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Truck Feature: Foton Auman R Euro 5

31 December 2024

In the bustling cities and along the winding highways of Malaysia, Angka-Tan Motor Sdn Bhd (ATM) and Foton have long understood the needs of Malaysia’s thriving logistics and transportation industry…

Up- and Reskilling Driver Trainers in the Police…

07 November 2024

Continuous learning is a pre-requisite of trainers. Police personnel needs to be multitasking and driving trucks is a big part of the job, which must be done with situational awareness. Established…

Ban Soon Huat Transport Trading First in Singapor…

18 October 2024

Scania, in partnership with Wong Fong Engineering, today delivered the first-ever Scania Super lorry crane in Singapore combined with the largest PALFINGER truck-mounted crane, to Ban Soon Huat Trans…

Driving The Switch IeV 3 and IeV 4

02 October 2024

The Switch IeV 3 and IeV 4 make interesting electric light-duty trucks in terms of emissions and TCO. By: Bhushan Mhapralkar TCO is of prime importance to any operator, big and small. It is that…

Angka-Tan Motor Hosts VIP Tour to China

A group of Angka-Tan Motor's clients were given the exclusive chance to visit Foton in China. The state of truck development came to many as a surprise. Angka-Tan Motor crafted this VIP tour of Foto…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Test Drive of CAM Placer…

Our Editor, Stefan Pertz, took a CAM Placer X 2024 Model for a drive to Penang. With plenty of seats, the CAM Placer X offers ample space for tour groups and families. As one can drive it with a ca…

Video Inside: HENGST Filtration at MCVE 2024

Mr Frank Märgner, the Singapore-based Sales Director with Hengst Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, was happy to attend the exhibition to meet up with its existing…

Video Inside: MCVE 2024 Opening Ceremony Drive-in…

The long anticipated sixth instalment of the Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) kicked off on 9th May 2024 at the Mines International Exhibition a…

Video Inside: Asian Trucker Roadshow - Agritechni…

We visit the Agritechinca Asia in Bangkok and find a number of vehicles among the fertiliser, seeds and planters. There are some interesting comparison…

Isuzu Smoother Drive 2024 Program

Isuzu shared that in conjunction with the launch of the new trucks, the company was also organising the Isuzu Smoother Drive 2024 Program from 11 to 29 March. During the…

Interview with Martin Macik - Winner Dakar 2024

24 January 2024

Can you outline the major steps in your career as a pilot of rally trucks? Where and when did you start competing in motorsport and driving a rally truck? It all…

Daimler Truck again Increases Group Unit Sales in…

18 January 2024

Daimler Truck once again increased its unit sales worldwide in 2023 despite supply bottlenecks in important regions. 526,053 trucks and buses have been sold (2022: 520,2…

Autonomous trucks: MAN wins "Truck Innovation Awa…

07 December 2023

MAN Truck & Bus has received the "Truck Innovation Award 2024" from the International Truck of the Year jury. The commercial vehicle manufacturer was honoured for it…

Chinese Truck of the Year Award

07 December 2023

About the international Truck of the Year The International Truck of the Year (IToY) award was initially launched in 1977 by the British journalist and legendary edito…

Automechanika Shanghai 2023 Breaking All-time Rec…

07 December 2023

The 2023 edition of Automechanika Shanghai proved exceedingly dynamic with all domains of the automotive supply chain coming together for marketing, trade, knowledge sha…

Durapower to Electrify AGV Fleet for PSA Tuas Port

28 November 2023

Singaporean Lithium-ion battery manufacturer, Durapower Holdings Pte Ltd (“Durapower”) has successfully commissioned 54 Automated Guided Vehicles (“AGV”), powered by Dur…

23 November 2023

Recently renamed from Tokyo Motor Show to Japan Mobility Show, this event is an annual highlight in the calendar. Asian Trucker visited UD Trucks at their booth and in A…

Featured Job Opportunity: Driver Safety Trainer w…

23 November 2023

The incumbent is responsible for conducting in-depth, high-quality driver training and safety orientation programs for all new hire drivers with truck driving experience…

Johore Transporters Choose Euro V-powered MAN TGS

10 October 2023

Euro V-powered MAN Trucks continue to be the choice of Johor-based transporters for their proven performance and low emission engines that enable businesses to fulfil th…

SNL Logistics is First Customer to Purchase Scani…

04 October 2023

Scania Singapore handed over 10 Scania Super trucks to SNL Logistics, the first customer to purchase the industry-leading Scania Super trucks in Singapore. The company w…

Japan Mobility Show 2023

02 October 2023

The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (Chairman: Akio Toyoda) is pleased to announce the start of ticket sales today, August 30, for admission to Japan Mo…

Fersa Bearings: Brand Chosen by Mercedes-Benz for…

29 September 2023

Fersa Bearings, the Spanish multinational expert in the design and manufacture of bearings and Powertrain solutions for heavy vehicles, has once again been chosen by the…

Oscar Wyckman Is Appointed Country Manager of Sca…

13 September 2023

Scania Singapore appointed Oscar Wyckman as its Country Manager with effect from 1 August 2023. As Country Manager, Oscar is responsible for leading the local team to de…

Built on a Foundation of Trust

05 September 2023

Emerging from the pandemic with record sales, Hino has found an approach that ensured sustainability during a global crisis. Managing Director of Hino Motors Sales (Mala…

Angka-Tan Motor Launches JMC Vigus White Series 4…

04 September 2023

Angka-Tan Motor Sdn Bhd (ATM) introduces the JMC Vigus Pro All-Essential White Series. The latest move by ATM is to address the demands of the ever-increasing competitiv…

Truck Feature: Quester - A Decade of Triumphs and…

UD Trucks celebrates the 10th anniversary of the heavy-duty Quester and reflects proudly upon its journey of innovation and expansion. Quester has aimed to embody the co…

The next generation eCanter debuts in Indonesia…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is pleased to announce the all-electric eCanter truck’s debut in Indonesia at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto…

Hengst Automechanika

During the Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City Asian Trucker met with Hengst at their booth to find out more about the Vietnamese aftermarket. In this exclusive interview w…

Making a Case for Premium Tyres

Black. Round. Vital for trucks: tyres. One of the two biggest cost positions in any transport operation besides fuel, tyres are under constant pressure to perform. Produ…

MANN-FILTER in Original Equipment Quality for Tel…

During use, telescopic handlers are subject to very high loads and therefore require durable and powerful filters with high separation efficiency and a long service life…

First Modern ISUZU Showroom in East Malaysia Offi…

Rhino Motors Sdn Bhd, ISUZU Malaysia’s Kuching-based dealer, has launched its brand-new 3S showroom and service centre located on the strategic Jalan Tun Jugah in Kuchin…

A New MAN Truck Makes a Difference

It is with a lot of anticipation when we finally receive a new asset. Trucks are no different and putting them to the task finally gives the owner a chance to see if the…

MAN Malaysia Showcases Highest ADR-spec Trucks in…

MAN Truck & Bus (M) Sdn Bhd (MAN Malaysia) showcased two units of its MAN TGS Trucks with the highest ADR Class EX/II and EX/III (with certification) specifications…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Spot the Fake - Protect Y…

Industry leading brands joined forces to educate about the potential harm that fake and counterfeit pose to the transport industry. It was an early start to a full day filled with presentations and…

Daimler Truck, Mitsubishi Fuso, Hino and Toyota M…

Daimler Truck Holding AG ("Daimler Truck") Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation ("MFTBC"), Hino Motors Ltd. ("Hino") and Toyota Motor Corporation ("Toyota") today c…

Flexibility is Key for Enotrans – Their HAMMER Si…

A busy cargo hub in East Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu is home to Johnson Dai, Managing Director, Enotrans Sdn Bhd in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Most of their business is machinery…

Diesel of the Year 2023: Scania’s Next Generation…

Powertrain, a European specialist magazine focused on engines in industrial and automotive applications, has awarded the new Scania Next Generation DC13 as the Diesel of…

The FUSO Canter 60th Anniversary Contest

Prizes Worth RM900,000 to be Won in FUSO Canter 60th Anniversary Contest with the Grand Prize of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class C200 presented to First Draw Winner Hap Seng Tr…

CAPAS 2023 Opens this Week, Fuelling a Strong Boo…

The ninth Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and After-market Services (CAPAS) will take place from 18 to 20 May 2023 at the Chengdu Century City New…

China’s Most Powerful Tractor Unit Launched

Chinatrucks.com reports that on May 10, the most powerful tractor unit, SHACMAN X6000 with 840 hp Weichai engine rolled off the production line. This also marks the two…

Enhanced Quon: Safety Innovation that puts People…

UD Trucks today announced its enhanced Quon, equipped with innovative safety features that puts people first. Dependable and safe for all drivers, road users and communi…

Introducing the Truck of the Year Australasia Awa…

PowerTorque magazine from Australia, in association with NZ Trucking from New Zealand are introducing the Truck of the Year Australasia Award for the first time in 2023…

Contract Extended: Knorr-Bremse Remains Official…

Knorr-Bremse, together with Knorr-Bremse TruckServices, Knorr-Bremse’s commercial vehicle aftermarket unit, will continue their joint role as the Hahn racing team’s main…

Daimler Truck launches RIZON

The Daimler Truck group (“Daimler Truck”) announces the launch of a line of electric trucks in the US market under the new brand name RIZON. The RIZON brand and its vehi…

Upcoming Event: Spot the Fake – Protect Your Asse…

Sometimes a deal seems too good to be true when it comes to spare parts, components or wear and tear items. When you fall victim to fake or counterfeit items, your asset…

Heavy Loads no Problem for New igutex TX3 Fibre W…

In applications with loads of more than 80Mpa, plain bearings made of thermoplastic materials can be pushing their limits. igus has expanded the existing range of standa…

Elecrtric Debut: MAN eTruck on Public Roads

The market launch of the new MAN eTruck 2024 is drawing closer: the large-series electric truck for CO2-free road haulage recently proved its full winter suitability in…

Island Joy: A HAMMAR for Penang

As a major tourist destination, production hub featuring a free trade zone, Penang is hungry for raw materials and transport solutions to export goods to all parts of th…

Truck Feature: Homtruck Cabless

Farizon Auto is the new energy commercial vehicle brand under Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fortune Global 500 company…

Tech Talk: Indicating the Health of your Brakes

Local outfit SHINVENGO offers brake wear indication systems that are easily retrofit to your vehicle, offering a convenient way to assess the remaining life span of your…

All-round Protection with MANN-FILTER for the New…

The premium brand MANN-FILTER now offers a comprehensive product portfolio in original equipment quality for the new F-Max truck from Ford. In addition to oil, fuel, and…

Giving Your Trucks AI Eyes

Autonomous Trucking: Daimler Truck subsidiary Torc reaches agreement to acquire Algolux for AI-based self-driving perception. Torc Robotics, an independent subsidiary o…

Scania Recognises CANST as Top Three Transporters…

A special recognition was accorded to Circular Agency and North-South Transport (CANST) for being the third best transport company with marked improvement in reducing CO…

PETRONAS is Joining MCVE again, this time as the…

Joining MCVE again, this time as the “Official Lubricant Partner”, is PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI), the global lubricants manufacturing and marketing arm of P…

This Special Offer will Get You Tracking!

Put your business on speed with a GPS solution that is as flexible and reliable as you are. With the special offer for the CSE Mzone Telematics solution you are on track…

Scania Hands Over First Heavy Haulage Scania R560…

27 February 2023

Scania handed over the first Scania R560A6x4NZ V8 Heavy Haulage XT (XT) in Labuan to Kiong Ngee Engineering Sdn. Bhd. (Kiong Ngee) today. The key to this XT that is safe…

Isuzu D-Max Range Updated for 2023

17 February 2023

The Isuzu D-Max range has received a number of updates for 2023, offering the highly-popular pick-up truck with a timely boost to cement its appeal and strengthen its po…

MGS Group Gets the Honour of being the 1 000th Fi…

07 February 2023

MGS Group of Companies (MGS) gets the honour of being the milestone 1 000th Financial Services contract signed with Scania Credit Malaysia (SCMY) at Scania Malaysia Sena…

Happy Birthday: Canter Celebrates its 60th Annive…

31 January 2023

Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation is pleased to announce that the year 2023 marks the 60th anniversary of the light-duty Canter truck. The first generation Canter entered…

DB Schenker to Use First MAN eTrucks from 2024 On…

26 January 2023

The new electric heavy-duty truck from MAN is already seeing high demand a year before the start of production. The international logistics company DB Schenker and the c…

Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo 2024 - Strong Su…

03 January 2023

The Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Exhibition will be back for its sixth instalment in 2024. Held 9 to 11 May, the event will be hosted again in MIECC (Malaysia Internation…

FUSO's Kawasaki and Nakatsu Plants Shift Electric…

02 January 2023

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) announces that its Kawasaki Plant (Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture) and Nakatsu Plant (Aikawa Town, Aiko County, Kan…

Allianz General Launches Allianz Truck Warrior

10 February 2023

Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Berhad (Allianz General) launched the Allianz Truck Warrior, a new supplemental benefit that provides roadside assistance to…

Tyrexpo Asia 2023 “Sold Out” Three Months Ahead o…

15 December 2022

Asia’s leading B2B tyre trade show, TyreXpo Asia, has announced it is now operating a waitlist for interested exhibitors. The upcoming edition of the event is set to tak…

Giti Tire Debuts in the Chinese Domestic Heavy Tr…

14 December 2022

Equipped with Giti’s new A-Grade Rolling Resistance tires, the first Mercedes Benz heavy truck, Actros, rolled off the production line at Daimler’s Automobile Plant in B…

Pan Pac Introduces Electric Vehicle Leasing to Su…

12 December 2022

Sustainability has become a cornerstone of Singapore's national strategy, with life on the island looking set to be much greener by 2030. The Singapore Green Plan outlin…

Pearl Castle Group Invests in Ten New Actros 6x2…

10 December 2022

Hap Seng Trucks Distribution is proud to announced that Lukut, Port Dickson - based transport company Pearl Castle has invested in ten brand new Mercedes-Benz Actros 6x2…

New, Low Emission MAN Trucks to Sustainably Power…

09 December 2022

FGV Transport Services Sdn Bhd (FTSSB) has added 41 units of the New MAN TGS prime movers with low emission Euro V specification engines to its land transport fleet as i…

Tyrexpo 2023 Offers Hosted Buyer Program

07 December 2022

Tyrexpo Asia Series is returning for its 13th edition of Tyrexpo Asia at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre, Halls A,B,&C Level 1 from 8 to 10 March 2023, where…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: MAN Debuts Innovations at…

01 November 2022

MAN debuted a number of innovations during the recently held IAA in Hannover. In particular, the MAN OptiView is one tool that grabbed our attention. In this video, we…

Video Inside: Industrial and Marine Lubrication A…

29 October 2022

In this Webinar we discuss lubricants and best practices to keep heavy machinery and marine applications operating at peak performance.

