Author: Helmi Aziz

Pada 21 Mac 2023, Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup (KPDN) berjaya menumpaskan aktiviti penyelewengan minyak diesel bersubsidi menggunakan OPS TIRIS dalam serbuan di sebuah premis tidak bernombor di Semenyih, Selangor yang disyaki digunakan sebagai stor penyimpanan dan pemindahan minyak diesel bersubsidi.

Serbuan yang dilakukan oleh sepasukan anggota penguat kuasa daripada KPDN Putrajaya bermula kira-kira jam 9.30 malam itu adalah hasil risikan yang telah dilakukan oleh pihak KPDN selama beberapa hari sebelum serbuan.

Hasil pemeriksaan lanjut ke atas keseluruhan premis, pasukan serbuan telah menemukan minyak diesel dengan kuantiti keseluruhan berjumlah 5,000 liter serta beberapa peralatan lain yang digunakan untuk kegiatan penyelewengan minyak diesel.

Minyak diesel, pam bermotor, paip penyambung, beberapa dokumen berkaitan serta peralatan-peralatan lain yang ditemui di lokasi serbuan telah 2 disita bagi tujuan siasatan lanjut. Nilai keseluruhan rampasan dianggarkan berjumlah RM 13,250.00.

Kertas siasatan telah dibuka dan siasatan lanjut ke atas kes ini sedang dilakukan di bawah Akta Kawalan Bekalan (AKB) 1961 bagi mengenalpasti individu/syarikat yang terlibat dalam aktiviti ini serta rantaian pengedaran minyak diesel tersebut termasuklah sumber minyak diesel ini diperolehi dan diedarkan.

Berdasarkan statistik penguatkuasaan OPS TIRIS bermula 1 Mac 2023 sehingga 21 Mac 2023, sebanyak 2,582 pemeriksaan telah dilakukan di seluruh Negara. Daripada jumlah itu, sebanyak 69 kes telah dihasilkan yang melibatkan nilai rampasan keseluruhan berjumlah RM 1.27 juta.

KPDN ingin memberi amaran keras ke atas mana-mana individu/syarikat yang berkaitan agar sentiasa mematuhi perundangan yang telah ditetapkan. Mana-mana orang yang melakukan kesalahan boleh diambil tindakan di bawah Akta Kawalan Bekalan 1961 (Akta 122) dan jika disabitkan boleh didenda tidak lebih RM1,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Satu Juta) manakala bagi kesalahan berikutnya tidak melebihi RM3,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Tiga Juta) bagi orang perseorangan atau penjara tidak melebihi tiga tahun atau kedua-duanya sekali manakala bagi syarikat sekiranya sabit kesalahan boleh didenda tidak melebihi RM2,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Dua Juta) manakala bagi kesalahan berikutnya tidak melebihi RM5,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Lima Juta).

Selain itu, syarikat ini juga akan disiasat di bawah Akta Pencegahan Pengubahan Wang Haram, Pencegahan Pembiayaan Keganasan dan Hasil Daripada Aktiviti Haram 2001 (AMLATFPUAA 2001) (Akta 613) iaitu kesalahan pengubahan wang haram bagi tujuan mengesan, membeku, menyita serta sehingga ke peringkat perlucutanhak ke atas apa-apa hasil pendapatan atau harta yang dijana daripada aktiviti haram penyelewengan berkaitan minyak diesel.

Jika disabitkan dengan kesalahan di bawah Akta 613 ini boleh dipenjarakan selama tempoh tidak melebihi lima belas (15) tahun dan juga boleh didenda tidak kurang daripada lima kali ganda jumlah atau nilai hasil daripada aktiviti haram atau peralatan kesalahan itu pada masa kesalahan itu dilakukan atau lima juta ringgit yang mana yang lebih tinggi.

KPDN akan mempergiatkan operasi ke atas pihak-pihak lain yang terlibat melalui proses pengauditan bersama agensi penguatkuasaan lain seperti Pusat Pencegahan Jenayah Kewangan Nasional (NFCC), Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN) dan Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) bagi memastikan ketirisan dan penyelewengan ke atas barangan kawalan dan bersubsidi terutamanya minyak diesel ini dapat dibanteras daripada terus berleluasa.

KPDN juga ingin memberikan amaran keras kepada semua yang berkaitan dan menegaskan bahawa Kementerian tidak akan berkompromi dengan mana-mana pihak yang didapati terlibat dalam sindiket dan aktiviti haram ini. Tindakan tegas akan diambil termasuklah mendakwa mereka di 4 Mahkamah berdasarkan peruntukan undang-undang di bawah Akta Kawalan Bekalan 1961 dan Akta Pencegahan Pengubahan Wang Haram, Pencegahan Pembiayaan Keganasan dan Hasil Daripada Aktiviti Haram 2001 (AMLATFPUAA 2001).

