RUN AND CYCLE THIS MERDEKA ON THE SEPANG FORMULA ONE RACING TRACK AT SUMMERNATS MALAYSIA

RUN AND CYCLE THIS MERDEKA ON THE SEPANG FORMULA ONE RACING TRACK AT SUMMERNATS MALAYSIA

Selangor, 7 August 2014 - Summernats Malaysia, which will be held from 29 to 31 August 2014 at the Sepang International Circuit, is calling on all running and cycling enthusiasts to be part of a rare opportunity to do what they love together on Merdeka Day.

Members of the public will have a chance of participating in an “11.08km Merdeka Run” and the "Biggest Merdeka Summernats Bicycle Gathering" which will be taking place this on 31 August on the Sepang Formula One racing track. The event is aimed at bringing together more than 8,000 participants. The "Biggest Merdeka Summernats Bicycle Gathering" will also enable cyclists to explore the Formula One and MotoGP racing track for two hours.

Participants who register before the closing date of 15 August 2014 for the “Sepang 11.08km Merdeka Run” need only pay a nominal fee of RM30. Finishers will receive a medal and certificate of participation. The "Biggest Merdeka Summernats Bicycle Gathering" meanwhile, will be free for cyclists who register before the closing date of 9 August 2014, and RM50 for those who register later which is also inclusive of a certificate of participation for those who participate in the two-hour event.

Enthusiasts and visitors to Summernats Malaysia are encouraged to also download its mobile application “Summernats Malaysia” on Google Play and Apple App Store which provides convenient information retrieval of the event, ticket purchasing and registration. The application also provides the Summernats Malaysia event schedule, houses a gallery page, the event layout, lists the many attractions available during the weekend and will also serve to remind users to attend the event. 

Modelled after Australia’s biggest automotive event Summer Nationals, Summernats Malaysia is an all in one mega motoring, lifestyle and family event, featuring a wide variety of attractions from a display of muscle, classic cars and hot rods, car modifications to being filled with engaging activities for the entire family. JPM Motorsport, the same organiser who brought you SuperGT from 2011 to 2013, invites the Malaysian public to come celebrate this unique Hari Merdeka event, which includes the opportunity of watching the 12-hour Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race.

“The “Sepang 11.08km Merdeka Run” and the "Biggest Merdeka Summernats Bicycle Gathering" is a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to experience the racing circuit on Merdeka Day, and it will take place just hours after the prestigious annual 12-Hour Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race,” said JPM Motorsport Managing Director T.J. Chin.

In conjunction with Summernats Malaysia, JPM Motorsport is also targeting to register two Malaysia Book of Records milestone for the Biggest Summernats Bike Gathering and the Biggest Summernats Car Gathering.

JPM Motorsport is no stranger to record breaking attempts, having set a Malaysia Book of Records for the largest Supercar Gathering in 2012 with a total of 608 supercars of different models and marques gathered on the Sepang International Circuit. Last year, the company also successfully attracted a total of 2,202 motorcycles in a single convoy to the Malaysian round of the Super GT Series at Sepang International Circuit, an event in which it was also the organiser.

Envisioned to become a regional attraction for the ASEAN automotive market, Summernats Malaysia will serve as a large commercial and marketing platform for car manufacturers, exhibitors of automotive products and accessories to display and promote their products to the general public.

To register for the event, kindly log on to www.summernats.com.my or forward your enquiries to JPM Motorsport at 03-77128762. Participants can also get more information about the two events from http://www.summernats.com.my/sepang_11.08km_run.php#.U7ZOI5SSz9U and http://www.summernats.com.my/biggest_summernats_bicycle_gathering.php#.U7ZOR5SSz9U.

For more information on Summernats Malaysia, visit www.summernats.com.my or for enquiries and to register your participation, call JPM Motorsport at 03-7712 8762.

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The stylish new Suzuki Swift RS zips through Malaysian streets in a blaze of colour

The stylish new Suzuki Swift RS zips through Malaysian streets in a blaze of colour

Selangor, Thursday, 12 June 2014 - Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd (SMA) introduced its sprightly new Swift RS to the Malaysian market today. Sharing the same DNA as its predecessor, the 1.4 Litre Swift RS is a sporty compact that has benefited from a bright splash of colour and technological enhancements.

This new variant of the popular Swift model delivers the same dynamic performance but with even greater flair. The Swift RS features an eye-catching black and red gradient rooftop, side body decal, stylish red lining on the body-kit with an additional back spoiler, LED Day-Running-Light, 16-inch ‘gun metallic’ aluminium-alloy wheels and the RS emblem to complete the look.

 

“In line with Suzuki’s brand philosophy of delivering excitement, the Swift RS brings stand-out style to Malaysian streets and appeals to youthful drivers wishing to reflect their vibrant personality in their car’s appearance,” said Mr. Keiichi Suzuki, Managing Director of Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd.

