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Honda Malaysia has decided to temporarily close its business operations to support the government’s effort to control the spread of COVID-19. The temporary closure involves the operations of Honda Malaysia’s production plant in Melaka, its sales office and dealer showrooms nationwide. This closure took effect on 1 June 2021 and will end on 14 June 2021. Honda Malaysia will resume operations on 15 June.

Honda 3S Dealership_Service Centre_Work BaysHowever, aftersales services at all Honda dealerships will continue serving customers. Honda Malaysia encourages all customers to download the HondaTouch application for a faster and simpler aftersales services appointment process. It is necessary for you to set a prior appointment via the app before going to the dealerships and to avoid long waiting times. Walk-ins are not allowed. Further, it is compulsory for you to make the appointment with the nearest dealer to you i.e. within 10 km radius from your home, to ensure acceptance of your car for service.

The aftersales services available during this period are preventive maintenance, Body and Paint (BP) and towing assistance.

HondaTouch App_MalaysiaAll Honda dealerships will continue to strictly adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the safety of Honda customers and associates as well as to provide customers peace of mind when visiting the dealerships.

Honda Malaysia believes that “Together As One”, Malaysians can overcome the pandemic for brighter days ahead. It also apologises for any inconvenience caused during this time.

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HINO 500_5 Year WarrantyHino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HMSM) has introduced a new and enhanced warranty programme for the HINO 500 Series truck. The new 5-year or 500,000 km mileage warranty which was implemented on 1 March 2021, covers both chassis and powertrain for its 500 Series medium heavy-duty (MHCV) / prime mover truck. However, mixer, tipper, and compactor applications are exempted from this warranty.

Compared to the previous warranty of 1 year (unlimited mileage) for chassis and 2 years (200,000 km mileage) for powertrain, the new 5-year / 500,000 km warranty provides better peace of mind and is the best available for this range in the market.

Hino sticks by its philosophy of offering QDR: Quality, Durability, and Reliability, and providing the longest warranty period in its class shows its commitment to its customers.

Hino Motors Sales Malaysia_Atsushi Uchiyama_2020“This new offering is part of our dedication to quality, particularly in relation to our vehicles and customer relationship. At Hino Malaysia, every decision we make is designed around the customer-centric edges and more so to solidify their trust in HINO Truck,” said HMSM Managing Director, Atsushi Uchiyama.

Furthermore, HMSM is making available the HINO Connect telematics system for the HINO 500 Series with a free subscription for up to 5 years. The HINO Connect system was introduced in the latest line of HINO 300 Series light-duty commercial vehicle in October 2020.

The 5-year free subscription to HINO Connect, and free installation of the device and 7″ touchscreen, promises customer’s peace of mind and cost savings. HINO Connect is a set of services that connects the vehicle with the customer’s office through a telematics system to provide vehicle data and fleet position. Review of driving performance can also be done allowing operators / customers to make informed decisions and take the necessary actions to improve fleet productivity.

Hino 500_Hino Total Support Customer Center_Sendayan_TrainingThis telematics system allows fleet owners to save money by reducing fuel consumption, identifying vehicles that are driven improperly (driver behaviour data), and planning service and maintenance schedules (service reminder feature) in order to reduce unexpected downtime. When complemented with Hino Driver Training at Hino Total Support Customer Center (HTSCC), fleet owners can see a savings of up to 10% in fuel costs.

HINO Connect is also designed to improve the safety and security of the truck, with a 24-hour call centre assistance as well as a theft monitoring system.

Free Service Programme (FSP)

Additionally, the newly enhanced warranty programme comes with 3x Free Service Programme (FSP) that includes labour, parts, and lubricants. With this Free Service Programme, HMSM aims to give the best aftersales support and to convey the company’s gratitude for the customer’s trust and confidence in the HINO brand.

With these new offers, HMSM continues to take the lead in providing sustainable transport solutions with customers’ profitability in mind. “The enhanced warranty offered by Hino Malaysia together with the HINO Connect is designed to provide truck operators with even more peace of mind and lower operating costs for the best total operating economy,” said Mr Uchiyama.

HINO_Pro-Care Mobile Workshop“This is in line with Hino Malaysia’s mission to be Malaysia’s most customer-centric and reliable Commercial Vehicle company and make our country a better place to live by providing ‘Best-fit Products’ and ‘Total Support’,” he added.

