Honda-NSX Teams Thrives On Wits And Not Just Speed In The 2008 Super-GT Race

The Super GT fever was high at the honda Super GT party held at Barcelona,Sunway Pyramid on the 19 June 2008 in the run up to the 2008 Super GT race .Honda Malaysia brought in all five Honda-NSX Teams to party along with the media,business partners and Honda customers.

The five Honda-NSX Teams are Autobacs Racing Team Aguri who is the 2007 Super GT Series Champion,Real Racing with Leon ,Dome Racing Team,Epson Nakajima and Team Kunimitsu.

In his welcoming speech ,Mr Atsushi Fujimoto,Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd said "Honda has come a long way since their first participation in the Japan GT race in 1997 .They have constantly strived in developing the skills,the teams and the technologies throughout the years. He added Super GT is not just about a battle of speed but a battle of minds.It is rising above the challenge and pushing beyond our limits.He explained further racing and motorsports are deeply rooted in Honda's DNA. It is Honda's Reason to Exist.

At the party,the five Honda-NSX Teams shared their experience, challenges and target goals for Super GT 2008 and challenged some of the media and Honda's customers to a game of remote-controlled cars.

The highlight of the night was the performance by the GT Girls,who entertained the audience with their talented singing and dancing.

World's Leading Mangosteen Beverage,Xango Juice Marks 1st Anniversary In Malaysia

Global nutritionals leader,XanGo LLC has celebrated it's 1st anniversary in Malaysia at KL Tower on the 13 th Friday June 2008.Xango's first anniversary was attended by more than 800 people and Founder/Board Member Mr Gordon Morton ,who was present at the event said Malaysian distributors have a lot celebrate since the XanGo launch one year ago.He cited a 228% growth rate since May 2007 as evidence of the company remarkable success.In addition ,more than 20,000 Malaysians are currently consuming and distributing XanGo's flagship product,Xango Juice outpacing the company's growth projections.During the event, XanGo also introduced it's new one-ounce,single serving packet of XanGo Juice which is marketed under the brand name XanGo Single.Mr Tai Tolman ,General Manager of Southeast Asia said "The XanGo Single meets a growing distributor demand for a convenient,travel-size version of its globally popular XanGo Juice".

Kawasaki Malaysia:Unleashed It's New Ninja 250R & ER-6n Super Bike

Kawasaki Motors Malaysia has unleashed it's two Premium Completely Knock Down (CKD) Superbikes,The Kawasaki-Ninja 250R and the immensely popular Kawasaki ER-6n on 10th June 2008 at Holiday Inn,Shah Alam.The event was officiated by YB Tan Sri Muhyiddin Bin Haji Mohd.Yassin,Minister of International Trade and Industry,YM Raja Dato's Hanipuddin Bin Raja Dato' Nong Chik,Executive Chairman of KMSB,Mr Takeshi Suguwara,Executive Officer Kawasaki Heavy Industries.Ltd. and Mr Jeffrey Lim,the General Manager of KMSB. Top-class supersport styling Kawasaki Ninja 250R is empowered by a 249cm,Liquid-cooled ,DOHC Parallel 4-stroke parallel Twin Engine ( DOHC, 8 valves) with twin Keihin CVK30 carburettors to deliver smooth and step-free riding.The 250R is equipped with 6-speed, return transmission that performs a maximum power of 24kW (33PS) at 11,000rpm and a maximum torque of 22Nm at 9,500rpm . Its suspension features telescopic fork for front smooth handling, while, bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock 37mm and 5-way adjustable preload for rear confidence-inspiring stability.The Ninja 250R brake system which provides impressive stopping power and excellent heat dissipation, is equipped with a single 290mm petal disc, single balanced actuation dual-piston caliper for the front and a single 220mm petal disc, dual-piston caliper for the rear part. Overall, this top class looking lightweight Ninja is loaded with rider friendly features such as low seat height, minimal effort control and comfortable riding position. The Kawasaki - Ninja 250R is retailed at RM 19,889 per unit with a choice of three colors(Lime Green,Ebony and Candy Plasma Blue).Conceived at the exclusively Kawasaki design facility in Akashi,Japan,the premium CKD Kawasaki ER-6n was originally brought into Malaysia two years ago as a CBU sport bike.The immensely popular ER-6n sport model is for those who prefere naked sport with all round performance at an affordable price.Key features of this fun to ride,rider-friendly and great looking bike includes All-new liquid-cooled,DOHC 8-valve 649 cm Parallel Twin engine with fuel injection that pumps out a maximum power of 53kW (72.1 PS) at 8,500rpm and a maximum torque of 66Nm at 7,000rpm.The Drivetrain, is equipped 6-speed return transmission, shift 41 mm telescopic fork for front suspension and offset laydown single-shock with adjustable preload for rear suspension. Its front brake system comprise dual semi-floating 300 mm petal disc,while, the rear brake system is equipped with a single 220 mm petal disc, single-piston caliper.The Premium CKD ER-6n with Completly Brought Up CBU quality and finishing at CKD price is now retailed at RM27,989 per unit.

