PRESS RELEASE: Lexus Malaysia Launched The 2017 Lexus NX 200t Special Edition and New Lexus IS Sport Sedan!!!

Lexus Malaysia, a division of UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd, announces the introduction of the 2017 Lexus NX 200t Special Edition crossover SUV and New Lexus IS sport sedan. 

The New Lexus NX 200t Special Edition and New Lexus IS are improved and provide better value without any increase in prices and in the case of the New Lexus IS, three of the four variants are also priced less than before. Lexus has not only been constantly improving and innovating its products but has also been relentless in the pursuit of perfection. 

The New Lexus NX Special Edition received a restyled front end with new LED headlamps and fog lamps for better lighting, and comes with Power Back Door, Panoramic Sunroof and also smart card key. The model also has an exclusive black theme for a bolder image which include dark film trim, a larger newly designed black 18-inch alloy wheels, black spindle grill and side mirrors. 

For the New Lexus IS, the exterior appearance has also been refreshed with an overall bumpers, headlamp and tail lamp design change to reinforce the Aggressive Design concept which was adopted for this generation. 

As before, the model line is available with a choice of two powertrains and four variants. Customers can choose the advanced 4-cylinder twin-scroll turbocharged 2-0-litre petrol engine with the Lexus IS 200t Premium, IS 200t Luxury and IS 200t F SPORT variants while the IS 300h has the Lexus Hybrid Drive. 

The Takumi craftsmanship that distinguishes every Lexus model provides the feeling of an exclusive cabin space for every occupant. Many carefully considered improvements have been made to the cabin of the new IS that raise the levels of visual and tactile quality and improve the HMI (human-machine interface) qualities of displays and controls. 

One of the highlights of the 2017 model is the wider centrally mounted EMVN screen which has been significantly increased from 7 inches to 10.3 inches. This new, high-resolution monitor presents larger and clearer images and has a split-screen view so that different information displays can be presented simultaneously. This not only makes viewing easier at a glance but also provides more information to the driver.

All the new models sold by Lexus Malaysia come with a comprehensive factory warranty of 5 years with unlimited mileage. The NX 300h and IS 300h also have an 8-year battery assurance programme for the hybrid battery pack. Complete aftersales support is available at eight locations in Malaysia where there are professional technicians who have been extensively trained by Lexus.

PRESS RELEASE: UMW Toyota Announced "Magnificent Drive" Promotion!!!

UMW Toyota Motor will be running its ‘Magnificent Drive’ promotion in March 2017 and throughout the month, all its branches and authorised Toyota dealers nationwide will be offering cash rebates of up to RM5,000 on selected Toyota models. For certain models, there will also be free servicing or free accessories.

The chart below provides details of the cash rebates and additional offers for the selected models.

Model	Promo cash rebate
Vios	RM4,000 or RM3,000 + 3 Years Free Service (All Variants)
Hilux	RM4,000 DC 2.4G (M), DC 2.4G (A) & DC 2.8G (A)
Camry	RM5,000 (All Variants)
Altis	RM3,000 cash rebate + free accessories (worth RM5,700)  (All Variants)
Innova	RM3,000 (All Variants)
Fortuner	RM3,000 (All Variants)
Avanza	RM2,000 (All Variants)
Sienta	RM4,000 or RM3,000 + 3 Years Free Service (All Variants)

All offers stated above are subject to Terms and Conditions and while stocks last.

Additionally, all Toyota models comes with a 5-year warranty/unlimited mileage (expect for the Hilux which has a maximum mileage of 150,000kms). For the Camry Hybrid, the battery pack for the Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive has a warranty of up to 8 years. The full-backed warranty is transferable to the next owner if it is still in effect when sold off.

Toyota showrooms nationwide will be having a Toyota Showroom Weekender on 10 to 12 March. For those who bring along their family, there are also fun activities to keep them occupied.

For information on the promotion of the locations of showrooms nationwide, please visit Toyota.com.my or call the TOYOTA FREEPHONE: 1800-8-TOYOTA (869682).

