- UMW Toyota Motor registered 6,432 units in February 2022
- Perodua registered 17,421 units in February 2022
 
KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- The UMW Group’s strong start to 2022 continued in February as both UMW Toyota Motor (“UMWT”) and UMW’s associate company, Perodua, registered improved automotive sales compared with February 2021.  The Group delivered 23,853 units in February 2022, 10.1% higher than the 21,657 units sold in February 2021, as it continued to ramp-up production to fulfil its encouraging outstanding order book.
 
UMWT’s sales surged by 26.8% to 6,432 units in February 2022 compared with the 5,074 units registered a year ago.  Toyota Vios and Hilux continue to be UMWT’s best-selling models in February.  The newly-launched Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid registered encouraging sales and contributed to the Toyota Corolla Cross model moving up to become the third best-selling model for the month of February 2022.  To refresh its model line-up, on 17 February 2022, UMWT unveiled the new Toyota Camry which boasts enhanced performance, improved safety and security that places it in the premium executive car segment.
 
Meanwhile, Perodua registered sales of 17,421 units in February 2022, 5.1% higher than the 16,583 units registered in February 2021.  Its top-selling models for the month were the recently facelifted Myvi, followed by the Axia and Bezza.  Perodua targets to sell 247,800 units this year, a 30% increase over the 190,291 units sold in 2021.    
 
UMW Holdings Berhad President and Group CEO, Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali said, “We are pleased with the improved sales registered by both UMWT and Perodua in February 2022.  Both companies will continue to ramp-up production to deliver our cars to the  customers.  The sales tax exemption and the introduction of all-new and facelift models are expected to drive sales in the first half of 2022.  We strive to offer exciting and great value models as well as offer superior after-sales services to meet our customers’ requirements and expectations.  We wish to express our appreciation to our customers for their unwavering support and loyalty.”
 
About UMW
 
The UMW Group is a regional conglomerate that develops industries, manages partnerships and facilitates growth.  It is involved in four core business segments – Automotive, Equipment, Manufacturing & Engineering and Aerospace.  The Group operates in 8 countries and has over 18,000 employees, including at Perodua.
 
Moving forward, UMW strives to play a leading role in shaping the future of its industries.  The Company will do this by inspiring vibrant ideas, nurturing potential, pioneering partnerships and delivering excellence in everything it does; the rewards of which will contribute to the progress and well-being of all its stakeholders.
 
 SOURCE: UMW Corporation Sdn. Bhd.
 
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UMW Corporation Sdn. Bhd.
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Email: vikneshwaran.s@umw.com.my

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