TCEC Announces “Renault Test Drive Challenge” 2018 + Year End Deals!

TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has announced the ‘Renault Test Drive Challenge’ offering participants the chance to win an Apple iPhone XS and other attractive prizes. On top of that, customers who purchase a Renault during the campaign period will walk away with an additional year-end free gift of Raytech Solar and Security tint worth up to RM1,800. The sole franchise holder for Renault vehicles in Malaysia is also extending fantastic promotions on limited units of the Renault Koleos premium SUV and Captur urban crossover.

Through the ‘Renault Test Drive Challenge’, participants who test drive any Renault model at a Renault showroom is automatically in the running to win one of the 85 prizes available. A total of five Apple iPhones XS, 50 petrol gift cards worth RM100 each and 30 exclusive Renault gift packs are up for grabs. The ‘Renault Test Drive Challenge’ runs from 7 November to 31 December 2018 and is open to all residents in Malaysia aged 18 and above with a valid driving license. All participants will receive a special gift upon completion of the test drive while stocks last, however, each participant is only entitled to one contest entry for the challenge.

Winners of the ‘Renault Test Drive Challenge’ will be determined in a draw after the contest ends and results will be announced by 31 January 2019. “As 2018 draws to a close, it’s time to start gearing up for the new year. In the spirit of this outlook, we dare all of you to step out of your comfort zones and away from the familiar to take the ‘Renault Test Drive Challenge’ and be in the running to win yourselves some cool prizes,” said Tiffany Tan, General Manager, TC Euro Cars Sdn Bhd.

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Great year-end deals on limited units!

TCEC is also offering incredible deals on limited units of the Renault Koleos and Captur models. Limited units of the Renault Captur pre-facelift for model year 2018 are on offer at RM89,999[1] while the facelifted version for model year 2018 is available at RM98,999¹. For additional value and customer peace-of-mind, both models also come with a free five-year or 100,000km (whichever comes first) service package, inclusive of parts and labour.

Limited units of the Renault Koleos 2WD for model year 2018 are available at the promotional price of RM169,840¹ while the Signature 2WD for model year 2018 is selling at RM184,888¹. Under this promotion, the Koleos also comes with a free five-year or 100,000km (whichever comes first) service package, inclusive of parts and labour. Customers who book within the campaign period will enjoy an additional year-end free gift of Raytech Solar and Security tint worth up to RM1,800.

The year-end campaign is valid for vehicles registered from 7 November through 31 December 2018, while stocks last. All prices stated are on-the-road, without insurance, for Peninsular Malaysia and private registration only. All Renault core models also come with a five-year full manufacturer’s warranty with unlimited mileage.

Experience a Renault Captur with GoCar

Building on TCEC’s partnership with car-sharing platform GoCar Malaysia, the ‘Renault Test Drive Challenge’ is also extended to any customer who books and drives a Renault Captur from the GoCar fleet during the campaign period. To further sweeten the deal, the Renault Captur under GoCar is available at a promotional rate of RM109 per day (normal price is RM189 per day) for the duration of the contest. For more information about Renault in Malaysia, please visit www.renault.com.my or www.facebook.com/RenaultMalaysia.

[1] Limited units are available at tax holiday rates, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

SDAC Announces Ford Ranger Raptor & Mustang To Star @ KLIMS 2018!

Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC), the sole distributor of Ford in Malaysia announced its participation in this year’s Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 which will take place from 23 November 2018 until 2 December 2018 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). The show will see the official launch of Ford’s most anticipated vehicle of the year, the Ranger Raptor – the first and only factory-built, high-speed off-road performance truck. Combining the Ranger’s ‘Built Ford Tough’ character with Ford Performance DNA, the Ranger Raptor sets a new benchmark in off-road capability and opens up a new premium pickup segment.

Alongside the Ranger Raptor (below), Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) will also unveil the New Mustang (above) exclusively to visitors, the only unit flown into Malaysia on air freight, and will be showcased specifically for the 10-day show.

The SDAC-Ford stand will focus on delivering an immersive customer experience journey through interactive technology. It will enable visitors to engage with the brand through socially shareable content. Interactive experiences include the Virtual Reality Test Drive which educates visitors on Ford’s safety technologies, while the Augmented Reality Experience transports drivers to the various terrains the Raptor is able to overcome through its Terrain Management System (TMS).

