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Honda Malaysia will soon launch the Honda BR-V facelift, some time within the first quarter of 2020 (that would be by this month) and in the meantime is accepting bookings for this 7-seater crossover.

The Bold Runabout Vehicle was first introduced to Malaysia in 2017. It combined an SUV design with impressive versatility, making it an all-rounder which turned it into one of the most sought-after vehicles in the market, particularly among buyers with family.

The rear of the 2017 BR-V for comparison.
The rear of the 2017 BR-V for comparison.

“The BR-V was developed exclusively by Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. (HRAP) for the ASEAN market. It is also the first HRAP model in Malaysia. The BR-V is set to cater to the increasing market demand for a 7-seater car that is spacious and versatile at the same time. Since its launch in 2017, over 36,000 units of BR-V were sold in the country as at January 2020. This encouraging result was translated into 45% (non-national segment) market share in 2019, which helped the BR-V maintain its position as the segment leader.” said Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Toichi Ishiyama.

“To continue offering high-quality products and meeting customer expectation, Honda Malaysia conducted market study and collected customer feedback that can help us understand our customers better. Armed with significant insight of the market, the New BR-V received exciting enhancements that are able to further captivate the hearts of Malaysians,” Mr. Ishiyama added.

The exterior of the New BR-V gets an upgrade with a fresher and stylish appearance. The front design of New BR-V has an improved Front Bumper and New Front Grille, New Lower Bumper Garnish and New Front Fog Light Garnish. At the back, there is a New Rear Lower Bumper Garnish, New Shark Fin Antenna; and a New 16″ Alloy Wheel Design.

Push Start Button_Engine Start StopAdditionally, the Keyless Entry and Push Start Button features are now standard features for all variants, offering customers improved convenience.

The New BR-V maintains the familiar 1.5L SOHC i-VTEC engine that produces 120 PS and 145 Nm of torque, the highest output in its segment. This gives the BR-V the ability to deliver better driveability for a 7-seater
crossover.

Honda Malaysia believes the New BR-V is the ideal option for customers with families as it is designed to give more space that can fit the passengers as well as various sizes of goods. The third row seats are adjustable with 50:50 Tilt & Full Tumble that can lie flat and fully tumbled to maximise boot space. Further, the New BR-V also has New Leather Seat with added Red Accent.

There is no official price yet but it is open for booking at all 100 Honda dealerships nationwide.

For more information on the New BR-V or to place a booking, please call the Honda Toll Free number 1-800-88-2020, or visit www.honda.com.my.

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Mazda MX-5 RF_2020_Rear ViewThe 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF roadster is now open for booking at all Mazda authorised dealerships in Malaysia. The iconic roadster will be fully imported from Japan and will have a RM266,154 price tag. The MX-5 is an iconic vehicle with more than a million units produced and is the Guinness World Record holder for the best-selling two-seater sports car. For over 30 years, the front mid-engine, rear-wheel drive layout has evolved to fit the ever-changing customer preferences.

Coming standard with a 2.0L Skyactiv-G petrol engine (181 hp @ 7,000 rpm; 205 Nm @ 4,000 rpm), the MX-5 RF also includes a manual transmission option for those who like to work the left foot. The transmissions available are a Skyactiv-MT 6-speed manual or Skyactiv-Drive 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters.

The MX-5 RF’s compact and lightweight physique promises agile driving dynamics as well as outstanding power-to-weight ratio. The Jinba-Ittai sense of oneness between the owner and vehicle which Mazda dials into all its models should also provide for some fun driving.

In line with the premium positioning path of the brand, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF receives an updated Mazda badging and font design.The RF in its name stands for Retractable Fastback, which is essentially a targa top. It has a rigid roof, instead of a soft top, that retracts to the rear while the buttresses on either side remain fixed in place.

Mazda MX-5 RF_2020_Interior_Cabin_Steering Wheel_Dashboard_Centre Console_Mazda Connect_Gear LeverWhile Mazda is maintaining the nimble nature of the car, it has added more equipment into the 2020 MX-5 RF. It is now equipped with modern conveniences like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, accessible via the MAZDA CONNECT Infotainment display, as well as ISOFIX mounts on the passenger seat which also has an airbag cut-off function.

