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Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) has announced that the All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid has collectively recorded 2,500 bookings as of 8 June 2018. Of that, 757 units have been registered in just 4 weeks after its official launch.

In response to the overwhelming bookings, Christopher Tan, Sales and Marketing Director of ETCM said, “Bookings for the All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid has demonstrated the great acceptance of a hot new model from ETCM and we thank all our customers for their support. We will continue to deliver quality products; and at the same time, we are increasing our production to ensure that All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid are delivered on time to our valued customers.”

In commemorating this achievement, a key handover ceremony was held at ETCM Jalan Raja Laut in Kuala Lumpur for a proud owner of the All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid, En. Lokman Hakim Bin Mohamed Yusoff. Also present are Mr Christopher Tan, and Mr Vincent Wijnen, Vice President, Marketing and Sales, Asia and Oceania, Nissan Motor Asia Pacific Co., Ltd., to witness this special moment.

The All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid comes with new intelligent technologies and features that are thoughtful conveniences. Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM) features have been added to provide a more exciting, confident and connected drive which includes first in its class Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM), 4 cameras that provide a 360° bird’s-eye view of the vehicle for easier navigation. Intelligent Moving Object Detection (I-MOD) that detects moving objects surrounding the vehicle to alert the driver. Hands-Free Dual Power Sliding Doors that operate by a simple quick kick below the door to open or close. You can read our drive report and watch our video here.

7 USB-Powered Ports for each passenger’s electronic device charging needs. Dual Back Door that can be opened easily even in tight parking spaces. 6 SRS Airbags that comes standard in the All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid, as well as other safety features.

Additionally, customers can also enjoy the “Best Deal Ever 0% GST” campaign, offering GST at 0% plus Duit Raya Savings which translates to an On-The-Road price  without insurance of RM135,195.59 for the Premium Highway Star and RM123,874.84 for the Highway Star (Peninsular Malaysia), in the month of June 2018.

Test drive the All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid, the No.1 MPV in Japan* at Nissan Test Drive Carnival held at selected Nissan showrooms nationwide.

Dates and venues are listed here:

Date Region Venue
8 – 9 June Northern ETCM Alor Setar
9 – 10 June Northern ETCM Butterworth
Northern ETCM Ipoh
Central ETCM Petaling Jaya
Central ETCM Cheras
Southern ETCM Johor Jaya
Southern ETCM Seremban
Southern ETCM Semabok
Sarawak ETCM Kuching
Sabah ETCM Kota Kinabalu
23 – 24 June Northern ETCM Bayan Lepas
Central ETCM Glenmarie
Central ETCM Puchong
Southern ETCM Batu Pahat
Sarawak ETCM Miri
Sabah ETCM Sandakan

For more information, visit www.nissan.com.my or call ETCM’s Nissan Customer Care Centre at 1800-88-3838.

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) hasannounced that a special batch of 3-door Golf R units is now open for booking. The very exclusive 3-door Golf R is limited to only 10 units in Malaysia, and is offered in Lapiz Blue. The 3-door Golf R is priced at RM268,888 (before registration).

Similar to its 5-door sibling, the 3-door Golf R comes with a new 2.0TSI turbocharged engine and a 7-speed wet clutch direct shift gearbox (DSG), giving an impressive output of 290PS and a torque of 380Nm between 2,000 to 5,400rpm transferred via 4MOTION all-wheel drive system. The Golf R comes with the R ‘Vienna’ perforated leather seats, 19” Pretoria alloy wheels, 12.3” Active Info Display, 9.2” Discover Pro with App-Connect with Gesture Control, LED headlights with Dynamic Cornering Lights, LED taillights with Dynamic Indicators, and progressive steering.

However, the 3-door Golf R is not offered with KESSY keyless locking and engine starting system, exterior mirror memory function and power-adjustable driver seat. Erik Winter, Managing Director of VPCM said that the Golf R is one of the most desirable Volkswagen models of all time, and the availability of the 3-door Golf R should have fans excited. “This truly is an opportunity for enthusiasts to be part of something special, as the 3-door Golf R is a rare beast here in Malaysia. With such a cult following, we are confident that all 10 units will be sold very quickly” he said.

VPCM also announced the new pricing of their cars, following the announcement of 0% GST starting from 1st June 2018.

The Managing Director of VPCM, Erik Winter encouraged owners whose Volkswagen cars are due for their service to make an appointment at their respective service centres and to take advantage of the 0% tax holiday. “Our commitment to our customers extends to our efforts in maintaining a strong level of transparency when it comes to owning a Volkswagen car, hence the availability of the service pricing guide,” he added.

VPCM is continuously working on enhancing the ownership experience, and part of this initiative was the introduction of the 3-year free maintenance program in early 2018, in addition to the 5-year manufacturer’s warranty and 5-year roadside assistance offered on all Volkswagen models.

For a comprehensive list of the service pricing guide, visit: https://www.volkswagen.com.my/my-vw/service-maintenance-schedule.

