Tech: BMW Motorrad introduces Dynamic Brake Light systems for the EU/ECE - They should go global with this A.S.A.P

I do not usually write about motorcycles per se. Not a big fan of them but I do acknowledge their existence on the road and their purpose for being there. Maybe the larger bikes, but not the mosquito-like (read: irritating) kapchais on the road today. 

Anyway, this piece of news from BMW Motorrad is interesting. They have introduced dynamic brake light systems for some of their bikes -  R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure and S 1000 XR. The K 1600 GT, GTL and GTL Exclusive luxury tourers. Limited to the European Union and ECE areas for the moment, the dynamic brake light can warn drivers of vehicles following the bikes in a very clear and precise manner. 

There are two stages in the Dynamic Brake Light system. When the motorcycle in front brakes hard or makes an emergency braking manoeuvre. Stage one is activated when the motorcycle decelerates from speeds above 50 km/h. In this case the brake light flashes with a frequency of 5 Hz. As the motorcycle approaches standstill (< 14 km/h), the hazard warning flashers are also turned on in the second stage. These remain turned on until the motorcycle accelerates again to a minimum speed of 20 km/h.

A simple yet innovative function that would alert other road users following the bikes. Hopefully BMW Motorrad will standardise this system globally. It makes a lot of sense. It also would save more lives.

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BMW Motorrad introduces dynamic brake light.Achieving an even higher level of safety by improving brake light warning function. ABS Pro incl. dynamic brake light available for six models from model year 2016.

Munich. Braking and being seen by the traffic behind is of essential importance for motorcycle riders. That is why BMW Motorrad has developed the dynamic brake light as a component of the Strategy “Safety 360°”. It can warn drivers of following vehicles even better about when the motorcycle in front of them is braking.

This additional brake light function, which is still limited to the EU / ECE area, warns following traffic in two stages when the motorcycle in front brakes hard or makes an emergency braking manoeuvre. Stage one is activated when the motorcycle decelerates from speeds above 50 km/h. In this case the brake light flashes with a frequency of 5 Hz. As the motorcycle approaches standstill (< 14 km/h), the hazard warning flashers are also turned on in the second stage. These remain turned on until the motorcycle accelerates again to a minimum speed of 20 km/h.

ABS Pro incl. dynamic brake light available for six models from model year 2016.

The dynamic brake light is available as an option ex works in conjunction with ABS Pro (in conjunction with the option “Ride Modes Pro”) from model year 2016 for the models R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure and S 1000 XR. The K 1600 GT, GTL and GTL Exclusive luxury tourers will feature this safety feature as standard from model year 2016 - as the ideal supplement to ABS Pro.

Compared to conventional ABS, ABS Pro goes a step further offering increased safety when braking in bends by allowing ABS-supported braking when banking. Here, ABS Pro prevents the wheels from locking even when the brakes are applied quickly; this reduces abrupt changes in steering force on shock-braking manoeuvres and stops the motorcycle from rearing up unintentionally. The benefits of ABS Pro to the rider are a sensitive response and a high level of brake and ride stability together with the best possible deceleration on bends.

You will find press material on BMW motorcycles and BMW Motorrad rider equipment in the BMW Group PressClub at www.press.bmwgroup.com.

The BMW Group

With its three brands BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. As a global company, the BMW Group operates 30 production and assembly facilities in 14 countries and has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.

In 2014, the BMW Group sold approximately 2.118 million cars and 123,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax for the financial year 2014 was approximately € 8.71 billion on revenues amounting to € 80.40 billion. As of 31 December 2014, the BMW Group had a workforce of 116,324 employees.

The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company has therefore established ecological and social sustainability throughout the value chain, comprehensive product responsibility and a clear commitment to conserving resources as an integral part of its strategy.