HMSM believes in providing the ‘Transporting Every Happiness’ ideal for a more sustainable transport system that ensures profitability for customers by making them more efficient, smarter, and safer.

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Ishak Abdul Kadir, President and Founder of INSAF Malaysia receiving the Triton mock key from Shinnishi, CEO of MMM.

Mitsubishi Triton_INSAF Malaysia_CSRMitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) recently contributed a Triton 4×4 pick-up truck to INSAF Malaysia to help with its humanitarian efforts. The Triton will be used to help INSAF Malaysia, a non-profit organisation (NGO), run several programmes such as helping transport food items to victims of natural disasters or the impoverished.

Some of the NGO’s programmes include distribution of lunch boxes and rice bags to orphanages and welfare homes, as well as ‘Meals on Wheels’ where food is distributed to old folks who have been abandoned or are living alone. INSAF also builds shelter homes for those who have been hit by natural disasters and are in dire need for a roof over their heads.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia_Tomoyuki Shinnishi_CEO“Our CSR vision for this year is ‘Inspiring Lives Today for a Greater Future’. While our missions are to implement CSR activities that provides aid to support underprivileged children, and to collaborate with NGOs in promoting a sustainable economy, society and environment. So when we found out that INSAF Malaysia’s humanitarian efforts is constantly striving for voluntarily action, we want to support their work by contributing a Triton pick-up truck in hopes that the NGO can go beyond the distance and to help more underprivileged families,” said Tomoyuki Shinnishi, Chief Executive Officer of MMM, the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia.

President and Founder of INSAF Malaysia, Ishak Bin Abdul Kadir said “We have been witnessing a dangerous trend from the number of people suffering from malnutrition and food insecurity especially during this pandemic. Hunger is on the rise in Malaysia as we’ve seen lot of breadwinners lose their source of income which leads to the inability to put food on the table. We are doing all that we can to make sure children or families don’t go to bed hungry hence we are so glad to have companies like Mitsubishi Motors reach out to us to offer help. The contribution of the Triton pick-up truck is timely, practical and very much appreciated.”

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The Volvo Batik Reusable Facemasks collection is a collaboration between Volvo Car Malaysia, Three Little Ahmads and NanoTextile. This collection of anti-microbial facemasks aims to provide a more sustainable alternative to disposable facemasks as well as to support the livelihoods of the local community. This project employs the workmanship of locals that are facing unemployment and adversities due to the pandemic.

Volvo_Three Little Ahmads_NanoTextile_Face MaskThe masks are designed by Three Little Ahmads, a Malaysian-founded children’s clothing brand and social enterprise. The facemasks are ethically sourced, made and produced by single mothers, women in rural neighbourhoods and GIATMara vocational alumnus, whose jobs were displaced due to retail factory closures during the Malaysian Movement Control Order in March 2020. Some of the affected have had to pawn off the jewellery they had received as dowry to make ends meet.

For each mask produced, an individual from this target community group is fairly compensated. To-date, the income from the production of these facemasks have not only provided these women with a stable source of income but also earned them enough to buy back their jewellery from the pawnshop.

“This collaboration truly falls in line with Volvo’s core philosophy of ‘Omtanke’, which is a Swedish word and Volvo’s brand ethos that means ‘to care’ and ‘to be considerate’. We are honoured to lend a helping hand to our local communities and sustain their livelihoods, especially during these economically challenging and vulnerable times,” said Akhtar Sulaiman, Marketing and PR Director of Volvo Car Malaysia.

Volvo Car Malaysia_Three Little Ahmads_NanoTextile_Reusable Face Mask_CSR‘Omtanke’ also defines Volvo’s approach to sustainability, where its care for others extends to the planet as well. As a global automotive company with one of the most ambitious climate goals in the industry, Volvo Cars is committed to protecting and improving the environment and wider society. One of the significant environmental concerns resulting from the pandemic is the disposal of single-use surgical masks, which could end up in the landfills or the oceans as nano-plastics.

Recognising disposable masks as a fast-growing environmental concern, a three-way partnership was formed to produce attractive and reusable fabric facemasks. The locally designed masks bear unique Batik Tekap motifs as a tribute to Malaysia’s art heritage.