For the full range of VW models sold in Malaysia and their price & specs, click this: https://www.volkswagen.com.my/models/models

TCEC, the sole franchise holder for Renault vehicles in Malaysia recently announced the three winners from the second-round draw of the Renault ‘Buy & Win’ contest. Teoh Hsiao Lin who purchased the Renault Fluence, as well as Ng Ai Jing and Lee Siew Wah who both got the Renault Captur (below), drove away with RM1,500 worth of travel vouchers each.

 

Through the Renault ‘Buy & Win’ contest, customers who purchase any Renault model within the campaign period stand to win attractive prizes. The contest is now in its final round with three more holiday prizes to be won. The grand prize of a Renault Twizy (below, left) full-electric vehicle worth RM86,800 is also still up for grabs.

The final draw for the remaining prizes including the Renault Twizy will be held concurrently in July, after the campaign ends on 30 June 2018. Winners will be notified by phone and an official notification letter will also be sent to their mailing address.

“I had test driven several models from other brands before trying out the Renault Captur and I really liked how it feels on the road. It also won me over with its attractive two-toned colours. The seven-inch touchscreen with all its functions met my expectations and more importantly, with local assembly it was within budget and I know spare parts will be easily available,” said Ng Ai Jing (above).

Teoh Hsiao Lin (top, main image), who won from her purchase of the Renault Fluence (above) cited “spaciousness and comfort” as the main reasons for her decision. “I fell in love with the car when I took it for a test drive and my mind was made up,” she added.

For more information about Renault in Malaysia, please visit www.renault.com.my or www.facebook.com/RenaultMalaysia.

Weststar Maxus, the sole distributor for the Maxus range of vehicles in Malaysia, has announced a bounty of attractive deals for Malaysians looking at luxury class family vehicles during the Ramadan and Hari Raya season up to 31 July. Also, as part of its campaign, all Weststar Maxus branches are offering customers an opportunity to trade their existing MPV for a brand new Maxus G10. “We offer the highest trade-in value compared to the market standard and other used car dealers,” confirms Tan Sri Syed Azman Syed Ibrahim, Group Managing Director, the Weststar Group. “It is an excellent deal for families looking for a ‘people mover’ that can easily accommodate 10 people.”

As an extension of its campaign, Weststar Maxus is now offering a five-year warranty (up to 120,000 km mileage) with two years free servicing covering parts and labour for new Maxus G10 customers. The warranty, based on positive market response, is aligned to the current market practice. “We’re making a great leap forward to become a mainstream player in Malaysia,” says Tan Sri Syed Azman. “Our goal is to build an extensive network throughout the country and offering services competitive with other leading industry players.”

Weststar Maxus has opened two new 3S (Sales, Service and Spare Parts) showrooms in Plentong, Johor Bharu and Bukit Mertajam, Penang, to serve its Southern and Northern customers. In the Central region, the Weststar Maxus Parts Centre based in Klang will operate 12 hours daily to ensure a fast turnaround and delivery time. There are also two new showrooms in Bangsar and Kota Bharu. To accelerate its marketing push, Weststar-Maxus has engaged a celebrity family – Awal Ashaari, Scha Alyahya and Lara Alana – as Maxus G10 brand ambassadors. The trio, famously known as “Schawalara”, are scheduled to share their Maxus G10 experience with their social media followers.

“The public image as a young, on-the-go family fits in perfectly with our brand proposition,” notes Tan Sri Syed Azman. “With more than 19 million followers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, the celebrity family ranks as the most popular family in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei.”

 

Weststar-Maxus plans to feature the family in its future advertising campaigns and a series of videos.

Awal is a well-known television presenter and actor while Scha is a popular actress, television host and model. Their daughter Lara is a reality television star and an Instagram sensation with four million followers, with the highest social media following for children under 13 years of age.

Weststar Maxus will also continue to offer the Maxus G10 and V80 commercial vehicles with zero percent GST pending the implementation of the Sales and Services Tax (SST) by the Government.

 

(Published as received, 4th June 2018)

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) the distributor of Toyota and Lexus Vehicles in Malaysia announced its support today towards the government’s seriousness in handling the Takata Airbag replacement issue.

Understanding the urgency of the situation, the Minister of Transport, YB Anthony Loke, has instructed Road Transport Department (JPJ) offices not to allow the renewal of roadtax if a vehicle has not had the affected module replaced.

The replacement of the Takata SRS airbag system’s inflator module is necessary because of propellant degradation within the module which can cause the airbag to break up when inflating. This may result in sharp metal pieces being sprayed towards the driver and/or front passenger, causing serious injuries or even death. The defect affects millions of vehicles worldwide made over the past 15 years by many different vehicle manufacturers.

“Since 2013, Toyota Motor Corporation has been actively addressing this issue. The affected vehicles have been identified and distributors worldwide have been informed to initiate Special Service Campaigns. During these campaigns, the airbag inflator modules have been replaced at no charge to the owners,” explained Mr. Akio Takeyama, Deputy Chairman of UMW Toyota Motor.

