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TRULY A VERY CHALLENGING 2016 TIV declined after six consecutive years of growth

ntensive marketing activities throughout 2016 by Malaysian motor companies failed to put the brakes on the Total Indus- try Volume (TIV) from sliding Ibelow the 600,000 units mark. In the end, last year’s TIV was 580,124 units, 13% less than the 2015 TIV of 666,677 units. MAA Management Council In a press conference held on members showing the 19th January 2017, YBhg. Datuk MAA 2016 Market Review. Aishah Ahmad, President of the Malaysian Automotive Association ASEAN (MAA) presented last year’s local motor industry performance. The TIV decline was mainly attributed MARKET to the slowdown of the country’s economy which caused consumers SHOWS and businesses to give buying new motor vehicles a low priority. As always, a large Both passenger vehicle and com- YBhg. Datuk Aishah presents number of media STRONG mercial vehicle segments declined last year’s market review. representatives by 13% to 514,545 units and 65,579 turned up. RESILIENCE units respectively. Total production volume also declined. Production Against difficult global and of passenger vehicles dropped by regional business environment, 10.7% to 503,691 units and com- sales of new passenger and mercial vehicles by 18.2% to 41,562 commercial vehicles in the units. ASEAN region showed a positive Outlook for 2017 remains chal- 3% growth to 3,164,742 units. lenging. In addition to the uncertain Top performers were Singapore economic situations both domesti- (+41%), Vietnam (+29%) and the cally and aboard and the stringent Philippines (+25%). approval for new motor vehicle hire Total production volume was purchase loan applications, there just as impressive last year. A 3% be many new factors that can growth saw the figures reached curtail new vehicle purchases. Hav- 4,020,088 units. The ASEAN ing weighed the challenges and the countries with the largest vehicle expected more aggressive and inno- production growth were Vietnam vative marketing strategies of local (+38%), the Philippines (+18%) motor companies, the MAA is fore- and Indonesia (+7%). (See Page 3 casting a marginal increase of TIV by for more details). n 1.7% to 590,000 units for this year. n

MAA HOSTED AAF COUNCIL MEETING & TC-1 MEETING IN

MAA organised the ASEAN Automotive Federation (AAF) General Member- ship/Council Meeting and AAF Technical Committee 1 Meeting (Economic Cooperation) on 4th October 2016 at Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur. These AAF meetings were useful platforms to discuss a number of common issues af- fecting the and for networking among the automotive fraternity from all Asean member countries. n YBhg. Datuk Aishah Ahmad, AAF President, and other delegates thumbs-up for the AAF Council Meeting. PRODUCTION & SALES STATISTICS FOR JANUARY TO DECEMBER 2016 PRODUCTION Segment YEAR-TO-DATE DECEMBER 2016 2015 Variance UNITS % Total Industry Production (TIP) 545,253 614,664 (69,411) (11.3) PV (Passenger Vehicles) 503,691 563,883 (60,192) (10.7) PC (Passenger Cars) 378,157 441,828 (63,671) (14.4) WV (Window Vans) 5,016 5,559 (543) (9.8) MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicles) 48,032 62,874 (14,842) (23.6) 4x4/SUV (Four Wheel Drive/Sports Utility Vehicles) 72,486 53,622 18,864 35.2 CV (Commercial Vehicles) 41,562 50,781 (9,219) (18.2) PV (Panel Vans) 1,497 1,521 (24) (1.6) PU (Pick Ups) 24,487 33,444 (8,957) (26.8) Trucks 14,234 14,559 (325) (2.2) PM (Prime Movers) 591 740 (149) (20.1) Bus 753 517 236 45.6

SALES Segment YEAR-TO-DATE DECEMBER 2016 2015 Variance UNITS % Total Industry Volume (TIV) 580,124 666,677 (86,553) (13.0) PV (Passenger Vehicles) 514,545 591,275 (76,730) (13.0) PC (Passenger Cars) 389,980 453,730 (63,750) (14.1) WV (Window Vans) 3,869 6,198 (2,329) (37.6) MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicles) 56,733 71,873 (15,140) (21.1) 4x4/SUV (Four Wheel Drive/Sports Utility Vehicles) 63,963 59,474 4,489 7.5 CV (Commercial Vehicles) 65,579 75,402 (9,823) (13.0) PV (Panel Vans) 3,346 2,630 716 27.2 PU (Pick Ups) 44,687 55,115 (10,428) (18.9) Trucks 15,389 15,438 (49) (0.3) PM (Prime Movers) 1,243 1,474 (231) (15.7) Bus 914 745 169 22.7