Volvo Car Malaysia_NanoTextile_Batik Face Mask_Three Little Ahmads“When we received the brief from Volvo Car Malaysia, we took a more contemporary spin by creating one-of-a-kind Batik stamps based on three flowers: sunflower, stargazer lily and jasmine – flowers that are not normally seen in traditional batik. With the help of nanotechnology and innovation, the facemasks are both safe and fashionable for public use. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Volvo Car Malaysia and NanoTextile that mobilises the talent of our local communities and enables them a source of income; at the same time, showcase a line of uniquely designed facemasks that are made for Malaysians to protect themselves,” said Datin Azrene Ahmad, Founder and Fashion Designer at Three Litte Ahmads.

Each of the facemasks is made with the wearer’s health in mind. Thoughtfully designed and assembled by hand, each mask is 100% cotton, anti-bacterial, water-repellent and provides bacterial and viral protection for up to 100 gentle washes.

NanoTextile_Reusable Face Mask_Volvo Car MalaysiaNanoTextile, the company behind the facemask’s anti-bacterial qualities, is a progressive textile company in Malaysia that offers leading technology solutions in textile production. Taking into account cost, production wastage, product lifespan and potential health risks, NanoTextile employs nanotechnology to reduce the penetration of contaminated droplets and prevent possible infection of the fabric by viruses or bacteria. The addition of a PM 2.5 filter provides a fifth layer of protection and is tested to effectively filter out 90% of fine particles.

Dr Thomas Ong, Chief Executive Offer of NanoTextile, said: “Nanotechnology opens the door to a whole new way of processing materials in the textile industry. We’re looking at better quality fabrics made from a greater variety of materials, including nano-plastics. Through this partnership, we hope to showcase the potential of nanotechnology as one of the solutions to environmental pollution, and also that in producing better quality materials, people will be able to treat them as premium curated items that can last them many uses and for a long time.”

“Climate change is a big problem to address alone, but together with like-minded organisations, brands and people, we can make an impactful difference to our community and the planet. We hope that through this partnership, we can inspire Malaysians to make more sustainable choices for the sake of our planet,” Akhtar added.

The Volvo Batik Reusable Facemasks comes in a set of three, with two available size options i.e. medium and large. Each set comes in three colour variations i.e. Dark Blue (sunflower), Navy Blue (stargazer lily), and Sky Blue (jasmine). These sets have a retail price of RM99 per set, and are available at any Volvo dealership nationwide.

For more information about the Volvo Batik Reusable Facemasks, please visit https://www.volvocars.com/my/volvo-branded-face-mask.

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BMW Malaysia has introduced the new BMW 530e M Sport and BMW 530i M Sport variants, the latest additions to its portfolio of locally-assembled premium executive sedans. The premium automaker has made available 2 versions of its popular 5 Series (plug-in hybrid and petrol) to give Malaysians a choice based on their preferences and driving requirements. The 7th generation 5 Series is expected to drive the BMW Group’s momentum of success in the world of premium executive sedans, having won the “Car of the Year” award presented by ‘Auto, Motor und Sport’ Magazine and ‘What Car?’ Magazine in 2020.

New BMW 530e M Sport_BMW 530i M Sport“The Luxury of Choice arrives with the new BMW 5 Series variants, both of which are remarkable in driving dynamics and stylishly sleek in appearance. The latest variants of the iconic BMW 5 Series offer a dynamic driving experience that is beheld in its class, and we are honoured to be able to lead this change towards electromobility in Malaysia to much greater heights for both our loyal customers and enthusiasts of the brand,” said Hans de Visser, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia.

The new BMW 530e M Sport and BMW 530i M Sport now come complete with the latest-generation driver assistance systems and a redesigned appearance, with comprehensive re-engineering. The exterior is dressed with the M Aerodynamics package, larger kidney grilles and slimmer headlights with a new daytime running light design.

BMW 530i M Sport_Laserlight_HeadlightThe BMW 530e M Sport comes with Adaptive LED headlights, in addition to the standard LED headlights, while the BMW 530i M Sport is equipped with the BMW Laserlight. Both include high-beam assistant with automatic switching on and off of the high-beam headlights depending on the traffic situation, controlled via sensor on the front side of the interior mirror. The 530e M Sport has the BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line frame around the glasshouse, while the 530i M Sport get the BMW Individual Exterior Line Aluminium Satinated frame. Meanwhile, the front and rear bumpers on both variants are also redesigned with larger air intakes, along with new LED taillight elements in the signature BMW L-shape.

