UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (Toyota Malaysia) has announce that their very successful TGR Festival will be entering its third season this year and fireworks will go up this coming September. Four rounds consisting of eight Toyota Vios Challenge One-Make races are in schedule as the highlight of the festival. (more…)
Owners of the Isuzu D-MAX generally have an active lifestyle, part of the reason why they bought the popular pick-up model. It’s an ideal vehicle for work and for going on holidays, exploring our beautiful country.
“When you throw versatility and comfort into the mix, what you have is a vehicle that is the perfect holiday or work buddy,” adds Masayuki Suzuki, COO of Isuzu Malaysia. He notes too that, by design and through its shared DNA with Isuzu commercial trucks, ‘the D-Max performs with tenacious dependability and amazing fuel efficiency’.
Now, for those who want to even more exciting adventures and in distant lands with totally different environments, Isuzu Malaysia is offering the chance to experience a dream holiday in the ‘Isuzu Win an Adventure of a Lifetime’ contest. Open to customers who purchase and register a new D-MAX from authorised Isuzu dealerships between now and September 30, 2019, the contest offers holiday packages for 10 lucky customers.
Holiday packages overseas for 10 lucky customers
Besides the Grand Prize of a 10-day holiday for two to Iceland, there are also prizes to destinations such as Greece, Turkey and Korea. All winners will enjoy accommodation in 4-star hotels with tours and meals included during the stay.
After the vehicle purchase and registration have been finalised, each customer can enter the contest by submitting a 100-word slogan which starts with ‘I Chose Isuzu D-Max because……..’. The winners will be randomly selected through computerized system by a third party, with the slogans also being considered as judging criteria.
Enjoy what the world has to offer
“The ‘Isuzu Win an Adventure of a Lifetime’ contest is our way of encouraging Malaysians to take that step back to enjoy what the world has to offer. Through vehicles that have the range and versatility such as the Isuzu D-Max, we are encouraged to explore and experience the myriad of attractions that Malaysia and the world have to offer,” said Mr. Suzuki.
Information about the contest and Isuzu vehicles can be obtained at authorised Isuzu dealerships nationwide. To locate a dealer, visit www.isuzu.net.my/pickup. Contest terms and conditions can also be found at the Isuzu D-MAX Malaysia Facebook page.
The first ever Honda Malaysia Gold-Rated Building Index 3S Centre has just been launched and it is in Ipoh, Perak. Operated by Ban Hoe Seng (Auto) Sdn Bhd, the RM15 million showroom is the first of its kind to receive the Green Building Index (GBI) award. (more…)
Bermaz Motor Trading Sdn Bhd (Mazda Malaysia) just launched their latest 2019 Mazda3 last week and from what we can see just by its appearance, there will be quite a few buyers willing to cough up some serious cash to get one of the babies parked on their driveways (or designated parking lot). The question now is; does it drive as good as it looks? (more…)
The idea that going for a drive is a pleasurable experience isn’t always true. Much of the time, traffic conditions cause frustration and instead create stress. An unexpected jam due to roadworks or an accident can completely change the cheerful mood of a relaxing Sunday drive. One study suggests that 74% of us admit to feeling stressed or overwhelmed every day.
Understanding that this is not just unhealthy (bad for the heart) but can also have an effect on safety, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is researching new artificial intelligence (AI) technology to understand our state of mind while driving – and adjust cabin settings to improve driver wellbeing.
Monitoring the driver’s mood
The technology uses a driver-facing camera and biometric sensing to monitor and evaluate the driver’s mood and adapt a host of cabin features, including the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, media and ambient lighting. The settings will be altered in response to the driver’s facial expressions to help tackle stress.
The mood-detection system will use the latest AI techniques to continually adapt to nuances in the driver’s facial expressions and implement appropriate settings automatically. In time, the system will learn a driver’s preference and make increasingly tailored adjustments.
Personalisation settings could include changing the ambient lighting to calming colours if the system detects the driver is under stress, selecting a favourite playlist if signs of weariness are identified, and lowering the temperature in response to yawning or other signs of tiring.
Rear passengers can benefit too
JLR is also evaluating similar technology for rear passengers, with a camera mounted in the headrest. If the system detects signs of tiredness, it could dim the lights, tint the windows and raise the temperature in the back, to help an occupant get to sleep.
The new mood–detection system is one of a suite of technologies that JLR is exploring as part of its ‘tranquil sanctuary’ vision to improve the driving experience. Designed to create a sanctuary inside each of its luxury vehicles, the company is exploring a wide range of driver and passenger wellbeing features, to ensure occupants are as comfortable as possible whilst ensuring the driver remains mindful, alert and in control.
Mood-detection software is the next-generation of Jaguar Land Rover’s existing driver tracking technology. The Driver Condition Monitor, which is capable of detecting if a driver is starting to feel drowsy and will give an early warning to take a break, is already available on all Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles.
Perodua is constantly aiming for higher standards in all aspects of its business so customers get better services. In a move to step up its human capital development efforts and provide higher standards of Body & Paint (B&P) services to its customers, the carmaker recently held its first-ever Body & Paint (B&P) Skill Contest.
Assurance of quality and safety
Established in 2009, Perodua’s B&P business deals with the repair and restoration of vehicles that have been involved in collisions. “Our B&P business aims to take much of the hassle away from the repair of collision-involved vehicles, with work carried out to the highest possible standards of quality and safety. The use of only genuine parts also gives customers total peace-of-mind,” said Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd MD, Dato’ Dr Zahari Husin.
“The safety of our customers is our top priority. When a vehicle gets involved in a collision, its structural integrity, and therefore its safety, may be compromised. Perodua B&P technicians are professionally trained to provide only the best workmanship in the restoration of Perodua vehicles that have been involved in collisions,” he explained.
Customer-related scenarios used
Although the carmaker has been holding its National Technical Skill Contest since 1997, this is the first time it has held such a contest specifically for B&P personnel. As with the National Technical Skill Contest, participants are put through tough customer-related scenarios and are judged not only on their technical expertise and problem-solving skills but also on their emphasis on Customer Satisfaction.
The inaugural Perodua B&P Skill Contest saw 140 B&P service advisors, body technicians and paint technicians from 35 B&P hubs and 4S outlets nationwide join the initial rounds throughout February and March.
The semi-finals in April narrowed the contestants down to 12 finalists, and last week’s finals saw Norhizam Zainal Abidin (Puchong B&P Hub), Hazinin Rosli (Kota Kinabalu 2) and Fazwan Mazlan (Kota Bharu 1) winning their categories.
“The Perodua B&P Skill Contest brings with it a multitude of benefits. Via healthy competition, it encourages learning, sharing and applying knowledge gained amongst our B&P staff, not to mention the all-important Kaizen, or continuous improvement. This sharpens their skill sets and ensures their capabilities remain competitive and relevant to the ever-evolving needs and wants of our valued customers. It also helps them grow in their careers,” said Dato’ Dr. Zahari.
Visit www.perodua.com.my for the locations of authorised service centres and B&P facilities.
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