MAN Malaysia menyeru pengusaha pengangkutan tempatan supaya memberi keutamaan kepada kualiti dan nilai kitar hayat kenderaan ketika membuat pelaburan armada, sambil memberi amaran bahawa penjimatan kos jangka pendek sering membawa kepada kos pemilikan keseluruhan (TCO) yang lebih tinggi dalam jangka panjang.

Seruan itu disampaikan sempena lawatan dua hari oleh pengurusan kanan dari ibu pejabat MAN Truck & Bus SE di Munich ke Malaysia. Lawatan tersebut turut disertai dua acara pelanggan, termasuk penyerahan rasmi 30 unit trak MAN kepada pelanggan baharu serta pemeteraian pesanan melibatkan 137 unit bas MAN.

Menurut MAN, pendekatan “beli murah, guna dan lupus” yang masih diamalkan oleh sesetengah pengendali sering mengakibatkan kos penyelenggaraan lebih tinggi, masa henti yang tidak menentu serta ketersediaan kenderaan yang rendah, selain menyumbang kepada kesan alam sekitar akibat jangka hayat kenderaan yang pendek.

MAN menegaskan bahawa kenderaan komersial dan enjinnya direka untuk mencapai jarak penggunaan melebihi satu juta kilometer tanpa memerlukan baik pulih besar. Bagi menyokong operasi armada yang lebih boleh diramal, MAN menawarkan kontrak pembaikan dan penyelenggaraan dengan kos bulanan tetap, sokongan juruteknik terlatih serta penggunaan alat ganti tulen MAN bagi meningkatkan masa operasi dan kecekapan kos.

Syarikat itu turut menekankan bahawa operasi armada yang berkesan memerlukan lebih daripada sekadar pembelian kenderaan, sebaliknya memerlukan pemilihan kenderaan yang tepat untuk aplikasi tertentu serta rakan jenama yang mampu memberi sokongan jangka panjang.
MAN turut menyatakan kesediaannya untuk membawa teknologi trak dan bas elektrik bateri (BEV) ke Malaysia, selepas teknologi tersebut membuktikan prestasi dan kebolehpercayaan di pasaran Eropah. Namun, pelaksanaannya secara meluas memerlukan sokongan kerajaan, termasuk pelaburan infrastruktur dan insentif bagi mempercepatkan penggunaan kenderaan elektrik komersial.

Walaupun pasaran prime mover menyusut lebih 45 peratus pada 2025 kepada 1,207 unit, MAN Malaysia berjaya meningkatkan pegangan pasaran dan kini berkongsi kedudukan peneraju dalam kalangan pengeluar Eropah. Dalam segmen bas ekspres pula, MAN berada di kedudukan kedua dengan 32 peratus pegangan pasaran, dengan tempahan semasa dilaporkan berada pada paras tertinggi dalam tempoh 10 tahun.

MAN Malaysia has called on local transport operators to focus on vehicle quality and lifecycle value when making fleet investment decisions, warning that short-term cost savings often lead to higher total cost of ownership (TCO) and operational inefficiencies over time.

The message was delivered during a two-day visit to Malaysia by senior management from MAN Truck & Bus SE headquarters in Munich. The visit coincided with two customer events, including the official handover of 30 MAN trucks to new customers and the signing of orders for a total of 137 MAN buses.

According to MAN, the commonly adopted “buy cheap, use and dispose” approach can result in higher maintenance costs, unpredictable downtime and reduced vehicle availability, while also increasing environmental impact due to shorter vehicle lifespans and premature replacement.

Friedrich Baumann, Member of the Executive Board and Head of Sales & Customer Solutions at MAN Truck & Bus SE, said that long-term sustainability is achieved through durable engineering and professional maintenance support rather than upfront cost savings.

MAN highlighted that its commercial vehicles and engines are engineered for service lives exceeding one million kilometres without overhaul. To support predictable fleet operations, the company offers repair and maintenance contracts with fixed monthly costs, servicing by trained technicians and the use of genuine MAN parts, aimed at improving uptime and cost certainty.

The company also stressed that effective fleet operations require more than just vehicle procurement, noting the importance of selecting the right vehicle for specific applications and having a long-term service partner with the expertise to support customers throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

Thomas Hemmerich, Head of Sales Area International at MAN Truck & Bus SE, said that MAN provides technology solutions across a wide range of transport applications, supported by trained local teams. He added that this support will be increasingly important as the brand prepares to introduce battery-electric truck and bus (BEV) technology to Malaysia.

While MAN’s BEV solutions have already proven their performance and reliability in Europe, the company said wider adoption in Malaysia would require stronger government support, including investment in charging infrastructure as well as incentives or subsidies to encourage fleet electrification.

