Taj Noteholders and Fung Retailing reach agreement to partner on Toys “R” Us Asia business
TOYS “R” Us Asia announced that the approximate 85% interest in Toys (Labuan) Holding Limited (the “Company”) will be acquired by the holders of its parent company TRU Taj LLC’s Senior Secured Notes (the “Taj Noteholders”).
The Taj Noteholders and Fung Retailing Limited (“Fung Retailing”), the owner of approximately 15% of the Company, have agreed to new partnership terms in a transaction which values the Company at approximately US$900 million.
As part of this transaction, Fung Retailing will acquire, at the transaction value, an incremental 6% of the Company from the Taj Noteholders, thereby increasing Fung Retailing’s ownership to approximately 21% of the Company, making it the largest shareholder in the Company.
This transaction facilitates the separation of the Asian business from its ultimate parent Toys “R” Us, Inc. and positions the Company well for an exciting new chapter of growth.
The Taj Noteholders includes several investment funds and financial institutions with extensive experience investing in and owning international businesses and retail companies.
A spokesperson for the Taj Noteholders commented, “This transaction is a significant step in separating the valuable and growing Toys “R” Us Asia operation from the rest of the business.
The Company’s growth prospects in Greater China, Japan and Southeast Asia are bright and we are excited about investing in and owning the Company in partnership with Fung Retailing.”
Pieter Schats, Executive Director of Fung Retailing, commented, “Since introducing Toys “R” Us to Hong Kong in 1986, Fung Retailing has played an integral role in the successful growth and development of Toys “R” Us in Asia.
As a sign of the confidence we have in the management team and future success of Toys “R” Us in the region, we are pleased to increase our shareholding in the Company, reflecting our commitment to support Toys “R” Us Asia in reaching new heights.”
The Company will continue to be led by its current President & CEO, Andre Javes and his experienced management team, who have consistently and successfully built the business across the Asia region.
In addition, the Company will be making a significant investment in technology to boost its infrastructure for the future. The Company sources toy, education and baby products from across the globe, with significant emphasis on quality, safety and trust.
“We are committed to remaining the leading specialty retailer of toy, education and baby products in
Asia by driving innovation and quality through our products and services,” Javes added.
“The conclusion of the sale process brings clarity to the Company’s ownership and we look forward to strengthening and leveraging our partnerships with our vendors and commercial stakeholders.
Our shareholders’ investment is a huge vote of confidence in our vision, our team and our winning model.”
About Toys (Labuan) Holding Limited
By year end 2018, Toys (Labuan) Holding Ltd and its subsidiaries will operate over 450 stores with more than 10,000 team members in Japan, Greater China and Southeast Asia – including Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand – and license over 85 stores in the Philippines and Macau.
In March 2017 Toys “R” Us Japan was successfully integrated into Toys (Labuan) Holding Limited which added over 160 stores to the pan-Asia toy, education and baby products store chain. As the leading toy, education and baby products retailer for children in Asia, the Company offers a differentiated shopping experience with a broad selection of exclusive products and unique services.
Toys (Labuan) Holding Limited operates as a separate legal entity and is financially independent from all other Toys “R” Us current or former operating companies around the world.
About the Taj Noteholders
The Taj Noteholders include investment funds and financial institutions who collectively manage billions of dollars of committed capital. The Taj Noteholders have extensive experience investing in retail companies around the world.
New retail concept is first of its kind in the tire industry
THE Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is introducing a completely new tire shopping and installation experience: Roll by Goodyear. The Washington, D.C., metro area is the first market where Roll by Goodyear showrooms and the multiple installation options will be available.
Shopping preferences have changed with consumers favouring convenience, efficiency and an ability to shop interchangeably online and in-store and Roll by Goodyear was designed with these needs in mind.
“Roll by Goodyear makes buying tires easier,” said Fred Thomas, Vice President and General Manager of Goodyear Retail. “Guests can choose when, where and how to install their tires and they are in complete control of the process from start to finish.
Goodyear is eliminating the waiting room and giving people time back in their day to do the things they really want to do.”
Here’s how it works:
– Guests start their shopping online with a seamless experience at RollByGoodyear.com or in a showroom. Roll by Goodyear showrooms are located in vibrant lifestyle centres where people live, work and play.