The interior of the Swift RS is sporty and fresh with black and red leather seats and red stripe side-door trims. This latest variant also features a 2-Din touch-screen audio system with reverse camera, Bluetooth system with microphone, and True Mirroring with Smart phone* (*additional items required).

 “Being such a popular model with the younger Malaysian market, we have customised the Swift to suit the latest trends – with a pop of colour, sporty features and new technology,” added Mr. Keiichi.

This 1.4litre-petrol-engine vehicle has a maximum output of 95PS (70kW)/6,000rpm and maximum torque of 130Nm/4,000rpm. Its standard Swift features are worthy of highlighting too:  LCD display dashboard, telescopic steering wheel, keyless transmitter and push-start system and SRS airbags.

The Swift RS is available with Automatic Transmission at the sensational price of RM 79,388.00 – On The Road (OTR) without insurance for Peninsular Malaysia, RM 85,140.00 for Sarawak and RM85,124.00 for Sabah. The Swift RS comes with 3 years warranty or 100,000km (whichever comes first), with the exception of the RS rooftop sticker, which has a 2-year warranty.

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SUMMERNATS MALAYSIA EXCITEMENT KICKS OFF WITH THREE ROADSHOWS THIS WEEKEND

SUMMERNATS MALAYSIA EXCITEMENT KICKS OFF WITH THREE ROADSHOWS THIS WEEKEND

Selangor, 5 June 2014 - Summernats Malaysia, modelled after Australia’s prestigious Summer Nationals, kicks off its promotional campaign with three roadshows this weekend to introduce enthusiasts and the public to what is envisioned to become Malaysia’s largest automotive event.

Organised by JPM Motorsport, Summernats Malaysia will be held from 29 to 31 August 2014 at the Sepang International Circuit, and is an all-in-one mega automotive, lifestyle and family event, featuring a wide variety of attractions from a display of muscle, classic cars and hot rods, car modifications to a wide variety of engaging activities for the entire family.

This weekend’s roadshows will take place at the Art of Speed Kustom Kulture auto show at Citta Mall in Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya from 7 to 8 June; in conjunction with the Encorp Strand Mall grand opening in Kota Damansara from 6 to 8 June; and at the Auto City Carnival in Juru, Penang from 6 to 8 June.

The next leg of the Summernats Malaysia roadshow will take place at the PJ Lifestyle Carnival from 13-15 June at Menara MBPJ in Petaling Jaya.

The public can take this opportunity to register to participate in an 11.08km fun run to be held around the Sepang International Circuit in conjunction with Summernats Malaysia. Also organised will be a fun ride for cyclists around the Sepang International Circuit which will coincide with the Biggest Summernats Malaysia Bicycle Gathering. Both events are free of charge and enthusiasts need only to register their participation at the roadshow to be entitled to a free cap.

“Summernats Malaysia is a weekend getaway for everyone, catering not only to automotive and motorsports enthusiasts but is planned around a myriad of activities and attractions for the whole family,” JPM Motorsport Managing Director T.J. Chin.

In line with capturing the excitement of Summernats Malaysia, JPM Motorsport is also running a photo contest where shutterbugs and auto enthusiasts stand to win attractive prizes. All you are required to do is “Like” the Summernats Malaysia Facebook page during the roadshow, snap a photo with the cars and bikes on display and share on Facebook.

During the roadshow, members of the public can register their interest to participate in a record-breaking feat to set three new achievements for the Malaysia Book of Records. This will be an attempt to set the records for the Biggest Summernats Malaysia Bike Gathering; Biggest Summernats Malaysia Car gathering; and Biggest Summernats Malaysia Bicycle Gathering.

Visitors to Summernats Malaysia will also have the chance to celebrate Hari Merdeka watching Malaysia’s prestigious 12-hour Merdeka Millennium Endurance race.

Also envisioned to become a regional attraction for the ASEAN automotive market, Summernats Malaysia will serve as a large commercial and marketing platform for car manufacturers, exhibitors of automotive products and accessories to display and promote their products to the general public. It is also a platform for enthusiasts to display their passion on motoring hobbies for public display.

For more information on Summernats Malaysia, visit www.summernats.com.my or for enquiries and to register your participation, call JPM Motorsport at 03-7712 8762.

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SummerNats Malaysia: The largest congregation of classic, custom, hot rods, muscle and super cars and motorcycles

SummerNats Malaysia: The largest congregation of classic, custom, hot rods, muscle and super cars and motorcycles

Malaysia to host the first international show for Australia’s Biggest Auto Event
A four-day auto escapade with diverse proportions

Australia’s biggest automotive event, Summer Nationals or SummerNats, is coming to Malaysia and for motor heads, the hosting of the very first SummerNats Malaysia is going to be the start of a huge annual pilgrimage for custom and collectible car and motorcycle lovers.

