Honda Malaysia opens the first Honda 3S Centre in Banting Selangor
Honda Malaysia officially opened its latest Honda 3S Centre in the Central region.
LOCATED in the fast-developing area of Banting, the 3S Centre by Banting Star Sdn Bhd (Banting Star) is the first Honda 3S Centre in the area. The opening of this new Honda 3S Centre is in line with Honda Malaysia’s focus to provide more convenience to customers beyond urban areas.
L-R Dato Mahfoz, MD of Banting Star Sdn Bhd, Mr Toichi Ishiyama, MD and CEO of Honda Malaysia and En Roslan Abdullah, President and COO Honda Malaysia during the ribbon cutting ceremony
Customers in Banting and its nearby areas are now able to experience a higher level of
amenities and services at this new Honda 3S Centre, which is fully equipped with the latest
facilities and equipment up to Honda standards.
Banting Star has invested RM15 million into the 23,250 square foot building that houses 16 bays, comprising 11 Service Bays, 3 General Repairs and 2 Tyre Service to accommodate up to 44 cars per day. To elevate customer comfort, this new Honda 3S Centre has a Customer Lounge, an Executive Lounge, a Café Counter with variety of hot drinks and snacks, a Kids Corner and a Surau.
In addition, the Honda 3S Centre also offers complimentary Wi-Fi services, car wash services, road tax renewal and insurance coverage for its customers.
Dato Mahfoz, MD of Banting Star Sdn Bhd giving his speech during the opening of new 3S Centre
Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Toichi Ishiyama said, “This
new Honda 3S Centre will provide easier access to more convenience for our customers in the Banting area.
Banting Star’s strong commitment towards Honda, especially in putting customers as their utmost priority is highly commendable. We are pleased to note that their focus is aligned
with Honda’s principle of Joy of Selling and Joy of Buying”.
Honda Malaysia started 2018 by launching the New Odyssey that completes the Honda
SENSING family line-up, of which they have received good feedback on the Next Generation Advanced Safety Technology.
VIPs signing the plaque to commemorate the official opening of the new 3S Centre in Banting
Honda Malaysia is confident that their comprehensive range of advanced technologies comprising Honda SENSING, Sport Hybrid i-DCD and Turbocharged models, will enable them to achieve their sales target of 109,000 units for this year.
In the first quarter of 2018, Honda Malaysia recorded a stable sales performance with more than 24,100 units sold. This result has maintained Honda Malaysia’s position as the No.1 car brand in Non-National segment and No. 2 in the overall TIV.
The Central region contributed the highest sales with more than 11,500 units sold, or 48% of the total sales of Honda Malaysia from January to March 2018. State-wise, Selangor contributed the highest sales portion with more than 6,900 units sold, translating to 29% of the total sales.
Banting Star Honda 3S Centre aims to provide a new level of customer convenience in Banting towards customer satisfaction
The record showed that City was the most popular model in the state during this period.
The opening of Banting Star Honda 3S Centre is timely to support the increased after-sales
intake, which resulted from Honda Malaysia’s escalated sales in the past few years.
In January to March 2018, the total service intake in Central region stood at more than 148,100 units, a 10% increase from the service intakes in the same period last year.
In the effort to heighten customer satisfaction this year, the company has introduced express dealerships to widen after-sales service support by offering fast service within 90 minutes. Honda Malaysia is also ensuring that all its technicians are well trained in order to deliver consistently high quality service for customers.
Banting Star Honda 3S Centre has 16 service bays to accommodate up to 44 cars per day
Plans are also afoot for the setting up of an online after-sales service avenue, the customer’s Virtual Touchpoint, to be another platform for customers to enjoy the convenience of making service bookings anywhere and anytime.
In addition to booking service appointment, customers will be able to track vehicle progress status, service history and product update via this portal which is expected to go live later this year.
To make an appointment or to find out more about the services and facilities, customers can contact Banting Star Sdn Bhd (Honda 3S Centre) at 03-3191 6100 (Sales and Service) or visit them at Lot 1608, Jalan Klang Banting, Telok Panglima Garang, 42500, Selangor or log on to www.honda.com.my for more information.
Exclusive Honda merchandise is also available at Banting Star Honda 3S Centre
The Banting Star 3S Centre Sdn Bhd is now officialy launched and ready to serve customers in Banting area
Banting Star Honda 3S Centre aims to provide a new level of customer convenience in Banting towards customer satisfaction
VIPs signing the plaque to commemorate the official opening of the new 3S Centre in Banting
The cosy Customer Lounge and a Cafe Counter are set and ready for customers to enjoy high level of comfort at the 3S Centre
Dato Mahfoz, MD of Banting Star Sdn Bhd giving his speech during the opening of new 3S Centre
Honda Malaysia opens the first Honda 3S Centre in Banting Selangor
L-R Dato Mahfoz, MD of Banting Star Sdn Bhd, Mr Toichi Ishiyama, MD and CEO of Honda Malaysia and En Roslan Abdullah, President and COO Honda Malaysia during the ribbon cutting ceremony
Kia Malaysia (NKM), the official distributor of KIA vehicles in Malaysia, held a signing ceremony at the MAI Autoshow 2018 to mark the appointment of MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd into their ever-growing dealer network.
