ISSUE #3/2017 (August)

ASEAN SALES CONTINUE TO LOOK POSITIVE

ASEAN motor industry continues Philippines and Thailand TIV units) to 1,978,898 units. Except to look good. Its first half year increased by 17% and 11% re- for Myanmar (+247%) and the TIV grew by 5% (83,483 units) spectively. All countries except Philippines (+34%), all ASEAN to 1,614,771 units compared to Brunei (-5%) saw a positive first countries’ production figures the same period last year. Myan- half year TIV performance. dropped compared to the same mar TIV continues to grow dy- Meanwhile, total production period last year to reflect a pos- namically as shown by the 81% figures for the first half year sible over stock from previous increase to 3,196 units while the saw a small drop of 2% (42,765 year. n

YBhg. Datuk Aishah, MAA President presenting a token of appreciation to YB Dato Henry Sum for officiating the event. INNOVATIVE CARLIST.MY MAA SHOW

he Carlist.my MAA Drive 2017 was successfully Torganised by iCar Asia MAA Council Members showing the first half report to the media. Ltd. with the support of MAA. Held on 13th and 14th May 2017 at the Setia City Convention Centre, Shah Alam, the inaugural event attracted the participation of 11 MAA FIRST SIX MONTHS members companies. About 20,000 visitors attended the 2-day event. A whopping 2,307 test drives were conducted TIV GREW and 251 bookings were received by the exhibitors Improving global and local economies during the show. The event was officiated by YB Dato’ Henry Sum Agong, miles were all round MAA Members when units TIV for this year will remain unchanged. Deputy Minister of Domestic the first six months Total Industry Volume Passenger cars saw a positive 4.7% (11,372 Trade, Cooperative and (TIV) grew by 3.3% (8,978 units) compared units) growth compared to last year but cautious Consumerism. n to the same period last year. The TIV would business entities saw a 7.7% (2,394 units) decline in have been better if not for the short work- commercial vehicle sales. Strongest performer was Sing month of June due to the Hari Raya Aidilfitri the MPV segment which saw a hefty 49.9% (13,681 holidays. units) jump compared to the first half of last year. YBhg. Datuk Aishah Ahmad, President of the Meanwhile, Total Production Volume in the first MAA, briefed members of the media at a press con- six months of this year was down 2.9% (7,645 ference held on 24th July 2017 to review the local units) which reflected the adjustments done to clear motor industry’s first six months performance. She stocks from last year. (See page 3 for more detailed also confirmed that the MAA forecast of 590,000 figures).n

In response to the Malaysian Ministry of Transport’s ruling E-CALL SHOULD to have all new models be installed with Emergency Call (E-Call) device from January 2019 onwards, Members of the NOT BE Malaysian Automotive Association have expressed grave A sneak preview of Toyota concerns and reservations. MAA had urged the government C-HR at the Carlist.my MAA MANDATORY to defer the implementation of the ruling until all issues and Drive 2017, one of the many concerns raised by the industry have been addressed. n attractions there.

MALAYSIA PRODUCTION & SALES STATISTICS FOR JANUARY TO JUNE 2017 PRODUCTION Segment YEAR-TO-DATE JUNE 2017 2016 Variance UNITS % Total Industry Production (TIP) 255,318 262,963 (7,645) (2.9) PV (Passenger Vehicles) 236,464 241,009 (4,545) (1.9) PC (Passenger Cars) 171,975 178,769 (6,794) (3.8) WV (Window Vans) 873 2,857 (1,984) (69.4) MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicles) 25,863 22,554 3,309 14.7 4x4/SUV (Four Wheel Drive/Sports Utility Vehicles) 37,753 36,829 924 2.5 CV (Commercial Vehicles) 18,854 21,954 (3,100) (14.1) PV (Panel Vans) 466 939 (473) (50.4) PU (Pick Ups) 11,019 13,813 (2,794) (20.2) Trucks 6,737 6,617 120 1.8 PM (Prime Movers) 382 257 125 48.6 Bus 250 328 (78) (23.8) SALES Segment YEAR-TO-DATE JUNE 2017 2016 Variance UNITS % Total Industry Volume (TIV) 284,461 275,483 8,978 3.3 PV (Passenger Vehicles) 255,749 244,377 11,372 4.7 PC (Passenger Cars) 186,114 183,444 2,670 1.5 WV (Window Vans) 1,465 1,726 (261) (15.1) MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicles) 41,091 27,410 13,681 49.9 4x4/SUV (Four Wheel Drive/Sports Utility Vehicles) 27,079 31,797 (4,718) (14.8) CV (Commercial Vehicles) 28,712 31,106 (2,394) (7.7) PV (Panel Vans) 1,888 1,552 336 21.6 PU (Pick Ups) 19,603 21,360 (1,757) (8.2) Trucks 6,407 7,268 (861) (11.8) PM (Prime Movers) 556 585 (29) (5.0) Bus 258 341 (83) (24.3) ASEAN PRODUCTION & SALES STATISTICS PRODUCTION FOR JANUARY TO JUNE 2017

YTD JUNE-2017 YTD JUN-16 COUNTRY PASSENGER COMMERCIAL TOTAL TOTAL VARIANCE VEHICLES VEHICLES (%) Indonesia 480,043 117,479 597,522 601,491 (1%) 236,464 18,854 255,318 262,963 (3%) Myanmar 1,097 492 1,589 464 242% Philippines 29,310 44,287 73,597 55,077 34% Thailand 391,849 559,117 950,966 993,380 (4%) Vietnam 58,270 41,636 99,906 108,288 (8%) TOTAL 1,197,033 781,865 1,978,898 2,021,663 (2%) SALES

YTD JUNE-2017 YTD JUN-16 COUNTRY PASSENGER COMMERCIAL TIV TIV VARIANCE VEHICLES VEHICLES (%) Brunei 5,916 157 6,073 6,377 (5%) Indonesia 422,741 110,829 533,570 532,127 0.3% Malaysia 255,749 28,712 284,461 275,483 3% Myanmar 2,301 895 3,196 1,762 81% Philippines 67,180 128,984 196,164 167,480 17% Singapore 47,368 8,476 55,844 55,797 0.1% Thailand 186,481 223,499 409,980 368,630 11% Vietnam 73,959 51,524 125,483 123,632 1% TOTAL 1,061,695 553,076 1,614,771 1,531,288 5% For further information on ASEAN Automotive Federation, logon to: http://asean-autofed.com/index.html.

