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Motul 12 Jam Sepang: Dedikasi Terhadap Sukan Permotoran

Motul Asia Pasifik baru-baru ini menganjurkan acara perlumbaan mendebarkan yang dipanggil Motul 12 Jam Sepang di Litar Antarabangsa Sepang dari 15 hingga 16 Mac, 2023. Mereka lebih daripada sekadar Rakan Pelincir rasmi dan menjadi Penaja Tajuk untuk tahun kedua berturut-turut. Ini menunjukkan sokongan padu mereka terhadap komuniti kereta Malaysia dan kecintaan mereka terhadap sukan permotoran.

Acara itu menampilkan 17 pasukan dengan pemandu terbaik dari Asia bersaing dalam tiga kategori, menghadapi keadaan cuaca yang sukar di Asia. Penajaan Motul menyerlahkan semangat mereka untuk sukan permotoran dan sokongan mereka untuk peminat dan profesional kereta Malaysia.

Motul menganjurkan aktiviti khas untuk lebih 170 pelanggan penting, seperti lawatan ke pit dengan pasukan Viper Niza Racing yang berpangkalan di Malaysia dan pelajaran tentang membandingkan produk untuk trek dan jalan raya. Mereka juga mempamerkan rangkaian produk CACE (Chemical, Additive, Care, and Essential) inovatif mereka dan bercakap tentang kebolehkesanan produk dan langkah anti-pemalsuan dengan Scantrust.

Ravi Shankar, Pengurus Negara Motul Malaysia, menekankan tema acara “Accelerate as One” dan matlamat Motul untuk membina komuniti yang kukuh di kalangan pelanggan. Beliau bercakap mengenai fokus Motul untuk berkembang dan menjadi pilihan utama minyak pelincir sintetik di Malaysia.

Sebagai penaja utama, logo Motul tertera pada kesemua 17 kereta, menunjukkan sokongan padu mereka. Mazryianto Bin Mahadzir dari Yano Auto Parts dan Bryan Chan dari Promote Auto Care menghargai komitmen Motul untuk berkongsi pengetahuan dan mencipta nilai untuk pelanggan.

Carlo Savoca, Ketua Pegawai Pemasaran Motul Asia Pasifik, bercakap tentang keterujaan Motul untuk menyokong lebih banyak acara sukan permotoran di Asia Tenggara, berkata sukan permotoran adalah penting untuk membangunkan produk baharu.

Ketika Motul 12 Jam Sepang berakhir, Motul tidak sabar-sabar untuk terus berinovasi dan bekerjasama dengan industri kereta Malaysia, mengukuhkan diri mereka sebagai peneraju dalam industri.

Motul 12 Hours of Sepang: A Deep-Rooted Dedication to Motorsports

Motul Asia Pacific recently excited the motorsports world with its exhilarating showcase of speed, skill, and endurance at the Motul 12 Hours of Sepang endurance race, held at the Sepang International Circuit from March 15th to 16th, 2023. Stepping up from being the official Lubricant Partner to Title Sponsor for the second consecutive year, Motul solidified its commitment to Malaysia’s dynamic automotive community while demonstrating its deep-rooted dedication to motorsports.

The event brought together 17 teams comprising Asia’s finest drivers across three categories, pushing their limits in the challenging Asian climate. Motul’s sponsorship not only underscored its passion for motorsports but also highlighted its support for Malaysia’s automotive enthusiasts and professionals.

Motul curated exclusive engagement activities for over 170 key customers, offering pit tours with the Malaysia-based Viper Niza Racing team and technical training sessions comparing track and road products. A highlight was the presentation on Motul’s innovative CACE (Chemical, Additive, Care, and Essential) product range, showcasing the brand’s cutting-edge capabilities. Additionally, a presentation by Scantrust highlighted Motul’s commitment to product traceability and anti-counterfeit measures.

Ravi Shankar, Motul Malaysia’s Country Manager, emphasised the event’s theme “Accelerate as One” and Motul’s dedication to fostering a sense of community among customers. He reiterated Motul’s focus on growth and becoming the preferred choice for synthetic lubricant oil in Malaysia.

As the title sponsor, Motul’s logo adorned all 17 cars, reinforcing the brand’s strong presence and support. Mazryianto Bin Mahadzir from Yano Auto Parts and Bryan Chan from Promote Auto Care expressed gratitude for Motul’s commitment to knowledge sharing and customer value creation.

Carlo Savoca, Motul Asia Pacific’s Chief Marketing Officer, shared Motul’s optimism towards supporting more motorsports events in Southeast Asia, highlighting motorsports as a crucial platform for innovative product development.

As the Motul 12 Hours of Sepang concluded, Motul looks forward to continuing its journey of innovation, excellence, and collaboration within Malaysia’s automotive landscape, cementing its position as a driving force in the industry.

