Shah Alam, 20 August 2022 – Swift Haulage Bhd signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) recently with Volvo Trucks Malaysia for the purchasing of electric vehicle trucks, exploring the potential charging network, developing qualified human capital development and technology sharing for electro mobility in Malaysia. The signing ceremony at Swift’s’ Headquarters was attended by the leadership teams from Swift, Volvo Trucks Malaysia and Volvo Trucks International.

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Bukit Jelutong, 3 August 2022 – Scania launched the Super 7 promotion, being the first heavy-duty commercial vehicle manufacturer in Malaysia to package a combination of seven years instalment plan with seven years maintenance contract that will lock-in profits for seven years on a Scania truck purchased. The promotional period will be until on 31 December 2022.

“Here at Scania, we work closely with our customers, understand their business and listen to their input.  We use this to tailor our solution offerings to address their business needs and help them grow their business and profitability. With the introduction of the Super 7 we help them secure their profit and long-term sustainability,” stated Heba El Tarifi, managing director, Scania Southeast Asia.

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Kuala Lumpur, 20 July 2022 – Th official launch of the new Alza today was attended by Prime Minister Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Perodua chairman Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin and Daihatsu Motor Co. president, Soichiro Okudaira.

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Kuala Lumpur, 14 July 2022 – The new HR-V launched today was developed with the concept “AMP YOUR LIFE”, has been transformed featuring new styling, advanced powertrain and innovative features. It comes in four variants with starting price of RM114,800*⁵.

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Dusun Tua, 16 June 2022 – Scania Malaysia recently was accredited as the Centre of Sistem Latihan Dual Nasional (SLDN) or National Dual Training System (NDTS), by the Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran (JPK) or Department of Skills Development, of the Ministry of Human Resources. This makes Scania Malaysia the only company in the heavy commercial vehicle industry in Malaysia to be accredited for this training programme. The event that started the training for 2022 was held at the Institut Kemahiran Tinggi Belia Negara, Dusun Tua (IKTBNDT) and was officialised by Dalila Sharingat, Director, IKTBNDT. Representing Scania was Navindran Rajendran, people and culture business partner, Scania Southeast Asia, Khairull Anuar Ismail, SLDN accredited centre manager, Scania Malaysia and Nurulain Sulaiman, SLDN coach, Scania Malaysia.

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Subang Jaya, 9 June 2022 – The Proton X70 offering styling updates and a new option for buyers seeking an SUV with improved fuel efficiency now comes with a 1.5L TGDi, turbocharged direct injection engine, presenting a new compact alternative to the familiar 1.8L TGDi engine.

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Butterworth, 12 May 2022 – Sin Hock Soon group of companies (Sin Hock Soon group) through its subsidiary Benua Haulage Sdn. Bhd (Benua Haulage), recently modernised their fleet to usher in a new era of logistics through a sustainable partnership with Scania. The partnership encompasses a comprehensive transport solution consisting of Scania new truck generation; financed by Scania Credit, covered by Scania Repair & Maintenance Agreement (IPR&M), and monitored by Scania Fleet Management Control Package.
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Malaysia, 25 April 2022 – Pickupp, Asia’s smart logistics platform, has expanded its footprint in Malaysia, venturing into Johor Bahru with their latest pick-up and drop-off (PUDO) outlet in Skudai. This announcement comes as part of larger plans of increasing its presence across the country with expansions to several other cities and states planned for later in the year.

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Singapore, 9 April 2022 – Scania Singapore announced that it has commenced sales for its battery electric trucks from 6 April 2022. It also announced the signing of a sales agreement today with its first customer, ALBA W&H Smart City, for 15 battery electric trucks, the first European-branded battery electric trucks in Singapore.

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Petaling Jaya, 7 April 2022 – Honda Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. recently announced the appointment of a new managing director and CEO, Hironobu Yoshimura, who succeeded Ms. Madoka Chujo.

“I am excited to take up this new role at Honda Malaysia. This unique and diverse nation is truly an important market in the Asia and Oceania region for us at Honda. My predecessors have built the Honda brand to become the success that it is now in Malaysia; as the forerunner in introducing Honda’s advance technology in the region, launching exciting new models and leading the Non-National Passenger Vehicle segment for many years. Most importantly, Honda Malaysia has persevered through and overcame many challenges over the years. I look forward to leading the Company in a post-pandemic business environment and to contribute positively towards the growth of the company,” said Hironobu Yoshimura.

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