BMW FULL CIRCLE ONE MILLION PROGRAMME PRODUCED BMW Group Malaysia introduced on 6th April 2017 the Full Circle Programme by BMW Credit A historic milestone was reached on tions and it is our benchmark for all Malaysia, a new and exclusive financing offering 13th June 2017 when the millionth our future models,” said Perodua Presi- for its existing BMW Corporate Programme Perodua Myvi rolled off the produc- dent and Chief Executive Officer, YBhg. customers. The new financing programme tion line in Rawang, making it the Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh. “We offers greater flexibility with a wide range of most produced Perodua model since are cautiously optimistic of achiev- settlement options and ensures future-value its introduction in May 2005. A special ing our 202,000 units sales target for peace of mind assurance for purchases of the “line-off” ceremony at its manufactur- this year despite the continued tough BMW X1 sDrive20i and the All-New BMW 530i M ing facility in Sungai Choh, Rawang and challenging market condition,” he sport by its existing corporate customers. was officiated by Perodua Auto Corpo- added. Introducing the new programme, Mr. Han ration Sdn Bhd (PCSB) President, Mr. In terms of exports, the Myvi was Sang Yun, Managing Director and CEO of BMW Masanori Takahashi and PCSB Vice sold in six countries since 2006, which Group Malaysia said, “Being innovative and President, YBhg. Dato’ Zainal Abidin include Mauritius, Brunei, Singapore, customer oriented is at the heart of the BMW Ahmad. the United Kingdom, Fiji and Nepal 31,000 vehicles sold since 2007. In premium ownership promise. This perspective “The Perodua Myvi has set a new under the Perodua brand. Myvi’s big- total, Perodua exported 35,400 Myvi/ enables us to better serve our customers standard for us in terms of products gest export market is Indonesia under Sirion models since 2006 in these mar- with dynamic products and industry leading offerings as well as customer expecta- the Daihatsu Sirion brand with nearly kets. n services which drives the premium automotive segment. With the BMW Full Circle Programme, we are now able to revolutionise our financing programmes for an even greater ownership experience for our current and future BMW PERODUA GRAB PARTNERSHIP corporate customer.” Echoing Mr. Han’s sentiments, Mr. Tobias Perodua and Grab Malaysia signed a “As the region’s leading ride hail- Eismann, Managing Director and CEO of BMW memorandum of understanding (MoU) ing and multiservice platform, we are Credit Malaysia said, “The New BMW Full Circle on 30th May 2017 to provide value add- constantly focused on how we can programme offers BMW and MINI customers ed services ranging from special price empower the 620 million people across in Malaysia a more modern and progressive packages to competitive hire purchase the SEA to have better access to safe, financing programme which is flexible in terms rates for GrabCar drivers. efficient and affordable transport. At of payment and ownership cycle to give our The MoU was signed at Perodua the same time, we are acutely aware customers better peace of mind and ownership flagship 3S centre (Sales, Service and of the role our driver-partners play to experience. With this programme, we are Spare parts) in Petaling Jaya between help us achieve this goal, hence we also able to share with our customers the Perodua Sales Sdn. Bhd. Managing are continuously identifying mutually convenience and easy access to BMW mobility Director, YBhg. Dato’ Dr Zahari Husin Dato’ Dr. Zahari said. “The items beneficial partnerships to help reduce which is very dynamic, customer and future and Mr. Sean Goh, Country Head of within the MoU include a special price the cost of driving; and the cost of car oriented.” n Grab Malaysia in the presence of YBhg. packages through Perodua’s Corporate ownership is a major concern,” said Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh, and Government Sales Department, al- Mr. Sean Goh, Country Head of Grab Perodua President & Chief Executive low for minimal time for car registra- Malaysia. Officer and Mr. Nick Tan, Director of tion for Grab drivers, a one-stop centre Grab has the largest network in BMW EXCELLENCE Grab Inc. for servicing and spare parts, insurance Malaysia, with a presence in 20 major “This MoU is a totally new frontier, and road tax (issuance and renewal),” cities and towns across the country, CLUB a blue ocean, for Perodua as it will he added. The special price packages which includes Langkawi, Kuching, highlight our products to the masses currently include the Bezza, Myvi and Miri and Kota Bahru, with more to BMW Group Malaysia introduced on 2nd May on a big scale through Grab,” YBhg. Alza. come. n 2017 the new BMW Excellence Club, an exclusive membership for all BMW 7 Series owners where existing and new owners will enjoy a host of exclusive privileges, including tailored concierge NASIM USES MOBIL LUBRICANTS services, invitation to private events, special valet service, priority appointment, and access Nasim Sdn. Bhd. signed on 8th May bilub and Nasim to develop activities to premium lounges. 2017 a three-year agreement with Exx- and initiatives that will elevate their Introducing the new BMW Excellence Club, onMobil’s distributor, Mobilub Trading brands in Malaysia. At ExxonMobil, Mr. Han Sang Yun, Managing Director and CEO Sdn. Bhd. where Mobilub will supply we are committed to providing the best of BMW Group Malaysia said, “During the launch a range of Mobil lubricants to all 35 lubricant solutions for car owners to of the All-New BMW 7 Series Hybrid with eDrive outlets nationwide. bring out high-performance and prov- Technology, we talked about the peak of living “We have successfully made en long engine life”, said Ms Pajaree luxury. This is about experiencing a world of Peugeot the best-selling French marque Meekangvan, Southeast Asia Cluster exclusivity with personalised benefits; a world in Malaysia and we did this by provid- Sales Manager at ExxonMobil Asia Pa- of privilege beyond Sheer Driving Pleasure. ing our customers with the best af- cific Pte. Ltd. With the new BMW Excellence Club, we want tercare services and solutions. Mobil “Mobilub has been working with our BMW 7 Series owners to truly enjoy a world lubricants is the recommended choice Nasim over the past two years. This of luxury in every experience that we curate for for Peugeot car owners who are look- is an excellent opportunity for us to them.” ing to protect their engines without poration Holdings Sdn. Bhd. continue building on our collaborative All existing BMW Elite White Cards compromising on their vehicle’s per- “This cooperation is the start of a and successful relationship with Nasim memberships will be replaced with the new formance”, said YBhg. Dato Samson strong co-branding strategy in the Ma- and their customers.” said En. Abdul BMW Excellence Club membership programme Anand George, Group Chief Operating laysian automobile industry. We look Rahman Rashid, Executive Director of beginning May 2017. n Officer, Automotive Group, Naza Cor- forward to working closely with Mo- Mobilub Trading Sdn. Bhd. n MBM INTRODUCES PERODUA TOTAL PROTECT MORE INSURANCE Perodua and its insurance panel of- to terms and conditions. ficially launched a “Perodua Total Pro- Another advance feature is the OPTIONS tect” motor insurance programme on emergency evacuation services 20th April 2017 which provides addi- whereby the Auto Assist team will of- Driving innovation in automotive understanding our customers’ financial tional benefits and long term protection fer medical evacuation from accident financing, Mercedes-Benz Services Ma- backgrounds and needs. Essentially, cus- for their customers. It offers full cover- scene to any hospital or medical facil- laysia Sdn. Bhd. (MBSM) is raising the tomers now have the freedom to choose age of the sum insured for the first five ity nearby. The Auto Assist member or game with more options for customers to the terms of their financing