– Once tires are purchased either online or in-store, guests can pick from a handful of installation options. They can drop off their keys at a showroom and enjoy the nearby amenities or Roll by Goodyear will provide valet service that will pick up a guest’s vehicle from a location of their choice and bring it to back to wherever they are. People can also schedule a mobile installation van that will come to where they are and install their tires.
– The entire installation will be accompanied by real-time email or text status updates, so no time is spent wondering when your vehicle will be ready.
Goodyear conducted significant pre-market testing for Roll and the results were extremely favorable across all demographics, particularly with millennials.
While Roll by Goodyear will look, feel and transact differently from Goodyear’s traditional company-owned stores, they are backed by the 120-year history of innovation, quality and superior performance of Goodyear.
Perodua memberi peluang kepada para pengunjung Pameran Motor Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur 2018 (KLIMS18) untuk melihat keupayaan masa hadapannya, terutama sekali dari segi konsep reka bentuk.
PERODUA menerusi pameran KLIMS18 menawarkan satu kilasan kepada arah yang mungkin untuk memenuhi jangkaan para pelanggan yang sentiasa berkembang.
Presiden dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Perodua, Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh berkata, bertemakan Illumination (pencahayaan), sudut pameran Perodua menggambarkan visi dan cita-cita syarikat untuk terus mencetuskan idea-idea yang sejajar dengan keperluan dan kehendak pelanggan masa hadapan.
Turut diperkenalkan di Perodua Illumination adalah X-Concept, sebuah kenderaan konsep berteknologi tinggi yang menuju ke arah aspirasi dan gaya hidup masa hadapan. Para pengunjung dialu-alukan untuk berhubung dengan pasukan Penyelidikan dan Pembangunan (R&D) Perodua dengan memberi maklum balas dan pandangan mereka terhadap X-Concept,
Mengambil bentuk dinamik hatchback, ciri-ciri menarik Perodua X-Concept termasuk gril hadapan dan logo Perodua yang diterangi LED, lampu hadapan LED berbentuk Y, lampu isyarat membelok yang berurutan dan pintu sway yang mendedahkan ketiadaan pilar B apabila dibuka.
Pada bahagian dalaman, X-Concept mempunyai susun atur papan pemuka futuristik yang mengelilingi panel instrumen TFT, skrin sesentuh tengah 12.9 inci dan stereng flat-bottom.
“Seiring dengan tema Beyond Mobility KLIMS18, Perodua X-Concept adalah lebih daripada sekadar kenderaan. Ia merupakan manifestasi visi Perodua masa hadapan di mana kenderaan menjadi kenyataan gaya hidup dan dipenuhi dengan teknologi tersambung (connected technology).
“Kami juga memberi peluang kepada para pengunjung untuk memandu dan mengalami sendiri X-Concept, melalui dunia realiti maya (VR),” kata Datuk (Dr) Aminar.
Turut dipamerkan di Perodua Illumination adalah Myvi GT, satu percubaan reka bentuk yang meneroka versi Myvi yang lebih sporty. Kenderaan ini mempunyai bumper hadapan dan belakang yang tampil lebih agresif, sistem brek yang dinaik taraf serta sport rim 17 inci, kerusi bucket Alcantara dan stereng flat-bottom.
Myvi GT
Peminat teknikal akan teruja dengan pameran powertrain generasi seterusnya yang dibangunkan oleh rakan teknikal Perodua, Daihatsu Motor Company of Japan, dan akhir sekali, para pengunjung akan diberi intipan kepada tawaran masa hadapan Perodua.
“Kunjungilah sudut pameran kami kerana kami akan menjalankan banyak aktiviti di sepanjang kelangsungan KLIMS18.
Antaranya permainan interaktif, peraduan digital, hadiah-hadiah dan persembahan yang menarik supaya kami dapat lebih dekat dengan para pelanggan semasa serta masa hadapan kami,” kata Datuk (Dr) Aminar.
Myvi GT
KLIMS18 dibuka kepada orang ramai mulai 23 November hingga 2 Disember di Pusat Perdagangan dan Pameran Antarabangsa Malaysia (MITEC). Perodua Illumination terletak di Aras 1.