ASEAN PRODUCTION & SALES STATISTICS PRODUCTION FOR JANUARY TO DECEMBER 2016

YTD DECEMBER-2016 YTD DEC-15 COUNTRY PASSENGER COMMERCIAL TOTAL TOTAL VARIANCE VEHICLES VEHICLES (%) Indonesia 968,101 209,288 1,177,389 1,098,780 7% Malaysia 503,691 41,562 545,253 614,664 (11%) Philippines 45,853 71,015 116,868 98,768 18% Thailand 805,033 1,139,384 1,944,417 1,913,002 2% Vietnam 145,571 90,590 236,161 171,753 38% TOTAL 2,468,249 1,551,839 4,020,088 3,896,967 3%

YTD DECEMBER-2016 YTD DEC-15 COUNTRY PASSENGER COMMERCIAL TIV TIV VARIANCE VEHICLES VEHICLES (%) Brunei 12,814 434 13,248 14,406 (8%) Indonesia 861,329 200,406 1,061,735 1,013,291 5% Malaysia 514,545 65,579 580,124 666,677 (13%) Philippines 133,188 226,384 359,572 288,609 25% Singapore 93,490 16,965 110,455 78,609 41% Thailand 328,053 440,735 768,788 799,632 (4%) Vietnam 158,097 112,723 270,820 209,267 29% TOTAL 2,101,516 1,063,226 3,164,742 3,070,491 3% For further information on ASEAN Automotive Federation, logon to: http://asean-autofed.com/index.html. NEW UMW NEW MOTOR PASSENGER CAR PRESIDENT MALAYSIA MD Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malay- sia (VPCM) announced the appointment UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd an- of Mr. Erik Winter as its new Managing nounced on 22nd December 2016 Director, with effect from 8th December the appointment of Mr. Ravindran 2016. He replaces outgoing Managing Kurusamy as the new President of Director Mr. Alin Tapalaga who has re- HINO’S FIRST UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd. ef- turned to Europe due to health reasons fective 1st January 2017. He takes and will oversee the Company’s Brand TOTAL SUPPORT over from YBhg. Datuk Ismet Suki and Human Resource operations. whose term has ended after 26 Mr. Winter joins Mr. Florian Steiner, years of association with the com- Managing Director of VPCM for After- CUSTOMER pany. sales, Information Technology and Fi- Announcing the appointment, nance. CENTRE YBhg. Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, No stranger to Group Chairman of UMW Hold- the automotive OUTSIDE JAPAN ings Berhad and Chairman of retail scene, UMW Toyota Motor, said: “Mr. Mr. Winter Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Ravindran has been with the com- brings with (HMSM) announced on 15th December pany for 26 years and in that time, him the ex- 2016, the upgrading of Hino Total Support he has taken on positions in differ- perience and Customer Centre (HTSCC) in Sendayan, ent divisions. This has given him expertise gar- Negeri Sembilan. valuable insights into the com- nered from 16 HMSM is to invest more than RM8 pany’s operations as well as its years serving million in the project that focuses on relationship with our joint-venture to have been appointed as Presi- under Porsche customer development on safety driv- partner, Toyota Motor Corpora- dent of UMW Toyota Motor and I Holding Salzburg’s ing skills and knowledge. Hino aims tion. I am therefore confident that would also like to record my grati- (PHS) numerous busi- to revamp HTSCC professional driver’s he has the knowledge and capa- tude to YBhg. Datuk Ismet Suki ness units around the training curriculum with exclusive fa- bilities to lead UMW Toyota Motor for having brought the company globe. He was previously cilities to further to improve the phi- ahead in coming years.” to the level it is at today.” based in China where he losophy of Hino Total Support. Choices Prior to this appointment, Mr. In his new role as President, was responsible for the of curriculums segments focus on Ravindran was Executive Director Mr. Ravindran aims to take the retail operations of one safety, defensive driving training, fuel in charge of Aftersales, Purchas- company further and to continue of the brands represent- saving driving and driver’s familiarisa- ing, Quality Assurance and Prop- the momentum of growth even ed by PHS. tion training. erty. He holds a BSc in Business though times are challenging for Together with Mr. HMSM aims to reach 6,500 training Administration with a major in the automotive industry. “It is my Steiner, Mr. Winter will capacity in the near future. On top of Finance and gained his MBA from objective to maximise Toyota’s focus on VPCM’s strat- that, to widen customer’s knowledge, the US in 1988. overall performance in the Malay- egy on increasing its HTSCC will expand the HINO gallery Paying tribute to the contribu- sian market and ensure that the market share, strength- which displays information on HINO tions made by his predecessor, Mr. brand remains a major player in the ening the Volkswagen history, technological revolutions and Ravindran said: “I am honoured country’s automotive sector.” n dealer network, and enhanc- product advancement. HINO also plans ing its aftersales service. n to open the Malaysian training centre for the use by local government and public agencies. n