Further, the 2020 MX-5 RF adds more i-Activsense safety features including Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart City Brake Support and Driver Attention Alert.

Mazda MX-5 RF_2020_Interior_Cabin_RoofLike all new Mazda vehicles purchased from official channels, the MX-5 RF is covered by a 5-Years Manufacturer Warranty + 5-Years Free Maintenance, according to manufacturer’s standards and inclusive of labour, parts and lubricants. Both Manufacturer Warranty and Free Maintenance have a coverage period of five years and a mileage limit of 100,000 km, whichever comes first.

As an aside, Mazda Motor Corporation recently celebrated its 100th anniversary of its founding on January 30, 2020. We append below a message from Akira Marumoto, Representative Director, President and CEO on the centenary celebration:

“Mazda originated as a company producing cork and then took the path to manufacturing automobiles. Now, our cars have found friends with many customers from over 130 countries and regions. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the customers, dealers, suppliers, business partners and the local community, who have supported us over the years through good and bad times, to whom we owe our 100 years of existence. As we look ahead to the next 100 years, we will continue to put people first and cherish our ‘uniqueness of co-creating with others.’ As we strengthen co-creation and cooperation with all those connected with the company, we will continue to challenge ourselves to create unique products, technologies, and experiences that our customers love.”

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We have already witnessed the 2020 Geneva International Motor Show become a casualty of the COVID-19 coronovirus outbreak. So it is not surprising to hear that our own Malaysia Autoshow 2020 will be sharing the same fate. However, according to the Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii), Malaysia’s largest annual automotive event – the Malaysia Autoshow 2020, which had been schedule for 9 – 12 April will only take a hiatus.

Malaysia Autoshow 2018, MAEPS SerdangThe postponement of the auto show was decided on as MARii prioritises the health and safety of all those involved with the exhibition i.e. exhibitors, participants, visitors and everyone else involved in the logistics and set-up.

MARii has set the new dates i.e. 2 – 5 July, for the Malaysia Autoshow 2020, at MAEPS, Serdang. This is of course dependent on the ongoing monitoring of the severity of the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Honda Civic_Back View_2020Honda Malaysia recently launched the 2020 Honda Civic facelift. The updated C-segment leader in Malaysia now features Honda SENSING suite of advanced safety technology. The 10th generation Civic had a dominant 72% market share in 2019. In total, Honda Malaysia has sold over 135,000 units of the Civic and contributing to Honda’s position as No. 1 in the Non-National car brand for the 5th consecutive year.

There are three variants of the locally assembled Civic facelift for sale i.e. Civic 1.8S, Civic 1.5TC and the range-topping Civic 1.5TC-P. The on-the-road prices (without insurance) are RM113,600, RM129,600 and RM139,600 respectively.

Engine output remains the same as the pre-facelift. The 1.8S is powered by a 1.8L normally aspirated SOHC engine with 141 PS and 174 Nm of torque, and the 1.5TC variants use a 1.5L turbocharged VTEC with 173 PS and 220 Nm of torque, which is equivalent to a 2.4L naturally aspirated engine’s performance. These engines are mated with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Honda Civic_2020_1.5 TC-P_Front Grille Wing_LED Headlights_BumperHonda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Toichi Ishiyama said, “In 2016, we revolutionised the C-segment when we introduced the 10th Generation Civic with a turbocharged engine, new stylish exterior design and first-in-segment features. With the launch of this innovative New Civic today which is equipped with the full suite of Honda SENSING and added advanced safety features, we are proud to further raise the benchmark in the segment. I believe that the New Civic is a complete car for C-segment buyers with its D-segment features.”

For the exterior, the new Civic gets updated with redesigned bumpers front and back. The 1.5TC-P variant stands out with a piano black wing front grille (as opposed to chrome). It also gets a trunk spoiler with integrated third brake lamp. The 1.5TC-P also gets new 18″ Black Alloy Wheels.

