Enters hybrid car market and brings the latest ‘track to road technology’ in the most advanced engine oils
PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) unveiled a new range of PETRONAS Syntium with °CoolTech™, bringing the latest ‘track-to-road technology’ in the most advanced engine lubricants to-date.
The series includes the first engine oil for hybrid cars, marking PLI’s entry into the hybrid car market.
Aside from five new upgrades in the PETRONAS Syntium 7000 range, enhancements were also made to the PETRONAS Syntium 3000, PETRONAS Syntium 800 and PETRONAS Syntium 500 series to provide better engine performance and lower carbon emissions from motor vehicles.
PETRONAS Syntium with °CoolTech™ technology is formulated with strong oil chains to defend against excessive engine-damaging heat for a trouble-free drive.
With the advancement of this formula, the engine’s vital components are protected, power output is maximised, fuel efficiency is optimised, keeping engines cool so that drivers, too, can keep their cool.
“Much like human beings, engines exposed to strenuous conditions need to be kept cool in order to ensure optimum performance. PETRONAS’ fluid technology is designed to perform under pressure, as proven by the outstanding success of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport in the FIA Formula One™ World Constructors’ Championship over the last five years.
Today, we are pleased to bring to our consumers, fluids created with our winning technology,” said PLI Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer Giuseppe D’Arrigo.
The lubricants were showcased for the very first time at the PETRONAS Global Research and Technology Centre, here, in the presence of five-time World Constructors’ Champions, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport’s Formula One Drivers Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas, as well as the team’s Team Principal Toto Wolff.
Technology is the core driver of our business and sets us apart from others in the industry. We are proud to present the new range of PETRONAS Syntium with °CoolTech™, including the new PETRONAS Syntium 7000 Ultimate Series.
The introduction of a new oil for hybridengines, also marks our entry into the hybrid car market, a result of our technological strengths and our commitment to create fluids that help reduce CO2 emissions,” D’Arrigo added.
One of three fluids that make up PETRONAS Fluid Technology Solutions™, PETRONAS Syntium, together with PETRONAS Primax fuel and PETRONAS Tutela gearbox fluids have pushed the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport to five consecutive Formula 1 wins in the Constructors and Drivers Championships since the start of the Formula One hybrid era in 2014.
“The technology and performance mindset of PETRONAS has been at the heart of our performance over the past five seasons,” said Team Principal and CEO of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport Toto Wolff.
“This year we mark our tenth season of partnership – a decade of challenges, technology development, learning in the toughest of conditions and, finally, on-track success. Through it all, PETRONAS has been committed to constantly lifting the level of its technology to deliver success on the track, always ready to accept new challenges and raise the bar every year.
PETRONAS functional fluids have been the lifeblood of our cars and power units since 2010, and our partnership has gone from strength to strength with every season. The silver and green visual identity of our cars has become an iconic part of Formula One – it is synonymous with exceptional technology and competitive advantage.”
After a successful 2018, during which PLI pledged to dedicate 75% of its research and technology investments in projects to lower CO2 emissions, the Company is looking forward to more opportunities to apply its technology in co-engineering fluids in this direction.
The new PETRONAS Syntium range is also supported by a broadened communications approach that includes real-life accounts of people rising above high-pressure situations as a result of keeping their inner cool.
The new range of PETRONAS Syntium 7000 lubricants will be made available globally, in phases from Q2 2019.
Nilai sentimental yang terdapat pada barangan “vintage” atau juga disebut barang “rare” semestinya menjadi tumpuan para pengunjung ke SACC Walk Flea Market yang telah dibuka sejak 8 Februari lalu pada setiap Jumaat, Sabtu dan Ahad bermula jam 6 petang hingga 12 malam.
SELAIN jualan barangan antik, terdapat juga jualan makanan dari ‘food truck’ yang menyajikan aneka menu tempatan dan antarabangsa.
Ia dianjurkan oleh pengurusan Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam, SACC Mall dan PREC (PKNS Real Estate Sdn Bhd) dengan kerjasama dari Tapak Urban Street Dining dan Persatuan Pedagang dan Pengusaha Melayu Malaysia Negeri Selangor (PERDASAMA Negeri Selangor).
SACC Walk Flea Market menjanjikan kelainan pengisian yang menarik lebih ramai pengunjung seperti persembahan buskers, jualan barang permainan, koleksi kartun anime, aktiviti bersama badut, pelukis jalanan dan banyak lagi aktiviti menarik yang bakal disediakan.
Pengurus Bangunan Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam, Syahril Mohd Rashid berkata, pihak pengurusan ingin menjadikan SACC Walk dan Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam sebagai salah sebuah lokasi tumpuan pelancong di dalam dan luar negara untuk melakukan aktiviti masa lapang terutama bersama keluarga dan rakan-rakan.
Selain itu, pengunjung dapat mengimbau kembali kenangan lalu yang pernah terukir sejak wujudnya Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam sedari 40 tahun yang lalu kerana ‘Segalanya Bermula Di Sini’ bertepatan dengan cogan kata bangunan ini.
“Kami juga merasakan perlunya ada program-program seperti ini untuk memberikan peluang dan juga sebagai landasan bagi usahawan-usahawan Bumiputera yang ingin menjalankan perniagaan mereka secara fizikal dengan modal yang sedikit.
“Ini juga dapat membantu merancakkan ekonomi di Shah Alam dan juga Selangor dengan menarik pengunjung di kalangan penduduk setempat dan juga luar dari kawasan,” katanya.
Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam yang telah dikelolai oleh anak syarikat Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS) iaitu PREC (PKNS Real Estate Sdn Bhd) merancang pelbagai perubahan bagi menaik taraf bangunan daripada segi infrastruktur, kemudahan prasarana dan juga percampuran peniaga seperti adanya Boat Noodle, Mahnaz Food, Burger King, Nasi Vanggey dan banyak lagi.
Antara projek menaik taraf yang bakal dilakukan seperti pengubahsuaian medan selera di tingkat 4, surau, tandas, dan mengecat bangunan bagi memberikan keselesaan kepada pengguna serta dapat bersaing dengan pusat membeli-belah yang lain.
Selain itu, Pengurus Bangunan SACC Mall, Muhammad Noor Md Yusoff turut merasakan program ini dapat meningkatkan jumlah pengunjung ke pusat beli-belah di bawah kendaliannya selain menjadi tumpuan kepada penduduk di sekitar Shah Alam untuk beriadah.
“Family Mart yang dibuka 24 jam sehari mendapat sambutan yang memberangsangkan dengan wujudnya SACC Walk Flea Market ini sekaligus meningkatkan ekonomi Selangor secara tidak langsung,” katanya.
Sebarang pertanyaan lebih lanjut dan cadangan mengenai SACC Walk Flea Market di SACC Walk dan SACC Mall, sila hubungi Nashriq (012-629 0992). Bagi pengunjung yang ingin ke SACC Walk Flea Market boleh menggunakan aplikasi “Waze” ke SACC Walk.
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New Honda HR-V sold over 3,000 units within one month and the New HR-V dominated 87% of market share in the Compact SUV segment as of January 2019
HONDA Malaysia announced that the New HR-V has received bookings of more than 8,500 units up to date.
With the official launch in January 2019, the bookings increased exponentially, achieving over three months’ target within one month with close to 4,000 bookings recorded.
Since its launch, Honda Malaysia has delivered more than 3,000 units of the New HR-V to its customers. The New HR-V also dominated 87% of market share in the Compact SUV segment as of January 2019 and remains No.1 position as the segment leader.
Based on the New HR-V sales recorded by region to date, Klang Valley contributed the highest sales at 47% where the stylish New HR-V proved to be fitting for urban driving. The Southern region recorded 18% of total sales while the Northern region also contributed 18%.
The Passion Red Pearl was the new colour option offered by Honda Malaysia and the New HR-V was the first model to feature the colour. The Passion Red Pearl colour appears to be the favourite among the customers, representing 28% of overall sales for the New HR-V.
The New HR-V is offered in four variants, the Hybrid, RS, V and E. The Petrol variant is powered by a 1.8L SOHC i-VTEC engine combined with Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) that delivers a fun-to-drive experience.
Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Toichi Ishiyama said, “The HR-V has grown in popularity since it was first launched back in 2015. The line-up of variants offered in the New HR-V was targeted and planned to meet the demands and requirements of customers for performance, fuel-efficiency and practicality.
We are glad to see that the New HR-V has been overwhelmingly received by Malaysians. I would like to extend my appreciation to all the New HR-V owners for their support in making this achievement possible. Honda Malaysia will continue to uphold our commitment to offer quality products which are user-friendly, practical and promotes the ‘Joy of Buying’ for our customers.”
Ishiyama also added, “The top of range variant which is the New HR-V RS has been well accepted in the market despite its first introduction in Malaysia. The RS variant with its stylish features such as 18-inch Dual-Tone Alloy Wheels, Sporty Design Front Grille, black front and rear bumper on top of the new driving feature Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) steering system has been well received especially among the male target market.
We are pleased to note that the New HR-V remains the best in its class, appealing to the market with its compact yet spacious interiors which is comparable to a C-segment vehicle.”
As the first marque to introduce a Hybrid in the Compact SUV segment, the New HR-V Sport Hybrid with intelligent Dual-Clutch Drive (i-DCD) system appeals to customers who are looking for performance and fuel efficiency in a Compact SUV package.
Its 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC engine with Direct Injection combined with 7-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission and Integrated High Power Motor provides quick and engaging vehicle performance with excellent fuel efficiency. The combined output of the engine and motor assisted by the High-Power Lithium-Ion Battery provides Hybrid power that is equal to a 2.0L engine performance – offering a fun and dynamic driving experience.
The New HR-V is designed to cater for a sophisticated personality appeals to young adults, families as well as professionals and executives. Its practical and functional features include the Multi-Utility Cargo Space which offers class leading cabin space has been overwhelmingly received by both urban and sub-urban customers in Malaysia.
Standard safety features in the New HR-V are Six Airbags, Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill Start Assist (HSA) and ISO Fix. The New HR-V is also setting new benchmark in the Compact SUV segment by introducing value added features such as Multi-Angle Rearview Camera, 8-Way Driver Power Seat (V & RS), full leather seats (V & RS), Honda LaneWatch camera (V & RS), Cruise Control and Paddle Shift.
Earning AirAsia BIG Points has become faster and easier, with Kiwi.com, one of the world’s fastest growing online travel agencies now offering the ability to earn points on all non-AirAsia flight bookings and itineraries.
AirAsia BIG Members will gain access to an array of flight options, not just in AirAsia’s network but across all airlines at Kiwi.com. In addition, BIG members who book flights with Kiwi.com via the AirAsia BIG website or mobile app will earn 1 BIG point for every RM2 spent.