MBM WINS PR AWARD NEW GLOBAL PRODUCES MALAYSIA 250,000 Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s corporate public relations programme, Going Be- CEO yond Boundaries, received the Bronze in VEHICLES SINCE the Corporate Branding Award category at the Malaysia PR Awards 2015/16 held on Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia Belian Motors (KTB), the official AUGUST 2014 21st October 2016 organised by the Public (MMM) has appointed Mr. To- distributor of Mitsubishi Motors Relations Consultants’ Association of Ma- moyuki Shinnishi as Chief Execu- vehicles in Indonesia, as the advi- Perodua Global Manufacturing Sdn laysia (PRCA Malaysia). tive Officer (CEO) of the company sor of Production and Engineering Bhd (PGMSB), the manufacturing arm “We recognise the value of public effective 28th October 2016. before taking over the position of under the Perodua group, rolled-out its relations. This campaign was part of our “With Mr. Shinnishi’s strong the Unit Head of Sales and Mar- 250,000th vehicle on 5th December 2016 strategy to raise awareness about Mer- automotive experience, passion keting. From 2008 onwards, he since it began operations in August 2014. cedes-Benz Malaysia’s commitment to the and commitment towards Mit- was the Manager of Motor Vehi- Of the 250,000 units produced, 85% were Malaysian market and leadership in the subishi Motors, we believe he will cle ASEAN and South West Asia the Axia (since August 2014) and 15% premium segment, be it through products continue to drive the Mitsubishi Department in MC. In 2012, Mr. were the Bezza (since June 2016). or customer experience excellence. The Motors brand forward in Malay- Shinnishi moved to Mitsubishi “This is a historical accomplishment campaign has certainly proven successful, sia,” said YBhg. Tan Sri Marzuki Motors Corporation (MMC) in for the entire group; the PGMSB team has and this award is an added bonus. It is bin Mohd Noor, Chairman of the Tokyo where he was the Manag- work hard to ensure that our customers’ even more meaningful as Mercedes-Benz Board for MMM. er of Russia & Alliance Office in orders are met in an acceptable time- celebrates 130! Years of Innovation this Mr. Shinnishi joined Mitsubi- charge of the Sales and Market- frame,” Perodua President and Chief Ex- year. I congratulate the team, and thank shi Corporation (MC), Tokyo in ing for Mitsubishi Motors Russian ecutive Officer, YBhg. Datuk (Dr) Aminar them for their dedication and enthusi- 1997 and has held a wide range market. Rashid Salleh said. asm,” said Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Presi- of leadership positions in the Mr. Shinnishi’s pre successor, PGMSB has 2,150 employees and a dent and CEO, Dr Claus Weidner in ap- company. From 2001 to 2008, he Mr. Yang Won-Chul is back in MC, production capacity of 200,000 units per plauding the team on the achievement. n worked in PT. Krama Yudha Tiga Tokyo. n annum on two shift-cycle. n PERODUA “FUN WALK”