PRESENT at the event to represent Naza Kia Malaysia was Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings who signed the agreement in tandem with Daniel Choo, Group General Manager of MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd.
This new dealership appointment symbolises Naza Kia Malaysia’s relentless pursuit of brand
excellence and brand reach in the country.
Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings, said, “We are grateful for the immense support from our dealers over the last few decades and we welcome MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd to our existing network of dealers. This dealership reassures us of Kia’s growing presence in Malaysia and the confidence that dealers such as MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd place on us.”
In addition, Naza Kia Malaysia continues to creatively improve consumer engagement using
key elements of future design and technology. MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd will set up its first
Kia outlets incorporating the Korean brand’s new corporate identity for its Kia Concept
Stores.
The first 3S Kia City Concept Store Experiential Showroom in Malaysia is set to be
established at Menara MBf with an investment of RM5 million, along the bustling Jalan
Sultan Ismail by mid-2019, giving visitors a one-of- a-kind immersive experience at a state-of-the-art facility.
MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd will also undertake an existing Kia outlet located at Jalan Maarof, Bangsar and invest RM1.5 million to revamp the premises into a Kia City Concept Store that will begin operations in the third quarter of 2018.
As a new dealer onboard, MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd expects to invest RM6.5 million in total for the two Kia outlets.
“This year, we plan to continue intensifying investments to further grow our network with five new outlets nationwide and expand customer touchpoints to ensure an extraordinary
experience throughout the consumer journey,” added Dato’ Samson.
Naza Kia Malaysia currently boasts 51 sales and service centres in the country and have
plans to open up new outlets nationwide in 2018. MBf Automobile Sdn Bhd, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MBf Group, a multinational corporation whose portfolio has grown substantially to a range of sectors and regions to embody one of the Asia Pacific’s leading private conglomerates.
With this appointment as a Kia dealer, the MBf Group is making as serious comeback in the automotive business in Malaysia. The company’s principal business activities span across nine different sectors, namely automotive, agribusiness, banking & financial services, commercial printing & engineering, education, healthcare, logistics, property development; management and retail.
In the Spring of 2017, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars unveiled a seminal new concept in luxury, crafted for one very special customer, St Richard’s Hospital Pediatric Day Surgery Unit in the marque’s home town of Chichester, West Sussex.
The appropriately-named Rolls-Royce SRH was hand-built to allow children awaiting surgery to drive themselves to the operating theatre, through the Pediatric Unit corridors which are lined with ‘traffic signs’. The experience of ‘self-drive to theatre’ has been proven to reduce child patient stress.
Twelve months later, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars welcomed the return of its smallest automotive family member to the Home of Rolls‑Royce at Goodwood for its first year’s service. The car has performed faultlessly, with no ‘failures to proceed’ and was given a clean bill of health by Technicians in the company’s Analysis Centre. An average of one child per day has driven to the operating theatre in the Rolls-Royce SRH.
Sue Nicholls, Pediatric Matron, St Richard’s Hospital, said, “We’ve received fantastic feedback from families who’ve expressed how excited their children have been at the prospect of coming onto the Day Surgery unit to drive our mini Rolls-Royce motor car.
Rather than being anxious about their upcoming procedure, our young patients are positively distracted by the fun experience of negotiating the corridors to theatre in a car they can drive all by themselves. We’ve also noticed that Dads especially love to admire the engineering and design specification and often ask for a turn! The whole experience of being in hospital for those children, and their loved ones, is enhanced by having the opportunity to drive such a special car.”
Andrew Ball, Head of Corporate Relations, Heritage and Philanthropy, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said, “We are delighted that the Rolls-Royce SRH has delivered successfully on its promise – making a positive impact on children and their parents during their time in hospital.
This project showcased the world-class skills and technology that exist in the Bespoke Manufacturing Team and across every area at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood. Equally, it has clearly demonstrated that our team of highly skilled men and women are passionate about making a valuable contribution to our local community.”
Perodua menawarkan lebih nilai kepada rakyat Malaysia dengan kemunculan Bezza GXtra, varian baharu yang menggantikan 1.0 Standard G dalam julat model Bezza yang popular.
MODEL itu ditawarkan pada harga pengenalan sebanyak RM35,500 untuk manual dan RM37,500 untuk automatik, atas jalan tanpa insurans di Semenanjung Malaysia, Bezza GXtra dilengkapi dengan waranti lima tahun/150,000 km.
Pelancaran Bezza GXtra dirasmikan oleh Perdana Menteri Dato Sri Mohd Najib Razak di Malaysia Autoshow 2018, bertempat di Taman Ekspo Agro Malaysia Serdang (MAEPS).
Turut hadir Pengerusi Perodua, Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin.
“Sebagai jenama automotif No 1 di Malaysia, Perodua amat berbangga kerana dapat memperkenalkan Bezza GXtra di Malaysia Autoshow 2018, antara pameran permotoran utama tahun ini,” kata Datuk (Dr) Aminar Rashid Salleh, Presiden dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Perodua.
“Bezza GXtra baharu adalah dedikasi berterusan Perodua buat para pelanggan kami kerana ia dibangunkan berdasarkan maklumbalas mereka. Sebagai syarikat yang mengutamakan insan.
