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Honda Malaysia prepares for the New Normal at dealerships

COVID-19 isn’t going to disappear from our lives so quickly. Like many other diseases, it may have diminished presence but it will still be around and still infect people. In fact, few known diseases have been completely eradicated, smallpox being one of them in 1980. Thanks to medical advances and vaccines, we are better protected against diseases, even if we may not be totally immune to them.

Medical experts now suggest that we prepare to ‘live with COVID-19’ and that means continuing with most of the precautions that we have been practicing over the past year. You should know them by now – temperature scanning, social distancing, frequent washing of hands, and using facemasks in crowded areas.

In the business world, companies will also have to adjust to the New Normal and Honda Malaysia is taking a proactive step with a campaign to provide customers and associates with added confidence and safety assurance at its authorized nationwide. The campaign, known as ‘I’m Vaccinated’ ensures that only those who have completed their vaccination doses will be allowed to be on duty at the dealerships.

The company and its dealers are committed to ensuring that all the associates are getting their vaccination in a timely manner. To date, 80% of dealer associates in the country have been fully vaccinated and by October 2021, all of them should be vaccinated.

“We are thankful that our car production has resumed operations and Honda dealerships can carry out sales and aftersales services to serve our customers. Under the “I’m Vaccinated” campaign which kicks off this month at all our dealerships nationwide, our dealer associates who are fully vaccinated and have passed 14 days from the date of their second dose will be provided with a badge and facemask that have a specially-designed ‘I Am Fully Vaccinated’ logo for easy identification,” said Honda Malaysia’s Managing Director & CEO, Madoka Chujo

“We will not take the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) lightly and will continue to strictly follow all the necessary preventive and precautionary measures that we have been practicing since the emergence of COVID-19 in Malaysia,” she assured.

*Dealership premises will be sanitised and disinfected on a routine and frequent basis.*

“We believe this initiative can help to boost customer confidence during interactions with Honda dealer associates by showing that we are ready to meet and serve the customers in a safe environment as well as providing them peace of mind while being present at the dealerships. We also hope to encourage more people to get vaccinated, in addition to adhering to the SOPs at all times. Through this effort, it will not only protect themselves, but also to help the country to achieve its herd immunity as soon as possible,” Ms. Chujo added.

In addition to safeguarding the safety of the customers and Honda dealer associates, the company will continue to ensure that the sanitisation and disinfection of all premises are undertaken on a routine and frequent basis at all its dealerships.

In connection with the resumption of sales activities, Honda Malaysia has initiated the ‘Government Staff Program’, an exclusive programme for government employees (including those in government-linked companies) and their spouses. The program, which is on until October 31, 2021, offers special discounts worth up to RM1,000 on top of the monthly promotion for the 7-Seater BR-V model.

*Government employees and those in GLCs can purchase a new BR-V with a special discount.*

For all customers, there is also a ‘September Special Benefits’ promotion throughout this month in conjunction with the Malaysia Day celebration. This promotion offers rewards worth up to RM6,000 and, of course, there is still the exemption of sales tax until the end of the year as well.

To know more about Honda products and services or to locate an authorized Honda dealer in Malaysia, visit www.honda.com.my.

New Honda models to be launched in Malaysia before year-end

Vaccination does not make you immune to COVID-19 infection. You can still get infected but may not show symptoms and can spread the coronavirus to others. Do not stop taking protective measures such as wearing a facemask, washing hands frequently and social distancing.

Workforce of the two Malaysian carmakers vaccinated via PIKAS

PIKAS (Program Imunisasi Industri COVID-19 Kerjasama Awam-Swasta), the public-private partnership immunisation program for employees in the manufacturing sector, has been helping speed up vaccination of the Malaysian population. The large workforces of both Malaysian carmakers – Perodua and Proton – as well as those in businesses associated with them have receive vaccinations over the past weeks.

Proton reports that, following the second round of vaccinations last week, over 86% of its 8,486 employees are now fully vaccinated for protection against COVID-19 infection. The number is expected to increase over the coming weeks as 98% have already received their first dose, in line with the company’s aim to achieve herd immunity in its chain of operations.

As with the first round of vaccinations, the sports complex at the company’s Tanjung Malim plant in Perak was repurposed as an industry vaccine dispensing centre, catering for staff and vendors in the area, while those based in Shah Alam went to the Shah Alam Convention Centre in Selangor.

