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The new SISMA Auto Hub in Glenmarie, Shah Alam is a premium multi-brand 3S centre for the Jaguar Land Rover and Volvo brands. The SISMA Auto Hub takes over the site from the Jaguar Land Rover 3S following a recent decision to consolidate retail operations. Jaguar Land Rover (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is a joint venture between SISMA Auto and Sime Darby.

SISMA Auto Hub_ShowroomThis consolidation exercise involves acquisition of dealer assets and transfer of staff from both Sime Darby Auto Connexion and SISMA Auto, and the consolidation of retail operations to Ara Damansara, Selangor and Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Penang. SISMA Auto still retains significant interest in the Jaguar Land Rover business as a joint venture partner in JLRM.

While it officially still represents those 2 premium brands, it also plans to leverage its more than 25 years as a franchise dealer for Jaguar, Land Rover and Volvo, to offer the same premium 3S experience for ANY brand of luxury car. At the new Auto Hub, customers can buy, sell or service ANY brand of luxury car.

SISMA Auto Hub Glenmarie features a 14-car showroom and a 16-work bay service centre equipped with the latest tools and diagnostic equipment. This makes it easier for you to:

  • Buy certified pre-owed luxury cars from a trusted name;
  • Sell your used luxury car for a fair price, quickly and transparently; and
  • Service any luxury car regardless of original source, with peace of mind.

“We believe that a premium 3S experience should be available to all luxury car owners. At SISMA Auto Hub, our highly trained team will provide the same level of exceptional service that you have come to expect from SISMA Auto,” said Syed Khalil bin Syed Ibrahim, Managing Director, SISMA Auto.SISMAT Auto Hub 3S_Service Centre_Work Bay_Hoist

Other than Jaguar Land Rover (Malaysia) and SISMA Auto Hub, the company currently operates 2 Volvo outlets i.e. a sales showcase at Bukit Bintang and Service and Selekt Centre in Glenmarie, next to SISMA Auto Hub. Volvo Car Malaysia had also awarded SISMA Auto the coveted Dealer of the Year in 2020 and 2021 consecutively.

SISMA Auto is looking to continue to grow with the Volvo brand in Malaysia and has started construction of its flagship Volvo 3S facility in Sungai Besi. The new 50,000 square foot facility consists of 4 floors and represents a significant expansion of SISMA Auto’s Volvo business. The new SISMA Auto Volvo facility is expected to commence operations by the end of 2022.

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Buyers of the Porsche Cayenne SUV now have the sleek Platinum Edition as an option to pick. This special edition is characterised by exclusive coordinated design elements in a satin Platinum paint finish as well as by extra standard equipment. This stylish option is available for the Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid and Cayenne S models, as well as the corresponding Coupé variants.

Porsche Cayenne_Headlight_RS Spyder Design WheelThe exclusive Cayenne Platinum Edition bears numerous model-specific details in a satin-finish Platinum. The inlays in the slats of the air intakes at the front, the Porsche lettering integrated in the LED rear light strip, the model designation at the rear and the standard 21″ RS Spyder Design wheels, which are reserved exclusively for the Platinum Edition, are all painted in this colour. Further, sport tailpipes and side window trims in black place emphasis on the sporty, elegant look of this special series. Matching solid colours in white and black, metallic paint finishes in Jet Black, Carrara White, Mahogany, Moonlight Blue and the special colour Crayon are available.

The cabin features Crayon seat belts and brushed aluminium door entry sills with the ‘Platinum Edition’ logo to add a special touch. There are also the textured aluminium interior package and silver-coloured trims.

Additionally, the Cayenne Platinum Edition comes with an extended equipment list as standard. This includes LED headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), a panoramic roof system, privacy glass, a Bose surround sound system, ambient lighting, 8-way leather sports seats, Porsche Crest on the front and rear headrests, and an analogue clock on the dashboard. Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur also offers a wide range of refinement options for the interior and exterior – from selective changes to extensive modifications.