plan; from years of the vehicle’s age. its authorised driver is also eligible for finance and protect their prized Mercedes- the size of their down payment and the “In the event of a total loss or theft emergency medical services under the Benz vehicles. Leveraging on its menu duration of their contract, to determining the customer is entitled for the full sum programme. The Auto Assist team will selling strategy, MBSM introduced in their monthly payments,” MBSM Manag- insured and not based on market value also contact members of the family or May 2017 Return To Invoice (RTI) in- ing Director, Mr. Mike Ponnaz explained. at the time of the loss,” said Perodua loved ones as a complementary service surance and Tyre and Rim insurance op- Taking it a step further, customers fi- Sales Sdn. Bhd. Managing Director when utilising the emergency evacua- tions for customers to complement their nanced under MBSM enjoy a number of YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Zahari Husin. tion services. standard comprehensive motor insurance. options at the end of their contract period; The “Perodua Total Protect” offers When waiting for repairs, the Per- “The seamless Mercedes-Benz experi- whether it is to keep their vehicle by pay- 10 years’ coverage on access, loading odua Total Protect also offers alterna- ence continues with us as the in-house ing the residual value utilising follow-up and betterment. In addition, this pro- tive transport assistance by providing financing and insurance expert. Our financing, or return the vehicle and im- gramme also give advanced Auto As- discounts for car rental services of up strength in developing innovative financ- mediately upgrade to the latest Mercedes- sist free towing service coverage that to 30% and even free hotel accommo- ing and insurance solutions comes from Benz model. n includes a 24/7 coverage assist subject dations for accident cases. n SCANIA FOR TEO TUAN KWEE NISSAN SAFETY CAMPAIGN 2017 WIth almost four decades of experience in edaran Sdn Bhd Bahru, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. Additionally, a host of safety activities • Impaired Vision Experience: experi- the transportation industry, Teo Tuan Kwee (ETCM) launched on 7th June 2017 its ever “At ETCM, our customers’ safety is await visitors in all carnival events which ence and understand the potential Sdn. Bhd. (TTK) knows what works best so popular NISSAN Safety Campaign to edu- also our priority. Through this Safety Cam- includes; danger of vision impairment especial- it says a lot when the company has opted cate with road safety knowl- paign, we aim to share and communicate • Takata Airbag Inflator replacement: ly under influence of alcohol to buy another 50 Scania trucks to join the edge through fun and creative activities. key safety messages and awareness to road free replacement for affected NISSAN • Child Seat Presentation: a session existing 182 Scania trucks it already owns. This year’s campaign will be conduct- users. Taking this opportunity, we wish vehicles that demonstrates the importance Operating a predominantly Scania fleet, ed simultaneously with ETCM’s Nation- our customers a safe journey home dur- • Blind Parking Experience: enhance of a child seat, and its proper instal- TTK specialises in services such as palm oil wide Test Drive Carnival, The first session ing their Raya travelling period” said Mr. parking skills through NISSAN’s first lation method in vehicle. This work- tanker transportation, bonded lorry tankers, out of 7 series was held on 10 and 11 June Christopher Tan, Sales and Marketing Di- 360° Intelligent Around View Monitor shop only available in ETCM Petaling cargo transportation and container haulage 2017 at Petaling Jaya, Butterworth, rector, ETCM. with NISSAN X-Trail Jaya. n and this is one of the largest ever orders in Malaysia from the Swedish company. “The vision is for TTK to become an for its long-haul operations and for the long MBM ENLIGHTENS outstanding and reputable logistics com- haul. It is investing in the total operating PROTON BANK pany in Malaysia and Singapore in next economy that Scania offers to create the MAA MEMBERS 5 years,” said TTK director Mr. Teo Chee best profitability for our customers,” said BOMBA MUAMALAT Ben in Johor Bahru when receiving the lat- Managing Director, Scania Southeast Asia, est batch comprising 26 units of the Scania Ms Marie Sjödin Enström. PERSONNEL ON EV OFFER FREE HARI CYCLING EVENT G410LA6x2MSZ truck. “This is achieved through Scania’s sus- With its latest acquisition – facilitated tainable transport solutions,” she added. RAYA VEHICLE CHECKS the inaugural “Jom Kayuh Mesra Alam” by Scania Credit – TTK is also the first com- TTK’s new trucks also come with the two- Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM), con- and continues to be, a strong supporter of cycling event was held at PROTON City, pany in the southern region to acquire the year free Scania Maintenance package, two ducted its High Voltage Vehicle Introduc- the nation’s ambitions of becoming an EEV as part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme of MAA Members, many Tanjung Malim, Darul Ridzuan on Scania G-series trucks, which it will be us- years of free 24/7 Scania Assistance and tion Training course to 40 Fire and Rescue hub. Today is another example of our com- of them conducted Hari Raya Aidilfitri pre-journey checks from as early as a month before 14th May 2017. Jointly organised by PRO- ing for its long-haul operations. a ten-year free Fleet Management System (Bomba) personnel on 5th June 2017 at the mitment in action. We are very happy for the exodus of millions of vehicles in the annual ‘balik kampung’ trip. TON Holdings Bhd (“PROTON”) and Bank “We are proud to be a partner of TTK (FMS). n MBM Training Academy to impart relevant this opportunity to work with our national At the same time, discounts of maintenance items were also given to encourage vehi- Muamalat Malaysia Bhd (“BMMB”), it at- technical and practical know-how in han- heroes from Bomba to put in place a crucial cle owners to keep their vehicles in tip top roadworthy conditions. n tracted about 1,500 cyclists. the family members accompanying the dling emergencies involving Hybrid Electric support system, thus creating a conducive “When Bank Muamalat gave us this participants to enjoy, culminating in the Vehicles (HEVs), and Plug-InElectric Vehi- ecosystem for EEVs and drivers,” said Mer- idea to use our vicinity in Tanjung Malim lucky draw event with attractive prizes cles (PHEVs). cedes- Benz Malaysia President and CEO, for a cycling event, we instantly took on including holiday packages, bicycles and “Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has been, Dr. Claus Weidner. n the idea as we were aware that there is a accessories, hampers and electrical items. TOYOTA GAZOO RACING large cycling following in Malaysia but not “We are honoured to be given the op- the Malaysian motor racing scene is all that many are organised away from KL or portunity to co-organise this with Bank set to get revved up with a new racing for- . Muamalat as a company within the DRB- ISUZU mula that will thrill spectators like never To PROTON, it is like giving back to so- HICOM Group. Not only were we able to before – the Toyota Vios Challenge one ciety in providing the Tanjung Malim com- attract respectable number of participants make race is on its way and will be the munity an opportunity to participate in this and visitors alike to the event, we were DURA-MILES feature event at the coming TOYOTA GA- event whilst also allowing avid cyclists out- also able to promote healthy lifestyle to the ZOO Racing (TGR) Racing Festival. side of Tanjung Malim to enjoy the pristine employees of DRB-HICOM Group,” YBhg. The Vios Challenge will see a field of scenery of Proton City in Tanjung Malim. Dato’ Fuaad added. 