To kick off the partnership, AirAsia BIG members are being given the chance to win a total of 1 million BIG Points for all flight bookings made with Kiwi.com via the AirAsia BIG website or mobile app between 25 Feb and 31 Mar 2019*.
Ten BIG Members with the highest spend in a single transaction will win the following prizes:
• 1st prize: 500,000 BIG Points
• 2nd prize: 200,000 BIG Points
• 3rd prize: 100,000 BIG Points
• 4th – 5th prize: 50,000 BIG Points, respectively
• 6th – 10th prize: 20,000 BIG Points, respectively
AirAsia BIG CEO Spencer Lee said, “BIG Member benefits will only get bigger and better, as we continue to develop and integrate more guest-obsessed travel and lifestyle products and services.
“This partnership allows us to push boundaries when it comes to new ways of earning BIG Points and we look forward to sharing even more exciting features and offers for members in the coming months – so, stay tuned.”
The partnership with Kiwi.com forms part of AirAsia’s digital transformation and the development of BIGLIFE, an all-encompassing travel and lifestyle platform.
Kiwi.com CEO Oliver Dlouhý said, “We are thrilled to launch this partnership and look forward to deepening our relationship with AirAsia BIG and their loyal member base.
This is a clear demonstration of Kiwi.com’s commitment to connecting travellers from across all corners of the world in a way that is both meaningful and convenient.”
Following recent enhancements of the AirAsia BIG app, AirAsia BIG members can now do more with new features such as booking of flights, hotels, tours and travel activities, duty-free products, and everyday lifestyle deals such as dining and spas, in addition to redeeming free flights.
Sign up as a BIG Member at airasiabig.com now to enjoy all the BIG benefits or check out the AirAsia BIG app for more exciting features and offers!
*Available to AirAsia BIG members registered in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore only. For full terms and conditions visit https://www.airasiabig.com/my/en/travel/partner/kiwi.com
Perodua menjual hampir 37,400 kenderaan dalam tempoh dua bulan pertama tahun 2019 – peningkatan sebanyak 7.3% berbanding 34,800 kenderaan yang dijual pada tempoh yang sama sebelumnya.
PERODUA memberitahu ini disebabkan permintaan yang tinggi untuk hampir kesemua modelnya.
Perodua Myvi 1.3 X Green
“Peningkatan prestasi jualan adalah hasil daripada usaha kami untuk menambahbaik masa penghantaran kami,” kata Pengarah Urusan Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd, Dato’ Dr Zahari Husin.
Dalam dua bulan pertama tahun ini, Perodua menjual sekitar 15,000 unit Myvi, 10,100 unit Axia, 5,900 unit Bezza, 3,600 unit Aruz dan 2,700 unit Alza, manakala dari segi pengeluaran, 36,500 kenderaan telah dikeluarkan – hampir 6.2% lebih daripada 34,375 unit dalam tempoh yang sama tahun lepas.
“Sementara menunggu laporan bahagian pasaran daripada Persatuan Automotif Malaysia (MAA), kami menganggarkan bahawa bahagian pasaran kami setakat tahun ini adalah 41%.
“Sementara itu, SUV tujuh tempat duduk terbaharu kami, Perodua Aruz, terus meraih pesanan yang memberangsangkan dengan lebih daripada 13,000 tempahan diterima sejak awal Januari,” katanya lagi.
Perodua Aruz ditawarkan dalam dua varian iaitu X dan AV. Pada masa ini, kira-kira 85% daripada tempahan adalah untuk AV.
“Kami telah menyelaraskan operasi pengeluaran kami dalam usaha mengurangkan masa menunggu untuk Aruz. Ini akan diteruskan juga pada bulan Mac.
“Kami amat berterima kasih di atas sokongan dan kesabaran anda dan kami berharap agar kami dapat memberikan perkhidmatan yang terbaik kepada anda untuk masa yang akan datang,” kata Dato’ Dr Zahari.
Perodua kini mengadakan jerayawara (roadshow) Aruz On Tour di seluruh negara, bermula pada 13hb Februari di Selangor dan seterusnya ke Johor Bahru, Kota Bharu dan berakhir di Kuching pada 8-10hb Mac bertempat di pusat membeli-belah The Spring.
“Kami amat mengalu-alukan orang ramai yang berada di Kuching untuk menyertai Aruz On Tour dan melihat dengan lebih dekat SUV terbaharu Perodua serta memandu uji kenderaan tersebut.
“Sebagai alternatif, bercakaplah dengan penasihat jualan kami yang sah di pusat jualan dan pameran Perodua yang berhampiran anda untuk mengenalpasti kenderaan Perodua yang paling sesuai untuk anda,” katanya.
Gelombang digital yang melanda Malaysia ketika ini memberi banyak manfaat bukan sahaja kepada industri yang terbabit malah kepada masyarakat umum atau orang ramai.
INI kerana segala urusan harian semakin mudah diuruskan daripada memesan makanan atau minuman secara dalam talian menggunakan telefon pintar sehinggalah kepada membeli sebuah kereta dalam talian beli belah.
Segala-galanya kini dihujung jari dan seseorang itu juga tidak perlu melangkah masuk ke mana-mana bank untuk membuat bayaran tertentu kerana semua boleh dilakukan di telefon pintar menggunakan aplikasi atau menggunakan kad.
