard kit includes the Smart Power Sliding Doors and Smart Power Liftgate, Smart Key with one-button open / close function for the rear sliding doors and liftgate, and sunshades for both rear rows’ windows. Other standard options include 18″ alloy wheels, Dual LED Headlights and LED Daytime Running Lights, a 12.3″ high resolution LCD Touchscreen Infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connected to a BOSE 12-speaker system, wireless charger and 7 USB ports.

As for the variant’s additional enhancements, the 2 high variants (7- & 8-seater) get a driver’s seat with 8-way powered adjustment, 4-way lumbar support, heating and ventilation, and memory function. They also enjoy a 12.3″ Digital Instrument Cluster, Interior LED lamps, Surround View Monitor and Dual Power sunroof. Additionally, the 7-seater High variant has Leather seats (instead of Leatherette) and Premium Relaxion seats in the 2nd row with a center walkthrough layout. These 2nd row seats also feature heating and ventilation. The top 2 variants also have a Surround View Monitor while the Mid variant only has a reverse camera view.

Furthermore, the Carnival 2.2D 8-seater High and 7-seater High are now equipped with newly added advanced safety features such as High Beam Assist (HBA), Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Blind-Spot Collison-Avoidance (BCA), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) and Smart Cruise Control (SCC). These features are part of Kia’s commitment to help keep drivers safe on the road.

Apart from the added safety features, the Carnival is built with a lighter and stronger platform making use of hot-stamped parts and ultra-high-strength steel for increased average tensile strength and torsional stiffness, while providing better driving dynamics. The improved aerodynamics from wheels, front bumpers and mirrors also contribute to better fuel efficiency.

Available exterior colour choices are Astra Blue, Sonic Silver, Jet Black, Snowflake White Pearl and Meteor Gray. Meanwhile, the Kia Carnival is covered by a 5-year Manufacturer Warranty (or 100,000 km, whichever comes first) and includes a 5-year Free Scheduled Maintenance package (or 100,000 km, whichever comes first).

You can now visit any authorised Kia dealership to book the Carnival.

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BMW Group Malaysia recently had its annual Dealer Awards Night, hosting over 200 representatives and individuals from the BMW dealership network to celebrate their achievements. In attendance at the event in Kuala Lumpur were representatives of 23 authorised BMW, MINI, BMW Motorrad as well as BMW Premium Selection dealerships from across the country.

“In the last year, each and every one of our associates have dedicated precious time and effort, coupled with their outstanding skills and years of experience to deliver excellence to all our customers in Malaysia. It is an honour for us at BMW Group Malaysia to have such a dedicated network of dealers who not only demonstrate what it means to be Number One in the Premium Automotive Segment, but have also consistently raised the bar in customer service within the local automotive industry, making the hallmark BMW Premium Ownership Experience the standard for aftersales service in the country,” commented Hans de Visser, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia in his speech acknowledging the dealerships and associates for their efforts.

The following are the awards given out that night, and their recipients:

BMW High Voltage Expert Certification

The new BMW High Voltage Expert Certification was presented to individuals who have undergone stringent training in specialising on electric vehicle batteries and BMW i vehicles.

The experts who received their certification are Choo Yee Khai of Auto Bavaria Penang, Balamurali J. Keshenan of Auto Bavaria Tebrau, Chang Duen Khang, Chai Meng Wah and Rampirabu Engiddaraman of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara, Thamotharan Pannirselvan of Tian Siang Premium Auto Butterworth, Muhammad Faiz of Regas Premium Sabah, Yap Kah Jun and Fong Song Yuan of Auto Bavaria Kuala Lumpur, as well as Thang Chin Fai of Millennium Welt Seremban.BMW High Voltage Expert Certification_2022

BMW Aftersales Dealer Award 2022

The BMW Group Malaysia Dealer Awards Night 2022 acknowledged the remarkable work of individuals in the area of Aftersales, across the Technical, Customer Service Officer, Head of Parts, Head of Aftersales and Open Category.

The Open Category award was given to Wai Kit Peng of Auto Bavaria Kuala Lumpur, Supiyati binti Ahmad of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara and Tuan Mohd Shafik bin Tuan Shamsuri of Millennium Welt Kuantan. For the Technical category, the award was given to Thamotharan a/l Pannirselvan of Tian Siang Premium Auto Butterworth, Rodi Ajang Anthony of Regas Premium Auto and Ahmad Idris bin Md Derus of Quill Automobiles.

