When it comes to shopping for a car, terms like reconditioned cars and certified pre-owned (CPO) cars get tossed around a fair bit. On paper, both CPO and reconditioned (recond) cars are very similar – both are cheaper than a new car, allowing the buyer to save some money. But that’s where the similarities end, as they are world’s apart once you look closer. Recond cars – good on paper, but buyers beware While it may seem tempting to save RM 40k to RM 50k on a recond car versus a brand-new car,
Apr 23, 2020
TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has had the Renault Subscription in place offering an alternative to traditional car ownership for some time now. But, in light of uncertain times ahead, TCEC is offering more savings by introducing a new Renault Pre-Owned Captur Subscription plan. Like the standard subscription that TCEC offers, the Pre-Owned Subscription is a 1-year plan that is offered at RM 1,299 per month inclusive of road tax, insurance, regular servicing and annual mileage cap of 20,000 km with a pre-o
Apr 25, 2020
Looks like the Volvo's used car programme also already taking its next leap. Sisma Auto Glenmarie Selekt Centre teams up with myTukar to create a new Selekt pre-owned programme to make buying an approved pre-owned Volvo much easier. Introduced in June, Sisma Auto is the first-ever Volvo Selekt pre-owned cars centre in Malaysia while myTukar is Malaysia’s fastest growing pre-owned car trading platform. With the new Selekt pre-owned programme, customers who purchase a pre-owned Volvo will benefit
Jul 29, 2020
TC Euro Cars (TCEC), the sole franchise holder of Renault vehicles in Malaysia, announced a sales promotion on limited units of the Renault Captur lifestyle crossover for brand-new and pre-owned units starting now till 31 December 2020. Customers who purchase a brand-new Renault Captur, priced at RM105,289, will enjoy five years of manufacturer’s warranty and regular maintenance service for free in addition to an overtrade value of RM20,000 (with trade-in of an existing vehicle). A cash rebate o
Nov 26, 2020
Sime Darby Auto Selection (SDAS) is taking big steps to improve their services with a new collaboration. To further improve the car trading experience, SDAS has now signed on with myTukar! MyTukar is an online car bidding platform. Collaborating with the platform will allow SDAS to expand their network nationwide. SDAS hopes this will enable them access to a wider procurement grid to present more choices to customers. Collaborating with myTukar is also expected to help improve SDAS’s management
Oct 9, 2020
Renault Malaysia mengumumkan promosi jualan untuk crossover Renault Captur yang bergaya. Promosi ini merangkumi unit baru dan unit yang telah didaftarkan (pre-owned). Tawaran secara terhad ini bermula sekarang sehingga 31 Disember 2020 dan hanya ditawarkan khusus di Semenanjung Malaysia. Pelanggan yang membeli Renault Captur baru yang bernilai RM 105,289 akan menerima jaminan dan servis percuma selama 5 tahun. Pada masa yang sama, pembeli akan menerima nilai tambahan sebanyak RM 20,000 sekiranya
Nov 26, 2020
Tahukah anda, menurut Persatuan Automotif Malaysia (MAA), penjualan kereta terpakai telah meningkat sebanyak 100% dalam tempoh enam bulan pertama tahun 2020. Pertumbuhan ini sememangnya sebuah dapatan kajian yang mengejutkan. PROTON melihat perniagaan kereta terpakai sebagai sebahagian strategi penting dan mula memperkenalkan jabatan Pengurusan Kereta Terpakai (UCM) bagi melancarkan penjualan dan pengedaran kereta terpakai dalam usaha meningkatkan penjualan kereta baharu. Jabatan Pengurusan Kere
Jul 29, 2020
Interestingly, one growth seen through this whole coronavirus pandemic is the rise in used car sales. According to data by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), used car sales grew by 100% in the first six months of 2020. Seeing this, Proton decides to expand and improve its used car management (UCM) department to help streamline sales and distribution of used cars in support of new car sales. Proton’s UCM division began in 2019 with 8 outlets located in various dealerships. In 2020, Proto
Jul 29, 2020
Bermaz Motor has just officially launched the Mazda Anshin website which gives customers a one-stop solution to sell or buy their Mazda vehicles. The Mazda Anshin website caters to Mazda’s pre-owned vehicles (company demo vehicles) and Mazda’s used vehicles that have undergone strict inspection and are certified by Mazda. Before being sold on the website, these vehicles must undergo a comprehensive 11-point inspection at selected authorized Mazda service centres in Glenmarie and Petaling Jaya. T
Dec 3, 2020
Bermaz Motor secara rasmi telah melancarkan laman web Mazda Anshin hari ini, menawarkan platform untuk pelanggan menjual atau membeli kenderaan Mazda dengan cara yang mudah, selamat dan selesa. Laman web Mazda Anshin kini menyenaraikan kenderaan milik Mazda sendiri (kereta demo) dan kenderaan terpakai daripada pelanggan yang telah menjalani pemeriksaan ketat dan disahkan oleh Mazda. Setiap kenderaan terpakai dan terpakai Mazda mesti menjalani pemeriksaan 111 titik yang komprehensif di Pusat Serv