PRESS RELEASE: Tan Chong Motor Group Announced Cumulative Production of 1 Million Nissan Vehicle Produced in Malaysia

Tan Chong Group today announces the achievement of yet another milestone as Tan Chong Motor Assemblies Sdn Bhd (TCMA) has achieved a cumulative production of 1,000,000 Nissan vehicles in the country last month. 

Tan Chong Group first commenced its Malaysian operations in 1957, and celebrates its 60th Anniversary this year.

“Crossing the million vehicle mark demonstrates the performance, reliability and credibility of NISSAN and the Tan Chong Group. It motivates and inspires us to continue our growth and to serve our customers even better. 

As part of Tan Chong’s 60th Anniversary Super Deals campaign, we are offering our best-selling model; the NISSAN Almera 1.5L Automatic, from as low as RM600* a month.” said Christopher Tan, Sales and Marketing Director, ETCM. 

Adding to the campaign’s excitement, ETCM once again kicked-off the highly successful Nissan UEFA Champions League Campaign for the third year running. The Campaign will run throughout the month of March, offering customers who purchase a Nissan, a chance to win an all-expense paid trip to experience UEFA Champions League Semi Final LIVE in Europe.

Members of the public are also invited to visit Nissan Test Drive Carnival at selected Showrooms and Roadshows to test-drive Nissan’s range of innovative models such as the Nissan X-Trail with Around View Monitor offering 360 degrees view as well as to enjoy UEFA Champions League games and win attractive prizes. 

Dates and locations of Nissan Roadshows are as follows:

Region	Date	Venue
Central	1 - 5 March	IOI City Mall, Putrajaya
	8 - 12 March	Sunway Velocity, KL
Southern	17 - 19 March	Kluang Mall, Johor
	3 - 12 March	AEON Bukit Indah, Johor Bahru
Northern	14 - 19 Mar	AEON Taiping
Eastern	9 - 12 March	East Coast Mall, Kuantan
Sabah	17 – 19 March	Imago Times Square, KK

Dates and locations of Nissan Test Drive Carnival at selected showrooms are as follows:

Region	Date	Location
Eastern	10 & 11 March	ETCM Kota Bharu
Central	11 & 12 March	ETCM Glenmarie
Northern	11 & 12 March	ETCM Butterworth
Southern	11 & 12 March	ETCM Johor Jaya
Sabah	11 & 12 March	ETCM Sandakan
Sarawak	11 & 12 March	ETCM Kuching

For more information, visit www.nissan.com.my or call ETCM’s Nissan Customer Care Centre at 1800-88-3838.

PRESS RELEASE: Perodua Announced The Lucky Draw Grand Prize Winner of MYPerodua Nation Carnival

Ahmad Irfan Ismail was chosen as the lucky draw grand prize winner of Perodua’s first and biggest outdoor event, MYPerodua Nation carnival held in Shah Alam from 20th January 2017 to 22nd January 2017.

The 25-year old college student from the Management and Science University (MSU) was presented with a key to a brand new Perodua Axia 1.0L Advance variant by Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd Managing Director, Dato’ Dr. Zahari Husin.

“We thank Encik Irfan for participating in our event and we hope the prize would come in handy in his everyday life as a student,” Dato’ Dr. Zahari said.

“Over 20,000 people participated in the MYPerodua Nation carnival held in Shah Alam last month. This carnival provides an avenue for us to be closer to our customers,” he said. 

During the event visitors were able to enjoy great savings for purchases made at the carnival, while spending quality time with their families by participating in the various fun activities which include games, live concerts, an outdoor cinema viewing etc. 

“We are pleased to announce that our second carnival will be held by the third quarter of this year. This time we hope to bring our carnival to another region, as part of our initiative to meet all our customers, nationwide. The details will be shared in the next couple of months,” Dato’ Dr. Zahari said.

At the same event, 5 UFirst members also received their lucky draw prizes. This is the final batch of 15 winners from the UFirst Anniversary Lucky Draw contest held end 2016. 

In line with its tagline to provide customers with ‘Better & Brighter days’, the winners were given a chance to choose their preferred prizes such as household & electrical appliances, smart phones and travel or service vouchers worth RM2,600.

