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Isuzu Thailand sold more D-Max in Q1 2021 than the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger combined!

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The all-new Isuzu D-Max was unveiled in Thailand in October 2019, and ever since then, the striking pick-up has ranked top dog in the country’s pick-up truck market. In 2020, Isuzu sold a total of 160,328 D-Max trucks in the Land of Smiles, and the form continued into the new year with a total of 40,222 units sold in the first quarter of 2021 alone.

That figure averages to approximately 13,000 Isuzu D-Max pick-ups sold every month in the period, and translates to a market share of 47.7% in Q1 2021, according to data compiled by Thai publication Headlight Mag.

Coming in at a distant second place is the recently-updated Toyota Hilux, with 28,216 units (33.4% market share) sold within the same period. The Ford Ranger placed third with 6,847 units (8.1%) units sold, while the Mitsubishi Triton and new Nissan Navara took home fourth and fifth place with 5,166 (6.1%) and 2,077 (2.5%) units sold respectively.

Although quite startling, the pick-up truck supremacy is frankly nothing out of the ordinary. First of all, the Isuzu D-Max has always been the undisputed pick-up king in Thailand, owing to its reputation for reliable diesel engines.

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Couple that with an all-new design that has completely revamped its looks and feel both inside and out, and it’s not surprising why the demand for the all-new D-Max is at an all-time high.

Seriously – take a look at the swanky interior of the all-new Isuzu D-Max and tell us it doesn’t look like it’s taken out of a luxury SUV! Not only that, the D-Max also comes with some seriously advanced driver assistance features that even many regular passenger cars don’t have.

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Here in Malaysia, the all-new Isuzu D-Max was just launched in April this year. It’s available in seven variants across two engine choices, starting at RM88,599.20 for the workhorse single cab 1.9L model, moving all the way up to RM141,938.40 for the flagship 3.0L X-Terrain model.

For a full breakdown on the differences between each variant, make sure to check out our Facts & Figures write-up from the launch, linked here. And if you want to find out the differences between the new pick-up trucks here in Malaysia, we’ve also made a handy-dandy comparison for you here.

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Axa’s Asian Operations Affected By Ransomware Hack; Including Malaysia

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Axa Partners, the international unit of French insurance giant Axa, said that parts of its Asian operations – including those in Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and the Philippines – were hit by a targeted ransomware attack.

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According to a Financial Times (FT) report, a group of hackers employing ransomware called Avaddon earlier claimed they had breached the company’s Asian operations and stolen three terabytes of data.

In a dark web post, the hackers alleged that the stolen data included customers’ personally identifiable information, medical records and claims, in addition to data from hospitals and doctors. To prove this, the hackers apparently shared screenshots of IDs and passport pages, bank documents, hospital bills, and medical records.

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Axa said the incident was being investigated by a task force involving external forensic experts, and that it would notify affected clients and individuals if their data was compromised.

Last week, Axa said it would stop writing insurance policies that refund companies that pay ransom to cyber criminals. A source told FT that the policy change happened after the ransomware attack.

Ransomware attacks are an increasingly common type of hacking that involves stealing sensitive or valuable data and threatening its release (or sale) unless a ransom is paid. Hackers can also block access to data pending payment. Recent high-profile victims reportedly or allegedly include the Colonial Pipeline, Acer, and CD Projekt Red.

(Source: The Financial Times. Header image: Kokky92 / Wikimedia Commons.)

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Performance Comparison: Isuzu D-Max vs Toyota Hilux vs Mitsubishi Triton

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After a busy April with plenty of new vehicle launches, we now have some time to dissect the features of the latest pick-up trucks in Malaysia.

The all-new third-generation Isuzu D-Max is making quite a strong presence via digital advertising and rightfully so as the product has been improved tremendously.

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For this edition of comparison, we take a more detailed look at the first three pick-up models in Malaysia, which are all top-of-the-range and within the same price range.

Horsepower and torque

Let’s get the ball rolling. The all-new Isuzu D-Max 3.0L X-Terrain is powered by a new engine that is still displacing 3.0 litres and carries a price tag of RM141,938.

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Whilst the output of the new engine has increased over the previous generation, 190 hp at 3,600 rpm and 450 Nm of torque at 1,600 to 2,600 rpm are still below the outputs of Toyota Hilux’s latest 2.8-litre turbodiesel.

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The latest iteration of Toyota’s 1GD-FTV engine delivers 204 hp at 3,400 rpm and 500 Nm of torque. More impressive is the peak torque is generated from 1,600 rpm to 2,800 rpm. There is a premium to this performance though, as the Toyota Hilux 2.8 Rogue is priced from RM146,880.