Dec 3, 2020
You can now shop for a Mercedes-Benz online. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia now has a virtual showroom that includes both new and pre-owned models. The new online tool allows users to instantly search on stock on availability, calculate financing option and directly request a quote from their preferred dealer. They can also filter the available cars based on their location. Dr Claus Weidner, President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, “2020 placed great demands on us as a society. Despite the challe
Feb 8, 2021
The newly formed Kia manufacturing joint venture made between Bermaz Auto Berhad and Kia Motors Corporation - Kia Malaysia Sdn Bhd (KMSB) - will become Kia’s regional manufacturing hub. It will be Kia's first manufacturing joint venture plant in Asia outside of China. Apart from China and Korea, Kia has only two other manufacturing facilities in Asia. The one in India is wholly owned by Kia Motor while the one in Vietnam is owned by Truong Hai Auto Corp (Thaco). Kia does not hold any stake in th
Apr 2, 2021
As reported earlier, Bermaz Auto is expected to launch the seven-seater Mazda CX-8 sometime next month. The model will be locally-assembled at the Mazda Malaysia plant in Kulim. The plant is 30 percent owned by Bermaz Auto, with the rest owned by Mazda Motor Corporation. We can now confirm that the Kulim-assembled CX-8 is not only be sold domestically, but will also be exported to the Philippines, where Bermaz Auto’s subsidiary Bermaz Auto Philippines is also the authorized distributor. Exports
Sep 18, 2019
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) today launched Das WeltAuto, Volkswagen’s global used car programme that offers customers certified used cars they can trust. The award-winning Das WeltAuto is backed by the global know-how, standards and processes, systematic solution and warranty of the Volkswagen Group. The most obvious benefit of buying a certified pre-owned Volkswagen (which is different from a used Volkswagen, more on that later) from Das WeltAuto is peace of mind. All Das WeltAuto
Aug 30, 2019
Yesterday, Ford debuted the 2021 Ford Ranger Wildtrak facelift in Thailand and it looks, well the same doesn’t it? The Ranger will be competing against the recently updated Toyota Hilux, the facelifted Nissan Navara, and the all-new Mazda BT-50 when it comes to Malaysia in 2021. The current Ford Ranger, which is also called the T6 Ranger, has been around since 2011, making it a very aging machine. It was given a few updates with the last being in 2018. Now that it has been given another update,
Nov 6, 2020
To be clear, the Mazda CX-30 is not a rival to the BMW X1. As you know, the imported-from-Japan CX-30 is not cheap, no thanks to additional import/excise taxes. For about the same RM 176,059 (with SST) asking price of this top specs all-wheel-drive (AWD) Mazda CX-30 variant, you can buy a lightly used, barely a year old certified pre-owned (CPO) but lower specs front-wheel drive BMW X1 sDrive20i from BMW Premium Selection. So you still want the Mazda? Brand snobs need not think further, but if y
Sep 13, 2020
It looks like the Isuzu D-Max is not at risk of being upstaged by its sister-car the Mazda BT-50, as the D-Max will be launched in Malaysia ahead of the BT-50. WapCar.my understands that there is a direction by Mazda Motor for its overseas distributors to show respect to its partner Isuzu by granting Isuzu the privilege of launching the D-Max first. In Australia, the first export market for the all-new D-Max, Mazda Australia had intentionally delayed the launch of the BT-50 there by one month, a
Mar 22, 2021
Indonesia has officially launched the Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC), a government-owned EV battery company, last Friday. The IBC consists of the following organizations: PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium ANTM (Aneka Tambang Tbk) Pertamina PLN (Perusahaan Listrik Negara) The organizations fall under Indonesia's BUMN, which is a collection of state-owned enterprises in Indonesia. CNBC Indonesia reports that IBC will oversee the entire supply chain including the stages of mining, smelting, produc
Mar 29, 2021
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
Jun 19, 2020
The Mazda 6 is currently the oldest model in its class. The dominating Toyota Camry and Honda Accord duo have since been replaced by new generation models while the Volkswagen Passat was recently updated, leaving the imported Mazda 6 as the oldest. Despite its age, you’ll be surprised to know that the Mazda 6 is still the one to have, especially if you are the sort who understands the difference between driving a car and being part of a car. Yes, the Toyota Camry is still the benchmark. It still
Jun 3, 2020