30 drivers in identical race-prepared Toy- We even have local celebrities, YBhg. Dato’ YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mohd Redza Shah ota Vios, competing for top honours and Siti Nurhaliza and YBhg. Dato’ Amy Search Abdul Wahid, Chief Executive Officer of 2017 the grand championship prize, which will younger and more dynamic drivers espe- cycling with the participants. The event BMMB said, ”The PROTON Bank Mua- be announced later, over a series of four cially when they watch it race on a street also provided a mini carnival atmosphere, malat Jom Kayuh Mesra Alam is our first Sdn. Bhd. (IMSB) or- events run on specially-created street cir- circuit,” said Mr Ravindran Kurusamy, making it a fun outing for families,” said ever cycling event co-organised with PRO- ganised on 20th May 2017 the Dura-Miles cuits in , and Johor. President of UMW Toyota Motor. YBhg. Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, Chief TON. We hope it will be an annual event, Challenge 2017 in Kuching, Sarawak to ly its fuel efficiency. To push our product The first event is scheduled to be held in Mr. Ravindran also thanked the spon- Executive Officer of PROTON. looking at the success rate this year. As its TKSC RECEIVES showcase the fuel efficiency of the award- limit, we did our third attempt to test our August this year with the championship sors who have come on board in support The first category was flagged off at objective is to promote a healthy lifestyle, winning D-Max as well as to stay connected D-Max fuel efficiency in Dura-Miles Chal- stretching through to the first quarter of of the Vios Challenge including Toyo Tyres, 8.00 am and the first rider crossed the fin- we envision this event to attract a variety MERCEDES-BENZ TRUCKS to their loyal customers. About 29 custom- lenge 2015. We have driven to Bangkok and 2018. Denso, TRD Asia, Enkei, Moty’s, Drive M7 ish line at 9.30am and received their med- of people ranging from serious competitive The launch of hap Seng Commercial Vehicle (hSCV) Ipoh also marked thedelivery of 16 ers took part in the challenge. travelled across 3 countries in 4 days with UMW Toyota Motor also announced Energy Drinks, and Toyota Capital Services als. The carnival continued until noon with cyclists, leisure cyclists as well as families units of Mercedes-Benz Actros 3340S 6x4 prime movers to TKSC Trading & Transport The route started in “Taman Rekriasi just one full tank of diesel. The distance on 4th April 2017 the participation of eight who have helped make the vision of the many on-ground activities for the rest of with children.” n Sdn. Bhd. A Mercedes-Benz customer since 2013, TKSC Trading & Transport Sdn. Bhd. has Batu Kawah (MJC)” to Sematan Palm covered is 1,809 km which averages at 24 A-list local celebrities who will be making one make race a possibility. purchased more than 70 Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks. n Beach Resort, and back to MJC, a distance km per litre of fuel. Thus far, our D-Max their racing debut in the series, adding to “Motor racing has been an integral part of approximately 208 km, taking 4 hours to has never failed to impress us in terms of its the glamour and excitement of the event. of Toyota’s DNA since its inception. Our complete. The driver who completed the economical fuel consumption.” Executive “The sporty, fun and vibrant character success in the various disciplines of mo- PERODUA ECO CHALLENGE 2017 entire journey with the lowest fuel con- Director of IMSB Mr. Hajime Machimura of the Toyota Vios has been understated torsport means we have been able to de- sumption was declared the winner. The winner of 2.5-litre engine category at times and in line with our ‘All About velop better products and technologies for the Perodua Eco Challenge 2017 (PEC MAZDA MOBILE SERVICE “From year to year, our D-Max innova- was Mr. Jerry Anak Wan Jok who travelled The Drive’ campaign, we believe that the our customers and for our future,” added 2017), one of Perodua’s main Corporate Re- BerMaz is adopting strategic respon- tion and evolution has made it a preferred 208 km with only 10.62 litres of diesel. For Vios Challenge will be able to effectively Deputy Chairman of UMW Toyota Mr. Akio sponsibility programmes, has on 9th June siveness and organisational flexibility by pickup truck for motorists due to its perfor- 3.0-litre engine category, Mr. Ng Quek Peng help us appeal these characteristics to our Takeyama. n 2017 moved into its second phase where the launching its Mazda Mobile Service Unit mance, comfort, dependability and certain- was a winner with 12.33 litres of diesel. n participants from 10 selected institutions of and brings customers servicing to a whole higher learning will begin to develop parts new level by providing owners conveni- and accessories to compete in the final ent car servicing and maintenance at their PORSCHE DRIVING ENHANCED round of PEC 2017 in November this year. doorstep. Porsche Asia Pacific started on 8th race tracks in Asia with the guidance of our The 10 selected institutions of higher enter a real working environment in the fu- “With the increasing Mazda population MBM May 2017 its Porsche Driving Experience Porsche certified instructors. I warmly invite learning are Universiti Teknologi Malaysia ture.” Perodua President & Chief Executive on the road, we see a need in the after-sales at Sepang International Circuit, a unique anybody interested to register straightaway, (UTM), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Officer, YBhg. Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid service expansion programme, not only by CLOSER programme catered for drivers who want as there are limited slots available for this University Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), Univer- Salleh said. increasing the number of workshop out- to take their skills to the next level, step- highly requested programme.” siti Teknologi (UTP), Universiti For this year’s challenge, the partici- lets but exploring ways of providing after- vice Unit carries an extensive list of equip- TIES by-step. The Co-pilot course starts from Malaya (UM), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia pants will focus more in research and devel- sales servicing to owners at the conveni- ment which includes a fully equipped tool Mr. Martin Limpert, Managing Direc- RM750.00 while participating at the levels Melaka (UTeM), Politeknik Ungku Omar opment (R&D) and will work closely with ence and comfort of their own home. The set, 2.5 ton aluminium quick-jack capable WITH tor of Porsche Asia Pacific, said, “This is equivalent to the popular Porsche Sport (PUO), Universiti Malaysia (UMP), Perodua’s R&D team as well as Perodua’s Mazda Mobile Service Unit will be backed of lifting a CX-5 and BT-50, the Mazda Mo- a milestone which we at Porsche Asia Pa- Driving School, the beginner Warm-up Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and vendors to produce prototype parts and ac- by well-trained mechanics and technicians bile Diagnostic System (MMDS) to conduct MAI cific have always envisioned for the region, course starts from RM7,500.00. Cars used in Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) cessories with more of a process develop- that have conformed to Mazda SOPs and assessments on various electronic circuits, and I am thrilled that it is finally coming the courses can be the participants’ own ve- “In this phase, the students will get into ment theme incorporated in the challenge. are fully endorsed by Bermaz,” said YBhg. a generator on-board for electricity con- MBM signed on 5th June 2017, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malaysia to fruition. There are numerous Porsche hicle or provided by Porsche Asia Pacific.n a real part and accessories processing and Once the prototype is completed, the Dato Sri Ben Yeoh, CEO of Bermaz Motor. sumption and many more. Automotive Institute (MAI), represented by CeO, YBhg. Dato’ Madani Sahari. Aimed enthusiasts in the Asia Pacific region, both exercise assisted by mentors from planning, component will be reviewed by a team of The services rendered are providing The Mazda Mobile Service Unit with