Meanwhile, for the Customer Service Officer category, the award was given to Shim Kuan Guan of Regas Premium Sabah, Noor Haslina binti Jahaya of Lee Motors Auto Care and Tan Qi Herng of Millennium Welt Batu Pahat.

Last but not least, the Head of Parts category saw Pea Fong Fong of Lee Motors Auto Care and Bijamin Anak Changgan of Auto Bavaria Johor Bahru take home the award; while the Head of Aftersales award was given to Liew Sun Hoong of Quill Automobiles, Mohd Azlan Aladin of Auto Bavaria Penang and Anthony David of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Aftersales

BMW Motorrad Dealer Award 2022

The BMW Motorrad Dealer Award highlighted outstanding achievements in helping customers “Make Life a Ride”. The award was split across the categories of BMW Motorrad Technicians, BMW Motorrad Service  dvisors, BMW Motorrad Aftersale Manager, BMW Motorrad Sales Advisor and BMW Motorrad Sales Manager.

Celebrating the best of BMW Motorrad Technicians, the award went to Mohd Hanafi Abdul Ghapar of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara and Muhammad Farkhan Iman of Chear Motorrad.

For the BMW Motorrad Service Advisor category, the winners were Mohamad Sopian of EL Chong Motor and Tee Kean Chu of Auto Bavaria Penang. Meanwhile, the BMW Motorrad Aftersales Manager category saw Nicholas Yo of Regas Premium Auto and Eugene Francis of Millennium Welt Kuantan take home the award.

On the other hand, the BMW Motorrad Sales Advisor category winners were Gary Saw Kooi Hong of Auto Bavaria Penang and Wee Wei Ping of EL Chong Motor. Lastly, BMW Motorrad Sales Manager category winners were Wong Loke Win of Auto Bavaria Penang and Theresa Tan of Regas Premium Sabah.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Motorrad

MINI Issigonis Club Award 2022

The MINI Issigonis Club Award highlights the success of delivering BIG LOVE to customers with the MINI brand, broken down into the following categories i.e. MINI Top Dealership, MINI Top Sales Manager, and MINI Top Sales Advisor. The awards are further categorised under MINI John Cooper Works (MINI JCW), MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper.

For the MINI Top Sales Advisor award in the MINI Cooper category, the winners are Cally Chan Li Beng of Auto Bavaria Penang and Eliz Wong Yoon Hiung of Millennium Welt Seremban; while the winners for the MINI Cooper S category are Farizz Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak and Alan Yu Kok Yeong of Wheelcorp Premium. In the MINI JCW category, winners are Belinda Ong Gaik Choo and Lee Sok Yee of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara.

Meanwhile, the MINI Top Sales Manager award was given to Wong Kim Kooi of Auto Bavaria Penang for the MINI Cooper category, Michael John of Wheelcorp Premium for the MINI Cooper S category and Victor Tan Wei Teck of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara for the MINI JCW category.

Lastly, the MINI Top Dealership award saw Wong Loke Win of Auto Bavaria Penang recognised for the MINI Cooper category, Jayden Liew of Wheelcorp Premium for the MINI Cooper S category and Azwan Yahaya of Ingress Auto Bangsar for the MINI JCW category.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_MINI

Top Sales Advisor for Highest Funded Contracts 2022

The Top Sale Advisor for Highest Funded Contracts were awarded to individuals from the respective BMW Group Malaysia portfolio; BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad.

In the Highest BMW Funded Contracts category, the award went to Chua Kok Sing of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara, Lee Sok Yee of Auto Bavaria Damansara was awarded in the Highest MINI Funded Contracts category, while Ben Chear of Chear Motorrad was awarded in the Highest BMW Motorrad Funded Contracts category.