Mengikut kajian dilakukan oleh PwC Malaysia mendapati, lanskap pembayaran digital di negara ini pada 2018 meningkat dengan wujudnya seramai 40 pemain e-wallet berbanding 28 pemain pada 2016.
Usaha mewujudkan masyarakat tanpa tunai menyebabkan pasaran e-wallet dijangka berkembang kukuh dan turut dijangka menyokong fungsi yang lebih rumit lain seperti pembayaran elektronik, pertukaran wang dan kod imbas QR.
Pemain industri juga melihat Malaysia sebagai pasaran utama berdasarkan kepada demografik dan potensi yang bakal memacu e-wallet.
Menurut PwC, antara faktor menjadi pemacu kepada kadar penembusan internet dan mudah alih yang tinggi iaitu kadar penembusan internet sebanyak 86 peratus dan 64 peratus kadar penembusan telefon mudah alih.
Populasi golongan muda yang mahir menggunakan teknologi pula sebanyak 59 peratus membabitkan golongan berusia 35 tahun ke bawah dan kadar literasi dalam kewangan yang tinggi iaitu 85 peratus yang menggunakan sistem perbankan.
Berdasarkan kepada jangkaan PwC Malaysia, pasaran e-wallet dijangka berkembang kepada USD20 bilion menjelang 2024, didorong oleh pertumbuhan industri yang dinamik dan potensi pasaran.
Berikutan e-wallet boleh digunakan dalam pelbagai platform pembayaran, segmen runcit, makanan dan minuman (F&B), dagangan elektronik dan pemindahan Peer-to-Peer dijangka menjadi segmen paling popular.
Tabiat membeli-belah secara online juga sudah menjadi trend dalam kalangan masyarakat Malaysia dan ia semakin berkembang pantas sepanjang tahun lalu.
Ini kerana kemudahan membeli-belah secara online jauh lebih mudah dan tidak membebankan apatah lagi menjimatkan masa serta kos tanpa perlu secara fizikal berada di kedai atau pusat beli belah.
Laman beli belah popular dalam talian di negara ini yang menjual pelbagai jenama popular misalnya, menyaksikan trend berbelanja secara online sudah menjadi amalan rakyat Malaysia apabila mereka menjadikan amalan itu sebagai rutin mingguan, bulanan atau tahunan dalam membeli barangan diingini.
Walaupun tiada kedai fizikal, pelanggan masih mahu membelinya disebabkan kualiti yang tinggi, harga murah dan perkhidmatan penghantaran yang cekap dalam setiap pembelian.
Dalam pada itu, Kajian Sikap Pembayaran Pengguna Visa melaporkan, populariti membeli-belah secara online rakyat Malaysia telah meningkat sembilan peratus berbanding tahun 2016 dengan 76 peratus rakyat Malaysia menyatakan mereka membeli-belah secara online sekurang-kurangnya sekali sebulan.
Kajian itu juga menunjukkan kategori teratas untuk belian secara online adalah pembayaran bil 58 peratus, fesyen 52 peratus dan tempahan perjalanan 52 peratus.
Justeru, kehadiran pemain industri seperti Merchantrade Asia Sdn Bhd (Merchantrade) yang memperkenalkan kad visa pra bayar pelbagai mata wang Merchantrade Money menjadi faktor penyumbang kepada ledakan dunia digital di Malaysia.
Kad Merchantrade Money ini dengan saiz dompet RM10,000 menawarkan urus niaga dalam 20 mata wang asing antaranya dollar Australia, pound sterling, rupiah Indonesia, dollar Singapura dan dollar Amerika.
Keupayaan Merchantrade Money untuk menukar mata wang Ringgit Malaysia ke mata wang asing di mana sahaja memberi fleksibiliti dan keselesaan kepada pelanggan untuk melakukan urus niaga dalam mata wang yang mereka kehendaki pada kadar pertukaran mata wang yang telah dikunci.
Ia memberi faedah dan kelebihan kepada pelanggan yang ingin memaksimumkan nilai wang mereka dan memastikan mereka tidak terjejas dengan naik turun kadar pertukaran mata wang asing.
Sejak Kad Visa Pra Bayar Pelbagai Mata Wang Merchantrade Money dilancarkan, kad itu mencatatkan tambah nilai mencecah RM300 juta selepas setahun dilancarkan dan meraih pertumbuhan tinggi dalam pendaftaran serta dijangka mencecah tambah nilai berjumlah hampir RM300 juta.
Pelanggan menggunakan kad berkenaan untuk pelbagai jenis kemudahan seperti pembelian barangan, mengembara dan pembelian mata wang asing.
Ketika Kad Merchantrade Money dilancarkan pada awal 2018, hanya lima matawang ditawarkan namun kini ia menawarkan 20 matawang termasuk dollar AS, dollar Singapura, British Pound, Australian dollar, Indonesian Rupee, Euro, Thai Baht, Yen, Saudi Riyal, China Renminbi, Hong Kong dollar, South Korean Won, Indian Rupee yang sering menjadi permintaan dikalangan pengembara.
Maka tidak hairanlah kegunaan kad itu di luar negara bagi tujuan transaksi wang meningkat kepada 70 peratus sekali gus membuktikan orang ramai masih berbelanja dan memiliki daya berbelanja yang tinggi.
Merchantrade Money menawarkan kemudahan pertukaran wang 24-jam kepada pelanggan di serata dunia termasuk mereka yang sedang berada di luar negara dan selain itu, perkhidmatan ini juga memperkenalkan gaya hidup baru kepada pelanggan.
