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Proton 3S Outlet, Pantai Bharu, Jalan Kapar, Klang, Malaysia, Official Opening 2018Pantai Bharu Corporation Sdn Bhd (Pantai Bharu), a long-time Proton dealer, has officially opened a brand new Proton 3S centre with the brand’s new look. Pantai Bharu previously operated its Proton business as a 1S and 2S on separate premises but has combined it into one following Proton’s call to its dealers to upgrade and improve, since early this year.

Located at Lot 17870, Jalan Kapar, Sungai Pinang, 41400 Klang, Selangor, the Pantai Bharu Proton 3S Centre that has a spacious showroom and customer lounge with a children’s area, phone/laptop charging area, and complimentary WiFi; the delivery bay can cater to 3 vehicles. The servicing area has 12 service bays and 8 hoists. Furthermore, there are 70 customer parking bays available at this facility.

Proton 3S, Pantai Bharu Corporation, Customer lounge area - Jalan Kapar, Klang 2018“In order to succeed, we need to move with times and stay relevant. The market is fluid, what works today may not work tomorrow. So the intention to relocate to a new area to provide better customer experience is inevitable. The new area will provide convenience to customers as a one-stop centre for sales, service and spare parts,” said Dato’ Shamshudin Nor, owner and shareholder of Pantai Bharu, who has been heading the business for 32 years.

“We are positive that with the new and fresh looking facade, better lighting and ambience for interior and exterior, we will be able to attract more customers to our showroom, hence this will definitely push our sales and service level upwards. We foresee a 100% increase in sales and service throughput with the inception of this outlet upgrade,” he said further.

Officiating the outlet opening was Dr Li Chunrong, CEO of Proton, Dato’ Razaif Mohamed, Deputy CEO, Abdul Rashid Musa, VP of Sales and Marketing, accompanied by other senior management of Proton.

Proton 3S Outlet Official Opening, Pantai Bharu Corporation, Jalan Kapar, Klang“With outlet upgrading on track, coupled with improvement in sales and quality month by month, we are confident that Proton is gaining traction in the market. Alongside the development of our cars, from the affordable and stable Saga, the practical and refined handling of the Persona, the fantastic safety and technology of the Iriz, to the extra comfortable and spacious Exora, and extra versatility and fuel efficiency of the Ertiga, we always ensure that we remember to put great customer experience in the equation. Hence the outlet upgrades with improved facilities and services featuring fresh and new look is a starting point for Proton to win back the hearts and minds of our customers. We know, good quality products allow us to sell more cars, but great service goes a long way to retain and grow our customer base. And this is what Proton is striving to achieve,” said Dr Li.

Proton Quality Initiatives SlideEditor’s note: It isn’t difficult to answer why Proton lost market share and customer confidence in the last decade and a half (at least). What is difficult is climbing back to its previous stature as the main national car brand. So while it seems that Proton has its head in the right place, the proof of the pudding is always in the eating. The company will be banking on its planned dealership upgrades (which is ahead of schedule currently) and the upcoming new SUV to propel the brand forward and put it in better standing, and the onus is on the management and stakeholders’ shoulders.

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After giving a preview of it earlier in January, Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) has officially launched the 2018 Porsche Cayenne in Malaysia. This third generation Cayenne will come in two variants i.e. the Cayenne (from RM745k) and Cayenne S (from RM890k).

Porsche Cayenne S, Malaysia Launch 2018, Sime Darby Auto PerformanceThe Cayenne will sport a 3.0L V6 turbocharged engine with 340 hp and 450 Nm, while the Cayenne S will have a more powerful 2.9L V6 twin turbo with 440 hp and 550 Nm. Both variants will use Porsche’s new 8-speed Tiptronic S gearbox. Performance-wise, the Cayenne does the 0 – 100 km/h sprint in 6.2 seconds (5.9 seconds if you opt for the Sport Chrono package), and the Cayenne S, in 5.2 seconds (4.9 seconds with Sport Chrono). Top speeds are 245 km/h and 265 km/h respectively.

Available in the new Cayenne, like its 911 sibling, is mixed tyre sizes (from 19′ to 22′) and rear axle steering. Assisting on-road performance are active all-wheel drive, air suspension which comes standard, Porsche 4D Chassis Control, and Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) electronic roll stabilisation system. It has off-road capabilities too, should you ever choose to go there.

