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Castrol Discover Borneo expedition captures the spirit of East Malaysia

Castrol Malaysia recently completed its Discover Borneo expedition, a journey across the states of Sabah and Sarawak.

The seven‑day convoy travelled from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching, covering roughly 2,000 km and passing through major towns including Sipitang, Lawas, Miri, Bintulu, and Sibu.

The expedition was supported by Toyota Malaysia, which supplied Toyota Hilux and Fortuner 4×4 vehicles, as well as King Diesel, which assisted with travel coordination.

Capturing the Soul of East Malaysia

Discover Borneo serves as a storytelling platform to highlight East Malaysian narratives in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026).

Throughout the journey, the convoy team documented the communities, culture, landscapes, and everyday stories of East Malaysia in documentary form.

They also explored scenic routes, local markets, community interactions, heritage sites, and culinary experiences—reflecting the diverse character of Sabah and Sarawak beyond typical tourist trails.

Demonstrating Reliable Mobility

The expedition was powered by Castrol CRB Turbomax with Durashield™ Technology, formulated to protect engines against heat, deposits, and wear.

Its performance stood out during the long journey, which involved hot and humid weather and a wide range of road conditions across East Malaysia.

The convoy also stopped at Castrol Auto Service Sibu for inspections before continuing deeper into Sarawak’s interior.

For Castrol, the expedition demonstrates how dependable mobility enables access and continuity in challenging environments.

Key Moments

One of the key highlights was a visit to the Engkudu Atas longhouse in Sarikei.

There, the convoy team was introduced to rattan handicrafts, traditional musical instruments such as the engkromong, and a variety of Dayak dishes.

Joshua Tan, Head of Marketing for Castrol Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines, said, “As a Sarawakian, Discover Borneo is very close to my heart.

“Here, 4×4 vehicles are not just for off‑roading—they are how people work, move, and stay connected.”

He added that driving more than 2,000 km across some of the most challenging routes requires more than just good lubricants, and this is where the Castrol Auto Service network and Castrol CRB Turbomax play a crucial role.

Discover Borneo will be released as a documentary series on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

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Sime Darby Auto Connexion-Ford expands dealership network in East Malaysia

Sime Darby Auto Connexion-Ford (Auto ConneXion), the sole distributor of Ford in Malaysia, has expanded its dealership network in East Malaysia through the opening of two new service-only facilities in Kapit and Mukah.

According to the company, the network expansion is in tandem with creating accessible quality service and products for the growing customer base in East Malaysia.

With the opening of these two new service centres, there are currently 11 dealers ready to serve the rising demand in Sabah and Sarawak.

The current dealerships in Sarawak include Kuching (SDAC), Sibu (Ngu Brothers), Miri (ALV Brothers), Bintulu (Ngu Brothers), Kota Samarahan (Jimisar Motors) and two service only centres in Kapit and Mukah.

While in Sabah, there are two dealerships in Kota Kinabalu (Boston Auto and Rightpower Corporation), Sandakan (Boston Auto) and Tawau (TB Automotive).

With the comprehensive network of dealers and dedicated service-only centres across East Malaysia, Ford customers both in and out of town areas are now closer to convenient and reliable services.

Turse Zuhair, Managing Director, SDAC said, “East Malaysia continues to be a major growing market for Auto ConneXion, as evidenced by the strong and consistent demand in 2024. Driven by this, we continuously improve our services and accessibility touch points to effectively meet the needs of our increasing customer base.”

Customers are welcome to visit these new dealerships to explore Ford’s latest offerings, which include savings of up to RM8,000 or 5 Years Ford Blue Oval Service Plan, plus savings up to RM2,000.

To elevate the ownership experience, Ford Motorcraft Genuine Parts are available across all authorised Ford dealers in East Malaysia at a competitive price.