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Proton launches new logo and tagline, X70 CKD first to receive new logo

Two years after partnering with Geely, Proton announced today a new logo today and new tagline to mark a new chapter in the company's growth. The new, almost 'Thundercat-like' logo, is an evolution of Proton's current Malaysian tiger motive design, but has been polished further to emphasize the four core elements of the brand's message - strength, agility, courageous, and pride. The previous tagline of 'It's In The Drive' has now been replaced with 'Inspiring Connections,' which is more current

EricEric

Sep 24, 2019

Toyota Synergised Mobility to support UMW Toyota's All About The Drive push

Alongside the launch of the 2021 Toyota Fortuner and 2021 Toyota Innova, UMW Toyota (UMWT) also launched a new branding tagline known as Toyota Synergised Mobility (TSM). The new tagline falls under the brand’s All About The Drive theme that was introduced back in 2016 and will focus on Toyota’s new technologies. UMWT claims that through the new brand pillar and branding initiative, these advanced tech will be simplified to make it easier for the average car user to understand. Examples of Toyot

JerricaJerrica

Feb 7, 2021

Toyota Corolla Cross to be launched in Indonesia on 6-Aug

Shortly after its world debut in Thailand, the Toyota Corolla Cross will be launched in Indonesia later next week. Indonesia will be the second country in the region to launch Toyota’s latest C-segment Corolla Altis-based SUV. Unlike Malaysia, Indonesia’s Toyota Corolla Cross will be imported from Thailand, which also explains why they could introduce the model there so soon. By importing the Corolla Cross from Thailand, Indonesia will be able to maintain a good level of trade balance with Thail

HansHans

Jul 30, 2020

Video: 2019 Toyota Camry 2.5V Review, Why Settle for a BMW 318i?

The eighth-generation Toyota Camry 2.5V raised a lot of eyebrows. It is the most expensive Toyota Camry ever sold in Malaysia priced at RM 196,888 (OTR without insurance). Under the sharp "keen Look" exterior, lies Toyota's latest TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform that adopts double-wishbone rear suspension, low centre of gravity and dynamic handling characteristic. Like most new-generation Toyotas, the athleticism of the Toyota Camry is more akin to a BMW rather than a traditional

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Feb 15, 2020

Perodua Myvi Cross brochure leaked, most likely an April Fool’s joke

A couple of months ago, we reported that Perodua is working on a crossover version of the Myvi, possibly called the Myvi Style. More recently, our friends over at Funtasticko posted photos of what could be the Perodua Myvi Style, albeit with a twist. Never mind the fact that the brochure depicts the Indonesian-market Daihatsu Sirion Cross (the Perodua Myvi is sold in Indonesia as the Daihatsu Sirion), we noticed some errors that indicates that the brochure is most likely a fake. For starters, we

EricEric

Mar 31, 2020

Bromance between Presidents of Toyota and Mazda runs deep, exchange letters revealed

Toyota and Mazda are two very different car companies. Toyota is a corporate giant, the world’s largest car maker that makes everything from commercial vans, to sedans for Japanese salaryman to large SUVs and minivans for American families. Mazda on the other hand, sells just one tenth of Toyota’s volume, and only wants to build cars for people who love cars. At the same time, Toyota is undergoing a rapid change in character. Its President Akio Toyoda is the only car company boss who actively pa

HansHans

Sep 11, 2020

Are you old enough to remember these Proton logos?

Our national car brand Proton has gone through a series of logo changes since the launch of the Proton Saga in 1985. These practices are normal in the automotive industry, usually keep the brand fresh and relevant. Recall that both BMW and Volkswagen had also announced their new logos recently. 1985 – The Malaysian star and crest The first Proton Saga wore a motif that can be found on our Malaysian flag, representing the Proton as Malaysia’s national pride. What made the first Proton logo truly

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

May 25, 2020

Electric Kia CV to be first to wear new logo, 2021 Kia Seltos to follow

Following the announcement of its new brand logo, Kia today confirmed at an online media Q&A session with the international press that the first model to wear the new Kia logo will be an electric crossover, which is still currently under development with the codename CV. The electric crossover was previewed in 2019 as the Imagine by Kia concept. The production version of the car will make its global debut within the first quarter of this year. As for models sold in developing markets, the new lo