Bezza GXtra_Front Exterior
“Perodua sentiasa memberi perhatian kepada keperluan dan kehendak pelanggan kami. Kami akan terus menambahbaik produk dan perkhidmatan kami untuk meningkatkan lagi tahap kepuasan pelanggan kami,” katanya.
Varian Bezza peringkat asas baharu ini mempunyai skirt sisi dan pemegang pintu luar krom, dan kini boleh didapati dalam warna ‘Ocean Blue’ yang sebelum ini hanya ditawarkan pada varian-varian 1.3L.
Bezza GXtra_Interior Side
Dari segi dalaman, penambahan trim mencetus suasana keunggulan. Papan pemuka dan panel audio dihiasi ‘piano black’, manakala corong udara, sayap stering serta tapak gear dihiasi trim berwarna terang. Bluetooth turut termasuk dalam sistem audio.
Bezza merupakan sedan pertama keluaran Perodua dan menjadi sedan Kenderaan Cekap Tenaga (EEV) paling mampu milik di Malaysia. Sejak pelancarannya pada pertengahan 2016, ia telah menjadi sedan paling laris di Malaysia, dengan hampir 100,000 unit dijual sehingga kini.
Bezza GXtra_Interior
“Bezza telah menjadi pilihan ramai keluarga kecil di Malaysia kerana kebolehpercayaannya, kos pemilikan rendah, pemanduan yang mudah dan ruang luas,” kata Datuk (Dr) Aminar.
Bezza GXtra mewakili langkah seterusnya dalam jangka hayat model ini. Dengan menyediakan spesifikasi trim yang setanding dengan Bezza 1.3 Premium X, kami memberikan lebih banyak nilai kepada pelanggan berbanding sebelumnya.
Varian baharu ini dikuasakan enjin 1.0 liter 1KR-VE dengan VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing – Intelligent), dengan pilihan transmisi manual lima kelajuan atau automatik empat kelajuan E-AT (kawalan elektronik).
Bezza GXtra_Side Exterior
Penggunaan bahan api yang cekap diteruskan daripada sebelumnya, iaitu 22.8 km/l bagi varian manual dan 21.3 km/l bagi varian automatik.
Perodua Bezza GXtra kini dibuka untuk tempahan. Untuk melihat dengan lebih dekat, sila kunjungi bilik pameran Perodua yang berdekatan pada 5 dan 6 Mei ini, bersempena dengan Hari Pelanggan.
Go Auto Sales Sdn Bhd, (Haval Malaysia) the exclusive distributor for Haval SUV in Malaysia proudly preview its new Haval H9 model at the Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) Autoshow 2018 held in MAEPS, Serdang.
HAVAL H9 is planned to be officially launch toward the end of 2018. Executive Director of Go Auto Group, Dato’ SM Azli SM Nasimuddin Kamal said, we first announced the news of bringing more HAVAL SUVs in the market last year and with this preview; we are looking forward to launch the Haval H9 model later this year.
“I must emphasise this new model is definitely part of our efforts to open the opportunity to Malaysian the options to own a SUV at a competitive price in this particular segment,”
The H9 model comes with 2.0L turbocharging direct injection with a 4-cylinder 16-valve, double VVT engine producing 160 horsepower and 324Nm torque.
The SUV is engineered and equipped with safety in mind featuring advanced comprehensive active and passive safety features such as Electronic Stability Program (ESP) system by Bosch, Hill Descent and Ascent Control, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) alongside Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Tyre Pressure Monitor System, Intelligent Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) as well as 6 airbags ensuring optimal protection for driver and passengers.
The indicative price for H9 model will be below RM200,000. The Haval H9 will be available in 2 variants – Luxury and Ultra and available in five colours which are Alaskan White, Ebony, Sleek Silver, Kakadu and Bronze.
“With the introduction of H9 we aim to offer customers a luxury 7-seater SUV with spacious cabin space, as it’s an all-wheel drive (4×4) SUV. During this autoshow, we are also showcasing our Haval H8 model to the public to showcase possible offerings that we might consider bringing in the market.
Moving forward, our next step is preparing for the launch of the CBU H9 model happening in Q4 of 2018 which the price will be officially announced. Whereas, the CKD models is estimated to be available towards the end of Q2 in 2019,” Dato’ Azli added.
HAVAL Malaysia plans to further expand its export market to Myanmar and Philippines aside from the current export market under the Company which are Cambodia, Brunei, Batam, Indonesia.
The Company targets 2,650 units for total sales volume this year – to date, since its operation from 2014 till 2017 the total sales volume is 4,500 units.
HAVAL Malaysia is recently started its Reimagine Campaign with current promotion offering new customers and current Haval owners who are interested to purchase new SUVs with savings up to RM3000. Aside from the current promotion, as part of the Campaign, HAVAL Rocks The Town will have Haval SUV as road cruiser who will visiting the public around the nation will fun-filled activities to further create brand awareness with interesting contest and prizes up for grabs. For more information visit https://reimagine.haval.my/
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) sekali lagi mengambil bahagian di dalam Malaysia Autoshow 2018 yang bakal berlangsung pada hujung minggu ini, dari 26 hingga 29 April, bertempat di MAEPS, Serdang, Selangor.