The Platinum Edition of the Porsche Cayenne is available to order now, with deliveries starting in Germany in May 2022. Prices including VAT start at 89,335 euros for the 250 kW (340 PS) Cayenne, 102,901 euros for the Cayenne E-Hybrid with a system output of 340 kW (462 PS), and 105,995 euros for the 324 kW (440 PS) Cayenne S.

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Money raised by the Nissan Almera Turbo Fuel Efficiency Charity Drive campaign is being used to help out communities that are recovering from the recent floods. This is part of the continued effort by official distributor of Nissan in Malaysia, Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM), to extend support to the vulnerable communities affected by the devastating floods.

Nissan Almera Turbo_Rear ViewThe money collected from the charity drive amounted to RM12,841, which represents the total kilometre distance driven by Almera Turbo owners for this campaign. The funds will be used for post-flood recovery efforts, including buying necessities such as food, personal hygiene items, as well as cleaning and repairing housing areas damaged by the floods.

In total, ETCM is donating RM20,000 to help alleviate the burden of the flood victims. Of this, RM10,000 is channelled to Pusat Jagaan Baitul Hidayah, while Rumah SVP Klang and Pertubuhan Kebajikan Kanak-Kanak Klang Utama Caring Home each received RM5,000.

Pusat Jagaan Baitul Hidayah in Puchong is a charitable children’s home that houses orphans and children from low income families. The home currently cares for 65 children aged between 3 – 16 years. “The floods almost submerged our house completely. It happened so quickly and we could hardly save anything. Everything was destroyed in a split second. Children’s safety is always our top priority and I am grateful that the children are all safe. On behalf of the children, we are so thankful for the heart-warming support given by ETCM during these difficult times, it definitely will ease our daily burdens,” said Pusat Jagaan Baitul Hidayah’s caretaker, Puan Saadiah, who expressed her gratitude to ETCM for the relief aid.

Meanwhile, Rumah SVP Klang is home to the abandoned, underprivileged and children of single parents. It cares for 11 boys under the age of 12 years. Pertubuhan Kebajikan Kanak-Kanak Klang Utama Caring Home currently takes care of 43 orphans between the ages of 1.5 – 24 years.

“There are so many heartbreaking stories on the struggle that Malaysians are going through. We are deeply saddened to see floodwaters submerge houses and cars and hope our gestures will help to relieve the burden of those affected during this difficult time,” said Mr Daniel Ho, Group CEO of Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad (TCMH).

ETCM had also loaned out 6 vehicles to NGOs and MITI for flood relief efforts as well as for the vaccination programme. The 5 units of Navara 4WD were allocated for MITI’s prihatin programme in Ulu Langat, MERCY Malaysia, and The HOPE Branch (Pertubuhan Harapan Amal Harith Iskander). Further, a Serena MPV was also loaned to MERCY Malaysia.

The HOPE Branch of Pertubuhan Harapan Amal Harith Iskander is a non-profit community organisation focusing on providing humanitarian aid, medical relief, sustainable health development during both crisis and non-crisis times.

Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis_TCEAS_Service Centre_AftersalesFurthermore, ETCM together with Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis Sdn. Bhd. (TCEAS) had also deployed the Nissan Flood Relief Assistance programme that offers 20% discount on parts and labour charges, and special upholstery restoration prices and an Easy Payment Plan (EPP) up to 12 months on the total bill. This is to partly help ease the financial burden of Nissan owners whose vehicles are affected.

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Fans of motorsports and clever engineering can now own and build their own F1 race car, albeit scaled down one. LEGO Technic has unveiled its version of the McLaren Formula 1 Race Car that is packed with exquisite design and functionality.

Like its real-life counterpart, this LEGO model is a one-of-a-kind piece of engineering excellence. It was designed in close collaboration between engineering experts from the LEGO Group and McLaren Racing as the new 2022 Formula 1 race car was in development. The LEGO Technic version of the McLaren masterpiece is fully modeled on the life-size car, featuring a V6 cylinder engine with moving pistons, steering activated from the cockpit, suspension and a differential lock. As McLaren’s 2022 contender has not been officially launched, the LEGO Technic version sports the 2021 season papaya-blue livery.

