PRESS RELEASE: Naza Euro Motors Launched First DS Store In Malaysia & Southeast Asia!!

Naza Euro Motors Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor for DS cars in Malaysia recently officially launched the new DS Store Petaling Jaya, marking the first of its kind in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The flagship outlet was inaugurated in the presence of Yves Bonnefont, CEO of DS Automobiles and Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings. 

Weaving the excellence of French savoir-faire in a luxurious and modern space, the DS Store Petaling Jaya emphasises on the refined world of DS Automobiles, replete with its distinguished Corporate Identity in mind and French know-how in the premium segment. The design concept is based on DS Automobiles’ signature design philosophy for its outlets in key global markets, taking inspiration from the DS Spirit of Avant-garde as well as innovation and state-of-the-art features, only available in a DS vehicle.

The warm black, carmine red and champagne colours iconic to the DS brand adorns its walls and floors of the store, exuding a designer ambiance with great precision and creativity. At the centre of it all is the première appearance of the DS 7 CROSSBACK, which captivated guests and business partners alike at the event. With a total floor space of 3,230 sq ft, the new DS Store Petaling Jaya has the capacity to display three cars at any one time and offers 3S facilities for the convenience of DS owners. The outlet will serve as a one-stop centralised hub for DS owners and prospective customers to experience the very best of what DS Automobiles has to offer.

Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings said, “The new DS Store Petaling Jaya is the first to be introduced in Malaysia and in Southeast Asia. It is designed to provide premium service and the best in customer experience. The DS Store is about inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the values of the DS brand and gives visitors sophistication at their fingertips to configure, personalise and view their new DS.”

“With DS Automobiles’ fervent support and vision to continue accelerating DS brand development in Malaysia, we plan to invest RM5 million for marketing, operations and such in 2019, on top of the initial investment of RM2 million to set up the flagship store,” added Dato’ Samson.

Present to officiate the new DS Store launch was Yves Bonnefont, CEO of DS Automobiles, who commented, “Each DS Store embodies DS Automobiles universe and is inspired by parisian luxury boutiques with its very own atmosphere. It is designed to place the customer at the centre of the brand experience."

DS Automobiles is a world-renowned French premium brand known for its exclusive and exceptional customer experience through outstanding products and exacting standards of service that are distinctively theirs. The new DS Store Petaling Jaya will offer a new approach to customer experience for French know-how and high-end automotive products. 

A dedicated Customer Lounge welcomes discerning customers to configure, personalise and purchase their finest DS in-store, guided by a DS Advisor. The car exhibition area gives pride of place to a flagship model from the DS collection. Also on display is a large collection of DS lifestyle products inspired by DS Automobiles’ distinctive brand values of French expertise in opulence, refinement, personalisation and advanced technology.

A virtual reality experience at the VR Zone adapts the advanced technology of DS Virtual Vision, giving visitors a peek into the latest DS models where they can virtually view, explore, customise and interact with the cars in an almost realistic manner. 

DS Automobiles currently has 450 DS Stores worldwide and continues to pique the interest of premium car enthusiasts globally.

PRESS RELEASE: Edaran Tan Chong Motor Launches The Nissan Serena J Impul!!!

Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) has just introduced a new luxury variant of the Nissan Serena 2.0L S-Hybrid that dynamically enhances and exudes premium-ness; the New Nissan Serena J IMPUL.

Designed by Nissan specialist and tuner IMPUL, the Chrome-Plated J IMPUL Front and Rear Lip Spoiler on the Nissan Serena J IMPUL is specifically made in Japan to create a high precision, 3-dimensional design via injection moulding to achieve 10% downforce and improve high-speed stability. The 18-inch IMPUL Millennium Alloy Wheels in Black and Polished finish enhances the luxurious design and compliments aerodynamics, while the Mocha-coloured Diamond Quilted Premium Leather Seats further embodies the soul of Japanese luxury.