RUANG pameran Toyota terletak di Dewan A, dan akan mempamerkan model-model kenderaan Toyota yang terkini. Pengunjung turut berpeluang untuk mengalami sendiri keupayaan pemanduan off-road Toyota Hilux dan Fortuner di lokasi terbuka yang telah disediakan.
Toyota telah menjadi peserta tetap bagi pameran Malaysia Autoshow sejak ia diperkenalkan pada 2010. Oleh kerana pameran ini memberi tumpuan kepada jualan kenderaan, kami menggunakan peluang ini untuk menunjukkan kemampuan model-model terbaru dan menjemput semua pengunjung untuk memandu ujinya di sekitar MAEPS.
Dari pengalaman itu, kami berharap mereka akan dapat melihat penawaran yang diberikan oleh barisan produk Toyota dengan lebih jelas, kata Presiden UMW Toyota Motor, Ravindran K.
Daya penarik utama di ruang pameran Toyota tentunya model C-HR, sebuah SUV crossover
kompak yang baru saja dilancarkan awal tahun ini untuk pasaran Malaysia. C-HR telah berjaya menarik banyak perhatian dengan penampilan reka bentuk uniknya.
Pengunjung boleh mendekati model ini untuk melihat dan mengetahui lebih lanjut tentangnya ketika pameran ini berlangsung. Turut akan dipamerkan ialah model-model terkini seperti Toyota Hilux L-Edition, Vios, Sienta, Innova X dan Avanza X.
Sesi pandu uji bagi model-model berkenaan di dalam kawasan MAEPS yang cukup luas turut disediakan berdasarkan permintaan. Ini membolehkan pengunjung untuk mencuba sendiri prestasi, keselesaan serta keseronokan pemanduan yang ditawarkan oleh model-model kenderaan keluaran Toyota.
Pengunjung juga akan didedahkan dengan pelbagai perkhidmatan jualan dan lepas jualan yang ditawarkan oleh UMWT dan pengedar sahnya di seluruh negara. Ini termasuklah skim pembiayaan yang menarik seperti pelan Toyota 2-Tier yang menawarkan ansuran rendah bagi tempoh awal pinjaman jual-beli kenderaan.
Di ruang pameran terbuka di luar dewan pula (pengangkutan perantara akan disediakan), turut disediakan ialah peluang untuk mengalami kemampuan jentera pacuan 4×4 Fortuner dan juga Hilux dilaluan off-road. Kedua-dua model ini telah terbukti ketahanannya dan boleh diharap, baik sebagai kenderaan persendirian mahupun untuk tujuan perniagaan.
Untuk menunjukkan kemampuan mendaki dan sistem bantuan pemandu yang menjadikan
pemanduan off-road lebih selamat, pengunjung boleh memandu kenderaan terbabit ketika
mendaki dan menuruni laluan ramp curam. Selain itu, ciri bantuan mula mendaki (HSC) serta bantuan kawalan menuruni bukit (DAC) akan menjadikan pemanduan anda lebih selamat.
Hilux telah menyambut ulang tahunnya yang ke-50 tahun ini di sebahagian negara, dengan
namanya juga kerap dirujuk sebagai pengenalan ganti kepada trak pikap, menunjukkan betapa lagendanya model berkenaan. Pengunjung akan dapat melihat dan mempelajari bagaimana Hilux boleh sampai ke tahap itu melalui aktiviti laluan mencabar berlumpur yang disediakan khusus.
Dengan sistem 4×4 yang lasak, dibantu juga oleh ciri seperti kawalan cengkaman aktif (ATC) dan kawalan kestabilan kenderaan (VSC), Hilux mampu menggatasi pelbagai laluan yang mencabar.
Sepanjang empat hari acara ini berlangsung, terdapat banyak lagi aktiviti-aktiviti yang menanti pengunjung di ruang pameran Toyota. Tidak lupa juga peluang untuk memenangi hadiah cenderahati dan barangan lain dari Toyota.
klia2 Terminal Services team during the launch of the WRMS Apps
As part of driving service excellence, Malaysia Airports is leveraging on big data analytics (BDA) and lean initiatives at KL International Airport (KLIA) as it continues its bid to become a global hub.
PASSENGERS will soon be able to enjoy the benefits of a new mobile application by Malaysia Airports that will empower them to plan their journey to KLIA more efficiently. Smart features of the mobile application include a journey planner that gives real time information on the traffic to the airport and also the queue times at the touchpoints such as the check-in counters and also a navigator that makes way finding at the airport easy and fun.
WRMS Apps
The mobile application will also enable passengers to get information on flight and baggage status, as well as connect them to our customer experience agents for live chats on specific queries about the airport.
This mobile application, said to be launched in the second half of the year is part of the bigger picture of the organisation’s digitalisation efforts for a better managed airport.
Just last week, Malaysia Airports introduced its very own Washroom Response Management System (WRMS) mobile application for the team of cleaners and supervisors that work relentlessly around the clock in up keeping the cleanliness of the washrooms at KLIA.
