PRESS RELEASE: Perodua Contribute The New Axia To The National Kidney Foundation

Perodua contributed one unit of its best-selling Axia model to the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) in conjunction with the 10th year anniversary of the “World Kidney Day” celebration. 

For a chance to win the latest Perodua model, the public must participate in the “Spot & Ride” contest, which is a promotional activity to attract the public to know more about kidney care and the cause of kidney failure. 

“This collaboration with the National Kidney Foundation is our way to create awareness about the cause of kidney problems and to encourage people to live a healthier life,” Perodua President & CEO, Datuk Aminar Rashid Salleh said.

The contest, which is part of the “World Kidney Day” celebrations at Sunway Pyramid, beginning 28th February until 1st March, will see participants contributing an entry fee of RM10 for the chance to win an Axia. (Terms and Conditions apply)

Each entry would entitle a participant a 30-second window to search and spot for a winning ticket in a Perodua Axia. The ticket can be traded into attractive prizes including goodie bags and discount vouchers as well as be submitted as an entry ticket to win a Perodua Axia during a lucky draw contest which be held on the 29th of March 2015.

According to the NKF website, the NGO needs to raise RM12 million annually to subsidise the dialysis treatments cost for 1,509 patients who seek treatment at its 28 dialysis centres nationwide (as November 2014).

“Therefore, all fund raised from the contest and road show will be channelled to NKF which will be used by the kidney patients who are registered under NKF,” Aminar said.

“We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate NKF for hosting such programmes apart from helping to ease the burden of the needy patients,” he said.

“As a caring and responsible carmaker, it is an honour for us to be part of this charitable programme – Because You Matter Most,” he added

PRESS RELEASE: Toyota Great Deals For The Chinese New Year Celebration

With the festive season just around the corner, UMW Toyota Motor has kicked start its Chinese New Year sales campaign and customers are urged to visit Toyota showrooms nationwide to check out the Toyota models and deals on offer.

This year, Toyota has made several improvements to its model lineup. All variants of Toyota Vios including the Vios E and Vios J now have the push start button with the Smart Entry and Start System. The newly improved Toyota Hilux is also available in TRD Sportivo variant for the 2.5G and 3.0G automatic models. 

To usher in the auspicious year of the Goat, customers stand to enjoy a special “Ang Pow” from Toyota which offers attractive deals for the Vios, Camry, Hilux or Altis model. Hurry, grab this exciting opportunity to experience great deals and get your desired Toyota model this Chinese New Year. These offers are only valid while stocks last!

For more enquiries, please call 1-800-8-TOYOTA (1-800-8-869682). More information can be obtained at all Toyota showrooms nationwide or at www.toyota.com.my. Terms and conditions apply.

PRESS RELEASE: Chevrolet Offers ‘Drive Safe’ Service Campaign Promotion In Conjunction With Chinese New Year Festive Season

NAZA Quest Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of the Chevrolet brand in Malaysia, is ushering in the Chinese New Year season with a festive ‘Drive Safe’ Service Campaign. The promotion, valid from 1 February until 15 March, will give Chevrolet owners the opportunity to spruce up their car by highly trained Chevrolet service technicians before making the arduous journey to visit family and friends.

“Chevrolet vehicles are designed with passenger safety as a priority. By providing a service promotion to ensure that this exceptional level of safety is maintained, we are encouraging Chevrolet owners to take full advantage of the ‘Drive Safe’ Service Campaign this festive season to check their vehicles and ensure that their vehicles are in tip-top shape for the journey back home. Customers can travel in comfort and with peace of mind this Chinese New Year,” said Ms. Thoo Ai Wuen, Associate Vice President of NAZA Quest Sdn Bhd.

The ‘Drive Safe’ Service Campaign promotion is applicable for all Chevrolet models (Spark, Aveo, Optra, Nabira, Lumina, Captiva, Cruze, Sonic, Colorado, Orlando and Malibu) and customers can arrange to have their cars serviced at any of the 21 authorised Chevrolet service centres nationwide.