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Lowongan Kerja BUMN PT SUCOFINDO (Persero) - Pegawai Berpengalaman - Juli 2015

Info Loker BUMN Juli 2015 PT SUCOFINDO (Persero) - PT Superintending Company of Indonesia (Persero), atau lebih populer disingkat SUCOFINDO, adalah sebuah BUMN Indonesia yang bergerak dalam bidang pemeriksaan, pengawasan, pengujian, dan pengkajian. Saat ini, 95% saham Sucofindo dimiliki Pemerintah Republik Indonesia, dan 5% oleh Societe Generale de Surveillance Holding
SA (“SGS”).
SUCOFINDO sendiri berdiri pada 22 Oktober 1956. Bisnis SUCOFINDO bermula dari kegiatan perdagangan terutama komoditas pertanian, dan kelancaran arus barang dan pengamanan devisa negara dalam perdagangan ekspor-impor. Seiring dengan perkembangan kebutuhan dunia usaha, SUCOFINDO melakukan langkah kreatif dan menawarkan inovasi jasa-jasa baru berbasis kompetensinya.
Lowongan Kerja BUMN Juli 2015 PT SUCOFINDO (Persero) - Bisnis jasa pertama yang dimiliki SUCOFINDO adalah cargo superintendence dan inspeksi. Kemudian melalui studi analisis dan inovasi, SUCOFINDO melakukan diversifikasi jasa sehingga lahirlah jasa-jasa warehousing dan forwarding, analytical laboratories, industrial and marine engineering, dan fumigation and industrial hygiene.
Keanekaragaman jasa-jasa SUCOFINDO dikemas secara terpadu, jaringan kerja Laboratorium, cabang dan titik layanan di berbagai Kota di Indonesia serta didukung oleh 2.646 Tenaga Profesional yang ahli di bidangnya.

Lowongan Kerja BUMN PT SUCOFINDO (Persero)

Pegawai Tidak Tetap - Juli 2015

PT SUCOFINDO (Persero) memberikan kesempatan kepada putra-putri terbaik Indonesia dengan integritas serta komitmen tinggi untuk bergabung dan berkarir bersama kami dengan mengisi Loker BUMN Juli 2015 pada posisi Pegawai Tidak Tetap sebagai berikut :

Business Analyst Specialist (Kode : BA - PBK)

Kualifikasi Khusus :

• Sarjana Teknik Mesin / Teknik Kimia / Teknik Industri
• Pengalaman 5 tahun di Perusahaan sejenis, termasuk 1 tahun di bidang pengembangan jasa/bisnis
• Memahami analisa dan kajian bisnis (diantaranya studi kalayakan bisnis)

Business Development Corporate Specialis (Kode : BDC - PBK)

Kualifikasi Khusus :

• Sarjana Teknik Mesin / Teknik Kimia / Teknik Elektro / Teknik Industri
• Pengalaman 5 tahun di Perusahaan sejenis, termasuk 1 tahun di bidang pengembangan jasa/bisnis
• Memahami analisa dan kajian bisnis (diantaranya studi kalayakan bisnis)

Kualifikasi Umum :

• Seleksi dan Penempatan : Jakarta
• Berkewarganegaraan Indonesia (WNI).
• IPK minimal minimal 3,00 dari skala 4.00
• Umur maksimal 27 tahun pada saat mengajukan surat lamaran.
• Belum menikah/diutamakan.
• Bersedia ditempatkan di seluruh wilayah kerja PT SUCOFINDO (PERSERO)
• Tidak pernah diberhentikan tidak dengan hormat sebagai pegawai suatu instansi pemerintah ataupun swasta
• Tidak mempunyai hubungan keluarga dengan pegawai perusahaan sebagai suami-isteri; kakak adik kandung/tiri/angkat; orang tua – anak kandung/tiri/angkat

Tata Cara Pengajuan Lamaran : 

Jika Anda memenuhi kualifikasi pakerjaan ini, silakan kirimkan Surat lamaran pekerjaan dengan melampirkan :
1. Surat Lamaran
2. Biodata Pribadi lengkap
3. Pasfoto ukuran 6 x 8 dan Post Card (seluruh badan)
4. Copy Akta Kelahiran
5. Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian (SKCK)
6. Surat Keterangan sehat dari Dokter
7. Copy KTP yang masih berlaku
8. Copy Kartu Keluarga
9. Copy Ijazah beserta transkrip akademik yang sudah dilegalisir
10. Copy Sertifikat lainnya yang mendukung

Dengan mencantumkan Kode Posisi Jabatan lengkap pada sudut kanan atas amplop dan ditujukan kepada :

PT SUCOFINDO (PERSERO)

Jl. Raya Pasar Minggu Kav 34 Jakarta 12780

Divisi Human Capital

Atau email ke : budir@sucofindo.co.id atau yessiria@sucofindo.co.id

Pengajuan paling lambat 16 Juli 2015

Informasi lebih lanjut, silakan lihat sumber resmi dari SUCOFINDO di link sumber berikut ini :
Lowongan Kerja BUMN PT SUCOFINDO (Persero)

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Service your Hyundai and will an all-expense paid vacation to watch the WRC in Spain!