Masyarakat disaran untuk menjadi mata dan telinga kepada pihak berkuasa dengan memberikan kerjasama sekiranya mempunyai sebarang maklumat terutamanya berhubung aktiviti penyelewengan barang kawalan dan bersubsidi bagi memastikan aktiviti haram ini dapat dibanteras sehingga ke akar umbi yang boleh menyebabkan kerugian besar kepada rakyat dan Negara

Orang ramai yang mempunyai sebarang maklumat berhubung aktiviti penyelewengan barang kawalan dan bersubsidi boleh menyalurkan aduan yang lengkap kepada pihak Kementerian melalui saluran berikut:

1. WhatsApp 019-279 4317 / 019-848 8000
2. Portal e-Aduan KPDN iaitu http://e.aduan.kpdn.gov.my

• Call Centre 1-800-886-800

1. E-mel (e-aduan@kpdn.gov.my)
2. Aplikasi Telefon Pintar Ez ADU KPDN
3. Bilik Gerakan Penguatkuasaan 03-8882 6088 / 6245

Sepanjang Ramadan ini, Program Perkongsian Rezeki Ramadan akan menyampaikan sejumlah 3,000 paket juadah sarapan pagi kepada golongan asnaf khususnya pelajar kolej dan anak yatim.

Pengagihan pek berbuka puasa itu telah bermula pada 1 Ramadan melibatkan 200 pelajar Kolej Poly-Tech Mara (KPTM) kampus Bangi, Selangor.

Menu yang disajikan adalah berkhasiat dan berkualiti bagi memastikan golongan asnaf benar-benar dapat menikmati juadah yang enak ketika berbuka puasa.

Perdana Menteri Kesembilan, Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob berkata, program ini diadakan bagi memastikan golongan asnaf tidak terpinggir dan dapat merasai nikmat ketika berbuka.

“Di saat kita mampu membeli pelbagai juadah berbuka dan menikmati makanan yang lazat, masih ada lagi mereka yang tidak bernasib baik.

“Menginsafi hal ini, Program Kongsi Rezeki Ramadan menyediakan juadah berbuka berupa pek makanan kepada golongan fakir miskin dan Asnaf melalui pengagihan secara reach out kepada golongan sasar, ” kata Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

Beliau berkata demikian ketika menyantuni dan mengagihkan juadah berbuka puasa kepada pelajar-pelajar Tahfiz Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah, Keramat di sini hari ini.

Tambah Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri, program ini juga memupuk dan menyuburkan semangat Keluarga Malaysia, untuk saling bantu membantu khususnya terhadap golongan memerlukan di bulan yang mulia ini.

Pada hari ini, sebanyak 100 pek makanan di agihkan kepada pelajar Tahfiz Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah dan 120 pek makanan kepada penghuni Rumah Limpahan Kasih yang beroperasi di Puchong, Selangor.

Dari jumlah 3,000 pek makanan yang diagihkan sepanjang Ramadan, sebanyak 500 diperuntukkan kepada petugas keselamatan.

Sumbangan tersebut dilaksanakan bagi meringankan beban pengawal keselamatan yang berpendapatan rendah.

Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup (KPDN) hari ini menyampaikan sumbangan dan wang tunai berjumlah RM72,000 kepada 313 isi rumah Rompin yang terjejas akibat banjir baru-baru ini.

Timbalan Menterinya Senator Fuziah Salleh (gambar) dalam kenyataan berkata sumbangan pasca banjir itu bertujuan meringankan beban mereka yang telah ditimpa bencana.

Beliau berkata ia disampaikan kepada keluarga yang terjejas akibat banjir di kampung Orang Asli dan kampung tradisi antaranya Kampung Bukit Serok, Kampung Meripoh, Kampung Rekoh, Kampung Perwira Jaya, Kampung Lubok Batu selain Kampung Gadak.

Katanya Bakul Rahmah itu disumbangkan oleh Rakan Strategik KPDN antaranya Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia dan Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia, manakala wang tunai disumbangkan oleh Tabung Musaadah Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) dan Yayasan Takwa.

“Sejak banjir melanda pada 1 Mac lepas, KPDN menerusi pejabat KPDN Pahang telah menghulurkan bantuan kepada 837 mangsa banjir di Pahang melibatkan kawasan Chini (Pekan), Raub, Jerantut, Temerloh dan Rompin. Sejumlah 800 bungkusan sumbangan bantuan Food Bank dan Bakul Rahmah disampaikan kepada mereka yang terkesan akibat musibah ini,” katanya.

Selain itu, menurut Fuziah sepanjang berlakunya banjir Sekretariat Food Bank Malaysia bersama Rakan-Rakan Strategik Utama program Bakul Rahmah telah mengagihkan sumbangan berbentuk makanan sedia dimakan dan keperluan diri kepada mangsa yang terlibat.