Another highlight will be the Self-Guide Audio Tour, where visitors will be able to tour the stand at their own pace with a fully narrated audio guide headset. This “personal tour guide” will inform visitors on the stand’s design concept, educate visitors on the vehicles on display and promotions and happenings.

Visitors who make a vehicle booking of the New Ranger and New Mustang at the 10-day show will stand a chance to grab cash vouchers in a wind tunnel machine. The first 888 customers who register their new Ford Ranger will each receive an electrical goods voucher worth RM1,000¹. Customers who purchase any new Ford Ranger variant will also be in the running to win a Ranger Raptor under the ‘Buy A New Ford Ranger, Win A Ranger Raptor’ Contest¹. On top of that, Sime Darby Auto Connexion will be offering new Ranger including New Ranger Raptor customers up to 2 years free maintenance or up to 40,000km for customers who successfully register their vehicle before 31 January 2019, whichever comes first¹.

The SDAC-Ford stand (No.1009) is located at Hall 2, Level 1 of the MITEC and is open to the public from 10am to 10pm on weekends, and 11am to 10pm on weekdays from November 23 until December 2. For more information and ticketing info, visit www.klims.com.my.

Goodbye Naza Quest, Thanks For The Many Chevy Memories…

Naza Quest Sdn Bhd will cease to distribute new Chevrolet vehicles but will continue to provide warranty and after-sales service for existing Chevrolet customers, until the appointment of a new Chevrolet distributor under an agreement between Naza Quest and General Motors (GM).

Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd (below) outlined the Naza Group’s future strategy: “We came to this decision as a result of a brand rationalisation plan under the Naza Group’s overall corporate strategy to create long-term sustainability and profitability. We will continue to focus on our other four and two-wheel brands. The Naza Group will maximize its complete automotive line-up and explore other business opportunities to expand its market share in the automotive industry.”

GM and Chevrolet remain committed to Malaysia, with strong growth potential and a loyal fan base in this important regional market. Chevrolet will resume sales of its world-class vehicle portfolio in Malaysia as soon as possible and is in advanced discussions with potential new partners. A new master distributor partner will be announced in due course.

The cessation of Naza Quest’s Chevrolet new car business operations will take effect from 15 November, 2018.
“I would like to thank General Motors (GM) for their unwavering trust in the Naza Group for the past eight years and wish them all the best in their future endeavours,” Dato’ Samson added.

While sales of new Chevrolet vehicles will be temporarily put on hold, the majority of Chevrolet dealerships will remain open during this transition to meet the after-sales needs of Chevrolet customers. Naza Quest is pleased to confirm it will continue serving Chevrolet customers at selected existing dealer points, offering customers continuity of vehicle service, parts, warranty and after-sales service in Malaysia.

Vanchana Unakul, General Director of GM Southeast Asia, reinstated GM and Chevrolet’s commitment to Malaysia and Chevrolet’s customers: “Chevrolet is here to stay in Malaysia and we will be announcing our new distributor partner as soon as possible. I’d also like to thank Naza Quest for their partnership and dedication to the Chevrolet brand over many years,” said Unakul.

For customer enquiries, kindly email: info_chevrolet@naza.com.my or call 1-800-2-CHEVY (24389) to get in touch with the Chevrolet customer service hotline team managed by Naza Quest.

ETCM Introduces Nissan Almera 1.5 “Black Series” Priced Below RM70,000 + Roadshows Announced!

Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) has launched the Nissan Almera Black Series; the second Nissan model introduced to the Black Series edition. The new Nissan Almera – Black Series features a new Gloss Black Front Grille, Gloss Black Side Mirror Covers, Gloss Black Trunk Lid Spoiler and Gloss Black Y-Spoke 15-inch Alloy Wheels, together with a perfectly styled All-New Aerokit with Dark Titanium accent specially designed by TOMEI Powered Inc. Co., Ltd, an established Japanese tuner renowned for its technology, performance and reliability in motorsports.

The interior is further enhanced with newly designed Leather Seats with Dark Titanium accent, and a premium 6.75-inch Clarion Advanced Display Audio with reverse camera, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, for a connected drive. The Nissan Almera – Black Series is also equipped with Solar Gard tinting, and a Driving Video Recorder (DVR) with 150 degrees wide angle, for greater comfort and peace of mind.