Ah, 1980s Japan, where the Bubble Era is thriving and some funky, awesome music genre filled bars and lounges across Tokyo called city pop. This was also a period where hardtop sedans ruled the Japanese car market. At the same time, as Japan’s economy was bubbling, so were the salaries of your average Japanese salaryman. Obviously, their choice of rides would be a Toyota Mark II or a Nissan Laurel with velour fabric seats. But there was a left-field choice for those who wanted to stand out from
Aug 13, 2020
As we entered the second month of 2021, UMW Toyota Malaysia (UMWT) unveiled the new 2021 Toyota Innova facelift as one of its newest models of the year next to the refreshed Toyota Fortuner. But what are the differences between the Innova facelift and the pre-facelift? Worry not, because in this article, we’ll show you the differences between the two and whether the up to RM 4k price bump is worth it. But first, the variants The Innova facelift is available in three variants in Malaysia. All thr
Feb 12, 2021
Earlier this year, Bermaz Auto launched the 2020 Mazda 2 1.5 Hatchback facelift in Malaysia. It is a fully-imported (CBU) model from Thailand and only a single variant is offered – the 1.5 SkyActiv-G which comes with i-Stop idling technology. There is even a sedan version available for those who want extra boot space. The naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine produces 114 PS @ 6,000 rpm and 149 Nm @ 4,000 rpm, which powers the front wheels via a 6-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic transmi
Aug 29, 2020
Toyota has just launched the new 2020 Hilux in Thailand, giving the pick-up truck yet another update. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between the two models. Exterior – The Tacoma-inspired design gives the Hilux a more macho appeal Up front, the updated Toyota Hilux gains a pair of sleeker-looking headlights with its LED daytime running lights (DRLs) looking sleeker than before. Lower variants of the new Hilux continue with halogen headlights, albeit with a newer smoked finishing and
Jun 5, 2020
As you know, the new 2021 Hyundai Kona facelift has made its debut in town – just 6 months after the launch of the pre-facelift. The new Kona looks very different from the pre-facelift, but what other upgrades does the new SUV boast? Also read: Priced from RM 120k, 2021 Hyundai Kona facelift launched in Malaysia, no turbo for now This new vs old comparison will focus on the current range-topping variants for the Kona – in this case, it is the 2.0 Active versus the 1.6-litre Turbo variant. Exteri
Apr 17, 2021
Good news for owners of older Mazda models with the MZD Connect infotainment system, as you can opt to upgrade the system to support both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The upgrade costs RM 1,055, though for Mazda Privilege Card holders, the price is just RM 908.40 - 15% cheaper. Both prices are inclusive of labour. Which models are applicable? This upgrade is applicable to these Mazda models: 2015 to 2019 Mazda 2 (DJ generation, Pre-facelift) 2014 to 2018 Mazda 3 (BM generation) 2015 to 2018 M
Jul 1, 2020
The Hyundai Kona is a new B-segment SUV that will soon make its debut in Malaysia. A facelifted version of the Kona has been unveiled but we will most likely get the pre-facelift version starting at RM115,000 and powered by a 1.6-litre T-GDI Smartstream turbocharged engine (177 PS / 265 Nm). The pre-facelift version has been spotted on our roads last month. Looking sleeker without the “nostrils”, the facelifted Kona has also moved the location of the badge away from the grill. The “N Line” varia
Sep 3, 2020
Volvo Car Malaysia today paved a new path for customers with the launch of its 360 total-care used car programme known as Volvo SELEKT. The programme is created for the discerning customers in mind, who want the same uncompromising excellence and quality of a new Volvo car but at a price point they desire. Each pre-owned Volvo car under the Volvo SELEKT programme is guaranteed to be under five years old and has less than 100,000 km in mileage. Once it qualifies under the programme, the car will
Jun 24, 2020
The best-selling C-segment SUV in Thailand for the month of June is the 2019 MG HS, outselling the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 according to a report by Headlightmag. While the MG HS topped the Honda CR-V in sales, it's worth noting that the pre-facelift CR-V was sold out in Thailand. And the Covid-19 pandemic has delayed the launch and deliveries of the 2020 Honda CR-V facelift. The MG HS was launched in Thailand last year in September, replacing the MG GS. Since then, it has given rivals like the
Aug 3, 2020
Looking forward to the new, lower priced locally-assembled (CKD) Kia Seltos and Kia Carnival? Sorry but you will need to temper your expectations slightly. Bermaz Auto, the parent company of Dinamikjaya, the new distributor of Kia vehicles in Malaysia, revealed today that it takes between 12 to 18 months to setup a CKD project, implying that no new CKD Kia models will be launched in Malaysia in the near-term. Dinamikjaya’s immediate priority is to rebuild trust in the Kia brand, solve outstandin
Apr 2, 2021
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