Penggunaan kad itu mampu mengubah kelaziman mereka apabila bertukar daripada konsep membawa wang tunai kepada konsep baru yang menggunakan kaedah digital sepenuhnya.
Apabila pelanggan memerlukan wang ketika menggembara, mereka boleh mengeluarkan mata wang asing di mana-mana mesin juruwang automatik (ATM) yang mempunyai perkhidmatan Visa di seluruh dunia pada kadar yang ditetapkan dan tertakluk pada caj bank negara berkenaan.
Kad ini disokong oleh aplikasi mudah alih yang memudahkan pelanggan memeriksa baki wang, mengurus bajet, mengirim wang, menukar ringgit ke pelbagai mata wang dan melakukan urus niaga e-dagang.
Merchantrade Money dibangunkan dengan kerjasama penyedia teknologi pembayaran global, Visa, dan ia boleh digunakan di lebih 44 hingga 46 juta rangkaian perniagaan seluruh dunia.
Kemudahan ini bakal mengubah pengalaman pembayaran untuk warga Malaysia khususnya mereka yang selalu ke luar negara dan pekerja asing di negara ini. Ini kerana ramai di kalangan pekerja asing di Malaysia tidak mempunyai akses kepada kemudahan pembayaran elektronik.
Merchantrade Money menawarkan pelbagai perkhidmatan kepada pemegang kad termasuk keupayaan menukar Ringgit Malaysia ke mata wang asing, mengirim wang kepada orang tersayang, dan membeli-belah dalam talian dengan mudah melalui aplikasi mudah alih.
Pelanggan Merchantrade merangkumi pengembara, expatriat, pelajar serta pekerja asing yang merupakan pengguna tegar yang mendapatkan perkhidmatan kaunter syarikat termasuk perkhidmatan pertukaran wang dan perkhidmatan dalam talian iaitu e-Remit dan e-Forex.
Berdasarkan trend ini, Merchantrade percaya ia membuka peluang pasaran yang luas untuk kad ini memandangkan lebih ramai pengguna kini membeli-belah secara dalam talian yang lazimnya dijalankan dalam mata wang asing.
Tambah nilai juga mudah kerana boleh dilakukan melalui saluran Internet menerusi CIMB Clicks, Maybank, JomPay dan FPX. Apabila dana dimasukkan ke dalam kad, ia boleh digunakan untuk membeli barangan atau perkhidmatan di kedai-kedai yang menyediakan Visa.
Kelebihan memiliki kad ini turut mempunyai ciri Visa payWave yang boleh digunakan untuk membuat pembayaran tanpa sentuh sehingga RM250.
Sejak kad itu diperkenalkan, kumpulan pekerja asing yang bekerja di negara ini adalah antara golongan yang paling ramai menggunakannya kerana kebanyakan mereka tidak mempunyai buku akaun bank tempatan dan menjadikan kad ini untuk menyimpan gaji setiap bulan.
Kumpulan pekerja asing ini juga turut menggunakan kemudahan kad itu untuk mengirimkan wang ke kampung halaman masing-masing tanpa perlu membawa wang tunai yang banyak sekali gus mengurangkan risiko kehilangan atau kecurian.
Selain itu, kad itu turut dimiliki kumpulan profesional khususnya ahli perniagaan yang sering ke luar negara, pelancong dan ibu bapa yang mempunyai anak-anak yang menuntut di universiti di luar negara.
Penggunaan kad ini yang mudah, fleksibel, selamat dan pantas untuk membuat pembayaran kerana diterima di seluruh dunia.
Merchantrade Money menawarkan pelbagai perkhidmatan kepada pemegang kad termasuk mengirim wang kepada orang tersayang dan membeli-belah dalam talian dengan mudah melalui aplikasi mudah alih.
Merchantrade ialah rakan MDEC untuk program Global Acceleration Innovation Network (GAIN) yang diwujudkan untuk memacu perkembangan Malaysia dan syarikat berkaitan teknologi tempatan yang berpotensi menjadi pemain global dalam empat bahagian utama – melonjakkan kehadiran jenama, membantu akses ke dalam pasaran, meningkatkan keupayaan, padanan untuk penggabungan dan/atau pengambilalihan atau akses ke dalam ekosistem pembiayaan
Faedah yang boleh dinikmati daripada kad ini
Ketenangan tanpa perlu membawa wang tunai
Kemudahan membuat bayaran dan perkhidmatan di jutaan perniagaan seluruh dunia
Pengeluaran tunai di cawangan Merchantrade, ejen terpilih serta 12,000 mesin ATM Visa di Malaysia dan 2 juta seluruh dunia (setakat Julai 2017)
Akses kepada pelbagai perkhidmatan 24 jam sehari
Tiada forex tersembunyi atau caj berbilang mata wang untuk Dompet Mata Wang Tersenarai sekiranya anda membuat bayaran di luar negara menggunakan mata wang tempatan yang dimasukkan dalam dompet kad
Kelebihan guna aplikasi Merchantrade Money
Membeli atau menjual mata wang di aplikasi dengan kadar terbaik
Tambah nilai ke akaun secara dalam talian (online)
Hantar wang ke pemegang kad lain dalam aplikasi
Semak rekod transaksi dan baki wallet dalam waktu semasa
Beli-belah secara online untuk lebih banyak produk dan perkhidmatan
Bagaimana untuk memohon Kad Prabayar Visa Merchantrade Money?