“The Nissan Almera is one of our best-selling Nissan models in Malaysia. With the introduction of the new Nissan Almera – Black Series, it adds more style, presence and personality, making it simply menacing!” said Mr Christopher Tan, Sales and Marketing Director of ETCM (below, extreme left). The new Nissan Almera – Black Series maintains its 1.5-litre HR15DE four cylinder engine with Continuously Variable-valve Timing Control (CVTC) that offers outstanding fuel economy of 14.9km/L.

The Almera also comes with Intelligent Key (i-Key) with Immobilizer* (Keyless Entry System), Push Start Ignition*, and Automatic Climate Control*, while its spacious 25-inch rear legroom and huge trunk space of 490 litres offers a comfortable ride without compromising on space. (*Applicable to VL variant)

Additionally, the new Nissan Almera – Black Series is available in 5 colour options namely Diamond Black, Brilliant White, Tungsten Silver, Bronze Gold and new Titanium Olive, which is exclusive to only the Almera – Black Series.

The new Nissan Almera – Black Series is factory fitted and available in E and VL variants. The vehicle comes standard with 5-years unlimited mileage warranty, whereas the accessories come with 3-years or 100,000km warranty (whichever comes first).

	NISSAN ALMERA – BLACK SERIES*
	1.5L E Auto (RM) (with 10% Sales Tax without Insurance)	1.5L VL Auto (RM) (with 10% Sales Tax without Insurance)
Peninsular Malaysia	RM 69,800.00	RM 79,800.00
Sabah	RM 72,300.00	RM 82,300.00
Sarawak	RM 72,300.00	RM 82,300.00

* Prices include Black Series package worth RM 8,500: All-New TOMEI Aerokit (Front Bumper Spoiler, Side Skirts, Rear Bumper Spoiler), Gloss Black Front Grille, Gloss Black Side Mirror Covers, Gloss Black Trunk Lid Spoiler, Gloss Black Y-Spoke 15-inch Alloy Wheels, Premium Clarion Advanced Display Audio with Reverse Camera, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, Newly Designed Leather Seats, Driving Video Recorder (DVR), Solar Gard Tinting.

	YEAR-END SPECIALS
	1.5L E Auto	1.5L VL Auto
Additional Rebates	RM 4,000	RM 7,000
Trade-In 2-years Warranty Savings	RM 1,000

Existing Nissan Almera owners who are interested may also opt for an upgrade to the all-new TOMEI Aerokit. Please call 03-4047 8786 or email tomei@tanchonggroup.com.

The new Nissan Almera – Black Series will make its appearance in the upcoming Nissan Nationwide Test Drive Carnival at selected showrooms over two weekends on 9^thto 11^th November and 17^th to 18^th November 2018, starting from 10am to 8pm. Members of public are invited to visit the carnival and be the first to experience the new Nissan Almera – Black Series.

Nissan Nationwide Test Drive Carnival dates and venues:

Date	Region	Venue
9^th – 10^th November	Northern	ETCM Alor Setar
9^th – 10^th November	East Coast	ETCM Kuala Terengganu
10^th – 11^th November	Central	ETCM Petaling Jaya
	Central	ETCM Jalan Raja Laut*
	Northern	ETCM Butterworth
	Northern	ETCM Ipoh
	Southern	ETCM Taman Tun Aminah
	Southern	ETCM Seremban*
	Sabah	ETCM Sandakan
	Sarawak	ETCM Miri
17^th – 18^th November	Central	ETCM Glenmarie
	Central	ETCM Cheras
	Northern	ETCM Penang
	Northern	ETCM Sitiawan
	East Coast	ETCM Kuantan
	Southern	ETCM Johor Jaya
	Southern	ETCM Semabok
	Sabah	ETCM Kota Kinabalu
	Sarawak	ETCM Kuching

Exclusively with Nissan Nurtures Nature activities.