at fostering closer working ties between MAI and MBM. The MoU further reinforces owners and fans alike, who have asked for build the prototype, testing, upgrading until judges in November 2017. Marks will be scheduled maintenance for vehicles within an investment of RM500.000.00 has placed MBM’s commitment to the Malaysian , specifically in the area of a way to experience the full potential of our the final design. Through this process, they given on a stage-to-stage basis, where the the 3 years/60,000km time period, inspec- Mazda as the first in the automotive brand sustainable talent development. Consequently, the Mercedes-Benz Advanced Modern cars without the need to travel to faraway can try to adapt and adopt what they have institutions will be evaluated based on their tion and replacement of battery, wiper to venture into this new business agility. It Apprenticeship Programme will be accredited by MAI, adding to its existing impressive places. They would now have easy and learned in class. All the processes they go progress and team participation. The win- blades, brake pads, brake fluids and auto- is currently only available in the Klang Val- line-up of national and global accreditations. n convenient access to drive some of the best through in this competition will help them ner will be announced to win a total prize transmission fluid. The Mazda Mobile Ser- ley and Penang region. n sports cars in the world in one of the best to be more confident and more prepared to worth RM85,000.00. n SCANIA FOR TEO TUAN KWEE NISSAN SAFETY CAMPAIGN 2017 WIth almost four decades of experience in edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd Bahru, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. Additionally, a host of safety activities • Impaired Vision Experience: experi- the transportation industry, Teo Tuan Kwee (ETCM) launched on 7th June 2017 its ever “At ETCM, our customers’ safety is await visitors in all carnival events which ence and understand the potential Sdn. Bhd. (TTK) knows what works best so popular NISSAN Safety Campaign to edu- also our priority. Through this Safety Cam- includes; danger of vision impairment especial- it says a lot when the company has opted cate Malaysians with road safety knowl- paign, we aim to share and communicate • Takata Airbag Inflator replacement: ly under influence of alcohol to buy another 50 Scania trucks to join the edge through fun and creative activities. key safety messages and awareness to road free replacement for affected NISSAN • Child Seat Presentation: a session existing 182 Scania trucks it already owns. This year’s campaign will be conduct- users. Taking this opportunity, we wish vehicles that demonstrates the importance Operating a predominantly Scania fleet, ed simultaneously with ETCM’s Nation- our customers a safe journey home dur- • Blind Parking Experience: enhance of a child seat, and its proper instal- TTK specialises in services such as palm oil wide Test Drive Carnival, The first session ing their Raya travelling period” said Mr. parking skills through NISSAN’s first lation method in vehicle. This work- tanker transportation, bonded lorry tankers, out of 7 series was held on 10 and 11 June Christopher Tan, Sales and Marketing Di- 360° Intelligent Around View Monitor shop only available in ETCM Petaling cargo transportation and container haulage 2017 at Petaling Jaya, Butterworth, Johor rector, ETCM. with NISSAN X-Trail Jaya. n and this is one of the largest ever orders in Malaysia from the Swedish company. “The vision is for TTK to become an for its long-haul operations and for the long MBM ENLIGHTENS outstanding and reputable logistics com- haul. It is investing in the total operating PROTON BANK pany in Malaysia and Singapore in next economy that Scania offers to create the MAA MEMBERS 5 years,” said TTK director Mr. Teo Chee best profitability for our customers,” said BOMBA MUAMALAT Ben in Johor Bahru when receiving the lat- Managing Director, Scania Southeast Asia, est batch comprising 26 units of the Scania Ms Marie Sjödin Enström. PERSONNEL ON EV OFFER FREE HARI CYCLING EVENT G410LA6x2MSZ truck. “This is achieved through Scania’s sus- With its latest acquisition – facilitated tainable transport solutions,” she added. RAYA VEHICLE CHECKS the inaugural “Jom Kayuh Mesra Alam” by Scania Credit – TTK is also the first com- TTK’s new trucks also come with the two- Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM), con- and continues to be, a strong supporter of cycling event was held at PROTON City, pany in the southern region to acquire the year free Scania Maintenance package, two ducted its High Voltage Vehicle Introduc- the nation’s ambitions of becoming an EEV as part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme of MAA Members, many Tanjung Malim, Perak Darul Ridzuan on Scania G-series trucks, which it will be us- years of free 24/7 Scania Assistance and tion Training course to 40 Fire and Rescue hub. Today is another example of our com- of them conducted Hari Raya Aidilfitri pre-journey checks from as early as a month before 14th May 2017. Jointly organised by PRO- ing for its long-haul operations. a ten-year free Fleet Management System (Bomba) personnel on 5th June 2017 at the mitment in action. We are very happy for the exodus of millions of vehicles in the annual ‘balik kampung’ trip. TON Holdings Bhd (“PROTON”) and Bank “We are proud to be a partner of TTK (FMS). n MBM Training Academy to impart relevant this opportunity to work with our national At the same time, discounts of maintenance items were also given to encourage vehi- Muamalat Malaysia Bhd (“BMMB”), it at- technical and practical know-how in han- heroes from Bomba to put in place a crucial cle owners to keep their vehicles in tip top roadworthy conditions. n tracted about 1,500 cyclists. the family members accompanying the dling emergencies involving Hybrid Electric support system, thus creating a conducive “When Bank Muamalat gave us this participants to enjoy, culminating in the Vehicles (HEVs), and Plug-InElectric Vehi- ecosystem for EEVs and drivers,” said Mer- idea to use our vicinity in Tanjung Malim lucky draw event with attractive prizes cles (PHEVs). cedes- Benz Malaysia President and CEO, for a cycling event, we instantly took on including holiday packages, bicycles and “Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has been, Dr. Claus Weidner. n the idea as we were aware that there is a accessories, hampers and electrical items. TOYOTA GAZOO RACING large cycling following in Malaysia but not “We are honoured to be given the op- the Malaysian motor racing scene is all that many are organised away from KL or portunity to co-organise this with Bank set to get revved up with a new racing for- Selangor. Muamalat as a company within the DRB- ISUZU mula that will thrill spectators like never To PROTON, it is like giving back to so- HICOM Group. Not only were we able to before – the Toyota Vios Challenge one ciety in providing the Tanjung Malim com- attract respectable number of participants make race is on its way and will be the munity an opportunity to participate in this and visitors alike to the event, we were DURA-MILES feature event at the coming TOYOTA GA- event whilst also allowing avid cyclists out- also able to promote healthy lifestyle to the ZOO Racing (TGR) Racing Festival. side of Tanjung Malim to enjoy the pristine employees of DRB-HICOM Group,” YBhg. SARAWAK The Vios Challenge will see a field of scenery of Proton City in Tanjung Malim. Dato’ Fuaad added. 30 drivers in identical race-prepared Toy- We even have local celebrities, YBhg. Dato’ YBhg. Dato’ Haji Mohd Redza Shah ota Vios, competing for top honours and Siti Nurhaliza and YBhg. Dato’ Amy Search Abdul Wahid, Chief Executive Officer of 2017 the grand championship prize, which will younger and more dynamic drivers espe- cycling with the participants. The event BMMB said, ”The PROTON Bank Mua- be announced later, over a series of four cially when they watch it race on a street also provided a mini carnival atmosphere, malat Jom Kayuh Mesra Alam is our first Isuzu Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (IMSB) or- events run on specially-created street cir- circuit,” said Mr Ravindran Kurusamy, making it a fun outing for families,” said ever cycling event co-organised with PRO- ganised on 20th May 2017 the Dura-Miles cuits in Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor. President of UMW Toyota Motor. YBhg. Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, Chief TON. We hope it will be an annual event, Challenge 2017 in Kuching, Sarawak to ly its fuel efficiency. To push our product The first event is scheduled to be held in Mr. Ravindran also thanked the spon- Executive Officer of PROTON. looking at the success rate this year. As its TKSC RECEIVES showcase the fuel efficiency of the award- limit, we did our third attempt to test our August this year with the championship sors who have come on board in support The first category was flagged off at objective is to promote a healthy lifestyle, winning D-Max as well as to stay connected D-Max fuel efficiency in Dura-Miles Chal- stretching through to the first quarter of of the Vios Challenge including Toyo Tyres, 8.00 am and the first rider crossed the fin- we envision this event to attract a variety MERCEDES-BENZ TRUCKS to their loyal customers. About 29 custom- lenge 2015. We have driven to Bangkok and 2018. Denso, TRD Asia, Enkei, Moty’s, Drive M7 ish line at 9.30am and received their med- of people ranging from serious competitive The launch of hap Seng Commercial Vehicle (hSCV) Ipoh also marked thedelivery of 16 ers took part in the challenge. travelled across 3 countries in 4 days with UMW Toyota Motor also announced Energy Drinks, and Toyota Capital Services als. The carnival continued until noon with cyclists, leisure cyclists as well as families units of Mercedes-Benz Actros 3340S 6x4 prime movers to TKSC Trading & Transport The route started in “Taman Rekriasi just one full tank of diesel. The distance on 4th April 2017 the participation of eight who have helped make the vision of the many on-ground activities for the rest of with children.” n Sdn. Bhd. A Mercedes-Benz customer since 2013, TKSC Trading & Transport Sdn. Bhd. has Batu Kawah (MJC)” to Sematan Palm covered is 1,809 km which averages at 24 A-list local celebrities who will be making one make race a possibility. purchased more than 70 Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks. n Beach Resort, and back to MJC, a distance km per litre of fuel. Thus far, our D-Max their racing debut in the series, adding to “Motor racing has been an integral part of approximately 208 km, taking 4 hours to has never failed to impress us in terms of its the glamour and excitement of the event. of Toyota’s DNA since its inception. Our complete. The driver who completed the economical fuel consumption.” Executive “The sporty, fun and vibrant character success in the various disciplines of mo- PERODUA ECO CHALLENGE 2017 entire journey with the lowest fuel con- Director of IMSB Mr. Hajime Machimura of the Toyota Vios has been understated torsport means we have been able to de- sumption was declared the winner. The winner of 2.5-litre engine category at times and in line with our ‘All About velop better products and technologies for the Perodua Eco Challenge 2017 (PEC MAZDA MOBILE SERVICE “From year to year, our D-Max innova- was Mr. Jerry Anak Wan Jok who travelled The Drive’ campaign, we believe that the our customers and for our future,” added 2017), one of Perodua’s main Corporate Re- BerMaz is adopting strategic respon- tion and evolution has made it a preferred 208 km with only 10.62 litres of diesel. For Vios Challenge will be able to effectively Deputy Chairman of UMW Toyota Mr. Akio sponsibility programmes, has on 9th June siveness and organisational flexibility by pickup truck for motorists due to its perfor- 3.0-litre engine category, Mr. Ng Quek Peng help us appeal these characteristics to our Takeyama. n 2017 moved into its second phase where the launching its Mazda Mobile Service Unit mance, comfort, dependability and certain- was a winner with 12.33 litres of diesel. n participants from 10 selected institutions of and brings customers servicing to a whole higher learning will begin to develop parts new level by providing owners conveni- and accessories to compete in the final ent car servicing and maintenance at their PORSCHE DRIVING ENHANCED round of PEC 2017 in November this year. doorstep. Porsche Asia Pacific started on 8th race tracks in Asia with the guidance of our The 10 selected institutions of higher enter a real working environment in the fu- “With the increasing Mazda population MBM May 2017 its Porsche Driving Experience Porsche certified instructors. I warmly invite learning are Universiti Teknologi Malaysia ture.” Perodua President & Chief Executive on the road, we see a need in the after-sales at Sepang International Circuit, a unique anybody interested to register straightaway, (UTM), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Officer, YBhg. Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid service expansion programme, not only by CLOSER programme catered for drivers who want as there are limited slots available for this University Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), Univer- Salleh said. increasing the number of workshop out- to take their skills to the next level, step- highly requested programme.” siti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Universiti For this year’s challenge, the partici- lets but exploring ways of providing after- vice Unit carries an extensive list of equip- TIES by-step. The Co-pilot course starts from Malaya (UM), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia pants will focus more in research and devel- sales servicing to owners at the conveni- ment which includes a fully equipped tool Mr. Martin Limpert, Managing Direc- RM750.00 while participating at the levels Melaka (UTeM), Politeknik Ungku Omar opment (R&D) and will work closely with ence and comfort of their own home. The set, 2.5 ton aluminium quick-jack capable WITH tor of Porsche Asia Pacific, said, “This is equivalent to the popular Porsche Sport (PUO), Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP), Perodua’s R&D team as well as Perodua’s Mazda Mobile Service Unit will be backed of lifting a CX-5 and BT-50, the Mazda Mo- a milestone which we at Porsche Asia Pa- Driving School, the beginner Warm-up Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and vendors to produce prototype parts and ac- by well-trained mechanics and technicians bile Diagnostic System (MMDS) to conduct MAI cific have always envisioned for the region, course starts from RM7,500.00. Cars used in Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) cessories with more of a process develop- that have conformed to Mazda SOPs and assessments on various electronic circuits, and I am thrilled that it is finally coming the courses can be the participants’ own ve- “In this phase, the students will get into ment theme incorporated in the challenge. are fully endorsed by Bermaz,” said YBhg. a generator on-board for electricity con- MBM signed on 5th June 2017, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malaysia to fruition. There are numerous Porsche hicle or provided by Porsche Asia Pacific.n a real part and accessories processing and Once the prototype is completed, the Dato Sri Ben Yeoh, CEO of Bermaz Motor. sumption and many more. Automotive Institute (MAI), represented by CeO, YBhg. Dato’ Madani Sahari. Aimed enthusiasts in the Asia Pacific region, both exercise assisted by mentors from planning, component will be reviewed by a team of The services rendered are providing The Mazda Mobile Service Unit with at fostering closer working ties between MAI and MBM. The MoU further reinforces owners and fans alike, who have asked for build the prototype, testing, upgrading until judges in November 2017. Marks