“PROTON is pleased to announce our PIKAS vaccination programme has been a resounding success. There are more than 60,000 people in our business ecosystem, including staff from vendors and dealers, so we are thankful to MITI, MOSTI and the Ministry of Health for their guidance to coordinate such a mammoth task and ensuring everyone registered on MySejahtera has been given the vaccine,” said Dr Li Chunrong, CEO of Proton.

80% already received one dose
“We estimate more than 80% of our operations chain would have received at least one dose of the vaccine by the end of August and this helps to ensure Proton is able to hit the ground running once the automotive industry is given the greenlight to resume operations nationwide,” he added.

To prepare for resumption of business activities, the carmaker has relooked at its business procedures to reduce the likelihood of infections being spread. Procedures at retail operations have been further tightened to protect customers and staff alike while production processes at all the plants have been scrutinised for any possible risk of infection to both downstream and upstream operations.

“Proton is committed to helping Malaysia lower the number of COVID-19 infections to quickly achieve the milestones in the National Recovery Plan. We have created new processes in all areas, from our production lines to our corporate offices, ensuring a new and safer work environment. It also means strict new rules will be enforced throughout the company and measures such as virtual meetings and splitting work between home and the office will be the norm for the near future,” Dr. Li said.

Perodua employees and suppliers vaccinated
At Perodua too, PIKAS has been used to organise a vaccination exercise for the employees and suppliers. Some 13,000 Perodua employees and suppliers have received the first dose of the vaccine at the Perodua Vaccination Centre since the end of July.

The vaccination facility is within the Perodua manufacturing complex in Sg. Choh, Selangor. Besides maintaining a high level of hygienic cleanliness by daily sanitization, there are also strict security checks at the main entrance to control movements so that there is no crowding.

Perodua’s initiative will not only prepare its workforce for the time when operations are allowed to resume but also contribute to ensuring protection against COVID-19 infection for a large proportion of the people in the Hulu Selangor district where the carmaker’s headquarters and factories are located.

Tan Chong Motor Holdings organises in-house vaccination programme for employees

The National Vaccination Program in Malaysia is free of charge.

52% drop in new Honda vehicle sales in Malaysia from May to July year-on-year

Honda Malaysia reports that the ongoing restrictions of the Full Movement Control Order (FMCO) have impacted its business significantly, with sales of new vehicles falling by 52% during the May to July 2021 (compared to the same period in 2020). In compliance with government orders, the Company has suspended its business operations. These include closures of showrooms, its marketing and sales office as well as the assembly plant in Pegoh, Melaka.

However, aftersales services are allowed to operate at selected authorised Honda dealerships nationwide. Conditions for operations are that only minimal manpower is allowed and appointments must be made in advance. The HondaTouch app provides an easy way to make an appointment. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) must also be observed and customers can only go to a service centre if it is within 10 kms of their home.

*Showrooms cannot conduct business activities but selected authorised service centres (below) are permitted to provide aftersales support and emergency assistance.*

Only 5,700 units sold in 3 months

“With only certain aftersales services allowed and sales and manufacturing operations halted, it is no surprise that sales have plunged. Honda Malaysia saw a decline of 52% in car sales for the year-on-year period of May to July 2021. We sold about 5,700 units in this period compared to close to 12,000 units sold in the same period last year when the country was under a Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) and then Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO),” said Madoka Chujo, Honda Malaysia’s Managing Director and CEO.

She added that the company fully supports the Malaysian government’s efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19 by adhering to the restrictions. However, there is concern that a ‘domino effect’ is occurring on all 101 authorised dealers who face financial difficulties. There is the uncertainty of employment for sales and service advisors as well as other staff. The sales advisors, especially, have been severely affected as their income is largely dependent on commissions earned through vehicle sales.

Salespeople in car companies are especially affected since much of their income comes from commissions for new vehicle sales. Right now, they can’t do any selling activities as showrooms remain closed.

Helping Honda associates

“Honda Malaysia understands the hardship that the dealers and Honda associates are going through, and hence, the company is trying to do its best to assist them during the difficult times. One of the efforts is by registering Honda associates under the Public-Private Partnership Industrial COVID-19 Immunisation Programme (PIKAS) to expedite the country’s rate of vaccination,” she said.

The company targets to achieve 100% of first dose vaccination for all its associates by mid-August 2021. As Malaysia has one of the world’s fastest vaccination rates, the company hopes to achieve its vaccination target and subsequently the nationwide vaccination programme will help create a safer environment for Malaysians. “Honda Malaysia is appreciative of the hard work of all the frontliners who have been working tirelessly to help fight the pandemic,” Ms. Chujo added.