Honda Civic_Dashboard_2020Inside, the Civic 1.5 variants get new leather seat accent design complementing features that are standard i.e. new Auto Front Wiper, 8-Way Driver Powered Seat, Remote Engine Start and Walk Away Auto Lock (these features are available in all variants). The new steering switch is also now aesthetically refined in looks and texture. Further, to maximize the cargo space the rear seats now have a 60:40 split with a lever in the boot to fold. Another notable feature in the cabin is the 7″ Advanced Display Audio head unit with physical buttons instead of a touch panel. Only the TC-P has a dual zone climate control while the others have single zone.

But standard across all variants are six airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Agile Handle Assist (AHA), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist (BA), Auto Brake Hold (ABH), new Front Sensors and rear seat ISOFIX.

The new Civic is also the first Japanese locally mass-produced C-segment model to be offered with the full suite of 8 Honda SENSING advanced safety features (for the TC-P variant only) i.e. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Auto High-Beam (AHB). Honda SENSING is Honda’s driver-assist solution towards achieving the dream of a collision-free society, ultimately ensuring road safety for everyone. With the introduction of this new Civic, Honda Malaysia now boasts a complete line-up of Honda SENSING models for C-segment and above, including the CR-V, all-new Accord and the Odyssey.

Honda_7 inch Display - LaneWatchThe new Civic now also comes with Honda LaneWatch for the turbo models, which is Honda’s camera-based safety technology that supplements the side mirror and enhances the side view while reducing blind spots for safer changing of lanes. It is also the only and first model in the segment to offer this.

Aside from the exterior colour options of Lunar Silver Metallic, White Orchid Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic and Crystal Black Pearl, the new Civic also adds a new colour i.e. Passion Red Pearl.

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Mazda CX-9_SUV_LED Headlight_Front GrilleBermaz Motor, the sole distributor of Mazda vehicles in Malaysia, has announced that the flagship 7-seater CX-9 SUV is now available for booking at all authorised Mazda showrooms. The 2020 Mazda CX-9 sees a few updates that focuses on elevating the premium Mazda ownership experience.

As per the brand’s move to feature a more premium design, the 2020 Mazda CX-9 receives updated Mazda badging and fonts design as well as a new gray metallic finish to its 20″ aluminum alloy wheels.

Mazda CX-9_7 Seater SUV_Mazda Connect_Infotainment System_Screen_DisplayFor the interior, the 2020 CX-9 gets black leather seats for all three rows with a new silver stitching finish for some classy feel. Other standard features include an updated 9″ Mazda Connect infotainment screen, Auto Hold function as well as i-Stop, seatbelt reminders for 2nd and 3rd row passengers, and an additional two USB charging ports at the third-row for added convenience.

The 2020 Mazda CX-9 continues to be powered by the Skyactiv-G 2.5T turbocharged engine that produces 228 hp @ 5,000 rpm and 420 Nm of torque from 2,000 rpm. The engine features a world’s first Dynamic Pressure turbo with a 4-3-1 exhaust manifold to deliver instant torque seamlessly. This is combined with an exhaust gas recirculation cooling system (EGT) to reduce combustion temperature to aid fuel economy and efficiency. It is paired with a quick-shifting, six-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic transmission.  2-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants of the CX-9 are available.

Mazda CX-9_SUV_OutdoorsWith the i-Activ all-wheel drive, the 2020 CX-9 is the first Mazda vehicle offered with the all-new Off-road Traction Assist feature. This replacs the traction control button and can potentially help the driver when driving on uneven terrain. When the diagonal wheels lose traction, off-road traction assist will stop reducing the engine torque and increase the brake force on the wheels without traction. This transfers power to the wheels which are still on the ground to help allow the vehicle to regain traction and continue the drive. The Mazda CX-9 also comes standard with G-Vectoring Control Plus which improves steering response to enable the driver and all of its occupants to have a smooth and premium experience.