Nissan Roadshow dates and venues:

Date	Venue
6^th – 11^th November	AEON Tebrau City, Johor
6^th – 11^th November	Sunway Velocity Mall, Kuala Lumpur
8^th – 11^th November	East Coast Mall, Kuantan
9^th – 11^th November	Plaza Merdeka, Kuching
13^th – 18^th November	AEON Taiping, Perak
16^th – 18^th November	Kluang Mall, Johor
16^th – 18^th November	Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu
22th – 25 November	Melawati Mall, Selangor
23 November – 2 December	Nissan @ KL International Motorshow 2018, MITEC Kuala Lumpur

For more information, visit www.nissan.com.my or call ETCM’s Nissan Customer Care Centre at 1800-88-3838.

BIKES: Ultimate Ducati Experience For Owners @ MotoGP 2018!

Ducati owners and Ducati Malaysia invited guests were given the “Ultimate Ducati Experience” of a lifetime at the Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Pix (Sepang GP) 2018 with a full line-up of exciting activities including a Meet and Greet session with the Ducati Corse team.

Invited guests and lucky Grandstand winners of the Ducati Ride and Win contest were star struck, grinning from ear to ear as they shook the hands of their idols; world class racers Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo during the Ducati Meet and Greet Session at the Ducati booth. Proudly donning the Ducati race suits, both Dovizioso and Lorenzo gave out their autographs and sincerely thanked their loyal fans for their support, and promised to do their best to achieve the best results possible for the final race.

Winners of the Desmo Race 2018, which was held earlier this year in July were also present at the exclusive Meet & Greet session and were given the opportunity to pose for a group photo with the Ducati Corse Team. The Desmo Race 2018 was hosted by the Desmo Owners Club Malaysia (DOCM), opened to all owners of the Ducati 848, Panigale 899 and 959, the 1098, 1198, Panigale 1199, 1299 and Panigale V4 to fully exploit the potential of their bike and for a taste of the adrenaline rush that comes with it.

Additionally, Ducati owners, business partners, Ducati Ride and Win winners and invited guests were given special rebates on Ducati apparel and merchandise at the Ducati Booth to complete the full Ducati experience at the MotoGP 2018. Earlier in October, Ducati Malaysia held the Ducati Ride and Win contest to give away free MotoGP 2018 Grandstand and Hillstand tickets.

The Ducati team has previously won five times at the Sepang International Circuit. Currently, Dovizioso and Lorenzo are both ranked at second (210 points) and ninth place (130 points) overall, with just two rounds remaining. The final 20-lap race is scheduled for Sunday afternoon. For more information, Ducati fans can visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DucatiMY/ or Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/ducati_my/.

Range Rover Velar 3.0 R-Dynamic Now Available In Malaysia!

Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia has just rolled out the 3.0L R-Dynamic variant of the Range Rover Velar for local motoring enthusiasts who want to experience more power in their drive while enjoying the “modernity and elegance” that this luxurious mid-sized SUV has to offer. Priced at RM722,787, this variant is now available at all LR showrooms nationwide.

The P380 Supercharged V6 petrol engine, this variant offers exhilarating performance that enables the Velar to reach 100km/h in only 5.7 seconds before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h. The exhaust note has been enhanced to produce a deep powerful note that is sweet sounding to match the refined cabin.

The Velar is known for its exquisite cabin which uses premium and luxury materials to reflect extravagance. The instrument panel’s strong, horizontal beam is the defining element of the Velar’s interior architecture while the slender air vents reinforce the Velar’s reductive, technology-enabled design. The seats are covered with perforated leather combined with Kvadrat’s* luxurious fabric for an opulent plush.

*Only available with the Premium Textile Interior Pack.

More on the Range Rover Velar 3.0…

Pioneering consumer technologies such as the flush deployable door handles and the Touch Pro Duo infotainment system are among the advanced features of the Velar. The Touch Pro Duo features two 10-inch high-definition touchscreens integrated seamlessly behind secret-until-lit surfaces. These slim, intuitive displays work in harmony with the cabin architecture while adding an overall sense of modernity to the vehicle’s design.

The flush deployable door handles are a futuristic feature and deploy when the vehicle is unlocked and retract once the vehicle is locked. The door handle design contributes to the low drag coefficient. At only 0.32, it is the most aerodynamically-efficient Land Rover ever produced. Another great feature that adds to the aesthetics of the Velar is the Matrix LED Headlights, one of the most slender headlights to appear on a Land Rover vehicle. These boldly designed headlights produce a quality of light close to daylight, giving excellent illumination and reducing eye fatigue.