Pemohon boleh terus pergi ke cawangan Merchantrade atau ejen terpilih untuk mendapatkan kad dan mengisi borang permohonan disediakan.
Pemohon perlu berumur sekurang-kurangnya 12 tahun ke atas untuk memohon Kad ini dan perlu menyediakan butiran atau dokumen untuk mendapatkan kad.
Vivo V15Pro Unveils Cutting-Edge Tech to Rev Up the Mobile Experience
VIVO V15Pro is Vivo’s first model after the NEX to incorporate the industry’s first Elevating Front Camera. It packs upgraded AI technology, bringing consumers a stunning full-screen smartphone with an intelligent personal assistant that understands and anticipates their needs.
Vivo once again is breaking new ground by elevating the mobile experience with this latest affordable V series addition that packs in many high-end technologies that usually feature in only the most premium phones.
In addition to the Elevating Front Camera, the V15Pro includes cutting-edge technologies like its AI Triple Camera that takes pro-photography on the smartphone to another level, plus In-Display Fingerprint Scanning.
“Innovation is one of our core values. Aside from the industry’s first Elevating Front Camera which gave us the ultimate bezel-less display, we are always looking to bring other game-changing features, such as higher-quality cameras and smarter AI services that transport the mobile experience to a new dimension.” Said Mike Xu, Chief Executive Officer of Vivo Malaysia.
“The V15Pro is a clear example of our commitment to bringing advanced products to consumers from all around the world and from all walks of life.”
Taking inspiration from the groundbreaking NEX, V15Pro carries the same Elevating Front Camera, but better. V15Pro comes with a staggering 32MP Front Camera to capture even better selfies with unrivalled clarity. Vivo has further upgraded the mechanics of the Elevating Front Camera in V15Pro.
Design enhancements also ensure the camera is sturdy enough to withstand daily wear-and-tear. The innovative Elevating Front Camera which first debuted at MWC 2018 as a concept and was featured in the first NEX has effectively created the ideal full-screen display without compromising on photo quality or camera position.
With the elimination of the notch, V15Pro now has a staggering 91.64% screen-to-body ratio, creating an unprecedented immersive viewing experience for gaming and video
viewing.
The Super AMOLED Ultra FullView™ Display on the V15Pro now has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, and is 6.39 inches diagonally. Its side and top bezels have been reduced to a razor-thin 1.75mm and 2.2mm respectively.
V15Pro comes with AI-embedded solutions that take the mobile photography experience to the next level. With an AI Triple Camera, V15Pro allows consumers to take photos with stunning clarity and a wider perspective.
Users can easily capture professional-grade photos with a snap, thanks to the 48 Million Quad Pixel Sensor 1 , 8MP AI Super Wide-Angle Camera, and 5MP Depth Camera. The “four-in-one pixel” technology in the main rear camera combines four pixels into one large pixel to deliver high-quality 12MP photos even in the dark.
Borrowing from V11, V15Pro is equipped with AI photography features including AI Face Beauty and AI Portrait Framing. The all-new AI Super Night Mode makes shaky night shots a thing of the past, as consumers can now capture amazing night scenery without a tripod or a DSLR camera.
AI Super Night Mode can instantly take multiple photos at different exposures. It then brilliantly combines them to greatly improve brightness and clarity, meaning night scenes can now be captured with a high level of detail and stability.
With the all-new AI Body Shaping feature, users can now look naturally perfect by adjusting every aspect of the body such as the waist and legs – users will no longer need to use photo-editing applications to look their best.
V15Pro also incorporates Vivo’s popular In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology, which is now in its 5th generation with higher fingerprint pixel density and more sophisticated algorithms allowing consumers to unlock their phones in a more secure and intuitive manner.
Without a physical fingerprint pad, the sleek back cover adopts a unique Spectrum Ripple Design in Topaz Blue or Coral Red, that reflect different shades at different angles, complementing the futuristic innovations housed within V15Pro.
Whether you want to activate AI Face Beauty, clean up phone memory, or search for food
pictures in your album, just utter the command and V15Pro will do it for you immediately.
Avid gamers will love the upgraded Game Mode 5.0. It comes with the new Competition Mode that allocates system resources to prioritise game performance, and Dual-Turbo, which reduces frame-drop by 300% and increases smooth gameplay.
V15Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 675AIE Octa-core processor with 6GB RAM + 128 ROM, ensuring ultra-smooth performance. Consumers can also have peace of mind that their phone will be up and running at all times thanks to Vivo’s latest Dual-Engine Fast Charging technology, which tops the V15Pro up to about a quarter of power in just 15 minutes.
V15Pro in Topaz Blue and Coral Red will be available for pre-order, which comes with a complimentary gift box in Malaysia from 26 February to 1 March 2019 via its roadshows at select locations, Vivo Concept Stores, authorised dealers and collaboration partners.
Additionally, Vivo will also be holding a V15 Pro Superday Sale on 2 March 2019 at Sunway Pyramid (Blue Concourse) where early birds will received a complimentary DJI Spark selfie drone (on a first come first serve basis) and a Vivo gift box.
The public is also encouraged to take part in the exciting contest and giveaways that will be held on Vivo’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/VivoMalaysia). Stay tuned for more information on Vivo V15Pro Superday Sale on 2 nd March 2019.