Perodua organised a “Perodua Fun Walk 2016” - a 3km walk around its mas- sive 500-acre compound for 1,000 of its staff and business partners in support of the National Sports Day on 8th October 2016. “This is the second year Perodua is FORD AND SDAC participating in this programme as we firmly believe that having a healthy and CHARITY TEST DRIVE active lifestyle would improve all activities – both The Perodua Fun Walk 2016 was also part of Per- IRONMAN AVAILABLE in our personal and professional lives,” Perodua odua Safety Month Campaign 2016, where the compa- From 9th till 21st December 2016, Ford and Auto President & CEO, YBhg. Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid ny emphasised the importance of both quality, health Connexion donated RM5.00 to a charity home for every test AT SELECTED TCEAS Salleh said. and safety among all its 11,000 employees. n drive taken in a Ford vehicle at participating showrooms. FORD AND SDAC “As an organisation within the community, we are Mr. Nicholas Ling of Rustcare Sdn. Bhd., the exclusive distributor for the Ironman 4x4 accessories, announced that its honoured to be extending our support to those in need products are available from 18th October 2016 at selected Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis Sdn Bhd (TCEAS), offering HELD THIRD around the community that we live and work,” said En. Syed existing Navara customers the ease to enhance the safety, performance and lifestyle of their 4X4 vehicle. Customers Ahmad Muzri Syed Faiz, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto can send in their 4X4 vehicle for suspension upgrades at 38 TCEAS service centres, while the upgrade services for ANNUAL WORLD Connexion. n the Ironman “Challenger Pack” and other accessories can be completed at 12 selected TCEAS service centres. n CUP CHALLENGE ECO-SATURDAY Ford together with its local distribution partner Sime WITH THE MBM Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) organised on 24th Novem- ber 2016 the third annual World Cup Challenge, a skills ECO WARRIORS! MALAYSIA TEAM WINS competition that recognises and rewards sales consultants for their knowledge and skills in providing world-class In a show of support as part FIRST PRIZE AT UD customer service. of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia “The World Cup Challenge reflects Ford’s investment commitment to preserve the TRUCKS’ EXTRA MILE in developing the skills of our people through intensive diversity of natural habitats trainings as well as provides a platform for our sales con- for future generations, 44 CHALLENGE 2016 sultants to sharpen their skills and knowledge in deliv- volunteers from MBM and 10 On 22nd November 2016, the finals of the Extra Mile ering world class experience to our customers,” said Mr. SWM Environment employees Challenge 2016, the UD Trucks’ global competition for Bagus Susanto, Managing Director, Asia Pacific Emerging joined the road trip down to UD Quester drivers took place at the UD Experience Cen- Markets, . Pantai Saujana Port Dickson tre at the UD Trucks headquarters in Ageo, Japan. Four This year’s World Cup Challenge saw the top 15 sales to help clean the beach on 3rd regional champions from Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia consultants across Malaysia – winners of the regional December 2016. A total of FORD DSFL IN PENANG and South Africa competed. The Malaysia team won the challenge from the Northern, Southern, Central, East 100kg waste was collected by overall champion title and the “Best Pre-Check Inspec- Coast and East Malaysia regions – compete for a chance to the groups. n Ford and Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) continued tion” award. take home cash prizes. n its Ford’s global Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) programme by The competition focused on three key elements - pre- Results were: hosting workshops on 28th December 2016 for students in SIX ASEAN NCAP inspection, fuel efficiency & safety, and driveability, to im- the Northern Region of Malaysia at the Han Chiang College, prove driving skills and reduce both costs and downtime. Winner Ms. Ezyanti Bt. A. Razak Capital Inter Penang. AWARDS FOR UMWT “It is an honour to have won this award at the finals trade “Ford is passionate about raising public awareness on in Japan. This is a milestone in my career as a driver. I REWARDS road safety and we are proud to continue this very practical have been driving Quester over one year already which 1st programme here in Malaysia to help raise awareness of safe made me feel confident when I was driving the Quester Runner-up Mr. Kevin Nicholas Rajagopal SDAC Juru MEDAL-WINNING driving and driver safety,” said En. Syed Ahmad Muzri Syed truck during the competition,” said En. Yuzairi Bin Ibra- Faiz, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto Connexion. him, the winning