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AsiaOne
2 days ago
- Automotive
- AsiaOne
Malaysian dad in tears after 11 children pool together to buy him new SUV, Malaysia News
A Malaysian father was moved to tears after his 11 children surprised him with a brand new car. The emotional scene was captured in a viral TikTok video uploaded by user Azzerruleyoung on Tuesday (June 17), which has since garnered nearly 10 million views. In the two-minute clip, a woman is seen covering the elderly man's eyes as he fishes a car key out of a gift box. He is then led out of his seat as his family members look on elatedly. As he touches the exterior of the Proton X70, the man — who still has his eyes covered — realises the present and appears overwhelmed with emotion, squatting for a moment as his children guide him into the driver seat. [embed] When his eyes are uncovered and it is finally revealed that he is sitting in a brand-new SUV, the father bursts out crying while his children clap and shower confetti on him and the car. He appears to still be in disbelief as he alights, covering his face and staring at the vehicle while his wife hugs and comforts him. In the post caption, Azzerruleyoung wrote that the SUV is a gift from the 11 siblings for Father's Day as well as their parents' 38th wedding anniversary. According to 8world, the user also said in the comments that his father only had an old motorcycle which he used to ferry the family around. The moment has left several netizens emotional, with some commenting that they had teared up while watching the video. "Am I the only one who cried seeing this? When will I be able to be like this and make my parents happy while they are still around?" said one user. "Friends who don't have siblings, don't be stressed. Giving a car is just one method. The key is to make your parents happy. Bring back the happy smiles of those who sometimes lose time building a family for us," another wrote. [[nid:718958]]
The Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
M'sian siblings surprise parents with brand new Proton X70
It's not every day that siblings come together to gift their parents a car — let alone a gleaming new Proton X70. But that's exactly what one big-hearted Malaysian family did, and their heartfelt gesture has since gone viral across social media. In celebration of two major milestones — Father's Day and their parents' 38th wedding anniversary — 11 siblings pooled their resources to surprise their beloved 'Abah' and 'Ma' with the ultimate gift of gratitude. In a touching TikTok post, one of the siblings shared: 'A gift from us, your 11 children, who were raised by your hands, Abah & Ma. In conjunction with Father's Day and your 38th anniversary together, this is for you.' The emotional video showed the moment their father was led outside to see the Proton X70, beautifully decorated with red ribbons. Visibly moved, he teared up before stepping into the car and admiring the generous gift. Netizens were quick to flood the comments with praise and admiration. 'Alhamdulillah, the process was made easy for the 11 siblings to buy a car for their parents. With a RM10,000 deposit, each of them chipped in around RM1,000. The monthly repayment comes up to just about RM100 per person. Smart planning — and more importantly, solid teamwork among siblings,' wrote user AS. Another comment by Arif Haqim read: 'You are all amazing children. You are truly blessed to be able to bring joy to your parents. The reward and blessings for that are immense. May Allah bless all of you, dear siblings.'
The Sun
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
'A gift from us, your 11 children' - Malaysian siblings surprise parents with brand new Proton X70
It's not every day that siblings come together to gift their parents a car — let alone a gleaming new Proton X70. But that's exactly what one big-hearted Malaysian family did, and their heartfelt gesture has since gone viral across social media. In celebration of two major milestones — Father's Day and their parents' 38th wedding anniversary — 11 siblings pooled their resources to surprise their beloved 'Abah' and 'Ma' with the ultimate gift of gratitude. In a touching TikTok post, one of the siblings shared: 'A gift from us, your 11 children, who were raised by your hands, Abah & Ma. In conjunction with Father's Day and your 38th anniversary together, this is for you.' The emotional video showed the moment their father was led outside to see the Proton X70, beautifully decorated with red ribbons. Visibly moved, he teared up before stepping into the car and admiring the generous gift. Netizens were quick to flood the comments with praise and admiration. 'Alhamdulillah, the process was made easy for the 11 siblings to buy a car for their parents. With a RM10,000 deposit, each of them chipped in around RM1,000. The monthly repayment comes up to just about RM100 per person. Smart planning — and more importantly, solid teamwork among siblings,' wrote user AS. Another comment by Arif Haqim read: 'You are all amazing children. You are truly blessed to be able to bring joy to your parents. The reward and blessings for that are immense. May Allah bless all of you, dear siblings.'