Porsche Cayenne S, Porsche Surface Coated Brake, PSCB, Malaysia 2018, Sime Darby Auto PerformanceStandard features include LED headlights (upgradable with Porsche Dynamic Light System), Porsche Communication Management, Power Steering Plus, Porsche Advanced Cockpit which features a 12.3″ full HD touchscreen and two 7″ displays in the metre binnacle, and Park Assist. The Cayenne S will also include the PASM damper system. Other options include massage and ventilated seats, adaptive cruise control, and Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB) which have a tungsten carbide coating on the cast iron discs for better braking performance and reduced brake dust. The PSCB option comes with white coloured brake calipers.

Physically, the new Cayenne is 63 mm longer than its predecessor (with the same wheelbase length of 2,895 mm), and 9 mm lower. The luggage compartment is now 770 litres, an increase of 100 litres. Further, due to a lightweight construction using a mix of steel, alloy and aluminium, the new Cayenne’s weight has been reduced by about 55 kg despite coming with added features.

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Proton has reported a 50% growth in sales over the previous month, thanks in large part to the tax holiday as well as the Hari Raya promotions. It sold 6,173 cars in June 2018. With that, Proton’s market share last month is estimated to be 10% of TIV (Total Industry Volume), a slight increase from 9.5% in the previous month.

The brand’s main sellers are the Saga and Persona sedans; over 3,000 units of Saga were sold, mainly due to the promotion. Contributing to sales and brand image also is the improved product quality for all Proton cars subsequent to the implementation of the Global Customer Product Audit (GCPA) system which has seen a big reduction in production line demerit points for all cars.

Proton Saga is top-selling Proton model
Proton Saga is Top selling Proton model

“PROTON had its best sales month for 2018 in June, proving that Malaysians continue to find the current range of Proton cars attractive thanks to the range of features that have been engineered into each model. The attractive promotional offers we had, zero-rated GST price and an overall improvement in the quality of our cars helped to boost sales, which we are hopeful of carrying over for the remainder of 2018,” said Abdul Rashid Musa, Chief Executive Officer of PROTON Edar.

In 2017, Proton received a score of 755 in the J.D. Power Customer Service Index (CSI). The company then embarked on a quality improvement initiative to perform better in 2018. The CSI score is measured by examining dealership performance in five areas (in order of importance) i.e. service quality (32%); service initiation (22%); vehicle pick-up (18%); service advisor (15%); and service facility (13%) and to improve its score, PROTON has initiated activities to boost scores in each area.

Initial scores from Proton’s own stringent internal audit system are already showing an improvement in CSI scores. Through the GCPA system implementation, the quality of the Proton cars has improved 3 times in the past 8 months, measured by the Volvo quality standards. Combined, both activities the CSI initiatives and the product audit exercise, these will see an improvement in the overall experience customers have with the brand.

As an aside, Proton is contributing RM10 for each car sold between 1 June to 31 December 2018 to Tabung Harapan Malaysia. It had contributed RM61,730 from the June sales to the fund, and expect to contribute more when sales is expected to pick up upon the launch of its first SUV later in the year.

The Geely-Boyue-based SUV, which has not been officially named, was recently previewed by Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir who was impressed with the quality. “We are happy that the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, approves of our efforts with Geely. This confirms that Proton are on the right track and now that pre-production of the SUV has commenced we will soon begin our media and customer previews to build momentum ahead of the actual launch,” said Rashid.

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L-R: Petronas Lubricants International Group CEO, Giuseppe D’Arrigo; Petronas Trackside Fluid Engineers, Ahmad Nasri Mohd Shafie and Salvatore Schembri; Team Principal & CEO of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport, Toto Wolff.

As far as recent memory goes, I doubt we have ever posted such an article in Autoworld.com.my, but we’re doing it anyway despite no payment from Petronas for this; there’s a first time for everything. Petronas subsidiary, Petronas Lubricants International (PLI), is looking for a Trackside Fluid Engineer whose job will be to provide on-site technical support to the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport Formula One team, on the performance of its Petronas Fluid Technology Solutions™.