In conjunction with its current service promotion, Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) is organising a contest that will allow three lucky customers to win an all-expense-paid trip to Spain to witness firsthand how the Hyundai i20 performs at the upcoming World Rally Championship (WRC) in Tarragona, Spain. 

Hyundai customers only need to send their cars to any Hyundai authorised service centres for their regular service maintenance from the 1st July to 15th August 2015 and spend a minimum of RM500 to be eligible to participate in a lucky draw contest that will win them a package to watch the WRC in Spain. The WRC which will be held in Spain from the 22nd to 25th October 2015 will be a thrilling race with WRC cars put to the tests on both gravel and asphalt tracks in the hills of Tarragona. 

NEWS RELEASE 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AN ALL-EXPENSE-PAID TRIP TO THE WRC IN SPAIN
FOR LUCKY HYUNDAI CUSTOMERS 

SHAH ALAM, 7 July 2015 – Win an all-expense-paid trip to Spain and be among three lucky Hyundai customers to witness firsthand how the Hyundai i20 performs at the upcoming World Rally Championship (WRC) in Tarragona, Spain.

It is as simple as it sounds. Hyundai customers only need to send their cars to any Hyundai authorised service centres for their regular service maintenance from the 1st July to 15th August 2015 and spend a minimum of RM500 to be eligible to participate in a lucky draw contest that will win them a package to watch the WRC in Spain. The WRC which will be held in Spain from the 22nd to 25th October 2015 will be a thrilling race with WRC cars put to the tests on both gravel and asphalt tracks in the hills of Tarragona.

Themed ‘Service your way to Spain!’ this service campaign offers more than just an opportunity to win a trip. Every customer who sends the car in for servicing during the campaign period will be given a 20% discount on selected Hyundai Genuine Parts, a 10% discount on labour charges, free 20-point inspection and also a limited edition Hyundai umbrella with a total of RM250 spent on a single receipt (while stocks last).

According to Mr Lau Yit Mun, Managing Director of Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM), the Hyundai Motorsport Team has established itself as a genuine contender in the tough WRC environment since its debut last season.

“This year the Hyundai Motorsport Team will carve another important milestone by adding the fourth Hyundai i20 WRC into the race. The i20 WRC which is the culmination of Hyundai’s latest high performance technology has performed very well in tough terrains and we would like to give our customers an opportunity to witness its performance live,” said Mr Lau.

Customers who would like more information on this service promotion, can head to the nearest sales outlet or call Hyundai’s Customer Careline at 1-300-13-2000.

About Hyundai Motorsport GmbH
Established on 19 December 2012, Hyundai Motorsport GmbH is responsible for Hyundai’s global motorsport activities and primarily for its World Rally Championship programme.  Based in Alzenau on the outskirts of Frankfurt in Germany, the company embarked on its debut season in the FIA World Rally Championship in 2014 with a bespoke team of skilled staff and a brand new car, the Hyundai i20 WRC. The team made a strong impression in its first year claiming podium results in Mexico and Poland, as well as a memorable 1-2 in Germany with Thierry Neuville and Dani Sordo. 2015 is Hyundai Motorsport’s second season in WRC and the team aims to build on the firm foundations laid in its maiden year of competition.