The Velar’s body is built with aluminium-intensive monocoque using Jaguar Land Rover’s Lightweight Aluminium Architecture. Aluminium alloys account for more than 81 percent of the body-in-white – a figure no competitor can match. Its light, stiff, aluminium-intensive body, together with double-wishbone front and Integral Link rear suspension provides the perfect basis for agile handling, superior ride comfort and outstanding refinement. It also delivers exceptional levels of crash protection that the Velar has been developed to meet.

It is also one of the safest vehicles due to its comprehensive safety system that includes six airbags and a suite of technology advanced driver assistance system. The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go and Emergency Braking system that is equipped in the Velar adds on to the driver’s convenience when cruising on the highway or driving in traffic. The ACC maintains a set cruising speed, and a driver-selectable gap to the vehicle in front. The technology ensures that the vehicle will come to a complete stop when the vehicle in front does.

The radar-based High-Speed Emergency Braking technology increases the capacity and speed at which Emergency Braking is able to function, operating between 10-160km/h. If the radar detects an imminent collision, it will sound an audible alert to the driver and, if the driver doesn’t take any avoiding action, the vehicle will brake in order to mitigate a collision.

The 3.0L Velar features a sophisticated all-wheel drive system, four-corner air suspension, class-leading ground clearance of 251mm, class-leading wading depth of 650mm. The air suspension’s ride height drops by 10mm when cruising at speeds above 105km/h to reduce aerodynamic drag and improve fuel efficiency.

Designed and engineered at Jaguar Land Rover’s development centres in the UK, the Velar is manufactured at the company’s Solihull production facility.

The Velar is recognised globally and locally as one of the best SUVs of 2018. Among its recent awards include the Premium Large SUV of Malaysia by the 2018 Cars of Malaysia Aurizn Awards and Best Large-size Luxury SUV/Crossover by Star Carsifu Editor’s Choice Awards 2018.

All vehicles distributed by Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia are compatible with the Malaysian climate, environment, fuel quality and meet the Malaysian emission standard. All Land Rover vehicles distributed by authorised dealers also come with the Land Rover Care programme which includes a five-year warranty, five-year free service and three-year roadside assistance. Visit www.landrover.com.my for more information.

BMW Malaysia Elevates Premium Car Ownership Experience With “BMW Moments”

BMW Malaysia has introduced “BMW Moments” – a one-of-a-kind ownership privileges programme curating all exclusive ownership experiences and services to deliver the comprehensive and complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership Experience.

Harald Hoelzl, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia (above) said, “At BMW, we have always been committed to providing our customers with first-class service that delivers the best-in-class ownership experience. We will continuously deliver the freedom to enjoy the promise of Sheer Driving Pleasure with peace of mind through innovative, industry-first products and services for our valued customers. Now, BMW Moments will allow us to better communicate and deliver the Complete BMW Premium Ownership Experience that we have to offer every customer.”

BMW Moments represents the range of best-in-class services and privileges that every BMW owner is entitled to. This ranges from providing flexible and innovative financing options; reliable premium care and assistance; to elevating customers’ sheer driving pleasure through an array of exclusive lifestyle privileges; all of which are delivered through three distinctive categories including BMW Support, BMW Care and BMW Privileges.

24/7 peace of mind with BMW Support…

Under BMW Support, BMW owners are guaranteed absolute peace of mind with the BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline. The emergency aftercare protection service programme adds a level of safety and convenience on the road for all BMW owners.

Available to customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and just a mere call away, qualified specialists from the call centre will take care of absolutely everything that needs to be done in the event of a breakdown or accident. The program offers lifetime phone assistance and organizational support, as well as comprehensive mobility services in case of an emergency, immobilisation or break down at no cost for new owners.

Warranty programmes for uncompromising driving experience with BMW Care…

As part of the complete premium ownership experience, all new BMW vehicles come with the BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service. The manufacturer-backed warranty will be offered up to the fifth year of ownership with unlimited mileage. By extension, the programme also includes free scheduled service and maintenance for up to 100,000km. The scope of services with the warranty programme is in accordance to the Condition Based Service (CBS) status and includes engine oil service with oil filter and refill quantity, air filter, micro filter, spark plugs, brake fluid and service vehicle checks.