“We are excited to unveil the unique LEGO Technic model of our McLaren F1 car, a fun and engaging product that celebrates our 2021 season livery while giving fans a hands-on interpretation of the new 2022 F1 car design. This has been made possible by an agile collaboration with the LEGO Group team, who have truly embraced the spirit of our brave and bold approach to design. The final product looks fantastic, and we cannot wait to make this available to our fans,” said James Key, Executive Director, Technical, McLaren Racing.

The LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 Race Car is the first Technic incarnation of a Formula 1 car and offers racing fans a meticulous interpretation of McLaren’s pioneering design and cutting-edge technology. This set offers Formula 1 enthusiasts a chance to recharge and relax with a hands-on, focused building activity that helps you explore your passion for the sport, or just to appreciate the engineering of either model. The model measures 65 cm long, 27 cm wide and 13 cm high, and comes in 1,432 pieces.

“The partnership between the LEGO Group and McLaren continuously develops each time we get together for the next collaboration. We never stop trying to excite and inspire our fans by pushing the limits of possibility through the technology and designs produced, both on the racetrack and with LEGO building.” said Niels Henrik Horsted, Head of Product, LEGO Technic.LEGO® Technic McLaren Formula 1™ Race Car_Top

The LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 Race Car has a retail price of RM799.90. It will be available from 1 March 2022 in LEGO Certified Stores, the LEGO Official Store on Lazada and Shopee, LEGOLAND, as well as major retailers and department stores in Malaysia.

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Triumph Motorcycle’s Phase 3 of the TE-1 electric bike project is now considered completed with the final build of the prototype demonstrator. As such, the TE-1 project is set to start the prototype testing phase which is expected to span about 6 months. The prototype integrates for the first time, all of the latest and final innovations from the project partner workstreams.

Working with Triumph on this project are parties such as Williams Advanced Engineering, Integral Powertrain, and the University of Warwick. Williams Advanced Engineering developed the WAE battery pack incorporating dedicated cell packaging for optimum centre of gravity, vehicle control unit, DCDC converter, integrated cooling, charge port, and styled carbon covers. The bike’s prototype powertrain came from Integral e-Drive, the electric drive division of Integral Powertrain. It features a scalable integrated inverter and combined motor with silicon carbide switching technology and integrated cooling.

Meanwhile, Triumph is responsible for the final chassis including the frame, rear sub-frame, cockpit, panels and wheels, as well as the final drive system including transmission and Gates Carbon belt drive, electronics. It also fitted Öhlins USD cartridge forks, unique prototype Öhlins RSU, Brembo M50 monobloc calipers to the bike as well as its own motorcycle control software. Additionally, the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), an academic department of the University of Warwick, completed the final pre-live trial simulation, with all results indicating that the project is on course to deliver the intended performance and durability outcomes.

Key project achievements during Phase 3 include test results that exceed current benchmarks and targets set by the UK Automotive Council for 2025. These positive results provide a platform with great potential for future development in electric motorcycle performance.

The overall objective of the TE-1 project has been focused on developing electric motorcycle capability, in order to provide an input into Triumph’s future electric motorcycle offering, driving innovation, capability, and new intellectual property, and enhancing the credibility and profile of British industry and design.

Phase 4 involves extensive live testing within Triumph’s state-of-the-art facilities which will encompass:

  • Rolling road testing – core functional assessment to include:
    • Throttle calibration
    • Powertrain performance mapping
    • Power and torque output
    • Range and battery consumption assessment
    • Rider mode development
    • Software functionality validation
    • Thermal optimisation
  • Track testing – encompassing dynamic rider assessment to include:
    • Handling
    • Acceleration
    • Braking and braking regeneration strategy
    • Traction control
    • Front wheel lift control

Triumph Motorcycles_TE-1_TopThe testing programme has been designed to provide direction into the final set up and calibration of the prototype demonstrator.

Live testing is expected to end in the summer of 2022 where the prototype demonstrator will be updated with its final body panels and paint scheme, in preparation for active track demonstration, and media engagement.

At this time, the full results of the project including the final specifications and testing outcomes will be published, as well as insights and key facts on how the TE-1 delivers on the project targets for innovation and sets new standards for the motorcycle sector overall, including final battery and range performance.