Passengers rate their experiences at the digital feedback panel in the washroom and the information is disseminated to both the ground operations and senior management team for immediate action to be taken.
Through the system, employees can work more efficiently and ensure that the washrooms are in tip-top condition for the benefit of passengers. Apart from being able to monitor real-time passenger feedback, the WMS also provides more effective maintenance scheduling and crowd congestion handling during peak hours all within the touch of a button.
Kerbside Signage
According to Malaysia Airports Managing Director, Datuk Badlisham Ghazali, “Our transformation into a service leader has always been part of our five-year business plan, Runway to Success 2020 (RtS2020).
“This is why we welcome MAVCOM initiative to roll out the Quality of Services (QoS) scheme as it will also contribute towards elevating our service standards at the airport.”
“Malaysia Airports will use BDA as a platform to collect and centralise data for better analytics in providing operational efficiency. The information is then processed and personalised before connecting it with various offerings via a smart mobile experience for passengers,” he continued.
Having started off the year with its quick-wins based “1 Improvement 1 Week” campaign that has seen the implementation of more than 15 new initiatives at KLIA so far, the crusade to create a greater passenger experience is heightened further through the use of digital technology and the practise of lean sigma.
Passengers travelling through the airport will see multiple improvements carried out concurrently within the year as the organization continues to strive towards being a service leader.
Badlisham said, that KLIA will take the lead among all airports in Malaysia in implementing digital-based solutions to provide a more passenger-friendly journey. He further mentioned that the digital transformation the organisation is embarking on encompasses many BDA based initiatives such as the WRMS amongst others.
He went on to remind that the recent implementation of a cashless payment system at Kuching Airport was also another BDA initiative towards realizing the future of airport retail and embracing new passenger trends such as traveling light and smart.
Malaysia Airports’ BDA journey will concentrate on five key enablers allowing the organisation to better anticipate foot traffic flows and reduce choke points and congestion at its network of airports.
These key enablers entail managing passenger and public sentiments, tracking the passenger flow from the curbside or carpark to the boarding gate, improving the retail and terminal footfall and way finding, applying mobile applications for a more seamless passenger experience and using financial analytics to improve business performance.
klia2 Terminal Services team during the launch of the WRMS Apps
Commenting on the BDA initiatives, Badlisham said, “The first phase of the digitalisation realisation in KLIA is slated for the next two years and passengers can look forward to new features and functions even before they arrive at the airport.
We believe that the airport should play a more pro-active role towards reaching out to passengers and providing information first hand, for instance, instead of passengers going through the conventional way of hunting down the information.
Travelling should be made hassle free and the best place to begin is from home itself. In this new age, passengers should be able to plan their journey and anticipate the necessary airport procedures from home.
Our new airport mobile application will support push notifications and journey based alerts so that you will arrive in the airport on time and in style. You will be able to anticipate queue times at each touchpoint, and plan your walk to the gate in a more relaxed and enjoyable manner through the wayfinding feature.
No more mad dashes to board the plan and who knows, you may even be able to fit in some time to step into our duty free outlets for a stress-free shopping spree.”
On top of the BDA initiatives, Malaysia Airports is also taking other pro-active measures on the ground by implementing the theory of Lean Sigma to enhance the experiences of more than 160,000 passengers who pass through the airport daily.
These lean initiatives will help maintain the airport infrastructure and provide a safe and secure traveling experience for passengers. Among the lean initiatives that have been carried out is the designation of pick up lanes at the kerbside of the Arrival Hall Level 3 in KLIA main terminal.
Arriving passengers can now wait at the designated areas and easily communicate on their whereabouts. Drivers can pick the passengers up easily and at the same time, minimise the traffic congestion and waiting time.
Another notable lean initiative is the digital display of security instructions for the passengers’ reference at the security check-points. Passengers who are waiting in line are advised to watch the short video that showcases the ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ during the security inspection. This lean initiative has been an effective approach in shortening the queue time and managing passengers’ expectations.
Other lean initiatives that have been recently implemented is the modification of the security railings at the waiting area of the aerotrain to enable smart crowd congestion management and promote smooth passenger flow especially during peak hours.
Badlisham also said, “The improvements we are making will significantly enhance the experience for our passengers and all our visitors to our airport, while supporting the growth in airline operations at our gateway.”
In the near future, the public will be able to see a new face uplift of KLIA when it undergoes expansion. The existing departure hall will be expanded to cater to more retail and F&B options and house additional seating and new washroom facilities. The expansion is part of the airport improvement plan that is designed to accommodate approximately 70 million passengers annually.
Premiere for Volvo Trucks’ first all-electric truck– the Volvo FL Electric, taking the lead in solutions for electrified goods transport in cities.
VOLVOTrucks has introduced its first all-electric truck for commercial use – the Volvo FL Electric for urban distribution and refuse operations, among other applications.
The model, which will start sales and series production in Europe next year will see Volvo Trucks taking the lead in solutions for electrified goods transport in cities.
“We’re immensely proud to introduce the first in a range of fully electrically-powered Volvo trucks ready for regular traffic. With this model we are making it possible for cities that aim for sustainable urban development to benefit from the advantages of electrified truck transports,” says Claes Nilsson, President Volvo Trucks.