Promoted by JPM Motorsport, SummerNats Malaysia will be held at the Sepang International Circuit over four days from 29 August to 1 September 2014. The prestigious event was officially launched by Yang Berhormat Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri bin Tan Sri Abdul Aziz, the Minister of Tourism and Culture Malaysia together with Mr Russell Avis, General Manager of SummerNats Australia, Mr J.P. Chin, Founder of JPM Motorsport and witnessed by Ms. Susan Kahwati, Senior Trade;Investment Commissioner of the Australian Trade Commission in Malaysia; Brunei and Datuk Razlan Razali, Chief Executive Officer of Sepang International Circuit.

“This is the first international debut for SummerNats and it’s going to be big!” said JPM Motorsport Founder, J.P. Chin.

Summer Nationals or SummerNats, has grown into a genuine Australian icon, an annual auto festival that was the brainchild of renowned car enthusiast Chic Henry who kicked off the first event of its kind in 1988. Today, 26 years later, SummerNats is regarded as the biggest event in Australia. It was voted as Australia’s Favorite Event in 2013 and in 2014, attracting a total of 103,437 spectators.

Evolving into what has become an annual pilgrimage for motor heads down under, up to 1,500 of the toughest Australian elite street machines descend on Exhibition Park in Canberra for a three-and-a-half day showdown in front of close to 100,000 spectators fueled by the judging of top street machines, the world’s best burnout battle, precision driving demos, horsepower heroics, and much more.

SummerNats Malaysia sets out to emulate this high octane show in what will also be the SummerNats brand’s first ever foray outside of Australia. SummerNats Malaysia will however, diversify its attraction to welcome the world of custom motorcycles and superbikes, in addition to taking on a more family-oriented weekend for spectators.

“Having an event, not only for the enthusiast, but one which caters to the entire family is something we strongly believe in. We’ve proven this to become a successful formula for three years running when we previously acquired the rights to host the Malaysian round of the Super GT Championship,” said Chin whose company not only promotes motor-racing events but has also successfully a carved a niche for itself in organizing concerts in Malaysia by international K-Pop artistes.

“This marks a new milestone for JPM Motorsport. We see this exciting event, as another step towards realizing our vision and mission which is: to make motorsports accessible to enthusiasts by creating opportunities and proper platforms, and to build an active and dynamic motorsports lifestyle community through various events, and ultimately, and by doing so, becoming a leader through active participation and unique conceptualization of all motorsport related activities.”

As a leading promoter of international and world class events, JPM Motorsport believes Malaysia is an ideal hub for SummerNats given the increasing levels of appreciation and the growing number of enthusiasts as well as serious collectors of classic, custom, hot rods, muscle and super cars. 

Envisioned not only to become Malaysia’s largest automotive event but a regional attraction for the ASEAN automotive market, SummerNats Malaysia will also serve as a large commercial and marketing platform for car manufacturers, exhibitors of automotive products and accessories to display and promote their products to the general public.

There will be hundreds vehicles on display which consists of American and European classic, sports and muscle cars, some of which are collectibles from JPM Motorsport’s very own auto musuem.  This includes legendary classics such as the AC Cobra, the Chevrolet Camaro SS, the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Chevrolet Impala and the all American, the legendary Ford Mustang. Also on display will be thousand custom made two wheelers and exotic super bikes.

The first edition of SummerNats Malaysia will feature 8 of the competition winning cars from Australia being put on display for Malaysian car enthusiasts.

One of the highlights of the event will be the SummerNats Street Machine parade which will involve not only Muscle Cars, Classic Cars, Supercars and Sports cars but also include all genre of motorcycles from choppers and superbikes, to sports bike and even interesting bikes like Vespa participating in a parade within and outside of the Sepang International Circuit. For bikers, JPM Motorsport will be organizing a Malaysia Riding Tour in which the final rendezvous point will be at SummerNats Malaysia.

SummerNats Malaysia will also have ample local flavor, acknowledging homegrown talent by crowning the Best Local Custom Car and Motorcycle. The SummerNats Judging Pavilion will see cars and bikes alike competing against each other in 12 categories, judged by a panel of reputable judges from Australia and Malaysia through partners such as Tom’s Stickers.

SummerNats Malaysia will also feature the best Burnouts involving both cars and motorcycles. Track time will also be provided for super car and sports car owners. The event is also being supported by the presence of a fleet of thoroughbred supercars from the Ferrari Owner’s Club of Malaysia, Porsche Club Malaysia, and the Lamborghini Owner’s Malaysia.

Auto enthusiasts and spectators can also look forward to what is being planned as the biggest car and motorcycle gathering, in an attempt to set an all-new milestone under the Malaysian Book of Records. JPM Motorsport will be out to create another Malaysia book of records entry with the biggest bicycle gathering on Merdeka Day. The target is to have 10,000 cyclists gathered and for those who like, do some fun laps around the Sepang International Circuit.