From L-R COO of MMM Ilham, President of MAA Dato Aishah, CEO of MMM Shinnishi, Minister of Transport, Anthony Loke, Chief Product Specialist of MMC, Masuda
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) will be launching the new Mitsubishi Triton in the first quarter of 2019.
MITSUBISHI Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, held an exclusive media preview of the New Triton during the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 (KLIMS) at Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
“Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has been producing pick-ups for the past 40 years, since 1978. To date, over 4.7 million units have been built and are being used in some of the most extreme road conditions around the world.
In Malaysia, the Triton has found more than 70,000 proud owners since its launch in 2006,” said Tomoyuki Shinnishi, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia.
He added “Our principal Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) in Japan recently launched a new global tagline called ‘Drive your Ambition’. It is a powerful statement of our commitment to the values and aspirations of its drivers.
The New Triton is developed based on the concept of ‘BEYOND TOUGH’ image and we believe it will impress customers with its tougher exterior, superior handling, as well as advanced safety features.”
The New Triton is imported as a Completely Built-Up (CBU) vehicle from MMC’s regional production hub in Thailand. The Malaysian market offers five variants of the New Triton with the following estimated prices starts from RM 100K to RM 140K in Peninsular Malaysia.
Prices are quoted on-the-road without insurance (10% SST inclusive) for Individual Private Owners.
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The New Triton’s front fascia features the latest iteration of Mitsubishi Motors Dynamic Shield design language with slim headlamps flanking the grille and fog lamps and indicators tucked into the corners.
The available colours are White Diamond, Black Mica, Sterling Silver and Graphite Grey Metallic.
The New Triton is powered by the award-winning 2.4-litre MIVEC turbodiesel engine with Variable Valve Timing technology. Coupled with Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT), it produces a strong 181 PS of power and 430 Nm of torque.
A new 6 speed auto transmission has also been added to improve the driving efficiency in the New Triton. Driven by a Super Select 4WD II with Off-road Mode, the New Triton delivers powerful and confident driving performance across all terrains.
The New Triton will also come with advanced safety features such as Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM), Ultrasonic Misacceleration Mitigation System (UMS), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Blind Spot Warning with Lane Change Assist (BSW with LCA) and Auto High Beam (AHB).
Depending on the variants, the New Triton is equipped with seven SRS airbags, Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Active Stability with Traction Control (ASTC), Hill-Start Assist (HSA), Hill Descend Control (HDC), Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) and Brake Override System and rest reminder functions for a complete peace-of-mind driving.
The safety of the Triton is further strengthened by a strong Mitsubishi Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) body construction which is reinforced with super high tensile steel.
Malaysians will be able to get the first close-up view of the New Triton at a series of special displays at major towns and cities from 7 December 2018 to 20 January 2019.
In conjunction with the arrival of the new model, authorised Mitsubishi Motors dealers nationwide are accepting pre-launch bookings from customers who wish to be among the first to own the New Triton in Malaysia.
Be one of the first 1,000 owners to book and register a New Triton and receive an exclusive limited edition THULE all-purpose luggage bag worth RM2,000.
Proton membuat penampilan umum bagi SUV pertamanya iaitu Proton X70 pada hari media di Pameran Motor Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIMS) 2018.
PAMERAN di Pusat Pameran dan Dagangan Antarabangsa Malaysia (MITEC) di Kuala Lumpur, yang dibuka secara rasmi kepada orang ramai bermula 23 November sehingga 2 Disember dan semua pengunjung dijemput untuk melihat dengan lebih dekat Proton X70 ketika melawat ke booth PROTON.
Meskipun ini bukan kali pertama Proton X70 diperlihatkan kepada orang ramai, kesemua aktiviti yang diadakan sebelum ini adalah aktiviti pratonton tertutup bagi tetamu jemputan sahaja.
Oleh itu, ini merupakan kali pertama model ini akan dipamerkan dalam persekitaran orang ramai seperti KLIMS dan bagi pengunjung yang datang, ini adalah peluang mereka yang pertama untuk melihat dengan lebih dekat bahagian dalaman dan luaran model terbaru PROTON itu.