BMW 530e M Sport_Tail Light_SpoilerFor the first time, the light source is integrated directly into the taillight’s outermost layer, maximising the 3D effect. Rounding out the rear are double-sided exhaust tailpipe finishers with a trapezoidal design and a distinctive diffuser insert. The cars sit on new 19″ M light alloy Y-Spoke 845 M Bi-Colour Jet Black wheels with blue M Sport brake calipers and M Sport brakes.

 

BMW 530e M Sport_Dashboard_Steering_Centre ConsoleInside, the BMW 530e M Sport and BMW 530i M Sport boast an interior design language that is elegant yet comfortable. The new variants feature the exclusive M leather steering wheel, along with stylish sport seats for the driver and front passenger. The new variants are also furnished with interior trim finishers in Aluminium Rhombicle, Dakota Leather upholstery and the BMW Individual anthracite headliner. Illumination within the car is provided by ambient lighting. The BMW 530i M Sport adds the electrical glass roof feature.

Further, the dashboard includes a lighter-coloured contrasting seam, which continues onto the door trims. The control buttons in the centre console are in High Gloss Black to enhance the interior design language of the new 5 Series.

BMW 530i M Sport_Steering_BMW Live Cockpit ProfessionalThe new variants are also equipped with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional, running the latest BMW Operating System 7. This infotainment concept is distinguished by its restructured display set-up, consisting of a user-configurable 12.3″ instrument cluster and an equally large touchscreen Control Display. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional comes with navigation, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, 4G LTE connectivity, 2 USB ports and functions such as Remote Software Upgrade as well as over-the-air map updates for the navigation system.

With the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, the new BMW 530e M Sport and BMW 530i M Sport take interactions between driver and vehicle to the next level. Vehicle functions that can be accessed and controlled via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant include phone calls, temperature adjustment, navigation, sunblind activation and automatically lowering of all windows.

For additional convenience, the new variants offer the Comfort Access system, as well as the automatic air-conditioning with 4-zone control and electric roller sunblinds for rear windows. Driving Assistance is provided to the new variants via the Lane Departure and Lane Change Warning, front collision alert with brake intervention, rear collision prevention and crossing-traffic warning. The Parking Assistant Plus features the Surround View camera for both variants. Owners of the new BMW 530i M Sport can also benefit from the Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function.

Exclusive to the BMW 530i M Sport are the BMW Gesture Control, Head-Up Display, BMW Display Key and Harman Kardon surround sound system. Meanwhile, the BMW 530e M Sport has a standard HiFi Loudspeaker system for entertainment.

Powering the new variants is an inline 4-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo 2.0L petrol engine, with the 530e M Sport featuring the latest generation of the BMW eDrive electric motor. The 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission also comes as standard for both variants.

BMW 530e M Sport_2.0 TwinPower Turbo EngineThe New BMW 530e M Sport offers a combined maximum output of 292 hp and 420 Nm of torque (with the electric motor producing 109 hp). This gives the electrified variant a century sprint time of 5.9 seconds. The car is also capable of a top speed of 235 km/h, and consumes only 2.3l/100km of fuel with a CO2 emission of 53g/km. Moreover, the electric motor is capable of an all-electric range of up to 67 kilometres (NEDC correlated) – making all-electric city driving and short journeys possible.

The electric motor can be fully-charged by a BMW i Wallbox in approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes, or under 6 hours with a conventional mains socket via a standard charging cable. The driving mode in the electrified variant can be personalised via the eDrive button in the centre console.

BMW 530e M Sport_Cockpit_Steering_Dashboard_Touchscreen Control DisplayThe standard AUTO eDRIVE setting enables all-electric driving up to a speed of 110 km/h. Switching to MAX eDRIVE mode enables all-electric speeds up to 140 km/h. The BMW Xtra Boost mode is also available in the New BMW 530e M Sport, giving the vehicle additional power of up 40 hp during acceleration.

Meanwhile, the BMW 530i M Sport has an output of 252 hp and 350 Nm, enabling the car to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds. It has a top speed of 250 km/h and consumes 6.7l/100km of fuel, with CO2 emission at 154g/km.