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Lowongan Kerja Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta - Pegawai Kontrak, Min SMA - Juli 2015

Info Loker Juli 2015 Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta - Setiap tahun, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) memperingati tanggal 21 Mei sebagai tanggal kelahirannya. Tanggal ini adalah tanggal berdirinya Institut Keguruan dan Ilmu Kependidikan (IKIP) Yogyakarta yang merupakan pendahulu UNY. IKIP Yogyakarta diresmikan oleh Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi dan Ilmu pengetahuan (PTIP) pada tanggal 21 Mei 1964.
Perubahan IKIP Yogyakarta menjadi Universitas Yogyakarta (UNY) memang mengandung pro dan kontra di dalam masyarakat. Hal ini menunjukan adanya indikasi kuat dan valid bahwa IKIP Yogyakarta memang telah menjadi bagian penting dari system kehidupan masyarakat dan system pendidikan nasional di Indonesia. Dinamika dan wacana dalam masyarakat menggambarkan adanya kekhawatiran akan terlantarnya pendidikan guru setelah IKIP Yogyakarta berubah menjadi UNY.
Kerja keras tersebut menuai hasil pada tahun 2009, sebanyak 11 unit kerja di UNY dinyatakan layak menerima setifikat ISO 9001:2000 yang dikeluarkan oleh PT. Sucifindo Jakarta. Upacara penyerahan Sertifikat ISO 9001:2000 tersebut dilakukan Mendiknas RI, Prof. Dr. Bambang Sudibyo, MBA. Pada 21 April 2009 melalui menteri Keuangan RI No. 130/KMK.05/2009, UNY telah ditetapkan sebagai instansi pemerintah yang menerapkan Pengelolaan Keuangan Badan Layanan Umum (PK-BLU) secara penuh. Pada tahun 2010, UNY menerapkan ISO 9001:2008.
Lowongan Kerja Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta - Saat ini UNY terus berupaya meningkatkan diri melalui peningkatan kualitas manajemen institusi pendididkan dan dosen, keunggulan dan kepemimpinan, maupun dukungan fasilitas disemua fakultas dan unit-unit bertaraf internasional. Sejak tahun 2007 UNY telah mengembangkan paradigm pembelajaran online terpadu (E-learning UNY) dan berlangganan jurnal elektronik dari proQuest yang memuat tidak kurang dari 700 jurnal internasional di bidang pendidikan. Akses LAN di area kampus melalui nirkabel juga telah tersedia melalui hotspot wifi di 43 titik strategis dengan coverage area mencapai 80% wilayah kampus. Di samping itu, UNY juga tengah membangun networking dengan berbagai universitas dan pusat riset seluruh dunia.

Lowongan Kerja Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Pegawai Kontrak, Min SMA - Juli 2015

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta membuka kesempatan kepada Warga Negara Indonesia yang memiliki integritas dan komitmen tinggi untuk menjadi Pegawai Kontrak (dengan standar penggajian UMK) di lingkungan Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, dengan ketentuan sebagai berikut:

Kualifikasi Umum :

• Warga Negara Republik Indonesia, diutamakan berdomisili di wilayah DIY;
• Bertakwa kepada Tuhan Yang Mahaesa;
• Berusia minimal 18 (delapan belas) tahun dan maksimal 35 (tiga puluh lima) tahun pada tanggal 1 Juli 2015;
• Mempunyai kompetensi yang dibutuhkan;
• Sehat jasmani rohani dan bebas narkoba;
• Berkelakuan baik dan tidak pernah dihukum penjara atau kurungan berdasarkan putusan pengadilan yang mempunyai kekuatan hukum yang tetap;
• Tidak pernah diberhentikan dengan hormat tidak atas permintaan sendiri atau tidak dengan hormat sebagai PNS/Anggota TNI/POLRI/pegawai swasta;
• Tidak sedang menjalani perjanjian/kontrak kerja/ikatan dinas pada instansi lain.

Kualifikasi Pendidikan dan persyaratan yang dibutuhkan :

Tata Cara Pendaftaran :

• Pelamar mengisi formulir pendaftaran secara on line (http://recruitment.uny.ac.id).
• Peserta yang dinyatakan lulus Tes Kemampuan Dasar (TKD) dipanggil untuk Tes Kemampuan Bidang (TKB), termasuk wawancara;
• Penyerahan berkas lamaran dilaksanakan pada saat wawancara.
• Berkas lamaran dimasukkan ke dalam stopmap berwarna:

1. Merah untuk SLTA (SMA/SMK/Sederajat);
2. Kuning untuk Diploma (D3);
3. Hijau untuk Sarjana (S1);
4. Biru untuk Magister (S2).