If you meet the following requirements and have a passion for motorsports (and fluids – the undrinkable kind), then this is your chance to play with the big boys. The criteria for application are:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent), Chemistry, Physics or documented related experience.
  • At least 2 years’ working experience in a related field.
  • General knowledge of analytical chemical techniques and instruments.
  • General understanding of lubricants (engine and gearbox) and fuel technologies.
  • Demonstrated ability and drive to quickly learn new skills on the job
  • Strong communication skills and positive attitude to respond to the team’s requirements and priorities;
  • Motivation and passion to promote PETRONAS and the F1 team to guests and partners;
  • Proficiency in English

“We are very pleased to announce the first global search for a new PETRONAS Trackside Fluid Engineer to join us and be mentored by the incumbent engineers to ultimately lead our trackside service activities for Formula One,” said PLI Group Chief Executive Officer, Giuseppe D’Arrigo.

PLI relies on the collective knowledge of its technology team, including the crew serving the trackside needs of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport, and Formula One is a key element in developing and proving product concepts to pave the way for future fluid technologies.

“It is a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of the team that works on the sharp end of fluid technology development for the fastest and most powerful drivetrains in the world. Some might even consider it the coolest job in the world,” he said.

Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport, Petronas Livery - CopyPetronas has deployed engineers to the team since the start of the partnership with Mercedes F1 in 2010. The engineers operate in a compact lab for fluid-related service activities at Formula One tests and race events around the globe and provide real-time analysis on Petronas Fluid Technology Solutions™, a customised suite of products and services which includes Petronas Primax Fuel, Syntium Lubricant and Petronas Tutela Functional Fluids for the Mercedes works team and Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains (HPP) customer teams as well.

“Petronas has been integral to the team’s success and our partnership played a fundamental role in the four consecutive world championship titles we have won together so far,” added Toto Wolff, Team Principal and CEO, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport.

“Their technical expertise when it comes to modern Formula One power units has been of great value to the team, and we have enjoyed a competitive edge from their fuels and lubricants. Having experts in fluid engineering as part of the team in a dedicated trackside fuel lab has given us an advantage, as it means that we can run many of the tests required at the track. We know that our employees are the key to our success and are very excited about PLI’s initiative to scout and nurture new talent to support us trackside.”

The global search for the next Trackside Fluid Engineer is open until 7 October 2018.

If you are interested in applying for this job, you can visit the Petronas Lubricants International LinkedIn page or email  fluideng2019@pli-petronas.com to submit your application.

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Volvo Car Malaysia, together with its newest dealer AJ Premium Motors Sdn Bhd, has launched the Volvo Batu Pahat dealership, the Swedish marque’s ninth dealership in the country. Volvo Batu Pahat is a full-fledged 3S centre located at Lot 1005, Jalan Kluang, 83000 Batu Pahat, Johor, and is here to serve Volvo customers in the southern region.

Volvo Batu Pahat 3S Centre, AJ Premium Motors, Living Room - Johor, MalaysiaVolvo Batu Pahat conforms to the Volvo Retail Experience (VRE) and features a Scandinavian-inspired ‘living room’ where customers can relax in cosy ambience. The dealership has a display area, accessories area, and a fully equipped service centre with two work bays.

“There is growing interest for our models in Malaysia and we are actively setting-up dealerships in strategic areas around Malaysia to better service this need,” said Lennart Stegland, Managing Director of Volvo Car Malaysia.

Volvo Batu Pahat 3S Centre Launch, AJ Premium Motors, Johor Malaysia, Lennart SteglandStegland added that the sales and after-sales transformation programme is more than just about expanding Volvo’s dealership network, it is also to improve the competency level of its current dealerships to better serve its growing customer base. Thus far, Volvo Car Malaysia has expanded its dealership network from four to nine, with more dealerships set to open within this year.

“It is an absolute requirement for all new dealerships to adhere to the Volvo Retail Experience standards, consistent with our dealership standards in Europe – it is not just an aesthetical guideline but also dictates the level of service rendered in our dealerships,” Stegland elaborated.

Volvo Batu Pahat, The Street, 3S Centre, AJ Premium Motors, Malaysia“Our presence in Batu Pahat makes it more convenient for owners from the surrounding areas of Muar, Kluang and Segamat to service their cars or for prospective customers to view new Volvo models,” said
Jacky Ong, Managing Director of AJ Premium Motors Sdn Bhd.

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For further information or to fix an appointment, you can contact (07) 431 2222 or email patrick@ajpremium.com (Mr Patrick Teo the Branch Manager).

