DAIHATSU (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (DMSB) now has the “Daihatsu Business Fleet Programme” which provides innovative solutions and end-to-end aftersales service tailored to small and medium businesses as well as customers with larger fleets.
The programme was launched at the Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) 2019, today, in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.
DMSB managing director Arman Mahadi said: “The programme puts a renewed focus on automotive service to better meet the requirements of today’s growing fleets.
“With the explosive growth of transportation network companies and last mile delivery services, our aim is to drive value through innovation by being the preferred partner of fleet companies to provide them with the service, vehicles and fleet management they need.”
The benefits of the Business Fleet Programme include:
- Range of vehicle solutions – From panel vans to pick-ups with 17 body applications and other medium to heavy segment models.
- Sales and service incentives – Special rebates with new purchase of Daihatsu fleets and special discounts on parts purchases.
- Daihatsu’s mobile service – Dedicated on-site vehicle service exclusively for Daihatsu fleet customers without additional charges.
- Extended vehicle warranty service – Five years/150,000km* standard manufacturer warranty for better protection and peace of mind.
- Maintenance service contract – Personalised service maintenance plan with additional value-added services.
- Service credit term facilities – Up to RM10,000 with 30 days credit term for vehicle maintenance.
- Driver safety training programme – To improve personal driving skills, road safety culture, vehicle upkeep and ensure longer uptime.
- Accident repair and insurance claim service – One stop automotive repair centre and insurance claims to ensure total customer satisfaction and confidence.
Daihatsu and the environment
The Gran Max, DMSB’s only vehicle currently sold in Malaysia, may not be available in hybrid or electric vehicle (EV) variants, but the company is still able to do something for the environment.
Further to its aim of driving value through innovation, DMSB has partnered together with “Free Tree Society”, a local non-governmental organisation (NGO), to create the “Rewilding Roadshow”, a community project sponsored by DMSB to encourage urban conservation and the greening of urban spaces.
Showcased at the MCVE 2019 is the Gran Max “Green Van” (pix, above and below), a Gran Max panel van custom built for the roadshow and comes complete with body wrap and additional body kit accessories such as daytime running lights, bull bar, body side moulding, side mirror cover, sun visor, scuff plate and 15-inch sport rims.
Arman explained: “Daihatsu Malaysia believes in environmental sustainability and the ‘Rewilding Roadshow’ will an ongoing long-term collaboration with Free Tree Society.
“As with the concept of ‘rewilding’ small spaces, the versatility of our custom-built Gran Max Green Van reflects how cargo space and body application can be maximised through innovative customisation to allow for plant transport.”
Another concept exhibited at the MCVE 2019 is a Gran Max based on the ever-reliable mobile pick-up variant transformed into a fully functional mobile clinic (pix, below and bottom), as part of DMSB’s support of Columbia Asia Hospital's initiative to continuously engage with the community to create awareness and foster preventive healthcare management.
The mobile clinic offers complimentary health screening throughout the three days of the expo, including a blood donation drive administrated by the National Blood Centre on the second day of the expo.
“The transportation industry is changing rapidly, and the future of transportation will involve future-proof products and services,” said Arman.
“With our range of extremely versatile and highly adaptable vehicles as well as our innovative solutions, we are confident we are well positioned to help our customers successfully navigate the future of transportation in Malaysia.”