*The Honda Malaysia assembly plant in Melaka is presently shut down in compliance with the FMCO.*

Effect on local suppliers too

She also revealed that the prolonged business closure has impacted Honda Malaysia’s new model production due to no testing conducted in the manufacturing facility. Furthermore, the company’s supply chain and export of parts are also affected.

“The automotive industry supports a wide network of local components and parts suppliers that comprises a few tiers. These suppliers might not be able to sustain their operations and this will subsequently affect the overall supply chain. The current extended lockdown and no visibility on business resumption timeframe have impacted planning and overall investment of the automotive marques,” she explained.

Honda Malaysia hopes that early resumption of the automotive sector activities will be possible under strict SOPs and guidelines set by the government. This can avoid the long-term impact such as retrenchment of employees and can help to prevent potential business closures among the supply chain.

Honda Malaysia and its suppliers distribute essential goods to 6 charity homes

Tan Chong Motor Holdings organises in-house vaccination programme for employees

The National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK) is intended to vaccinate a large proportion of the Malaysian population in order to achieve ‘herd immunity’ as well as provide better resistance against the serious effects of COVID-19 infection. The government is funding the programme which the private sector also supports.

With the increasing daily number of administered COVID-19 vaccine doses nationwide, Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad (TCMH) has initiated engagements under various vaccination programmes including the Public-Private Partnership COVID-19 Industry Immunisation Programme (PIKAS), a vaccination programme by MITI for employees in the manufacturing sector.

Aiming for fully vaccinated workforce
TCMH has organized its COVID-19 Vaccination Programme for all its employees nationwide who may not have received their vaccinations through the mySejahtera channel. To date, 70% of the company’s employees have confirmed appointments or have been vaccinated (some already completing their second dose). The programme, which starts this month, includes family members of employees and the vaccinations are done at local clinics or at the company’s premises throughout the country.

“In our shared fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of our colleagues, customers and surrounding communities remain our top priority. The Group has been regularly communicating the importance to maintain and observe health and safety protocols to avoid any resurgence of the virus. With this vaccination programme, we hope to achieve a fully vaccinated workforce by the end of September and hence protecting them so that they can return to work safely when permitted,” said Daniel Ho, Group CEO of Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad.

The efforts of TCMH will help meet the immunisation target set by the government which is for all adults in Malaysia to be fully vaccinated by October 2021.

Edaran Tan Chong Motor’s Nissan showrooms continue to remain closed with the ongoing Movement Control Order. However, the public can still obtain information and even make a booking at the Nissan Online Showroom.

TCMH, which has the major part of its business activities in the auto sector, has been enduring the consequences arising from stoppages of the automotive factories, workshops, and distribution centres due to the ongoing Movement Control Order. Hopefully, with its workforce fully vaccinated, it can be allowed to resume its activities while adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures.

Edaran Tan Chong Motor opens Nissan Flagship Store on Lazada

PLUS headquarters selected as Integrated Public Vaccination Centre

Getting as much of the population vaccinated to help reduce the severity of COVID-19 infection is a priority. The effort is being carried out by the government as well as the private sector, which is providing areas to set up vaccination centres. One such company is PLUS Malaysia Berhad which has established an Integrated Public Vaccination Centre (PPV).

The IPVC has been set up in partnership with its medical advisory partner, Primer Cherang, together with Protech Health, the implementer of private medical practitioner and healthcare NGO participation in the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK). The IPVC is at the PLUS HQ situated near the Subang exit off the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) in Selangor. The facility can inoculate up to 2,000 persons per day.

One of 14 public immunisation venues

The COVID-19 Immunization Task Force (CITF) has selected the PLUS HQ as one of the 14 public immunisation venues to accelerate the dispensing of vaccines through Operation Surge Capacity. This will ensure that all adults will receive at least one dose of the vaccine by August 1 and help flatten the infection curve.

“As of Sunday, July 25, PICK has reported that over 16 million doses comprising first and second doses have been administered, of which11.5 million of our population has received their first dose and over 5.4 million are fully vaccinated with two doses. Based on this data, PLUS is proud to be able to play its part in helping the country to ramp up its immunisation numbers. The sooner we are able to attain the target to allow us to enter Phase 4 of the National Recovery Plan, the sooner the economy can improve, and businesses can revive,” said Datuk Azman Ismail, Managing Director of PLUS.