“It has been truly exciting to see the progress made during phase 3 of Project Triumph TE1 with the final prototype motorcycle now going into real life testing. Everyone involved at Triumph are proud to have been part of this innovative British collaboration. Personally, I am thrilled with the results we have already achieved with our partners, and the exciting preview of the potential electric future to come.” said Nick Bloor, Triumph CEO. “We look forward to continuing the ambitious and innovative work on the TE-1 demonstrator prototype through the live testing phase and sharing the outcome with Triumph fans across the world.”

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Volvo Buses has been recognised with a prestigious industry award for its electric mobility effort. The successful implementation of its electric bus system project in Gothenburg, Sweden has been recognised for the positive environmental benefits it has had on the city. It also highlights Volvo Buses’ leading knowledge and experience in implementing complete electric bus systems. The annual International Association of Public Transport (UITP) Awards showcase the most ambitious and innovative public transport projects of the last 2 years in cities and regions across the globe.

????????????????????“We are delighted to see our electromobility delivery in Gothenburg win this important award,” said Ulf Magnusson, SVP Europe at Volvo Buses. “Electrifying 35% of a city bus fleet overnight demands extensive planning, close collaborations and expertise. The project is part of our ongoing commitment to quiet, clean and sustainable public transport that helps to create Zero Cities all over the world.”

Meanwhile, Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary General, UITP added: “The UITP Awards celebrates the most ambitious and cutting-edge projects from around the globe. Volvo Buses and the Gothenburg delivery exceeded expectations on all the criteria that we set. We felt the project excelled at enhancing quality of life in urban areas by promoting public transport while positioning it as the backbone of urban and local mobility. The project managed to do this innovatively, with prospects for replication by our colleagues in the sector. We congratulate them and are very proud to offer them a UITP Award!”

Volvo Buses_Electric_Sweden_TransdevThe Gothenburg delivery included the provision of 145 Volvo 7900 Electric Articulated buses and charging infrastructure in the city. Close partnerships with the local public transport authority, Västtrafik, and the bus operator Transdev, were essential for the project to succeed. Implementation of the entire electromobility system and bus fleet took place overnight for a seamless transition. Gothenburg is the 2nd largest city in Sweden.

The environmental benefits have been significant. Calculations show that CO2 emissions in city traffic have been reduced by 10% compared to the replaced vehicles, which were already running on renewable fuels. Furthermore, emissions of nitrogen oxides have almost halved, and particles have decreased by almost 20%.

Volvo Buses’ in-depth experience and competence in a range of electromobility solutions has been bolstered by the recent launch of its global BZL Electric chassis. This offers a solid platform that will accelerate the transition to sustainable and efficient public transport around the world.Volvo Buses_BZL_Electric Chassis

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The official motorsports division of PROTON, R3, has launched its own official range of lubricants and merchandise. The new products aim to revitalise the brand’s image and heritage as well as to reconnect with its fans and gain new ones.

Team Proton R3 Proton Iriz in the 2019 Malaysia Championship Series RaceThe range of R3 Premium Genuine Oils is developed together with Petronas and is available in fully-synthetic and semi-synthetic formulations. Both P1 and P2 genuine oils are formulated using Petronas’ latest Etro 6+ base oil and are designed to fight excessive heat to ensure better performance for the current generation of direct injection turbo charged engines. The lubricants have SP and SN Plus ratings, based on the certification standards of the American Petroleum Institute (API).

Proton Global Services_Lee Yeet Chuan_CEO“The launch of our new R3 Premium Genuine Oil range and merchandise products is the first step in R3’s rebranding journey. They will be sold to the public via our Premium Merchandise Partners in 20 locations throughout Malaysia. There will be more product launches coming up in the future, including accessories for Proton car owners, which will help us build our connections with R3 fans,” said Lee Yeet Chuan, Chief Executive Officer, Proton Global Services. The R3 brand comes under Proton Global Services which is a fully owned subsidiary of Proton Edar.