HansHans

Jan 15, 2021

2021 Toyota Corolla Cross vs Honda HR-V - here's what Malaysians can expect

With a tagline that says "The next big thing" and “Why settle for less”, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) isn’t hiding the fact that it has a better-equipped product to rival the Honda HR-V with the soon-to-be launched 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross. Speaking of better equipped, keep in mind that specifications of the Toyota Corolla Cross have yet to be confirmed. UMWT will announce the model's specs on 25-March. Also Read: "Why settle for less?" UMWT's Toyota Corolla Cross tells you to skip the HR-V Rightful

EricEric

Mar 17, 2021

Volkswagen Malaysia launches Beetle giveaway contest 

As part of the year-long celebration for the outgoing Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia launches the “Win the Icon” Instagram contest. The contest will run between 1st October 2019 to 30th November 2019 and will see VPCM giveaway a VW Beetle to the winner. The “Win the Icon” contest rides on the VW’s tagline “Better experienced than explained” which will focus on encouraging contestants to test drive the car. All interested participants have to do is follow the following step

JerricaJerrica

Oct 2, 2019

Sejarah dan Evolusi Logo Proton

Jenama kereta nasional kereta kita, Proton, telah melalui beberapa perubahan logo sejak pelancaran Proton Saga pada tahun 1985. Langkah ini adalah normal dalam industri automotif bagi memberi naratif bahawa jenama ini akan sentiasa kekal segar dan relevan. Harus diingatkan bahawa BMW dan Volkswagen juga telah mengumumkan logo baru mereka baru-baru ini. 1985 - Bintang dan bulan sabit Malaysia Proton Saga pertama menggunakan motif yang terdapat pada bendera Malaysia, untuk menunjukkan rasa bangga

HarisHaris

May 21, 2020

New look for Mitsubishi Motors’ new 3S Centre in Melaka

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Malaysia, together with authorised dealer Sing Kwung Jidosha unveils a new visual identity (VI) for its Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre in Melaka recently. Sing Kwung Jidosha is the first showroom in Melaka with Mitsubishi Motors’ new corporate brand identity that embodies its global tagline ‘Drive Your Ambition’. With Sing Kwung Jidosha’s latest VI upgrade, there are now 20 showrooms nationwide with the new VI. Spa

JerricaJerrica

Jul 8, 2020

Video: What does Proton's new logo mean?

Proton now has a new logo, 2 years since the national carmaker formed their new partnership with Geely. Along with the new “Thundercats” like logo, the company also announced its new tagline, “Inspiring Connections”. This is the sixth iteration of the company logo since the brand’s inception in 1985 and is a symbol of Proton’s next chapter in the company’s history. Proton is committed to three core values: Innovative Technology, Reliability and International. Chief Executive Officer of Proton, D

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Sep 25, 2019

Mitsubishi Motors opens new showroom in Sitiawan, Perak

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, together with authorized dealer Lofty Ambition Sdn Bhd celebrated the opening of a new Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre (Sales, Service & Spare parts) in Sitiawan, Perak recently. This is Lofty Ambition’s third Mitsubishi Motors showroom in Perak, with the first two showrooms in Ipoh and Taiping respectively. Lofty Ambition’s outlet in Sitiawan is the first showroom in the Northern region with Mitsub

RobertRobert

Aug 29, 2019

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia gets ready to serve customers in Temerloh, Pahang

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, together with authorised dealer Auto Raya Timur cut the ribbons to a new Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre (Sales, Service & Spare parts) in Temerloh, Pahang today. The new Auto Raya Timur showroom in Temerloh incorporates Mitsubishi Motors’ new corporate branding that represents the company’s global tagline ‘Drive Your Ambition’. The corporate mark is a powerful statement of Mitsubishi Motors’ commit

JerricaJerrica

Sep 18, 2020

WapCar Weekly News Round-up

28 September - 4 October 2019 Fuel price update: RON 97 up 12 sen Monday The largest national eSports racing event in Malaysia has ended In the grand finals of the second season of the largest national eSports racing event in Malaysia - the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Velocity eSports Championship, the overall winners shared a prize pool of RM 70,000. After an intense day battling with the top 10 best virtual racers in Malaysia, the championship winner of TGR Velocity eSports season 2 was crowned

TasiaTasia

Sep 29, 2019

Dark blue Proton X70 for Tengku Laksamana Selangor, Rakyat to get different blue

Proton has presented a customized Proton X70 to Tengku Laksamana Selangor, featuring a number of customized bits and pieces to differentiate it from the Rakyat's version. This particular car is imported (CBU) from China model, as the locally-assembled (CKD) Proton X70 has yet to be launched, although bookings are now opened. You can tell that this is the imported model as it still features the old Proton logo. The CKD model will have the newer, round Proton logo. Starting with the exterior, the

EricEric

Jan 31, 2020

Nissan lancar logo baru! Lebih menarik atau tidak?