Menurutnya bantuan diagihkan kepada mangsa yang ditempatkan di 41 buah Pusat Penempatan Sementara di lima negeri iaitu Terengganu, Perak, Pahang, Johor dan Kelantan.

Nasib tidak menyebelahi Maya sekeluarga apabila Maya ditinggalkan suaminya, Syukri yang menghilangkan diri akibat ketagihan dadah. Kehidupan Maya yang terdiri daripada lima orang anak kecil iaitu Azhar, Mia, Adi, Yeye dan Adam menjadi gelap dan huru-hara. Adakah Maya dan keluarganya akan mengatasi kesukaran mereka?

Drama bersiri 13 episod ini merupakan terbitan syarikat produksi KL Motion Pictures telah mengisi slot Lestary bermula pada 15 Mac 2023 mengambil alih siri drama Kami Budak Band. Saksikan Jaga Aku Selamanya bersiaran setiap hari Rabu hingga Sabtu pada pukul 9.00 malam di saluran TV3 atau strim secara langsung secara definisi tinggi di www.tonton.com.my

Diarahkan oleh Wan Alauddin Wan Zainuddin, Shahril Sarjen dan Rashidi Ishak, drama ini menampilkan pelakon popular dan bakat muda yang hebat seperti Nadiya Nisaa, Johan As’ari, Puteri Rafasya, Baqir Jamalullail, Dzul Hadziq, Putri Lesya, Rashidi Ishak, Hafiz Halim dan ramai lagi.

Demi kelangsungan hidup keluarga, Maya (Nadiya Nisaa) terpaksa membawa diri bekerja di bandar dan terpaksa mengharapkan Azhar (Baqir Jamalullail) selaku anak sulung untuk menjaga adik-adiknya. Azhar selaku anak sulung terpaksa berkorban dan sanggup berhenti sekolah demi melakukan apa saja kerja demi mendapatkan sumber kewangan untuk adik-adiknya.

Mak Minah (Aishah Sudin) satu-satunya jiran mereka yang prihatin tentang Azhar dan adik-adiknya, namun seringkali dimarahi oleh anaknya, Seri (Farhana Fahizam). Seri telah berjanji dengan Maya untuk menjadi pengantara antara Maya dan anak-anaknya tetapi sentiasa bertindak kasar terhadap Azhar dan adik-adiknya, bahkan sengaja mencuri duit yang dikirim oleh Maya untuk keperluan anak-anaknya, demi keseronokan dirinya sendiri.

Sementara itu, nasib Maya di bandar pula diuji apabila dia sering diganggu oleh majikannya, Encik Mujid (Jeri Ariffin) yang gatal dan menyebabkan isterinya, Kak Sal (Shareena Esa) tidak berpuas hati dengan Maya sehingga akhirnya Maya dibuang kerja. Keadaan itu memberi peluang kepada Amri (Zac Zikrie) untuk mempergunakan Maya yang kononnya prihatin terhadap nasib Maya dan anak-anaknya. Apakah nasib yang bakal menimpa Maya setelah diperlakukan begitu? Dapatkah Azhar kekal tabah menggalas tanggungjawab menjaga adik-adiknya?

Jangan terlepas untuk saksikan Jaga Aku Selamanya di slot Lestary, setiap hari Rabu hingga Sabtu pada pukul 9.00 malam dan strim langsung secara definisi tinggi melalui www.tonton.com.my. Untuk mendapatkan info terkini tentang drama kegemaran anda, layari laman sosial Facebook, Twitter, YouTube dan Instagram TV3 iaitu @TV3Malaysia, Instagram rasmi Drama Sangat iaitu @dramasangat.

With assistance from the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau, representatives from Taiwan’s WOW Prime Company, a food and beverage firm, are making Malaysia their preferred location (MyCEB). From 26 March through 28 September 2023, the incentive trip will arrive in waves. A total of 3,000 people will take part in the trip, which is expected to have an RM57.9 million economic effect on the nation.

The participants of WOWprime Corporation Company Incentive Trip 2023 will be treated to a relaxing 5-star resort stay at Lexis Hibiscus Port Dickson, the resort that laid claim to not one, but TWO Guinness World Records with its unique features that would certainly give it an edge in the global hospitality industry. They will be receiving a plethora of offerings such as Melaka Historical Tour visiting the cultural heritage sites and experience the night market at Alor Street. An array of shopping experience at the duty-free Genting Premium Outlets and Genting Sky Avenue Complex, followed by local chocolate product shopping, and varieties of photoshoot session at the Chinatown, Kwai Chai Hong, Saloma Link bridge, KLCC and National Palace.

“Thanks to the support of our Taiwanese participants, MyCEB is honoured to announce that we are the proud host to 3,000 participants of WOWprime. This is a great motivation for us to further prepare and welcome our participants in the best capacity! We hope to get more Taiwan business visitors to make Malaysia as your preferred business events and corporate incentive destination,” said Dato’ Sri Dr. Abdul Khani Daud, Chief Executive Officer of MyCEB.