UFirst is Perodua customer loyalty programme based on mobile app, aims to provide convenience and savings to its members. 

UFirst membership is free and is open to all 18 years old and above, regardless of car ownership status. Registration can be done easily at www.ufirst.com.my or by downloading UFirst mobile app.

PRESS RELEASE: Maserati Levante Launched In Malaysia. Price Starts From RM 888,800.00!!

Maserati’s first SUV is now available to the Malaysian market and NAZA Italia is the official importer and distributor for Maserati. The Levante trail blazes through new territory for Maserati as the marque makes its first foray into the world of luxury sport utility vehicles in its more than 100-year history. 

Datuk Wira Hj SM Faisal Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, NAZA World Group Executive Chairman, said, “Maserati’s first entry into the SUV segment has the poise and power to exceed expectations and set it apart from its peers. As the marque ventures into unchartered territory, it explores new heights of luxury and broadens the brand’s appeal to customers seeking an impressive balance of elegance and versatility. The Levante has been eagerly awaited and will no doubt be a popular new addition to Malaysia’s luxury automotive market.”

The Levante’s fluid nature mirrors that of the warm Mediterranean wind that the SUV takes its name from, transforming from a mild breeze to a forceful gale in an instant. Designed to excel on multiple terrains, it effortlessly masters any circumstance. The Levante is based on the evolution of Maserati’s sedan platform and provides the smooth handling and refined characteristic of the brand’s saloons on-road whilst also proving impressively capable off-road. 

An optimum blend of Design, Exclusivity and Performance makes Maserati’s first coupé-style SUV a sophisticated beauty that combines flexibility with the classic Italian power, and flair that the brand is known for. The addition of this luxurious SUV creates the most complete Maserati product line-up to date. 

At it’s core, the Levante is equipped with the latest evolution of the Maserati’s 3-litre V6 engines. The Malaysian market will get to enjoy the frugal turbodiesel version with reduced dwell time injectors, capable of 275 hp and delivering 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds. With a maximum speed of 230 km/h, it still manages to keep the fuel economy as low as 7.2 litres/100 km. The Levante adopts the eight-speed automatic ZF gearbox that provides seamless comfort and fast gear shifting, depending on the selected drive mode and presents a choice of four drive modes, “Normal”, I.C.E., “Sport” and “Off-road”. Each one constitutes a distinct car character intelligently altering engine, transmission, suspension and electronics features. 

Styling-wise, the Levante exhibits similar design cues to other models in Maserati’s stable and incorporates the brand’s signature lush aesthetic and spacious interior. The trademark radiator grille with slim, tapered headlights dominates the car’s bold front and the car’s sleek silhouette is formed of graceful sweeping lines. Its streamlined shape, typical of high performance sports cars, lends to the Levante’s aerodynamic efficiency, which is best in its segment with a Cx coefficient of just 0.31. A standout feature (one seen in other models in the brand’s product line-up) is the frameless door windows. With a tailored and exceptionally spacious cabin (best in class), the Levante exudes sophistication and truly is the epitome of comfort.

Performance-oriented features, such as the extensive use of lightweight materials, ideal 50:50 weight distribution and the lowest centre of gravity in class, enable Maserati’s newest offering to deliver unparalleled agility in the luxury SUV class. The Levante’s exclusivity stems from technical features like Air Suspension, electronically controlled Skyhook shock absorbers and the Q4 AWD system, which come as standard equipment, and the high level of customisation that includes two cutting-edge packages, Sport and Luxury.

An optional upgrade to the Sport Package includes exterior and interior design elements that reflect Maserati's legendary racing heritage. The Luxury Pack promises even greater extravagance than the sumptuous leather interior that comes as a standard feature. The highly exclusive Zegna Edition pack combines premium Italian leather with bespoke silk from Ermenegildo Zegna, one of the leading fashion designers in the world, made in Trivero by the Zegna wool mill with a patented process.