R&B Racing Menjuarai dalam Motul 12 Jam Sepang 2024

R&B Racing sekali lagi menunjukkan kekuatan mereka dalam perlumbaan endurance dengan memenangi Motul 12 Hours 2024 Sepang. Pasukan China, yang terkenal dengan kemenangan mereka sebelum ini dalam Shanghai 8 Jam pada 2023, mempamerkan kemahiran dan keazaman yang mengagumkan.

Walaupun menghadapi cabaran awal yang menyebabkan mereka ketinggalan, pasukan R&B Racing Porsche 911 GT3 R #44, yang dianggotai oleh Yuan Bo, Lu Wei dan Ye Honghi, telah membuat kemunculan semula yang luar biasa dalam kelas GT3 Am. Mereka terus mendahului untuk baki perlumbaan, memastikan bukan sahaja kemenangan kelas tetapi juga kemenangan keseluruhan, membuktikan diri mereka sebagai pesaing yang kuat.

Dalam kategori GT3 Am, #71 Prime Speed Sport Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO II dan #777 Climax Racing Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II masing-masing menduduki tempat kedua dan ketiga, mempamerkan saingan yang kuat.

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R&B Racing Triumphs in the 2024 Motul 12 Hours of Sepang

R&B Racing has once again asserted their dominance in endurance racing, emerging victorious in the 2024 Motul 12 Hours of Sepang. The Chinese team, known for their previous triumph in the inaugural Shanghai 8 Hours in 2023, showcased unparalleled skill and determination on the track.

Despite facing initial setbacks that saw them drop down the order, the #44 R&B Racing Porsche 911 GT3 R crew, comprising Yuan Bo, Lu Wei, and Ye Honghi, staged an impressive comeback in the GT3 Am class. Holding onto the lead for the remainder of the race, they not only secured the class victory but also clinched the overall win, solidifying their status as formidable contenders.

In the GT3 Am category, the #71 Prime Speed Sport Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO II and the #777 Climax Racing Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II secured second and third place, respectively, showcasing intense competition throughout the field.

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Sepang Akan Naikkan Kadar Sewa Hingga 45% Mulai 1 April

Litar Antarabangsa Sepang (SIC) telah mengumumkan peningkatan besar dalam kadar sewa untuk Litar Antarabangsa Petronas Sepang, berkuat kuasa pada 1 April. Litar taraf FIA yang terkenal sebagai tuan rumah untuk acara seperti Grand Prix Petronas Malaysia akan menyaksikan peningkatan kadar sewa sehingga 45%, menekankan komitmen litar tersebut untuk mengekalkan standard tertinggi.

Seperti yang dilaporkan oleh NST, di bawah kad harga baru, sesi siang hari pada hari biasa akan mengalami peningkatan sebanyak 27%, meningkat dari RM55,000 kepada RM70,000. Kadar bagi sesi siang pada hujung minggu akan melihat kenaikan sebanyak 32%, bergerak dari RM60,500 kepada RM80,000. Sesi malam pada hari biasa akan mengalami peningkatan sebanyak 41%, dari RM55,000 kepada RM78,000, manakala sesi malam hujung minggu akan menghadapi peningkatan tertinggi sebanyak 45%, meningkat dari RM60,500 kepada RM88,000.

Kadar-kadar ini termasuk pegawai teknikal dan perubatan, perkhidmatan ambulans dan kereta bomba, pembersih, kakitangan keselamatan, dan akses kepada kemudahan yang berkaitan. CEO SIC, Azhan Shafriman Hanif, menekankan bahawa penyesuaian harga bertujuan untuk memastikan operasi berterusan litar pada standard tertinggi, menyokong penambahbaikan berterusan untuk pengalaman pelanggan yang lebih baik.

Keputusan untuk menaikkan kadar sewa ini dibuat setelah pertimbangan teliti terhadap peningkatan kos operasi dan penyelenggaraan. SIC menekankan komitmennya untuk memudahkan peralihan yang lancar bagi pelanggan dan pemegang saham, memberikan notis awal untuk kejelasan dan persediaan. Penyesuaian ini merupakan kenaikan harga sewa pertama sejak 2013, mencerminkan dedikasi litar tersebut untuk mengekalkan kemudahan dan perkhidmatan berkualiti dalam persekitaran perlumbaan yang sangat kompetitif.

Toyota GR Malaysia Sets Sights on Defending Title at 2023 Sepang Endurance Race

Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia is gearing up for the 2023 Sepang 1000 KM Endurance Race (S1K) with a focus on defending the overall title they secured the previous year. The team plans to enter a Toyota Vios in the MTC Class, with drivers Tengku Djan Ley Tengku Mahaleel and Naquib Azlan returning to the competition. Additionally, dealer team Wing Hin Motorsports will participate with two Toyota Yaris cars in the MTC Class, driven by Boy Wong and former Gazoo Racing Rookie Class driver Amer Harris.