Finest Filtration with MANN-FILTER Fuel Filter

19 October 2022

Modern engines with their very high injection pressures are a challenge for commercial vehicle diesel fuel filters. Protecting the complex, diesel-carrying components su…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Test Drive of Volvo's Ele…

18 October 2022

Video inside: Asian Trucker went to Sweden to test drive Volvo's battery-electric heavy duty trucks.

Time for a Tyre Changer

17 October 2022

There are several good reasons why fleets should invest in a tyre changer, insourcing this process. Firstly, with a tyre changer in the own workshop, downtime and waitin…

Convinced: Bumimas adds a Second HAMMAR Sideloader

07 October 2022

Bumimas Food manufacturing Sdn Bhd (Bumimas) trialled their first HAMMAR Sideloader in mid 2020. Since then, the company has been utiliised their first unit heavily and…

What it Takes to Win the IToY Truck Innovation A…

01 October 2022

annual Truck Innovation Award has been launched in 2018 by the International Truck of the Year organisation (IToY) which reflects the ongoing energy-transition taking pl…

DHL Express Pioneers Electrification of Delivery…

28 September 2022

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has today announced the addition of six electric vans in Malaysia. These vehicles will be hittin…

Comprehensive MANN-FILTER Product Range for Light…

27 September 2022

Whether for commercial goods deliveries or trades, for police and rescue operations, or for passenger transport – light commercial vehicles (LCV) are playing an increasi…

Sea Hawk Takes Delivery of First Batch of 10 NTGS…

27 September 2022

Scania delivered the first batch of 10 New Truck Generation (NTG) of 40 units ordered with Repair & Maintenance (R&M) Contract and Scania Financial Services to S…

Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul Receives the “202…

26 September 2022

The Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul wins the “2023 Truck Innovation Award”. The prestigious industry award is presented to particularly innovative trucks by the “Internat…

Sea Hawk Future-proofs Fleet with Euro V Engine-p…

26 September 2022

Sea Hawk Global Lines Sdn Bhd, part of the integrated logistics giant SHAL Group of India, has added 12 units of the New MAN Truck Generation with Euro V engines to its…

Shenzhen to host Automechanika Shanghai 2022

26 September 2022

The 17th edition of Automechanika Shanghai will move to the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center from 20 to 23 December 2022 as a special arrangement. The r…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Get Transforming or Get L…

08 September 2022

Jospun Jaya Becomes the First to Operate a Scania…

Scania Malaysia delivered the first Scania ADR New Truck Generation (NTG) P410 A6x2NA in Sarawak to Jospun Jaya Sdn. Bhd. (Jospun Jaya) at the Scania workshop in Bintulu…

CAPAS 2022 opens tomorrow with targeted services…

Mr James Yu, Deputy General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd, said: “With years of experience in Southwest China’s automotive industry, CAPAS offers comprehe…

The Future Top Team of Scania Services are in the…

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 fi…

UD Trucks Introduces its Upgrades to Quon

At UD Trucks, our mission is to use innovation to be more environmentally conscious while also putting people first,” said Jacques Michel, Senior Vice President, UD Truc…

Keysight’s Battery Test Solution Accelerates Scan…

Keysight Technologies, Inc, a leading technology company that delivers advanced design and validation solutions to help accelerate innovation to connect and secure the w…

Isuzu's Newest Next Generation Giga Heavy Duty Tr…

The recently introduced next generation Isuzu GIGA heavy-duty trucks range, which is the first full model change since Isuzu launched the first generation in 1994 in Jap…

CAPAS 2022 returns in four weeks with a wide rang…

Rooted in the heart of Southwest China, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) has an extensive network within the re…

Scania Delivered the First New Truck Generation X…

Scania delivered the first Scania New Truck Generation (NTG) XT G410A6x4NZ in Johor to MFJ Logistics Sdn. Bhd. (MFJ). This NTG XT comes with Contracted Services and Scan…

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Exporter of FU…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation is pleased to announce that partner company Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. is celebrating 10 years of operation. S…

Worsening Traffic Jams by Banning Trucks

Traffic jam in plaguing many large cities. Recently, the strict enforcement of a ban of heavy goods vehicles into Kuala Lumpur was announced. Which will create even wors…

New Safety System to Protect Cyclists and Pedestr…

In busy traffic situations, it is difficult for even the most experienced driver to perceive everything around the truck. To prevent stressful situations for the driver…

UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge’s Search for Malay…

UD Trucks and its sole distribution partner in Malaysia, Tan Chong Industrial Equipment Sdn Bhd (TCIE), have recently kick-off the annual UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge…

Association of Malaysian Hauliers Hosts Raya Gath…

Celebrating the industry, the Association of Malaysian Hauliers hosted a Raya gathering from its members. After two years of not being able to celebrate Hari Raya Aidi…

Kuehne+Nagel Paves the Way for Sustainable Delive…

One of Thailand’s leading supermarket retailers, Lotus’s, has partnered with logistics provider Kuehne+Nagel Thailand to become the first supermarket retailer in the cou…

Emerson’s GO Real-time 4G/5G Tracker Selected as…

Emerson announced today that the new GO real-time 4G/5G tracker was selected as one of the Top Innovative Products of 2022 at the THAIFEX Anu…

CJ Century Drives Forward with 13 Scania New Truc…

Scania completed delivery of the first 13 units of Scania New Truck Generation (NTG) to CJ Century Logistics Holdings Berhad (CJ Century). These units were subscribed to…

Swift Haulage Berhad Expands Prime Mover Fleet in…

SWIFT HAULAGE BERHAD Swift Haulage Berhad (“Swift”), Malaysia’s largest haulier and leading integrated logistics service provider took delivery of ten Volvo FM440 prime…

FOTON Got First RCEP Certificate of Origin to Mal…

Daisy from Chinatrucks reports: Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world's largest tårade deal, came into effect in Malaysia from March 18. On the s…

Scania Launches Battery Electric Trucks in Singap…

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 i…

Statements from the Association of Malaysian Haul…

The Malaysian Government has recently announced the new minimum wages to be raised to RM1,500.00. Following is the response by the Association of Malaysian Hauliers: "…

New OKO Tyre Sealant Product Launch at the MCVE

OKO Malaysia uses the ‘MCVE ‘for the Malaysian Launch of the mobile fitting service for OKO’s outstanding tyre sealant for motorbikes. With good reason, as many drivers…

Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research Appoi…

The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Dr. Wong Shaw Voon as the new Chairman of the MIROS Board of…

Tyre Trial to Prove Safety and Performance

27 January 2022

To prove the durability, performance and safety of retreaded tyres, transporters, Malaysian retreaders and rubber compounders partner up to put some misconceptions to re…

DCVT Jointly Delivering Fleet of Mercedes-Benz Ac…

Daimler Commercial Vehicles (Thailand) Ltd (DCVT) jointly delivered Actros 2644 LS DNA trucks to Samseau Transport Co., Ltd. in Tak province as part of a fleet that will…

DCVT Reveals Dynamic 2022 Business Strategy for T…

26 January 2022

Daimler Commercial Vehicles (Thailand) Ltd (DCVT) has unveiled a dynamic 2022 business strategy for Thailand focusing on FUSO as well as Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus back…

FUSO Launches the New Euro VI-compliant Lineup fo…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation is pleased to announce the official launch of the new Euro VI-compatible lineup of light-, medium- and hea…

ZF Launches New “Commercial Vehicle Solutions” Di…

17 January 2022

On January 13th, ZF announced the successful start of its new “Commercial Vehicle Solutions” (CVS) division with effect from January 1, 2022. The new division combines Z…

Daihatsu Malaysia Embarks on Flood Relief Program…

23 December 2021

In an effort to ease the burden of those severely affected by the unfortunate recent flood, Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (DMSB) embarks on a special flood relief progra…

Scania to Recognise "A Good Driver"

16 December 2021

Scania’s Ecolution customers’ drivers are now getting the recognition that they deserve through the launch of the annual ’A Good Driver’ Truck & Bus Competition (AGD…

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur Defers until 2023

13 December 2021

Throughout the year, Messe Frankfurt, the organiser of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, has closely monitored Malaysia’s COVID-19 situation and the viability of domestic and…

Daimler CV Spin-Off

09 December 2021

In our exclusive interview, Chief Executive Officer, Daimler Commercial Vehicles South East Asia Pte. Ltd (DCVSEA), Harald Schmid shares what the spin-off means for our…

Video Inside - Asian Trucker Roadshow: New MAN Tr…

30 November 2021

MAN Truck & Bus (M) Sdn Bhd has launched the New MAN Truck Generation, a completely new range of heavy-duty trucks in Malaysia that is oriented towards the changing requi…

Split of Daimler into Two Independent Companies…

29 November 2021

Due to the split of Daimler into two independent companies on 1 December, Daimler Truck transferred the first batch of historical Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles and p…

Start of Series Production New Generation DAF

21 November 2021

DAF is the first truck manufacturer to introduce to the market a completely new generation of trucks that has been developed in line with the new European regulations fo…

Effectively Electrified Thanks to eWorX

20 November 2021

When it comes to the electrification of commercial vehicles, the focus will not be solely on the powertrain. In this segment, around fifty percent of vehicles are additi…

Mitsubishi Fuso Launches the Shogun 510 in Austra…

10 November 2021

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), is pleased to announce a new addition to the heavy-duty Shogun line-up in Australia, the Shogun 510. The new Shogun mo…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Reporting from NUFAM

27 October 2021

NUFAM is a leading trade fair of the commercial vehicle sector attracting visitors from Germany and the neighbouring European countries. Compact and yet comprehensive…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Make the Connection with…

17 October 2021

The search for improved efficiency, better use of available capacity and the quest for a unifying system has inspired Link Effect Sdn Bhd to create a smart platform, custom-b…

Scania sets Economy Mode as Default from 2021

05 October 2021

The Economy Mode is now a pre-set default for all new Scania trucks and coaches with Opticruise starting from 2021. This is to ensure that our customers enjoy the best f…

UD Trucks Kicks off Global Launch of New Euro V T…

02 October 2021

UD Trucks today unveiled a new Euro V range for the well-established Quester (heavy-duty) and Croner (medium-duty) trucks. The upgrade also boasts enhanced features that…

Hino to Evaluate and Test Meritor’s Blue Horizon…

08 September 2021

Meritor announced that Hino will be evaluating and testing Meritor’s ePowertrain for its development path to zero emissions vehicles (ZEV)…

A Positive Mind Starts from You - Minda Positif B…

07 September 2021

Our commercial vehicle drivers are under a lot of stress at the best of times. The pandemic has added another layer of worries for them. Mental health is a vital aspect…

Kechara Soup Kitchen's Volvo Rolls Out!

01 September 2021

Earlier this week, this truck was handed over to the Kechara Soup Kitchen. The donated Volvo Truck was custom-build for Kechara Soup Kitchen to allow this charity to dri…

Association of Malaysian Hauliers to Protest Agai…

The Association of Malaysian Hauliers to Protest Against DGC Price Increase has announced that members are to protest against a price increase for depot services. The pr…

Video Inside: Signing Ceremony For Volvo Trucks'…

Volvo Trucks has agreed to acquire JMC Heavy Duty Vehicle, a subsidiary of Jiangling Motors, which includes a manufacturing site in Taiyuan, Shanxi province, China, for…

Hap Seng Trucks' Actros Mileage Millionaire Conte…

Since its debut at the IAA Hannover 1996, the Mercedes-Benz Actros has been recognised as a reliable business asset for day-to-day, long distance haulage work. Awarded t…

LinkHaul: Where Freight Forwarders and Hauliers M…

The search for improved efficiency, better use of available capacity and the quest for a unifying system has inspired Link Effect Sdn Bhd to create a smart platform, cus…

Video Inside: Lubricants, Fuels and Fluids

Eric Holthusen and Stefan Pertz explore the best practices in the trucking industry: maintaining truck engine durability, the role of lubricants, fuel efficiency and imp…

Tyrexpo Asia 2021 goes Hybrid

The Tyrexpo Asia team has been working closely with the local authorities in complying with safety management measures, and the show still remains to be on track. Tyrexp…

DCVT Highlights New FUSO 2021 Product Enhancement…

Daimler Commercial Vehicles Thailand (DCVT) is pleased to announce FUSO 2021 product line-up enhancements in both the Medium-duty truck (MDT) and Heavy-duty truck (HDT)…

What are Repair Kits and Why do you Need them?