Kawasaki Malaysia Powers Up Its Production Line With New Power Plant

Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (KMSB) previously known as Kawasaki Sunrock Sdn Bhd has officially launched its new premise at Hicom Glenmarie Industrial Park,Shah Alam on 10th June 2008 in line with its introduction of two new premium completely knock down(CKD) super bikes at Holiday Inn.The launch of the new premise which was themed "A Legend Reborn" was officiated by YB Tan Sri Muhyiddin Bin Haji Mohd.Yassin,Minister of International Trade and Industry ,YM Raja Dato' Executive Chairman of KMSB and Mr Takeshi Sugawara ,Kawasaki Heavy Industries,Ltd.Boasted with 35,000 sq ft in space and a wor,the new premise is equipped with modern facilities and provides excellent After sales service for super bikes customers with inventory spare-parts worth up to RM10 million for CBU and CKD bikes.The production area (CKD plant) is about 15,000 sq ft comprises of two assembly lines,sub-assembly area,final inspection area,the CKD storage and the finished good storage is capbable of producing a total of 1000 units per month with 500 units for bikes below 150cc and 500 units for bikes above 150cc .Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd which is reckoned as the sole importer and distributor of Kawasaki motorcycles,Jet Skis,All Terrain Vehicle (ATV),Mule,Recreation Utility Vehicle (RUV),Power Products,Spare Parts and accessories will focus business direction in premium Superbikes 200cc and beyond with its current workforce of 63 highly trained staffs .

SONY: Walkman New Series A Force To be Reckoned With

Sony Malaysia has unveils the latest Walkman NWZ-A820 AND NWZ-A720 series with the new and enhanced features as well as the cool new Walkman NWD-E020F series in a Walkman is... campaign launch at Berjaya Time Square on the 31 May 2008.These latest additions Sony Walkmans are poised to spice up mobile music lovers who seeks style and functionality for that ultimate music entertaintment on the go.They are designed specifically not only to target young generation and but also the young at heart who are always on the go.The objective of this Sony Walkman is...campaign is to revitalize the Walkman consumer market and at the same time introducing the latest trend and features in mobile entetainment to promote Sony Walkman MP3 players as the perfect companion for people to enjoy their favorites tunes.Mr Naoi Sudo,Managing Director of Sony Malaysia explained, the campaign is also to create platform for Walkman branding,allowing Walkman to express its own unique characteristics through various programmes and activities being organised throughout this campaign.He added,Sony NWZ-A820 Series will allow users to enjoy their wireless music at any place anytime while the NWZ-A720 series enhances the video viewing experience with its large QVGA LCD screen.Both of these latest Walkman will be available in 4GB,8GB and 16GB models with the capability to store up an impressive 62 hours of video or3800 songs and support open audio formats of MP3,non-secure AAC3,security-enhanced Windows Media Audio (WMA).The 2.4-inch QVGA LCD screen (320 x 240 pixels) displays up to 262,144 colours delivering smooth high resolution playback at up to 30 frames per second combined with vibrant and accurate colour reproduction.In addition the new NWZ-A820 series which incorporates Bluetooh wireless technology also allows users to enjoy greater flexibility as videos and images can be viewed in either horizontal or vertical screen mode.Next the Walkman E series was also introudced in the campaign,featuring replaceable Style-up panels that allow users to change the colour of their Walkman to suit their wardrobe or mood.This fashionable gadget is available in 1GB and 2GB Models which can store up to an impressive 1,350 songs or 90 hours worth of music and it comes in five different sets:Pure White and Precious Gold;Luxury Pink and Jewel Pink;Ocean Blue and Forest Green;Urban Black and Shiny Silver;as well as Blazing Redand Indigo Blue.In addition,users can choose from 10 optional Style-up panels to complementtheir varied lifestyles.The campaign also witnessed the popular dance group known as Racken Force being appointed as the group ambassodor for the latest Walkman NWD-E020F series.The campaign was held from 31 May to 1 June with series of programme and activities like cheerleading performances by CHARM,skateboard demonstration,dance performance by Racken Force and other stage activites.For further information kindly log on to http://www.sony.com.my/

Carlsberg's Man of The Match Final Showdown Truly A Once in A Lifetime Experience

Carlsberg-The official sponsor and partner of EURO 2008 has rewarded the grand winner of Carlsberg's Golden Ticket Promotion Final Showdown",Mr Lam Wai Loong with Golden Grand Prize on 30 May 2008 at Genting Highland.The prize comprises of not only an all expanses paid trip to watch the Euro 2008 quarterfinal match live in Switzerland with a partner in a premium seats at the stadium but also to present the "Carlsberg Man Of The Match" trophy right afer the game.Joining the grand prize winner on the all expanses paid trip to watch a live match at Euro 2008 will be three other top participants namely-Mr Wong Kien Min,Mr Tie Sing Hock and Mr Jason Puah where they too will be allowed to bring along with them a partner to Euro 2008 ,Switzerland.The Grand Final Showdown which was held in Genting Highland witnessed 15 Grand Finalists from Carlsberg's Golden Ticket Promotion contest battling it out in 9 various type of outdoor and indoor challenges that tested their nerves,wit,mental and physical prowess.In one of the challenges the finalists were asked to climb up a sheer rock face which tested not only their physical ability but also their mental strength,next the finalists were put up against the fears-factors style challenge which the particpants must put up a gutsy show by holding a huge iquana aloft and taking a picture together with it.On top of that extra points were given to those who dared to plant a kiss on the iquana!In another challenge,the finalists were tested on their football dribbling skills on ice!Wearing thick jackets and snow boots,they had to dribble around cones n the shortest time possible to earn points.During the prize presentation at Safari Disco,Genting Highland,media partners were also in the thick of the action,by pitting their football knowledge against each other.In the hotly contested trivia game,the winning media team was crowned champion and was awarded a trip to Anfield,Liverpool.For more information visit
http://www.carlsberg.com.my/