Nissan telah melancarkan logo baru ketika pelancaran Nissan Ariya 2020. Logo baru ini akan digunakan pada model-model Nissan terbaru selepas Nissan Ariya 2020 ini. Logo Nissan yang lama sangat dikenali di seluruh dunia. Logo lama tersebut menggunakan rekaan 3D untuk memberikan kesan timbul supaya tampak sama apabila kita melihat kereta dengan logo tersebut. Untuk logo Nissan terbaru ini, Nissan menggunakan rekaan yang rata dan minimalis, sesuai dengan zaman 2020. Logo tersebut menampilkan perkat

HarisHaris

Jul 16, 2020

Mitsubishi Malaysia opens yet another 3S centre to better serve customers in PJ!

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in Malaysia, together with authorised dealer Ingress Motors Centre (IMC) has a new Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre (Sales, Service & Spare parts) opening in Petaling Jaya (PJ), Selangor recently. This is IMC’s fourth Mitsubishi Motors showroom in Malaysia with the first three in Puchong, Bangi and Shah Alam respectively. Including the new showroom in Petaling Jaya, all four of IMC’s showrooms incorporate Mitsubi

JerricaJerrica

Sep 29, 2020

Jentera 'Adventure' kegemaran Malaysia, Honda CB500X dapat kemas kini baharu, Harga kekal RM36,099

Jentera yang disasarkan untuk golongan 'pengembara' dari Honda, CB500X mendapat kemas kini baharu dengan tiga warna menarik, Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic, Grand Prix Red dan Pearl Metalloid White bagi versi 2021. Bersama tagline 'urban commuter to weekend explorer' (Penggunaan bandar ke penjelajahan hujung minggu), harga bagi jentera ini kekal RM36,099. Harga berkenaan begitupun tidak termasuk cukai jalan, insuran dan cas pendaftaran. Bagi menambahkan gaya, sub-fram CB500X 2021 didatangkan denga

KhairilKhairil

Dec 15, 2020

Wapcar Morning Insiders (Sep. 25, 2019)

Today is Wednesday, Sep. 25 Local News Proton launches new logo and tagline, X70 CKD first to receive new logo Two years after partnering with Geely, Proton announced today a new logo today and new tagline to mark a new chapter in the company's growth. The new, almost 'Thundercat-like' logo, is an evolution of Proton's current Malaysian tiger motive design, but has been polished further to emphasize the four core elements of the brand's message - strength, agility, courageous, and pride. Mercede

TasiaTasia

Sep 25, 2019

Mazda BT-50: This is why Mazda chose the Isuzu D-Max over the Ford Ranger

If there’s anyone with the capability to challenge Toyota’s supremacy in pick-up trucks, it’s Ford. Sure, the Ford Ranger doesn’t sell as well as the Mitsubishi Triton or Toyota Hilux but remember that on a global scale, the Ford F-150 is the world’s best-selling pick-up truck. Built Ford Tough is not just a tagline. Truck culture is at the heart of Ford’s culture and there’s much to be gained by leveraging on Ford’s expertise in pick-up trucks. The outgoing generation Mazda BT-50 shares the sam

HansHans

Jun 19, 2020

2021 Hyundai Elantra now open for booking! Priced from RM 1XX,888, to launch by year end

Hyundai Malaysia has announced that the 2021 Hyundai Elantra is due to launch before the end of 2020. The new Elantra which will be sold at an estimated price of RM1XX,888 is now open for booking with a fee of RM777. Customers can visit www.hyundai.com.my for more information or walk in to at any Hyundai showroom nationwide to secure their bookings. The new Hyundai Elantra is expected to excite the market with a distinctive and unconventional design that has not been seen before in an automobile

ArifArif

Nov 27, 2020

Less choices for consumers as Toyota and Honda decline, Proton/Perodua extend lead

Over the next 5 years, the new normal for the Malaysian car market will eventually see less choices for consumers as the Big-3 Japanese car makers – Toyota, Honda, Nissan – retreat and cede ground to Proton and Perodua, whose upcoming range of models are more than a match against alternatives from Toyota and Honda. The Proton X70 has already eroded Honda Malaysia's sales, though it's still the No.1 non-national brand here. The Proton X50 will certainly suppress Honda’s progress even further. The

HansHans

Feb 8, 2021

Second lucky winner of Honda’s Road to 900,000th unit wins a HR-V, will you be next?