Are you looking to speed up repairs and boost your quality of your work? Then you need to ensure you have the right tools at your disposal says WABCO. To support your d…

The Global Tyre & Rubber Conference (GTRC) and Ve…

The GTRC will be held on June 09 and 10, 2022, while VDC will take place on June 08, 2022. Both events have been postponed due to uncertainties and travel restrictions i…

IVECO Celebrates the 600,000th Eurocargo Built at…

IVECO celebrates the 600,000th Eurocargo produced at the Brescia plant, an iconic production site for the brand that has played a key role in every generation of this ve…

New Hyster UT Series 4-5t Forklifts Target Driver…

A new range of the Hyster® UT Series is being introduced to Australasia and the Asia-Pacific, to provide enhanced driver comfort and a low total cost of ownership for th…

Legendary FUSO FN2527 Truck Returns with new 10-g…

Daimler Commercial Vehicles Thailand (DCVT) is pleased to announce the return of FUSO's legendary FN2527 truck, known for its outstanding performance over the most diffi…

New igus heavy-duty rol e-chain for maximum servi…

igus develops P4HD rol e-chain with wear-resistant materials, quickly replaceable side parts and smart monitoring The new generations of cranes demand increasingly more…

Up Next: Truckzilla Causing a Transportation Chaos

I am in no position to debate the efficacy of lockdowns as a means to fight a pandemic. I will be content to say that there currently is a lockdown and that it is the me…

ความร่วมมือระหว่าง Shell และ Ezyhaul

คุณ Zain Hak ผู้จัดการทั่วไปของ Shell Fleet Solutions Asia : รบกวนอธิบาย ความร่วมมือระหว่าง Shell และ Ezyhaul ว่ามีความสอดคล้องกับกลยุทธ์ทางธุรกิจของ Shell อย่างไร ควา…

GAUSSIN Presents the World's First 100 Percent Hy…

GAUSSIN presents the world's first "skateboard" for class 8 tractor and straight trucks, ranging from 18t to 44t – either hydrogen or all-electric - for long haul and sh…

Leading Brands at Automechanika Shanghai 2021 Hin…

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 i…

Hyva Deploys Disinfection Vehicle

Preventive measures are a must to control the rapid spread of the Covid-19 virus. Hence, Hyva released a Disinfection Vehicle (DV). Early in July, the Covid cases increa…

Best Practices on Truck Maintenance: Lubricants…

Join us for a webinar that deals with practical tips around lubricants, fuel and fluids in and around your commercial vehicle. It is a free of charge event, but we encou…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Van-Tastic New Gran Max T…

Recently launched, the new Gran Max with Euro IV engine is set to build upon the reputation the vehicle has garnered already. Stefan Pertz took two versions of the iconi…

Volvo Group and Isuzu Motors Complete UD Trucks T…

The Volvo Group and Isuzu Motors today completed the transaction whereby Isuzu Motors acquired UD Trucks from the Volvo Group for an enterprise value of JPY 243 billion…

Fuel Theft is Unlikely to go away any Time Soon!

Costing transporters their profits, this practice continues to burden the industry. However, there is a stopper for this malpractice that prevents this from happening…

Finally – Asian Trucker Launches Their Own Truck…

Having been in and around trucks for over a decade and listening to the needs and wants of operators, Asian Trucker has taken the next step and developed an own range of…

Scania Introduces First Commercial Electric Truck…

21 September 2020

This week, ,Scania commercially launches its range of electric trucks, a milestone in its aim to be leading in the transition to a sustainable transport system. The high…

MAN - Tips for When Your Vehicle Stands for a Whi…

Tip 3 - Drain compressed air reservoir Dry the area on the water drain valve 1 and pressed the drain valve 1 from the side using a suitable tool. *only air should emerg…

ZF Takes the Fast Lane to Mobilize Commercial Veh…

02 November 2020

ZF is poised to be the leading technology partner to the commercial vehicle industry with the addition of WABCO’s capabilities. The company is playing a pivotal role in…

Weststar Maxus Added to Asian Trucker’s Service N…

We have now added Weststar Maxus to our service network map on the website. Locations include Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Pen…

Volvo Trucks Sees Increased Interest in Gas as an…

28 September 2020

Hauliers and transport buyers are increasingly interested in reducing their CO2 emissions and costs through the use of refrigerated liquefied gas as a fuel. For this rea…

Volvo Trucks Completes Delivery of 50 Units of FM…

25 February 2020

Continuing from its historic sales performance result last year, Volvo Trucks has recently delivered 10 units of Volvo FM440 truck to Multimodal Freight Sdn Bhd (Multimo…

Volvo Group and Isuzu Motors Sign Final Agreement…

30 October 2020

The Volvo Group and Isuzu Motors will establish a Joint Alliance Office, with facilities both in Japan and Sweden, which will be overseen by an Alliance Board comprising…

Volvo FH with I-Save becomes even More Efficient

The Volvo FH with I-Save is now being launched in an even more fuel-efficient version that can cut fuel costs by up to ten percent. This marks a significant improvement…

Volvo and Daimler Sign JV to Produce Hydrogen Fue…

Sharing the Green Deal vision of sustainable transport and a carbon neutral Europe by 2050, two leading companies in the commercial vehicle industry, Daimler Truck AG an…

Valvoline Introduces BioDiesel Compatible Engine…

With the world’s automotive industry going through a rapid transformation with tightening emission norms across the world, even the type of fuel required is changing rap…

UD Trucks Singapore Crowns Local Champion

20 February 2020

UD Trucks Singapore recently announced the winner of the 3rd Extra Mile Challenge. Tay Kay Poo of NSL OilChem Waste Management Pte Ltd emerged as the winner after many c…

Tyrexpo Asia 2021 Attracting Ongoing Exhibitor In…

With the worldwide pandemic and businesses actively looking for a platform for recovery, Tyrexpo Asia 2021 is due to open in almost seven months’ time next March 2021 an…

TuSimple and ZF Sign Powerful Partnership for Aut…

TuSimple is focused on the development of self-driving Class 8 commercial trucks and through the collaboration will be able to realize that with one of the largest Tier…

Truckers Tackle Trash

Truck Feature: The New Volvo FMX

Volvo Trucks has launched its all new Volvo FMX with an entirely new cab, increased payloads and innovative safety features. With increased front axle loads of up to 20…

TIR Helps Open up India-Iran-Afghanistan Intermod…

TIR Facilitates Seamless, Intermodal Transport Thanks to TIR and its IT tools, the risk management procedures were completed ahead of the journey. As a result, the conta…

Thought Leaders: Gyration Ignition

In an exclusive interview with Asian Trucker, Michael Hutt, Group Marketing Manager Kit Loong Commercial Tyre Group tells us more about the ins and outs of the recently…

The Truth about Retreads

In February, Alwyn Lau of the Malay Mail wrote an article, titled: “Malaysia’s ignored hazard: Trucks with bad tyres”. Michael Hutt, Group Marketing Manager, Kit Loong C…

The Pay Off for Protecting Our Drivers

26 November 2020

Stefan Pertz makes the case that the costs to improve the health and safety for truck drivers would mean a positive return for fleet owners. We spend a lot of time at wo…

The MCO Weight Loss Challenge by Hino Motors Sale…

With the objective to encourage Hino Malaysia staff to practice a healthy lifestyle during the Movement Control Order (MCO), where all Malaysian are advised to stay and…

The Lion Now Roars in Port Klang

Back in February 2020, Mr. Thilo Halter, Head of Area, MAN Asia Pacific told Asian Trucker that “We need to be close to our customers and a workshop here in Port Klang…

The Green Van by Daihatsu – Instant Industry Icon

Every organisation needs a vehicle to convey their message. In the case of this NGO, the Daihatsu Gran Max has quickly become more than a mere tool, but an icon for wh…

Thammasat School of Engineering Prepares Students…

Thammasat School of Engineering (TSE), located in the Khlong Luang District in Thailand, has introduced its new AUTO-TU courses to better equip the engineering students…

Technology Focus: Hino Connect

10 October 2020

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HMSM) reckons that the success of a logistics business depends on a constant, consistent, and reliable fleet management solution…

Strong Industry Support as Automechanika Ho Chi M…

To safeguard both public health and business development throughout the automotive industry in the midst of the global COVID-19 outbreak, organisers of Automechanika Ho…

Singapore Opts for Cleaner Air

The country-state is rolling out a new scheme aimed at promoting cleaner and newer commercial vehicles starting April next year. The Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme…

Sign up for our E-Newsletter and Stand a Chance t…

14 October 2020

Being up to date is important for any fleet manager or operator. With the Asian Trucker E-Newsletter you get the latest updates directly into your inbox. By signing up…

Showing Support in Online Games

A friend of Asian Trucker, Mohd Akmal Arbaain, enjoys gaming in his free time. Online games simulating transportation business are his favorite. Competing on an internat…

Shell Rimula Sponsors Face Masks for Truckers

In order to support and protect our truckers, Shell Rimula has secured and sponsored 20 000 facemasks. These were to be given to truckers that are still running to keep…

Shacman Trucks Adopt Innoviz Software for Chinese…

24 February 2020

On 12 February, Shaanxi Heavy Duty Automobile Co. (or Shacman Trucks) signed an agreement to collaboration with Innoviz Technologies Ltd. for its LIDAR sensors and perce…

Scania New Generation Truck Rigid Type Carries Cu…

Scania Malaysia delivered the Scania New Truck Generation P410B8x4NZ rigid type to Curio Pack Sdn Bhd (Curio Pack), an Integrated Logistics Solution Company that was inc…

Scania Malaysia Celebrates its First 50 Years of…

02 December 2020

Scania celebrates the First 50 Years in Malaysia in 2021 and has seen many firsts in the country and in the heavy commercial vehicle industry. “I would like to take this…

Scania Ecolution and Partners Successfully Reduce…

25 November 2020

Scania Ecolution together with Scania customers have achieved a total reduction of 681 000 kg of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) so far. This is equivalent to an approximate planti…

Scania Deploys Human Oriented Approach on Managin…

15 February 2020

Representatives from Scania Malaysia who brought Asian Trucker’s staff for the walk-through include Mr Bala Subramanian, Workshop Manager (Production, Engineering and Lo…

Safety First for Trucks Operated by Chemtrax

Chemtrax Sdn Bhd takes delivery of five units of Volvo trucks for the transportation of hazardous goods. Volvo Trucks announced recently that one of its customers, Jo…

Relocation Notice: Bridgestone Singapore

18 February 2020

As of Friday, 21st of February, all of Bridgestone Asia Pacific Pte Ltd's operation will have shifted to 83 Clemenceau Avenue #08-01/08 UE Square Singapore 239920 The…

PULSE: All is Not Rosy for the Logistics Sector D…

Mr Apparao Ramachandran, president of PULSE, offered the following statement to address issues arising in the transport industry following the extended Movement Control…

Practice makes Truckers Perfect

In-house or external: training truck drivers is a crucial part of running a successful transport operation. Some truckers may claim that they have years of experience…

Parts Specialists - Best Support for Workshop Pro…

"Best Support for Workshop Professionals" - Under this motto, the Parts Specialists from Diesel Technic provide all employees of a workshop or fleet with advice by givin…

NITTSU Transport Becomes Scania Malaysia’s First…

15 September 2020

Five brand new Scania trucks were part of the backdrop for the signing of the Ecolution agreement between Scania Malaysia and NITTSU Transport. Held on 9 September, the…

New year, New Decade, New Industry?

Not only have we just started a new year, but also a new decade. Many reflect on what happened over the past 10 years, but I would like to takeout my crystal ball and “p…

New FUSO 3S Centre Opens in Johor

Sagito Motor (M) Sdn Bhd (hereinafter referred to as Sagito Motor) opened the doors to its new FUSO 3S Centre in a grand opening ceremony on 26th February 2020. The stat…

New Actros Launched in Malaysia

Hap Seng Trucks Distribution Sdn. Bhd. (HSTD), the general distributor of Daimler Trucks in Malaysia, officially launched the multi-award-winning truck: the new Actros…

Mitsubishi Fuso to Begin Series Production of Fue…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC; headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture; President and CEO Hartmut Schick) announces the launch of the new Can…

Messe Frankfurt Defers Two of its Trade Fairs in…

As a result of flight restrictions impeding business travel to Vietnam, Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd has announced the postponement of two of its trade fai…

MANN+HUMMEL Implements Global Activities and Tran…

Leadership in Filtration for Almost 80 years Historically, MANN+HUMMEL has been known for its leading filtration solutions for automotive, heavy duty and industrial seg…

MAN Defines The New Generation of Trucks

After five years of intense development, a total of 12 million hours of passionate work by the 2100 people directly involved in the project, the pride of more than 36000…

MAN - More Tips for When Your Vehicle Stands for…

Tip 1 - Battery maintenance If your vehicle is at a standstill for longer than two days, the main battery switch must be opened. For vehicle parking longer than 1 week…

Linglong Plans to Build Fifth Plant in China

Linglong announced plans to invest USD 700 million in the new plant which would be able to produce 12 million passenger car tyres, two million truck and bus radial tyres…

Lauren Downs Becomes New Vice President of Sales…

Having served as General Manager of Volvo Bus Australia (VBA) for two years, Downs is to assume the new role following Mark Strambi’s retirement. In conjunction with the…

KEJARA Revamp Set To Reshape Road Safety

Datuk Suret Singh is asking: Will a refreshed driver demerit system reduce road traffic deaths and injuries, especially of recalcitrant drivers and r…

Job Opportunity at Taipanco Sdn Bhd

23 October 2020

Taipanco Sdn Bhd was incorporated on 22nd day of May 2003 and started operation in March 2004. The Company is involved in container haulage and its main core business ac…

IVECO S-Way NP 460 wins Sustainable Truck of the…

04 November 2020

The IVECO S-Way NP 460 in LNG version was crowned Sustainable Truck of the Year 2021 in the Tractor category. The award, now in its fifth edition, was created by Italian…

IVECO Ensures Service and Maintenance of its Vehi…

The world of transport cannot stop and neither can the IVECO Service Network, in order to guarantee the necessary supply of goods. To support transport professionals in…

Isuzu PH achieves 300,000-unit sales milestone

14 October 2020

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) announced on September 1 that the company was able to achieve its 300,000-unit sales milestone within its August selling month. One…

Isuzu ELF Truck Tasked to Carry Medical Aid by Ch…

From the photos by the China Embassy, the medical aids were carried by an Isuzu ELF truck NPR Pro truck with license plate WB4352P. At the back of the truck curtainsider…

Invitation to Superpowers of Steel

03 February 2020

Introducing Hardox Wearplate and Strenx Performance Steel: Hardox cuts down on weight and extends the service life of steel structures in comparison with regular steel…

Inceptio Technology, G7 and ENN to Build LNG Heav…

Inceptio Technology, the IoT platform G7, and the LNG giant ENN Energy Trading Co.,Ltd. ("ENN") recently signed a strategic cooperation agreement to expand their capabil…