Selain mempamerkan sebanyak lima unit model itu, PROTON juga menyediakan ruangan khas untuk memberikan pengunjung merasai pengalaman unik bagi teknologi dan kelengkapan yang dipasang pada model terbaharunya.
Product presentation by Yang Jun, Vice President Of Engineering & Technical of PROTON
Sebagai contoh, model ‘half-cut’ turut dipamerkan untuk menunjukkan bahagian-bahagian kritikal di mana badan kereta tersebut telah diperkuatkan untuk menjadikannya lebih selamat sekiranya berlaku kemalangan.
Beberapa panel paparan skrin sentuh yang ada pada bahagian dalaman Proton X70 juga telah disediakan untuk menunjuk cara penggunaannya dan membolehkan pengunjung mencuba sistem arahan suara.
Untuk menambahkan lagi keterujaan pada paparan produknya, PROTON akan memberi peluang kepada para pengunjung KLIMS untuk merasai sendiri sistem bantuan tambahan pemandu yang ada pada Proton X70 tanpa perlu memandu uji model tersebut.
Ruangan Realiti Maya (VR) akan menunjukkan cara bagaimana sistem seperti Program Kestabilan Elektronik (ESP), Brek Kecemasan Berautonomi (AEB) dengan Amaran Perlanggaran Hadapan (FCW) dan Kawalan Pelayaran Adaptif (ACC).
Turut diperkenalkan Sistem Amaran Tukaran Lorong (LDW) dan Sistem Amaran Titik Buta (BLIS) berfungsi dalam pemanduan, memberikan perasaan sebenar yang akan dirasakan pemandu apabila sistem-sistem ini diaktifkan.
PROTON turut mengumumkan 12 Disember sebagai tarikh pelancaran yang dipilih untuk Proton X70 yang akan diadakan di Pusat Konvensyen Kuala Lumpur.
Ciri baru iaitu Honda LaneWatch, Pedal Penukar Gear (Paddle Shift) dan Tempat Duduk 8 Talaan Kuasa Untuk Pemandu.
HONDA Malaysia Sdn Bhd (HMSB) mempamerkan varian terkini SUV kompak yang mendahului segmennya, HR-V RS di Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS 2018).
Sejak Honda Malaysia membuka tempahan di semua 97 pengedar Honda di seluruh negara pada Julai lalu, lebih 4,100 tempahan telah diterima untuk HR-V Baharu hingga ke hari ini.
Honda HR-V RS
Dilancarkan pada 2015 di Malaysia, HR-V telah mendapat maklum balas positif dari pasaran apabila mencatat jualan kumulatif keseluruhan sebanyak 72,200 unit sehingga kini.
Di antara Januari dan September 2018, model-model Honda seperti Jazz, City, Civic, Accord, CR-V dan BR-V muncul sebagai peneraju dalam segmen masing-masing. Honda juga berjaya mengekalkan posisinya sebagai jenama No 1 dalam segmen Bukan Nasional dan No 2 Jumlah Keseluruhan Industri (TIV) secara keseluruhannya.
HR-V RS Baharu tampil lebih “sporty” dan menarik menerusi bahagian luarannya yang terdiri daripada reka bentuk signatur Honda. Misalnya konsep rekaan ‘Solid Wing Face’ dengan Lampu Utama LED Baharu, Lampu Nyalaan Siang (DRL) LED, Lampu Kabus LED dan Kombinasi Lampu Belakang LED.
Varian HR-V RS Baharu dipasang dengan Rim-Aloi Dua Tona bersaiz 18-inci, Rekaan Gril Hadapan yang “sporty”, selain bampar hadapan dan belakang baharu untuk meningkatkan lagi penampilannya yang menarik.
Perincian-perincian baharu seperti kemasan hendal pintu krom gelap, kemasan plat krom gelap, sil sisi berwarna hitam yang “sporty” dan kemasan pada perumah lampu kabus yang memberikan rasa yang lebih segar kepada varian RS.
Sebagai tambahan kepada penampilan dan ciri yang telah dipertingkatkan, HR-V RS Baharu dikuasakan oleh enjin 1.8L SOHC i-VTEC.