With better air quality and less noise in the city, it is possible to plan for housing and infrastructure more freely than at present. An electric truck without any exhaust emissions can be used in indoor terminals and environmental zones. Their low noise level creates opportunities for doing more work at night, thus reducing the burden on the roads during the day.
There is considerable market interest in electric trucks. Many potential customers have questions about the opportunities generated by the new technology and how it can impact their operations.
“In order to make the transition secure and smooth, we will offer holistic solutions based on each customer’s individual needs regarding driving cycles, load capacity, uptime, range and other parameters.
Such a solution may encompass everything from route analysis and battery optimisation to servicing and financing. Volvo Trucks works closely with several suppliers of charging equipment. The aim as always is to offer customers high uptime and productivity”, says Jonas Odermalm, head of product strategy Volvo FL and Volvo FE at Volvo Trucks.
Backing the Volvo Trucks offer is the Volvo Group’s accumulated expertise in electrified transport solutions. Sister company Volvo Buses has sold more than 4000 electrified buses since 2010.
The technology used for propulsion and energy storage in the Volvo FL Electric has been thoroughly tried and tested from the outset and is supported by Volvo Trucks’ far-reaching network for sales, service and parts supply.
“From experience we know how important it is that cities, energy suppliers and vehicle manufacturers cooperate in order for large-scale electrification to become a reality. With attractive incentives, agreed standards and a long-term strategy for urban planning and expansion of the charging infrastructure, the process can go much faster,” explains Jonas Odermalm.
Volvo Trucks believes that it is essential to take a holistic view of electrification of the transport sector to handle the ongoing challenges in areas such as electricity generation and batteries.
“For instance, in order to ensure that raw materials for the batteries are extracted in a responsible way, the Volvo Group works with the Drive Sustainably network, which has a special function that monitors this issue.
The Volvo Group is also involved in various projects where batteries from heavy electric vehicles get a second lease of life, reused for energy storage. All the questions about handling of batteries have not yet been solved, but we are working actively both within the Group and together with other actors to drive development and create the necessary solutions,” says Jonas Odermalm.
Commenting on the new FL Electric Truck, Mats Nilsson, Managing Director of Volvo Malaysia Sdn Bhd said, “One of our core values here at Volvo is environmental care. We want to make trucks that are not only safe and of a high quality, but also trucks that are going to ensure a greener world for future generations.
We believe that innovation does not need to come at the cost of the environment. Volvo’s FL Electric truck is a shining example of the harmony between innovation and love for the environment.”
The first trucks in the Volvo FL Electric range are now entering regular operation with customers in Gothenburg, Sweden, the home of Volvo Trucks.
Facts
Fully electrically-powered truck for distribution, refuse collection and other applications in urban conditions, GVW 16 tonnes.
Driveline: 185 kW electric motor, max power/130 kW continuous output, two speed transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle. Max torque electric motor 425 Nm. Max torque rear axle 16 kNm.
Energy storage: 2-6 lithium-ion batteries, totalling 100–300 kWh.
Range: Up to 300 km.
Charging: AC charging via the mains grid (22 kW) or DC fast charge via CCS/Combo2 for up to 150 kW.
Recharging time: From empty to fully charged batteries: fast charge 1-2 hours (DC charging), night charge up to 10 hours (AC charging) with maximum battery capacity of 300 kWh.
The first two Volvo FL Electric trucks will be operated by refuse collection and recycling company Renova and haulage firm TGM.
The Off Peak City Distribution project studied the effects of goods transport at night in central Stockholm. By avoiding peak hour traffic the trucks were able to do their jobs in one-third of the time compared to daytime operation.
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BUAT julung kali dalam pasaran, para pengguna Xpax bebas memperibadikan pelan Xpax sepenuhnya mengikut citarasa sendiri serta dapat menikmati hiburan tanpa had dengan pelan internet Xpax yang diperbaharui, dan menjadi sehebat mana yang mereka inginkan!
Dalam usaha berterusan Celcom menyediakan pengalaman pelanggan yang hebat, Xpax turut menawarkan para pengguna berusia 25 tahun ke bawah dengan 50 peratus lebih banyak internet untuk semua pelan internet bulanan, dan fleksibiliti untuk memilih sama ada pelan pascabayar atau prabayar Xpax.
Pelan Pascabayar Xpax membolehkan pengguna-pengguna memilih kaedah bayaran pilihan melalui aplikasi Celcom Life yang baru, sama ada melalui bil bulanan pasca bayar biasa atau melalui pembelian tambah nilai.
Bermula hari ini, pengguna boleh menjadi Xactly yang mereka mahukan dengan tawaran Xpax yang inovatif seperti berikut:
Pek Permulaan Xpax (RM10)
Internet Asas 10GB PERCUMA, kredit prabayar RM6 dan bonus internet pengaktifan sebanyak 300MB dengan tempoh sah 5 hari.
Fleksibiliti dan kebebasan memilih satu ganjaran bulanan PERCUMA setiap bulan:
· 10GB Facebook
· 10GB Instagram
· 3GB YouTube
· Whatsapp, WeChat & Twitter berkelajuan tinggi tanpa had.