Improved Service Locator Live

04 October 2020

Asian Trucker announces the re-launch of the Service Locator Map. It now comes with additional functionality and improved user interface. The comprehensive locator shows…

HYVA Offers Scissor Lifts

03 November 2020

While the brand is famous for their front end telescopic cylinders, Hyva has reacted to market demands and added underbody scissor lifts to their portfolio. Already put…

Hydrogen-Powered Hyundai Trucks Soon to Roam the…

Powered by hydrogen, the Hyundai H2 Xcient trucks will be hitting the roads of Switzerland as a means for the Seoul-based multinational automotive manufacturer to set up…

Hengst Filtration Starts with Production of Face…

After Easter Hengst will produce up to 10 000 face masks per day. “The first 25 000 masks will be donated to nurses and healthcare personnel,” says Jens Röttgering (pict…

Hengst Filtration Acquires the Hydraulic Filtrati…

Hengst is about to acquire the hydraulic filtration business of Bosch Rexroth AG. This includes the site in Ketsch (Baden-Württemberg, Germany) with approximately 190 em…

Grab Haulier: Connection between Freight and Tran…

30 November 2020

There are many ways to bring a willing buyer and a willing seller together. In the case of haulage, there is always someone looking for a counterpart and here again, tec…

Get Them All: Access our Magazines without Regist…

We have decided to make the access to our magazines easier. All PDFs and bonus material can now be accessed without registration: The entire library of the Malaysia edi…

Geodies Eyes Southeast Asian Network

07 February 2020

Rene Bach-Larsen, ASEAN Sub-regional Managing Director said: “As the region’s road infrastructure continues to improve beyond the Singapore-KL-Bangkok route, scheduled r…

FUSO Distributor in Indonesia Begins Online Vehic…

06 October 2020

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC; headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture; President and CEO Hartmut Schick), announces the start of online vehi…

First ELF Truck Handover for New Isuzu Malaysia A…

Truck Venture Sdn Bhd, a new Isuzu Malaysia authorised dealer, has successfully made its first handover recently. An official handover ceremony was held at their showroo…

DCVT Reveals New Dealership Opportunities in Sele…

03 October 2020

Daimler Commercial Vehicles Thailand Ltd. (DCVT), an official distributor of FUSO trucks and Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles, announces select opportunities for intere…

Daimler Trucks World Premiere of Mercedes-Benz Fu…

17 September 2020

Daimler Trucks presented its technology strategy for the electrification of its vehicles, ranging from urban distribution to international long-haul transport, thus reaf…

Daimler is Committed to Combating Child Labour

15 September 2020

Daimler gets on board with education projects in India and the Congo to combat child labour and improve living conditions. Daimler AG is taking important steps to ensur…

Daimler Group Indonesia Announces New Entity

28 February 2020

Daimler Group Indonesia expands its organization by introducing a new business entity, PT Daimler Commercial Vehicle Manufacturing Indonesia (DCVMI), as a result of the…

C2A Security Adds an Additional Security Control…

20 February 2020

BYD and Hino to Focus on Commercial Battery-Elect…

BYD Company Ltd. (hereafter known as BYD) and Hino Motors, Ltd. (hereafter known as Hino) have signed a strategic business alliance agreement to collaborate in commercia…

BharatBenz Trucks Now Equipped with Truckonnect

17 February 2020

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2021 Steps Into a…

04 November 2020

In recent years, Vietnam’s automotive industry has grown at an average annual rate of 20 to 30 percent. The improvement to corporate governance, foreign trade and invest…

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2020 Introduces a…

28 January 2020

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Valvoline Ready for B20

New fuels require adaptation of lubricants. Valvoline has launched a new range of B20-ready products to better support the use of Biodiesel. The brand is also offering a…

Asian Trucker Roadshow: Mpire Live Update

Video inside: New fuels require adaptation of lubricants. Valvoline has launched a new range of B20-ready products to better support the use of Biodiesel. The brand is a…

Asian Trucker Media Still Connecting Businesses

Aimtrans Scopes Market Recovery with New HAMMAR S…

17 November 2020

AIMTRANS LOGISTICS (M) SDN. BHD. (“AIMTRANS”) , having to leverage its logistic distribution expertise in response to the unprecedented spread of COVID 19, aimed and too…

A Message from Members of Our Asian Trucker Drive…

Nakhoda Transport Bets on Reliability with their…

04 December 2020

What started in the early 70s as a customs clearance agent has since grown into a business that offers a comprehensive service. Coming to their aid are two new MAN TGS t…

Is Blue.care⁺ an effective aid in reducing the ri…

11 December 2020

It should also be noted that the fan used in the Blue.care⁺ operates at only about 2/3 of its air exchange capacity in nominal operation. This design keeps the noise lev…

Aumark S Light Duty Super Truck Launch

18 December 2020

“Simply Number One”: MAN TGX, Truck of the Year 2…

04 December 2020

The new MAN TGX is the “International Truck of the Year 2021” (ITOY). The ITOY Award is one of the most prestigious awards in the commercial vehicle market. In a virtual…

H2Accelerate – New Collaboration for Zero Emissio…

17 December 2020

IVECO, Daimler Truck AG, OMV, Shell and the Volvo Group today committed to work together to help create the conditions for the mass-market roll-out of hydrogen trucks in…

Mitsubishi Fuso Launches the First Light-duty Eur…

23 December 2020

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC; headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture; President and CEO Hartmut Schick) announces the launch of the new Can…

Shell Malaysia Wins the Prince Michael Internatio…

29 December 2020

Shell Malaysia’s road safety programme for tertiary students, #ShellSelamatSampai Varsity Challenge, which empowers youth to critically think and use science, technology…

Greater Health and Traffic Safety: Well Equipped…

09 December 2020

After the warm season with its high pollen levels, now is the time to change the cabin air filter. However, this is something vehicle fleet operators and drivers often o…

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur defers to 2022

09 December 2020

With COVID-19 cases still being recorded in Malaysia, the organisers of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur defer the upcoming edition of the show initially planned for March 202…

Automechanika Shanghai 2020 Unites International…

16 November 2020

All Sectors Must Engage to Meet Asia Pacific's Ro…

Road safety is a growing public health concern in Asia and the Pacific that kills more than one person a minute—a challenge that requires the engagement of all sectors o…

Brembo Donates 1 Million Euros to Research in the…

Siphonblock AFT Product News

Siphonblock AFT, Malaysia’s leading Anti siphon device manufacturer for Heavy Trucks, Construction and Agricultural Machinery is keeping up with some changes to the Mala…

New Volvo FH with I-Save Cuts Fuel Costs by up to…

In order to provide leading fuel efficiency to its customers, Volvo Trucks is introducing Volvo FH with I-Save. By combining the new D13TC engine with updated fuel-savin…

Hino Total Support Customer Centre (HTSCC) Reache…

On top of accelerating its momentum in developing high-quality products as well as monitoring the statistics of product sales, Hino also believes in providing support, a…

New Zones at Automechanika Kuala Lumpur

Placed at the centre of the ASEAN region, Malaysia is recognised as an ideal country for digital investment. Reports from The World Bank Group suggest that the digital econom…

Automechanika's Truck Zone Shines a Light on the…

Another zone making its debut at the Automechanika is the highly anticipated Truck zone. The area will spotlight a number of trends that have sparked a rapid growth phase for…

Barcelona is this Year's Shell Rimula Ultimate St…

Shell Rimula, the “engine oil that works as hard as you”, is rewarding loyal customers who are passionate about what they do by taking them to ultimate stopover destinat…

Camel Power Arrives in Malaysia

Camel Power Malaysia launched in conjunction with Automechanika Kuala Lumpur 2019. The company manufactures and distributes automotive batteries to a full range of vehic…

What is Biodiesel?

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur 2019 took place from the 21st to 23rd March at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre located beside the iconic Twin Towers. At the show, a Fleet…

Scania Malaysia Strengthens Presence with Record…

Scania Malaysia sold 393 trucks in 2018, making it a record year for the 128-year-old Swedish heavy commercial vehicle company since it began its operations in Malaysia…

Hino Tops Trucks and Buses Market in Indonesia

Based on Indonesian Automotive Industry Association (Gaikindo)'s retail sales data for March 2019, Hino's trucks and buses sales were on top in the country with 3 038 un…

Truck it - Truck Based Advertising Platform

Truck it’ is a conventional digital age platform that utilizes developing technology to both realize and capitalize on untapped prospects in the traditional advertising…

transport logistic 2019: Kamag presents two versi…

Logistics makes it happen" is the name of the game when the world's leading trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT and supply chain management opens its doors in Munich on 4t…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corp. launches model…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC; headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture; President and CEO Hartmut Schick), announces the model year 2019 Cant…

Hap Seng Commercial Vehicle Golf Tournament

Hap Seng Commercial Vehicle has recently organized a golf tournament at Lahad Datu Golf and Country Club, Sabah. A total of 60 avid participants comprising of plantation…

Mpire Makes Big Promises for the View C2 and CS2

Mpire Asia Sdn Bhd has been appointed by Foton (the largest commercial vehicle brand in China) as a distributor in Malaysia in the first half of 2018. The newly launche…

Daihatsu Malaysia to Drive Value through Innovati…

Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (DMSB) is set to reinforce its reputation as the distributor of the first automatic transmission (AT) light commercial vehicle in Malaysia…

Company Snapshot: Wenzhou Ruiming Industrial Co…

Ruiming Group was established in 1991. The company currently employs over 3 000 employees with research and development bases in Wenzhou, Lizhou and Shanghai. After year…

Pre-Order Now and Collect at MCVE 2019

TNB Aims for Efficient, Improved Service with Isu…

Isuzu Malaysia recently held a handover ceremony at the Glenmarie Golf & Country Club to officially mark the successful delivery of 61 new units of their light duty…

Vera’s first assignment

Volvo Trucks’ electric, connected and autonomous vehicle Vera will form part of an integrated solution to transport goods from a logistics centre to a port terminal in G…

PETRONAS' ROVR on Display at MCVE 2019

Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) keeps Malaysians on the move with ROVR, the first mobile refuelling service offered by PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (PDB) in the country…

IVECO Presents the Special Customer–centric Conce…

IVECO unveiled two concept trucks at the global launch of the new IVECO WAY range: the new IVECO FIT CAB and MAGIRUS, the two special customer–centric concepts that will…

Vehicle Theft Awareness Campaign 2019

The Vehicle Theft Reduction Council of Malaysia (VTREC) together with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has launched its Vehicle Theft Awareness Campaign 2019 at the Buki…

Siphonblock Helps Block Fuel Theft

Since 2007, Siphonblock has been helping the trucking community overcome a crucial problem that many logistic operators have faced for ages. The device not only stops fu…

MiX Telematics Joins Forces with Guardian

Guardian, a real time driver fatigue and distraction detection solution is now being offered as an integrated solution and commercial standard offer in the MiX Telematic…

Mitsubishi Fuso Introduces Second Wave of New Fig…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC; headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture; President and CEO Hartmut Schick), a leading commercial vehicle manuf…

DC Truck Tools Brings In New Tools at MCVE 2019

DC Truck Tools was established in 2008 with the main purpose of supplying special truck tools to the commercial vehicle industry. Dennis Chin first joined to company to…

FUSO All For You Contest Mini Draw

The FUSO All For You Contest mini draw was held recently at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel. Organized by Hap Seng Trucks Distribution Sdn. Bhd. (HSTD), nearly 300 guests a…

Scania Malaysia’s “No-Single-Use-Plastic Programm…

Scania Malaysia distributed reusable lunch boxes and water bottles to the students, teachers and staff of Sekolah Kebangsaan Dato’ Keramat today at the launch of No-Sing…

Shell Malaysia Showcases Wearable Tech at Shell T…

Shell Malaysia showcased several next-generation lubricant solutions for its business-to-business (B2B) customers that incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) and wear…

Atilze Aims to be Number One

Atilze Digital Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of G3 Global Bhd, has targeted to become the country's top telematics solution provider. "We want to become the number one telema…

Company Snapshot: Tenming Marketing

Tenming Marketing was incorporated in 2016 by a team of rubber and metal parts experts as well as truck and trailer parts experts with more than ten years experience. Th…

PNMB Innoventures anticipates millions of product…

Supply chain traceability solution provider PNMB Innoventures Sdn Bhd expects to track more than 100 million products on its Identem platform in the coming years. "We…

Malaysia will Set Up a Special Channel for Chines…

The government will set up a special channel to facilitate more investments from China in Malaysia, said Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng. Lim expressed that the new chan…

Volvo Trucks Malaysia Delivered Eight Units of FM…

Volvo Trucks Malaysia has delivered 8 out of the 18 units trucks to one of its long-established business partner, FGV Transport Services Sdn Bhd. A handover ceremony was…

ComfortDelGro Ventures Into Prime Mover Leasing

The car rental and leasing arm of ComfortDelGro Corporation Ltd, ComfortDelGro Rent-A-Car Pte Ltd, has ventured into leasing heavy vehicles after the company added five…

GDEX Hino Truck Aachieved 1 million Km Without an…

Hino Motors Sales Malaysia Sdn Bhd has presented a Reliability Certificate to Petaling Jaya-based logistics firm GD Express Sdn Bhd (GDEX) as one of its trucks has excee…

Komatsu eDumper World's Largest EV.