will be scheduled maintenance for vehicles within an investment of RM500.000.00 has placed MBM’s commitment to the Malaysian automotive industry, specifically in the area of a way to experience the full potential of our the final design. Through this process, they given on a stage-to-stage basis, where the the 3 years/60,000km time period, inspec- Mazda as the first in the automotive brand sustainable talent development. Consequently, the Mercedes-Benz Advanced Modern cars without the need to travel to faraway can try to adapt and adopt what they have institutions will be evaluated based on their tion and replacement of battery, wiper to venture into this new business agility. It Apprenticeship Programme will be accredited by MAI, adding to its existing impressive places. They would now have easy and learned in class. All the processes they go progress and team participation. The win- blades, brake pads, brake fluids and auto- is currently only available in the Klang Val- line-up of national and global accreditations. n convenient access to drive some of the best through in this competition will help them ner will be announced to win a total prize transmission fluid. The Mazda Mobile Ser- ley and Penang region. n sports cars in the world in one of the best to be more confident and more prepared to worth RM85,000.00. n

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TOYOTA@KUCHING PORSCHE PANAMERA MAZDA CX9 FORD@TAIPING Date: 27th April 2017 Official Opening: 20th April 2017 Date: 1st April 2017 Official Opening: 22nd May 2017 Prices (OTR w/ Prices (OTR): Status: B&P Centre o Ins.): – From RM 890,000.00 2WD – RM316,788.00 Status: Upgraded 3S Centre Operated By: Boulevard Jaya 4WD – RM333,129.00 Operated By: Acecourt Auto Sdn. Bhd. Investment Cost: RM16 Million VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Investment Cost: RM1.5 Million Date: 5th April 2017 NISSAN X-TRAIL AERO EDITION Prices (OTR): Date: 2nd May 2017 Comfortline – RM148,990.00 Prices (OTR w/o Ins.): Highline – RM168,888.00 2.0L 2WD Aero Edition – RM141,428.96 MINI COOPER COUNTRYMAN 2.5L 4WD Aero Date: 14th April 2017 Edition – RM163,616.06 Prices (OTR w/o Ins.): Cooper VOLKSWAGEN POLO ALLSTAR Countryman – RM239,888.00 Date: 11th May 2017 ISUZU@SHAH ALAM Cooper S Price (OTR): – RM72,888.00 Official Opening: 23rd May 2017 HONDA@TEBRAU Countryman – RM269,888.00 Official Opening: 21st April 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG Status: 3S Centre Status: 4S Centre AUDI A4 Date: 12th May 2017 Operated By: Isuzu Malaysia & Automotive Operated By: Kah Motor Sdn. Bhd. Date: 19th April 2017 Prices (OTR w/o Ins.): Corporation Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Prices (OTR): C43 Matic – RM499,888.00 1.4 TFSI – RM218,900.00 C43 4Matic 2.0 TFSI Tech pack Coupe – RM548,888.00 – RM273,900.00 GLC 43 4Matic – RM538,888.00 2.0 TFSI Quattro GLC 43 4Matic – RM314,900.00 Coupe – RM580,888.00 SLC 43 – RM570,888.00 BMW 740Le xDRIVE E43 Matic – RM658,888.00 Date: 19th April 2017 Prices OPTIMA GT MERCEDES-BENZ@KOTA TINGGI (OTR w/o Ins.): – RM598,800.00 Date: 25th May 2017 FORD@IPOH Official Opening: 28th April 2017 Prices (OTR): – RM179,888.00 Official Opening: 2nd June 2017 Status: 3S Centre MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Status: Upgraded 3S Centre Operated By: Hap Seng Star Date: 20th April 2017 VOLKSWAGEN Operated By: SNS Kembara Utama Sdn. E200 Avantgarde Date: 24th May 2017 Investment Cost: RM3.6 Million – RM348,888.00 Prices (OTR): Bhd. E250 Avantgarde Vento ALLSTAR – RM78,888.00 – RM378,888.00 Vento GT – RM89,888.00 E250 Exclusive – RM383,888.00 New Beetle – RM136,888.00

KIA TURBO DIESEL HONDA JAZZ Date: 25th April 2017 Date: 6th June 2017 Prices (OTR): Prices (OTR): Sportage GT S – RM74,800.00 Turbo Diesel – RM159,888.00 E – RM81,000.00 Sorento HS Hybrid – RM87,500.00 MERCEDES-BENZ@IPOH Turbo Diesel – RM191,888.00 V – RM88,400.00 MERCEDES-BENZ@KUCHING Official Opening: 3rd May 2017 MAZDA3 DS 5 Official Opening: 7th June 2017 Status: CV Centre Date: 27th April 2017 Date: 15th June 2017 Status: CV Centre Operated By: Hap Seng Star Prices (OTR): Price (OTR): – RM198,888.00 Operated By: Hap Seng Star 2.0 SDN (GL) SKYACTIV (A) – RM113,998.79 VOLVO V40 T5 2.0 SDN High Date: 19th June 2017 SKYACTIV – RM129,412.19 Price (OTR w/o Ins.): HONDA@MELAKA 2.0 HB High – RM180,888.00 Date: 29th June 2017 SKYACTIV – RM132,494.87 Status: 2S & B&P Centre

MAZDA MX5RF Operated By: Kah Motor Sdn. Bhd. Date: 27th April 2017 BMW@SENAI Price (OTR): – RM284,182.65 Official Opening: 11th May 2017 HONDA@PENANG Status: Regional Parts Distribution Centre Date: 29th June 2017 Operated By: BMW Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (Note: Prices are valid for W.Malaysia, private registration and Status: 2S & B&P Centre Investment Cost: RM130 Million subject to change without notice.) Operated By: JM Motor Services Sdn. Bhd. V40_FL_Berita MAA.pdf 1 6/21/17 9:14 PM

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May-17 8-10 May 18th MRA Task Force & 25th APWG Meeting, Siem Reap 10-May Asean Automotive Federation TC 1 & AAF Council Meeting, Hanoi 11-12 May 26th APEC Automotive Dialogue, Hanoi 13-14 May iCar.my MAA Drive 2017, Shah Alam 24-May VTREC Board meeting 30-May SIRIM Technical Commmittee ISC L meeting Jun-17 20-Jun Launching of MITI Annual Report 2016

Printed by Sylog Print Systems Sdn. Bhd. (166439-T), 19&20, Blk. C, Lot 757, Jln. Subang 3, Persiaran Subang, 47610 Subang, Selangor D.E. (No. KDN Lesen: 047507) PEUGEOT OFFICIAL HRH SULTAN CAR FOR KL GAMES SELANGOR OPENS 2017 Nasim Sdn. Bhd., a member of the Naza Corporation Holdings and the official dis- PERODUA MOSQUE tributor of Peugeot vehicles in Malaysia together with Naza Corporation Holdings, signalled their ambitions to become a ma- His Royal Highness Sultan Sharafuddin jor driving force behind the Kuala Lumpur Idris Shah Al-Haj Ibni Almarhum Sultan 2017 games by providing a record 298 fleet Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Al-Haj, the cars of the Peugeot 408, 508 and the Travel- Sultan of Selangor, officiated on 12th May ler range at the fleet handover ceremony. 2017 Masjid Perodua, the first Masjid to On hand to receive the sponsorship on be built by a corporate entity in the Hulu 25th May 2017 was Minister of Youth and BMW SPONSORS Selangor district. Sports, YB Brig. Gen. “Masjid Perodua can accommodate accompanied by officials from his Ministry, ISAM EFFORTS a total of 3,000 worshipers at any given Malaysia Organising Committee for KL2017 prayer and was designed with functionali- games (MASOC) and Olympic Council of BMW Group Malaysia on 22nd June 2017 ty and efficiency in mind,” Perodua Chair- Malaysia. announced its commitment to support the man, YBhg. Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin “It is an honour for Naza to be part of Malaysian National Team in Figure Skat- said. “In total, we have invested RM39 this spectacle, and we hope that these 298 ing and Short Track Speed Skating from million for the Masjid, Perodua Child De- cars would deliver prestige, quality and a the Ice Skating Association of Malaysia velopment Centre and connecting road for spectacular driving and passenger experi- (ISAM) in their bid to qualify for the Win- the benefit of our staff and the commu- ence for all at the KL2017,” said En. SM ter Olympics in 2018. The premium au- nity,” he added. He also waqaf (endowed) Nasarudin Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, Group tomaker’s commitment with ISAM begins the Masjid to a state religious body rep- Azmin Ali; Perodua President and Chief Executive Chairman/Group CEO, Naza at the 29th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games resented by the HRH Sultan of Selangor. Executive Officer, YBhg. Datuk (Dr) Ami- Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd. “Naza’s KL 2017 where the Malaysian National The official opening of the Masjid was nar Rashid Salleh, as well as representa- theme of Driving Champions (#Driving- Team aspires to bring home gold