driver from ASAC LOGISTICS Sdn. Bhd. 2nd PARALYMPIC ATHLETES In Asia, Ford DSFL is now in its ninth successful year of Mr. Tan Seong Teik Tan, the Managing Director of ASAC Runner-up Mr. Kenny Siew Kok Wai SDAC training licensed drivers of all ages. In addition to Malaysia, LOGISTICS, continued that… “this event is a great oppor- Petaling Jaya Naza Corporation Holdings on 10th October 2016 rewarded the DSFL training is provided in China, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, tunity not only for the participating driver but also for our four Malaysian athletes who won gold and bronze medals at the Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines. n company to spread this achievement and motivate other Rio Paralympics 2016. The gold medallists each received a unit drivers in our company back in Alor Setar, Kedah.” n of residential suite at Trion 888, Equine Park and a Sportage. The bronze medallist received a Sedan. Three coaches were also rewarded. En. SM Nasarudin SM Nasimuddin, Chairman UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd. (UMWT), on 29th November THIRD SCANIA and Chief Executive Officer of Naza Corporation Holdings said the TOYOTA CLASSICS 2016, received a total of six Grand Prix awards from the New total of the rewards was almost RM1.5 million. n Car Assessment Programme for Southeast Asian Countries MARCOPOLO COACH ENGAGING YOUTH WITH (ASEAN NCAP) for the best results in Crashworthiness Performance. CONTRIBUTIONS The six models offered by UMWT in Malaysia which received the awards for best Child Occupant Protection (COP) were the Toyota Rush, Hilux and the all-new Innova MERCEDES- while Sienta scored the best points for the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP). The latest Innova was the second MPV BENZ MALAYSIA model from Toyota tested by ASEAN NCAP and achieved the highest compliance for COP to date in the MPV category. PROTON BAGS HOSTS ANNUAL With Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and 7 available for the top range model, it qualified for the maximum 5-star THREE AWARDS ‘CHRISTMAS IN A rating for AOP. Berhad received three awards at the Last year’s collected RM380,000.00 and it The Sienta received the highest score for AOP in the ASEAN NCAP Grand Prix Award 2016 for its cars. The Awards SHOEBOX’ was given to UiTM Faculty of Music for a research project MPV category to date. With Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) presentation was in conjunction with the Stop the Crash and Youth Trust Foundation for beneficial grants. The available coupled with the excellent performance in the ASEAN 2016 event held at Sepang International Circuit Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (MBM) gave presentation was by Mr. Akio Takeyama, Deputy Chairman of frontal collision and side impact crash tests, the Sienta was from 29th to 30th November 2016 and also ASEAN NCAP’s 57 children from Angels Children’s Home, Rumah UMW Toyota Motor and YBhg. Datuk Ismet Suki, President also awarded 5 star rating for its top variant. 5th Anniversary. Ms Marie Sjodin Enstrom, Managing Director of Scania Sayangan and Pertubuhan Rahoma Darul Fakir Ma- of UMW Toyota Motor. UMWT also received Special Award Safety Technology The awards were: SEA hands over a mock key to the third premium range laysia something more meaningful through its an- “Since the inception, Toyota Classics has supported 63 for Toyota Blind Spot Monitor system available in the Toyota 1. The Most Affordable 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Car in Malaysia Scania Marcopolo coach to Mr. Kee Kim Yong, Managing nual ‘Christmas In A Shoebox’ initiative - the gift charitable and non-governmental organisations nationwide Camry Hybrid. Subsequently, the Rising Star Recognition – Proton Iriz; Director of Siang Malam Travel & Express Sdn. Bhd. on of time. Courtyard, Subang Jaya on 16th December 2016. It amounting to almost RM8 million. We are glad to see how Award was also given to the Corolla Altis for expanding its 2. The Most Affordable 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Car in Thailand 7th December 2016. Mr. Kee is the firstS cania Marcopolo Led by MBM President and CEO Dr Claus also marked the eighth year the initiative has been run- our contributions have made a difference to the lives of the safety features (VSC + 7 Airbags) as standard in all variants – Proton Prevé; and buyer in Malaysia and good feedback from his customers Weidner as Santa Claus, this year’s ‘Christmas In ning and has reached over 250 children from over 20 people in the organisations we have supported,” said YBhg. and countries. n 3. The Rising Star Award – the new . n and staff had prompted him to buy another two.n A Shoebox’ initiative was hosted at Funtopia, SS15 homes. n Datuk Ismet Suki, President of UMW Toyota Motor. n NEWLY OPENED NEWLY OPENED NEWLY LAUNCHED