“Having WOWprime augurs well with our target in welcoming 114,000 corporate meetings and incentive participants for 2023, and we will continuously provide the support to meet your requirements so that each participant who visits Malaysia will be inspired by the destination and its endless experience from our distinctive uniqueness in each location,” he continued.

As an English-speaking yet multilingual country with vibrant, emerging economic and business centre, recognised as one of the world’s friendliest nations, and a great value for money destination, Malaysia has all the first-world infrastructure you want in a destination that makes it easy to stage world-class events successfully, often attracting record attendances.

MyCEB’s strong support, proven capabilities and creativity has paved the way for local Destination Marketing Companies (DMCs) to bring in even more corporate incentive groups in the future.

Selaras dengan hasrat kerajaan, Jakel mengambil inisiatif memulakan Jualan Jakel Rahmah sempena Aidilfitri di Jakel Mall, di sini hari ini. Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup, akan mengakhiri kempen jualan yang akan menyampaikan peralatan Aidilfitri pada kos yang berpatutan.

Menurut Pengarah Urusannya, Datuk Seri Mohamed Faroz Mohamed Jakel, inisitif tersebut adalah sebahagian tanggungjawab social korporat (CSR) selain tanda penghargaan Jakel di atas sokongan para pelanggan.

“Usaha itu juga bagi mendukung hasrat kerajaan dalam usaha menawarkan persiapan Hati Raya dengan harga mampu milik kepada orang ramai khususnya umat islam sempena sambutan Hari Raya Aidilfitri.”

“Diharapkan inisiatif kami ini dapat memberi kesan positif terutamanya kepada para pelanggan yang terkesan akibat keadaan ekonomi mencabar sekarang,” katanya.

Jualan Rahmah Jakel yang akan berlangsung dari 22 Mac sehingga akhir syawal itu menawarkan potongan harga dari 10 hingga 85%.

Orang ramai boleh mendapatkan koleksi pakaian raya pelbagai saiz, potongan dan  material yang ditawarkan menerusi kempen ini.

Ini meliputi baju Melayu dewasa, baju kurung Wanita, baju Melayu danbaju kurung kanak-kanak selain pakaian sedondon pasangan yang semuanya potongan tambahan 10-20% dari harga jualan murah.

Lebih menarik, baju Melayu Dewasa Jakel, Aaron Aziz dan Nabil Ahmad turut ditawarkan dengan percuma kain samping pada harga istimewa antara RM139 hingga RM149 sepasang, yang mana harga asalnya, antara RM259 ke RM299 sepasang.

Menerusi kempen ini, orang ramai turut boleh mendapatkan kurta dengan harga yang sangat rendah dari RM59 sehelai dan kain samping RM49 dengan pelbagai corak menarik.

Selain kempen tersebut, Jakel turut menawarkan keperluan lain sempena Aidilfitri seperti permaidani, langsir, aksesori dan banyak lagi dengan potongan harga di bawah satu bumbung.

Nasyid is one of the musical genres that flourishes and establishes itself in the community as the music business in Malaysia develops. The world’s borders and limits are becoming less distinct as a result of the fast advancement of technology. In fact, the term “global village” refers to how the globe is no longer seen as distinct. For preaching, this creates a large space. The music business has a vibrant, vibrant aesthetic.

Namun dalam kepelbagaian, kebebasan dan kreativiti itu, muncul sebuah kumpulan yang bernama ZAWFAN. Lahir dari kerinduan mereka pada lagu-lagu dakwah yang hanya dihasilkan menggunakan 100% pergendangan, kompang atau alat perkusi gendangan. Bermatlamat menghidupkan semula nasyid yang mereka rindui. Nasyid yang hanya dinyanyikan dengan vokal berharmoni diiringi kompang dan pergendangan sahaja. ZAWFAN percaya lagu dakwah sebegini dirindui masyarakat.

Malah di laman media sosial, mereka berjaya menghidupkan sebuah komuniti perindu nasyid yang mempunyai keyakinan yang sama seperti mereka. ZAWFAN yakin kerinduan kepada lagu-lagu yang dinyanyikan oleh kumpulan nasyid seperti Raihan, Nadamurni dan The Zikr tidak hanya dikongsi dalam komuniti kecil mereka tetapi juga dirasai oleh ramai lagi pendengar di luar sana.

Konsep Dan Gaya Muzik

Membesar dengan lagu-lagu nasyid daripada Raihan, Nadamurni dan TheZikr, bagi mereka nasyid klasik yang disampaikan sekitar tahun tahun 80-an dan 90-an sangat sederhana, namun ia berjaya dihayati masyarakat.