In terms of advanced safety technologies, the 2020 Mazda CX-9 comes equipped with Mazda’s flagship i-ACTIVSENSE advanced safety technologies including, but not limited to the following: Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA), Smart City Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist. Smart City Brake Support is now updated with pedestrian detection support.

The 2020 Mazda CX-9 for Malaysia continues to be imported from Japan as CBU and selling price starts from RM 319,610.40.

WARRANTY

All new Mazda vehicles registered from January 1, 2019 onwards are covered by 5-Years Manufacturer Warranty + 5-Years Free Maintenance (except Mazda BT-50) according to manufacturer’s standards inclusive of labour, parts and lubricants. Both Manufacturer Warranty and Free Maintenance have a coverage period of five years and a mileage limit of 100,000 km, whichever comes first.

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Shell Malaysia, through its Make the Future Live programme, is playing matchmaker for students and industry players to benefit all parties. Make the Future Live is a global programme bringing people and ideas into collaborative spaces, driving towards a lower-carbon energy future. The programme comes back to Malaysia for the second time, bringing together participants from Asia Pacific and beyond. Make the Future Live Malaysia 2020 will take place at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from the 2 – 5 June.

Amirul Shafiq representing Universiti Malaysia Perlis, explaining the mechanism of their vehicle design to Suria Component Manufacturing (M) Sdn. Bhd personnel.
Amirul Shafiq representing Universiti Malaysia Perlis, explaining the mechanism of their vehicle design to Suria Component Manufacturing (M) Sdn. Bhd personnel.

At the heart of Make the Future Live Malaysia is Shell Eco-marathon Asia, a platform that challenges students to design and build ultra-energy-efficient vehicles, in a variety of designs and using a spectrum of energy types, and then put them to test. This year, Shell Malaysia is collaborating with Malaysia Automotive Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) to significantly improve the outcome for the five local teams participating in SEMA.

This involved exposing the students to four local original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in a matchmaking session to encourage collaborations between industry players and the Malaysian teams to enhance the performance of their cars.

This partnership is also highly beneficial for the OEMs, giving them firsthand exposure to the potential talent of these students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). The participating industry players are:

  • Suria Component Manufacturing (M) Sdn. Bhd
  • Sapura Engineering Sdn Bhd
  • Kasai Teck See Malaysia Sdn Bhd
  • Jasa Sarjana Sdn Bhd
L-R: Phuah Yi Ling, Jason Wong Yuen Sung, Chen Hoe Shun, Nur Afifah Ab Wahab, Mohammed Algafri, Angus Thomson and Abid Junaid bin Shaick Dawood Zainul Abideen from the Heriot-Watt Racing Team.
L-R: Phuah Yi Ling, Jason Wong Yuen Sung, Chen Hoe Shun, Nur Afifah Ab Wahab, Mohammed Algafri, Angus Thomson and Abid Junaid bin Shaick Dawood Zainul Abideen from the Heriot-Watt Racing Team.

Over 100 student teams from 18 countries around Asia Pacific and the Middle East will compete in the Shell Eco-marathon. After spending months designing, building and testing their designs, these bright young engineers will be putting their self-built energy-efficient cars to the test at the Sepang International Circuit.

Shell Eco-marathon Asia will include two key competitions this year. The longest running competition is the Mileage Challenge where teams compete to run their car the farthest distance on the least amount of fuel.

Additionally, teams will have the opportunity to take part in a qualifier for the Drivers’ World Championship. Matching the proven energy-efficiency of their car with the strategy, skill and speed of the driver, this is a race to see who crosses the finish line first without running out of their limited allocation of energy. Top teams will win their place in the 2020 Drivers’ World Championship.

For more information on Make the Future Live Malaysia and Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2020, please visit www.shell.my/makethefuture

 

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Bermaz Motor Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Mazda vehicles in Malaysia, is the official car sponsor for the 2020 Bandar Malaysia Open Golf Tournament. The tournament is scheduled for tee-off at the Kota Permai Golf & Country Club on 5 March and will end on 8 March 2020.