“The introduction of the New Serena J IMPUL is tailored for customers who seek and appreciate Japanese luxury, while the 2.0L S-Hybrid system continues to offer best-in-class fuel economy of 14.2 km/L (NEDC R101) earning the Nissan Serena the Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) status. With thoughtful and innovative features like the Hands-Free Dual Power Sliding Door, Dual Back Door, 7 USB-Powered Ports, Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) with Intelligent Moving Object Detection (I-MOD), and Smartphone connectivity with Apple CarPlay™, contribute towards making the Nissan Serena 2.0L S-Hybrid the No.1 Best-selling Non-National Mid-size MPV in Malaysia*”, said Mr. Christopher Tan, Sales and Marketing Director of ETCM.

The New Nissan Serena J IMPUL comes with standard 5-years unlimited mileage warranty, while the accessories come with 3-year or 100,000km warranty (whichever comes first).

	NISSAN SERENA 2.0L S-HYBRID
	J IMPUL PREMIUM HIGHWAY STAR		PREMIUM HIGHWAY STAR		HIGHWAY STAR
	Two-Tone Exterior Colour (RM)	Single-Tone BLACK Exterior Colour (NEW) (RM)	Two-Tone Exterior Colour (RM)	Single-Tone BLACK Exterior Colour (NEW) (RM)	Single-Tone Exterior Colour (RM)
Peninsular Malaysia	149,800.00	147,800.00	143,800.00	141,800.00	131,800.00
Sabah & Sarawak	152,300.00	150,300.00	146,300.00	144,300.00	134,300.00

Existing Nissan Serena S-Hybrid (C27) owners who are interested, may also opt for an upgrade to the Chrome-Plated J IMPUL Front and Rear Lip Spoiler. Please call 03-4047 8786 or email impul@tanchonggroup.com.

PRESS RELEASE: Perodua Announced The Chief!!!

Peroduasaw its longest-serving President and Chief Executive Officer, Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh, 58, retire after nine years at the helm.

Under Datuk (Dr) Aminar’s leadership, Perodua not only expanded its market share from 31.2% in 2010 to above 37% as of year-to-date 2018, but also started the much-needed transformation initiative within the Perodua Group.

After-sales improved significantly, as well as cost efficiency, quality and delivery. Most importantly, Perodua embarked on a RM1.3 billion investment to build Perodua Global Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, Malaysia’s first Energy-Efficient Vehicle (EEV) plant as certified by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry.

“The Perodua Board of Directors wishes to thank Datuk (Dr) Aminar for his contributions to Perodua and to the Malaysian automotive industry as a whole,” Perodua Chairman Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin said.

Datuk (Dr) Aminar is to be succeeded by Dato’ Zainal Abidin Ahmad, previously Vice-President of Perodua Auto Corporation Sdn Bhd. He is expected to further efforts to work on improvements in efficiency and competitiveness, with the aim of expanding Perodua’s export business.

“To this end, the Perodua Board of Directors looks to Dato’ Zainal to lead the charge as he has the capability in managing Perodua as well as its vendors, suppliers and dealers to become regional players,” Tan Sri Asmat said.

“Taking Perodua regional requires someone that can not only lead but who can also effectively engage the government and together navigate the ever-challenging automotive industry.

“Dato’ Zainal has also proven his ability to work well with all shareholders, including Daihatsu Motor Company of Japan in bringing new technology to Perodua and encouraging investment within the country,” he added.

Tan Sri Asmat said, “The future of Perodua depends on our ability to work more harmoniously with Daihatsu as they have always been very supportive of us. Dato’ Zainal has proven that he is well-suited for this task.”

“With the manufacturing knowledge shared by Daihatsu, we were able to stay competitive domestically, and with their guidance, we are looking to further grow our business beyond Malaysia,” he added.

Datuk (Dr) Aminar’s tenure as Perodua President and Chief Executive Officer ends 31 December 2018, and Dato’ Zainal will take the helm from 1 January 2019.

Dato’ Zainal Abidin Ahmad, 52, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems and Accounting from the Pacific Lutheran University, Washington, USA. He began his career in Perodua in 1995 in the cost control department, and was directly involved in creating Perodua’s manufacturing cost structure.

Dato’ Zainal will be the first President and Chief Executive Officer selected from within Perodua. He participated in the formulation of the National Automotive Policy (NAP) and is working closely with the government through the various bodies under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry to further improve the policy.