SummerNats Malaysia will include a motorshow with the aim of housing all reputable car and motorcycle brands during the weekend. And for those who love or intend to customize their cars, there will also be a special zone dedicated to aftermarket products and accessories. Also being staged at SummerNats Malaysia is the UltraRacing Gymkhana for local car enthusiasts.

In addition, SummerNats Malaysia will also feature an infotainment zone. This is a new innovation where the objective is to educate the public everything about automotive, from safety related issues to fun stuff. Activities will include talks by reputable hosts, product demonstrations and crowd engaging competitions.

It will be nothing short of high speed action at SummerNats Malaysia which will also coincide with the running of the annual Sepang 12-Hour Race or previously known as Merdeka Endurance Race. The race will feature many local and international race teams, with world-class drivers piloting equally world class racing machines dicing it out for 12 hours.

In line with making SummerNats Malaysia a truly family event, JPM Motorsport has also lined up activities for ladies and children which includes a bazaar, food festival and special kids zone.

Tickets to SummerNats Malaysia are priced at RM100 for four days, and are available online from the JPM/SummerNats website or via appointed ticketing agents.

For more information about SummerNats Australia and to give visitors an idea of what is in store for Malaysia, visitwww.summernats.com.au and www.summernats.com.my

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Suzuki gets off to a Swift start in 2014 with the extension of its nationwide Suzuki Mega Roadshow

Suzuki gets off to a Swift start in 2014 with the extension of its nationwide Suzuki Mega Roadshow

Fantastic deals on all models with cash rebate offers now up to RM15,000!

Kuala Lumpur, 13 January 2014 – Suzuki Malaysia Automobile (SMA) brought 2013 to a sensational conclusion in December with its inaugural nationwide Suzuki Mega Roadshow. Now, to kick-start the New Year, Suzuki has extended the promotion until 2 March 2014! The roadshow continues with its first stop of the year at Mydin in Kuala Terengganu.

“The 2013 roadshow was a great success and customers really appreciated the opportunity to end the year on a high note – with their new Suzuki! Hence, we’ve decided to extend the promotion with fantastic deals, exciting prizes and enjoyable test drive experiences right through Chinese New Year, until the first weekend of March,” said En. Shahrul Mizan, Head of Sales and Marketing Division for Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd.

Among the models on promotion is the multiple award-winning Swift, which received the Autocar Asean Car of The Year 2013 award, under the Supermini/ Small Sedan category, while the Swift Sport was the clear winner in the Small Sports/ Performance car category.  The Swift is also touted as the “Best Local Assembled Compact Car” by Asian Auto Allianz Industry Awards 2013.

“These awards speak volumes of the popularity of the Swift and the local market’s appreciation of exceptional quality. Through the extension of our roadshow, we’re bringing the best of Suzuki at amazing prices to Malaysians across the country,” added Shahrul.

The Swift is the perfect representation of its name – a stylish and nifty car that swiftly cruises through the streets – perfect for the hustle and bustle of city living.

The promotion offers customers cash rebate amounts of up to RM15,000 (subject to terms and conditions). Buyers of the Swift GL and the Swift GLX, will also get to enjoy the low financing rate of 1.88% per annum from either MayBank or RHB Islamic Bank.

Fans of Suzuki will be able to test drive their dream model at the following locations for the duration of the roadshow:                                            

17 - 19 Jan (Friday-Sunday)

      i.        Mydin Mall, Kuala Terengganu

24 - 26 Jan (Friday-Sunday)

      i.        Delta Mall, Sibu

5 - 7 Feb (Wednesday-Friday)

      i.        KB Mall, Kota Bahru

7 - 9 Feb (Friday-Sunday)

      i.        East Coast Mall, Kuantan

    ii.        AEON Kinta City, Ipoh

13- 15 Feb (Thursday-Saturday)

      i.        Star Parade, Alor Setar

21 - 23 Feb (Friday-Sunday)

      i.        Ujana Kewangan Mall, Labuan

28 Feb - 2 Mar (Friday-Sunday)

      i.        DRB-HICOM Auto Fest 2014 @ EON Head Office Complex, Shah Alam,  Selangor

 

Adding even more reason to visit the Suzuki Mega Roadshow is the promise that the first 500 Suzuki SWIFT customers who register successfully at any of the Suzuki Mega Roadshow venues will stand a chance to participate in the lucky draw. Exciting prizes range from the Grand Prize of an all expenses paid trip two to Japan, a 60” LED TV & Home Theater system, Savings Accounts with ASN/ASB worth RM10,000 and Parkson shopping vouchers valued at RM5,000 (terms and conditions apply).                

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