The BMW 2-Year Tyre Warranty programme entitles owners to a comprehensive tyre protection plan that covers tyre damages caused by any sharp objects or by hitting the edge of a curb or pothole. For new cars, a complimentary BMW Tyre Warranty is provided on all four BMW Approved Star-Marked Tyres that come factory fitted with the new BMW car; for aftersales purchases, a complimentary BMW Tyre Warranty is available on any BMW Approved Star-Marked Tyres purchased from any BMW Authorised Dealer.

Engineered in collaboration with leading tyre manufacturers around the world, BMW Approved Star-Marked Tyres are the only tyres manufactured exacting to the performance standards of a BMW vehicle. The precise harmonisation of the wheels, tyres and chassis components are essential to achieving optimum handling and performance. Only tyres bearing the star are guaranteed premium features and properties exclusive to BMW Approved Star-Marked Tyres.

Enjoy innovative financing and the finer lifestyle with BMW Privileges.

Owning a BMW car opens up doors to a suite of benefits and privileges exclusive to BMW owners, under the BMW White Card, BMW White Card Elite, or the BMW Excellence Club for the BMW 7 Series owners. Whether it’s receiving invitations to exclusive BMW events or a host of dining, shopping and lifestyle offerings, the BMW owners club is the gateway to an incomparable premium lifestyle.

BMW Malaysia also makes owning a BMW vehicle an effortless experience with its range of industry-leading financing programmes. Flexible loan tenures and interest rates are available through innovative purchase solutions such as the BMW Full Circle Programme, BMW Balloon Financing and BMW Step Down Financing.

To find out more about BMW Moments, visit https://www.bmw.com.my/BMWMoments or access the world of privileges on the go as a BMW customer via The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App, available on the Apple App Store or Google Play. For information about BMW Malaysia and its range of premium products and services, visit www.bmw.com.my.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launches THREE new SUVs! From RM913,888

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has recently launched three brand new high-performance SUVs for the Malaysian market. These three models are none other than the highly-anticipated Mercedes-AMG G 63, Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC+, and the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S Coupe 4MATIC+. (more…)

BIKES: TuneBoss Reveals New High-Performance Products @ 2018 Malaysian MotoGP!

TuneBoss, a local outfit making high-performance ECUs for bikes, recently announced the launch of four new ECU models and four new products that will be available in the Malaysian market by early next year and worldwide in the second half. The four new High-Performance ECU will power Yamaha R15, Nmax, Honda CBR250R, and CRF250. A few more spinoff variants for models that use the same engine will be announced after.

Pricing information will be available at a later date but will be in the same range as the current line-up. Answering request by TuneBoss users, quickshifter kits or ShiftBoss will be made available for the Yamaha R25 and Honda RS150R models. The new kit utilises a load sensor for a more precise activation and positive shift feel.

However, this new kit will be priced in the premium side as to offset the cost of parts and does not replace the original ShiftBoss which will still be available. The new ShiftBoss kit is estimated to be in the RM600 to RM800 range. A first in the market, a cooling kit featuring an electric brushless water pump that updates the classic cooling system into the 21st century.

Traditional mechanical pumps are dependent to the engine speed, thus unable to give a precise flow rate in conjunction to the workload. Good enough for normal use but not what the performance-oriented rider needs. The CoolBoss kit uses smart algorithms that not only controls the speed of the coolant flow but also when to turn the pump on and off according to the engine load and cooling needs. Boil overs will be a thing of past while prolonging the lifespan of the engine and even the engine oil benefits.

Apart from precise coolant flow, the CoolBoss kit also reduces parasitic mechanical drag from the removal of the mechanical water pump. Our testing has shown a 0.3hp to 0.5hp gain across the rev range and better fuel consumption. The kit will only be available early next year for the Yamaha R25 and kits for more models will follow.

Already in the market for a few months now is the TuneBoss Racing Injector. This 370cc injector features super high flow rate with ultra linear control, unlike the normal big injectors in the market which fails to give an even output for high-performance applications. The injector is good for 15hp to 40hp applications and compatible with Yamaha Y15ZR (1st model) and FZ150i 2014/2016.