ISUZU D-MAX Date: 25th October 2016 Prices (OTR w/o Ins.): HONDA@TERENGGANU D-Max 2.5L Std. – RM83,000.00 KIA@BUTTERWORTH Mu-X 3.0L Z Prestige – RM128,000.00 Official Opening: 5th October 2016 Official Opening: 26th November 2016 Status: 3S Centre ISUZU MU-X TYPES S Status: 3S Centre Operated By: Syarikat Tan Eng Ann Sdn. Bhd. Date: 7th November 2016 Operated By: Kia Butterworth Sdn. Bhd. Prices (OTR): – RM181,841.00 Investment Cost: RM 18 Million Investment Cost: RM1.5 Million PROTON IRIZ LTD. EDITION Date: 10th November 2016 Prices (OTR): 1.3 Std. CVT – RM44,450.00 1.3 Executive CVT – RM49,130.00

HYUNDAI GRAND STAREX ROYALE DELUXE Date: 24th November 2016 Price (OTR w/o Ins.): – RM168,888.00

PROTON ERTIGA Date: 24th November 2016 Prices (OTR): Executive MT – RM58,800.00 Executive AT – RM61,800.00 Executive Plus – RM64,8000.00

JAGUAR F-PACE JAGUAR LAND ROVER@PENANG Date: 30th November 2016 Official Opening: 4th December 2016 Prices (OTR w/o Rd. Tax, Reg. and Ins.): Prestige – RM598,800.00 Status: Showroom R-Sport – RM658,800.00 Operated By: SISMA Auto (Utara) Sdn. Bhd.

TOYOTA INNOVA Date: 5th December 2016 Prices (OTR): 2.0E MT – RM109,000.00 2.0E AT – RM117,000.00 VOLKSWAGEN@SG. BESI 2.0G AT – RM126,000.00 Official Opening: 12th October 2016 Status: 4S Centre VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE DUNE Date: 7th December 2016 Operated By: Volkswagen Wearnes Price (OTR w/o Reg. and Ins.): – RM179,990.00

MASERATI GHIBLI Date: 8th December 2016 VOLKSWAGEN@KOTA Prices (OTR w/o Ins.): Ghibli – RM618,800.00 MERCEDES-BENZ@BATU KINABALU Ghibli S – RM708,800.00 Date: 3th November 2016 PAHAT Status: Service Centre ALTIS Official Opening: 12th December 2016 Date: 10th December 2016 Status: 4S Centre Operated By: Kota Bumi Sdn. Bhd. Prices (OTR): 1.8E – RM120,900.00 Operated By: BR Jaya Sdn. Bhd. 1.8G – RM123,900.00 2.0V – RM138,900.00

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Date: 16th December 2016 Price (OTR w/o Ins.): 1.8TSI Trendline – RM159,990.00 1.8TSI Comfortline – RM179,990.00 2.0TSI Highline – RM198,990.00

HINO BUS Date: 22nd December 2016 Prices: POA RN8JSNA RK8JSKA TOYOTA@JOHOR BARU RM1ESKU KIA@BAYAN LEPAS Official Opening: 23rd November 2016 Official Opening: 16th December 2016 Status: Showroom Status: 3S Centre Operated By: UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd. (Note: Prices are valid for W.Malaysia, private registration and Operated By: GEM Utara Sdn. Bhd. Investment Cost: RM15 Million subject to change without notice.) Investment Cost: RM1.2 Million Meetings/events participated by MAA

Oct-16 4-Oct Asean Automotive Federation Council Meeting & AAF TC 1 Meeting, Kuala Lumpur 5 - 6 Oct 17th AMEICC WG-AI Meeting, Kuala Lumpur 7-Oct Meeting with Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) 11-Oct Dialogue with JPJ

Nov-16 16 - 17 Nov DOE workshop on self-regulation and on-line application 21-Nov MyNSC meeting 23-Nov Meeting with MIROS on eCall initiative 30-Nov Meeting with MAI on 1MCARS scheme

