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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

The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has announced the return of the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS), slated for 23 November to 2 December 2018 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.

(L-R) President of MAA YBHG. Datuk Aishah Ahmad, Minister of International Trade & Industry Y.B. Dato’ Sri Mustapa bin Mohamed, Chairman of Trade-Link Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd, YBHG. Dato’ Zainal Abidin Haji Ahmad.

The launch announcement was officiated by YB Dato’ Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed, Minister of International Trade and Industry. The signing ceremony held at the event was between Datuk Aishah Ahmad, President of MAA and Datuk Zainal Abidin Ahmad, the Chairman of Trade-Link Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd, for the appointment of the latter as show manager of KLIMS 2018.

KLIMS 2018 is poised to rev up Malaysia’s automotive industry and capture the public’s attention with many new model launches and exciting automobile concepts. For KLIMS 2018, MAA is expecting more than 350,000 visitors to the 10-day extravaganza.

“KLIMS is Malaysia’s most established and significant automotive event. The motor show is trailblazing towards its 9th presentation after a five-year hiatus, on the theme of “Beyond Mobility”

Datuk Aishah Ahmad emphasized that KLIMS will continue to be represented as the eminent national automotive event, which has played a significant role in Malaysia’s automotive industry. “MAA has worked with our members and the automotive industry to navigate through some arduous times. With the rise in cost of living affecting consumers and the rise in cost of doing business impacting companies, the local automotive sector is expected to face another challenging year. Therefore, MAA and leading auto companies have indicated that having the motor show in 2018 is opportune to re-ignite consumers’ sentiments, define brand presence, and refuel the industry.” said Datuk Aishah.

She also added “The recent completion in the construction of Malaysia’s largest and state-of-the-art exhibition centre with the opening of the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre, was also an impetus for the return of KLIMS in 2018. MAA is confident that this brand new home for KLIMS will deliver a renewed experience for exhibitors and visitors alike.”

MAA is urging automotive industry players to leverage on KLIMS 2018 to fuel their market position. Daihatsu, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Kawasaki, Kia, Lexus, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Perodua, Proton, Toyota, UD, V-Kool, 3M are among the front-runners in confirming their exhibition spaces.

KLIMS 2018 is expected to encompass over 50,000 square meters of exhibition floor with over 100 participating exhibitors and is targeting to attract over 350,000 visitors.

TOP FEATURED IMAGE: (L-R) President and COO of Honda Malaysia & representing the Vice Presidentship of Malaysian Automotive Association (Manufacturing) Tuan Haji Roslan Abdullah, President of UMW Toyota Motor & representing the Vice Presidentship of Malaysian Automotive Association (Trade) Encik Ravindran Kurusamy, President of Malaysian Automotive Association & Chairman of Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 organizing committee YBHG. Datuk Aishah Ahmad, Minister of International Trade & Industry Y.B. Dato’ Sri Mustapa bin Mohamed, Chairman of Trade-Link Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd YBHG. Dato’ Zainal Abidin Haji Ahmad, Managing Director of Daihatsu Malaysia & representing the Malaysian Automotive Association Honorary Secretary and Treasurer Dr. Iqbal Shaharom, Managing Director of Trade-Link Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd YBHG. Dato’ Albert Lai.

For more information on KLIMS 2018, log-on to 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

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