“Tidak sarat, hanya berbekalkan lirik yang jelas dan melodi yang ringkas, nyanyian yang sederhana dengan vokal berharmoni serta iringan kompang dan pergendangan sahaja, namun ia mampu membawa mesej keagamaan, ketuhanan, kemanusiaan dan kerohanian dengan penyampaian yang sangat mengesankan masyarakat,”ujar Hafiz Tarmizi dari ZAWFAN.

Single kedua ZAWFAN bertajuk “Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim”

“Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim” ialah single kedua ZAWFAN. Terdahulu lagu bertajuk “Rasul Kita” telah diterbitkan pada tahun 2021. Seperti juga lagu sebelumnya, ZAWFAN meneruskan susunan muzik yang menggunakan 100% perkusi. Kedua-dua lagu dan lirik ditulis oleh Sirr Muhammad dan Hafiz Tamizi. Dari sudut perkusi pergendangan, ia adalah hasil dari susunan pemuzik seperti Zufar Adzahan dan Fadzli Radzi.

Gabungan gubahan dan susunan beserta alunan vokal berharmoni di dalam lagu ini pasti mengimbau nostalgia pendengar kepada nasyid di era 90an. Melodi santai, ringkas dan lirik yang jelas serta rangkap chorus yang berulang sememangnya menjadi resepi yang menjadikan lagu ini mudah untuk dinyanyikan setiap lapisan umur masyarakat.

“Dari sudut pandang muzik, didapati lagu ini mengambil dari pelbagai unsur dan pengaruh antaranya Nusantara, Timur Tengah, Eropah, Asia dan Amerika Latin. Ini bukan sesuatu yang asing dalam nasyid asalnya kerana ciri-ciri muzik Islam yang sejagat sifatnya seharusnya mengambil dan memanfaatkan seluruh tradisi kemanusiaan baik dari Timur mahupun Barat,” tambah Fadzli Radzi.

“Malah babungan penyanyi utama kumpulan ZAWFAN, Yasir Tamizi dan bekas penyanyi utama kumpulan Raihan, Nazrey Johani adalah satu kolaborasi suara yang padu dan sangat baik, kami rasakan. Vokal kedua-duanya saling melengkapi, dengan penyampaian yang sederhana berjaya menggamit pendengar pada irama yang asal seperti di awal kemunculan Raihan dahulu,” yakin Yasir Tarmizi.

Nazrey Johani sudah ada ZAWFAN

Bagi peminat, pendengar dan pemerhati nasyid, sudah sedia maklum hubungan Raihan dan Nazrey Johani setelah beliau meninggalkan kumpulan itu. Walaupun rata-rata kecewa, apa yang berlaku bukan lagi rahsia. Menurut Nazrey keputusan itu dibuat atas sebab keadaan dan tuntutan perjuangan untuk menyebarkan Islam di kampung halamannya.

Apabila dijemput oleh ZAWFAN untuk menjayakan “Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim” Nazrey Johani berasa amat berbesar hati. Bak kata pepatah “Seperti Orang Mengantuk Disorongkan Bantal”. Menurut Nazrey, “Sememangnya inilah irama nasyid yang dirindui. Inilah nasyid yang asal, yang pernah berjaya mengangkat hasil karya tempatan ke mata dunia serta mendapat pengiktirafan paling tinggi dalam industri muzik.”

ZAWFAN pula bersetuju dan berpandangan, sebelum munculnya budaya K-POP dari Korea hakikatnya, Malaysia sudah pun terlebih dahulu mengeksport budaya kita keluar dengan nasyid yang dibawakan Raihan.

Ujar Nzarey lagi “Itulah nasyid pada takrifan yang paling asas, persembahan paling murni dan tulen. Kerinduan pada nasyid yang dibawa bersama Raihan itu terubat dengan penampilan saya di dalam lagu “Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim” bersama dengan ZAWFAN.”

Paduan vokal berharmoni ZAWFAN menggamit kenangan semasa beliau bersama Raihan dahulu. Walaupun sudah tidak lagi bersama Raihan, menurutnya ZAWFAN sedikit sebanyak dapat mengubat kerinduan itu.

Edaran, Terbitan dan Muzik video

Sebuah muzik video juga sudah di peringkat suntingan terakhir. InsyaAllah, ia bakal dilancarkan di laman YouTube mereka pada bulan Ramadhan.

“Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim” diterbitkan oleh ZAWFAN sendiri dan akan diedarkan secara digital oleh Soofi Media. Ia boleh didapati di semua platform digital seperti Spotify dan Apple Music dan boleh didengari di IKIM.fm, ZAYAN dan radio-radio tempatan yang lain seluruh negara.

Harapan

ZAWFAN dan Nazrey Johani berharap agar irama nasyid terus mendapat tempat dihati mereka yang benar-benar menginginkan hiburan yang mendidik jiwa.

“Mudah-mudahan usaha kami ini sedikit sebanyak dapat mengangkat dan menjulang semula irama nasyid yang kini semakin jauh ditinggalkan masyarakat di arus perdana,” ujar mereka.