BMW 530e M Sport_Front Wheel_Brake Caliper_Charging PortFurther enhancing the driving experience of the BMW 530e M Sport and 530i M Sport are the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) that is complemented by Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) and the Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist. The new variants also feature Adaptive Suspension.

A unique safety feature for the BMW 530e M Sport is the specially-created sound emitted through a loudspeaker system. This alerts pedestrians and cyclists of the vehicle’s presence and is activated when the vehicle is travelling in full electric mode up to 30 km/h.

The new cars are available in Alpine White or Carbon Black, paired with either the Black or Cognac Leather Dakota upholstery; or in Phytonic Blue, Sophisto Grey or Bluestone paired with Black Leather Dakota upholstery.

Additionally, both 5 Series variants can be further customised with BMW M Performance Parts. This will equip the vehicle with kidney grilles in High Gloss Black, exterior mirror cap in Carbon Fibre, M Performance accentuation strip on both sides of the vehicle, M Performance side sills, as well as rear spoiler in Matte Black. The BMW M Performance Parts also comes with a Rear Bumper Set, consisting of the rear bumper trim in High Gloss Black and rear diffuser in Matte Black. The BMW M Performance Parts retails at RM17,410.29. However, you can enjoy special rates of up to 10% off from now until 31 December 2021.

Exclusively available for the new BMW 530i M Sport is the Shadow Line Package, which normally retails at RM5,437.12. There is a special flat rate of RM5,000 (excluding labour) from now until 31 December 2021. This package will equip the car with kidney grille, air duct trim and window frames in High Gloss Black.

The retail prices (on the road, without insurance) are:

BMW 530e M Sport – RM340,800 (with SST); RM334,353.95 (without SST)

BMW 530i M Sport – RM395,800 (with SST); RM384,941.86 (without SST)

You can book the new premium executive sedan for RM1,000 via the BMW Shop Online platform (https://shop.bmw.com.my/).

Complete premium ownership experience.

Owners of the New BMW 5 Series variants will receive the complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience which includes:

  • BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Programme
  • BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline
  • The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App – BMW Privileges Card
  • BMW Service Online
Dynamic Financial Programme

With the Balloon Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the new BMW 530e M Sport and BMW 530i M Sport can be owned with a monthly instalment plan starting from RM3,778 and RM4,388 respectively (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a five-year tenure).

BMW 530e M Sport
BMW 530i M Sport

 

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BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia_MINI_Reforestation Efforts in BorneoUp until 31 July 2021, when you finance the purchase of your BMW or MINI vehicle through BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, you will be contributing to reforestation efforts. This initiative applies to the financing of the BMW 330e M Sport, BMW 530e M Sport, BMW 740Le xDrive, BMW X5 xDrive45e M Sport, as well as the MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4, where each funded contract* will see RM100 contributed on behalf of BMW and MINI customers to a reforestation programme. Every RM100 will work out to five new trees planted at the Lower Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary.

BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia_Reforestation Efforts in BorneoBMW Group Financial Services Malaysia made this commitment to reforestation efforts in Borneo with local social enterprise, Animal Projects and Environmental Education (APE Malaysia). This initiative is in line with BMW Group’s sustainability goals to reduce carbon emissions globally.

“We recognise that climate protection is a shared responsibility. By playing our part in supporting planned reforestation efforts in the country, we look forward to helping mitigate climate change,” said Tobias Eismann, Managing Director of BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia.

APE Malaysia_Reforestation“BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia will be directly contributing to APE Malaysia’s Restore Our Amazing Rainforest (ROAR) programme, which aims to create and reconnect important forest corridors that have been degraded by deforestation. As a company, we are focusing more and more into tangible initiatives to support sustainability, beginning internally with our own initiatives to go digital in efforts to reduce paper consumption,” he added.

 

ROAR_Tree_Reforestation_APE MalaysiaBMW and MINI customers whose contracts contributed to the initiative will receive a photo, as well as an e-certificate with the GPS coordinates of their trees from APE Malaysia. The ROAR programme also serves to restore habitat for endangered animals which includes the orangutan and Borneo Pygmy Elephant, as well as to counteract carbon footprint.

Earlier this year, BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia also successfully raised over RM20,500 via BMW Engage for the upcoming phase of the BMW Safety 360° subsidy programme. The third phase of the programme will see an extra 300-plus child car seat subsidies made available for parents in the local B40 community. The subsidy programme has delivered over 500 child car seats since its inception in late 2019.