Mazda_Official Car_Bandar Malaysia Open Golf Tournament_Bermaz MotorThe Mazda brand has been selected as the official vehicle partner for the 2020 Bandar Malaysia Open Golf Tournament and will be providing a fleet of CX-9 SUVs to chauffeur dignitaries, VIPs and golfers for the event. Further, the Mazda CX-8 will also be up for grabs as the Hole-In-One prize.

This year’s tournament is sanctioned by the Asian Tour in partnership with the Japan Golf Tour Organization and there are a total of 40 spots for Malaysian players consisting of 30 professionals and 10 amateurs, inclusive of four junior golfers.

Mazda CX-9According to Bermaz Motor Sdn Bhd, being selected as the official Car Sponsor for this championship is an honour, and Bermaz expresses its gratitude for the opportunity to showcase its vehicles at the event. Its flagship premium SUV, the Mazda CX-9, will demonstrate to the tournament guests the high level of comfort and quality of, as well as the philosophy behind, the Mazda brand.

 

Mazda Vision Coupe_Side View_Mazda ASEAN Design Forum 2018_ThailandMazda vehicles are more than just a mode of transportation. The brand’s KODO – Soul Of Motion design concept treats the ‘car as art’ with the clever use of light and shadow to highlight the car’s dynamic form. Mazda creates its vehicles to be part of the owner’s journey and enrich their ownership experience. Its mantra of Jinba-ittai or one-ness of the driver and car, is meant to create an emotional bond between the two.

To stay updated on the event, please visit the Official Mazda Malaysia Facebook page (www.faceook.com/mazdamy/)

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The sole distributor for Ford in Malaysia, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), is carrying out the ‘Ford Ranger XLT Family Promotion’ which offers savings on the Ranger XLT, XLT Plus and XLT Special Edition from 1 March (today) until 31 May 2020.

Ford Ranger XLT Family Promotion_Malaysia_2020The savings on the Ford Ranger XLT is valued at RM9,000, while the Ranger XLT buyers can enjoy savings of RM7,188. Those looking at the Ford Ranger XLT Special Edition can expect savings of RM8,000.

To recap, the Ranger XLT is powered by a 2.2L turbo diesel engine that delivers 160 PS of power and peak torque of 385 Nm, which makes it ideal as a workhorse. The Ford Ranger XLT Plus meanwhile, features a refined 2.0L single-turbo engine that is mated to a first, and only-in-class, 10-speed automatic transmission to deliver 180 PS and 420 Nm of torque.

Further, the Ranger XLT Plus also comes with convenient features such as keyless entry with push-start button and the Easy Lift Tailgate to make lifting and lowering the tailgate effortless.

Enhancements to the Ranger XLT Special Edition include an upgraded 9″ touchscreen display with Reverse Camera plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto that supports applications like Spotify, YouTube, Waze and Google Chrome. It also comes with a tonneau cover and trendy decals on either side of the truck.

The Easy Lift Tailgate bar.
The Easy Lift Tailgate bar.

The Ranger is touted to be the perfect choice for customers who enjoy outdoor activities like biking, camping and canoeing, or helping friends move house. “The Ford Ranger XLT line-up continues to attract a wide range of customers with its appeal as a hard-working and rugged pickup that is suited for both work and play. Comfortable yet powerful, refined yet capable, our customers appreciate its versatility. With that, we are delighted to introduce the ‘Ford Ranger XLT Family Promotion’ to our customers,” said Syed Ahmad Muzri Syed Faiz, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion.

The Ford Ranger Special Edition comes in two colours – Arctic White and Absolute Black, while the Ranger XLT and XLT Plus are available in Aluminium Metallic, Lightning Blue, Frozen White, Magnetic and Absolute Black.