Chevrolet’s ‘Drive Safe’ Service Campaign includes the following:

•  Complimentary 40-point free inspection and diagnostic scan
•  Free cutlery set with any purchase of Dexos Oil (6L) change 
•  Any vehicle service above RM200 entitles customer to a Chevy Bear 

For more information on the Chevrolet ‘Drive Safe’ Service Campaign, call 1-800-2-CHEVY (24389) or visit www.chevrolet.com.my. Follow MyChevrolet Facebook and @Chevrolet_MY Twitter for the latest updates and offerings of

PRESS RELEASE: Maserati Grows 252% In SEAP Region Ahead of Levante SUV Arrival

Italian luxury car manufacturer Maserati announced a 252 percent increase in 2014 sales in the South-East Asia and Pacific region (SEAP) compared to the same period in the previous year. The growth was driven by the launch of the new Ghibli, Maserati’s first four-door sports executive sedan, and the brand’s flagship model, the Quattroporte. The Ghibli accounted for just over 60 percent of retail sales in the region whilst the GranCabrio and GranTurismo sports car models have continued to sell well. Sales growth is expected to continue in the lead up to the global market entry of the highly anticipated Maserati Levante, the Italian marque’s first luxury sports SUV, in 2016. 

The strongest performing markets in the region in terms of sales volume were South Korea, taking 36 percent of the overall market and growing by a further 469 percent, followed by Australia (+207% growth). All other markets of the SEAP region also registered strong growth rates, in double and even triple digits.

Maserati Malaysia recorded an impressive 200% growth in sales in 2014, when compared to the same period in the year prior. NAZA Italia Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of the Maserati brand in Malaysia, reports that the increase in sales has been largely attributed to the introduction of the new Maserati sports executive sedan, the Ghibli. 

“We take great pride in providing products and services of the highest quality to Maserati customers and contributing to the brand’s growth. The 200% increase in sales is a testament to that. The upgrade of our NAZA Italia showroom will ensure that our discerning customers will benefit from an even more luxurious experience and get a taste of the exclusivity that comes with Maserati ownership,” said Datuk Wira Haji SM Faisal Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, Group Executive Chairman & Group CEO, NAZA World Group of Companies.

Maserati’s sales and service infrastructure was further developed through the launch of a new importer in Indonesia, the opening of a combined sales and service facility in Melbourne (Australia) and new service facilities in Busan and Bundang (South Korea). New showrooms for Singapore and Sydney, Australia were completed at the end of 2014 and will celebrate their official opening early this year. The refurbishment of NAZA Italia’s showroom facility in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s capital, will be completed and re-launched in 2015.

On a global level, Maserati sold approximately 36,500 cars worldwide in 2014, an increase of 136% compared to 2013 and almost six times the sales figure for 2012.

“With the new Quattroporte and Ghibli, we were able to grow significantly compared to only a few years ago where we sold just over 6,000 vehicles per year worldwide. The most important launch for the SEAP region in 2015 will be a further addition to the Quattroporte range, the new Quattroporte with 330 hp. With the Levante, our first ever luxury sports SUV, arriving in the course of next year, we are committed to our target of selling 75,000 cars per annum by 2018. However, in a global car market of around 70 million vehicles sold per year, Maserati will, without question, remain very exclusive indeed.” explains Maserati Global Overseas Markets Managing Director, Umberto Cini.

SPYSHOTS: All New Lexus NX Caught On Trailer!!!

Looks like the impending launch of the new Lexus NX is really ramping up as the latest spyshot of the the uncovered Lexus NX was caught by me this morning at the Elite Highway south bound. There are two examples of NX on the trailer with different wheel design most probably the normal NX20T and the Hybrid version the NX300h. 

From the look of it, looking at the car live, the design is really nice and not too awkward as compared to what we look on the pics. Well the launch is near, in fact less than two weeks from now, thus stay tune for more latest update and news coverage during the launching event. 

PRESS RELEASE: ETCM Crowns The Winner Of The Great Nissan Buy 1 Win 1 Campaign!!!

All six winners of ‘The Great Nissan Buy 1 Win 1’ Campaign (Round 1) are now the lucky recipients of brand new, additional Nissan cars, courtesy of Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM).

