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Bermaz Motor Trading Sdn Bhd (Mazda Malaysia) just launched their latest 2019 Mazda3 last week and from what we can see just by its appearance, there will be quite a few buyers willing to cough up some serious cash to get one of the babies parked on their driveways (or designated parking lot). The question now is; does it drive as good as it looks? (more…)

Bermaz Motor Trading Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Mazda vehicles here in Malaysia, has officially unveiled their latest offering here in Malaysia in the form of the new 2019 Mazda3. The new era welcomes in a totally reworked C-segment vehicle based on the beautiful Kai Concept model introduced not too long ago. (more…)

The 2019 Mazda6 has been announced as the recipient of the Top Safety Pick Award earlier today, presented by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States. The honours were given to the Mazda6 not only for its top safety ratings but also a list of passive and active safety features from their latest Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Pedestrian Detection to the design of the headlights. (more…)

The Mazda Training Centre currently operated by Bermaz Motor (the authorised distributor of Mazda here in Malaysia) announced that 126 graduates proudly graduated from the institution last week.

These honoured individuals graduated from three different technical programs which are:

  • Mazda Apprenticeship Program (MAP) – 26 graduates
  • Mazda Mechanic Program (MPP) – 51 graduates
  • Body & Paint Program (BPP) – 49 graduates

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Mazda Motor Corporation made the world premiere of the second model in its new-generation lineup, the Mazda CX-30 compact crossover SUV. As a new core model, the CX-30 will be rolled out to global markets, with sales starting from Europe this summer. The CX-30 will be on display to the public at the Geneva International Motor Show from March 7-17.

The CX-30 is a new compact crossover that combines the bold proportions of an SUV with elegant styling that embodies Mazda‘s Kodo design language. The development team hoped to create a car that would enrich customers’ lives by helping them and their loved ones make new and stimulating discoveries within their daily lives.

Relaxed and user-friendly packaging and a cabin that comfortably seats four adults mean customers can easily enjoy trips to any destination with family and friends. Moreover, the CX-30 was designed to be easy to drive. The increased height over a passenger car provides excellent visibility and makes getting in and out a breeze while the body size makes it easy to maneuver on any road and in any parking lot.

Basic performance attributes such as accelerating, turning and braking have been dramatically enhanced. Mazda’s Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture enables people to make the most of their natural sense of balance and the latest Skyactiv engines, including Skyactiv-X, allow responsive control of vehicle speed in any driving situation.

“We designed the CX-30 to be an essential partner in the customer’s daily life,” said Akira Marumoto, Mazda’s Representative Director, President and CEO. “It will be made at key global plants so we can deliver Mazda’s renowned driving pleasure and matured Kodo design to customers all over the world. Moving forward, our new products and technologies will ensure customers continue to see the value in owning a Mazda car. We aim to be recognized as a brand that forms the strongest of bonds with each customer.” he added.

The Bangkok International Motorshow 2019 is coming! Set to begin on 26th March 2019 at the IMPACT Challenger Hall in Bangkok, Thailand, it’s the 40th installment of what is widely regarded as the best motorshow in the region. And here, in no particular order are the Top 10 Cars to look out for at BIMS 2019!

(ALL information, spec data and photos that follow are from GPI International, the organisers of Bangkok International Motorshow)

BMW Z4 M40i

  • Twin Power Turbo inline 6-cylinder engine
  • 360 hp, 450 Nm of torque
  • 8-speed Automatic transmission
  • Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h in 4.6 sec

MERCEDES-BENZ G63 AMG 2019

  • V8 twin-turbo engine
  • 577 hp, 627 Nm of torque
  • 9-speed Automatic transmission
  • Acceleration 0-96 km/h in 6 sec

MERCEDES-BENZ S 500E Plug-In Hybrid

  • 2,996cc V6 twin-turbo engine
  • Engine output: 333 hp @ 5,200-6,000 rpm, maximum torque of 480 Nm @ 1.600 – 4,000 rpm
  • Motor output: 116 hp, 480 Nm of torque
  • Combined output: 442 hp, 650 Nm of torque
  • 7-speed Automatic transmission; 7G-Tronic Plus

HYUNDAI KONA

  • Electric Vehicle
  • Official range of 415 km
  • 64 kWh Lithium-ion battery
  • Produces maximum 201 hp, 394 Nm of torque

SUZUKI JIMNY SIERRA

  • K15B 1460cc 4-cylinder engine
  • maximum power of 102 hp @ 6,000 rpm, maximum torque of 130 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
  • 4-speed automatic transmission, 4WD

MAZDA 3 KAI CONCEPT

  • 1,993cc Atkinson-Cycle engine
  • Engine output: Maximum power 145 hp @ 6,200 rpm, maximum torque of 175 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
  • Motor output (AC Synchronous Permanent Magnet Electric Motor): 184 hp @ 5,000 – 6,000 rpm, Maximum torque of 315 Nm @ 0-2,000 rpm
  • Combined output: 215 hp @ 6,200 rpm
  • Automatic transmission E-CVT (3rd Generation)