Dato’ Zainal was also instrumental in establishing the Sendayan, Negeri Sembilan powertrain hub, which incorporates Daihatsu Perodua Engine Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (opened 2016) and transmission plant Akashi Kikai Sdn Bhd (opened in 2015).

“We look forward to further progress under his leadership,” said Tan Sri Asmat.

PRESS RELEASE: Enjoy Up To 80% Rebates On Your Dream Ducati Purchases!!!

Ducati fans are in for a merry year-end as Ducati Malaysia is offering rebates up to 80% during the Ducati Red Christmas: Year End Special promotion. 

From now until 31st December, customers will enjoy savings up to RM50,000 on selected Ducati bikes; exclusively for Ducati PJ customers, including the fun and versatile Multistrada 950 from only RM76,000 which comes with a free Touring Pack. At just RM115,000 onwards, customers can now own a Diavel Diesel; the timeless and unique bike reflecting Diesel’s hard rock DNA, complete with a Termignoni full system exhaust package. 

Ducati Malaysia is also offering amazing storewide discounts up to 70% on Ducati and Scrambler Ducati apparel until 2nd January at the official Ducati merchandise shop in Ducati PJ. To celebrate the jolly season, customers are encouraged to take this opportunity to gift their loved ones with festive Ducati merchandise gift sets. 

Additionally, Ducati fans can usher in the New Year with brand new Ducati Performance Parts and accessories as the brand will be offering fantastic discounts at all authorized Ducati stores and dealerships nationwide of up to 80% for Ducati accessories and spare parts from 10th December 2018 to 13th January 2019. Customers will also be treated to a 25% rebate for Desmo service parts as part of its pre-purchase program. To sweeten the deal, customers with a minimum spend of RM600 in a single receipt will bring home a complimentary authentic Ducati T-shirt worth RM250! 

As a token of appreciation for the continuous support from Ducati fans and owners, Ducati Malaysia will also be providing a free 15-point check at the Ducati Service Clinic Ducati Malaysia, Next Bike Sdn Bhd, Lot 1, Jalan 51A/221, 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, from 21st – 23rd December. This special value-added service is available from 10am to 5pm and is open to all Ducati models, including official imports and grey import bikes. 

For more information, Ducati fans can visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DucatiMY/ or Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/ducati_my/. 

PRESS RELEASE: Its Been A Great Year Of 2018 For Waze!!!

It’s been a great 2018 for Waze, as the platform in bringing together communities on and off the road hit one milestone after another to increase the number of happy faces and incidences of tune-free whistling on roads across the world.

Highlights range from the Waze Connected Citizens Program reaching over 800 global partners to the introduction of its 54th language and the launch of its full-service audio player - all of which aim to keep its 110+ million monthly active users worldwide more connected, informed and entertained behind the wheel.

Waze reaches more than 800 partners in the Connected Citizens Program

Launched in October 2014 with 10 city partners, the Waze Connected Citizens Program set out to offer a free, two-way data exchange that empowers partners to harness real-time driver insights to improve congestion and make better-informed planning decisions. Today, the programme has expanded to more than 800 partners, including state and country government agencies, nonprofits and first responders around the world.

Malaysian road users, particularly those in Selangor, have also reaped its benefits. With the Smart Selangor Delivery Unit (SSDU) of the state government among its partners, the Malaysian initiative removes the bumps from commutes by allowing road users to report potholes via the Waze app and have reported potholes patched within five days.

While more than 800 partners is a significant achievement, Waze is committed to helping future partners leverage mobile technology and crowdsourced traffic data to identify road conditions. Partners also have access to free Waze tools that make it easy for them to actively manage and improve the way we use our roads.

Waze is now available in more than 50 languages

As its community-supported navigational ecosystem grows, Waze has also become more diverse, committing itself to including more languages that allows users to enjoy navigational experiences in their native tongue. Waze is now closer to its goal of being as accessible as possible to users worldwide, thanks to the commitment of more than 150 translators working tirelessly over the last nine years to ensure increased inclusivity.

Waze introduced the Malay language here in 2013. New Mandarin voices were introduced early this year during Chinese New Year, while Cantonese, a dialect particularly popular in Kuala Lumpur and Ipoh, recently joined the fold this November. Waze now has 54 languages available. 