“Supporting the BMW Safety 360° subsidy programme is only natural for us at BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, as we strive to make safety on the road a priority for all,” Eismann added.

Discover BMW Engage at https://www.bmwfs.my/, and learn more about APE Malaysia’s activities by visiting https://apemalaysia.com/.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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Walter Röhrl_Porsche Brand AmbassadorWalter Röhrl has been testing a new more powerful Porsche Cayenne model at the Hockenheimring in Germany. Röhrl, who is a two-time World Rally Champion and a Porsche Brand Ambassador, had put a lightly camouflaged Cayenne prototype through its paces in a tough test of its capabilities on the Grand Prix circuit. He described the new Cayenne as a “great leap forward compared to everything that has gone before. This car redefines the meaning of the term SUV”.

Porsche Cayenne GTSThe Porsche Cayenne made its debut in 2002, offering sports car-like performance in a usable and practical package. The model line-up evolved to feature more powerful models such as the Cayenne Turbo S in 2006, with 521 PS, and the sporty Cayenne GTS in 2007. “They were off-road vehicles that could be driven like sports cars – a real sensation at the time,” says Röhrl, when looking back at the first Cayenne generation, which had the internal designation ‘E1′.

With the new model, which is currently undergoing final testing and optimisation as part of development to series production maturity, Porsche aims to underline its claim to best-in-class performance once again. The focus for this derivative has been on exceptional on-road performance without neglecting driving comfort and everyday usability. It is based on the current Cayenne Turbo Coupé, but has been designed and fine-tuned even more to provide the ultimate in terms of longitudinal and lateral dynamics.

Along with a host of other enhancements for all chassis and control systems, the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control active roll stabilisation system makes a major contribution to the stable handling of the new Cayenne model with a new, performance-oriented set-up.

L-R: Röhrl with Lars Kern
L-R: Röhrl with Lars Kern

“The PDCC always keeps the body balanced and level even during very spirited cornering,” explains Porsche test driver Lars Kern, who has accompanied development of the high-performance model from the start. Its handling is also improved by its comprehensively revamped front axle: “Compared with the Cayenne Turbo Coupé, the front rims are now half an inch wider, and negative camber has been increased by 0.45 degrees in order to provide a larger contact area for the 22″ sports tyres newly developed especially for this model,” said Kern, who recently invited Walter to Hockenheim for the test drives.

The visual highlights of the new Cayenne are still largely hidden under black camouflage but Röhrl had already gained an in-depth impression of the outstanding driving dynamics potential of the new Cayenne model. Accompanied by the emotive sound of the new titanium exhaust system, which is equipped with centrally positioned tailpipes, the brand ambassador was very impressed after his Hockenheim laps: “The car remains incredibly stable even in fast corners, and its turn-in behaviour is extremely precise. More than ever, you have the feeling that you are sitting in a compact sports car rather than in a large SUV.”

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Shell Malaysia has some extras to offer its customers during this Hari Raya Aidilfitri season. It has extended the “Ekstra Ganjaran Setiap Hari” BonusLink loyalty programme promotion until 31 July 2021 to allow Malaysians to gain more value at Shell stations. In this promotion, you can earn up to 4x points when you fuel up.

BonusLink Card_Loyalty ProgrammeTo participate, you just need to swipe your BonusLink card or use the BLINK app at the Shell station when you pump Shell FuelSave 95, Shell V-Power 97, or Shell V-Power Racing fuels (a minimum of RM50 value in a single receipt). You can then easily multiply your points by 2x, 3x, and even 4x when you make up to four visits per month. The points multiplication is only applicable within the same month and will reset on the 1st of every month (until 31 July 2021).

Further, for a limited time, you can redeem special treats in-store with as little as 100 BonusLink Points. Treats include popular favourites such as Yeo’s canned drinks, Coca-Cola Klasik, Nescafe Tarik, Himalaya Salt candy, and Shell SELECT Keropok Ikan.Shell Malaysia_BonusLink_Reward Points

“We continuously look for ways to support and delight our customers as they are at the heart of everything we do. In the spirit of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we are giving extra rewards to our customers through the extension of the BonusLink loyalty programme promotion so that more Malaysians can earn points and redeem special treats from Shell. It’s simple, quick, and definitely rewarding,” said Shairan Huzani Husain, Managing Director of Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd and Shell Timur Sdn Bhd.