Enjin itu dipadankan dengan kotak gear Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) daripada Earth Dreams Technology Honda yang menawarkan prestasi dan penjimatan bahan api yang seimbang.
Ia kini dilengkapi satu ciri baru – sistem stereng Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) untuk pemanduan yang lebih “sporty”.
Pemandu akan memperoleh dua manfaat iaitu – pemanduan yang lebih efisien ketika memandu di bandar dan pemanduan lebih stabil apabila memandu di lebuh raya.
Ruang kabin HR-V RS Baharu yang luas didatangkan dengan rekaan tempat duduk kulit baharu berwarna Ivory yang kelihatan lebih sofistikated dan elegan.
Dilengkapi Pedal Penukar Gear (Paddle Shift), Tempat Duduk 8 Talaan Kuasa untuk pemandu dan pedal sport sebagai sebahagian daripada pakejnya, perincian HR-V RS Baharu sememangnya menarik perhatian.
Bahagian kargo boleh laras dengan pelbagai mod konfigurasi merupakan ciri penting model ini. Ia direka agar luas, praktikal dan penuh fungsi – menawarkan keselesaan dan kemudahan untuk penumpang dan memberi keseronokan memandu (Joy of Driving) kepada pemandu.
Pakej lengkap varian RS dipertingkatkan lagi dengan Honda LaneWatch, satu sistem kamera yang dipasang pada cermin sisi penumpang. Pandangan laluan kiri dan titik buta akan dipaparkan pada sistem paparan di dalam kereta. Ini memberikan sudut pandang yang lebih baik dan menawarkan kondisi pemanduan lebih selamat kepada pemandu.
HR-V RS Baharu hadir dengan ciri keselamatan standard seperti enam beg udara, Isyarat Berhenti Kecemasan (Emergency Stop Signal), Bantuan Kestabilan Kenderaan (Vehicle Stability Assist) dan Bantuan Mula Mendaki (Hill Start Assist).
Bukan itu sahaja, HR-V RS Baharu juga dilengkapi Kamera Undur Pelbagai Sudut (Multi-Angle Rear-View Camera) demi memberi kemudahan kepada pemandu.
Orang ramai boleh melihat model menarik ini secara dekat yang akan dipamerkan sepanjang acara KLIMS 2018 di Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) bermula 23 November hingga 2 Disember 2018.
Pengerusi TNB, Tan Sri Leo Moggie menerima pengiktirafan daripada Malaysian Energy Professionals Association (MEPA) atas sumbangan meluas dan berpanjangan beliau sehingga kini kepada industri utiliti elektrik negara, yang menjangkau selama lebih 4 dekad.
ANUGERAH tersebut disampaikan Presiden MEPA, Dato’ Mohsen Hasbollah, di majlis MEPA Energy Night, Jumaat lalu.
TNB MEPA ENERGY NIGHT 2018
Turut hadir Presiden/Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif, Datuk Seri Ir. Azman Mohd dan Pengerusi Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST), Datuk Ir. Ahmad Fauzi Hassan.
Menurut Dato’ Mohsen, MEPA yang ditubuhkan pada 2002 dicetuskan Moggie ketika beliau berucap selaku Menteri Tenaga, Komunikasi dan Multimedia di National Convention for Energy Professionals pada April 2000.
Pengerusi TNB sejak April 2004 itu adalah personaliti dihormati dalam industri utiliti elektrik di Malaysia. Beliau telah dua kali memegang portfolio tenaga, iaitu selama 20 tahun daripada sepanjang 26 tahun menganggotai Jemaah Menteri Malaysia.
Dalam ucapannya, Moggie berbangga kerana MEPA kini telah berjaya membantu melahirkan para profesional yang berkaliber untuk industri tenaga.
“Saya gembira melihat MEPA gigih berusaha ke arah masa depan yang lebih baik untuk industri tenaga melalui program latihannya.
“Ini adalah selaras dengan matlamatnya untuk mewujudkan kumpulan profesional tenaga yang berdedikasi di negara ini,” katanya.
Naza Automotive Group, the automotive division of the Naza Group of Companies, will make an appearance at the 9 th edition of the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 (KLIMS) begining 23rd November till 2nd December.