UMWT has reported a high completion rate of 91% for Lexus vehicles that are below 3 years old and 53% for Toyota vehicles that are below 6 years old for the replacement of the inflator modules. It urges owners of older Toyota and Lexus vehicles to come forward to have the affected airbag inflator modules replaced quickly. The vehicle range for affected Toyota vehicles are from 2001–2014 and 2007-2016 for affected Lexus vehicles.

UMWT further assures its customers that efforts have been made to request owners to bring their vehicles to authorised service centres for the free replacement of the module and notification letters have been sent to owners based on their contact details in its database.

“Safety is our highest priority and we have made every effort to contact owners through various means. We are grateful to the Transport Minister for his concern and will fully support this initiative,” said Mr. Ravindran K., President of UMW Toyota Motor.

UMWT urges any concerned parties and customers who have queries regarding this matter to contact them where full support will be given so that there will be no issues with regards to road tax renewals pertaining to non-airbag replacements.

Toyota also has created a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) checker on its website toyota.com.my to allow Toyota owners to check if their vehicles are involved in any special service campaign including the Takata airbag inflator module replacement. Affected customers will have to provide their contact details to enable an aftersales representative to contact them with arrangements for the replacement of the affected inflator module.

Besides the online checker, Toyota owners can also find out about any other ongoing Special Service Campaigns by calling the Toyota free-phone at 1800-8-TOYOTA (869682).

The Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 (KLIMS’18), organised by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), is making its 9th presentation from 23 November to 2 December 2018 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Center (MITEC).

MAA has launched the groundwork for the most significant motor show in the country. Themed “Beyond Mobility”, preparations are underway for auto marques to showcase their exhilarating automobiles and promote their R&D achievements and visions at KLIMS’18. One of the highlights of the motor show is the electrification of cars as the global automotive industry calibrates to changing energy, environmental, and safety influences.

Datuk Aishah Ahmad, President of MAA said “The automotive industry is a revolution in motion. Technological advancement and innovative initiatives of the world’s brands are powering a mobility phenomenon that have changed the way a car drives. Consumers are also demanding better user experience, safety features and energy efficient vehicles on their powertrains.”

Honda Malaysia is participating in KLIMS’18 with the focus on Next Generation Advanced Technology. Toichi Ishiyama, MD and CEO of Honda Malaysia, said “KLIMS’18 is a great platform to showcase our advanced engineering and future vision in Malaysia. We are proud to be the pioneer in bringing hybrid into the Malaysia market and followed by Sport Hybrid where Malaysia is the only country outside Japan to introduce it. Honda Malaysia is the first Japanese mass market manufacturer to introduce the Turbo engine and we have further thrilled the market with the World’s Fastest Front-Wheel-Drive production car, Civic Type R. Not only these, Honda has also introduced the Next Generation Advanced Safety Technology, Honda SENSING to the Malaysian market.”

Toichi Ishiyama added, “Honda will further excite the Malaysia market with our Advanced Technology innovation as we strive to provide the joy and freedom of mobility to everyone. We are committed to produce vehicles that are fun-to-drive, environmentally friendly and class-leading safety technology. Honda assures that it is not going to be just about the vehicles, but the advanced technology beyond it.”

Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh, President and Chief Executive Officer of Perodua, said “As Malaysia’s No 1 Energy-Efficient Vehicle (EEV) manufacturer, Perodua will be highlighting its technologies in this area at KLIMS’18, as well as displaying vehicle trends designed to excite the young as well as the young-at-heart. There will be something for everybody!”

Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh, added “Perodua will be showcasing a host of vehicles and technologies that extend beyond the vehicles themselves to suit modern lifestyles and global trends. People are at the heart of everything we do at Perodua. All our KLIMS’18 displays are directly geared towards the needs, wants and aspirations of the public.”

Datuk Aishah Ahmad (above) further commented “KLIMS’18 is a platform to gather key industry players to advance the automotive market in Malaysia. Sustainable mobility can be realised through a collaborative approach between auto-makers, fuel companies, associated industries, end users and regulators. We should pursue an automotive market in Malaysia that is beneficial for personal mobility and the economic prosperity that vehicles bring, while minimising the impact to the environment.”

According to the “Global Electric Vehicle Market Outlook 2018,” available on Reportbuyer, the electric vehicle market has a market potential of about 25 million units sold by 2025 and more than 400 models will be made available. In 2017, it has reached the 1.2 million sales mark with more than 165 models available for sale.

For more information on KLIMS’18, visit website www.klims.com.my, or contact Trade-Link Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd at Tel:+603-7842 9863 or E-mail info@trade-link-group.com

Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 Information

Organiser                       : Malaysian Automotive Association

Show Manager               : Trade-Link Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd

Exhibition Dates             : 23 November – 02 December 2018

Venue                                : MITEC – Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre

Website                          : www.klims.com.my

Social Media                 : Facebook www.facebook.com/klims.com.my

Instagram                      : www.instagram.com/klims.com.my

Twitter www.twitter.com/klims_my

Hashtags                       : #KLIMS2018 #BeyondMobility

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