Fuel Pump_Car“We want Malaysians to continue to enjoy exciting rewards that we have to offer with “Ekstra Ganjaran Setiap Hari”. With the traveling restrictions being enforced, we understand that it may be challenging for Malaysians to truly experience up to 4x points with BonusLink every time they refuel at Shell. We hope with this extension, Malaysians will be able to make the most out of their journeys with Shell,” Shairan added.

“The extension is also Shell’s way of helping out in the economic uncertainties Malaysians are experiencing with the nationwide MCO. We understand it has not been easy for all; we will continue to stand with our customers, and by providing them with the extra value every time they refuel at Shell, we hope to help more Malaysians to make the most of their Ringgit. We hope our little effort will go some ways in helping Malaysians to go further.”

You can sign up for the BonusLink loyalty programme at any Shell station nationwide, or via the BLINK app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

For more information on Shell Malaysia and its initiatives, visit www.shell.com.my.

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Luxury watchmaker, IWC Schaffhausen, and premium carmaker, Mercedes-AMG, have launched the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “AMG”. This timepiece is the latest product to celebrate the partnership between these two upmarket brands; they have been collaborating since 2004. The long-standing collaboration between the Swiss luxury watchmaker and the performance and sports car brand Mercedes-AMG, is grounded in many common values, including the pursuit of technical perfection and uncompromising quality. Both companies were created by visionaries with bold ideas.

IWC was established in 1868 by American watchmaker and entrepreneur Florentine Ariosto Jones in Switzerland. It is renowned for creating functional complications, especially chronographs and calendars, which are ingenious, robust, and easy to use. The ‘International Watch Company’ is a pioneer in the use of titanium and ceramics, and specialises in highly engineered technical watch cases manufactured from advanced materials, such as titanium aluminide and Ceratanium®. Meanwhile, in 1967 in Grossaspach, Germany, Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher established AMG with a visionary concept of incorporating cutting-edge racing technology into road-going series vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz_AMG_IWC Schaffhausen_Chronograph“The partnership between Mercedes-AMG and IWC has all the components that are needed for a successful and long-lasting collaboration. It’s very rare to come across a company and people with so many common interests and values. Our commitment to craftsmanship of the highest level and our pursuit of emotional product experiences is what has united us since 2004 – and the Pilot‘s Watch Chronograph Edition “AMG” once again underlines our strong partnership,” said Philipp Schiemer, CEO of Mercedes-AMG.

“IWC Schaffhausen and Mercedes-AMG share both a passion for performance and design, as well as a commitment to engineering excellence down to the smallest detail. Over the last 17 years of our partnership, IWC and AMG have shared exhilarating moments in motorsport and beyond and we have created many lasting memories for our clients. Today we are proud to introduce Mercedes-AMG as a permanent feature of our Pilot‘s Watch Collection, starting with the Pilot‘s Watch Chronograph Edition “AMG”, explains Christoph Grainger-Herr, CEO of IWC Schaffhausen.

IWC Schaffhausen_Mercedes-AMG_Pilot's Watch ChronographCrafted from automotive engineering materials, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “AMG” (Ref. IW377903) is IWC‘s first 43 mm Pilot‘s Watch Chronograph featuring the IWC-manufactured 69385 calibre, as well as the first Pilot‘s Watch Chronograph with a case made of extremely light and scratch-resistant titanium. The Grade 5 titanium finish gives the watch its matte grey appearance, inspired by AMG‘s signature Selenite Grey Magno paint finish. The dial features precisely woven carbon fibre, a material directly derived from AMG‘s aero components. These parts are produced in a complex process involving heat and pressure and are known for their remarkable lightness and rigidity. The raw material is continuous carbon fibres, which are processed on weaving machines into textile structures, giving the end product its characteristic woven “carbon look”. The black carbon dial provides the perfect contrast to the silver chronograph sub-dials, reminiscent of motorsport instruments.

IWC_Mercedes-AMG_Pilot's Watch Chronograph_Sapphire Crystal Case BackThis performance watch is powered by the IWC-manufactured calibre 69385 which is a robust and precise chronograph movement that enables stop time measurements of up to 12 hours. The chronograph function is controlled by a column wheel, an intricate component with two functional levels. The watch has a Mercedes-AMG logo emblazoned on the tinted sapphire crystal case back and is fitted with a black embossed calf leather strap with contrast stitching and folding clasp.