“I urge you to regularly check your MySejahtera updates and who knows, you may be visiting our Persada PLUS HQ soon. In the meantime, continue to adhere to SOPS if you must be out and about; if not, it would be best to work from home where possible until you are fully inoculated. Hopefully by then, as the government has indicated, you may get to travel on our highways again,” he added.

The participation also provides the opportunity for the employees of PLUS to be part of something meaningful and historical. Warga PLUS will join as volunteers and assist the 150 health personnel from Primer Cherang and Protect Health.

PLUS customers now have PUTRI to help them with their enquiries

Perodua provides two cars for shuttle services at MAEPS quarantine centre

The War on COVID-19 involves everyone – in fact, it is a global fight – and many companies are helping in various ways. Those with resources like factories have used their manufacturing facilities to produce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) instead of their usual products. Carmakers, with lots of cars available, have also provided vehicles for use by healthcare personnel to get around and do their important work.

Recently, Perodua provided an Aruz and a Bezza to the Pusat Kuarantin dan Rawatan COVID-19 Berisiko Rendah 2.0 (PKRC) at MAEPS, Serdang in Selangor. The facility is presently used as a quarantine centre for those infected with COVID-19. The cars were provided through Agensi Pengurusan Bencana Malaysia (NADMA) which is responsible for emergency management. They will be used to transport essential items sent by families or friends of those who are in quarantine.

Together with the cars, RM300 per month of petrol vouchers have been provided and the Malaysian carmaker also contributed 5 laptops for NADMA’s use.

Various other forms of support

This support follows many other contributions made to key public institutions nationwide, especially the frontliners. The contributions have been in cash and supplies to help in fighting the pandemic. For example, last month, Perodua contributed an additional RM80,000 worth of medical supplies to Hospital Sungai Buloh, a key medical facility that handles a large number of COVID-19 cases.

Perodua has also supplied face shields, manufactured by an associate company, to various organisations in Malaysia over the past year. The recipients have been schools, clinics, local government offices and councils, and even hawkers at markets in Perodua’s surrounding community.

*Perodua was among the companies that made a contribution to the NADMA COVID-19 Fund as the pandemic began in 2020.*

East Malaysia not forgotten

While a large proportion of Perodua’s sales are in Peninsular Malaysia, the carmaker does not also forget that the East Malaysian markets have also contribute to its ascent to being the No. 1 brand in the country. And like a good corporate citizen, the company has been giving back to the local community there.

As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities last year, it provided the Sabah Women and Children’s Hospital with a portable flexible videoscope set, while 250 underprivileged paediatric patients received contributions ranging from school supplies to prescription glasses. These contributions were a follow-up from an earlier initiative in 2018 which saw the contribution of two laryngoscope blade sets and 40 bed pillows, and toys for some 250 child patients.

Perodua contributes face shields to Hulu Selangor schools

RM80,000 of medical supplies from Perodua for Hospital Sg. Buloh

The war on COVID-19 has not ended and our dedicated frontliners continue the fight to protect us and save those who are infected. The hospitals continue to need medical supplies, a large portion of which has to be disposed daily as they are part of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) personnel must wear. At the same time, the hospitals also require other equipment for patients who may be undergoing intensive care or recovering.

Support for war on COVID-19
Perodua has always been supporting key public institutions nationwide in various ways, more so in the past year when it made major contributions in cash and supplies to help in fighting the pandemic. Recently, the Malaysian carmaker contributed an additional RM80,000 worth of medical supplies to Hospital Sungai Buloh, a key medical facility that handles a large number of COVID-19 cases.

The medical supplies included 5,000 face shields, wheelchairs equipped with safety belts, commode chairs, transfer boards, bed railings, rehabilitation chairs, walking frames, walking sticks and a therapy tilt table.

35,000 faceshields donated nationwide
The face shields, manufactured by an associate company of Perodua, were also contributed to various organisations in Malaysia over the past year. The latest contribution brings the total number to 35,000 pieces. Recipients of the face shields have been schools, clinics, local government offices and councils, and even hawkers at markets in Perodua’s surrounding community.

“We will continue to communicate with key public institutions to see where Perodua may contribute strategically in supporting the nation. We thank and salute our brave men and women who work tirelessly to serve us all,” said Perodua’s President & CEO, Dato’ Zainal Abidin Ahmad.

To know more about Perodua’s CSR activities, visit www.perodua.com.my .

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2021 Tokyo Motorshow cancelled, next one may be in 2022 or 2023

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The 2020 Geneva Motorshow was the first motorshow ‘casualty’ of the COVID-19 pandemic. Just days before it was due to open, the organizers were forced to cancel it when the Swiss government banned gatherings of more than 1,000 people. Thereafter, other similar events had to be cancelled as the pandemic swept the globe, forcing manufacturers with new models to launch to use online channels.