• Berkas lamaran disusun dengan urutan sebagai berikut:

1. Foto copy Kartu Tanda Penduduk (KTP) yang masih berlaku;
2. Surat lamaran ditujukan kepada Rektor Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta dan tidak perlu bermaterai;
3. Foto copy ijazah yang dilegalisasi oleh pejabat yang berwenang dengan menunjukkan Ijazah asli;
4. Foto copy transkrip yang dilegalisasi oleh pejabat yang berwenang (untuk lulusan D3, S1, dan S2) dengan menunjukkan Transkrip asli;
5. Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian (SKCK) asli;
6. Surat Keterangan Kesehatan dan Bebas Narkoba;
7. Surat pernyataan tidak pernah diberhentikan dengan hormat tidak atas permintaan sendiri atau tidak dengan hormat sebagai PNS/ Anggota TNI/ POLRI/ pegawai swasta (format dapat diunduh di http://recruitment.uny.ac.id);
8. Surat pernyataan yang sudah diisi dan ditandatangani di atas meterai Rp 6.000,00 (format dapat diunduh di http://recruitment.uny.ac.id).

Pengajuan paling lambat 9 Juli 2015 pukul 15:00 WIB

Untuk informasi lebih lanjut, silakan lihat sumber resmi dari UNY di link sumber berikut ini :
Penerimaan Pegawai Kontrak Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

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Volkswagen Malaysia establishes a Parts hub in Shah Alam

More good news for those who already use or are planing to buy Volkswagen cars. Volkswagen Malaysia has established a Parts Hub in Shah Alam. The new Parts Hub is an extension of the regional Volkswagen Parts Centre in Singapore (which explains why that when a part needs to be replaced, it may take longer than it should). The new centre has been operational since early this month.

Anyway, with this new Parts Hub, the obvious benefits would be a quicker turn around time for repairs and warranty claims. As it should be for any company that wishes to grow and expand as well as keep its customers happy.

PRESS RELEASE

Wait no more for Volkswagen spare parts as the marque expands its distribution centre to Shah Alam.

Kuala Lumpur, 7 July 2015 – For most Malaysians, getting around in their vehicles is a daily necessity. As it has become an extension of their daily lives, it is vital to ensure the car stays in tip top condition. When a problem arises, parts will need to be replaced, a process that sometimes takes longer than it should.

To alleviate the waiting period, Volkswagen Malaysia has enhanced it’s after sales service offerings by establishing a Parts Hub in Shah Alam. This installation serves as an extension of Volkswagen‘s Parts Centre in Singapore – a facility that manages daily orders and deliveries since July 2014.

The 10,000 sqf storage centre here will receive parts from the Singapore centre and the Volkswagen plant in Kassel, Germany; the second largest production facility.

For an efficient delivery turnaround time, Parts Hub will work hand-in-hand with its counterpart in Singapore to process order submissions twice-a-day. Distribution of parts like market focus inventory, campaign and high demand parts will be dispatched twice-daily to dealerships nationwide from either Singapore or Shah Alam.

“Volkswagen is ‘Always by your side’ and customer satisfaction is our highest priority. With the establishment of this seamless integration between dealerships and Parts Hub, we have significantly reduced the waiting period. Therefore the performance of your Volkswagen car is always optimal,” said Volkswagen Malaysia managing director Armin Keller.

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Truck and Bus News: Volvo Trucks Opens Newly Upgraded Dealership in Prai

His Excellency Mr Bengt Carlsson (second from left) and Mats Nilsson (seventh from left) with Volvo customers Tanjong Express Sdn Bhd and Kumpulan Samastar Sdn Bhd, during the truck handover ceremony at the launch of the newly upgraded Volvo Prai dealership

The newly upgraded Volvo Prai dealership recently opened its doors to customers in the northern region, strengthening the brand’s presence in Malaysia and elevating its aftermarket support to a higher level. Officiated by the Ambassador of Sweden to Malaysia, His Excellency Mr Bengt Carlsson, Volvo’s Prai dealership upgrade follows the introduction of its two recently upgraded facilities in Sibu and Ipoh earlier this year.