– YouTube larut malam (1AM-7AM) PERCUMA tanapa had
– Akses kepada Muzik Walla™ dan iflix premium PERCUMA tanpa had
(Untuk pengguna bawah 25 tahun)
Pilih di antara pascabayar Xpax dan prabayar Xpax!
Pelan Internet Bulanan Xpax Youth (50% lebih internet!):
· RM50 (15GB)
· RM79 (22.5GB)
· Panggilan PERCUMA tanpa had kepada lima rakan di rangkaian Celcom
Tawaran istimewa Pelan Pascabayar Xpax
· Diskaun 50% untuk peranti terpilih serendah RM199
· iPhone 6 serendah RM29 sebulan dengan pelan ansuran EasyPhone™
Nikmati GANJARAN Xpax Youth istimewa (Percuma 100GB Super Video Walla™ pada hari jadi anda) melalui cara berikut:
· Muat turun aplikasi Celcom Life di Google Play atau App Store
· Sertai Xpax Youth dan langgani Pelan Internet Bulanan Xpax RM30, RM50 atau RM79
· Daftar lima rakan untuk panggilan tanpa had
Tawaran Tempoh Terhad
Pengguna Baru Xpax
· RM5 kredit Boost
Pengguna yang berpindah ke Xpax
· PERCUMA 1GB internet berkelajuan tinggi setiap bulan selama 12 bulan
Tiga Kali Ganda Kuota Internet
· Tiga Kali ganda kuota untuk pelan Xpax mingguan atau bulanan
· Tiga Kali ganda Kuota untuk pembelian add-on
Aplikasi Celcom Life terkini yang boleh dimuat turun melalui Google Play Store dan App Store, menyediakan akses kepada akaun Xpax dan First.
Ia memberikan wajah baru yang lebih segar, dengan pengalaman yang ditambahbaik dan pengantaraan digital yang lebih mudah bagi urusan seperti transaksi dalam talian, pembelian tambah nilai atau add-on, atau memantau penggunaan data mereka dan banyak lagi.
Azwan Khan Osman Khan, Timbalan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif, Operasi Perniagaan Celcom Axiata Berhad berkata Xpax telah diberi dengan nafas baru yang lebih segar dalam memberikan pengalaman pengguna yang lebih hebat dan menawarkan fleksibiliti dan kebebasan kepada para pengguna untuk menjadi ‘Xactly’ diri mereka yang sebenar.
“Seiring dengan usaha memperkasa pengalaman digital pengguna, kami membolehkan mereka memilih cara mereka sendiri dalam menyesuaikan dan memperibadikan pelan yang dipilih agar selari dengan gaya hidup digital mereka, tanpa kerumitan dan terus menikmati kehebatan digital!” katanya.
Untuk maklumat lanjut, sila lawati Celcom bluecube berdekatan dan wakil yang diiktiraf Celcom atau layari www.celcom.com.my/personal/prepaid
Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor and custodian for the Peugeot brand in Malaysia, today launched the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV, a modern automobile that gives users the attractive combination of status, sophisticated technology, impressive practicality and driving emotions.
THE All-New 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 All-New Peugeot 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 – meeting expectations of today’s customers.
Speaking at the launch event, Yasser Awan, CEO of Nasim Sdn Bhd, said, “Impressive at first sight is the definitive design appeal of the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV incorporating an agile driving experience that Peugeots are known for. The All-New 5008 truly stands out from its competitors, thanks to its versatility as an SUV and practicality of an MPV with its 7 seat configuration – combining the best of both worlds.”
Also present at the launch was Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd. “The All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV is engineered with the best features and on-board experience from the French marque, in a spacious and luxurious design. We are positive the arrival of the All-New 5008 SUV will be the catalyst to ensure that Nasim’s sales target of 3,600 units in 2018 is achieved,” said Dato’ Samson.
The overall size of the vehicle remains compact at 4,641mm long and 1,844mm wide, yet for a spacious C-segment vehicle, the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV – though 11cm longer than its predecessor – is still one of the most conservatively proportioned and its extra length makes it roomier for passengers.
An expressive front-end design with the Lion brand’s marque mirrors the assertive personality of its owner and pride in the brand identity. The finesse of the vehicle’s Advanced Full LED headlamps with sequential scrolling indicators give it a piercing feline gaze whether in day or night, and its striking form is accentuated by a chrome insert on the front wings that extend to the headlights, in a nod to Peugeot’s concept car – the HX1.
At the rear, the raised body line and chromed roof arc trim finishes elegantly at the quarter panel, giving off a more aerodynamic design profile that is further complemented by Peugeot’s signature three-claw LED rear lights. An extra-wide tailgate and low boot sill also hints at just how spacious the boot is.
The suave All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV is fitted with 18-inch alloy Los Angeles wheels with two-tone diamond finish, and stainless steel roof and prominent black wheel arches lend a subtle blend of character and sophistication to the vehicle contours.
Much like its siblings the 308 and the 3008 SUV, the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV features the new Efficient Modular Platform (EMP2) that balances between mass, strength, and functionality perfectly on all levels to yield a vehicle weighing only 1,385kg or 95 kg less than its MPV predecessor – translating to improved efficiency, fuel consumption and driving pleasure.
