Looks like Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) aka Ford Malaysia has seen a positive growth in their Ford Ranger sales figures as they celebrate an increase of 12% in Q3 compared to the previous quarter between April and June 2019. (more…)
Looks like Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) aka Ford Malaysia has seen a positive growth in their Ford Ranger sales figures as they celebrate an increase of 12% in Q3 compared to the previous quarter between April and June 2019. (more…)
Driving Skills For Life (DSFL) is Ford’s flagship global Corporate Social Responsibility programme which has been run in Asia for the past 12 years (and longer in other regions). The programme, offered free-of-charge, has provided training for licensed drivers of all ages in Malaysia, China, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines.
In Malaysia, Ford has been working with its local distributor Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) to raise road safety awareness using DSFL. The programme offers hands-on training that covers hazard recognition, dealing with unexpected situations, vehicle handling, speed/space management, and distraction awareness. The importance of the use of ensuring childseats is also included in the sessions.
First time in Sabah
This November, for the first time, SDAC will bring the DSFL programme to Sabah. As with the programmes held in Peninsular Malaysia, there will be a mix of classroom and practical training workshops with trained driving instructors. The half-day two-part workshop consists of a theory course which will be held at the Ford Kota Kinabalu showroom, while the practical driving course will be conducted at Stadium Likas.
During the DSFL sessions, participants will also learn about the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol. They can experience the feeling by wearing specially designed gear that helps simulate the experience of driving while movement, coordination and alertness are impaired.
Open to all Malaysian licensed drivers, each half-day session caters up to 30 participants and will feature Ford Ranger-based models to teach drivers safe driving practices when driving a pick-up truck. The vehicle choice is particularly appropriate for Sabah where a large number of Rangers are sold.
Those interested in attending are encouraged to register their interest personally at the Ford Kota Kinabalu showroom to secure their spot as seats are limited or call 088-425 355 for more information. There will be four sessions as shown below:
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Big corporations continue to be successful because of the support and business the communities they operate in give them. Never forgetting this, companies like Ford Motor Company have a Global Caring Month where thousands of its employees around the world participate in community projects to reciprocate and to create positive impact in people’s lives
For the 14th year of the Global Caring Month, Ford together with its sole distributor, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), organised a full-day activity for the elderly at the Sincere Care Home to help improve their living conditions as well as to provide emotional support. During the full-day visit, SDAC-Ford volunteers offered help with housekeeping and meals preparation and entertaining the senior folks. Apart from food and games, a spa corner offering manicure, pedicure, facial and haircut services were also set up by the talent volunteers to help groom the residents of the nursing home.
Sincere Care Home is a nursing home dedicated at looking after senior citizens who were found living on the streets, sent by families who are less able and referred to by the hospital. To help reduce the financial burden of its daily operation, the volunteers also made contributions in kind and in cash.
Enhancing quality of life
“Ford Global Caring Month programme is a great platform and we are proud to be a part of it. Each year, we get to contribute to a different cause and make a difference in people’s lives. Together with Ford, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for people in our communities where we live and work” said Syed Ahmad Muzri Bin Syed Faiz, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion.
Ford Global Caring Month is a signature annual event of the Ford Volunteer Corps. Since its launch in 2005 by Executive Chairman Bill Ford, Ford Volunteer Corps members have contributed more than 1.5 million hours of community service in 50 countries, representing more than US$40 million of in-kind community investments. During the month, the Ford Volunteer Corps tackled hundreds of projects in cities, towns and villages in six continents. Ford Fund is contributing more than US$675,000 in grants to purchase tools and supplies for many of the global projects.
“Ford volunteers are improving access to clean water, feeding the hungry, building homes, renovating schools and providing opportunities to help make people’s lives better all over the world,” said Todd Nissen, director, Ford Volunteer Corps. “Each Ford volunteer is making a valued contribution to stronger communities and a better world.”
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So you bought a Ford Ranger Raptor and you enjoy the feeling of ‘invincibility’ as you drive around. But are you completely familiar with the vehicle and its considerable capabilities? For those who are keen to gain more in-depth knowledge of the pick-up truck, Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) is offering a Ranger Raptor Deep Dive Workshop free-of-charge. The initiative is to provide to new and existing customers on the Ranger Raptor’s functionality and capability.