Situated strategically in the Prai Industrial Zone, the new facility sits on a 2.9-acre land (11,7035 sq. metres) and has a built-up area of over 2,932 sq. metres (31,555 sq. feet). It now boasts 10 work bays and can service up to 15 to 20 trucks per day – a 50 percent increase in capacity. Other services available at this dealership include a wash bay, tyre alignment and balancing, mobile four-post lifter for preventive maintenance check, and the latest tools and equipment set-up to diagnose vehicles and conduct quality repair.

The upgrading of Volvo’s Prai dealership is part of the Swedish giant’s RM 75 million investment and strategic implementation of its Dealer Operating Standard (DOS) Enhancement Programme. Encompassing a total of 7 dealership upgrades which started aggressively in 2014, the aim of this programme is to raise the bar in customer care and to ensure that all dealership processes comply with the Volvo standards of quality products and services. These standards comprise elements such as good productivity, service quality, improved customer satisfaction, and environmental care.

Press Information

Volvo’s new Prai dealership – bigger, better and ready to serve customers in the northern region  

Lim Eng Loon, General Manager, Peninsular Malaysia, Volvo Malaysia, His Excellency Mr Bengt Carlsson, Swedish Ambassador to Malaysia, Mats Nilsson, Managing Director, Volvo Malaysia, Mahadevan Santhanasamy, Dealer Manager, Northern Region, Volvo Malaysia

Newly upgraded Prai dealership opens for business, proves to be another testament of Volvo’s continuous effort in network expansion

PRAI, 6 July 2015 – The newly upgraded Volvo Prai dealership recently opened its doors to customers in the northern region, strengthening the brand’s presence in Malaysia and elevating its aftermarket support to a higher level.

Officiated by the Ambassador of Sweden to Malaysia, His Excellency Mr Bengt Carlsson in an evening function in the presence of long-time customers and members of the press, Volvo’s Prai dealership upgrade follows the introduction of its two recently upgraded facilities in Sibu and Ipoh earlier this year.

The upgrading of Volvo’s Prai dealership is part of the Swedish giant’s RM 75 million investment and strategic implementation of its Dealer Operating Standard (DOS) Enhancement Programme. Encompassing a total of 7 dealership upgrades which started aggressively in 2014, the aim of this programme is to raise the bar in customer care and to ensure that all dealership processes comply with the Volvo standards of quality products and services. These standards comprise elements such as good productivity, service quality, improved customer satisfaction, and environmental care.

“Our Prai dealership has undergone significant upgrades in terms of space and facilities with an investment of RM 8.5 million. Investments like this are crucial for the further development of Volvo in Malaysia. The launch of this 3S centre demonstrates Volvo’s commitment in providing Malaysians a closer reach to our total brand and ownership experience. It reflects on our expanding presence in the northern part of Malaysia and also mirrors our growth strategy,” said Mats Nilsson, Managing Director of Volvo Malaysia.

“Our workforce of 14 dedicated personnel supported by our global network, are ready to offer customers the highest level of service standards and care in the transport industry. I am confident that the new Prai dealership will increase customer satisfaction significantly”, added Nilsson.

Situated strategically in the Prai Industrial Zone, the new facility sits on a 2.9-acre land (11,7035 sq. metres) and has a built-up area of over 2,932 sq. metres (31,555 sq. feet). Its location along the main road ensures good visibility for truck drivers.

It now boasts 10 work bays and can service up to 15 to 20 trucks per day – a 50 percent increase in capacity. Other services available at this dealership include a wash bay, tyre alignment and balancing, mobile four-post lifter for preventive maintenance check, and the latest tools and equipment set-up to diagnose vehicles and conduct quality repair.

In addition to providing quality aftermarket service for the vehicles, the facility is also designed with the truck drivers in mind. A driver lounge with overnight facility which is equipped with Astro and wifi connectivity, shower and prayers room as well as complimentary lunch and beverages (upon request) are also available to ensure that drivers’ are well rested in order to perform at an optimum level.

“Safety on the road is of paramount importance to us at Volvo. Based on our driver training programme which we have been offering to our customers and which allows us to train and speak with thousands of truck drivers in Malaysia, we found that fatigue management is a constant  challenge for them. Our overnight facility will allow tired drivers to get a good night’s sleep while their truck is being check on at our dealership here”, remarked Nilsson.