The R3 Premium Genuine Oil is priced at RM208 for the P1 fully-synthetic formulation and RM158 for the P2 semi-synthetic product. But from now until 30 April 2022, they will be sold at the introductory price of RM178 and RM128 respectively.

Further, the new range of t-shirts and caps are priced between RM49 to RM60 and will also be available at all Premium Merchandise Partner locations.

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A brand new experiential programme has been introduced by Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) for Ford Ranger owners. The “Ford Ranger Getaways” programme seeks to provide adventurous enthusiasts with the experience of the versatility of the Ranger Life with like-minded individuals, or be guided to discover the potential of their Ranger themselves, through specially designed excursions.

This programme is an industry-first and features the unique experience of a series of handpicked local adventures. This new brand experience platform was crafted based on customer feedback, which underlined their desire for wanting to network with like-minded individuals, expanding their lifestyle to enhance work-life balance and spending more quality time with family and friends.

Open to all Ford Ranger owners from 5 February 2022, Ford Ranger Getaways covers a multitude of interest categories to cater to Malaysians who desire short local adventures, whether on their own, with friends and family, or with like-minded individuals.

“Over the years, the Ranger has transformed from a purely utilitarian workhorse and is now leading the pack as a versatile and premium truck that is sought after for work, family and play, whilst maintaining its Built Ford Tough DNA. In line with the 5 guiding principles under our new Live the Ranger Life brand essence, Ford Ranger Getaways aims to offer experiences that push the boundaries of what people perceive a pickup truck to be. We also believe that this attracts new customers to our Ford Ranger brand.” said Turse Zuhair, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion-Ford.

Each getaway has been specially curated to showcase the multiformity of the Ford Ranger lifestyle i.e. from fun city outings and outdoor or off-road excursions to foodie trails and even flying a plane through Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). There is also a one-of-a-kind on and off-road experience within the vicinity of Sepang, which will be held on 26 February for performance-certified Ranger Raptor owners, and on 27 February for all other Ranger owners.

Ford Ranger Experiences_GetawaysThis programme also aims to help boost domestic tourism, which has been affected by the pandemic, and to support as many local businesses as possible. These businesses have been selected for their adventures that align with the Ranger Life core values.

There are a total of 15 experiences to choose from, with activities being refreshed from time to time to ensure the outings are kept interesting. The getaways packages include half-day, full-day or overnight trips and start from as low as RM98 per person, up to RM2,133, depending on the package chosen. Once you book your preferred getaway, all you need to do is drive your Ranger to the destination of choice and buckle up for a memorable Ranger Life experience.

Limited Slots For Sepang Experience At 50% off

Ford Ranger FX4_13_RearIn conjunction with the launch of the Ford Ranger Getaways, customers can enjoy 50% savings for the on and off-road experience within the vicinity of Sepang, which will be held on 26 February for Ranger Raptor owners and 27 February for all other Ranger owners. Each participant can also bring along a companion for free.

Customers are encouraged to sign up quickly for this one-of-a-kind experience as only 36 slots are available on each day, on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Ford Ranger Getaways Experience On Social Media

In conjunction with the Chinese New Year, SDAC-Ford will be showcasing 6 featured Ford Ranger Getaways, which will be aired every Friday starting 12 February 2022 on all Ford Malaysia social media channels i.e. Ford Malaysia Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

You can book your Ford Ranger Getaway online through SDAC-Ford’s new e-commerce platform – www.sdacford.com.my/shop.

Through the platform, you can select your desired adventure and travel date as well as complete the payment transaction. Confirmation will be sent via email from the time the booking is processed.

 

 

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Intercity trips are now much more accessible for everyone now that the interstate borders are open, and SOCAR’s One-Way Intercity service is back on the app. SOCAR users can now make one-way reservations to or from selected SOCAR zones in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru. For the Chinese New Year period, the one-way fees are at a reduced rate.

To make a one-way booking, just open your SOCAR app to see the locations of the available pick-up and drop-off zones. These are indicated by the ‘Intercity’ pins. Select your preferred pick-up and drop-off zones for your trip to secure your booking, and you’re ready to drive to visit your loved ones.