NAZREY JOHANI (kiri) bersama ZAWFAN yang dianggotai oleh Hafiz Tarmizi (atas, tengah), Fadzil Radzi (kanan, tengah) dan Yasir Tarmizi (bawah).

It makes its debut in Malaysia: the first-ever high-performance Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) from BMW M GmbH with an electric motor. The First-Ever BMW XM, the first high-performance SAV with electric propulsion from BMW M GmbH, makes its public debut at BMW Malaysia’s event before it is released on the Malaysian market.

Scheduled to reach Malaysian shores this June 2023, the First-Ever BMW XM features the seamless BMW M HYBRID drive system, coupled with model-specific M suspension technology to create an unmatched, dynamic driving experience. Series production for the First-Ever BMW XM had started last December 2022 at the US BMW Group Spartanburg plant.

Hans de Visser, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia, expresses, “We are beyond thrilled to introduce the First-Ever BMW XM to Malaysia. This exclusive Sports Activity Vehicle is the first-ever BMW M GmbH high-performing car to feature an M HYBRID drive system, thus extending the realm of e-mobility within the high-performance car segment in Malaysia. It is an electrifying reinvention of automotive ideals and the extreme performance characteristics will make every drive a luxurious experience for our Malaysian customers and supporters.”

The First-Ever BMW XM marks the dawn of a new era: for the first time since the introduction of the legendary BMW M1 in the 1970s, BMW M GmbH is presenting an independently-developed production model – one that possesses exceptional specifications in every respect. Uncompromising in both performance and impression, the special status of the First-Ever BMW XM is reflected in many individual details, with material quality, workmanship and exclusivity underpinning its exceptional status.

Uncompromising and unmistakable.

The First-Ever BMW XM combines the design language of the BMW X models with bold extroversion and uncompromising elegance. This, in combination with the superior performance of a BMW M model, makes for an electrifying appearance. The result is an exciting appearance that goes beyond the traditional codes and conventions. As standard, the First-Ever BMW XM features the M Aerodynamics Package and M High-Gloss Shadow Line, with Extended Contents available for the Shadow Line profile. Other than that, Adaptive LED headlights with High-beam Assistant are also included as standard.

From the front, the First-Ever BMW XM features a large kidney grille with hallmark M horizontal double louvres, furnished with illuminated kidney grille contours. Above it, sits two power domes as elements of the expressively sculpted bonnet. Flanking the grilles are slender, extremely defined headlights, which are split into two separate modules each for daytime running lights and low/high beam.

Moving onto the sides, the First-Ever BMW XM’s unmistakable silhouette is characterised by a sloping roofline, which lends it a particularly muscular and commanding appearance. With a distinctly tapered rear, the side windows offer a striking accent that emphasises the vehicle’s dynamic profile. Enhancing the side profile is a nightgold-coloured trim strip running parallel to the window line. 23-inch M Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke Style 923 M Bicolour Night Gold Accent (23-inch M Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke Style 923 M Bicolour Black Accent for Shadow Line profile) denote its bold and sporty character, while the charger cap signifies its status as a plug-in hybrid SAV.

The rear of the First-Ever BMW XM has been sculpted in a way that presents a particularly powerful look, due in part to its distinctively flared wheel arches. Its width is further emphasised by the slimline and sharply defined L-shaped taillights. As with every BMW M model, the First-Ever BMW XM features two twin tailpipes. However, distinguishing the electrified BMW M SAV is that for the first time, the hexagonal tailpipes have been arranged vertically, creating a unique interpretation of a signature M feature, while underlining the exceptional position of the most powerful BMW M model thus far, within the BMW M model family.

As for dimensions, the First-Ever BMW XM measures 5,110 mm in length, 2,005 mm (2,235 if inclusive of side mirrors) in width and 1,755 mm in height, while its wheelbase measures 3,105 mm. Luggage capacity for the SAV is measured at 527 litres, which is expandable to 1,820 litres.

Exquisite exterior, stunning interior.

The First-Ever BMW XM is not only exquisite on the outside, but is equally stunning on the inside. Besides the interior trim finishers in carbon fibre, the cabin of the SAV is defined by the BMW Curved Display, consisting of an Information Display and a high-resolution touchscreen Control Display. A familiar BMW driver orientation, as well as BMW M-specific displays ensure that the driver has total control of all driving functions and data at any point in time. Visually denoting the M status of the SAV are the M Leather Steering Wheel, M Seat Belts and M Multifunctional Seats.

Besides that, new vintage leather has been utilised on the door panels, as well as the upper sections of the instrument panel – enhanced further by a special finishing process that brings out the natural characteristics of the Walknappa leather to perfection. For greater comfort, active seat ventilation and 4-zone automatic air conditioning control are included. Massage function is also available for the driver and front passenger. On the other hand, ambient light and BMW Iconic Sounds Electric further enhance the atmosphere within the cabin, while in-car entertainment is provided by the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.