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Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has introduced the locally assembled E 300 AMG Line to lead its E-Class range in Malaysia, replacing the E 350 e plug-in hybrid at the top. Hence, the Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Line will join the E 200 Avantgarde and E 250 Exclusive as the range topper; there are also the more extreme Mercedes-AMG E 43 and E 63 S variants offered here.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe E 300 was first seen here as a fully imported model, before it made way for the E 350 e plug-in hybrid. As the tax incentive for the E 350 e has not yet been extended, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia had to make the decision to reintroduce the E 300 for local assembly. The E 300 AMG Line is tentatively priced at RM388,888 and deliveries are expected to start some time in mid- or late-third quarter of 2018.

Mercedes-Benz E300 AMG Line 2.0L Engine, Malaysia 2018The E 300 AMG Line is powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that produces 180 kW (245 hp) with a maximum torque of 370 Nm from 1200 to 4000 rpm. Paired with the engine is the 9G-Tronic nine-speed torque converter automatic transmission with Direct Select shift paddles, which sends power to the rear wheels. Its 0 – 100 km/h sprint time is claimed at 6.2 seconds; top speed is 250 km/h.

The kit for the E 300 AMG Line includes:

  • MULTIBEAM LED headlamps each with 84 individually activated LEDs for precise illumination
  • AGILITY CONTROL suspension with passive selective damping system and lowering to ensure well-balanced ride comfort on any road surface
  • DYNAMIC SELECT with four modes: “Comfort”, “ECO”, “Sport” and “Sport +”. The additional “Individual” option allows you to configure the vehicle to suit your preferences.
  • 20″ multi-spoke AMG alloy wheels
  • Parking Pilot with 360° camera for all-round vision
  • COMAND Online with 31.2 cm (12.3″) high-resolution media display, touch-sensitive Touch Controls on the steering wheel and new, intelligent graphic design of the Multifunction Telephony. It allows mobile phones to be charged and, be connected to the vehicle’s exterior aerial – with absolutely no need for cables or a telephone holder.
  • Burmester® surround sound system with 13 speakers with a 9-channel DSP amplifier and a total system power of 640 watts.
  • Nappa leather upholstery
  • Night Package
  • Panoramic sliding sunroof

“We are pleased to announce the introduction of the all-new Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Line to lead the E-Class range, the masterpiece of intelligence in the premium executive segment. As with all Mercedes-Benz E-Class limoOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAusines, the E 300 AMG Line is proudly locally-assembled and comes with an exceptional range of class-leading features for the discerning customer. This includes the superior comfort of the Nappa leather upholstery, the aural experience of the Burmester Surround Sound system, the intelligent Multibeam LED headlights and the expressive infotainment interface of the double 12.3-inch widescreen displays. The Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Line is the natural choice to top the elegant E-Class family, with sporty appeal from the tasteful visual enhancements of the AMG Line interior and exterior,” said Mark Raine, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.

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Petaling Jaya, 5 July 2018 – Even before the Ministry of Transport (MOT) and Road Transport Department (RTD / JPJ) came into the picture, Honda Malaysia has been emphasizing the importance of replacing the affected Takata airbag inflators. Now that the Minister of Transport has voiced his concern, Honda Malaysia has come out to say that it will be working closely with MOT and JPJ, and continue its ongoing effort to ensure that owners of affected vehicles are aware of the safety issue and make the necessary replacements.

Owners of affected Honda vehicles are encouraged to urgently replace their affected Takata front airbag inflators manufactured by Takata Corporation as it may deploy with excessive internal pressure when activated. The airbag inflator casing might rupture which may result in injury or fatality of the driver and passenger.

The replacement of the airbag inflators is done FREE OF CHARGE meaning Honda owners need not pay for it. Any cost related to the replacement will be borne by Honda Malaysia. The company has 100% stock availability for the driver and passenger front airbag inflators.

Vehicle owners can check their vehicles’ product recall status as per below:
1. Visit Honda website at: www.honda.com.my or www.productrecall.honda.com.my
2. Call the Honda toll free number at 1-800-88-2020
3. Visit any Honda authorized dealers

The replacement can be done at any of the 92 Honda authorized service dealers nationwide. Customers are highly recommended to fix an appointment with Honda authorized service centres to enable priority for replacement activities and avoid delays or setbacks in replacing the Takata airbag inflators.