From Left: Mohd Yusof, Mark Lim, Antony Lee, Steve Crouch, Chua Seck Guan
The General Insurance Industry registered a growth of 1.5% in 2018 on the back of higher premiums from its two largest classes of insurance, Motor and Fire.
GROSS written premiums amounted to RM17.92 billion. Motor remained the largest class with a market share of 47.3% followed by Fire at 19.6% and Marine Aviation & Transit (MAT) at 7.4%.
From Left: Mohd Yusof, Mark Lim, Antony Lee, Steve Crouch, Chua Seck Guan
Motor insurance recorded gross written premiums of RM8.47 billion with a growth of
1.8% supported by increases in new vehicle sales in both the private motor cars and
commercial vehicles segments.
Close to 600,000 new vehicles were sold in 2018 compared to 580,000 in 2017 as a result of increased demand during the tax free months from June to August 2018.
Fire insurance grew 2.8% and maintained its position as the second largest class with gross written premiums of RM 3.51 billion. MAT insurance declined 0.3% with gross written premiums of RM 1.33 billion owing to reductions in the Cargo and Offshore Oil Related classes.
Medical and Health insurance (MHI) grew 5.2% to RM1.16 billion while Personal Accident insurance rose 6.9% to RM 1.21 billion. The Miscellaneous Class recorded a dip of 4.8% with gross written premiums at RM2.24 billion.
Within this class Bonds, Liabilities, Engineering and Workmen’s Compensation insurances declined year on year. Uncertainty over some mega construction projects which are currently under review contributed to the slowdown.
From Left: Mohd Yusof, Mark Lim, Antony Lee, Steve Crouch, Chua Seck Guan
Malaysia has one of the highest road accident numbers in the world. Total Motor
insurance claims incurred by the industry rose to RM 5.45 billion in 2018. PIAM is
committed to work with the Government and all agencies to reduce road accidents
nationwide.
The industry is in close collaboration with both Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) and Jabatan Keselamatan Jalan Raya (JKJR) at the Ministry of Transport. PIAM is working with the Ministry to enable insurers to have access to traffic summons data which can then be used in the calculation of insurance premiums.
In this way bad risks will be recognized while good drivers with summons-free record will be incentivized.
At the recent Chinese New Year (CNY) Road Safety Campaign officiated by the Minister of Transport, PIAM launched its music video on road safety. The video features PIAM’s road safety campaign Ambassador, Adibah Noor with cameos by the Minister of Transport Anthony Loke and the Deputy Minister of Transport, Dato’ Kamarudin Jaffar.
PIAM Chairman Antony Lee said, “We believe that the general public can relate to this music video as it highlights the bad habits that we have adopted knowingly or unknowingly on a daily basis, which compromises our safety on the road.
If Malaysians are able to change these bad driving habits, we remain optimistic on the possibility to reduce national accidents by 20% in the near term and 50% in the longer term. Everyone needs to play their role to make our roads safer.
Drivers need to follow traffic rules and observe speed limits, because speeding is one of the major causes of accidents. We hope this music video will be able to reach out to all Malaysians and make a difference.”
Based on the latest statistics from the police it is encouraging to note that there has been a slight decrease in the number of accidents during Op Selamat in conjunction with CNY 2019. PDRM statistics show that the number of accidents reduced by 1% during the 15-day period compared to the same period last year (20,829 in 2019 compared to 21,041 in 2018). Fatalities also reduced by 4.4% from 226 to 216 deaths.
PIAM CEO Mark Lim said, “Motorists involved in accidents can rely on PIAM’s Accident Assist Call Centre (AACC) for help. The AACC toll-free hotline 15-500 operates 24/7 nationwide, providing emergency roadside assistance such as towing services and responding to insurance claims enquires from all motorists.
It provides peace of mind to all road users and prevents any unwanted third party intervention which can confuse or take advantage of victims, especially at the scene of an
accident.”
Overall the number of stolen vehicles continued its downward trend in 2018 declining 25% from 16,729 to 12,496 vehicles for all classes. Since 2015 lesser vehicles have been stolen year on year. PIAM and the Vehicle Theft Reduction Council of Malaysia (VTREC) commend the unrelenting efforts, commitment and hard work of the Police, Customs and other law-enforcement agencies to combat vehicle theft in the country.
The VTREC platform is a success story for the industry. Positive outcomes can be achieved with concerted efforts by all stakeholders (both government and private sector) working together for a common purpose.
To this end PIAM will expand the scope of VTREC to include reduction of road accidents as a key objective of the council. Discussions with all stakeholders on the broadening of VTREC’s scope are currently ongoing.
The Phased Liberalisation of the general insurance industry has gained a steady momentum since it took effect in 2016. PIAM member companies have introduced new and innovative products to better serve consumers and meet their various protection needs.
As at 25 February 2019, the industry has launched 48 new Motor and 46 new Fire products in the market. The industry eagerly anticipates further liberalisation and look forward to the eventual opening up of the market.
The Fraud Intelligence System (FIS) which was implemented in late 2017 has completed its pilot phase. It will help insurers to combat motor insurance fraud in Malaysia.
This is an industry-wide initiative with the participation of all member companies. Deploying the latest data analytics technology, FIS provide fraud alerts to insurers when a claim is first submitted by a motorist.
The system will expose fraud syndicates at work and provide leads for detailed investigation by insurance companies, eventually leading to their prosecution under the law.