The pandemic continues and though vaccines are now available, the numbers still grow in some countries. Organizers of motorshows have been hopeful that they can run their events again this year and some, like those in Thailand and China, have actually done so. However, the changed circumstances have also forced manufacturers and exhibitors to review their activities and with tighter budgets, the high cost of participating at a motorshow may no longer be acceptable.

First cancellation since 1954
For the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), organizers of the Tokyo Motorshow which has been run since 1954, the seriousness of the pandemic in Japan has led them to make a decision that they should not run the event this year. It will be the first time in the history of the Tokyo Motorshow that it has not been run, with the last one being in 2019. Even in the late 2000s, when participation dropped, the motorshow was still held although its venue changed to a smaller one closer to Tokyo.

“The Tokyo Motor Show is being canceled, not delayed. It’s difficult to hold the event in a way in which many people will be able to experience the appeal of mobility in a safe and secure environment,” said Akio Toyoda, Chairman of JAMA, at a JAMA news briefing.

*The next Tokyo Motorshow may have an expanded scope to showcase not only new vehicles but also mobility solutions and issues.*

Broader scope in future
Mr. Toyoda suggested that the event could be run again in 2022 or 2023 but it would likely have a different scope, showcasing not just new vehicles and future designs but also mobility solutions. Mr. Toyoda, who is also President of Toyota Motor Corporation, said that it might even be called the ‘Tokyo Mobility Show’.

He ruled out the possibility of an online motorshow, explaining that ‘we would like to prioritize having visitors experience these vehicles in the real world, and we would rather hold the event in the real world, not virtually.’

*A display at one of the Tokyo Motorshows in the 1950s.*

The Tokyo Motorshow has been one of the global motorshows held annual in its first 20 years, and then every two years from 1973 onwards. Its floor area grew from 15,000 square metres in its first year to over 211,000 square metres when it was at the Makuhari Messe complex near Tokyo Disneyland.

Even in its first year, there were over 250 vehicles displayed, with the highest number being around 1,000 vehicles in 1985. In 1995, it had the highest number of companies participating (361) but in the years that followed, the number began to fall. By the 2011 event, in view of the reduced number of exhibitors, the organizers made the decision to move to a smaller site at Tokyo Big Sight along Tokyo Bay. As for visitor numbers, the highest was about 2 million in 1991. The 2019 show seemed to show interest renewing in the event as 1.3 million people attended, 69% more than the 2017 event.

The other motorshows
Due to the financial consequences of the cancellation of Geneva Motorshow in 2020, the organizers decided not to have an event in 2021. It was pointless anyway as a majority of exhibitors expressed unwillingness to participate and indicated they would prefer to do so in 2022.

*Frankfurt Motorshow has been one of the major motorshows which is on every two years, alternating with the Paris Motorshow.*

In America, the 2021 North American International Auto Show was not held at its traditional time at the beginning of the year. Instead, the organisers now say that the ‘reimagined indoor and outdoor show’, originally planned for mid-2021, will be held at the end of September. The new month is to become permanent, moving forward.

Earlier in the year, the Frankfurt motorshow organizers said there will be no motorshow this year, at least in Frankfurt. Like the Tokyo Motorshow, Frankfurt has been run every two years and alternates with the motorshow in Paris (which was cancelled last year). There are hopes that a motorshow in Germany could be held in another city but given the uncertainty of the pandemic, nothing is being decided.

Roadtax renewals at post offices suspended, lane closures on Penang Bridge

Post offices around the country have suspended services for the renewal of Motor Vehicle Licenses (road tax) for private vehicles. Pos Malaysia said this suspension will be in effect from today until March 31, 2021, following the directive issued by the Road Transport Department (JPJ).

However, it will still be possible to renew driving licences and obtain vehicle insurance coverage at post office counters throughout the country.

The suspension should not be a problem as the Transport Ministry has said that roadtax and also driving licence renewals need not be done while the Movement Control Order is in effect and until March 31, 2021. The renewals must be done within 30 days after the deferment period, which means by the end of April 2021.

While the roadtax need not be renewed until the end of April 2021, the vehicle must have valid insurance coverage. This is important for the protection of all road-users, besides being a legal requirement. The e-note from the insurance company should be kept with the vehicle for inspection by JPJ or police when requested.