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The third model we have for the comparison is the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete 2.4 MIVEC. Being the smallest in displacement, it also has the lowest output at 181 hp and 430 Nm of torque. The engine doesn’t have a flat torque band, unlike the Isuzu or Toyota, with all 430 Nm peaking at 2,500 rpm.

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But being a smaller-displacing 2.4-litre engine, the road tax in Peninsular Malaysia is also the lowest of the trio, at just RM793.60 per year with the vehicle on-the-road selling price at RM141,500.

While the data is not available here, the fuel consumption figures from the Australian market ranks the new Isuzu D-Max the best of our trio at 8.0 litres of diesel consumed per 100 km travel. The Toyota Hilux clocks 8.4 litres per 100 km, whilst the smaller 2.4-litre engine in the Mitsubishi Triton consumes 8.6 litres. The same pattern (albeit lower figures) is also seen in Thailand’s fuel consumption declaration.

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Transmission and traction

All three pick-up vehicles have six-speed automatic transmission with an electronic shift-on-the-fly dial switch to select between 2WD or 4WD modes. The Mitsubishi Triton Athlete however does offer an extra fourth mode via the 4H without locking of the centre differential, instead via an oil-based viscous coupling. There are the usual 2H, 4HLc and 4LLc with the two 4WD modes locking the centre differential.

The Mitsubishi Triton Athlete’s Super Select II AWD system in 4H (four-wheel drive at highway speeds, such as windy roads that are wet or slippery) allow better cornering comfort, as the front and rear axles spin more freely via the viscous coupling which translates to a lot less vibration and noise.

Also evident is the better turning radius in the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete, requiring just 5.9 metres. View the video above for more details. 

The Mitsubishi Triton Athlete also comes with an off-road mode that controls the engine, transmission and brake control according to the conditions of gravel, mud, sand and rock. The system will perform the Brake-LSD procedure to transfer the engine torque to the wheel with the most grip (or least wheelspin).

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Both the Toyota Hilux 2.8 Rogue and Isuzu D-Max 3.0 X-Terrain might not have the easy-to-use off-road mode, but they have something well-liked in the off-road community which is the electronic-locking rear differential.

Locking the rear differential means both left and right tyres will have equal amounts of torque, allowing for much better traction out of the trickiest conditions and terrain. This fully mechanical approach is better as it does not depend on the braking system which could overheat.

The aforementioned Brake-LSD or simulated LSD (limited-slip differential) is also featured in the Toyota Hilux under the name Active Traction Control (A-TRC) and Auto LSD. Isuzu meanwhile doesn’t have this feature.

Here is a tip we found from Toyota, which recommends that Hilux users switch to 4H mode and drive for about 16 km each month to keep the front drive components well lubricated. Such a procedure was not mentioned by Mitsubishi and Isuzu.

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Other features

Being global vehicles, all three flagship variants of the pick-up trucks are fitted with autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Adaptive cruise control (ACC) is only not available in the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete while Isuzu D-Max’s ACC can operate in all speed range, including stop-and-go traffic.

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The Mitsubishi has a 360-degree surround bird’s eye view camera system as standard, while it is a hefty RM2,600 option in the Toyota Hilux 2.8 Rogue. Unfortunately, the large 9-inch display in the Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain only displays the rear-view camera, with no option to upgrade to a surround camera system.

However, on a hot sunny day parked out in the open, the Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain is the only pick-up truck that has a remote engine start feature that can turn on the engine and air-conditioning to cool the interior first, before stepping inside.    

Speaking of air-conditioning, all three models here have air-conditioning vents for the rear, but the fitment in the Mitsubishi Triton is on the ceiling and has fan speed selection.

Pricing and warranty

In the aspect of accessories, the sports bar is a cost option on all three models, plus it’s the only accessory for the Isuzu D-Max. Bedliner and tailgate assist (easy manual open and closure) are cost option in the Mitsubishi Triton, while Toyota Hilux and Isuzu D-Max include the bedliner in its retail price.

As such, ticking all the accessories (360-degree camera, tailgate assist and sportsbar) in the Toyota Hilux 2.8 Rogue bumps the retail price to RM152,020, with warranty coverage of five-year/ 150,000 km. Meanwhile, the Mitsubishi Triton Athlete arrives at a price tag of RM147,225 and warranty coverage of five-year/200,000 km.

As mentioned earlier, the bedliner and tailgate assist is already included as standard in the Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain, as such, including the sports bar prices the vehicle at RM143,258. The Isuzu D-Max 3.0 X-Terrain is the only pick-up truck with a seven-year/unlimited mileage warranty coverage.

So there you have it, with more detailed information about the performance of these new pick-up trucks in Malaysia. A few features that are standard in Isuzu and Mitsubishi are found to be optional in the Toyota, as such, happy shopping for the best deals!