NAZA Group is set to showcase a range of motoring machines from passenger and commercial vehicles, to motorcycles, accessories and more at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
C3 Aircross
Naza Automotive Group will showcase an impressive line-up consisting of European marques Peugeot, DS and Citroën and Korean brand Kia at the largest automotive industry event in Malaysia.
Peugeot: Motion & Emotion
Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor and custodian for the Peugeot brand in Malaysia will be
displaying their dynamic range of SUVs and sporty hatchbacks that personify ‘Motion & Emotion’.
As the most innovatively modern SUV in its class, the ‘European Car of the Year 2017’ Peugeot 3008 SUV was built on the principles of design, advanced technology and function.
The 3008 SUV is adorned with a powerful and refined style that provides convenient versatility unrivalled in its segment.
The Peugeot 5008 SUV makes a smooth transition from its MPV predecessor and breaks new ground as a large, expressive 7-seater SUV in the C-segment.
As a new contender in this competitive segment, the 5008 SUV breathes new air in this segment with its blend of space and practicality of an MPV and the dynamic appeal of an SUV – combining the best of both worlds in one modern automobile, giving users the attractive combination of status, sophisticated technology, impressive practicality and driving emotions.
Expressive, high quality, sporty and designed by speed enthusiasts, the Peugeot 308 GTi is a
successful model that was engineered and designed by Peugeot Sport – Peugeot’s motorsport division devoted exclusively to developing the marque’s most high-performing models, consisting of a team of expert engineers sharing the same passion.
The compact sports car exudes an athletic allure for the ultimate driving pleasure, perfect for the adventurous souls with a desire for exhilarating driving experiences.
PEUGEOT 308GTi
Meanwhile, the New 308 THP, an upgraded variant of the best-selling Peugeot model in Malaysia, will make a grand addition to Peugeot’s range on display at KLIMS 2018.
Built for people inspired by stylish design, engineering excellence and pure driving pleasure, the New 308 THP exudes European flair and function with its state-of-the-art technology and exemplary road handling.
Visitors to the Peugeot booth will get to try out a racing simulator and Virtual Reality experience, apart from being able to take advantage of their Autovaganza year-end promotions with rebates up to RM12,000 and free gifts with purchase.
DS: Spirit of Avant-garde
Visitors to KLIMS 2018 will also get to experience the premium automobile marque of Groupe PSA, DS. Making its very first appearance on Malaysian soil is the All-New DS 7 Crossback, the New Luxury SUV by DS Automobiles. Naza Euro Motors picks KLIMS 2018 as the perfect platform to preview the All-New DS 7 Crossback, ahead of its local debut in 2019.
DS7 CROSSBACK
As a Crossback, the DS 7 is beautifully crafted to be an object of desire right away. The DS 7
Crossback is immediately recognisable by day or by night, from the front or from the rear. The DS 7 Crossback comes loaded with premium features such as DS Active LED Vision, FOCAL HIFI Speakers, a clock by luxury watch makers BRM and more.
Also making an appearance at the DS booth will be the DS 5, the brand’s global best-seller vehicle of avant-garde styling, allying dynamic behaviour, refinement and attention to detail with a selection of advanced technologies.
Citroën: Inspired By You
Naza Euro Motors, which is also the official distributor for Citroën brand in Malaysia, will preview the New Citroën C3 Aircross to the Malaysian public for the very first time at KLIMS 2018.
A new-generation SUV, the New Citroën C3 Aircross’ unique styling with a robust SUV design commands attention everywhere it goes. Powered by a Puretech Turbo engine under the hood, the New Citroën C3 Aircross delivers 112 PS and 205 Nm of torque.
Despite delivering more performance, the New C3 Aircross is more fuel-efficient at 900km on a single tank. In addition, the spacious boot space is exceptional for its segment at 410 litres in capacity.
A fun and vibrant display reflective of the brand’s global identity, Citroën’s booth at KLIMS 2018 will be one to watch out for. Visitors to the booth stand a chance to be prominently featured on their special ‘media wall’ when they pose and snap a photo with the New C3 Aircross.
Also making a presence at the Citroën booth is the newly-launched New Grand C4 Spacetourer 7-seater MPV. Designed with space, versatility and innovation in mind, the Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer is a feature-packed 7-seater MPV that turns heads on the road.
