‘Journey To Zero Emission’ – Nissan Leaf Pilot Programme
[Automotive News] Attended the launch of the ‘Journey To Zero Emission’ featuring the new Nissan Leaf electric vehicle (EV) on 3 May 2012 at the Nissan showroom in Section 13, Petaling Jaya. The program was officially launched by Dato’ Sri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister of International Trade and Industry and demonstrates Tan Chong Motor’s support for … Read more
Honda Jazz Hybrid Launch
[Automotive News] Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd unveiled the ‘All-New Jazz Hybrid‘ on 15 March 2012, which debuts as Honda’s latest addition to its family of hybrid cars in Malaysia. This eco-friendly and practical compact 5-door is a naturally-aspirated hatchback, which features Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system under its hood while retaining the familiar … Read more
Launch of the Chevrolet Colorado in Malaysia 290312
[Event] Went over to KL PAC for the first time ever on 29 March 2012 for the launch of the new Chevrolet Colorado in Malaysia. As you might remember, Chevrolet gave Malaysian consumers a sneak peak at their Transformers roadshow in 1 Utama Shopping Centre – http://timchew.net/2011/06/07/debut-of-chevy-colorado-in-malaysia-at-1-utama-070611/ Will try to get my hands on a … Read more
Red Bull Sebastien Buemi Visits Infiniti Centre KL 220312
[Automotive News] Sébastien Buemi, the official Red Bull Racing Formula One Team test and reserve driver met with Infiniti guests in an exclusive “Meet & Greet” session held at the Infiniti Center Kuala Lumpur on 22 March 2012. 2012 marks the second year of a thriving partnership between Infiniti and Red Bull Racing Formula One … Read more
Automotive News – Nissan Sylphy Facelift
[Automotive News] After almost 4 years that the Nissan SYLPHY has been in the Malaysian market, Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) launched the 2012 Nissan SYLPHY with updates and upgrades that enhance its exterior styling and keep up with it’s rivals in the mid sized sedan segment. There are two (2) variants namely the 2.0XL … Read more
Review – Nissan Grand Livina 1.6L Tuned by Impul
[Review] As many of you know, I’m a person who likes cars and this has intensified further after working for TOPGEAR and Malaysian EVO magazines in the past. I particularly like hot hatches and sedans although every now and then I do test drive SUVs and MPVs. The nice folks over at Nissan Malaysia came … Read more
NST Car of the Year 2011
[Event] Date: 13 November 2011 Venue: Matrade Exhibition and Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur. The event was organised by the New Straits Times and presented by Maybank. The local and mid-range car manufacturers were all present and offered on-the-spot test drives while a few took the opportunity to show off their concept/ electirc cars. There was … Read more
Super GT 2011
[Special Event] Went to the Super GT today as I finally managed to get my paws on a media pass. Amazingly this was my first ever visit to the Super GT (previously known as the Japan GT). Enjoy the pics! ### More photos on my Facebook page (click here). ###
Castrol ‘Instant Protection’ Launch 170611
[Quickie] Castrol Malaysia launched a new campaign promoting Castrol Magnatec with a roadshow in Mid Valley Megamall which includes a game on Facebook called the ‘Castrol Magnatec Augmented Reality Monster game’. Check it out now and who knows? You might win yourself some exciting prizes! http://www.facebook.com/castrolmalaysia
Debut of Chevy Colorado in Malaysia at 1 Utama 070611
[Quickie] 7 June 2011 – Chevrolet Malaysia debuted their Chevy Colorado at the 1 Utama Shopping Centre. The preview of the not-yet-in-production vehicle also saw a display of Chevrolet Malaysia’s lineup of consumer vehicles which included the Cruze and the top-of-the-line Camaro. The roadshow was also held in collaboration with UIP, the movie distributors for … Read more
Honda Accord Roadshow at 1 Utama
21 April 2011 – The new Honda Accord (facelift) edition is on display and open for bookings at the Honda Accord roadshow at the Centre Concourse, New Wing of 1 Utama Shopping Centre which is on from today until Sunday, 24 April 2011. More info at www.honda.com.my More photos on my Facebook page (click here).
Test Drive – Ford Fiesta
[Test Drive] During my time with TOPGEAR, FHM and Malaysian EVO I certainly learnt a fair bit about cars so much to my delight I managed to get my paws on the 1.6l Sport Ti-VCT Ford Fiesta for a weekend’s test drive. Now I’ve been eye-ing this car for some time now since the launch … Read more
Mini Countryman Launch
[Quickie] 24 March 2011 – Mini launch the new Mini Countryman at the KL Railway Station in a move that will delight Mini fans in Malaysia. Featuring a permanent 4 wheel drive system and 4 doors, the Mini Countryman is available for Rm248,888. More info here – http://www.mini.my/
WTA Malaysian Tennis Open 2011 – Kronenbourg Night 280211
Headed down to the Bukit Kiara Equestrian Club to attend the Kronenbourg night at the WTA Malaysian Open. It was actually the first time I’ve watched a (pro) tennis match live and it was pretty impressive! Entrance is FREE (yes entrance is FREE) until Thursday so point your browser to http://www.bmwmalaysianopen.com/ for the match schedules. … Read more
KL International Motor Show 2010 – Proton, Lotus & Perodua
Proton ### Lotus ### Perodua More photos on my Facebook page.
Honda Malaysia’s Media Night 140111
Honda Malaysia threw a media appreciation night at the rooftop bar of G Tower which saw a night of good performances, good food, loads of alcohol and 40 lucky draw prizes including 15 iPads, 5 PS3s, 5 iPods and 5 digital cameras for the less than 200 members of the media present. Honda Malaysia could … Read more
KL International Motor Show 2010 – 12 December 2010
The last day of KLIMS 2010. See you in 2013!
KL International Motor Show 2010 – 7 Dec 2010
[quickie] Went to KLIMS 2010 again this time with FHM GND 2011 Finalist 08 Grace and a new toy muahahaha! Obviously I wasn’t very used to it yet so do forgive the over/ under-exposure, OOF, etc. etc. of the photos. As it was a public holiday, there were thousands of people visiting the show so … Read more
KL International Motor Show 2010 – FHM Girls
[quickie] During my tenure at FHM (For Him Magazine) I had the opportunity to meet lots of beautiful girls (duh!) and most of them have actually become personal friends. Thus I was pleasantly surprised to see so many at the KL International Motor Show 2010 during the media preview day. Here’s who I managed to … Read more