Leearn more about cutting-edge tech features
Conducted by experienced motoring experts, attendees will learn how to maximise the usage of the multitude of high-tech features and functions that come with the truck. This includes when and how to use the Terrain Management System (TMS), a cutting-edge system that offers 6 pre-set driving modes to conquer any terrain at a turn of a dial. Having the system is like having an invisible co-driver who is an off-road professional choosing the best settings!
Attendees will also understand the engineering aspects of the first and only performance pick-up in the market, and how that is translated to the overall driving dynamics – wider track, lifted height, flared fenders, race-bred FOX Racing Shox suspensions, bigger and wider tyres and a huge underbody protection bash plate.
“The workshops are aimed at offering new and existing customers an experience that creates immediate value. The topics covered by experienced motoring experts will also allow attendees to appreciate and understand in depth the first and only high-speed off-road performance truck in the market,” said Syed Ahmad Muzri bin Syed Faiz, MD of Sime Darby Auto ConneXion.
Small groups for more effective workshop
To ensure an effective workshop, the size of the group will be not more than 10 participants. However, owners are encouraged to invite friends to attend the workshop to benefit from the ‘refer-a-friend’ promotion. With this, there will be a reward with a petrol card worth RM500 if the friend purchases either a Ranger WildTrak or a Ranger Raptor. Customers with children need not worry, as a children’s corner will be made available so parents can focus on the workshop discussions and activities.
Dates and locations of the nine Ranger Raptor Deep Dive Workshops are as follow:
Registrations are now accepted and interested parties can call to sign up at their preferred Ford showroom as seats are limited. Click here for contact details of the showrooms listed.
Ford together with Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) organised the brand’s global Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) programme as part of their ongoing effort to promote safe driving behaviour as well as road safety awareness here in Malaysia.
Over 30 drivers from SDAC’s corporate partners from telecommunications to utilities participated in the half-day workshop located at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) near Putrajaya. (more…)
Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) doesn’t let a year go by without making the Merdeka/Malaysia Day celebrations special for its customers. This year, the company’s sales promotion focusses on its Ranger model line with extras for those who buy and register a new vehicle during the promotion period.
The extras for 2019
From August 1 to September 30 2019, customers who purchase either the Ranger WildTrak or Ranger Raptor will enjoy free scheduled maintenance for the first 2 years. Additionally, they will receive a complimentary PETRONAS Gift Card pre-loaded with RM1,000 for purchases at PETRONAS stations nationwide.
Customers who prefer the Ranger WildTrak and become owners during this promotional period will receive a rebate of RM3,000, reducing the H-P loan they take and therefore lowering the monthly instalments.
“We are constantly looking for meaningful ways to appreciate our customers. This new deal offers customers more peace of mind and value-add with free maintenance and attractive rewards in conjunction with the upcoming celebrations,” said Syed Ahmad Muzri Syed Faiz, Managing Director of SDAC.
SDAC’s Motor Insurance Package
With their vehicle purchase, they can also opt for the Sime Darby Auto Connexion Motor Insurance Package which offers additional benefits and privileges for greater peace of mind.
For example, besides 24-hour emergency towing and roadside repair, approval for estimation on repair works below RM20,000 can be obtained within 24 hours (terms and conditions apply). You have the option either to get full compensation for theft or total loss based on agreed value for the first 10 years (T&C apply).
Both variants, as with the rest of the Ranger line-up, come with a full manufacturer’s warranty of 3 years or maximum of 100,000 kms.
A benchmark for pick-up models
Since being introduced in the ASEAN region first – and then globally – in the 1990s, the Ranger has proven in many ways to be the industry benchmark in the pick-up truck segment. Various generations have received awards in Malaysia and other markets for product excellence.
The popularity of the Ranger continues in 2018 as SDAC reported that its sales performance gained 1.7 percentage points from the same period last year to 17.2% in the pick-up segment.