The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “AMG” is available for pre-order at IWC.com, through IWC boutiques and authorised retail partners. The timepiece is eligible for registration under the My IWC care program and thus benefits from a 6-year extension to the standard 2-year International Limited Warranty.

Further, IWC sources materials responsibly and takes action to minimise its impact on the environment, creating intrinsically sustainable timepieces that are built to last for generations. The company prides itself in training its own future watchmakers and engineers, as well as offering an excellent working environment for all employees. IWC also partners with organisations that work globally to support children and young people.

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Here is some feel-good news to start the weekend. It is also in conjunction with World Bee Day which fell on 20 May. Luxury marque, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, not only produces opulent motor cars, they also produce magnificent honey. Last week, Rolls-Royce appointed its first-ever Junior Beekeper at its Goodwood Apiary. The decision to appoint eight-year-old Poppy Liddle from Selsey, West Sussex to this important role comes after a story in the Chichester Observer highlighted the theft of Poppy’s beloved beehive in early May.

Moved by her plight, and impressed by her pragmatic response to the outrage, Rolls-Royce arranged for her to visit the Goodwood Apiary, home to possibly the world’s best-known (and certainly most palatial) colony of English honey bees.

Poppy Liddle_Junior Beekeeper_Rolls-Royce ApiaryOn Friday, 14 May, Poppy, her Dad and Step-Mum were picked up from Poppy’s school in a Rolls-Royce Ghost and chauffeur-driven to the Home of Rolls-Royce. She was then introduced to beekeeper Jason Hampton, and some of Goodwood Apiary’s 300,000 hardworking inhabitants. Poppy was also presented with a special certificate confirming her as the marque’s first-ever Junior Beekeeper, signed by Richard Carter, who combines serving as Chief Beekeeper and Director of Global Communications for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

“We were moved to invite Poppy to visit the Goodwood Apiary after reading in the local paper about the theft of her beehive. She is the first person ever to be made Junior Beekeeper at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars: we’ve all been incredibly impressed by her knowledge and love of bees, and we feel very lucky to have her on our team. We look forward to welcoming Poppy back to help us harvest the ‘Rolls-Royce of Honey’ later in the season,” commented Richard Carter.

Rolls-Royce_HoneyTo celebrate this occasion, Poppy was given a jar of ‘Rolls-Royce of Honey’ made by the Rolls-Royce bees. This honey is usually reserved exclusively for clients and other VIPs. She will be returning to the Home of Rolls-Royce later in the season when this year’s honey harvest is collected.

But in her first week of Junior Beekeper, she has already been given an extremely important and responsible task. Earlier this year, Rolls-Royce invited colleagues to act as volunteer beekeepers for the new season. As expected, the response was immediate and enthusiastic. By the closing date, over 50 people from across the company had applied for the five available vacancies. Poppy drew 10 names from a hat to create a shortlist, who will then be interviewed. The successful candidates will go on to receive apicultural training funded by Rolls-Royce.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars_Apiary_Beehive_DawnPoppy is also part of what has just become a worldwide team, with the launch of a second Rolls-Royce Apiary in Dubai to mark World Bee Day. The worldwide event, first held in 2017, is a United Nations initiative designed to raise awareness of the global importance of bees and beekeeping in world food production, biodiversity, environmental conservation and climate change.

Like the original at the Home of Rolls-Royce, the Dubai Apiary comprises six hives named ‘Phantom’, ‘Ghost’, ‘Wraith’, ‘Dawn’, ‘Cullinan’ and ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’. Each hive, specially designed to withstand Dubai’s climate, is home to a population of around 60,000 bees, benevolently ruled by an ‘Emirati Queen’ bee generously provided by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority.

Rolls-Royce Apiary_BeesRichard Carter said, “As enthusiastic beekeepers ourselves, we completely understand how much Poppy’s recent loss meant to her. We can’t bring back the hive that was taken, but we hope this event, and her new role, will help Poppy feel better and give her new opportunities to enjoy being with bees.”

“World Bee Day is an important event in our calendar. It represents all the values and vital issues that led us to first establish the Rolls-Royce Apiary and now our first international operation in Dubai. We are delighted to support it as part of the worldwide beekeeping community,” he added.

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