The Campaign was launched in 1 September 2014 and ran till 31 October 2014. For this round, six (6) lucky customers stood a chance to win an upgraded model with every purchase of a Nissan selected models. With more than a total of RM888,888 in prize value, the Nissan models up for grabs were the All-New Teana 2.0XE, All-New Teana 2.5XV , All-New Sylphy 1.8E, and Serena S-Hybrid.

Throughout the month of December, key handover ceremonies were held at respective showrooms in the states of Melaka, Kedah, Sabah, Penang, Sarawak, and in Kuala Lumpur, to present the winners with their additional new Nissan cars.

The winners are Raziff Suhairi bin Shabaan, who bought a Nissan Teana 2.5XV, and won Nissan Serena S-Hybrid; Kelvin Ong Wei Chong, who bought a Nissan Almera and won a Nissan Sylphy 1.8E; and Aidasuzana binti Md Arshad, who bought a Nissan Grand Livina 1.6L, and won a Nissan Serena S-Hybrid. 

Arnizah binti Kasbulah, bought a Nissan Sylphy 1.8VL, and won a Nissan Teana 2.0XE), while On Keur Li, bought a Nissan Serena S-Hybrid, and won a Nissan Teana 2.5XV. The final winner is Luhat Jok, who bought a Nissan Navara and won a Nissan Sylphy 1.8(E). 

37-year old Arnizah binti Kasbulah, a self-employed preschool teacher from Kota Kinabalu, was delighted and could not believe her luck. “My first choice was the Nissan Almera, but after surveying the market, I purchased the Nissan Sylphy as it is more suitable for my needs. As a first-time Nissan Owner, I am very happy with my Sylphy and appreciative towards Edaran Tan Chong Motor for this once-in-a-life time opportunity of winning a free car.”

After purchasing the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid, 26-year old On Keur Li, was thrilled beyond words when she found out she had won the Nissan Teana 2.5XV. “I had always dreamt of having a 7-seater MPV, and fell for the Serena S-Hybrid because it was a hybrid car, that provided practicality and comfort. And now I have an additional Teana which is such a premium car. I am very pleased that ETCM came out with a great campaign such as this for customers.” 

It was a case of double happiness for Aidasuzana Binti Md Arshad who not only won a Serena S-Hybrid, but is also expecting her fourth child. “The only reason I bought the Grand Livina is because its specifications and space fits my growing family. Thanks to Edaran Tan Chong Motor, I now have an even bigger car, with the price of one!” said the first-time Nissan owner from Jitra.

“On behalf of Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd, I would like to extend our warmest congratulations to the Round 1 winners of The Great Nissan Buy 1 Win 1 Campaign,” said Mr Tan Keng Meng, Director of Product Planning and Marketing of ETCM. “This campaign has received overwhelming response, and it was very exciting for us to be able to give more to our customers and to see the joy on the faces of the winners upon receiving the keys to their brand-new prizes. We also look forward to be able to announce winners of Round 2, which will happen very soon - so good luck to all participants!” 

Round 2 of The Great Nissan Buy 1 Win 1 Campaign ended on 31 December 2014, and winners will be notified at the end of January 2015.

PRESS RELEASE: Perodua Aids Flood Victims in Sarawak

Perodua is offering assistance to all Perodua vehicle owners who were impacted by the flood in several areas in Sarawak recently.

Perodua will be providing assistance in the form of discounts on selected parts and free inspections to determine the amount of damage done to the vehicle.

“Our customers matter most to us and these value added services are provided to help relieve some of the burden our customers have to deal with during this disaster,” Perodua President & CEO, Datuk Aminar Rashid said.

On the assistance given, Aminar said that Perodua will reimburse towing service fees up to a maximum of RM100 (one hundred ringgit only) to the nearest Perodua service outlet. In total, there are 176 Perodua service outlets nationwide. (Terms and Conditions apply). 

In addition, Perodua is also offering 20% off selected genuine parts to Perodua owners whose vehicles are damaged by the floods.

The parts include all electronic items, carpet, vehicle seats, door trims and engine overhaul gasket.

Perodua’s customers, whose vehicles suffered flood related damages recently, are encouraged to call Perodua Smart Assist at 1-800-88-5555 for towing assistance.