The Levante introduces a host of cutting-edge technologies to the current Maserati line-up; from safety to convenience options and through to the brand new Human Machine Interface and the dedicated cargo solutions. The range of equipment options is wider and more complete than ever, with innovative features of the car including: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Forward Collision Warning and Brake Assist System, Lane Departure Warning, Surround View camera, capacitive 8.4" Touch Screen display with brand new rotary control, plus the AHA function, an addition to the Maserati Touch Control Plus which extends the AM, FM and DAB digital radio with a network connection option: the AHA function dialogues with the user's network-connected mobile device to give access to on-line services (radio stations, programmes, etc.) while on the move.

Purely Italian and a Maserati thoroughbred, the Levante is exclusively produced in the historic Mirafiori plant where Maserati continues its 100-year tradition of exquisite craftsmanship melded with innovative technology.

The diesel-powered Levante enters Malaysia’s luxury SUV segment at the starting price of MYR 888,800.00 (inclusive of local taxes and duties) and includes 3 years Standard Warranty coverage with no mileage restriction plus a *Maserati Premium Service Plus of 3 years/60,000 km whichever comes first. The public is invited to head over to Naza Italia’s showroom in Petaling Jaya to view and test drive the Levante and speak with Naza Italia’s sales team in greater detail about Maserati’s newest offering.

“As always, the Naza Italia team remains committed to strengthening Maserati’s local presence and as part of our efforts to better serve our customers, we are happy to announce that we have begun refurbishment of the service centre next to the Naza Italia showroom,” shared Datuk Wira Hj. SM Faisal.

Follow @maserati.malaysia (Instagram) and www.facebook/maserati.malaysia for the brand’s latest updates in Malaysia.

PRESS RELEASE: Wunder, A New Ride Hailing Company Is Here in Malaysia!!

After launching its first city in Asia in 2016, Wunder, the popular app that connects car owners and commuters is now expanding to major cities across the region in 2017. The app is now available for residents of Kuala Lumpur.

Founded in 2013 in Germany, Wunder is the world’s largest online community for commuters. Wunder’s vision is to empower individuals, through technology, to free their cities from traffic.

Wunder is a social network for getting to work. The app, available for free for iOS and Android phones, connects people who are traveling in the same direction for the purpose of taking unnecessary cars off the road.

Car owners can choose to leave their car at home and ride with another Wunderer. Alternatively they can choose to share empty seats in their own car and split the cost of petrol.

After opening Metro Manila in February, 2016 the Wunder network rapidly grew to over 200,000 car owners and commuters sharing everyday trips to the office and back home.

Sam Baker, COO of Wunder recalls: “Wunder learned in our research that while 92% of car owners would be comfortable sharing seats on the way to work only 32% knew someone who travelled in the same direction, at the same time as them. A perfect opportunity to use technology to connect people!”

Wunder quickly gained popularity among office professionals working in the central business districts of Metro Manila and shot to the top of the iOS and Android app charts in the Philippines.

The most common profession for car owners in Wunder in the Philippines is currently Accountants and Software Engineers.

This comes as little surprise given that Wunder is a brand new technology that helps car owners recover some of their cost.

“Wunder is looking forward working with residents of Kuala Lumpur to take cars off the road. Building a community-organized solution to traffic takes time. We ask for patience and persistence among Wunder pioneers while we build a critical mass of commuters in the city” says Baker.

NEW LAUNCHES: Eagle I CVR Launched Vision 1 and Iris-M1 Car Video Recorder. Prices Starts from RM488!!!

As we fall the curtain of 2016, a Malaysia based company Eagle I CVR has just officially announced its latest car video recorder (CVR) for the Malaysian market namely Vision 1 and Iris-M1. Eagle I CVR is a Malaysian based company that was established in 2015. The company’s mission is to protect their users and their beloved ones from rising crime rate & vehicle accident rate in Malaysia. Its official distributor O&G 8lectricals (M) Sdn Bhd currently has 600 dealers and 15 service centers in Malaysia. The company target to reach over 1,000 dealers and 50 service centers in 2017.

Up till now, Eagle I CVR have already released four mirror type CVRs and seven portable CVRs which have been well received by Malaysian users. As mentioned above, today the company has launched two new products and the details are as shown below.

VISION 1

The all new Eagle I Vision 1 CVR is capable to capture important situations during an accident and it is built with advanced technology and high definition image quality to record in any situations.