Moving on towards the rear of the cabin, the M Lounge provides a bold contrast to the cockpit. First-class seating comfort is ensured by a full-width rear seat bench that curves and encloses the passengers. Meanwhile, sophisticated upholstery lends the space an exclusive lounge feel. Finally, Alcantara headliner with its prismatic 3D structure creates a visual highlight that contributes to a unique sense of space, perfectly showcasing workmanship and comfort in the most impressive manner.

More powerful than ever, with superb agility.

The First-Ever BMW XM is the first BMW M model with a plug-in hybrid drive. The combination of an internal combustion engine – itself delivering 360 kw / 489 hp and a maximum torque of 650 Nm – with an electric motor adds an extra edge to its hallmark M performance while simultaneously increasing efficiency. At its unveiling, the First-Ever BMW XM comes exclusively with the M HYBRID technology, based on an all-new 4.4-litre M TwinPower Turbo V8.  At the same time, in conjunction with the flap-controlled sports exhaust system, a striking soundscape that perfectly matches the vehicle’s extroverted character is created.

Total powertrain output of the First-Ever BMW XM is rated at an astounding 480 kW / 653 hp and 800 Nm of torque, delivered via an eight-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission. Century sprint takes just 4.3 seconds. With the inclusion of Launch Control, maximum accelerated is ensured from a standstill. For the First-Ever BMW XM, top speed is capped at 250 km/h (270 km/h with the M Driver’s package, which is included as standard), while electric top speed is capped at 140 km/h.

As expected from a BMW M vehicle, the electrified SAV – featuring the intelligent M xDrive all-wheel drive system as standard – delivers impressive driving dynamics, optimum handling and maximum traction. In addition to the basic 4WD setting, drivers can select the 4WD Sport mode, which is biased to the rear and makes for superb agility. When driving on loose surfaces, the 4WD Sand mode is available to optimise traction, achieved as the standard M Sport differential ensures variable distribution of drive power between the rear wheels for improved traction and driving stability.

With Adaptive M Suspension Professional as standard, the First-Ever BMW XM is equipped with electronically controlled dampers and features Active Roll Stabilisation that reduces lateral body movements. This creates greater agility and improved cornering behaviour. Besides that, Integral Active Steering is another component of the chassis design – by turning the rear wheels in tandem with the front wheel at higher speeds, greater vehicle stability is ensured. At lower speeds, the rear wheels instead steer in the opposite direction of the front wheels, improving manoeuvrability.

In addition to the vehicle’s low centre of gravity, advanced control systems such as the actuator-based wheel slip limitation also contribute to the supremely dynamic handling of the First-Ever BMW XM. Optimum deceleration is ensured by the standard M Sport brakes in Black High-Gloss, with 508 mm compound brake discs on the front axle.

Meanwhile, the high-voltage battery located deep in the vehicle floor enables an all-electric range of up to 88 kilometres. The First-Ever BMW XM can be charged at up to 7.4 kW at an AC charging station. With a battery capacity of 25.7 kWh (net), a complete charge from 0% to 100% takes 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Perfect connectivity, optimal ease of use.

It goes without saying that connectivity goes hand-in-hand with the ultimate driving experience. The First-Ever BMW XM is equipped with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional, featuring a 12.3-inch Information Display, which works in tandem with the 14.9-inch Control Display to ensure uncluttered functionality. In addition, the integrated BMW Head-Up Display offers optimal viewing in the driver’s line of sight, further increasing the vehicle’s ease of use. Together with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, the M specific BMW Operating System 8 enables intuitive control of vehicle functions using natural speech.

Additionally, the First-Ever BMW XM is also equipped with a range of other digital features and services such as the BMW ID, which ensures personalised settings are loaded as soon as the vehicle is unlocked, as well as BMW Gesture Control, which enhances communication with the car by enabling the use of defined gestures to operate certain functions. Other features include the Connected Package Professional I, Intelligent Emergency Call, Teleservices, Connected Drive Services and Smartphone Integration (Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto).

Besides that, with Comfort Access, the First-Ever BMW XM can also recognise the vehicle’s key from a distance and unlock its doors automatically, offering greater convenience. Alternatively, drivers can also use their smart device (if compatible) as a contactless key with the BMW Digital Key Plus feature, enabling them to automatically unlock their vehicle door when approaching the vehicle.

In the First-Ever BMW XM, numerous assistance systems come together to support the driver and enhance the driving experience. Equipped as standard is the Driving Assistant Professional, which includes features such as Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Automatic Speed Limit Assist, Lane Change Assistant, Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go, Lane Departure Warning, Front/Rear Crossing Traffic Warning, Emergency Stop Assistant and Evasion Assistant. On the other hand, the standard Parking Assistant Plus includes Reversing Assist, Lateral Parking Aid, Active Park Distance Control, and Surround View system. Other safety features include the Attentiveness Assistant, Acoustic Protection for Pedestrians and Active Protection.