Top Sales Advisor for BMW Easy Drive 2022

Top Sales Advisor for BMW Easy Drive was awarded to outstanding individuals in Financial Services. The Platinum category winner for Top Sales Advisor for BMW Easy Drive 2022 went to Tan Khoi Peng of Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi, while Ungku Danish Akmal bin Ungku Ibrahim of Auto Bavaria Johor Bahru took home the Diamond category award.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Easy Drive

The Most Supportive BMW Dealership 2022

The Most Supportive BMW Dealership 2022 was awarded to Tian Siang Premium Auto Ipoh who was represented by their dealer principal, Tan Ka Kin.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Most Supportive Dealership

Highest Penetration for BMW Financial Services 2022

In the Highest Penetration for BMW Financial Service 2022, Wong Loke Win of Auto Bavaria Penang was awarded in the Platinum category while Tan Ka Kin of Tian Siang Premium Ipoh was awarded in the Diamond category.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Highest Penetration_Platinum

Highest Penetration for MINI Financial Services 2022

For the Highest Penetration for MINI Financial Services 2022, the Platinum category award was presented to  Bryan Wong of Millennium Welt Seremban, while Wong Loke Win of Auto Bavaria Penang took home the  Diamond category award.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_MINI_Highest Penetration

Highest Penetration for BMW Motorrad Financial Services 2022

The Highest Penetration for BMW Motorrad Financial Services 2022 saw Wong Loke Win of Millennium Welt Seremban recognised in the Platinum category and Gavin Tay of Regas Premium Auto in the Diamond Category.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Motorrad_Highest Penetration

BMW Vision Club Award 2022

The BMW Vision Club Award recognised remarkable individual accomplishments in sales i.e. awarded in the BMW Premium Selection Head of Sales category, as well as across the Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond categories for Sales Advisor and Head of Sales.

Under the BMW Premium Selection Head of Sales category, the winner for the Sales Advisor category (Outstation) was Pauline Lim of Regas Premium Auto and Yap Poh Len of Sime Darby Auto Selection Ara Damansara for the Sales Advisor category (Central), while the winner for the Head of Sales category (Outstation) was Alex Koh of Sime Darby Auto Selection Tebrau, and Karyn Ng of Wheelcorp Premium for Head of Sales category (Central).

Meanwhile, the Silver category for Sales Advisor were awarded to Felicia Fong of Millennium Welt Kuantan and Muriel Tan of Regas Premium Sabah, while Gold category winners were Lim Yu Yuan of Lee Motors Auto Care and Jia Hao Liau of Seong Hoe Premium Motors. Platinum category winners were Wendy Lee of Millennium Welt Seremban, Saravanan a/l Samykanoo of Tian Siang Premium Auto Butterworth, and Louise Lou of Tian Siang Premium Auto Ipoh, while those taking home the Diamond category award were Thilagaraj a/l Palanisamy of Quill Automobiles, Jamie Hoy of Quill Automobiles, Michelle Chan of Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi and Winnie Lim of Wheelcorp Premium.

For Head of Sales, the Silver category went to Theresa Tan of Regas Premium Sabah, while Josephine Tay of Regas Premium Auto and Gabriel Koh of Seong Hoe Premium Motors took home the Gold category award. Platinum category winners for Head of Sales were Wong Kim Kooi of Auto Bavaria Penang and Lee Chin Kwang of Auto Bavaria Johor Bahru. Finally, Diamond category winners were Ray Law of Wheelcorp Premium and Mandy Tang of Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Vision Club

BMW Excellence Club Award 2022

The BMW Excellence Club Award is given to individuals who recorded stellar performances for the year and is awarded in 4 categories this year: Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond. The winner for the Gold category was Andy Tian of Auto Bavaria Tebrau in first place, while Silver category was awarded to Woon Choon Yuen of Millennium Welt Kuantan in first place. For the Platinum category, Wong Loke Win of Auto Bavaria Penang took home the first place, followed by Tan Ka Kin of Tian Siang Premium Auto Ipoh as runner-up and Danny Boey Tong Guan of Auto Bavaria Johor Bahru in third place.

Lastly, for the Diamond category, Joe Lee Se Juan of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara was awarded first place, with Muhd Azrul Azman of Auto Bavaria Sungai Besi and Choong Chin Seong of Auto Bavaria Kuala Lumpur being awarded the second and third place respectively.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Excellence Club

BMW Club 50 Award

For the first time ever, the BMW Club 50 Award was presented in the Member of Club 50 2021 category to dealer principals that have achieved sales of 50% and above in the premium market share of their respective state.