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A man named Jo brought cashless payment to a whole new level- Purchased a Lamborghini!

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A customer in Thailand has set a new benchmark in cashless payment with the purchase of an all-new Lamborghini via cryptocurrency.

According to a release by Zipmex, Jo Chirawat used Zipmex’s mobile app to put a downpayment in Bitcoin on a 2021 Huracán EVO RWD at Renazzo Motor Co. Ltd. in Bangkok, Thailand. The balance of the THB 20 million car is expected to be paid in Bitcoin as well. As of trading today, one Bitcoin is valued at THB 1.7 million.

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Management of Zipmex and Renazzo Motor with the Lamborghini Huracan

This transaction with Zipmex is also the first recorded in Asia.

Zipmex is one of the leading digital assets exchange platforms in South East Asia and the fastest growing with a focus on providing retail and institutional investors with the tools and convenience to trade digital assets securely. It currently operates in Singapore, Thailand, Australia and Indonesia.

The partnership between Zipmex and Renazzo Motor allows the usage of Bitcoin (BTC), Tether USD (USDT), and Zipmex Token (ZMT). The ability to accept cryptocurrencies also expands potential in untapped customer segments for the supercar distributor.

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As for the Lamborghini Huracán EVO RWD, the 5.2-litre V10 engine delivers 610 hp at 8,000 rpm and 560 Nm of torque. Drive to the rear wheels is via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and sends the Huracan EVO from standstill to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, taking another six seconds to reach 200 km/h.

Renazzo Motor has been the official sole importer, dealer and after-sales service provider for Lamborghini automobiles in Thailand since 2018. Meanwhile, in Malaysia, recently-appointed SunAgata Supercars is handling all sales and after-sales aspects of the brand.  

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This 185-Year Old Traditional Sundry Shop Has Just Launched Website Selling Imported Goods

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As you walk along the quaint streets of George Town, you will notice some traditional shops are still operating. Shops that’s not brightly lit with dried meats hanging above the counter. This is how the 185-year old Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd looks like. But, a tad of modernisation has been fused by launching a website to reach customers across Malaysia.

185-Year Old Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd

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Photo: Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd (Facebook)

Recently, Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd won platinum status under Cultural Continuity Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) Heritage Recognition and Award 2020. Woo Shee Khow, the fourth-generation owner told that it is all due to his predecessors’ hard work operating the family business for more than a century.

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Photo: Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd (Facebook)

It all started when a man called Woo Fook Yin travelled all the way to then-Malaya from China with hopes of earning a better living. He established Kwongtuck in 1836, initially selling liquours and sundry items from China, Hong Kong and Thailand. Over the years, Kwong Tuck shifted to selling more dried seafood and foodstuffs, canned food and preserved meats.

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Photo: Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd (Facebook)
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Photo: Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd (Website)

They sell dried seafood such as octopus, sea cucumber, mussels, scallops, oyster and even fish maws for RM2,500 per kilogram. Liquors such as Bee Chew, medicated Samsu, Kuo Loo, Hua Tiao Chew are also sold here. Other available items include wine biscuits, Chinese herbs, lye water, and Lap Cheong. All sourced both locally and internationally.

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Photo: Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd (Website)

Shop Now!

Now, you can get their products by a couple of clicks away. Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd launched its website to make its products available to customers across Malaysia. Hence, items will be delivered personally to customers in Penang. While goods will be delivered through courier service to customers in other parts of Malaysia.

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Photo: Kwongtuck Sundries & Liquors Sdn Bhd (Website)

Thus, that’s one of the oldest shops in town. So, have you shopped there before? Do let us know in the comments below! Also, make sure to abide by the SOPs and stay safe!

Address: 90, Lebuh Campbell, 10100, George Town, Penang

Operating Hours: 8 AM – 3 PM (Closed on Sundays)

Contact: (+60)4 261 5258 / (+60)11 3569 5258

Link(s): Website | Facebook

Source: MalayMail

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Thailand phasing out combustion engines, pushing to have only EVs as new cars in 2035

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Thailand, the largest automotive market in the ASEAN region with Indonesia a very close second, is setting up an ambitious plan to only offer electric vehicles (EV) as new vehicles from 2035, completely phasing out the internal combustion engine, five years earlier than Singapore!

The report from Bloomberg highlights now that the country has set a target for phasing out vehicles with combustion engines, the next step for the government will be to facilitate the transition.

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Kawin Thangsupanich, an adviser to Energy Ministry’s national policy committee, said the government must press hard on the development of strategies to build more charging infrastructure, implement favourable tax incentives, regulations as well as promote manufacturing of EVs.