And lastly, TuneBoss is introducing a Racing Fuel kit which includes tank, pump, fuel lines, and injector. This kit was developed specifically for the open drag bike category which let contestants use racing fuel. The stainless-steel tank holds three litres and all the parts come with special treatment to resist corrosion from the use of racing fuel such as the E85R or K2 racing fuel by Elixir Powered, Tune Boss’ racing fuel partner.

All add-on modules or kits mentioned above works in conjunction with TuneBoss ECU. With the help of trusted dealers, all parts have been tested on the Sepang International Circuit, various drag events and even on the road by our test riders before being released for production.

What is TuneBoss?

TuneBoss is an advanced, standalone ECU designed specifically for small capacity motorcycles. Introduced in 2014, TuneBoss was the first mass-market ECU in the world which was fully programmable wirelessly via its integrated Bluetooth technology.

It features accurate fuel and spark timing adjustments, along with user-adjustable RPM limiter. Various upgrade modules are available, including a quickshifter and launch control system. More upgrade modules will be offered soon.

Ease of use was the main consideration, which means installation is a simple Plug and Play affair. Users can easily download preset optimised settings according to their modifications, while more advanced users can access the full tuning capability wirelessly via our Android application.

The TuneBoss Manager Pro Android app not only shows real-time readouts of the motorcycle’s parameters but also take out the guesswork by providing data logging and a built-in diagnostic tool to help decipher fault codes.

By FSR Technology, About FSR Technology…

FSR Technology was founded in 2011 by Farhan and Sufian, both electronic engineers. Their vision is to build a company based on “Research & Development” for leading product design.

It took them three years for the R&D work to produce TuneBoss ECU which was made possible through self-financing and also supported by a development grant from the Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd, an agency under the Ministry of Finance.

Current Product Line-up…

TuneBoss – High-performance ECU for Yamaha FZ150i, Lagenda, Y15ZR, R25 and Honda RS150R.

ShiftBoss – quickshifter kit for Yamaha Y15ZR

CamBoss – High-performance cam and valve spring kit for Yamaha Y15ZR

BIKES: Aprilia Owners Take Note! A New 3S Centre Has Opened For You @ The Gasket Alley, Petaling Jaya!

Didi Resources Sdn. Bhd. being the newly appointed sole-distributor for Aprilia in Malaysia opened its doors to a brand-new showroom and service centre spanning 2,041 sq ft to bring a new home to Aprilia owners at the renowned motorcycle hub, The Gasket Alley in Petaling Jaya. The grand opening was also witnessed by Max Biaggi a former Grand Prix motorcycle road racing World Champion and winner of the 2010 and 2012 World Superbike Championship (below, 4th from right).

“We are honoured to be given the trust and responsibility to manage Aprilia, a renowned brand under the Piaggio Group of Companies, the following trust comes one year after we re-introduce Moto Guzzi in Malaysia. Our vision is to create a new ownership experience for existing and new customers where owning a motorcycle goes beyond just the product…

… we will continue to invest in after sales improvement and value added services to increase the ownership experience like dedicated track days, racing support, rides and gathering that is niche and unique to each Aprilia Owners”, said Chairman of Didi Resources Sdn Bhd, Mr Rewi Hamid Bugo (above).

“The new showroom is aligned with our global initiative to combine some of our brands under one roof and with this new centre, our customers and owners can visit us to engage in both Aprilia and Moto Guzzi products and services and be immersed in an exclusive two wheel environment”, said Pierre Sainton, Area Sales Manager, PIAGGIO ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD (above). The following opening also witnessed the signing of commitment by 3 dealers to invest in the brand in stages in 2019.

They consist of Welly World Cycle (Sungai Buloh), Sheng Fatt Superbike (Penang) and Soon Hin Co. (Kuantan) to further strengthen the network infrastructure in Malaysia. In conjunction with the Malaysian MotoGP race which happened from the 2nd until 4th November 2018 at the Sepang International Circuit, several exciting programs had been organized, including a Meet and Greet session with Max Biaggi, a dinner party with Aleix Espargaró and Scott Redding, Aprilia community ride to Sepang MotoGP and Aprilia Tribune at the grandstand to support the team.