The winners are Wong Loke Win of Auto Bavaria Penang, Tan Ka Kin of Tian Siang Premium Auto Butterworth and Ipoh, Bryan Wong of Millennium Welt Seremban, Loy Suan Chiow of Seong Hoe Premium Motors, Dato’ Seri Abdul Razak of Raza Premium Auto, Woon Choon Yuen of Millennium Welt Kuantan and Gavin Tay of Regas Premium Auto.BMW Group Malaysia_Dealer Awards Night 2022_Club 50

We too, congratulate all dealers and associates for their hard work in providing a premium experience to customers.

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Ferrari had recently commissioned a 1 megawatt solid oxide fuel cell plant at its facility in Maranello. This new power plant will provide 5% of the total energy required for Ferrari’s production activities*. It will also reduce the company’s emissions and fuel consumption for energy, as it takes another step towards becoming carbon neutral by 2030. Compared to CHP (Combined Heat and Power) cogeneration systems, gas requirements will be reduced by around 20% with a significant saving in energy.Ferrari_Maranello_Fuel Cell Plant

The plant is built by Bloom Energy, a US-based company which has its solid oxide fuel cell applications utilised in various sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare and data centres. Solid oxide fuel cells typically generate electricity from hydrogen and thus has a significantly lower impact in terms of carbon and emissions.

But this innovative technology platform also offers flexibility in the choice of energy sources required to power the plant e.g. hydrogen, natural gas, biomethane or a combination, to convert the fuel into electricity without combustion.

A further benefit of this highly efficient system, compared to the equivalent systems used previously, is the reduction of more than 99% of the pollution that causes the build-up of smog and particulate matter.
Fuel Cell Plant_Ferrari HQ_Maranello

“Ferrari is working harder than ever to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, through the adoption of leading-edge technologies and of a scientific approach that are written in our DNA. We are thrilled to partner with Bloom Energy, as both our Companies are highly committed to a decarbonization path, and proud to host its first European installation,” said Benedetto Vigna, Ferrari CEO.

“Ferrari is a legendary trailblazer in the luxury automotive industry, and Bloom Energy commends their commitment to leading in both operational excellence and carbon neutrality across their entire value chain by 2030,” commented KR Sridhar, Bloom Energy Founder, Chairman and CEO.

* Based on energy requirements of Ferrari facilities in 2021.

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The Nissan outlet in Rawang has been upgraded to a 3S level by Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM). The 3S centre is a branch of ETCM and was originally solely a sales outlet. It has now been expanded to offer a full range of 3S services i.e. sales, service and spare parts to meet the growing needs of customers in Rawang and neighbouring areas.

In addition to the facilities upgrade, the new 3S outlet bears NRC-NEXT which is Nissan’s latest global concept for retail. It incorporates the latest Nissan Corporate Identity and features the new Nissan logo. This is in line with Nissan’s global plan to transform Nissan showrooms and provide customers with an elevated brand experience.

Nissan Rawang 3S_ServiceVisitors to the showroom will experience a new and comforting environment with a modern interior layout and furniture design. You will be able to view all Nissan models, with a “Star Car” prominently on display. Presently, the Star Car is the recently launched Nissan Serena S-HYBRID. There will be sales representatives present to answer your questions and provide information at any time.

Besides the welcoming atmosphere, there is also a comfortable customer lounge to relax in and enjoy the complimentary refreshments. Further, a private room is also available for discussions with sales consultants. Visitors are welcome to request for test drives to experience the range of Nissan vehicles available.

Nissan_Aftersales_Service BaysAs a mini 3S outlet, ETCM Nissan Rawang also has a fully equipped service centre. Nissan owners in the area can obtain aftersales support provided by skilled technicians as well as an assured supply of Nissan Genuine Parts. The service centre has 2 service bays for Quick service and maintenance jobs.

The ETCM Nissan 3S Rawang is located at No. 7-G, 9-G & 7-1, Jalan Bandar Baru Rawang 16, Pusat Bandar Baru Rawang 48000 Rawang, Selangor. Its showroom hours are Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 7 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6PM; Sunday: 10 AM – 5PM. Meanwhile, its service centre hours are Monday – Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6PM; Sunday / Public Holiday: Closed.