The MPV’s enhanced design, unique experience of comfort and latest-generation technologies presents a modern, user-friendly and family-oriented drive that allows drivers and passengers to travel in style and comfort.
KIA: The Power to Surprise
The official distributor of Kia vehicles in Malaysia, Naza Kia Malaysia, will be going all out at KLIMS 2018 showcasing its full product line-up ranging from A-segment to D-segment vehicles.
KIA’s fastest automobile yet, the Kia Stinger ushers in a new era of innovation for the Korean
marque as a supremely designed gran turismo purebred, having earned a global recognition for its blend of high performance and best-in-class comfort.
The sport sedan sets a revolutionary benchmark for the future of Kia vehicles and has been well received by car enthusiasts worldwide.
KIA Spotage
Visitors to KLIMS 2018 should also watch out for Kia’s newly introduced models – the New Optima GT, New Sorento, New Grand Carnival – and upcoming GT-Line models the New Sportage GT-Line and New Picanto GT-Line.
The facelifted New Optima GT now features a new aggressive front grille, LED fog lamps and rear combination LED lamps while retaining the 18-inch alloy wheels.
Its feature-packed infotainment system is now paired with a 7-inch touch screen with Around View Monitor (AVM) camera, which uses cameras at the front, rear and sides of the vehicle to provide the driver with a 360-degree view of their surroundings, making it easier to complete low-speed parking manoeuvre.
Optima GT
The New Optima GT’s sleek seat design dons a new two-tone red and black leather, with the front seats embroidered with the GT signature logo.
One of Kia’s best-selling SUVs in the country, the sophisticated and bold-looking Kia Sorento comes equipped with 8-speed automatic transmission providing smoother acceleration and improved fuel efficiency.
On the other hand, the New Grand Carnival’s versatility and style epitomises the perfect blend of day-to-day practicality and high-end luxury. The 8-speed automatic transmission of the both variants provide a smoother acceleration and improved fuel efficiency, with other new upgrades such as the Electronic Parking Brake and 18-inch alloy wheels in Light Metal Silver for KX variant and in Dark Grey Two Tone for the SX variant.
Fan favourite Kia Sportage GT will also appear at Kia’s booth at KLIMS. Designed and engineered to appeal to those looking for a sportier driving experience from their Sportage, the GT-Line specification delivers all the versatility of the Sportage while adding greater visual and dynamic appeal to those who desire it.
Kia’s New Picanto GT-Line, a racing-inspired variant and flagship of the all-popular Picanto range, is set to impress at the KLIMS 2018. Boasting new features designed to give the car a sportier look and feel, the New Picanto GT-Line features it’s the iconic GT-Line sport package with colour accents on the full body kit that are unique to the GT-Line variant.
KIA Picanto
Completing the muscular expression are Kia’s signature ‘tiger nose’ grille at the front and sporty-looking dual exhaust pipes that lend an aggressive vibe.
Despite its size, the A-segment vehicle packs a punch with performance and class-
leading safety standards.
KIA is also slated to give a sneak preview of a future Kia model that will make an appearance at KLIMS 2018.
Catch what Peugeot, DS, Citroën and Kia has to offer at the upcoming Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 held from 23rd November until 2nd December 2018 at MITEC.
AirAsia has appointed Spencer Lee as the CEO of BIG Loyalty Sdn Bhd, a company in which AirAsia Group Berhad has a majority stake and which owns and operates the AirAsia BIG Loyalty programme.
SPENCER Lee joined AirAsia in 2006 and took on various roles in marketing and the development of ancillary income, culminating in his previous role as Commercial Director of AirAsia Malaysia, where he spearheaded a number of projects across the Group, including the AirAsia BIG Loyalty programme.
He was most recently Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer of Redbeat Ventures, AirAsia’s digital ventures arm.
Lee is a member of the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA) and Malaysia Advertisers Association (MAA). Spencer is a Commerce graduate from Curtin University of Technology, Perth.
BIG Loyalty Sdn Bhd Director Tony Fernandes said, “Spencer has been with us for more than a decade and brings with him wealth of experience and a proven leadership track record. More importantly, he knows the business inside out.