medals attended by the Right Honourable Menteri tives from Federal, State and Local Gov- Champions) signifies our proud efforts to for the sport of figure skating and speed Besar Selangor, YAB Dato’ Seri Mohamed ernment as well as their agencies. n be part of the nation’s history and ambi- skating. tion to be champions of both the 29th SEA At the ceremony, YB Brig. Gen. Khairy Games and the 9th Para Games,” he added. Jamaluddin, Minister of Youth and Sports “We are proud to have Naza and Malaysia said, “Our athletes have always Peugeot as a Platinum Sponsor of the KL shown passion and ambition to excel – 2017. Peugeot is an established premium qualities that give me great confidence PROTON-ZGH TIE UP automotive brand that has been support- in their potential to go far in the interna- ing various sporting events across the tional sporting arena. It is really good to DRB-HICOM Berhad (the Group) signed world and we are proud to have them as see that private multinational companies the Definitive Agreement on 23rd June part of this remarkable journey,” said YB such as BMW Group Malaysia share the 2017 for China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Brig. Gen. Khairy. same view point of our local sportsmen Group (ZGH) to take 49.9% equity in Ma- Besides the official cars, Peugeot also and sportswomen. As we get closer to the laysia’s first carmaker, launched the pledge car which is the upcoming SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur Berhad (PROTON). On the same day, the Peugeot 208 -- that will be used as vehicles and the qualifications for the Winter Group also sold its entire stake in Lotus to unify the nation in support of our Malay- Olympics in 2018, I would like to urge Advance Technology Sdn. Bhd. to ZGH sian athletes at the KL2017. YB Brig. Gen. fellow Malaysians to get behind the Ma- and Etika Automotive Sdn. Bhd. The sign- Khairy had the honour of placing his sig- laysian National team and show your sup- ing took place exactly 30 days after both nature first on the pledge car, followed by port to give them that extra boost for their parties signed a Heads of Agreement on share domestically. With the joint capa- En. SM Nasarudin Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, ambitions.” the deal in . bilities of both companies, I am positive Group Executive Chairman/Group CEO of Mr. Han Sang Yun, Managing Director The signing was presided over by that we will be able to impact the market Naza Corporation Holdings, YBhg. Datuk and CEO of BMW Group Malaysia said, Prime Minister YAB Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib positively, by coming out with products Wira SM Faisal Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, “As a brand, we have always strongly Tun Abdul Razak, along with DRB-HICOM that meet market preferences in terms of Group Executive Chairman/Group CEO, believed in supporting sporting initia- Chairman, Brig. Gen. (K) Tan Sri Dato’ Sri design and quality,” he added. Naza World Group of Companies and En. tives for its potential to inspire, challenge Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil and ZGH Chair- “PROTON is an iconic national brand SM Faliq Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, Deputy limits and drive the competitive human man, Mr. Li Shufu. DRB-HICOM Group of Malaysia. It is the symbol of Malaysia’s Executive Chairman & Managing Director, spirit – all of which are very essential to Managing Director, YBhg. Dato’ Sri Syed national achievement and industrial spir- Naza TTDI Group. progress.” Faisal Albar signed on behalf of the Group it. We hope that through our cooperation “The Naza and Peugeot Pledge Car are “We are grateful that BMW Group while Mr. An Conghui, President and CEO with DRB-HICOM, PROTON will be trans- a call to the nation to come forward and Malaysia appreciates and believes in the of Geely Auto Group signed for ZGH. Also formed into the No. 1 independent auto- BangkitBersama to show their support by potential of our athletes to succeed in the present was Chinese Ambassador to Ma- mobile brand in Malaysia and one of the signing messages of support to our ath- sport of ice skating both regionally and laysia, HE Dr. Huang Huikang. top three in Southeast Asia,” said Mr. Li letes as a collective nation. This car will be internationally. We firmly believe that the “ZGH, which also owns Sweden’s Vol- “For Lotus, we will increase new touring the country and will be parked at support from a leading corporation such vo Cars, The London Taxi Company and product launches and capacity to fully re- specific locations nationwide to gather the as BMW Group Malaysia will help moti- the Geely car brand, is the right partner lease its brand appeal. PROTON and Lotus support of Malaysians,” said YBhg. Datuk vate and push our team to greater heights for PROTON. Their success with Volvo and will create synergies for ZGH to position Samson Anand George, Group COO, Auto- in the competitions,” said En. Mohamad The London Taxi Company, and of course ourselves as a major player in the ASEAN motive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings Fadzli Johan, President of ISAM. n their own Geely marque shows their capa- market, which in turn will enhance our Sdn Bhd. “The messages on this pledge bility both as a bona-fide carmaker and as global position and help us achieve sales car will later be displayed to the athletes, a partner. With ZGH on board, PROTON target of three million units by 2020. We which will surely ignite their passion and can now eye the huge ASEAN passenger have every reason to expect a shared and drive to give their best for Malaysia.” he MYBAS car market with renewed confidence,” ex- bright future based on the values of re- added.n plained YBhg. Dato’ Sri Syed Faisal. spect, adaptation, inclusion and integra- BUYS MAN CITY Data from ASEAN Automotive Fed- tion,” he added. eration (AAF) shows that the region sold In its home country, the Geely marque BUSES 2.1 million passenger cars in 2016, up by sold some 760,000 cars in 2016, doubling 85% against 2007 sales. PROTON will be- the figures from the year before. The MAN Truck and Bus (M) Sdn. Bhd. come the right hand-drive hub for Geely growth rides on the popularity of the SUV (MTBM) announced on 26th April 2017 in ASEAN. segment, with Geely’s Boyue SUV proving it has signed an agreement with MARA “PROTON’s status as a National Car to be very popular in China. Geely sold Liner Sdn. Bhd. to expand the existing is secure, with DRB-HICOM still a major- 109,000 units of Boyue in 2016, and until fleet of myBAS Perlis as well as provide ity shareholder. PROTON will now focus May this year, 103,000 units have already after sales service. The new MAN buses their efforts with ZGH to gain market been sold. n are based on the MAN 14.280 HOCL two-axle chassis which were produced in cooperation with a local body manu- rector of MAN Truck and Bus (M) Sdn low life-cycle costs of MAN buses are facturer. Bhd said, “We are delighted that MAN among the main deciding factors for us The signing ceremony between buses are selected to provide a highly when it comes to the vehicle of choice for MTBM and MARA Liner and the hand- modern and safe public transportation the fleet expansion of myBAS Perlis. We over of the 27 units of MAN A80 City for the myBAS programme. The superior are looking forward to an ongoing fruit- buses were held at MARA Liner Perlis, quality and reliability of our vehicles ful partnership with MAN, in enabling us in the presence of YB Tan Sri Dato’ Seri have been crucial to this partnership to increase the quality of our service and Syed Hamid Bin Syed Jaafar Albar, the with MARA Liner and we are very much create added value for our customers” Chairman of SPAD, and witnessed by looking forward to continuing our mutu- said En. Zahrail Affenday bin Mohamed, representatives of myBAS Perlis. ally-beneficial collaboration”. Chief Operating Officer of MARA Liner Mr. Hartmut Mueller, Managing Di- “The efficient fuel consumption and Sdn. Bhd. n