As part of its network expansion ETCM has added 3 new Nissan dealerships. They are:

  • Lofty World Sdn Bhd
    • No. 1 & 3, Susur Simpang, Jalan Simpang 34000 Taiping, Perak
    • Sales – Monday to Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM; Sunday / Public Holiday: 11 AM – 4 PM
    • Service – Monday to Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM; Sunday / Public Holiday: Closed
  • Da Kim Auto Sdn Bhd
    • No. 16 & 17, Jalan Intan 2/1, Taman Intan, 86000 Kluang, Johor
    • Sales – Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 6 PM; Saturday, Sunday / Public Holiday: 10 AM – 4 PM
  • Ngu Brothers Motor Service Sdn Bhd
    • Lot 1187, Jalan Salim, 96009 Sibu, Sarawak
    • Sales – Monday to Satuday: 8 AM – 5 PM; Sunday / Public Holiday: 8 AM – 12 PM

You can also locate other authorised Nissan outlets at www.nissan.com.my. Or contact the Nissan Customer Care Centre hotline (1800-88-3838) for more information.

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L-R: From Hino - Mr. Chan Ing Chyi, Operating Officer, Mr. Ahmad Yasmin Yahya, Director, Mr. Shingo Sakai, General Manager, Mr. Atsushi Uchiyama, Managing Director. From SSTP - Mr. Chan Swe Wah, Managing Director, Mr. Samson Chan, Business Development Director, Mr. Chan Ah Fook, Director, Mr. Edmund Chan, After-sales Director.

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd has officially opened its latest 3S centre. Operated by Soon Seng Truck & Parts Sdn Bhd (SSTP), this Sales, Service, and Spare Parts centre is located in a strategic area with good accessibility and convenience to Hino customers in the Balakong and surrounding areas.

This new Hino 3S centre is sited on 20,000 sq ft and cost SSTP about RM1 million to set up. The centre is equipped with the latest facilities and tools that comply to HINO standards. It features 6 service bays, including 2 express maintenance bays that guarantee a 45-minute servicing time exclusively for customers who have pre-booked an appointment.

For the comfort and convenience of Hino customers, the 3S centre offers a comfortable lounge, complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as free flow of beverages. Furthermore, SSTP offers convenient services for customers including road tax renewal, insurance coverage renewal services, and 24-hour towing truck services, besides the usual service maintenance and repairs.

The relationship between Hino and SSTP began more than 40 years ago when SSTP started off as an authorised spare parts distributor in Seremban in 1978. In 2008, SSTP upgraded its facility to 3S level and and then relocated to a more strategic location in Nilai, Negri Sembilan in 2014. The upgraded center offered vehicle sales, maintenance and repair, spare parts, as well as body and paint, including truck body fabrication and repair.Soon Seng Hino 3S Centre_Balakong_Opening

As a Hino Authorised 3S Dealership for over 10 years, SSTP has bagged about 30 awards. Its latest achievements were the Excellent Dealer Award 2021 and Total Support Award 2021. These achievements are recognition of its commitment to deliver customer satisfaction and accomplish customer retention.

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia)_Atsushi Uchiyama_MC“We appointed SSTP Balakong outlet as HINO Authorised 3S centre to offer a one-stop solution under one roof to our customers,” said Hino Malaysia Managing Director, Atsushi Uchiyama at the official launch. “Customer- centric always in our mind where we aim to serve the best and most convenient access and services to customers. We believe this new 3S centre is convenient for the customer from making inquiries about the latest HINO models, vehicle body work, and attaining after-sales services and genuine parts supply,” he added. The launch was officiated by Atsushi Uchiyama and Chan Swe Wah, Managing Director of SSTP.

With a growing customer base in the Klang Valley, Hino sees the need to meet increasing demand for its aftersales services. “In the commercial vehicle industry, good engagement with customers is our top priority and we will build continuous relationship especially in after-sales support. Our goal is to provide total support to customers and this new center will support our customers based in Klang Valley,” said Chan Swe Wah. He also sees a growing demand for transportation and logistics services in the Balakong area due to the development. “With the establishment of this new 3S center, we believe it will benefit to most transport and logistics companies,” he added.Hino & Soon Seng Truck & Parts Sdn Bhd_3S Centre

By strengthening Hino’s presence here, the SSTP Hino Balakong 3S centre will ensure continual delivery of high-quality products and excellent services that will improve the customer experience.

The new Hino 3S centre is situated at No. 7, Jalan Taming Jaya, Taman Taming Jaya, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor. It is open Mondays to Fridays from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM; and Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

You can contact the centre by telephone (03-8961 1389) or fax (03-8964 5799).

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Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) recently hosted a weekend getaway for Hyundai EV (electric vehicle) owners. This is a first-of-its-kind getaway organised by HSDM to show appreciation to new Hyundai EV owners.