The world's largest electric vehicle is a 110 tonnes electric dump truck that is capable of carrying 65 tonnes of materials - the Komatsu eDumper. Manufactured by Switz…

03 September 2019

Mastermac Equipment Sdn Bhd is a major dealer of Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle (M) Sdn Bhd. Both parties have been working together since 2012. This relationship was built…

SEA Electric Released Photos Of Its Latest Models

12 September 2019

Australian electric vehicle drivetrain manufacturer SEA Electric has released new images and videos of their all-electric Isuzu F Series and the Iveco Acco EV. SEA Elec…

Shell Malaysia Strengthens Collaboration with Enf…

13 September 2019

Shell is one of the most trusted brands in Malaysia with its presence here for more than 127 years. This legacy is built on generations of hard-working Malaysian trade o…

Port of Singapore Authority Is Looking at LNG Tru…

17 September 2019

The Port of Singapore Authority (PSA) is buying 200 liquefied natural gas (LNG) trucks to promote a greener environment. This purchase will make up about 15 percent of…

Pesta Air Malaysia

28 September 2019

A group of truck enthousiasts will be joining this event, showcasing their trucks. The objective of this event is to represent the internal environment of the truck and…

FUSO Thailand CEO's Hand Over, Farewell Party

28 September 2019

Our Thai contributor Chalakorn Setthabunnatat, known as Katch, went to the farewell party of Sascha Ricanek as he heads over to Japan to continue his work there. “The…

Nexus Carriers Ships Back Insights from DICV Visi…

01 October 2019

Part of a group of customers and dealers of Hap Seng Trucks Distribution, Datuk Kumar Prabakaran, Managing Director of Giga Shipping and Nexus Carriers (Pictured fourth…

The Tokyo Motor Show Focuses on the Future

02 October 2019

Looking to the future, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association presents the 46th edition of the Tokyo Motor Show. The forty-sixth edition of the Tokyo Motor Show…

Shanghai Cracks Down on Pollution

04 October 2019

The city of Shanghai is slowly but surely beginning to phase out diesel trucks. According to report on the central government’s website, some 120 000 lower-end diesel tr…

HINO Trucks to Join Tenaga Nasional Fleets

07 October 2019

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Hino Malaysia) handed over eight units from an order of a 99 units total purchase of the new Hino light-duty trucks from the HINO 3…

Hino Smart Driving Competition 2019

17 October 2019

The second instalment of Hino’s annual driving competition, aptly renamed this year as Hino Smart Driving Competition was held at the Hino Total Support Customer Centre…

MAN Truck & Bus Asia Pacific to execute their vis…

19 October 2019

MAN Truck & Bus, one of Europe’s strong brands has decided to cement its commitment to the Thai Market. As of 1st November 2019, MAN SE will appoint MAN Truck &…

MAN Truck & Bus Asia Pacific to execute their vis…

25 October 2019

AT: MAN is better known for their buses in Thailand and Singapore (for instance). What are you planning to do to strengthen the truck segment? TH: This is right, and in…

Special Purpose Vehicles: the FUSO ATHENA

28 October 2019

Just like any other special purpose vehicle, the FUSO ATHENA addresses a very specific need for a very narrow range of missions. In this case, however, it is a mission t…

Special Service Campaign for Daihatsu Gran Max

05 November 2019

Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (DMSB), the distributor of Daihatsu light commercial vehicles in Malaysia today announced that the company will be carrying out a Special S…

Book Your Space Now to be Part of South East Asia…

05 November 2019

Organisers of MCVE 2021 announce new floor plan for the fifth installment of Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Exhibition and are ready to receive bookings for the upcoming sh…

On the Big Stage: The Next Round of the Automecha…

20 November 2019

Which Chinese painter will take the prize in Shanghai at the Automechanika Body & Paint World Championships? On 6 December 2019 a panel of experts will choose the ne…

Malaysia’s First: Prototype Safety Trailer-Trucks

21 November 2019

Hexagon Highs Transport Sdn Bhd, a logistics company based in Kuching, is the first in Malaysia to use Prototype Safety Trailer-Trucks (STT) in their operations. Managin…

Scania has Appointed Steve Wager as the Managing…

25 November 2019

Based in Kuala Lumpur, Steve is a British national and a chartered certified accountant since 1985. He brings with him over 35 years of experience in the commercial vehi…

Opportunities Abound with ISUZU Technical School

26 November 2019

Held at the Sunway Hotel Resort and Spa on 19th November 2019, the National Dual Training System (SLDN) Program of the ISUZU Technical School (ITS) observed their annual…

Malaysia’s Hong Seng Group Seals the Deal with Ch…

26 November 2019

The signing ceremony took place at the 2019 “Belt and Road” Production Capacity Cooperation Briefing. Held on 18th of November, the event took place at Setia City Conven…

Shell Malaysia Wins the Prince Michael Internatio…

29 December 2020

Volvo Trucks Delivers 38 Units of Volvo FM Prime…

02 December 2019

Volvo Trucks is pleased to announce that one of the largest transportation companies that provides transportation, container haulage, warehousing and maintenance service…

Asian Trucker is Looking for the Oldest Truck in…

29 November 2019

How to Win: 1. Spot a truck anywhere in Malaysia. 2. Snap a photo of your treasure. 3. Find out the registration date. 4. E-mail your photo, registration details and loc…

50 years of KAMAG Transporttechnik: Special Vehic…

Special vehicle manufacturer KAMAG Transporttechnik, part of the Transporter Industry International (TII) Group, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2019. The Ulm-bas…

Shell Malaysia Technology and Innovation Conferen…

Continental's C.Drive Programme to Train Fresh Gr…

Competing Amongst Industry Giants Is No Mean Feat

Volvo Trucks’ Fuelwatch Challenge is Back

UD Trucks和陈唱工业用具有限公司首开先河

Sarawak Lorries Transport Association Goes Digital

Truck Grand Prix 2018 – Kögel is right in the mid…

A Dedicated Platform for Commercial Vehicles

Happening on August 3rd

New Premium Lubricants Series Specially Blended F…

Nittsu Drivers Play Their Part for the Environment

Maximise Uptime with the Volvo Service Planning

Katch – The Thai Trucker Blogger

PLUS Malaysia Ceases Workshop On Wheels

IVECO Daily celebrates 40 years of success recogn…

Customers Join Scania Malaysia’s Family Day In Ip…

SAF-HOLLAND acquires the digital trailer manageme…

Japan Debuts Mobile Mosque In Preparation For 202…

Asian Trucker Wins Big!

13 November 2018

All Scania Vehicles Sold by Scania Malaysia Sdn B…

13 November 2018

Shell Malaysia Celebrates with Key Customers and…

14 November 2018

Tata Motors to commence the 3rd edition of its su…

16 November 2018

Last Scania PGR Truck Rolls of Malaysian Assembly…

20 November 2018

Isuzu Malaysia Holds Customer Appreciation Night…

18 November 2018

Final Dates for License Applications at the SPAD…

21 November 2018

Volvo Trucks Malaysia Delivers 15 FMX 440 Prime M…

22 November 2018

Light Duty Trucks Need Specific Lubricants

28 November 2018

Keeping Up to Date With The Latest Regulations

30 November 2018

Automechanika Shanghai marks a 15% visitor increa…

06 December 2018

Daihatsu Redefines Modification at Kuala Lumpur I…

07 December 2018

Daimler Commercial Vehicles Thailand Welcomes BKK…

Scania Malaysia Family Continues To Expand Up Nor…

LAMILUX at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018

Scania Malaysia To Support Future Leaders in Sust…

Got Mongolian Milk?

Handover of the 2 Biggest PALFINGER Loader Cranes…

Haree Murughan to Represent Malaysia at Fuelwatch…

Ecstatic Celebrations for Association

Linde's Hydrogen Powered Mobility Technology to S…

Hino's First Ultimate Drive Competition - Day 1

08 September 2018

DCVT commits to new assembly plant for domestic c…

11 September 2018

Volvo Trucks presents future transport solution w…

13 September 2018

IAA presents entire commercial vehicle sector ful…

19 September 2018

Circular Agency Sdn Bhd Receives 12 Scania Trucks

20 September 2018

Department of Mineral and Geoscience Malaysia Cho…

20 September 2018

Knorr-Bremse at the IAA

21 September 2018

Thermo King and Frigoblock Introduce Technologies…

21 September 2018

Cummins Unveils the Future of Diesel

21 September 2018

Daimler Welcomes New Thai Truck and Bus Assembly

25 September 2018

UD Trucks' milestone of Quester’s 15 000 units pr…

26 September 2018

Diesel Technic informs about the latest developme…

10 October 2018

City-Link Express Aims for Fast Deliveries and Cu…

11 October 2018

Isuzu and Cummins to Work Together

15 October 2018

BorgWarner Introduces its Highest Powered S300 Su…

17 October 2018

Wheel Nut Checks Made Easy with Checkpoint

29 October 2018

ST Engineering's Autonomous Robots in Logistics

31 October 2018

Technology and automation will define the future…

05 November 2018

FUSO Opens State of the Art Workshop, Offers Inno…

09 November 2018

Automechanika Shanghai edges closer to its impres…

09 November 2018

Australian Truckers Rally for Better Safety Stand…

09 November 2018

Joining Hands to Control Microsleep

MIROS and 3M Malaysia Initiates Road Safety Impro…

Hartmut Mueller, MD of MAN Bows Out Into Retireme…

CAPAS 2018: Well rounded fringe events

Seeking Support for CSR Initiative

Who will be „DT Aftermarket World Champion 2018“?

FUSO Thailand Challenges the Impossible

IVECO launches its natural gas powered vehicles o…

UD Trucks is UPC Chemicals’ Preferred Truck Brand

Volvo Trucks Malaysia Delivers 10 Prime Movers to…

Stop Fuel Theft with Siphonblock

10 December 2018

Foton Motor Asian Strategy Launched, Brand-new AU…

13 December 2018

Volvo Trucks Malaysia to Deliver 28 Trucks to Kon…

17 December 2018

Mpire ready to Address Market Needs in Malaysia

21 December 2018

What is Truck Trial?

05 January 2017

It is a type of motorsport that involves driving trucks in terrifyingly difficult terrain. What is considered difficult here is beyond a layman’s imagination; cavernous…

Scania Delivers Skilled Manpower for Automotive E…

26 January 2017

Twelve apprentices earned their tools to enter the automotive engineering technology sector recently to meet the demand for skilled manpower in the country. All of the…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles Record…

27 January 2017

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles (MBM CV) continued to be a strong supporter of the transport and haulage industry throughout 2016. Despite the dip of 13 % in…

Fatigue – A Dangerous Wake-Up Call

03 February 2017

We all get a little tired now and then. The worst that can happen to you when working in an office is embarrassment when being found snoozing, but when you move a few to…

Tony Trusts the Torrent

10 February 2017

Optimizing the operations of running a truck fleet extends into all aspects of a transportation business. Sin Hock Soon, running their own workshop, is benefitting from…

Shell Malaysia Expands Coverage of Latest Diesel…

23 February 2017

Shell Malaysia announced the availability of its “Shell FuelSave Diesel Euro 5” on February 22nd. This is a high quality, fuel-efficient diesel available at eight retail…

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur Celebrates 10th Edition

This year’s edition of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur expands portfolio of smart technology. The 10th edition of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s leading regional trad…

Isuzu Malaysia Launches New ELF

The Isuzu ELF truck range will be completely powered by the latest Isuzu commonrail engines, making Isuzu Malaysia one of the first Japanese truck manufacturers to exclu…

Dongfeng Malaysia To Host 5th Annual Golf Tournam…

On 17th May 2017, Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (DFCV) will be hosting its annual “Dongfeng Golf Challenge” in Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Golf & Country…

Scania expands industrial and commercial operatio…

Asian Trucker also met with Ted Göransson to find out more about the investment into the country and how Scania will put it all to good use. Scania has identified Thail…

Company Profile - Nak Bamrung Auto Parts, Bangkok…

Spare parts are crucial for keeping truck fleets moving. Diesel Technic is a major player in the aftermarket scene and enjoys a good reputation for excellent service and…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Treats Customers Handsomel…

Mercedes Benz Malaysia (MBM CV) recently held the much-awaited FUSO Diamond Grand Prize party as an appreciation night for all purchasers of FUSO trucks throughout the…

Volvo Trucks grows its market share in Malaysia’s…

On 4 April 2017, Volvo Malaysia announced that it had recorded an increase of 4.8% in sales for its Volvo truck brand for financial year 2016, compared to the previous y…

Unique collaboration opportunity with Shell for s…

Shell Lubricants Malaysia has officially launched the Shell Rimula Express workshop network of branded commercial vehicle workshops nationwide. Selected commercial vehi…

Future – Made by Shell, in Singapore

While Shell Eco-Marathon might be the most prominent component of the three-day event titled “Make the Future Singapore”, guests were also able to explore and experience…

Motivation of A PDRM Driver: I‘m Proud To Serve T…

Have you ever been curious about the job as a driver from the police force? Recently, our writer Shee Mun had the privilege of interviewing SarjanMejar Hanif, from the R…

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur 2017 enjoys largest sh…

The biennial Automechanika Kuala Lumpur show – Malaysia’s leading regional trade fair for the automotive service industry targeting trade visitors from ASEAN – was a tre…

Volvo Trucks Malaysia delivers new premium FH mod…

On 4 April 2017, Volvo Malaysia announced that it had recorded an increase of 4.8% in sales for its Volvo truck brand for financial year 2016, compared to the previous y…

OCEASOFT’s Cobalt ML3 revolutionizes temperature…

27 September 2017

OCEASOFT leverages cutting-edge IoT communication networks to support shipping and logistics cycles for temperature-sensitive products with its new mobile temperature da…

Asian Trucker Wins Cover of the Year Award

28 September 2017

Asian Trucker is proud to announce that our Singapore edition has scooped up the Gold for the "Cover of the year (Trade)" in the MPAS Awards. The Media Publishers Assoc…

New compactor trucks to service Selayang for bett…

28 September 2017

Several state-of-the-art compactor trucks have been handed over by KDEB Waste Management Sdn Bhd (KDEBWM) to sub-contractors at the Selayang Municipal Council grounds in…

igus ‘Plastics for Longer Life’

30 September 2017

igus produces over 120,000 articles so if it moves they can provide the plastic piece needed to make that happen, writes Floyd Cowan. “Our claim ‘Plastic for longer lif…

Volvo Trucks Playing It Safe

06 October 2017

As technology takes time, Carl Johan Almqvist wants people to take traffic safety into their own hands. While Volvo Cars has its “Zero Fatality by 2020” vision, its tru…