Exterior colour offerings for the First-Ever BMW XM include Cape York Green, Carbon Black, Marina Bay Blue, Toronto Red, Mineral White, Black Sapphire and Dravit Grey. As for interior upholstery, available offerings include Leather Merino Deep Lagoon with exclusive contents, Leather Merino Silverstone with exclusive contents, Leather Merino Black and Leather Merino Sakhir Orange.

Dynamic financial programme.

With the Straight Line Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the First-Ever BMW XM can be owned with a monthly instalment plan starting from RM 16,698.00 (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a seven-year tenure).

Complete premium ownership experience.

Owners of the First-Ever BMW XM will receive the complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience which includes:

• BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Programme
• BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline
• The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App – BMW Privileges Card
• BMW Service Online

The retail pricing (on the road, without insurance) for the First-Ever BMW XM with Extended 5-Year Warranty & Service Package is:

The First-Ever BMW XM

RM 1,398,800.00

 

Customers are encouraged to contact their preferred dealerships to learn more or visit https://www.bmw.com.my/en/all-models/m-series/xm/2022/bmw-xm-overview.html.

 

This Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 2PM to 3PM, vivo Malaysia will host an exclusive vivo V27 preview session for Malaysians to experience the vivo V27. The vivo V27 series is a fashionable smartphone with the most potent camera system in its series to date. It comes with the new Aura Portrait with strong photography capabilities and an Emerald Green body that can change colour.

The session will be held at vivo Concept Store, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. Participants will also be treated with a photography workshop by Najmuddin Muif, a professional photographer, where he will guide participants and provide tips on capturing extraordinary photos using the vivo V27.

To participate, simply register here. Participants are also entitled to an exclusive gift when they attend the preview session.

For more information, follow vivo Malaysia’s official Facebook Page.

About vivo

vivo is a technology company that creates great products based on a design-driven value, with smart devices and intelligent services as its core. The company aims to build a bridge between humans and the digital world. Through unique creativity, vivo provides users with an increasingly convenient mobile and digital life. Following the company’s core values, which include Benfen*, user-orientation, design-driven value, continuous learning and team spirit, vivo has implemented a sustainable development strategy with the vision of developing into a healthier, more sustainable world-class corporation.

While bringing together and developing the best local talents to deliver excellence, vivo is supported by a network of R&D centers in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Nanjing, Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai and Xi’an, focusing on the development of state-of-the-art consumer technologies, including 5G, artificial intelligence, industrial design, imaging system and other up-and-coming technologies. vivo has also set up an intelligent manufacturing network (including those authorized by vivo), with an annual production capacity of nearly 200 million smartphones. As of now, vivo has branched out its sales network across more than 60 countries and regions, and is loved by more than 400 million users worldwide.

*”Benfen” is a term describing the attitude on doing the right things and doing things right – which is the ideal description of vivo’s mission to create value for society.

Stay informed of latest vivo news at https://www.vivo.com/en/about-vivo/news

 

In partnership with Mamee Monster, one of Malaysia’s most recognisable snacks, Pizza Hut Malaysia is now selling the brand-new Spicy Krunch Pizza. The Hot Krunch Pizza is a unique pizza recipe that combines fantastic flavour with sweet memories on a pan.

Emily Chong, Chief Marketing Officer of Pizza Hut Malaysia said, “This collaboration of two timeless  brands-Mamee Monster and Pizza Hut may seem rather unexpected, but we truly feel this remarkable  combination would be the centerpiece that everyone, regardless of age, would enjoy at buka puasa  and Hari Raya gatherings.

“Food is more than just nourishment, it is an experience and pizzas are meant to be experienced  together. This is why here in Pizza Hut, we consistently work on innovating our pizzas to make every  meal for our customers a memorable one,” she said.

The Spicy Krunch pizza features a stuffed crust pizza with crispy chicken balls and a special spicy  sauce – it is served alongside the signature Mamee Monster Black Pepper snack noodle which can  be sprinkled all over for a crunch-filled gastronomic time.

Just like how Hari Raya is “setahun sekali”, this pizza is also a once in a lifetime experience. Do not miss our Ramadan offer and order before 4.30pm between 22 March to 21 April to enjoy RM7 off your  order.

Big family? Worry not. The Looooooooong Party Box has it covered! The 1-metre-long pizza caters  for a crowd of 10, making it the perfect option this festive season. Not just that! From March 27 to April  13, submit your longest family portraits and stand a chance to win a Raya Looooooooong Party Box  kenduri by Pizza Hut. Largest family wins!

Order now through the Pizza Hut App or get to the nearby Pizza Hut restaurants for dine-in or take away. For more information, please visit www.pizzahut.com.my