“The ‘Built Ford Tough’ Ranger continues to earn the favour of customers across the country and build on its growing success in the market,” said Truong Kim Phong, MD, Asia Pacific Emerging Markets, Ford Motor Company.
Visit www.sdac-ford.com.my to locate a showroom in Malaysia where you can view, test or purchase a Ranger.
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Ford Motor Company together with Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) awarded the Montfort Boys Town a grant worth US$8,000 or RM33,000 as part of the Ford Education Grant program here in Malaysia. This generous deed was done to help support the local automotive industry with training to develop qualified technicians. (more…)
From 3-7 April 2019, the folks from Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) will be taking part in the Carsifu Auto Show 2019 that will take place at Mid Valley Megamall where they will feature their award-winning Ford Ranger Raptor and Ranger Wildtrak. (more…)
Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC), the sole distributor of Ford in Malaysia, has announced the ‘Ford Ranger Explore & Experience Roadshow’ which will run in February until March.
Held at participating Ford showrooms, visitors will be able to explore and experience the Ranger’s smart and safe technologies which has helped the Ranger continue to set industry benchmarks and win multiple accolades, such as being awarded Pickup Truck of the Year in 2018. Opportunity on exciting promotions on selected Ford models will also be made available.
The roadshow also comprises various family-friendly activities such as plinko, rubber duck and a kids colouring corner to keep children entertained. Those who perform a test drive during the roadshow will stand a chance to enter the Ford wind tunnel to win attractive and exclusive Ford merchandise.
Available in Malaysia in nine variants – including the high-speed, off-road performance Ranger Raptor, the high-series Ranger Wildtrak, XLT+, XLT and XL, the line-up features Ford’s latest generation 2.0-litre Bi-Turbo diesel engine which is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission on selected variants to deliver incredible performance, unchallenged responsiveness and improved fuel efficiency.
Dates and locations of the ‘Ford Ranger Explore & Experience Roadshow’ are as follows:
| Dates | Location |
| 22-23 February 2019 | Tesco Kota Bharu |
| 9-10 March 2019 | Auto Lumina Showroom
Lot 51699, Jalan Persisiran Perling 2, Bukit Indah 81200 Johor Bahru |
| 22-23 March 2019 | SDAC Juru Showroom
1679-G2, Highway Auto City, North – South Highway Juru Interchange, 13600 Prai, Penang |
For the latest roadshow updates, visit https://www.sdacford.com.my/whats-new/events-news/ford-ranger-explore-and-experience-roadshow
Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC), the sole distributor of Ford in Malaysia, has announced a number of promotions for Ford owners in the upcoming Thaipusam and Chinese New Year festivities.
“We know that there will be a lot of long-distance travel during this festive season as many Malaysians return to their hometowns to spend time with their families. We are pleased to offer these promotions and service discounts, as part of our commitment to ensuring Ford owners get home safely,” said Syed Ahmad Muzri Syed Faiz, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto Connexion (below).
Valid from now until 5 February 2019, the Ford Festive campaign includes a free 27-point vehicle inspection by Ford-certified technicians who are on hand to ensure that vehicles are in roadworthy condition before customers head back to their hometowns for the celebrations or embark on road trips during the holiday.
Customers can also enjoy discounts of up to 20 percent on selected parts and selected packages. Only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts are used, providing greater assurance of quality and peace of mind. Additionally, further savings of up to 10 percent on labour fees for lubricant, brake and timing belt packages are offered. During this period, any customer who spends a minimum of RM350 in a single receipt at any authorised Ford dealer will receive an exclusive Ford gift. All walk-in customers will also receive free CNY packets, while stocks last.
“I would like to take this opportunity to wish all our Hindu customers a blessed Thaipusam and our Chinese customers ‘Gong Xi Fa Cai’,” added Muzri. Customers can book their service appointments online via the official SDAC-Ford website: www.sdacford.com.my or through the Ford Malaysia MY App. Alternatively, customers can call their nearest Ford authorised service centre to make an appointment. Simply access the ‘locate a dealer’ tab on the website for more information about preferred locations with the relevant contact information.
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