Looking ahead the Malaysian economy in all likelihood will remain on a steady growth path but current challenges in the operating and business climate will prevail. PIAM anticipates the general insurance industry to continue growing at a slow rate for 2019.
Volvo Car Malaysia continues network expansion with 3S centre in Setia Alam
VOLVO Car Malaysia, the premium car maker, together with its newly appointed dealer, Motion Beyond, launched Volvo Setia Alam, the latest Volvo 3S centre (Sales, Service, and Spare Parts) in Setia Alam, strengthening the brand’s foothold in Greater Kuala Lumpur.
The opening affirms Volvo Car Malaysia’s commitment to better service its customers by expanding its dealer network and put in place measures to improve overall customer experience.
“Since we started the transformation plan, we have seen a tremendous upvote from our customers based on the surveys conducted.
As a people-centric brand, this is an important indicator that we are heading in the right direction,” said Lennart Stegland, the Managing Director of Volvo Car Malaysia.
To date, Volvo Car Malaysia has 11 dealerships across the country with 5 servicing customers within Greater Kuala Lumpur.
This year, Volvo Car Malaysia intends to secure more locations throughout the country, especially in areas where it is not represented.
“The most important thing for us (Volvo Car Malaysia) is to secure competent dealer-partners that are passionate about the brand and ensure that they are consistently representing the brand in the right way – this is our promise to our customers,” added Stegland.
Strategically located at the border between Shah Alam and Klang, Volvo Setia Alam will adhere to Volvo’s global showroom and service standards called Volvo Retail Experience (VRE) standard – Volvo’s customer-centric and Scandinavian-inspired approach of selling cars.
“Both Klang and Shah Alam are matured townships with great market potential for luxury car brands. We are happy to be a part of the Volvo Cars and we are confident that Volvo’s new model line-up will appeal to this demographic,” said Joshua Lee, the Managing Director of Motion Beyond.
With close to 15 years of experience within the automotive industry, Lee is a respected figure in Setia Alam. Volvo Setia Alam showroom opens from 9:00 am till 7:00 pm from Monday to Saturday and from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm on Sundays and public holidays.
AirAsia telah tiba di Fukuoka (Jepun) secara langsung menandakan perkhidmatan penerbangan terus sulung dari ibu negara Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur.
FUKUOKA menyertai senarai destinasi jarak jauh AirAsia yang terus berkembang dengan pengumuman operasi empat kali seminggu antara Kuala Lumpur dan bandar terbesar Kyushu tersebut.
(L-R): Representative Director and President & CEO Fukuoka International Airport Co., Ltd. Tetsuya Nagasao; Deputy Mayor of Fukuoka City Masanao Nakazono; Board of Director AirAsia X Malaysia Dato’ Fam Ee Lee; CEO AirAsia X Malaysia Mr. Benyamin Ismail; Governor of Fukuoka Prefecture Hiroshi Ogawa; Administrator of Fukuoka Airport, Osaka Regional Civil Aviation Bureau Fumito Ohya; Deputy Director Tourism Malaysia Tokyo Shahrul Aman Sabir Ahmad flanked by Cabin Crew
Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif AirAsia X Malaysia Benyamin Ismail berkata, “Selamat datang ke Fukuoka, destinasi pertama kami di kepulauan Selatan Jepun, Kyushu.”
“Lebih dari 156,000 tempat duduk setahun akan ditawarkan bagi laluan baharu ini, memberi peluang kepada para tetamu untuk menempah perjalanan tambang rendah ke satu lagi destinasi menakjubkan yang terdapat di negara Jepun.”
Sejak melancarkan penerbangan ke Jepun dari Malaysia pada tahun 2010, AirAsia telah menerbangkan lebih dari 6.5 juta tetamu antara kedua-dua negara ini. Kini, syarikat penerbangan tersebut mengendalikan perkhidmatan antarabangsa ke Jepun dari Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok dan Taipei dengan penerbangan sambungan dari Malaysia ke Honolulu, Amerika Syarikat yang beroperasi melalui Osaka.
“Laluan baharu ini menandakan komitmen kami untuk terus membangun pertumbuhan kami di Jepun, dan kami yakin laluan ini akan memberi peningkatan signifikan kepada ekonomi tempatan.
“Sekalung penghargaan kepada rakan kerjasama termasuk pihak berkuasa lapangan penerbangan, agensi pelancongan dan kerajaan tempatan yang berkenaan dalam menjayakan laluan baharu ini.” kata Benyamin.
Gabenor Wilayah Fukuoka Hiroshi Ogawa, Timbalan Datuk Bandar Fukuoka Masanao Nakazono, Pengurus Lapangan Terbang Fukuoka, Biro Penerbangan Awam Daerah Osaka Fumito Ohya dan Pengarah Perwakilan dan Presiden & Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Syarikat Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Fukuoka Tetsuya Nagasao mengalu-alukan kedatangan Penerbangan AirAsia D7 538 di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Fukuoka.
Untuk meraikan penerbangan sulung ini, AirAsia menawarkan tambang termasuk semua bermula dari RM299* bagi tempat duduk biasa dan RM1,099* bagi tempat duduk Premium Flatbed yang telah memenangi pelbagai anugerah.
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AirAsia kini mempunyai hampir 110 penerbangan seminggu dan merangkumi 12 laluan antarabangsa dan domestik di Jepun, termasuk laluan terbarunya antara Nagoya dan Taipei yang baru dilancarkan bulan lalu.
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