Sustainable Truck of the Year 2018: gas engines d…

10 October 2017

Nine trucks are running toward the title of Sustainable Truck of the Year 2018. Three vehicles will compete in each category (Tractor, Distribution, Van). Promoted by th…

Shell Lubricants Malaysia Launches Branded Networ…

11 October 2017

Shell Lubricants Malaysia has recently launched a network of Shell Rimula-branded commercial vehicle workshops. The Shell Rimula Express network provides commercial vehi…

MAN Mobile Service Workshop Hits the Road

16 October 2017

MAN Truck and Bus (M) Sdn Bhd (MAN) announced today it has started providing mobile service workshops to customers - where MAN brings the workshop to the customer’s door…

UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge Crowns Its Malaysi…

27 October 2017

The UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge (UDEMC), a truck driving competition that delivers multi-faceted advantages to both the truck drivers and UD Quester fleet owners, hav…

Automotive Engineering Show steers its wheels tow…

30 October 2017

Steering the wheel towards Chennai’s high-potential auto hub, the 11th edition of Automotive Engineering Show is set to take place from 9 to 11 November at the Chennai T…

Automechanika Shanghai - International Trade Fair…

05 November 2017

It’s beyond doubt that Asia’s automobile industry has been developing at a rapid pace in recent years. From 2009 to 2016, China alone was the world's largest car manufac…

Trucks Mobilize Malaysia’s Military

09 November 2017

The Malaysian Army, is part of the Malaysian Armed Forces which consists of two more branches, the Royal Malaysian Navy and the Royal Malaysian Air Force. In this exclus…

MAN Trucks India Is Customer- Centric: Joerg Momm…

10 November 2017

MAN Trucks India Private Limited, the wholly- owned subsidiary of MAN Truck & Bus AG, Germany, has been operating in the country for the last 12 years, in the first…

20 November 2017

We have received an interesting CV of a professional that has spend almost 20 years in the commercial vehicle industry. Said person is looking for a new challenge in Sou…

SSAB launches new, stronger press hardening steel…

21 November 2017

Through a joined collaboration with a prominent automotive component manufacture, SSAB has developed Docol PHS 2000, a new press hardening steel that offers higher tensi…

My World Logistics receives Hino trucks

27 November 2017

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd - HMSM, a subsidiary of Hino Motors Limited Japan, associates under Toyota Group of Companies, delivered 15 newly launched HINO 300…

Mitsubishi-Fuso Announces THACO as New General Di…

06 December 2017

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), part of Daimler Trucks Asia, today announced THACO as its general distributor in Vietnam, replacing Mercedes-Benz Viet…

Scania Unveils Future-Oriented City Trucks

11 December 2017

Scania now completes its new truck generation. Following the introduction of trucks for long-haulage and construction, the focus is now on urban and additional low-carbo…

Asian Trucker wishes you a Merry Christmas

20 December 2017

From virtual reality to reality, this trucker is…

21 December 2017

Amir is a young lad from Alor Setar, Kedah passionate about the trucking industry. The second out of four children graduated in Quantity Surveying. Despite that, he foun…

Know Your Tyres

29 December 2017

There is no denying tyres are an important element of a truck but how many individuals know and practice proper tyre care? A well-maintained tyre not only helps prolong…

Would you like an association with that?

03 January 2016

With a the new trend of food trucks emerging the need for self-regulation also arises. The Mobile Food Truck & Street Food Association aims to ensure high operating…

Do you know how good your drivers really are?

05 January 2016

The FleetSafe online driver safety programme is being used by Fonterra in Asia and the Middle East, with over 470 drivers participating across 9 countries in 6 languages…

Iveco victorious in Stage 4 of the Dakar

11 January 2016

Gerard de Rooy scored a triumph in the Trucks category with his Iveco Powerstar in the first part of the marathon stage of the world's most difficult rally race. On…

Continental Tyre Malaysia lunches the Chinese New…

15 January 2016

Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia Sdn Bhd (CTM) launched its Chinese New Year Road Safety and Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd, scheduled from 9 January to 31 January 2016. Off…

Guardfreight partners with Active Telematics

21 January 2016

Guardfreight Worldwide Ltd., the UK based company dedicated to developing industry specific, cost effective solutions that provide security and monitoring solutions to t…

Continental Malaysia Introduces C3 – The ContiCas…

28 January 2016

International tyre manufacturer and automotive supplier Continental guarantees its latest products by offering an extended casing warranty in the Malaysian market with t…

Asian Trucker wishes all of you a Happy Chinese N…

31 January 2016

Iveco brings the best of world jazz to Thailand s…

26 February 2016

The Italian “maestro” will brighten the night of Bangkok on March 1st with an amazing jazz concert brought by the cooperation between Iveco and the Italian Embassy. Fou…

Asian Trucker renames exhibition to Malaysia Comm…

29 February 2016

Originally named MIBTC, we have hosted two highly successful commercial vehicle exhibitions in Malaysia. Following the success of the past event, we are returning with t…

WABCO renews commitment to Truck Racing

WABCO Holdings Inc. announced that it has renewed its commitment to Tata Motors’ T1 PRIMA Truck Racing Championship in 2016 for the third year in a row. WABCO will conti…

Taipanco’s Nazari new president of Association of…

Stefan Pertz met with Nazari Hj Akhbar, newly elected president of the Association of Malaysian Hauliers after his first committee meeting where the organisation charted…

Iveco Stralis to be featured in Batman v Superman…

The Iveco Stralis Hi-Way, “International Truck of the Year 2013”, will be featured in the highly anticipated film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, opening worldwide…

Volvo launches 2016 Fuelwatch Challenge

Drivers across the region compete in their respective country editions of the Fuelwatch Challenge to be the top driver in their markets and a chance to contend for the p…

New HINO 3S Center in Subang

Taking another step to fit customer’s demand in Selangor’s suburban town, Hino Motors Sales Malaysia Sdn Bhd (HMSM) launches new HINO 3S (Sales, Service and Spare parts)…

MAN Demonstrates its Construction Focus at bauma…

MAN Truck & Bus is showcasing a broad range of exhibits and integrated solutions in order to demonstrate its expertise in the construction sector at bauma 2016 whi…

Conti Hybrid HT3 Trailer Tire Receives "Red Dot…

Following its success at the iF Design Awards, the Conti Hybrid HT3 trailer tire has won another award – the renowned "Red Dot: Best of the Best" design award. The inter…

Stand a chance to win a trip to South Africa

Asian Trucker Research: Complete Malayisan Dealer…

The service network of your preferred truck brand is a crucial criteria when selecting a truck. We are currently compiling all the networks of brands available in Malay…

World première for 4x4 version of Iveco New Euroc…

Iveco joined CASE Construction Equipment at the BAUMA 2016 exhibition, one of the world’s most important trade shows for the Construction industry, to present the New Eu…

Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo 2017 - terbesar…

Asian Trucker Media menawarkan lebih daripada sekadar sebuah majalah bagi industri kenderaan perdagangan berat. Seminar dan acara adalah sebahagian daripada perkhidmatan…

Higher production percentages in Sichuan propel a…

The rapid growth of the Sichuan area in Southwest China has spurred the desire to further explore the market possibilities. According to the 2015 China National Economic…

Nippon Paint unveils 2016/2017 automotive colour…

Not just cars owners, but truck operators can as well choose colours from three themes to suit their personality and vehicle. Nippon Paint Malaysia Group (“Nippon Paint…

DHL and Chengdu Gateway Logistics Office Sign MOU…

DHL Global Forwarding, a leading international provider of air, sea and road freight services, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) yesterday on building the Chi…

11th Batch of Apprentices Graduate from Mercedes-…

As a testament of its long term commitment to the development of home-grown talents to deliver the best possible customer care experience, Mercedes-Benz Malaysiacelebrat…

Having a meatball or two

The Co-Founder of the Food Truck Association in Malaysia also created her own kingdom in the shape of the Meatball Kingdom food truck. Ms Dunia Stapmans, originally from…

24th Automechanika Frankfurt: improved quality in…

New exhibitors, even more product innovation and a refreshing new exhibition concept are set to make this year’s Automechanika, the world’s biggest trade fair for garage…

GD Express Sdn Bhd goes 1 million kilometres with…

On June 9th, GD Express Sdn Bhd received HINO’s Certificate of Reliability. Speaking at the event, Managing Director of Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Mr. Ken Iwa…

Tiong Nam receives Malaysia’s first Heavy Haulage…

Tiong Nam Heavy Transport and Lifting Sdn Bhd (TNHTL) has received delivery of a R580CA6X4EHZ truck with heavy haulage torque converter gearbox from Scania Malaysia that…

Asian Trucker IAA Special 2016

The IAA in Germany is only a few weeks away. Asian Trucker will be going to visit the show, just as we did the past years. In this connection we are also offering the “…

Save with Asian Trucker Media when you attend ARC

Asia’s biggest tyre retreading conference – first of its kind in the region – calls upon retreaders, suppliers, fleet operators, logistics companies, public transport fi…

JBTC Expo announces proposed program

JBTC EXPO (Johor Bus, Truck & Components Exhibition) is formed by the Johor Sand & Granite Lorry Operators' Association. It is to provide another type of service…

RM95,000 For 2016/2017 FUSO Diamond Mini Draw Win…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles, recently presented 15 delighted FUSO truck customers who participated in the FUSO Diamond Mini Draw Contest 2016 / 2017 with…

Trends in truck industry

The vision of autonomous trucks is within reach. This year, however, the latest trends in the truck industry are more pragmatic than ever before and driven not only by e…

Hino Genuine Oil Campaign

This competition is organised by Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd – HMSM, and it is open to all HINO customers. Customers may head to selected participating HINO’s A…

JPLogistics expands their prime movers fleet with…

JPLogistics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Johor Port Berhad and member of MMC Group, was established in 1996 and has been using Volvo Trucks since year 2006. The compa…

The Majestic Mack

In a private audience, His Majesty, Sultan Ibrahim Ismail Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar Al-Haj, talks to Asian Trucker about the truck that has made headlines all over t…

Iveco launches new app dedicated to customers in…

Iveco opens a new direct communication channel with its customers in the Asia/Pacific markets with the new, specially developed ‘MY IVECO’ application. Iveco launched i…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Hosts Truck Drivers’ Leagu…

Aimed at promoting safe and responsible driving amongst commercial vehicle drivers, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles recently organised the long-awaited Truck…

Volvo Trucks Emphasizes Safety First with Long-te…

Volvo Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Volvo Trucks) reinforced their long-term commitment to national road safety by further promoting their “Know Your Blind Spots” and “Stop, Look &a…

Strong Support for 2nd Myanmar Manufacturing & 3r…

Key Ministry Officials and Global Majors Expected at 2nd Myanmar Manufacturing & 3rd Myanmar Transport & Logistics Summits in Yangon on 26-29 September H.E. U K…

Quester Open House: Arrived in Johor Baru

05 September 2016

UD Quester trucks were first introduced in Malaysia in 2013. Followed by that, introduced earlier this year in May, the new Quester 8L has been launched. Currently, the…

Ben Hoge headsGoodyear Malaysia Operations as Man…

06 September 2016

Goodyear, one of the world’s leading tyre brands, has appointed Ben Hoge to head its operations in Malaysia as Managing Director, Goodyear Malaysia effective 1st August…

Taking control with BF Goodrich

08 September 2016

The third largest tyre brand in the USA, takes the next step in expanding its reach by announcing its BFGoodrich Route Control and BFGoodrich Cross Control range of truc…

Quick facts on the fastest trucks in the world

09 September 2016

Who wouldn't say that they are fascinated by speed? Racing and the breaking of land-speed records have fascinated us since the invention of motor vehicles. Recently, Vol…

Volvo's Drivers' Fuel Challenge 2016 has a champi…

13 September 2016

28 finalists from around the world competed for the title “World’s most fuel efficient driver” in Volvo Trucks Drivers’ Fuel Challenge 2016. The winner was Tomáš Horči…

Automechanika - 136,000 visitors from over 170 co…

19 September 2016

The central theme at the world's largest showcase for the independent aftermarket in 2016 was ‘Tomorrow's Service & Mobility’. A record 4,820 exhibitors from 76 coun…

Taipanco Sdn Bhd broadens receives new Volvo Truc…

20 September 2016

As a leader in the local haulage industry, Taipanco Sdn Bhd (Taipanco) relies on high-quality, durable transportation to move containers for its clients. And as the comp…

Shell Rimula Night and Technology Conference

28 September 2016

Shell has a history that spans 125 years in Malaysia and it is no surprise that Shell Rimula, the company’s range of Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oils, has also been providi…

SMG Mega Sappire Sdn Bhd (SMG) continues to expan…

09 October 2016

Another handover ceremony of Scania trucks before the year ends. SMG has added new Scania trucks to SMGs fleet as part of its expansion to cater for the increase in th…

Trucking Mega-Trends at IAA 2016

10 October 2016

Held for the 66th time, the IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hannover, Germany, had a lot of innovations and improvements to show, impressing with a coherent message from the…

IAA 2016: Presence is What Matters Most for Brian…

11 October 2016

The demand for laminates with better characteristics have triggered an evolution that has made the Italian made Elycold and Elyplan fiberglass laminates, an optimal solu…

IAA 2016: Hammar - Certified ready to lift and lo…

12 October 2016

Meeting with Hammar’s owner and Chairman, Mr. Bengt-Olof Hammar, we learn why this sideloader is likely to be classified as a disruptive technology. With the only SOLAS…

IAA 2016: Happy Hyva

13 October 2016

While the resume that Hyva draws could be as simplistic as our headline, there is more to the success of their participation at IAA 2016. We met with the South East…

IAA 2016: Iveco presents its Z TRUCK concept at I…

14 October 2016

Presenting a revolutionary Zero Impact study at this year’s IAA, Iveco also looked back at a highly successful year. Confidence boosts came from orders for the new Stral…

IAA 2016: Continous Innovations and Intense Drive…

17 October 2016

By now one should be used to Lamilux being a powerhouse of innovations. Again, at the IAA 2016, the company comes through with the presentation of new solutions, coupled…

IAA 2016: What is MAN up to at IAA 2016?