To find out which Ford Ranger variant best suit your work and play, visit www.sdacford.com.my/whats-new/promotions/xlt-family-promo

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Cycle & Carriage Bintang CEO, Wilfrid Foo (left) and General Manager, Head - Human Resource, Jo Ng flanking the C&C Study Grant receipients (L-R): Kirk Lien Sieng, Kathiravan A/L Suresh, Yash Mithun Raj A/L Marimuthu, Chandra Gaantan A/L Chandran & Ahmad Aiman bin Abdullah.
Cycle & Carriage Bintang CEO, Wilfrid Foo (left) and General Manager, Head – Human Resource, Jo Ng flanking the C&C Study Grant receipients (L-R): Kirk Lien Sieng, Kathiravan A/L Suresh, Yash Mithun Raj A/L Marimuthu, Chandra Gaantan A/L Chandran
& Ahmad Aiman bin Abdullah.

Cycle & Carriage Bintang Berhad has given five aspiring students a study grant to pursue technical and vocational education. Keeping true to its ‘Exceptional Journeys’ promise, Cycle & Carriage is focusing on affecting people in a positive way. The Cycle & Carriage Study Grant awarded to the five youth will ensure their access to quality technical and vocational education and guaranteed placement with Cycle & Carriage.

“I had plans to stop studying due to financial constraints. This is a turning point in my life. The Cycle & Carriage Study Grant has come at the right time, helping me in my journey to follow my passion and pursue a career in the automotive industry,” said Chandra Gaantan A/L Chandran.

Chandra is one of the five to receive this inaugural financial aid from Cycle & Carriage. He, Kathiravan A/L Suresh and Yash Mithun Raj A/L Marimuthu, are pursuing a course in City & Guilds Diploma Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles. The other recipients are Ahmad Aiman bin Abdullah, who is pursuing a diploma in Automotive Technology; and Kirk Lien Sieng, who is studying Automotive – After Sales Services.

Cycle & Carriage Bintang Bhd_Wilfrid Foo_CEO_Malaysia“Cycle & Carriage’s growth mirrors the personal and professional development of our people throughout the years. This is why we feel strongly about empowering people, especially our youth, as success is not just what we gain, it’s more about the legacy we leave behind. Cycle & Carriage is proud to be part of our youth’s journey as they develop into future drivers and innovators of the automotive industry,” said Cycle & Carriage CEO, Wilfrid Foo. This initiative stems from a passion to empower people, especially the marginalised youth.

Aiman, who is grateful to be selected for this study grant, said his passion in the automotive field was inspired by his brother who serves in the army’s automotive division. Meanwhile, Kathiravan, who is equally happy to be receiving the financial aid, said his passion began from a tender age. “I started with repairing bicycles, then moved on to motorcycles and then cars. With the study grant, I hope to be a specialist technician for commercial vehicles in the near future,” he said.

The Cycle & Carriage Study Grant is open to Malaysian youths aged 16 years and above who are currently enrolled in or have secured a placement in an automotive course within a skills training institution accredited by the Department for Skills Development (DSD) of the Ministry of Human Resources or Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Applicants must also possess a minimum credit in English and Mathematics either at the Pentaksiran Tingkatan 3 (PT3), Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) level.

This aid initiative is targeted mainly at youths requiring financial assistance and who come from families with a monthly household income of RM3,000 and below. Each recipient will receive an annual bursary of up to RM5,000 for a maximum of three years.

Mercedes-Benz Cycle & Carriage Bintang Petaling Jaya Autohaus Service BayUpon completion, grant recipients will be offered paid internship opportunities during semester breaks in addition to a one-year bond with Cycle & Carriage. Being one of the leading dealer groups of Mercedes-Benz passenger and commercial vehicles, as well as a dealer group of FUSO commercial vehicles in Malaysia, Cycle & Carriage offers grant recipients the opportunity greater exposure to actual working environments, learning directly from qualified and experienced technicians.

With the study grant steering Yash Mithun closer to his career goal, he advised his peers to be brave in the face of adversity and to seize every opportunity that comes their way. Fellow recipient, Kirk, chimed in with some words of wisdom, encouraging his peers to persevere and never give up easily.

The study grant is part of Cycle & Carriage’s on-going commitment towards social development of the local community and the nation’s technical and vocational education agenda.