Following last month's giveaway of a Honda Civic to the first of nine lucky winners of Honda Malaysia's Road to 900,000th Unit Milestone campaign, the second winner has just walked away with a Honda HR-V. Mr. Lim Hong Ngee from Setapak said, “I am very excited that I will be the owner of a new HR-V, which is my second Honda SUV. I particularly like the sporty exterior design and spacious interior as well as the convenience that it provides for family travel. Overall, I am very happy and looking

HansHans

Sep 17, 2019

KTM 200 Duke 2021 dilancar di Eropah, lebih garang, agresif

Bagi terus relevan dalam persaingan yang sentiasa kompetitif, KTM Eropah memperkenalkan KTM Duke 200 2021 yang tampil dengan reka bentuk baharu dan lebih agresif, baru-baru ini. Menggunakan tagline 'Light Heavyweight', KTM 200 Duke 2021 diinspirasi dan datang dengan perwatakan seperti 'abang' besarnya seperti KTM 1290 Super Duke yang berwajah garang namun jauh lebih ringan dan mudah dikendalikan. Justeru, ia sesuai bagi motosikal permulaan bagi sesiapa yang berhasrat untuk melangkah ke dunia mot

KhairilKhairil

Feb 3, 2021

Toyota Camry vs Mercedes-Benz C200 vs BMW 320i Sport - sedan Jepun lagi baik dari Jerman?!

Sedan segmen D di Malaysia bukan lagi kereta yang dikhaskan untuk golongan ‘uncle’ kerana segmen ini telah diberi nafas baru, cenderung ke gaya sebuah sports sedan. Sedan ini lebih sesuai untuk mereka yang masih menghargai dinamik pemanduan dan perasaan memandu sedan yang rendah, bukannya SUV yang tinggi. BMW 3 Series Sedan Jerman terbaru dalam segmen ini adalah BMW 320i Sport (G20) yang dilancarkan Januari lalu di Malaysia. Sepanjang hayatnya, BMW 3 Series sering menjadi pilihan utama untuk pem

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Sep 3, 2020

Wapcar Morning Insiders (Sep. 26, 2019)

Today is Thursday, Sep. 26 Local News Toyota GR Sport models a possibility for Malaysia With the launch of the all-new 2019 A90 Toyota GR Supra in Malaysia, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has also introduced the GR Garage concept store. It is a first of its kind, one-stop motorsports inspired outlet to be opened outside of Japan. Lim hinted that there is an opportunity for UMWT to expand the GR model line up as the overwhelming interest in the GR Supra suggests that Malaysian customers have a strong ap

TasiaTasia

Sep 26, 2019

Michelin Malaysia launches Pilot Sport 4 SUV

Aimed at premium, high performance on-road SUVs, Michelin Malaysia has recently introduced a new range of Pilot Sport premium tyres aimed specifically at SUVs. Available in sizes ranging from 17- to 23-inches, the highlight of the new Pilot Sport 4 SUV is its well-balanced, all-rounded performance. It delivers above average performance in nearly all areas of objective evaluation – long service life, superior braking performance as well as handling, and good ride comfort. The key to achieving thi

RobertRobert

Jul 29, 2019

New 2020 Perodua Bezza facelift launched in Malaysia - cheapest sedan with AEB, priced from RM34,580

A new decade calls for a new Perodua Bezza. Perodua launched the facelifted 2020 Perodua Bezza earlier today with the tagline ‘Bolder. Smarter.’ The updated A-segment Perodua Bezza benefits from some much needed upgrades to face the challenge of a reinvigorated Proton Saga. Prices for the Bezza have also gone up across the range – with price adjustments ranging from RM 90 to RM 2,190, depending on variant - but it’s justified by a proportionate increase in features. Like the new Perodua Axia, ma

HansHans

Jan 8, 2020