Dec-16 8-Dec Meeting with MOF on special refund

2016-2017 MAA Council Members

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One of country’s most established companies, Penang-based Sin-Pen Travel Sdn Bhd, has se- lected Scania for the next phase of its business expansion into the premium segment of travel and tours. The first set of Scania assets it will acquire will be the purchase of two single deck 31-seat- ers that are built on the Scania K360IB4x2 chas- sis with 360 bhp Euro 3, 6-cylinder engines and YB Dato’ Seri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister of fully automated Opticruise gearbox. International Trade & Industry gets a feel of the “We chose Scania coaches as we find that new Kia Grand Carnival accompanied by YBhg. they offer the best in terms of passenger comfort, Dato’ Samson. safety technology and fuel economy which are very important factors as our service covers the whole of Peninsular Malaysia, South Thailand and Singapore,” said Sin-Pen Executive Director YAB Lim Guan Eng, Chief Minister of Penang, NEW KIA Mr. Goh Eng Boon during the launch of its Pre- witnesses the signing of the MoU. mium Class Coach and online booking service in Penang on 5th December 2016. “We are very happy that an established com- GRAND CARNIVAL “We have been in the business for over 30 pany like Sin-Pen has placed its trust in Scania’s years and we have decided that it is the right sustainable transport solutions to take the com- PREVIEW time to offer a new premium class coach experi- pany towards the best profitability and towards ence for our passengers with a ride that is com- enhancing the lives of passengers of this coun- Naza Kia Malaysia previewed the new Kia fortable and safe, yet fuel efficient for the best try,” said Managing Director of Scania Southeast Grand Carnival at the Malaysia Autoshow 2016 profitability,” said Mr. Goh. Asia, Ms Marie Sjödin Enström. n from 10th to 13th November. “Improved driving dynamics and power and the incorporation of modern styling cues, premium materials and technology are just some of what customers can expect from the new Kia Grand Carnival. First introduced in HONDA BR-V 1999, it was one of the cornerstones of the Kia brand and boasts a strong heritage. The new Kia Grand Carnival is coming back strong and PREVIEW will be an excellent choice for those who are in search of premium class, large space and safe- The all-new BR-V, Honda Malaysia’s brand ty all in one superb vehicle. We are looking to new full 7-seater Crossover prototype, made a launch this premium MPV in early 2017,” said surprise preview on 10th November 2016 at the YBhg. Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group Malaysia Autoshow 2016. It was unveiled by Chief Operating Officer, Automotive Group, YB Dato’ Sri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister of Naza Corporation Holdings. International Trade and Industry together with The new Kia Grand Carnival’s compre- Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer hensive safety features and elegant style have of Honda Malaysia, Mr. Katsuto Hayashi. helped garner some impressive accolades like The BR-V is powered by a 1.5L i-VTEC 120PS the NHTSA Overall 5-Star Crash Safety Rating, engine claimed to be the highest engine output Autobytel of the Year title, IIHS Top in its segment. Thumbs-up by YB Dato’ Seri Mustapa (left) and Safety Pick, J.D. Power Automotive Perfor- The Crossover has a spacious 223-litre boot other VIPs after the BR-V was unveiled. mance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) award space with all seats up, claimed to be the larg- in the mini-van segment and 2016 AutoPacific est in its segment. The space increases to 539 third row seats comes in a 50:50 split configu- Ideal Vehicle award in the mini-van segment. litres when the third row seats are folded. The ration and full tumble. Leather seats and rear Under the hood is an R 2.2 CRDi VGT Turbo second row seats adjusts with an easy One Touch air-conditioning are also special features in the diesel engine which produces 193 PS of power Tilt & Tumble in a 60:40 configuration while the BR-V. n and 440 Nm of torque mated to a six-speed automatic . n

TEY CLOSING All cheers as the TEY The Toyota Eco Youth Challenge drew to a 2016 winners close on 29th September 2016 with students receive their from 14 participating schools involved in solid respective waste management which was the theme for last prizes. year’s challenge. At the event where Pn. Roslina Mohd Roslin, Principal Assistant Director from the Ministry of Education was also present, Mr. Akio Takeyama, Deputy Chairman of UMW Toy- “We have applied environmental best practices ing multiple stakeholders including the local coun- ota Motor said, “Making environmentally-sound in our daily business operations to lessen the im- cils, governmental agencies, community leaders, decisions in our everyday lives are the only way pact towards the environment. Among others re- local residents and private companies. To date, the we can stop further decline to the planet. Realis- cycling of hybrid and normal batteries, solid waste programme has impacted over 1,500 students and ing this and recognising how the business op- management through segregation of scheduled teachers from 209 schools. erations are impacting the environment, Toyota waste and reducing the CO2 emission. Our manu- For last year’s programme, the champion school Motor Corporation developed its global Toyota facturing facility is also equipped with alternative took home RM10,000.00 of prize money while the Environmental Challenge 2050 to tackle six key energy source with the installation of solar panel second and third place winners won RM7,000.00 environmental issues - reduction of carbon emis- system to reduce electrical consumption,” sup- and RM5,000.00 respectively. In addition, the win- sions in new vehicles, life cycle and plant sites; ported YBhg. Datuk Ismet Suki, President of UMW ners for best presentation, best exhibition and best optimising water usage; and establishing socie- Toyota Motor in his speech. blog site also received RM1,000.00 each. A token ties that practice recycling and an earth-friendly The Toyota Eco Youth is one of UMWT’s CSR of RM500.00 each was also given out to two of the culture.” activities and is a community-level project involv- most supportive teachers during the programme. n