In addition, Honda Malaysia has made arrangements to have Mobile Hubs in selected shopping malls to make it easier for owners to do the replacement. There are also similar Hubs at Honda roadshows as well as at selected Petronas stations. Replacement activities at the Mobile Hubs in selected shopping malls and selected PETRONAS station hubs DO NOT require advance appointment as walk-ins are welcome at these locations.

Honda Malaysia also has Mobile Teams from Honda authorized dealers who will be operating in selected areas. The associates in the Mobile Teams will be in Honda uniforms and have with them an authorization letter for customers’ convenience in recognizing the team. You can request to view their Honda Identification Tag or contact the Honda Toll Free number 1-800-88-2020 for further confirmation when approached by the Mobile Team. The door-to-door Mobile Teams will also make arrangements for replacement activities on-site where necessary for customers who are genuinely unable to go to any nearest dealers or the replacement hubs.

Servicing for Parallel Imported Honda Vehicles
Honda Malaysia also extends the replacement of Takata airbag inflators to parallel imported (recon) Honda vehicles, which were not sold by Honda Malaysia. Owners of parallel imported Honda vehicles are advised to contact Honda authorized dealers to check on the status of their vehicles and if affected, to make arrangements to replace their airbag inflator as soon as possible. Cost of parts and labour for the airbag inflator replacement will be borne by Honda Malaysia and is free of charge to the owners.

Honda Malaysia continues to appeal to owners of Honda vehicles affected by the Takata front airbag inflator product recall to get their vehicles repaired at Honda authorized dealers as soon as possible. The company also urges all Honda vehicle owners to register their vehicles at the nearest dealers so that any necessary information sent out can reach the owners adequately.

As at July 2, 2018, Honda Malaysia has completed more than 228,000 units of Takata driver front airbag inflator which translates to 87% completion ratio. The total number of Takata driver and passenger front airbag inflator replacements completed is at more than 465,000 units or 79% completion ratio.

Honda Malaysia also takes this opportunity to assure that the current line-up of vehicles sold do not have the same type of Takata airbag inflators.

Honda Malaysia Takata Airbag Inflator Replacement Locations - July 2018

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Volkswagen Marketplace, VW Passat Trendline Cyber, MalaysiaVolkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has launched an e-platform called the Volkswagen Marketplace as another avenue for its customers to reserve a Volkswagen car and enjoy exclusive online offers. As the first-of-its-kind platform in Malaysia, the Volkswagen Marketplace was launched with an exclusive online-only deal on 20 units of the Passat 1.8TSI Trendline Cyber. These units are offered at an online price of RM135,888 and includes a 5-year free maintenance and 1-year free insurance offer, besides the 5-year manufacturer’s warranty and 5-year roadside assistance. Buyers will also be able to enjoy a low interest rate of 0.88% per annum on the Passat 1.8TSI Trendline Cyber.

The VW Passat 1.8TSI Trendline Cyber is powered by a 1.8-litre TSI turbocharged engine paired with a 7-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG), and has an output of 180 PS and 250Nm of torque between 1,250 rpm and 5,000 rpm. There are four colours to choose from i.e. Pure White, Deep Black, Indium Grey and Reflex Silver.

To book one, you just need to select your (1) preferred model, (2) preferred dealer and (3) submit your details. A reservation fee of RM1,500 via credit card will be required; this amount will be deducted from the total price of the selected car. Subsequently, a Volkswagen sales representative will contact you to finalise the purchase and follow up with you when the car is fully registered and ready for collection.

Erik Winter, Managing Director of VPCM said this idea of creating an e-platform had been in the pipeline for
some time, and the recent success of VPCM’s partnership with Lazada further spurred the idea. “The rise of e-commerce has changed the way people shop, and selling 12 Beetles on Lazada in just 20 minutes confirmed our belief that Malaysians are ready and receptive to buying cars online. This as an important development for the brand and we are very excited to be able to bring Volkswagen Marketplace to Malaysia.”

“Volkswagen Marketplace is a permanent platform for us, and we will be regularly updating it with new offers, so interested customers should definitely keep on a lookout for them,” he added.

For more information, visit marketplace.volkswagen.com.my

Volkswagen Polo, Vienna Leather Seats, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia 2018Additionally, VPCM also introduced a ‘Vienna’ leather seat option for the Volkswagen Polo hatchback. The VW Polo includes a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty and 3-year free maintenance package.