The interior is an invitation to take a seat and enjoy a special experience travelling in comfort, serenity, and luxury. The almost futuristic-looking Peugeot i-Cockpit® would be hard to miss – the French marque’s very own intuitive interior architecture receives an update on the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV, which puts the driver at centre stage and offers a high-end driving experience that both surprises and delights.
It has it all: an unobtrusive and completely redesigned compact steering wheel for greater character, an 8-inch Multifunction Colour touchscreen to keep all functions at hand, and a spectacular 12.3-inch high-resolution Digital Head-Up Cluster Display that shows the speedometer, odometer, trip-computer, and others with superior graphics, elegant animations and eye-pleasing transitions from one mode to another.
Further embellishing the dashboard are central satin chrome ‘Toggle Switches’ for quick access to the main passenger comfort and safety functions: audio, air-conditioning, assistance settings, telephone, apps, and hazard warning lights. More refined, advanced and connected than before, the latest Peugeot i-Cockpit® offers more emotional satisfaction and customisation.
This on-board experience is also enhanced by interior details that greatly magnify perceived quality and the prestige of the passenger compartment. The new electric impulse gear control with paddle shift exemplifies the modern elegance of the interior through the meticulous selection of material like leather and chrome – embodying a masterful design with a warm soul.
Passenger comfort gets an upgrade as the All-New 5008 SUV is equipped with seven premium leather seats for everyone on-board and now offers five different angles of inclination on the second row, in contrast to its predecessor’s option of two. This row also features three-point ISOFIX anchor points and reconfiguration options at the passenger and loading compartments to optimise knee room.
Volume and versatility continues to be evident in the All-New 5008 SUV. The third row of two extra seats, too, can be folded down flat into the floor with the two covers of the boot floor forming a perfectly flat surface when folded down, and they can also be easily tucked away behind the third-row seats.
Peugeot engineers were inspired to take the vehicle’s clever design up a notch by making the extra seats easily removable. Their modest weight at under 11kg and a single control make them easy to extract, so users can expand boot volume when needed.
Adding further to that is a host of accessories such as sockets, boot cover, blinds, ‘aeroplane’ trays on the back of the first row seats, hooks, cup holders and 38 litres of storage space in total (distributed throughout the passenger compartment) for a much greater on-board experience.
Epitomising the luxury of space in a versatile SUV, the All-New 5008 SUV owns up to its name with its class-leading boot capacity and intelligent storage solutions. Its flat, uncluttered volume and low boot sill at 676 mm, in combination with a foldable front passenger seat, provides from 1,060 litre space in 5-seat configuration or 2,042 litres with 2nd row folded flat – allowing the All-New 5008 SUV to carry especially long loads of up to 3.20 metres.
The All-New 5008 SUV continues to surprise with a practical motorised smart hands-free tailgate that opens and closes shut effortlessly when activated – just with a simple gesture of placing your foot under the rear bumper.
Drivers can rely on a wide selection of driving assistance systems to fully appreciate the agility of the All-New 5008 SUV. Cutting-edge Advanced Driver Assistance Systems make driving even safer with an arsenal of safety features such as 6 safety airbags, Advanced Electronic Stability Program, a first-in-its-class Advanced Grip Control with 5 drive modes selection, Hill Assist Descent Control, Speed Limit Information, Driver Attention Alert and Lane Departure Warning.
Drivers at the wheel will feel more confident when travelling downhill on steep slopes with the help of Hill Assist Descent Control (HADC), which takes the vehicle safely down steep gradients of at least 5 degrees, leaving nothing to chance.
It innovates through its ability to maintain a very low descent speed of 3 km/h, preserving safety and control in the most potentially unnerving situations. Altogether, these neat features reinforce the All-New 5008 SUV’s five-star rating from EURO NCAP.
Under the hood, the All-New 5008 SUV is equipped with a 1.6 Turbo THP engine and boasts a fuel efficiency of 7.3 litres per 100 km and CO2 emissions as low as 133g/km.
Other features include Android Auto, Apple Carplay and Mirrorlink connectivity, auto electric parking brake, automatic dual zone air-conditioning, reverse camera with 3 view settings, six speakers with 3D Arkamys sound staging system, driver seat lumbar and height adjustment and flexible 8-way electric driver seat with memory settings. The ergonomic high-seating position especially gives a feeling of safety and security by increasing the visibility of the open road.
Despite only being launched at selected markets worldwide in January, the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV has gained global recognition and swept aside the established competition in the SUV segment to win the inaugural ‘SUV of the Year’ at the 2018 CCT100 awards and ‘Best Large SUV’ at the 2018 What Car? Awards, beating stiff competition to land a spot amongst the most prestigious SUVs.
Offered in four distinctive colours Emerald Crystal, Amazonite Grey, Nera Black and pearlescent White, the All-New 5008 SUV is currently on display in showrooms nationwide. The on-the-road price without insurance is RM173,888 in Peninsular Malaysia.
Parallel with Peugeot’s distinguished standards and to provide the best ownership experience for its customers, the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV comes with a five-year manufacturer’s warranty, together with Nasim’s existing 24-hours Peugeot Assistance service and complimentary access to ‘SkyLounge by Naza’ at Subang Skypark.
