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Hype Malaysia
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hype Malaysia
ORIS Presentation, New Balance's Grey Days, BYD/Denza Roadshow & More: Dope Events We Hit Up This Week!
Another week, another whirlwind of totally EXTRA events! We were here, there and everywhere! We were on the scene and vibing like a boss! Just check out our social diary for this past week (don't be jelly!): ORIS New Novelties Presentation Watch enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that ORIS will be releasing new timepieces. Founded in Hölstein, Switzerland, in 1904, the brand's vision is to create beautiful mechanical watches that make people smile – and they always deliver! We had the opportunity to preview the latest collection at a special presentation at Aloft KL, and while we were there, we also had a fun escape room session at Breakout Nu Sentral! Here's what went down at the event: Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: New Balance Kicks Off Grey Days 2025 New Balance has kicked-off Grey Days 2025, the month-long celebration of its signature colour. Grey Days is an homage to everything New Balance represents, bringing together the brand's family of ambassadors and athletes for a range of special-edition products, events, and stories. This year, the annual celebration in Malaysia is spotlighted at the New Balance Grey Days pop-up in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and the in-store experience. The pop-up features all the pieces in the latest collection, including a first look at the 2025 reissue of the legendary 1300JP. Also available in stores is the Grey Days apparel line-up, including t-shirts and hoodies. The Grey Days Pop-up is open until 18th May 2025, while the in-store experience will run until 2nd June 2025. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: BYD & Denza Roadshow At TRX Denza and BYD were cooking up something, and we got a full taste of it on 2nd May – the Atto 3 Ultra and the rising Denza D9. As the flagship model, the D9 combines advanced EV tech with luxury design, featuring innovations like a three-motor e3 system, rear-wheel steering, and the DiSus intelligent body control system – all built to redefine modern electric mobility. More than just an auto launch, the event underscored Denza's lifestyle positioning with the announcement of its exclusive automotive sponsorship of the Jacky Cheung 60+ Concert Tour this August. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a luxury lover, or just someone who appreciates a good ride, dreams are definitely being built here. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Benihana Open House At Suria KLCC Benihana, the world-famous teppanyaki restaurant, officially opened its first location in Malaysia at Suria KLCC recently, and we were invited to enjoy a meal and witness skilled culinary artistry and lively entertainment amidst a tastefully-decorated and inviting setting. For decades, Benihana has dazzled visitors from all over the world by turning a straightforward meal into an enthralling show. The art of tableside teppanyaki, in which skilled chefs slice, flip, and sear food directly in front of diners, is central to the Benihana experience. We had such a thrill! Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Shangri-La's 40th Anniversary Afternoon Tea Celebration Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur is marking its 40th anniversary in style with a special Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge, running from now until 30th June. In collaboration with the London Tea Exchange – making its Southeast Asian debut – the hotel is offering a curated selection of 40 exquisite teas. Highlights include the Premium Rosebuds, an elegant Iranian rosebud infusion, and the Pistachio and Truffle blend – crafted over two years for a perfect balance. Paired with bites like Truffle Egg Salad éclairs and Charcoal Goat's Cheese quiches, it's a fusion of heritage and modern flavours. Plus, there's a takeaway set for RM188. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: BOH Cameronian Arts Awards 2025 The BOH Cameronian Arts Awards (BCAA) 2025 marked a milestone with its 20th edition, celebrating Malaysia's top talents in theatre, music, and dance. Leading the night was Randai 'MacBeth', which took home an impressive seven awards, solidifying its place as a major force in the local arts scene. Geetha Shankaran-Lam, at 56, clinched the Best Performer in Dance award for her role in Samskara – Past Reflections, Present Expressions, proving that brilliance only deepens with age. The evening also honoured other exceptional talents, including Dr. Bernard Tan and the creative team behind Teater Muzikal Sakti Merong Mahawangsa. As BCAA 2025 wrapped up, it was clear that Malaysia's arts scene continues to thrive, with each award underscoring the passion and creativity fueling the country's vibrant cultural landscape. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: Latihan Pestapora Malaysia Drops First Phase Lineup The anticipation for Latihan Pestapora Malaysia is heating up as the festival reveals its first phase lineup, featuring an exciting blend of Indonesian and Malaysian talent. Set for 26th July 2025, the event will showcase acts like . Feast, Hindia, Kunto Aji, and Pamungkas from Indonesia, alongside local favourites such as Bittersweet, Bunkface, DOLLA, SonaOne, and Salammusik. This festival isn't just about the music – it's a cultural exchange, giving fans a preview of the main Pestapora event in Jakarta this September. With tickets already flying off the shelves, Latihan Pestapora is shaping up to be a major moment in Malaysia's music scene, celebrating the rich musical connection between both nations. Grab your tickets NOW: Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel: KAO Malaysia Unveils 'Skin Protection, Life Perfection' Campaign KAO Malaysia, in collaboration with Watsons, launched the 'Skin Protection, Life Perfection' campaign, aimed at encouraging Malaysians to adopt skin protection as a foundation for lifelong health and confidence. To support this goal, the campaign introduced a collaborative ecosystem by combining Bioré skincare solutions with Watsons' rewards-based programmes, and includes a 1% sales donation drive benefiting local research to advance awareness and practices around skin protection and lifelong skin health. 'At KAO, we believe that skin protection is more than just a daily routine – it's the foundation of a life well lived. Through this campaign, we want to remind Malaysians that every act of care, no matter how small, can shape a more radiant and confident tomorrow,' said Mr. Yamazaki Hirobumi, President of KAO Malaysia. Watch Hype's Exclusive Reel:
New Straits Times
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
BYD Sime Motors teams up with Transport Ministry to reduce carbon emission
Previous Next KUALA LUMPUR: BYD Sime Motors, distributor of BYD cars in Malaysia, is partnering with the Transport Ministry (MoT) to advance the nation's low-carbon mobility agenda. A key focus of the collaboration is reducing carbon emissions through increased electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Malaysia. The partnership introduces a six-month programme called "Jom Pandu BYD Bersama MoT", supported by BYD Sime Motors' partner Gentari Sdn Bhd via Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd. The latter has installed two EV chargers at the ministry's headquarters in Putrajaya The partnership was launched on Wednesday by Transport Minister Loke Siew and Jeffrey Gan, Sime Motors managing director for Southeast Asia. Through the initiative, BYD Sime Motors will loan its full EV lineup to the ministry. This includes BYD Sealion 7, Seal, Atto 3 Ultra, M6 and Dolphin. The partnership allows the ministry's personnel to test drive these vehicles, providing them direct, practical insights into their performance, comfort and everyday convenience. It also aims to enhance awareness of EV ownership and usability. Gan said BYD Sime Motors is proud to be at the forefront of this initiative in leading Malaysia's transition to electric mobility together with the ministry. "We remain focused on our goal of supporting the ministry's carbon emissions reduction efforts. Through this immersive experience, we hope to encourage greater adoption of electric vehicles, not only by the public but also within government mobility use." Beyond the product experience, the initiative marks a strategic step in creating viable pathways for EV integration within government operations, supporting the broader shift toward a sustainable and low-carbon transportation system. BYD Sime Motors, in partnership with Gentari, has installed two 22kW AC chargers at the ministry's headquarters in Putrajaya. The installation underscores the importance of strong public-private partnerships in building a reliable, safe, and accessible EV charging network across Malaysia. To date, Gentari operates over 530 EV charging points nationwide, actively contributing to the national target of 10,000 public chargers by 2025, in line with the National Energy Transition Roadmap.