Malay Mail
10-06-2025
- Malay Mail
Chinese citizen gets five years' jail, RM20,000 fine for Sibu roundabout crash that killed ex-Sabah court director
SIBU, June 10 — The Sessions Court here today sentenced a Chinese national to five years' imprisonment and fined him RM20,000 in default three months' jail for dangerous driving that resulted in the death of former Sabah State Court director Marutin Pagan. Judge Rosli Ahmad convicted Sun Xue Song, 42, on his own guilty plea to an amended charge under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which carries a maximum jail term of 10 years and a fine of up to RM50,000 upon conviction. Rosli also ordered for Sun's jail sentence to run from the date of his arrest on March 30 and disqualified him from holding a driving licence for five years. Sun committed the offence on March 30 at around 1pm at the Kanowit roundabout here. According to the facts of the case, Sun, who was driving a Proton X70, deliberately ignored the give-way road markings leading to the roundabout as he proceeded to drive dangerously before colliding with a Toyota Fortuner. Marutin, 56, and three other passengers were travelling in the Toyota Fortuner driven by his daughter, which was heading towards the Sibu exit. Sun's act of dangerous driving resulted in a collision between the two vehicles, which caused the Toyota Fortuner to roll several times before ending up on its side off the roundabout. Marutin, who sustained several injuries due to the incident, was taken to Kanowit Hospital where he later died. A post-mortem result determined his cause of death as head and chest injuries due to a road traffic crash. In mitigation, Sun, represented by defence counsel Terence Tiong, requested the court to consider his clean record, full cooperation with authorities, genuine remorse, financial assistance to the victim's family, dependents' plight, and the unintentional nature of the tragedy. Tiong said Sun is supporting his seven-year-old son and 70-year-old mother, who rely entirely on his income, care, and support for their survival and well-being. The first-time offender with no previous convictions in Malaysia or his home country had given RM70,000 to Marutin's widow as a bereavement payment to express deep remorse and sorrow. Tiong said Sun had also entered a guilty plea at the earliest opportunity. He added another mitigating factor was that the scene of the accident at Jalan Kanowit-Durin is known as an accident-prone area. In her submission, deputy public prosecutor Cynthia Emmelda Jerry requested the court to consider the degree of culpability where Sun had deliberately ignored the road markings before dangerously driving into the roundabout. She also submitted that the sentence to be imposed must have a deterrent effect on other potential road users as well as for public interest. — The Borneo Post
The Sun
07-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Proton posts strong sales growth in May
PROTON Holdings Bhd recorded a robust performance in May 2025, with total sales, including domestic, export, smart, and Proton vehicles, reaching 13,328 units. This figure represents a 6.1% increase compared to May 2024, and marks the third consecutive month of sales growth for the national carmaker. Between March and May, Proton experienced a year-on-year growth of 10%, pushing year-to-date (YTD) sales to 61,087 units. Market share for the month is projected at 19.2%, with the same percentage forecasted for the YTD share, based on an estimated Total Industry Volume (TIV) of 69,495 units. Key contributors to this upward trajectory included the Proton X50 and X70, both of which have sustained strong demand following the launch of their updated variants last year. Export sales surged by 36.6% over 2024 figures, while Proton's flagship electric vehicle, the 7, continued to lead EV sales in Malaysia for a fifth straight month, achieving a new milestone by surpassing 900 units sold in May. Across Proton's model range, May emerged as the second-best sales month in 2025, bolstered by nationwide promotional campaigns that stimulated consumer interest. The Proton X70 recorded the highest growth rate among individual models, with sales increasing by 44% to 982 units. This placed the C-segment SUV 53.1% ahead of its YTD sales from the previous year, a trend Proton expects to sustain throughout the remainder of 2025. The Proton X50 also maintained its dominant position in the B-segment SUV category, contributing 2,198 units to the monthly total and pushing its YTD tally to 9,704 units—a 14.3% rise over 2024. Meanwhile, the premium D-segment Proton X90 expanded its market footprint with a 15.5% increase in sales to 224 units. Sedan models also enjoyed a steady rise in demand. The Proton Saga, the company's A-segment offering, registered 5,513 units, reflecting a 5.8% improvement over April. The B-segment Persona followed suit with 1,385 units sold, a 4.3% month-on-month increase. The C-segment Proton S70, a recent addition to the lineup, posted a modest gain of 2.7% to close at 1,763 units. Meanwhile, the Proton Iriz recorded a 14.1% increase in May, reaching 331 units and retaining its status as Malaysia's fourth most popular B-segment hatchback. Proton's EV sales continued to gain momentum, with the 7 hitting a record high of 916 units across domestic and international markets in May. This achievement pushed its YTD total to 3,632 units, reinforcing its position as the country's top-selling electric SUV in the premium C-segment category. Proton CEO Dr Li Chunrong attributed the positive sales momentum to targeted promotional activities and the appeal of the company's technologically advanced product range. He emphasised the strength of Proton's retail network, comprising 3S and 4S centres, as instrumental in enhancing customer experience and driving conversions. Looking ahead, Dr Li expressed confidence that Proton would maintain its momentum into the second half of 2025, with several new model launches and events lined up under the next phase of the company's business strategy. With the Malaysian car market approaching saturation, Proton has increasingly focused on expanding its international footprint. In 2025, the company launched several overseas initiatives, including the introduction of the CKD Proton Saga in left-hand-drive configuration for Egypt and EV-centred events featuring the 7 in Nepal and Singapore. June will see the company's electric SUV enter the Trinidad and Tobago market, marking its second export destination for the EV after Nepal. To date, 233 units of the 7 have been exported, a number that is expected to climb with the latest market entry. Leading Proton's export sales is the Saga, with 710 units, followed closely by the X50, which posted a staggering 360% increase in YTD exports, reaching 694 units. Proton's renewed export strategy is showing early success, with sales volumes already on the rise. Dr Li stated that while short-term gains are promising, the company remains committed to a long-term plan for overseas market development. He noted that achieving sustainable success in international markets demands consistent effort and structured planning, both of which Proton is prepared to deliver.