“With each new voice and language added, the app has become more open and more accessible to new groups across the world,” said Kelvin Sim, Waze Malaysia Country Manager. “And with more users onboard, Waze is not only becoming more diverse, but also getting closer to contributing to the common good on more roads and improving the way we move about the world.” 

Waze Audio Kit

Inspired by positive user feedback from its first audio integration with Spotify in March 2017, Waze has launched a full service audio player for every taste and genre by partnering with the world’s leading audio platforms to seamlessly deliver music, podcasts, audiobooks, news and more.

Waze users will be able to try out a broad selection of content from eight audio partners: Spotify, Deezer, iHeartRadio, NPR, Pandora, Scribd, Stitcher, and TuneIn. These partners have integrated their audio experience into Waze by using a new suite of developer tools called the Waze Audio Kit. 

Making Way for Two Wheelers

The Waze Motorcycle Mode was made available in late 2017 to Wazers worldwide for those who prefer to ride on two (or three) wheels. This latest vehicle type supported by Waze is complete with specialized routing to help make finding freedom on the open road simpler and faster. 

On top of providing real-time road updates and alerts, Waze also allows motorcycle mode users to find optimized routes where fellow Wazers-on-wheels are riding and the more you ride in the motorcycle setting, the smarter the routing will become. 

Breeze along the virtual map in style! The icing on the cake for this wonderfully convenient mode is the celebratory icons that were released in conjunction with its launch. 

To check more ways with Waze, download the app today. For more information, please visit www.waze.com.

PRESS RELEASE: Peugeot 3008 Wins Malaysia Car of The Year 2018 Award

European Car of the Year 2017 victor, the Peugeot 3008 SUV, won the prestigious Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) Car of the Year 2018 award in a glitzy awards ceremony that gathered the automotive industry’s crème de la crème, recently held at The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur.

Highly acclaimed by judges for its style, interior design and performance, this esteemed title joins over 60 other international awards the Peugeot 3008 SUV has already won. The Peugeot 3008 SUV was awarded ‘European Car of the Year 2017’ at the Geneva Motor Show and two ‘Red Dot Product Design’ awards for its innovative achievements in design. The Peugeot 3008 SUV is also the third Peugeot to win the hononary title of Car of the Year – the Peugeot 308 Turbo and Peugeot RCZ won Car of the Year at the NST-Maybank Car of the Year awards in 2009 and 2011 respectively. 

Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings who received the award said, “It is a great honour for Peugeot Malaysia to receive this coveted award as it stands as a testament to the Peugeot 3008 SUV’s enduring popularity. Being a celebrated SUV the world over, the Peugeot 3008 SUV received more than 60 international awards and accolades so far and with 430,000 units sold worldwide. The Peugeot 3008 SUV proved its mettle in Malaysia as our best-selling model in the country, and we will continue to offer best quality products to the market."

“Thanks to its inspired styling, comfort and advanced safety features complemented with the intuitive technology of the Peugeot i-Cockpit, the Peugeot 3008 SUV remains an outstanding choice in the SUV segment and most definitely a highly sought-after one in the market,” he added.

The Peugeot 3008 SUV received high praise and reviews all around the world as the most innovatively modern SUV in its class, reflecting the style and elegance synonymous with the French marque. Adopting the latest stylistic codes of the French marque, the Peugeot 3008 SUV affirms its characteristics with a unique blend of style, comfort and road handling. The compact SUV features cutting-edge technology including the innovative and state-of-the-art PEUGEOT i-Cockpit, a 12.3” head-up digital instrument display and 8.0” capacitive touchscreen with Mirror Screen functionality, comprising of Android Auto, Apple CarPlay™ and Mirror Link. In the area of occupant protection, the Peugeot 3008 SUV comes with a wide-ranging set of technological equipment ensuring high safety standards. 

The acclaimed SUV continued to expand its list of accolades throughout the evening, earning the ‘Good Design Award’ for its outstanding overall design, and further clinched ‘Compact Crossover of the Year’ at the awards ceremony. 

It was also a night to remember for the Naza Group as Kia, one of its automotive franchise brands under the Group, also took home ‘MPV of the Year – Below RM200,000’ for the Kia Grand Carnival 2.2D SX family MPV.