Hyundai Driving Experience_IONIQ 5_Kona ElectricThe weekend getaway was held at the Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort which also gave the opportunity to all parties to exchange knowledge and tips on making the most of the EV driving experience. Mr. Low Yuan Lung, Managing Director of HSDM said apart from thanking customers for their support, it is also a great avenue for the brand to get to know its customers and to gather feedback on their new EVs. “We have delivered close to 200 units of EVs since the Kona Electric launch late last year and the IONIQ 5 launch in March this year. We really appreciate our customers’ patience and understanding as we contended with the many trials and tribulations brought on by the global chip shortages.”

The convoy was flagged off from Hyundai’s showroom in Sime Darby Motors City, Ara Damansara, after breakfast and a safety briefing. The convoy of 25 EVs, made up of IONIQ 5 and Kona Electric, drove to Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort via the scenic routes of Bagan Lalang.

“This appreciation getaway was hosted to thank our customers for their support and to allow owners of our EVs to network, get to know one another as well as to share their EV ownership experience,” added Mr. Low.

Most EV owners who came with their family members on this getaway said they enjoyed the drive and the time spent exchanging knowledge and tips with fellow EV owners.Hyundai EV Owners

Asari Ramli who owns the IONIQ 5 Plus mentioned that he enjoyed this event where owners get to share their thoughts on the driving capabilities of the Hyundai EV. “This event is very well organised. It is the first interactive event that I have attended and a good platform for owners to share knowledge and tips, especially on the great safety features of the vehicle”.

This event was an initiative by HSDM in its commitment to deliver products and services that are ‘geared for distinction’ in ensuring that customers enjoy their ownership experience.Hyundai Driving Experience_EV Owners_Shell

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The CBU Kia Carnival 11-seater MPV imported from South Korea was quickly snapped up by buyers when it was introduced in early 2022. And now about half a year on, Kia Malaysia Sdn Bhd has prepared a locally assembled Carnival for the market. Kia Malaysia is a joint venture between Kia Corporation and Bermaz Auto  Berhad (BAuto).Kia Carnival_Side

The CKD Kia Carnival is the first Kia model produced under this new partnership and is assembled at the Inokom plant in Kulim, Kedah. It remains powered by a 2.2L turbo diesel engine that is paired with an 8-speed automatic and producing 199 hp @ 3,800 rpm and 440 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm – 2,750 rpm. But unlike the fully imported version, the locally assembled one will be available with fewer seats i.e. 7-seater and 8-seater configurations. This means more cabin space for each passenger and will have more premium appointments. 

The CKD Carnival will include front & rear heated and ventilated seats, Premium Relaxion seats in the 2nd row that can be fully reclined, a 12-speaker Bose® sound system, 12.3″ infotainment display, ambient lighting, one-touch smart powered sliding doors and smart powered tailgate.

Kia CarnivalSafety kit will include a comprehensive suite of Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). This includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning (FCA), Smart Cruise Control (SCC), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), High Beam Assist (HBA) and Safe Exit Assist (SEA).

“The roll-out of the Kia Carnival in CKD form was an important milestone in the marque’s renaissance in Malaysia. We are delighted to welcome the first Kia model produced here at Inokom for the Malaysian and ASEAN markets. The Kia Carnival marks a new beginning for the Kia brand and showcases all the hallmarks of our products, superior design, smart technology and an impressive driving experience,” said the Kia Asia Pacific President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Ted Lee.Kia Carnival_Sign

Meanwhile, Dato’ Wong Kin Foo, Managing Director of Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd said, “The consumer’s response to the fully imported Kia Carnival 11-seater variant launched in January has been very encouraging and we are confident that the consumers will be equally enthusiastic about the CKD Kia Carnival. We believe these CKD variations will serve the differing needs and expectations of those in the market for a modern and luxurious multi-purpose vehicle”. Dinamikjaya Motors is part of the BAuto group and is the sole distributor of Kia vehicles and spare parts in Malaysia.

Kia Malaysia believes that this joint venture will boost the price competitiveness and supply of the Kia Carnival due to the significant demand in Malaysia and regional export markets. Furthermore, Kia Malaysia will continue with its plan to be the hub that serves the targeted export markets with various models to be assembled in Kulim. The plan to export is firmly on track and the brand will make its maiden shipment soon.

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