Elecoldxhot has Emerged Champion in Gatsby Styling Dance Contest

Its  final and Elecoldxhot will represent Malaysia on an all-expense paid trip to compete against other regional finalists in Tokyo Grand Final on 28 February 2009. It is undoubtedly Elecodxhot has won the heart of three judges (Dennis Yin-winner of Battleground 2007, Boojae of Floor Fever and Charisma Kantaro, a celebrity dancer from Japan) to emerge as the champion of Gatsby Styling Dance Contest organized by Mandom Malaysia recently.

Held at Mardi Gras, One Utama, Elecoldxhot stands out among the five participants by displaying creative moves, neat footwork, inspiring techniques, unending humors, outstanding originality and innovative hair styling moves that left all the audiences to amaze  and disbelief.

This on-going regional contest was opened exclusively to students from seven countries in Asia-Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Japan. The styling dance is a new dance genre created by Gatsby, Japan’s No.1 men’s grooming brand. It brings out the creativeness in incorporating self choreographed dance that involves hair styling moves. With “styling” as the main theme, the contest provides an avenue for Asian students to express their creativity on stage.

According to Mr. Kuniyuki Ota, Vice President of Mandom (M) sendirian Berhad, the company aims to support creative activities of young Asians and to provide them a platform to exchange cultural differences as well as to nurture interaction among themselves.

Meanwhile, Charisma Kantaro was given the opportunity to organise the Gatsby Styling Dance Contest in Japan, managed to display some of his signature moves and rendition of Styling Dance to mesmerise the audiences as well as the members from the media who almost packed the dance floor.

For more details on dance contest, log on to www.gatsby.com

Honda Malaysia Brings Glittering Night to Medias at Luna Bar

It was a night that has given throngs of  pressmen a great occasion of entertainment to enjoy, an absolute fulfilling varieties of unlimited food and beverages as well as loads of Honda’s funfilled activities that have brought a smile to each and everyone of  them.

This year’s theme “Power of Dreams” associates with ‘water elements’ which means clarity and transparency, has enabled Honda Malaysia to set its pace by unveiling another challenging year to debut Beyond Limits Media Gathering 2009 at Luna Bar, Wisma PanGlobal.

Speaking at the momentous event, Mr. Atsushi Fujimoto, Managing Director & CEO of  Honda Malaysia, said, “Last year, Honda has had a pleasant year by recording a total sales of 32,466 units (slightly below the targeted 33,000 units), facing with global financial crisis, we still manage to achieve an annual growth of 14%…”. Mr. Atsushi also added, “though this year’s uncertain economic climate, Honda remain firm and confident to achieve sales of 35,000 units”. Also present at event were, Mr. Azman Idris, Chief Operating Officer of Honda Malaysia Sendirian Berhad and Miss Andrea Fonseka, MC for the night.

Looking back at its 2008’s launch, the All-New-Accord (launched in April 2008), a sophisticated performance luxury sedan that comes with advanced technology, has received Autocar Asean Car of the Year Awards 2008 for Large Sedan Category and Asian Auto-VCA Auto Industry Awards 2008 for Best Local Assembly Luxury Sedan, managed to sell 7310 units (52% beyond its initial target of 4800 units); the All-New Jazz (which was launched in August 2008), the premium 5-door compact hatchback with class-leading performance, space and style, has registered a total sales of 870 units, has received accolades like Autocar Asean Car of the Year Awards 2008 for Compact Sedan/Hatchback Category and New Straits Times/Maybank Car of the Year 2008  Awards for Premium Small Car; the All-New City that comes with dynamic stylish design, class-leading performance, and ingenious practicality as well as value-for-money of a modern car has received booking of more than 4,500 units, 3 weeks after its debuts.

On the other hand, despite its annual busy schedule, Honda has done its part in giving back to the society in its Corporate Social Responsibility program, such as, organising Honda Dreams Fund Year 2 - a non-binding full scholarship for eligible underprivileged youth based on their dreams, Rhino Rescue Project in its 3rd Year-a project that enhanced environment conservation in collaboration with WWF, signing MOU with Road Safety Department that allows Honda Malaysia stands out to become the first non-national car manufacturer in its commitment to support the government move for safer road, safer cars and safer drivers in Malaysia and lastly the launch of ASIMO – Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility, the world’s first humanoid robot that has inspired all Malaysian to reach for their dreams.

Metrojaya Opens MJ Outlet and Reject Shop to Serve Every Multi Facets of Shoppers

Metrojaya Berhad, one of the major retailer in selling men’s & ladies apparels and accessories, children’s apparels as well as household items has unveiled its 1st MJ Outlet and Reject Shop in Brem Mall Kepong recently.

Located at 1st and 2nd floor with a combined retail space of 46,000, the MJ Outlet and Reject Shop, amounted to a total investment value of about RM4 million, including merchandises, offers up to 70% discounts on well-known brands like Somerset Bay, East India Company, Ruscoe and Co., Alain Delon Durban, Ambrosetti, Portfolio, Body Glove and Skiva; children’s brand namely, Disney stationeries, Barbie, Dora, Ben 10 and branded household  items such as, Laura Ashley, Living Quarters, Alfreso, Esque, Rose Garden, Novelle, Genova and Ann Taylor.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Robert Heng, Chief Executive Officer of Metrojaya, pointed out, ” the reason behind the opening of MJ Outlet & Reject Shop is to provide a proper venue to market our off-the-season products instead of having a warehouse sale all the time”.