The S1K event will also feature the third edition of the Gazoo Racing (GR) Vios Enduro Cup within the SP2 Class. This cup has gained popularity as a season finale for drivers already engaged in the GR Vios Challenge and GR Vios Sprint Cup. The GR Vios Enduro Cup attracts a diverse range of drivers, including teenagers, a father and son duo, a husband and wife team, and several female drivers.

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Toyota GR Malaysia Kembali Ke S1K; Menyambut Tahun Ketiga Piala Gazoo Racing Vios Enduro

Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia bersedia untuk menyertai Perlumbaan ‘Endurance’ Sepang 1000 KM (S1K) 2023, dengan matlamat mempertahankan gelaran keseluruhan yang mereka menangi pada tahun sebelumnya.

Pasukan ini akan menggunakan sebuah Toyota Vios dalam Kelas MTC, dengan Tengku Djan Ley Tengku Mahaleel dan Naquib Azlan kembali sebagai pemandu. Selain itu, dua kereta Toyota Yaris akan dimasukkan oleh pasukan peniaga Wing Hin Motorsports dalam Kelas MTC, yang akan dipandu oleh Boy Wong dan bekas pemandu Gazoo Racing Rookie Class, Amer Harris.

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BIKES: Ultimate Ducati Experience For Owners @ MotoGP 2018!

Ducati owners and Ducati Malaysia invited guests were given the “Ultimate Ducati Experience” of a lifetime at the Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Pix (Sepang GP) 2018 with a full line-up of exciting activities including a Meet and Greet session with the Ducati Corse team.

Invited guests and lucky Grandstand winners of the Ducati Ride and Win contest were star struck, grinning from ear to ear as they shook the hands of their idols; world class racers Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo during the Ducati Meet and Greet Session at the Ducati booth. Proudly donning the Ducati race suits, both Dovizioso and Lorenzo gave out their autographs and sincerely thanked their loyal fans for their support, and promised to do their best to achieve the best results possible for the final race.

Winners of the Desmo Race 2018, which was held earlier this year in July were also present at the exclusive Meet & Greet session and were given the opportunity to pose for a group photo with the Ducati Corse Team. The Desmo Race 2018 was hosted by the Desmo Owners Club Malaysia (DOCM), opened to all owners of the Ducati 848, Panigale 899 and 959, the 1098, 1198, Panigale 1199, 1299 and Panigale V4 to fully exploit the potential of their bike and for a taste of the adrenaline rush that comes with it.

Additionally, Ducati owners, business partners, Ducati Ride and Win winners and invited guests were given special rebates on Ducati apparel and merchandise at the Ducati Booth to complete the full Ducati experience at the MotoGP 2018. Earlier in October, Ducati Malaysia held the Ducati Ride and Win contest to give away free MotoGP 2018 Grandstand and Hillstand tickets.

The Ducati team has previously won five times at the Sepang International Circuit. Currently, Dovizioso and Lorenzo are both ranked at second (210 points) and ninth place (130 points) overall, with just two rounds remaining. The final 20-lap race is scheduled for Sunday afternoon. For more information, Ducati fans can visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DucatiMY/ or Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/ducati_my/.

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Sepang

Motul 12 Jam Sepang: Dedikasi Terhadap Sukan Permotoran

Motul 12 Hours of Sepang: A Deep-Rooted Dedication to Motorsports

R&B Racing Menjuarai dalam Motul 12 Jam Sepang 2024

R&B Racing Triumphs in the 2024 Motul 12 Hours of Sepang

Sepang Akan Naikkan Kadar Sewa Hingga 45% Mulai 1 April

Toyota GR Malaysia Sets Sights on Defending Title at 2023 Sepang Endurance Race

Toyota GR Malaysia Kembali Ke S1K; Menyambut Tahun Ketiga Piala Gazoo Racing Vios Enduro

BIKES: Ultimate Ducati Experience For Owners @ MotoGP 2018!

Sepang International Circuit gears up for 2016

Sepang International Circuit to close for upgrades

Motul 12 Jam Sepang: Dedikasi Terhadap Sukan Permotoran

Motul 12 Hours of Sepang: A Deep-Rooted Dedication to Motorsports

R&B Racing Menjuarai dalam Motul 12 Jam Sepang 2024

R&B Racing Triumphs in the 2024 Motul 12 Hours of Sepang

Sepang Akan Naikkan Kadar Sewa Hingga 45% Mulai 1 April

Toyota GR Malaysia Sets Sights on Defending Title at 2023 Sepang Endurance Race

Toyota GR Malaysia Kembali Ke S1K; Menyambut Tahun Ketiga Piala Gazoo Racing Vios Enduro

BIKES: Ultimate Ducati Experience For Owners @ MotoGP 2018!

Sepang International Circuit gears up for 2016

Sepang International Circuit to close for upgrades

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