Specifications wise, the Vision 1 offers a 3.5 inch 16:9 widescreen with 480 X 320 pixels 6 layer glass lens display. It is powered by a MT6735VCM processor with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of expandable storage up to 32GB with microSD card.

The measurement of its body dimensions is 97mm X 61mm X 18mm and weighing in at 127 grams. It offers Full HD camera that supports VGA/HD/FHD video resolution in 30fps recorded in 3gp video format and it is also capable take decent pictures too.

The Vision 1 comes with as 400mAh capacity rechargeable battery. The device is running Android 5.1 operating system out of the box, and it comes with SIM card slot that supports 3G/4G mobile network as well as WiFi connectivity.

With the implementation of mobile networks and Wi-Fi Connection, users can now easily share the recorded video instantly without the hassle to wait for it to transfer to another device to view it. 

Furthermore, the integration of WeChat app to the Vision 1 also gives the user the convenience to share the videos to their WeChat friends in just a few clicks.

This device also comes with unique features such as Loop recording, Find Your Car, Auto Video Lock, Capture Moments and WiFi Hotspot Sharing that is currently regarded as one of the most comprehensive CVR in the Malaysian market.

Its main features are: 

LOOP RECORDING: Smart recording technologies allows VISION 1 to continuously time and loop itself when the storage drive is full. User may lock recordings you do not want to be overwritten by pressing the knob on the right.

FIND YOUR CAR: Request the location, photo and video via WeChat.

AUTO VIDEO LOCK: Built-in sensors will automatically lock the real time video when it detects sudden or rapid deceleration, strong bumps or other interference from regular driving patterns. This feature enables protection for crucial video evidence being overwritten.

CAPTURE MOMENTS: Capture beautiful sceneries and view with just one click. Upload and share your pictures on-the-go via WeChat or other social media platforms instantly with VISION 1’s WiFi and 4G functions.

WIFI HOTSPOT SHARING: Turn VISION 1 into a hotspot dongle to connect with WIFI enabled devices. Scan the QR code on VISION 1 with WeChat code scanner. 

Besides offering the standard functions of a CVR, the Vision 1 stands out as one of the most revolutionary CVR ever launched in Malaysia with the integration of the famous social media app— WeChat to the device. The fully integrated WeChat features consist of WeChat Pickup, WeChat Navigation, WeChat Capture functionality.

WECHAT PICKUP: Your friends in your WeChat contact can now share their location directly to VISION 1. Their location will be synced with VISION 1 and will navigate to the destination automatically.

WECHAT NAVIGATION: Built-in Google Maps enables you to send your preferred location from WeChat directly to VISION 1 for easy navigation. You can control VISION 1’s navigation directly from WeChat, just select the destination intended and click “Send to Device”.

WECHAT CAPTURE: With an active 4G connection, you can now use WeChat to capture videos or photos even if you are half way around the world from your car. 

The Vision 1 CVR is running on its own developed operating system which also includes a built-in navigation system. 

It provides camera-based driver aid features, watching the cars ahead and the lane markers to provide audible and visual forward pre-collision and lane-departure warnings.

IRIS-M1

Iris-M1 is yet another affordable CVR that was unveiled by Eagle I today. The Iris-M1 features a 5 inch HD display screen with 140° wide angle. Its body dimension is measured as 264mm X 71mm X 10mm (without camera). It carries a bodyweight of 210 grams.

With a built-in battery capacity of 380mAh, the Iris-M1 is capable to record VGA, HD and Full HD in AVI video format  and it is also capable to take photos too.

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

The Vision 1 will be available in Immersive Black and Galaxy Grey color options at the retail price of RM738, while the Iris-M1 will cost RM448. Both devices are available in the Malaysian market now.

Additionally, for every purchase of the Vision 1 CVR, you will receive a complimentary RedONE SIM card for FREE.

On top of that, Eagle I will be offering personal accident insurance coverage worth RM30,000 for every purchase of Eagle I CVR products.

For more details, kindly proceed to http://eagleicvr.com/ to learn more about the Eagle I VISION 1 CVR.