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Penang Bridge situation
Meanwhile, PLUS Malaysia assures motorists that the Penang Bridge between the island and Butterworth is safe for use. The assurance comes following a TNB cable fire incident under the bridge yesterday. The fire was extinguished by 7.30 pm last night and there were no injuries arising from the incident. A second fire which occurred this morning at the same location was also extinguished.

To facilitate investigations, PLUS says that the right lanes on both sides will remain closed for a few days at the fire incident location which is at Km 3.2. It is possible that repair work could take up to 3 months, depending on the investigations.

*To reduce congestiion which will occur with less lanes on the Penang Bridge, it is recommended to use the second crossing further south.*

During the period of repair, efforts will be made to minimise traffic disruption, and work might only be carried out at night. In the meantime, PLUS encourages all road-users to cross at the Jambatan Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah (Second Penang Bridge) to reduce congestion caused by lane closures. The second crossing is located about 30 kms south of the Penang Bridge.

For real time Penang Bridge traffic updates and information, use the PLUS app which has a convenient Chatbot called PUTRI (PLUS Unique Texting Realtime Interface) available 24 hours a day.

Premium Volvo facemasks now available from authorised dealerships nationwide

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With the COVID-19 pandemic very much affecting our lives and the need to protect ourselves, much is being done by the corporate and commercial sector to help in various ways. In the local auto industry, some carmakers have used their production facilities to make Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for frontliners, which is much needed as it is one-time use equipment.

Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) has also been doing its part and last year, it rewarded Malaysians who pledged to practice social distancing, an important measure to reduce transmission of the virus. This year, it has collaborated with NanoTextile Sdn Bhd to produce an anti-microbial reusable facemask. The project was initiated to help single mothers while engaging with trained vocational graduates from GIATMARA and local artisans to help them earn a sustainable living during the pandemic.

A sustainability program
Commenting on the collaboration, Nalin Jain, MD of Volvo Car Malaysia, SAID: “The project helps the environment as many surgical masks are being disposed every day that leads to environmental pollution. With sustainability programs like this, we ensure the fabrics are always re-energized by using advanced technology.”

A study was conducted when designing the facemasks, providing insights into the concerns people have when wearing a surgical facemask. These are cost, waste, allergic reaction and sizing. NanoTextile has addressed these concerns with its facemasks which are made of 100% cotton, are soft and washable, and water-repellent. They have self-cleaning features on the inside and outside layer, allowing use after up to 100 gentle washes.

99.9% anti-bacterial efficacy
NanoTextile’s award-winning technology has anti-bacterial efficacy of more than 99.9% that is laboratory-tested. This prevents contamination of the fabric by viruses and bacteria and decreases the penetration of droplets in contact. The facemask has 5 more layers of protection using a PM 2.5 filter, tested to be 90% effective in viral particle filtration.

Consumers can purchase the facemask from all Volvo dealerships throughout Malaysia. They are available in Medium and Large sizes and with a choice of 3 colours as well as a Batik Tekap pattern. “Batik has always been a pride of our country and we at Volvo Car Malaysia do recognize and embrace local arts and culture, and sustaining our Batik heritage,” said Mr. Nalin.

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Honda Malaysia prepares for the New Normal at dealerships

Workforce of the two Malaysian carmakers vaccinated via PIKAS

52% drop in new Honda vehicle sales in Malaysia from May to July year-on-year

Tan Chong Motor Holdings organises in-house vaccination programme for employees

PLUS headquarters selected as Integrated Public Vaccination Centre

Perodua provides two cars for shuttle services at MAEPS quarantine centre

RM80,000 of medical supplies from Perodua for Hospital Sg. Buloh

2021 Tokyo Motorshow cancelled, next one may be in 2022 or 2023

Roadtax renewals at post offices suspended, lane closures on Penang Bridge

Premium Volvo facemasks now available from authorised dealerships nationwide

Honda Malaysia prepares for the New Normal at dealerships

Workforce of the two Malaysian carmakers vaccinated via PIKAS

52% drop in new Honda vehicle sales in Malaysia from May to July year-on-year

Tan Chong Motor Holdings organises in-house vaccination programme for employees

PLUS headquarters selected as Integrated Public Vaccination Centre

Perodua provides two cars for shuttle services at MAEPS quarantine centre

RM80,000 of medical supplies from Perodua for Hospital Sg. Buloh

2021 Tokyo Motorshow cancelled, next one may be in 2022 or 2023

Roadtax renewals at post offices suspended, lane closures on Penang Bridge

Premium Volvo facemasks now available from authorised dealerships nationwide

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