The Cycle & Carriage Study Grant will be open once again to receive new applications this year. Look out for the announcement on Cycle & Carriage Bintang’s website: http://bit.ly/CCBStudyGrant2020

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Honda Malaysia has launched its flagship executive sedan – the all-new 10th generation Honda Accord, this time with a turbo engine, premium features and driving assistance. There are two variants available in Malaysia i.e. the 1.5 TC and 1.5 TC-P.

Honda_Accord_1.5 VTEC TURBO_EngineBoth variants of the all-new Accord are fitted with an enhanced 1.5L VTEC turbocharged engine, making this the first of the Japanese mass market brands to offer a turbocharged petrol engine in the D-segment. The 1.5L turbo engine has an output of 201 PS and 260 Nm of torque making it more powerful than a 2.4L naturally aspirated one. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) helps transfer the power to the front wheels. This Accord is also certified as an Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV).

All-New 2020 Honda Accord_1.5 TurboThe new Accord gets a fastback styling with a sweeping roofline to the rear and a long-ish bonnet, a deviation from its traditionally three box body. Size-wise, it is wider and lower but slightly shorter than its predecessor in line with its “Man-Maximum, Machine-Minimum” ideal. However, wheelbase has been increased by 55 mm so cabin space is not much of a concern; rear legroom has increased by 48 mm. Like all current Hondas, the Accord comes with a large bar of chrome in front.

According to Honda, it has improved the Accord’s NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) for better comfort and travel ambience. Spray foam is used to provide extra sound insulation and enhance cabin quietness. The application of High-Performance Adhesive (HPA) further improves the structure and rigidity of the body for better durability while also reduces the noise and vibration and improves ride and handling.

An added exterior feature that is unique is the 18″ alloy wheels which is fitted with a resonator to reduce tyre noise (only for the TC-P variant).

2020 Honda Accord_Interior_Seats_MalaysiaAlso new in a Honda vehicle in Malaysia are the 4-way adjustable powered seat with Shoulder Switch, and wireless charging which is integrated into the centre console. The driver’s seat also includes a memory function while the Driver Attention Monitor monitors and alerts the driver when it detects a diversion of the driver’s attention. Other features include 8″ Advanced Display Audio at the centre console, 7″ Interactive Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Meter Cluster, Walk Away Auto Lock, Remote Engine Start.

The higher TC-P variant Accord gets the full suite of Honda SENSING that includes Low Speed Follow (LSF), Auto High-Beam (AHB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

2020_Honda Accord_Interior_Park Assist_Display_ScreenThe TC-P also comes with Smart Parking Assist System with Brake Assist (Rear) that recognises the border line of the parking space and assists the driver with automatic steering, screen display, voice guidance and auto braking when an obstacle is detected, as well as a Multi-view Camera System (360° Camera) that displays the car’s surroundings, and Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) that uses radar sensors to monitor the rear corner of the car when reversing.

These new features add to the existing safety features such as Honda LaneWatch that enhances the side view while reducing the blind spots. Standard safety features include six airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), front and rear parking sensors with Multi-angle Rearview Camera, and Rear Seat ISOFIX anchors.

Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Toichi Ishiyama said, “The Accord has 44 years of history since its debut in 1976 with nine full model changes. The Accord has always been very well accepted by Malaysians, with encouraging sales recorded for the previous generations. To-date, there are more than 84,100 units of Accord on Malaysian roads. Each generation of the Accord continues to shine by setting higher benchmark in styling, technology and advanced features in an executive sedan.”

“We are very honoured with the huge support for the Accord from Malaysians over the years. It drives us to continue to offer products that are able to fulfil our customers’ needs and set a new standard in the industry. This All-New Accord being launched today continues to meet customers’ demands with more sophistication and premium features,” Mr. Ishiyama added.

The 2020 Honda Accord is priced at RM185,900 for the 1.5 TC variant and RM195,900 for the 1.5 TC-P variant. The prices are on-the-road without insurance and include a five year unlimited mileage warranty with five times free labour service (five years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first). Body colour options are Crystal Black Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic and a brand new Platinum White Pearl.

 

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