18 October 2016

This European truck manufacturer remains competitive with all new features for their trucks and a online backend that is to assist fleet operators to be more efficient…

IAA 2016: Next Generation Scania – The Complete P…

19 October 2016

Although there have been no “leaked” images of the new Scania, there has been a lot of excitement and interest build up for the launch of the Next Generation Scania. Asi…

Fuelling Business Further

20 October 2016

Sin Hock Soon takes Shell FuelSave Diesel for a test drive. It delivered. Since young, Tony Yew has been ambitious. He never settled for what he had, and that determinat…

New commercial vehicle air cleaners for the Asian…

31 October 2016

Commercial vehicle manufacturers always place high demands on the robust product quality of air cleaners for the Asian market. Pressure to lengthen the service intervals…

Switch to Shell Rimula Pays Off for Rice Miller

01 November 2016

For Kedah-based rice miller, Kilang Beras Seri Merbok Sdn Bhd, the problem was slowly but surely spiralling out of control. Its fleet of forklifts was breaking down way…

Freight Transport Growing Fast, But Needs More Cl…

04 November 2016

Trade-related freight transport is expected to grow by a factor of 4.3 between 2010 and 2050, but addressing climate change requires that it become more energy efficie…

Continental Announces Commercial Tire Information…

07 November 2016

Continental announced the launch of a tire information and management system for commercial fleets. The new offer, called “ContiConnect” monitors, analyzes and reports t…

Malaysia International Logistics & Warehousing Te…

09 November 2016

Logistics and warehousing is one of the key markets in Malaysia. Being a hub in the region, with easily accessible ports and superb infrastructure, the country is a majo…

Doubling of Oil Drain Interval with Shell Rimula…

10 November 2016

Operating a fleet of long haul trucks is never an easy business. Rising maintenance costs and downtime from trucks going into the workshop for service and repair can eas…

Apollo Tyres Global R&D Centre, Asia formally ina…

12 November 2016

This is company’s 2nd Global R&D Centre, after the Global R&D Centre, Europe in the Netherlands, which is operational since 2013. Onkar S Kanwar, Chairman and Ne…

ZF Serves Mother Nature And Charitable Home

30 November 2016

ZF SSM recently wrapped up a month-long automotive parts recycling charity programme, which combined both environmental and community components. The funds raised, amoun…

10 December 2016

As to educate consumers and make them gain more understanding about crash avoidance technologies, the first ever Stop the Crash Asean 2016 is held at Sepang Internationa…

Caltex Launched Ultra-Premium Diesel Enhanced wit…

16 December 2016

Chevron Malaysia Limited, which carries the retail brand Caltex, launched its latest product Caltex Power Diesel with Techron D, a new utlra-premium diesel fuel that has…

Scania Singapore Drives New Standard for Environm…

19 December 2016

Scania Singapore has delivered their first Euro 6 truck to long-time customer Hong Fa Logistics & Engineering, ushering in a new era to its commitment of providing…

Personalised, predictive and always driveable: To…

24 October 2015

Today there are about 175,000 online-connected Volvo trucks on Europe's roads. A number of them can already today send information about when they need maintenance and s…

MAN to extend its product range by light commerci…

10 November 2015

MAN Truck & Bus is to extend its already comprehensive product range of vehicles with the introduction of a new light commercial van and thus becomes a full range su…

The Volvo Golf Challenge returns to crown a world…

11 November 2015

The highly anticipated Volvo Golf Challenge was back again this year for the 8th time! The Malaysian qualifying round, which was held recently on 5th November 2015 at Ko…

Handover Ceremony of HINO SH1E Prime Mover to Mit…

17 November 2015

Mitsui-Soko has expanded their transportation operation into Singapore. The company has decided to add HINO trucks to their fleet for this, citing that it is important t…

Scania to explore viable commercial opportunities…

20 November 2015

Scania Malaysia (Scania) and Agensi Inovasi Malaysia (AIM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly explore viable commercial opportunities for biofuels fro…

MAN Truck & Bus to celebrate their 100 Year Miles…

25 November 2015

MAN Truck & Bus celebrates 100 years of existence as a globally recognised commercial vehicle manufacturer at the Big 5, the Middle East’s largest building and const…

HINO hosts 2nd TS Contest

07 December 2015

Following the success & positive reception of the 1st TS Contest 2014 held last year, the 2nd TS Contest was held at HINO HQ, Petaling Jaya on 5th December 2015. Thi…

Driverless Dreams

10 December 2015

Recently Singapore announced that the Island state will make a push to introduce driverless vehicles. Starting with smaller buses in tourist attractions, the purpose is…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia delivers 25 000th commerci…

10 December 2015

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia officially delivered the 25,000th commercial vehicle manufactured in Malaysia to customer, Landbridge Haulage (M) Sdn Bhd, an intermodal logistics…

Merry Christmas from Asian Trucker

20 December 2015

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia's Santa Claus brings joy t…

21 December 2015

How many children can say that they met a real Santa Claus? Thanks to Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, 51 children from Pusat Jagaan Angels, Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO) and…

Malaysia International Bus, Truck and Component E…

01 January 2014

After the huge success of the first instalment, exhibitors and delegates can look forward to an even more exciting and bigger exhibition in 2015. Encouraged by the over…

Key reasons why trucking businesses may fail

03 January 2014

“Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” - Warren Buffett Building a succesful business is not easy, especially in the ultra-competative world of trucking. We ar…

In the headlights: Outlook for South East Asia's…

04 January 2014

Within the South East Asia Region each country has its own set of challenges and opportunities, driven by demographics such as Singapore for example, which is a small bu…

Dakar Rally 2014 finally about to start

04 January 2014

This year's race, which will be the 6th since Dakar Rally organizers relocated the race to South America, will be a milestone race for HINO TEAM SUGAWARA in that this wi…

Hong Kong: New regulation to phase out pre-Euro I…

06 January 2014

The Air Pollution Control (Air Pollutant Emission) (Controlled Vehicles) Regulation was gazetted on October 25 to phase out pre-Euro IV diesel commercial vehicles and to…

Agility: What the ASEAN Free Trade Area means for…

07 January 2014

About 55 percent of Asia’s total trade wasconducted within the region in 2012, up from 45 percent 10 years ago. We also see the Free Trade Agreements being signed betwee…

Daimler Trucks Asia invests 300 Million Euro in F…

09 January 2014

The Japanese Daimler subsidiary, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation presented itself at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show under the motto “Building Together”. True t…

Asian Trucker Drivers Club official first member…

10 January 2014

Mr. Mueller, Managing Director of MAN Malaysia signs as the first official member of the Asian Trucker Drivers Club last night! Saying that this is an initiative worth s…

Solidiance: White Paper on Thailand's Logistic Op…

17 January 2014

Given its centralized geographic position, much attention has been given to Thailand’s prowess to become the logistic hub in ASEAN. And in the light of the upcoming ASEA…

The All New Hino 300 Hybrid presents itself as co…

17 January 2014

For decades, Hino Motors has been doing its best to present to corporate clients world-class trucks of varying range, while boasting its reliability, ease of operation a…

Shell Eco Marathon for first time to include comm…

19 January 2014

Asian Trucker will be reporting from this event as it sets a new direction for this prestigious event. You will meet our Editor Stefan Pertz in Manila as he will be cove…

Asian Trucker wishes you Gong Xi Fa Chai!

27 January 2014

In touch with fleet management

30 January 2014

Technology, just like time, is speeding along and Ctrack – a specialist in vehicle tracking, fleet management and insurance telematics – is keeping pace. The company ha…

Daimler Trucks Keeps Advancing in India

03 February 2014

Daimler Trucks keeps advancing its activities on the Indian market. Merely two weeks after Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) was named “CV maker of the year” in I…

HINO Malaysia announces record sales numbers

05 February 2014

Since 2010, HINO has been the market leader in the overall commercial Truck & Bus segment (4,500kg and above) in Malaysia. In 2013, HINO has enjoyed its fourth conse…

Benefits for trucking businesses exhibiting in a…

08 February 2014

Benefits gained by trucking businesses through exhibiting at a motor show. It is not a cost, but a long term strategy for a business to grow. Let’s have a quick look a…

Official launch of Asian Trucker Drivers Club

10 February 2014

Asian Trucker is proud to announce the official launch of the Asian Trucker Club to be scheduled for 19th of February 2014. Vision: Asian Trucker Club aspires to be and…

Asian Trucker is hiring - Business Development (J…

12 February 2014

Asian Trucker Media Sdn Bhd provides a comprehensive range of communication channels for the commercial vehicle industry in Asia. Our core products are print magazines w…

Exclusive Interview with Martin Lundstedt - CEO a…

12 February 2014

While on a visit to South-East Asia, Martin Lundstedt, CEO and President took some time out to meet with Asian Trucker for an exclusive interview. The full interview wil…

DB Schenker bets on trucks as substitutes for shi…

17 February 2014

A good supply chain professional is always seeking to optimise traditional routes by integrating new logistics methods, and now global forwarding group, DB Schenker, say…

Advanced Heavy Vehicle Driver Competency Programm…

18 February 2014

The biggest exposure to safety for any Petrochemical, Oil and Gas company has always been in the area of Road Transport operations. Not only are truck-drivers maimed and…

Certified by TÜV Süd - Quality assurance at LAMIL…

25 February 2014

Now it’s official: the name LAMILUX is synonymous with optimum, TÜV-certified quality. As the world’s first manufacturer of fibre-reinforced composites, LAMILUX has rece…

Ways to prevent truck hijacking

Even in our industry, hijacking is a serious issue. It causes nothing but a serious internal and external damage. Reputation and lives are at stake. Your company may exp…

Fuelwatch 2014 Malaysia open for registration

In its 5th year, the Volvo Trucks Fuelwatch Challenge endeavors to coach drivers on fuel economy and proper driving skills. As your long term partner, our goal is to hel…

Marriage and trucking

We get a whole new perception about marrying a trucker after meeting with this couple. There is nothing to be worried about if you are marrying a trucker, given you and…

Shell Malaysia awards for exemplary performance i…

On March 6th, Shell Malaysia awarded contractors and partners who demonstrated exemplary performance in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and for outstanding efforts…

Scania and IKBN to spearhead innovation in the au…

Students to get knowledge in Scania technology and possibly employment Scania (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd officially handed over equipment to Institute Kemahiran Belia Negara (I…

MITSUBISHI FUSO announces winners of Snap & Win c…

The MITSUBISHI FUSO Snap & Win contest was held in 2013 to celebrate FUSO’s Canter’s 50th anniversary. Customers received the initiative well and the contest gathere…

Volvo Trucks in Asia Oceania: Strategy driven by…

In an exclusive media briefing, Mr. Christophe Martin, President of Volvo Group Trucks Asia Oceania Sales, shares with us the insights gathered from surveys and plans fo…

Scania expands its operations in Taiwan

Scania is strengthening its positionin the Taiwanese bus market. The company has recently received orders for 180 bus chassis. In order to provide high uptime for bus an…

COLTRAC achieves extremely high audit rating of 9…

Specialised on commercial tyre retreading, Coltrac Sdn Bhd has recently undergone a rigorous audit, resulting in a top rating according to European standards. This quali…

Volvo Trucks wins international product design aw…

The new Volvo FH from Volvo Trucks beat thousands of international products and impressed a panel of design experts to win one of the prestigious If product design award…

Better together: How Shell Rimula and Shell FuelS…

We met with Dr Richard Tucker, the General Manager of Commercial and Industry Fuels and Lubricants Technology of Shell in an exclusive interview to explore how the She…

Volvo Fuelwatch Challenge 2014 and Driver Develop…

The preliminary stage for this year's Fuelwatch was held on 5 April 2014 in Volvo Malaysia Johor Bahru. It is the fifth consecutive successful year with an expected 700…

Industry Profile: Infinity Logistics and Transpor…

In tandem with modernity, Infinity continues to grow from strength to strength to take the high ground in the market. Precious time was given to Asian Trucker to persona…

The launching of 100th unit of DUROMAC Cityfant 60

With the growing demand today, Duromac expects 10-15% yearly growth over next five years. Duromc proudly had launched the 100th unit Bucher Schoerling road sweeper for t…

Introduction to Road Safety and Eco Driving Train…

To entice local transporters to join this initiative, the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry is organising a seminar. The info-session will take place Monday 28th…

Handovers and record numbers of participants at V…

Not only blessed with stunning weather, but also achieving a record attendance for the Prai event of the 2014 Fuelwatch challenge, Volvo had more than one reason to be c…

Continental Tyre Special 2014

Continental Malaysia just published their 2014 edition of the Tyre Special. Packed with success stories, updates and news from the Germany tyre maker, this is the defini…

With safety in mind, Briliant Decade is boldly st…

Spurred by country's grows, Transporter is expanding in the fast growing market. Mr. Anndrew MLH, Transport Manager from Briliant Decade Transport Agency Sdn. Bhd is pl…

HINO holds 3RD HINO Total Support Kaizen Rally (A…

The 3rd Total Support Kaizen Rally for the Asia & Oceania Region was held in Tokyo, Japan from 25th – 26th of March 2014. This is an annual event was organized by HI…

The new, sixth generation Isuzu ELF: designed to…

The all new Isuzu ELF is set to perform with comfort and ease. A complete new development and not just a face-lift, it designed using computers and perfected by humans…

FUSO Diamond Contest 2014

Mitsubishi FUSO says "Thank You for Supporting Our Growth". The contest from Mitsubishi FUSO that had received very positive response back in 2006 is running once again…

Volvo Trucks partners National Geographic to map…

Volvo Trucks artners the National Geographic Channel to roll out their Asia 360° campaign today. In the lead up to the Asia launch of their new truck range in May, Volvo…

Launched: The Scania Driver Lounge in Bukit Jelut…

Another facility enhancement by Scania Malaysia to ensure that drivers get adequate rest while they send their vehicles in for maintenance was launched today. Human ass…