ALL NEW HONDA ACCORD 1.5L Turbo

  • DOHC 4-cylinder Direct Injection Dual VTC petrol engine
  • Maximum power of 192 hp @ 5,500 rpm, maximum torque of 260 Nm @ 1,500 – 5,000 rpm
  • Automatic transmission CVT

ALL NEW TOYOTA SUPRA

  • Top Grade RZ: 0-liter inline 6-cylinder twin scroll turbo petrol engine
  • 8-speed Automatic Transmission
  • Maximum power of 340 hp @ 5,000-6,500 rpm , Maximum torque of 500 Nm @ 1,600-4,500 rpm
  • Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 3 sec
  • Not for sale

MCLAREN 720S SPIDER

  • 1st time in Thailand
  • Maximum power of 720 hp, Maximum torque of 770 Nm
  • V8 4,000cc engine
  • Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 2.9 sec, Acceleration 0-200 km/h in 7.9 sec

ASTON MARTIN VALKYRIE AMR PRO

  • 5- liter V12 NA engine
  • Mid-shifted, Rear wheel drive
  • Energy Recovery System produces total 1,100 hp and a top speed at 360 km/h
  • Will be displayed on 7 days
  • Worth 300 million Baht

MITSUBISHI E-EVOLUTION CONCEPT

  • Three electric motors operate together with battery located under the floor mid-ship of the vehicle
  • 4WD system with Dual Motor Active Yaw Control
  • Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) Technology
  • electric brake calipers

Bermaz Mazda recently previewed an all-new CX-8 SUV at its headquarters in Glenmarie, and while the units on display were pre-production ones from Japan, it closely resembles the eventual model to be sold here in the near future. A likely choice of 2 powertrains will be offered, a 2.5 Petrol and 2.2 Turbodiesel, both with varied seating arrangements including a 2+2+2 six-seater.

Aimed to sit squarely between the CX-5 and gargantuan CX-9, on-the-road prices are far from established so stay tuned to Piston.my!

In the meantime, our friends at AutoExpress (<–link) have revealed yet another special edition MX-5 from Mazda, which was revealed at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, marking 30 years of the popular roadster. Only 3,000 examples of this celebratory model will be sold worldwide, with production being divided between soft-top and convertible hard-top ‘RF’ body styles.

“The MX-5 Anniversary Edition is finished in an exclusive ‘Racing orange’ paint colour and features forged aluminium wheels (commissioned by specialists RAYS), Brembo front brakes with calipers finished in orange, Bilstein dampers and a host of numbered “30th Anniversary Edition” badges…” – AutoExpress.

Inside, this limited edition MX-5 gets orange accents and Alcantara swathing around the cabin, dashboard and gear stick, Recaro seats, a nine-speaker Bose sound system and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.

This new model’s debut follows in the footsteps of the original MX-5, which was also revealed at the Chicago Auto Show back in 1989. Since its conception, the MX-5 has sold more than 1 million units worldwide, over 130,000 of which have found UK homes.

Mazda CX-8 & MX-5 Photo Gallery (MX-5 photos courtesy of AutoExpress UK)

Bermaz Motor has officially launched their updated 2018 Mazda CX-3 together with the 2018 Mazda6. The new model launches were held in Penang in conjunction with their all-new 85th Mazda branch and 3S Centre conveniently located in Jelutong, Penang. (more…)

Bermaz Motor dengan secara rasminya telah melancarkan model Mazda CX-3 2018 yang telah dikemaskini, bersama dengan Mazda6 2018. Pelancaran model baharu ini telah diadakan di Pulau Pinang bersempena dengan perasmian cawangan dan Pusat perkhidmatan 3S Mazda ke-85 yang baharu yang terletak di Jelutong, Pulau Pinang. (more…)

All ye Mazda Zoom-Zoom fans take note! Mazda cars have been designed and built for drivers to experience the joys of spirited driving. That is why the MazdaSports Division is dedicated to delivering the Jinba Ittai driving experience to everyone.

MazdaSports Academy is introducing the “MazdaSports Day”, where everyone can experience the driving ability of a Mazda through a dynamic test drive course and participate in exciting driver challenges with prizes to be won.

The MazdaSports Day is a fun driving experience programme open for everyone to join and personally experience Mazda’s “Celebrate Driving” brand essence. Participation is free. Set to take place July 7 & 8, 2018 (Saturday & Sunday) at the Shah Alam Stadium from 9:00AM – 5:00PM.

For more information on MazdaSports Day, visit Mazda Malaysia’s Facebook Page. (https://www.facebook.com/mazdamy/).

MazdaSports Day Location Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hw281w8u6v Google Maps : https://maps.google.com/?q=3.080410,101.542252

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