RHB Launches TESCO-RHB Cards for the Benefits of All Malaysian Shoppers

In offering Malaysian consumers the fastest way to get more savings and benefits each time they shop, the RHB Banking Group, one of Malaysia’s leading financial services providers, retail industry player Tesco Stores (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd and the world’s largest retail electronic payments network, Visa have joined forces and launched two co-brand cards: the Tesco-RHB Credit Card and Tesco-RHB Debit Card.

The launch of these cards – at a time of escalating costs and cautious spending – plays an important role in helping customers trim their expenses and manage their spending more effectively.

Designed with the consumer in mind, the Tesco-RHB Credit and Debit Cards are ideal for people from all walks of life. The cards come with benefits that give shoppers more value at Tesco outlets and other establishments.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Michael Barrett, Group Managing Director of the RHB Banking Group, said, “With the collaborative offering of the Tesco-RHB Credit and Debit Cards, customers will get more value and savings – it is a proposition that helps bring financial relief, particularly during these challenging times. In a nutshell, both Tesco-RHB Credit and Debit Cards are designed to help customers shop smarter”.

According to Mr. David Hobbs, Chief Operating Officer of Tesco Stores (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, “We are the only hypermarket to run its own loyalty card (Clubcard) and today we are delighted to launch the Tesco-RHB credit and debit cards, giving customers up to 5% cash back plus double Clubcard points at Tesco as well as accumulating Clubcard points on all spending outside of Tesco”. Mr. Hobbs also added, “as of todate Tesco has a total of 2 million Tesco Clubcard holders,  which has given out more than 10 million points. With the anticipation of opening 4 more outlets, Tesco hopes to have a total of 2.5 milion Tesco Clubcard members”.

Meanwhile, Mr. Renzo Viegas of RHB Retail Head said,” This year, RHB Bank Berhad hopes to secure 250,000 new credit card customers by offering  more rewards and benefits to them”. Mr.Renzo also added,” RHB will always try to cater to all segments of the market so that everyone will benefit from the cards introduced by the company”. The launch of RHB-Tesco cards was graced by Dato’ Sharir Abdul Samad, Minister of Domestic Trade & Consumer Affair. Also present at the event were, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Abid, Chairman of Tesco Stores Malaysia, Dato’ Abdullah Mat Noh, Chairman of RHB Investment Bank and Director of RHB Bank Berhad, Mr. Stuart Tomlinson, Country Manager of Visa Malaysia, Mr. Paul Morris, Marketing Director of Tesco Malaysia and Mr. Sonii Hwang of Tesco.

Customers who apply for the Tesco-RHB Credit Card will get a 2% cash rebate and earn double Clubcard Points every day at all Tesco stores. On the last weekend of each month, they will enjoy a higher cash rebate of 5% as well as earning double Clubcard Points. These Clubcard Points will be converted to Clubcard cash vouchers which customers can use to offset their spending at Tesco. Additionally, with the credit card, customers can accumulate Clubcard Points anywhere and whenever they use it, be it for dining, shopping, travelling or petrol purchases.

The Tesco-RHB Debit Card provides the convenience of cash in a card, making it safer and more convenient for customers to shop. Applying for the debit card is also easy as there is no income requirement.

Every time customers spend with the Tesco-RHB Debit Card, they will collect up to five times as many Clubcard Points at Tesco stores. The debit card works just like the Tesco-RHB Visa Credit Card: customers can use it to earn Clubcard Points anywhere and any time, from restaurants to petrol stations.

Customers who wish to apply for the Tesco-RHB Credit and Debit Cards or get more information can go to any RHB Bank branch or Tesco store nationwide.

Edaran Tan Chong Motor Reveals Impul Tuned Grand Livina

Since the launch of Grand Livina in December 2007, the 7-seater has undoubtedly capture the hearts of many young and dynamic families who seek the versatility of a modern car. To step up the momentum of  its predecessor’s  successes, Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sendirian Berhad has revealed the debuts of Grand Livina Tuned by Impul- a world renowned Japanese motorsports and specialist Nissan tuning expert,  Impul Motor Racing Development.

Gracing the new Impul Grand Livina launch which was held at its PJ Showroom, Dato’ Ang Bon Beng, Executive Director of Edaran Tan Chong Motor, said “…Edaran Tan Chong is targeting “the young at heart” consumers and is expecting to sell at least 100 units per month…”. Also present at the launch was, Mr. Kazuyoshi Hoshino, President of  Hoshino Impul Co. Ltd.

The Impul Grand Livina will cost RM10,500 more than the standard Grand Livina 1.6-litre and 1.8-litre variants. Aside from the Japan-manufactured alloy wheels, all Impul Grand Livina parts are produced locally.

The Impul Parts that are fitted onto Grand Livina variant are Impul Complete Aerokit, Impul Sports Suspension System, Impul Blast II Exhaust Muffler and 17-inch Impul Aura SX-10 Alloy Wheels with Dunlop Formula D 01 205/45 R17 Tyres.

For more information, kindly contact Mr. Alan Khoo at 603 4047 8786 or visit www.impul.com.my