The opening of the new dealership was also marked by a symbolic truck key handover ceremony to two of Volvo’s long-term customers, Tanjong Express Sdn Bhd and Samastar Sdn Bhd, whom recently placed new orders for trucks. Both companies respectively reiterated their confidence in Volvo’s products as well as aftermarket services, and affirms their continued partnership with the Swedish truck maker – which is currently the leading brand in the European heavy-duty segment.

The commemoration of Volvo newly upgraded Prai dealership additionally saw the company’s bus division, Volvo Buses Malaysia, handing over its latest chassis range B7R to Siang Yun Transportation Sdn Bhd.

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Industry News: TOC VENTURES INTO MYANMAR - AUTOMOTIVE COURSES TO KICKSTART MMIVT IN 2016

TOC Automotive College Founder & CEO, Adelaine Foo and TOC Training Director, Allan Cabiles exchanging MoU with representatives from Viva Global Education (VGE), witnessed by MATRADE CEO, Dato’ Dzulkifli Mahmud at Menara MATRADE in Kuala Lumpur 

Recently I received news from the good people of the TOC (The Automotive College that they were spreading their wings to Myanmar. Our homegrown automotive school had sign a MoU with Viva Global Education Sdn Bhd towards forming something called the Malaysia-Myanmar Institute of Vocational Training (MMIVT) in Yangon.

Viva Global Education will be partnering with Myanmar’s Ministry of Science & Technology to obtain an operating license for the MMIVT and Myanmar’s National Skill Standards Authority (NSSA) under the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security to establish competency standards and create training programmes endorsed by the NSSA.

Definitely good to hear our local companies going abroad and establishing footholds elsewhere. It goes to show that we have got to think and go global in the long run. Of course, this isn't TOC's first foray overseas. They already have a training centre over in Gold Coast, Australia.

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Academic Partners from UCSI University, Clara International Aesthetic College, TOC Automotive College and Tunku Abdul Rahman University College  in a group photo after the MoU Sigining Ceremony with Viva Global Education.

KUALA LUMPUR, 29 June 2015 – TOC Automotive College (TOC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Viva Global Education Sdn Bhd (VGE) on Thursday towards establishing the Malaysia-Myanmar Institute of Vocational Training (MMIVT) in Yangon.

TOC, a globally acknowledged automotive college will be offering first class vocational courses through the institution of an automotive training facility to fill the void for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Myanmar.

The objective is to provide technical and management skills crucially required by the Myanmar’s budding workforce to find employment in the numerous locally and foreign owned companies in Myanmar.

Founder & Chief Executive Officer of TOC, Adelaine Foo says: “We are very pleased to be collaborating with VGE and MATRADE to cater the needs of Myanmar’s flourishing industry through extending our technical expertise.

“TOC is certain that the training facility, comprising of our locally and internationally recognized automotive courses will help kick start the MMIVT pilot programme by first quarter of next year with a positive impact,” she added.

The MMIVT is a privately funded TVET provider, supported by Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) through its International Cross Border Partnership Programme.

Targeting an enrolment of 900 students during its first year of commencement by 2016, VGE is collaborating with TOC amongst other education partners including USCI University, Tunku Abdul Rahman University College and Clara International Aesthetic College.

At its inception, MMIVT would be offering courses in Automotive Technology, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Accounting & Finance and Beauty & Wellness.

Meanwhile, MATRADE CEO, Dato’ Dzulkifli Mahmud is confident that MMIVT can be a catalyst for a collaborative platform for Malaysia and Myanmar to have a closer business and economic relationship.

“I am positive that MMIVT will contribute particularly in human capital development of the country by filling-in the needs for technical skills development, particularly for the young population of Myanmar,” Dzulkifli said in his speech before witnessing the MoU signing ceremony in Menara MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur.

VGE will be partnering with Myanmar’s Ministry of Science & Technology to obtain an operating license for the MMIVT and Myanmar’s National Skill Standards Authority (NSSA) under the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security to establish competency standards and create training programmes endorsed by the NSSA.

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