The target, that is only 14 over years away, is incredibly ambitious for the nation that registers over 1 million units of new vehicles annually, of which, half are commercial vehicles such as pick-up trucks powered by diesel engines.

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Battery EVs currently make up less than 1% of cars in Thailand, with just 2,202 units sold last year. Hybrid vehicles, both self-charging and plug-in charging, fare much better, registering over 178,000 units in 2020, a growth in sales given the disruption following the global pandemic.

By the end of 2025, Thailand hopes to have 25% of new vehicles sold are zero local emissions, with the figure increasing to 50% by the end of this decade, up from 30% previously proposed.

Both Mercedes-Benz and BMW have facilities to assemble PHEV batteries in Thailand

In a separate report by the Bangkok Post, total production of EVs consisting of both cars and pick-up trucks is estimated to be 400,000 units by 2025, and see an exponential jump to under 3 million units in just five years, supporting the plan to have 50% of new cars to be EV in 2030.  

With the idea of 100% of new vehicles sold being an EV, the automotive industry in Thailand expects to have produced a cumulative of 8.6 million cars and pick-ups by 2035.

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As the supply of many components and sub-assemblies of vehicles come from Thailand, this bold plan will surely affect us all in the ASEAN region. Could this also mean the first electric-powered pick-up truck could be released as soon as 2025?  

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Bangkok to Malaysia by Train (Via Padang Besar – Butterworth – Penang)

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S1 E13 #FreedomCamping in Penang and Jitra #Vanlife MALAYSIA

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Châteraisé Patisserie Has Officially Opened 2nd Outlet At Queensbay Mall Penang

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How much do you love desserts? If you’re a true foodie, then you probably have an entire stomach dedicated to savour desserts only. Well, here’s the tea. Châteraisé Patisserie has officially opened its 2nd outlet at Queensbay Mall Penang today!

2nd Châteraisé Outlet Is Now Open At Queensbay Mall

Just last year, Châteraisé has opened its very first outlet in Penang over at Gurney Plaza and the queue was nothing less than an insane snaking line. So if you’ve yet to try the one at Gurney Plaza, then you can now even try out their line of Japan-imported desserts at Queensbay Mall.

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At Châteraisé, you can expect to find over 200 types of imported Japanese desserts here! Châteraisé is a dessert outlet from Japan that has signature pastries loaded with fruits. Aside from that, they also have matcha pastries, Taiyaki ice cream, macarons, cream puff and more.

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Chateraise Queensbay Mall
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Here in Malaysia, the very first Châteraisé outlet opened at Isetan KLCC in March 2016. That isn’t all, Châteraisé even has international outlets in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Indonesia, Thailand, as well as Hong Kong.

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Photo: @QueensbayMall (Facebook)
Chateraise Queensbay Mall
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Sign Yourselves Up For A Sweet Weekend

So what are you guys planning to do this weekend? How about filling it up with an array of beautiful and lip-smacking desserts at Châteraisé Queensbay Mall? Be sure to abide by the SOPs when you’re there!

Address: GF-98, Queensbay Mall, 100 Persiaran Bayan Indah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang

Operating Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Opens Daily)

Read More: Perfect Ice: Korea’s Famous Milkshake And Ice Cream Joint Opens First Outlet In Penang

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Fundraising For Southeast Asia Tech Startups Steady Despite Pandemic

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Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, fundraising for Southeast Asian tech startups remained steady in 2020, Bloomberg said citing a report by venture capital firm Cento Ventures. Big winners include Grab, Go-Jek and Go-Pay, Bukalapak, and Traveloka – together they received over half of all investment last year.

Tech startups in Southeast Asia raised a total of US$8.2 billion (~RM34 billion) in 2020 – just a 3% drop compared to 2019. Most of that capital (70%) headed to Indonesia, while Malaysia just received a paltry 5% of the total investment volume.

To be fair, Thailand and Vietnam got 5% and 4% respectively. And there’s an obvious reason why Indonesia is such hot real estate – its 270 million plus population.

The bigger picture is that the raging pandemic has barely dampened investment appetite, which is why Grab’s fintech unit raised US$300 million (~RM 1.21 billion) in January. Grab is also mulling a US IPO later this year.

Furthermore, any skittishness about the pandemic-stricken economy is quickly counteracted by the massive demand for e-commerce and contactless payment. Unsurprisingly, over half of tech investment in the region went to super-app companies and online retailers – reaching over US$4 billion (~RM16.6 billion) last year.

And you wonder why everyone and their mother talks about super-apps these days. If anything, the pandemic has made them invaluable to our daily lives.

“2020 offered a harsh reason to reassess how technology can be harnessed to maintain vital function of the society,” said Dmitry Levit, a partner at Cento Ventures, told Bloomberg.

(Source: Bloomberg, Cento Ventures.)

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