Shell Rimula kicks off Technoloty Lab Roadshow in…

Shell Rimula, the leading heavy duty diesel engine oil brand in Malaysia, has kicked off the Shell Rimula Technology Lab roadshow in Sarawak and Sabah as part of its 201…

Featured Job Opportunity: Sales Executive Truck &…

SAF-HOLLAND Malaysia, a growing and leading supplier of products for truck, bus and trailer, is seeking to hire a dynamic, highly motivated and enthusiastic sales execut…

No more 48 Hours - Shell's new Fleet Card backbone

In the last issue of Asian Trucker we reported about FEWS, Shell's Fraud Early Warning System. While it was already at the cutting edge of fleet cards, Shell has taken a…

MIBTC 2015 - Early Bird Discount ending on 31 May…

MIBTC 2015, the definitive exhibition for the commercial vehicle industry is back! Some 40 % bigger, more fringe events and integration of events for the Asian Trucker D…

Volvo FH and FH16 in specially designed version f…

October 4 signals the start of the world’s toughest sailing competition – the Volvo Ocean Race. Ahead of the launch, Volvo Trucks is introducing the Volvo FH and Volvo F…

New Michelin X COACH ENERGY Z launched

The new invention to generate safety and comfort for passengers, reduced downtime and cost for operators has been launched in Malaysia. Once again, Michelin stands as o…

Kögel extends sponsoring contract with 3-times Eu…

Since 2012, Kögel has been working alongside the Castrol Team Hahn Racing in the FIA European Truck Racing Championship – the highest European class in truck racing. Thi…

Road Safety Campaign about wearing a safety helme…

According to “Cawangan Perangkaan Trafik, Polis Di Raja Malaysia (PDRM) Bukit Aman” there have been 178 road accidents involving school students during their journey t…

MIBTC 2015: Early Bird Discount ends on 31 May 20…

Exhibitors are taking up more space to showcase their products and services while the Asian Trucker Drivers Club will play an integral role at the exhibition, making t…

Asian Trucker Drivers Club - Tyre managment works…

Asian Trucker Drivers Club mission is to become the foremost authority in elevating truck drivers’ profession, be it professionally or for their personal development. W…

Another first: dedicated Bus Special for Malaysia…

Welcome on board our first Bus Special! You will soon be holding the first issue of the "Asian Trucker Bus Special" in your hands. It is a very proud moment for us and…

Continental Wins GreenTec Award 2014 for Dandelio…

Leading tire manufacturer and automotive supplier, Continental, and the Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology (IME) at the University of Münster…

Your Full Time Driving Teacher – Mobileye

Launched in Malaysia this week, this intelligent device was created to be the third eye in all kinds of vehicles, helping to mitigate and avoid risk of collision. The M…

WABCO Concludes 100 Percent Acquisition of Transi…

WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a leading global supplier of technologies to improve the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicles, announced that it has successfull…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Apprentice Training Centre…

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia marked a significant milestone in its history, celebrating 30 years of talent development at its Apprentice Training Centre (ATC) located in Glenm…

Asian Trucker Networking Night is back!

Some 150 truckers flocked to the PJ Palms Sports Centre for the Asian Trucker networking event in November 2013. "Thank you so much for organising the Asian Trucker Netw…

Thailand market for Specialised vehicles

Giovanni Siano, an independent consultant and a representative for a European manufacturer of specialised components, reviews the development of Thailand’s assembly and…

Upcoming events - Asian Trucker Drivers Club

Fresh from running the first workshop on tyre management, the Asian Trucker Drivers Club is proud to announce the line up of events for the next months. These events are…

Up close with a big cat: Air Marine's new DOLL pa…

To provide customers with better service, the company adds a sophisticated and strong trailer that corners like a Formula 1 car while taking the extra load. Heavy Trans…

Shell's road show and seminar on cost saving

This third road show and seminar has been running for a few months and concluded in Port Dickson, Seremban having demonstrated how fleet operators and owners can improve…

WABCO University Graduates 100,000th Participant

WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, announced on July 1, 2014 that the company’s profes…

Iveco at the 2014 NGV Show in Brussels

Iveco participated in the “NGV Europe International Show and Workshops”; the exhibition was held at the Brussels Kart Expo (Belgium) from 7th to 10th July 2014. Now in i…

Sinotruk confirmed as headline sponsor for Asian…

The Asian Trucker Networking Night is back! We will host our signature event again this 4th of September, 18:00 - 21:00 in Out of Africa. Invitations will go our shortly…

Feature Article: UD’s clean sweep with Johnson Cl…

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 i…

Mark the day: MIBTC 2015

Feature Article: Behind the scenes - In the Vitas…

The truck fleet’s well being is Jo Tang’s first and most important priority. We have a look behind the scenes of his workshop in Tuen Mun. Used for the delivery of deli…

Practical tips on how to prevent hijacking of you…

Following the overview of how hijackers work, here a practical guide (Contributed by Ctrack and published in Issue 17 of our Malaysia Version) on how to avoid hijacking…

Stefan's Column: The importance of trucks and dri…

A supply chain is a system of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in moving a product or service from supplier to consumers. Supply ch…

Building on a concrete-solid foundation

The secret to Jimmy Nichi's success with his Buffalo Mixers is that there is no secret, just hard work and a lot of common sense that has helped him to become the addres…

Malaysia's leading waste disposal company SWM con…

02 February 2013

“With large orders like these we are sustainably reinforcing our export business in important markets like Malaysia and Australia,” emphasized Kai-Uwe Seidenfuss, MFTBC…

Scania launches Scania Credit (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

02 February 2013

In today’s competitive market, Scania’s range of flexible and comprehensive financial solutions aims to give local companies predictable costs and manageable risks over…

LEVERAGING INNOVATION TO MAKE MALAYSIAN ROADS SAF…

17 February 2013

Malaysia, 15 January 2013 – Road traffic injuries are one of the fastest growing epidemics across the world. Over 1.2 million people die every year on the roads worldwid…

It’s the panther’s birthday

28 February 2013

In comparison to the competition, DOLL demonstrates market-readiness with the panther-plus package: 5 years of warranty on all proprietary DOLL components in the vehicle…

Volvo Malaysia Records 42% Increase in Deliveries

Volvo Malaysia ended 2012 on a positive note and once again reported strong growth in deliveries for 2012 with a total number of 339 units sold of which 301 were Volvo T…

INAPA 2013 Jakarta - 26 - 29 March

Scania Singapore announced that Resounding success of INAPA 2012 held along with IIBT 2012, Heavy Equipment 2012, Tyre & Rubber Indonesia 2012 and INABIKE 2012, att…

Business Matchmaking at MIBTC 2013

One of the many add-ons that you can make use of is the online registration for business matchmaking. Sign up and register your interest to see specific suppliers exhi…

Hong Kong’s First Women Group WiLAT to support Wo…

The inauguration was held at the office of CILTHK today and graced by Ms. Pansy Honrary Parton of WiLAT, Ms. Miriam Lau, WiLAT advisor and ex-Legislative Council Member…

Business Match Making at MIBTC 2013

One of the many add-ons that you can make use of is the online registration for business matchmaking. Sign up and register your interest to see specific suppliers exhibi…

Tan Chong Subsidiary launches RM16.8 Million TRUC…

The entire manufacturing plant, involving an investment of RM16.8 million, sits on a 5.5-acre site in Seri Kembangan, Selangor. It currently has a built-up space of 122…

Bank Simpanan Nasional The First in Malaysia To S…

The vehicle is equipped with a new powerful yet environmentally friendly 410hp Euro 3 compliant engine. Built with the latest in EGR emission technology, the new global…

Training for Bus and Truck Operators is Key to Re…

Companies should place significant investment in training and educating their heavy transport vehicle drivers, in view of the increasing number of road accidents involvi…

Sinotruk Malaysia - An update

Recently, truck number 1500 rolled out of the production in Kapar, the manufacturing base for Sinotruk where Asia Automotive Industries (AAI) is based. When Sinotruk Mal…

Powering up your business with Shell

Choosing the right fuels and solutions for your fleet business can significantly improve your bottom line and give you peace of mind. The right partner on your side hel…

Volvo Crowns Malaysia’s Most Fuel Efficient Truck…

The annual Volvo Trucks Malaysia Fuelwatch Challenge 2013 concluded with a crescendo as cheers echoed at the announcement of Malaysia’s most fuel efficient trucker at a…

Asian Trucker launches Thai edition of magazine

"We are excited about this" says Stefan Pertz, Editor of the Malaysian and Hong Kong edition of Asian Trucker Magazine. "Ian and his team are very experienced and within…

Fuel & Tyre Management Workshop – Get the most ou…

02 October 2013

Choosing the right fuel for your commercial fleet can make the difference between profit and loss. The right fuel selection is also crucial for the health of your engine…

Leading Corporations Join Forces to Tackle Freigh…

18 October 2013

Leading logistics service providers, DHL and UPS, global home furnishing retailer IKEA, and technology leaders HP and Lenovo, supported by partners, Green Transformation…

Volvo Malaysia Opens New Kuantan Dealership

18 October 2013

Volvo Malaysia (Volvo) has officially opened on 1st of October, its new dealership center at the Gebeng Industrial Area in Kuantan, Pahang as part of its network expansi…

Inside and Out: the Quester

15 November 2013

To the drivers who always wonder if they are hitting the sweet spot, weather to shift up or what is the optimal revolution range that uses the least amount of fuel, thes…

The Asian Trucker Networking Evening is back!

17 November 2013

Seats are limited, so you better register now: Date: 28 November Time: 6 - 9 pm Venue: Out of Africa, PJ Sports Center Register: This email address is being protected…

Second Discover HINO Experience in Kota Kinabalu…

18 November 2013

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, the No. 1 brand in commercial vehicles for all segments, on 13 November 2013 once again provided an experience never to be forgotte…

We will wash your truck!

27 November 2013

This contest will begin on 1st December 2013 and ends on 31 December 2013. All you have to do is to snap a picture of the dirtiest truck you have and send the picture to…

Full Suite of Services from Asian Trucker

29 November 2013

Several questions were repeatedly asked directly to the editor of the Asian Trucker magazine, Stefan Pertz and we would light to shed some light. The name of the magazin…

Volvo Delivers Trucks to Local Companies in Sabah

30 November 2013

Haiweima Sdn Bhd, Syarikat Kretam Mill Sdn Bhd, Majawarisan Sdn Bhd, Kotamas Oil Sdn Bhd, ASTA Enterprise, Abedon Oil Mill Sdn Bhd, and S.P. Hing Seng Sdn Bhd respective…

AFT ASIA 2014 – The Alternative Fuel Transport Ex…

27 December 2013

Asia-Pacific’s premier annual trade event for alternative fuel in transportation is back. The Alternative Fuel Transport Exhibition and conference for Asia pacific tha…

For the stars of the industry: The Mercedes-Benz…

31 December 2013

Acknowledging the importance of the drivers, this club by Mercedes Benz offers benefits and aims at improving the standing of the key people in the industry: the drivers…

New I-See from Volvo cuts haulage firm's fuel cos…

26 September 2012

Beijing – On February 18, Daimler and its Chinese partner Beiqi Foton Motor Co., Ltd. held a festive ceremony to celebrate the reception of the business license for th…

Daimler and Chinese Truck Manufacturer Foton Cele…

19 February 2012

Beijing – On February 18, Daimler and its Chinese partner Beiqi Foton Motor Co., Ltd. held a festive ceremony to celebrate the reception of the business license for th…

Asian Trucker Networking event - April

23 February 2012

The first 50 participants will join for free. Simply sign up for the event in our calendar (News). We will offer free flow of drinks and finger food from 6pm - 9pm on Ap…

3rd International Truck, Bus Expo & Components Ex…

There are some 600 exhibitors from accross the region and as far away as Turkey. But we are also meeting a number of familiar faces from other countries: Exorin and Wabc…

Asian Trucker Networking event postponed

We regret to infrom you that, for reasons beyond our control, Asian Trucker had to postpone our networking event. It will now be held on the 17th of May. Venue and timin…

Meritor Opens Distribution Center in Singapore

With a distribution reach to Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines and Taiwan the new facility will provide commercial…

Fuso on its way to becoming an efficiency champio…

Fuso 2015 growth strategy – Leader in green innovation In its efforts to optimize total cost of ownership and reduce CO2 emissions by 7.5 percent, Fuso aims to be a lea…

Hino Malaysia launches 6 models in the new 300 Se…

The new HINO 300 Series (Light Commercial Vehicle) features the first full automatic transmission gear to be installed in the light commercial vehicle. This reflects HIN…

AUMAN lauches in Malaysia

Angka-Tan Motor Sdn Bhd (ATMSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings Berhad, will be hosting a special Media Preview for the launch the China-made AUMAN Hea…

Company profile: WSI Models - Scale Truck Models

WSI Models B.V. is originally a Dutch company and is an international market leader in the production of truck, trailer, crane, and earth fill vehicle scale models. WSI…

Asian Trucker Networking event getting tremendous…

Just a few days to go to our first Asian Trucker networking event. Already a success with all free tickets being snapped up in a short period of time, we even see guests…

MIBTC - Malaysia International Bus, Truck & Compo…

A new platform for the Bus, Truck and Component industry is about to launch with the MIBTC 2013. Slated to be held in Q2 2013, this exhibition showcases trucks, parts, a…

Renault Premium Lander, the first choice for mult…

Sarawak, 9 May 0212 – Renault Trucks introduced a new version of its truck model for medium heavy haulage, the Renault Premium Lander at Dai Lieng Machinery Sdn. Bhd. Da…

Volvo Uplifts Malaysian Truckers with the 3rd Fue…

Kuala Lumpur, 16 May 2012 – Volvo Malaysia’s annual Fuelwatch Challenge has helped put Malaysian truckers on the global map for the past two years, pitting our local cha…

Volvo Trucks Malaysia crown its Fuelwatch Challen…

Kuala Lumpur, 16 July 2012: Asia Pacific’s biggest competition for truckers, the Fuelwatch Challenge 2012, ended in a grand finale and gala dinner in Volvo’s Shah Alam p…

New I-See from Volvo cuts haulage firm's fuel cos…

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 i…

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