We have big plans to make AirAsia BIG more than just an airline loyalty programme and transform it into a comprehensive lifestyle platform, and we trust Spencer will lead the team to realise our vision.”
In accepting the appointment, BIG Loyalty Sdn Bhd CEO Spencer Lee said, “I am honoured to be given the opportunity to lead BIG Loyalty.
I would like to thank the management of AirAsia for their support and confidence in me, and I look forward to continue working closely with them to provide new, more innovative products and services with BIG Loyalty.”
BIG Loyalty Sdn Bhd owns and operates AirAsia BIG Loyalty, a loyalty programme that enables BIG Members to enjoy the lowest flight fares across AirAsia’s extensive network, as well as many other travel and lifestyle offerings.
More than 20 million AirAsia BIG Loyalty Members can earn AirAsia BIG Points on AirAsia flights to over 130 destinations across Asia, Australia, the Middle East and the US, participating hotels as well as retail, e-commerce, travel and lifestyle partners within the region.
Sebagai sebahagian daripada komitmen Tanggungjawab Korporatnya selama tiga tahun kepada Rumah Kanak-Kanak Shan yang bermula Deepavali lepas, Perodua kembali ke rumah kebajikan itu pada Jumaat lalu untuk berkongsi kasih sayang, keceriaan dan harapan sempena Pesta Cahaya tahun ini.
KETIKA kanak-kanak berada di taska atau sekolah di awal pagi, 10 anggota sukarelawan Perodua bergotong-royong membersih dan menghiaskan kawasan rumah, di samping membuat kolam (seni serbuk berwarna) di hadapan pintu utama.
Kehadiran maskot Perodua UFirst Ken menyebabkan kanak-kanak terbabit semua cukup teruja dan gembira apabila mereka pulang ke rumah.
Perodua turut menyumbang sebuah ketuhar industri serta bahan dan peralatan lain bernilai lebih RM5,000, sebagai kesinambungan kepada kelas membuat roti yang telah diaturkan oleh Perodua untuk Rumah Kanak-Kanak Shan awal tahun ini. Ini membuka peluang kepada mereka untuk mengkomersilkan bahan buatan sendiri.
“Sebagai syarikat People First, Perodua memberi perhatian kepada ikhtiar kebajikan yang mampan, seperti projek jangka masa panjang dengan Rumah Kanak-Kanak Shan ini. Anak-anak sudahpun diajar membuat roti dan kek; sekarang Perodua membekalkan mereka dengan peralatan lengkap supaya mereka boleh melakukan pembuatan berskala sederhana.
“Kami akan membimbing mereka ke arah memasarkan produk mereka, dengan harapan hasil pendapatan mampu membantu mereka menampung kos perbelanjaan mereka sedikit sebanyak. Dengan ini kami juga berharap dapat memupuk semangat dan sifat keusahawanan di kalangan anak-anak semua,” kata Presiden dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Perodua Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh.
“Rumah Kanak-Kanak Shan terdiri daripada 20 orang kanak-kanak yang berusia dari 5 hingga 15 tahun. Saya lihat potensi besar di kalangan mereka dan berharap bahawa mereka mampu menjana pendapatan sendiri melalui bantuan kami. Pemimpin dan usahawan Malaysia pada masa akan datang akan terlahir dari mana-mana sahaja. Kami berharap ianya di sini untuk mereka!” katanya.
Perodua juga menyumbang RM3,000 tunai kepada Rumah Kanak-Kanak Shan serta mengagihkan duit raya kepada setiap anak-anak dan penjaganya. Kanak-kanak kemudiannya menikmati minuman petang dan dihiburkan dengan aktiviti seni pasir.
“Deepavali menandakan kecerahan mengatasi kegelapan, juga harapan memenangi kekecewaan. Kami di Perodua berharap bahawa kami telah berjaya dalam membawa semangat itu kepada penghuni-penghuni Rumah Kanak-Kanak Shan yang tersayang. Kami berdoa bahawa mereka akan sentiasa dipenuhi kegembiraan dan keyakinan untuk masa hadapan,” kata Datuk (Dr) Aminar.