SOCAR offers a fleet of over 36 models in over 1,000 SOCAR zones in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor, Ipoh, Melaka and Seremban. The SOCAR service caters to those who decide not to own a car but occasionally need the mobility.SOCAR_Bring It Ong_Promo

In addition, SOCAR is running its ‘Bringing it ONG’ promotion until 20 February 2022. By entering the promo code ‘ONG3H’ during this period when you book a car, you can enjoy 3 hours of usage free. The booking is applicable for all car models available from SOCAR and for a minimum of 8 hours.

Terms and Conditions

  1. The promo is applicable for all car models available on the SOCAR app
  2. Minimum booking of 8 hours
  3. Promo code is capped at RM88
  4. Promo period: 7 – 20 February 2022

Furthermore, SOCAR users who accumulate the highest spend between 17 January and 6 February 2022 will win a brand new Huawei P50 Pro.

Terms and Conditions of Giveaway

  1. This giveaway is open to all SOCAR members. Participants must make a minimum of 1 booking(s) within the period to be eligible. Bookings that are rejected or cancelled are not eligible to participate in the giveaway.
  2. Follow @socar.my on Instagram and SOCAR Malaysia on Facebook.
  3. The winner’s selection is based on the cumulative amount spent during the contest period.
  4. Contest period: 17 January until 6 February 2022

Th SOCAR app is available in Google Play Store, Apple App Store and Huawei AppGallery.

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Infinity Logistics & Transport Sdn Bhd has taken delivery of 60 units of Scania New Truck Generation (NTG) to facilitate its expansion plans with sustainable transport solutions. Taking delivery of the trucks from Daniel Tan, Sales Director of Scania Southeast Asia was Dato’ Chan Kong Yew, Chief Executive Officer of Infinity.

Scania New Truck Generation_Infinity Logistics & Transport_Fleet“The 60 Scania NTG units are 30 units of P360A 4x2NZ and 30 units of G410A 6x2NZ that will strengthen Infinity’s fleet and enable fulfilment of its objective to run a sustainable operation in line with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) movement. Having these NTG units financed by Scania Financial Services also provides flexible financing solutions tailored to give Infinity predictable costs and manageable risks – over the entire lifecycle of the NTGs” stated Daniel Tan. “This goes in line with Scania’s mission to drive the shift towards a sustainable transport system through sustainable partnerships, creating a world of mobility that is better for business, society and the environment.”

The Scania NTG is designed and engineered to give Scania truck owners better fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions as it is equipped with advanced powertrain and aerodynamic solutions. The trucks give more than 3% savings on fuel economy when coupled with Scania Contracted Services and Data-driven Services from Scania. Furthermore, the Opticruise gearbox gives the Scania NTG a pre-set default Economy mode for even more fuel efficiency.

Scania_Cab_Infinity Logistics & Transport_Dato ChanThese Scania NTGs also provide a very comfortable adjustable driver seat that is placed closer to the door, with an ergonomic dashboard that features a 5″ touchscreen for driver convenience. Most importantly the large windscreen with extended view gives good visibility from the different angles for the drivers, making it easier for them to operate in a comfortable and safe environment. Other safety features include the Electronic Braking System (EBS) for responsive emergency braking.

Infinity also subscribed to the Scania Maintenance programme. Scania’s maintenance procedures are proactive to avoid time-consuming and costly problems from occurring. This helps to maximise uptime and lower Infinity’s operating costs at the same time. With the Scania Maintenance Contract, costs become more predictable and this enables Infinity to focus its resources on improving its business instead. By individually optimising the different modules in its service plan, Scania ensures via the maintenance contract that downtime is planned and only occurs when absolutely necessary.

“We are in this business to ensure profits to all our shareholders, but we also need to take care of the environment that we live in. Thus, we have embarked on a mission more than a decade ago to be socially responsible with an aim of sustainable development of the society and environment and we have gradually evolved our CSR efforts since then. From being just a contributor, we have now become an initiator striving to sustain our efforts. To us, sustainability means balancing economic, environmental and social needs to find the best solutions which are essential to ensure a more sustainable future,” said Dato’ Chan.

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