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UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has stated that it will market the Toyota brand in a new brand direction in light of the changing customer preferences and business landscape. Still continuing its “All About The Drive” branding, it will be refreshed with two brand promises i.e. to excite the daily drives of its customers, and to deliver prominence through its high-value-added products, services and association with the brand.

UMW Toyota Motor, All About The Drive, Malaysia“We understand that the needs of our customers are evolving and the behaviour of buying are also changing and we are prepared to respond to those needs and behaviours,” said Mr Ravindran K., President of UMWT. “We will provide high value-added and advanced products with advanced safety and connectivity features. We will also ensure the ownership experience of a Toyota will be worry-free and rewarding through high quality services and strong network,” he elaborated.

Toyota, All About The Drive, UMW Toyota Motor, MalaysiaUMWT will not be breaking any new grounds with such a move as some rival brands have already stepped forth with this initiative to cater to a more dynamic and demanding consumer behaviour. For Toyota, it is a case of ‘better late than never’ and it also has the advantage of looking at its rivals’ initiatives to see what works and what doesn’t in this market.

Regardless, in its effort to rejuvenate the Toyota brand image, UMWT will continue with the Vios Challenge under the “All About The Drive” umbrella. The second season of this one-make race is scheduled to start in August 2018; starting for the first time in the east coast (Stadium Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin in Terengganu; 2 – 4 August).

Toyota Vios Challenge, Promotional Class Celebrities, Malaysia, Ravindran KThe main draw at the Vios Challenge for the general public will be the Promotional Class where public figures like Diana Danielle, Janna Nick, Shawn Lee, and Syukri Yahaya will take to the tracks again for the second season. Meanwhile, racing for the first time in this category will be four new celebrity racers i.e. Aiman Tiko, Akim Ahmad, Nabil Ahmad, Khai Bahar, Nabila Razali and Wany Hasrita. This new group of racers will be trained at the Vios Academy to prepare them for the races.

Toyota Gazoo Racing, Vios Challenge 2018 - 2019, MalaysiaThe other categories in the Vios Challenge will be the Sporting Class for semi-professionals, and Super Sporting for professional racers.

The second season of the Vios Challenge will continue to be sponsored by Toyo Tires, Denso, TRD Asia, Enkei, Moty’s, Drive M7 Energy Drinks, and Toyota Capital Services. Vios Challenge will be the highlight event at the TGR (Toyota Gazoo Racing) Racing Festival weekends.

Toyota Gazoo Racing TGR Racing Festival, E-Sports, UMW Toyota Motor, MalaysiaAs an extension to TGR, UMWT will also be involved in the fast growing e-sports, which has over 14 million gamers in Malaysia.

“This is a very exciting time for us and we invite the public to join on this journey as the brand evolves to be more inspiring, exciting and relevant to all,” concluded Mr Ravindran.

 

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Last week, Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (DMSB) handed over a fleet of 36 Gran Max panel van to Indah Water Konsortium Sdn. Bhd. (IWK), representing a second fleet order from IWK for Daihatsu vehicles.

The Daihatsu Gran Max has proven its quality and reliability to IWK in delivering efficient service for its day-to-day operations, hence the decision for an additional fleet purchase. DMSB Executive Director, Mr. Makoto Ogawa said “We are glad to provide product quality to Indah Water Konsortium in developing and maintaining a modern and efficient sewerage system to Malaysia. We’d like to thank IWK for their continuous support and looking forward to building a long-term collaboration together.”

The handover ceremony was attended by IWK staff, including En. Faizal Othman, Chief Executive Officer and En. Ir. Mohd Taufik Salleh, Head of Regional Operation, Southern; and included a hands-on training session on vehicle handling for IWK personnel. Handing over the vans were Mr. Makoto Ogawa and En. Arman Mahadi, General Manager from Daihatsu Malaysia.

L-R: Mr. Makoto Ogawa (ED, DMSB), En. Ir. Mohd Taufik Salleh (Head of Regional Operation Southern, IWK), En. Faizal Othman (CEO, IWK) and En. Arman Mahadi (GM, DMSB)
L-R: Mr. Makoto Ogawa (ED, DMSB), En. Ir. Mohd Taufik Salleh (Head of Regional Operation Southern, IWK), En. Faizal Othman (CEO, IWK) and En. Arman Mahadi (GM, DMSB)

 

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