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In a monumental celebration of its 15-year journey, Rimac Automobili has revealed the exclusive 15th Anniversary Edition of the Nevera, a hypercar that redefined the limits of electric performance. Only nine bespoke examples of this record-breaking vehicle will be produced, each meticulously crafted to mark Rimac’s trailblazing achievements since its inception.

A Celebration in Copper

The first of these exclusive units, finished in a new shade of copper with matte paintwork, will debut at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. This unique colour choice not only symbolises celebration and energy but also reflects the material’s widespread use in electrical cables. The vehicle also features a striking fully visible carbon fibre split, providing a gloss contrast in both texture and colour.

Distinctive Design and Luxurious Interior

Each of the nine Nevera Anniversary Edition hypercars includes an exclusive dual-colour alloy wheel design, special 15 Years Anniversary badging, and a distinctive Rimac pattern that resembles a circuit board running the length of the car. The interior continues the celebratory theme with copper anodised switchgear and painted surfaces. The cabin, available in bold black or pristine white, features seats with contrasting copper leather and the number ’15’ embossed into the headrests. Special one-of-nine and ‘2009-2024’ scripts adorn the armrest, adding a unique touch to this special edition.

Unparalleled Performance

The Rimac Nevera is renowned as the world’s most powerful production car, having set 27 performance records last year alone. Key to its unprecedented speed is an advanced battery system, powertrain, and software, all developed in-house by Rimac. The hypercar’s front and rear powertrains, each comprising two individual motors, deliver power to each wheel independently. At the rear, a 1MW dual inverter provides 603hp and 900Nm per motor, while the bespoke front powertrain ensures optimal power and control. All systems are managed by Rimac All-Wheel Torque Vectoring 2, controlled by an NVIDIA Pegasus-based supercomputer calculating outputs 100 times per second.

From Dream to Reality

Since its incorporation, Rimac has evolved from a one-man dream to a conglomerate employing over 2,200 people across four European countries. The Rimac Group now encompasses Bugatti Rimac, Rimac Technology, and Rimac Energy, demonstrating the brand’s extensive growth and innovation in the automotive industry.

Exclusive Ownership

The Rimac Nevera 15th Anniversary Edition is priced at €2,350,000 (RM11,923,698), inclusive of all options and bespoke luggage that matches the interior. This highly exclusive hypercar not only represents the pinnacle of electric vehicle engineering but also a piece of automotive history. The first unit will take on the iconic hill climb at Goodwood, where the Nevera Time Attack edition set the Production Car record in 2023 with a time of 49.32 seconds.

Peugeot Malaysia, in collaboration with KL Fashion Week 2024 (KLFW 2024), is offering fans and customers a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of driving the all-new Peugeot 408 and enjoy the most stylish fashion show in town. The partnership features two on-ground campaigns that combine the excitement of a test drive with the glamour of KL Fashion Week.

Test Drive & Win KLFW 2024 Tickets

From July 9 to 27, visitors who test drive the all-new Peugeot 408 at any authorised dealership will have the chance to win a pair of tickets to the Kit Woo Show on July 31 or the Design to Sustain Finale on August 2 during KL Fashion Week. To enter, customers need to complete an online form after their test drive, automatically entering them into the running to win one of 50 pairs of tickets to the KLFW 2024 shows. Winners will be announced on Peugeot Malaysia’s Facebook and Instagram pages and contacted directly.

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Lexus Malaysia has made a bold entrance into the electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of the all-new, all-electric Lexus RZ 450e Luxury. This model represents Lexus’ first globally available, purpose-built battery-electric vehicle (BEV), merging sustainability with personalised Luxury and exceptional craftsmanship.

As the first BEV developed from the start to be fully electric, the Lexus RZ draws on the brand’s long experience in electrified mobility. The new model aligns with the global Lexus electrification journey, which is contributing to a carbon-neutral society by aiming to offer 100% BEVs globally by 2035. Lexus’ “More Than Electric” emphasises this promise, setting the precedence for a range of Luxury EVs and HEVs from the brand that will make a positive impact on the planet and society.

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Proton showcased its dedication to advancing Malaysia’s automotive industry through talent development during the National Training Week (NTW) 2024. Held at the National Stadium Bukit Jalil on 29 and 30 June, the event was organised by HRD Corp under the auspices of the Ministry of Human Resources to promote cutting-edge skills and lifelong learning.

Strategic Focus on Youth and Talent Development

At the heart of Proton’s participation in NTW 2024 was a clear message: the development of talent is critical to achieving the company’s goal of becoming a global leader in the automotive industry. Proton has crafted seven strategic thrusts, with “Talent Development” standing out as one of the pivotal priorities.

This strategic focus aims to tackle multifaceted business challenges by nurturing staff experiences and cultivating homegrown leaders. Aligning with the Human Capital department’s 10-year strategic roadmap, Proton is committed to investing in human capital growth and enhancing capabilities. This is underscored by significant investments and strategic initiatives such as the Proton Young Talent (PYT) programme. Launched in 2018, this fast-track career development initiative offers young talents multifunctional job rotations and project-based assignments to accelerate their skills. The programme has hired 178 young talents, with 143 currently serving the company.

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Hyundai Motor Group, currently the third-largest automaker globally behind Volkswagen and Toyota, is facing allegations from some of its US dealers who claim that the company inflated its sales figures through unethical practices. A new lawsuit filed in Chicago federal court accuses Hyundai of pressuring dealers to manipulate inventory codes meant for “loaner” vehicles to artificially boost sales numbers.

Allegations and Details

The lawsuit claims that Hyundai encouraged certain dealers to misuse these inventory codes, making it appear as if the vehicles were sold. When it came time to actually sell the vehicles, the dealers would rescind the coding. This practice allegedly allowed Hyundai to report higher sales figures both internally and externally.

Dealers who participated in this scheme reportedly received various rewards from Hyundai, such as purchasing vehicles at a lower overall cost, better allocation of new vehicles, and bonus cash incentives. These incentives provided a significant advantage to those dealers over their competitors.

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Tesla’s upcoming software update, version 2024.26, is rumoured to introduce a range of new parental controls aimed at making driving safer for young drivers. According to reports from Not a Tesla App and Tessie, these features were released to employees on Wednesday and include a notable addition called “Night Curfew.”

Night Curfew and Parental Controls

The “Night Curfew” feature allows parents to set a curfew time, after which they will receive notifications on the Tesla mobile app if the vehicle is driven. This feature aims to help parents enforce bedtimes and ensure their teenagers are not driving late at night.

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