Despite a challenging market in 2025, MAN Malaysia reported a solid performance. The prime mover segment contracted by more than 45% year-on-year to 1,207 units, yet MAN increased its market share amid competition from Chinese brands, sharing market leadership among European manufacturers.

In the express bus segment, MAN ranked second with a 32% market share among European brands. Demand for MAN bus chassis has carried into 2026, with the current order book reported to be at its highest level in the past 10 years.

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Kemuncak pameran adalah MAN TGS Prime Mover, yang hadir dalam dua varian – 6×4 dan 6×2 ADR (Accord Dangereux Routier atau peraturan Eropah untuk spesifikasi Barang Berbahaya). Sebagai Lori spesifikasi EURO V yang paling diminati di Malaysia, MAN TGS terkini dilengkapi dengan aerodinamik yang ditingkatkan dan tahap ciri keselamatan yang lebih tinggi.

Turut dipamerkan adalah casis Bas/Coach MAN RR5, kini dilengkapi dengan enjin spesifikasi EURO V sebagai standard. Dikenali dengan kecekapan bahan api, penyelenggaraan yang rendah, ketahanan, dan kebolehpercayaan, casis MAN RR5 sesuai untuk pengangkutan antara bandar. Dipertingkatkan dengan Sistem Bantuan Pemandu Lanjutan (ADAS), ia menawarkan keselamatan optimum untuk pemandu, penumpang, dan pengguna jalan raya yang lain.

Membuat penampilan rasmi sulungnya di Malaysia adalah MAN TGE Van, penyelesaian pengangkutan harian yang serba boleh. Popular di Eropah, MAN TGE dikuasakan oleh enjin turbodiesel 2.0 liter yang menjimatkan bahan api dan menghasilkan emisi yang rendah. Ia menawarkan pelbagai penyesuaian sebagai Van Panel, Cab Chassis, Cab Krew, Van Combi, atau Bas Mini.

Untuk memberikan fleksibiliti kepada pengangkut dan memaksimumkan masa operasi kenderaan, MAN Malaysia telah melanjutkan waktu operasi pusat servis Shah Alamnya kepada 18 jam dari Isnin hingga Jumaat, dengan syif lewat sehingga 2.30 pagi. Pemilik armada boleh menjadualkan penyelenggaraan dan pembaikan pada waktu malam, membolehkan mereka berada di jalan pada waktu siang. Pemandu boleh menunggu dengan selesa di ruang istirahat pelanggan, dilengkapi dengan sofa, kemudahan pancuran mandian, dan minuman.

MAN Malaysia juga mempromosikan rangkaian MAN Genuine Parts Ecoline yang bernilai untuk wang, menawarkan penjimatan sehingga 40% tanpa mengorbankan prestasi. Di ekspo tersebut, pengunjung boleh meneroka dan membeli alat ganti MAN tulen dan aksesori gaya hidup pada harga istimewa.

Lawati Booth PS01 di MCVE 2024 untuk mengetahui lebih lanjut tentang Trak, Bas, dan Van MAN, dan bagaimana ia dapat menyumbang kepada keuntungan perniagaan anda. Untuk maklumat tambahan tentang MAN di Malaysia, layari www.man.com.my.

The highlight of the exhibition is the MAN TGS Prime Mover, which comes in two variants – 6×4 and 6×2 ADR (Accord Dangereux Routier or European regulations for Dangerous Goods specification). As Malaysia’s best-selling EURO V specification Truck, the latest MAN TGS is more robust with improved aerodynamics and a higher level of safety features.

Also on display is the MAN RR5 Bus/Coach chassis, now equipped with a EURO V-specification engine as standard. Known for its fuel efficiency, low maintenance, durability, and reliability, the MAN RR5 chassis is ideal for intercity transport providers. Enhanced with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), it offers optimal safety for drivers, passengers, and other road users.

Making its official debut in Malaysia is the MAN TGE Van, a versatile daily transport solution. Popular in Europe, the MAN TGE is powered by a fuel-efficient and low-emission 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine. It offers customisation options as a Panel Van, Chassis Cab, Crew Cab, Combi Van, or Mini Bus.

To provide flexibility to transporters and maximize vehicle uptime, MAN Malaysia has extended its Shah Alam service centre operation hours to 18 hours from Monday to Friday, with a late shift until 2.30 am. Fleet owners can schedule maintenance and repairs at night, allowing them to be on the road during the day. Drivers can wait comfortably in the customer lounge, equipped with recliner sofas, shower facilities, and refreshments.

MAN Malaysia is also promoting its value-for-money MAN Genuine Parts Ecoline range, offering savings of up to 40% without compromising performance. At the expo, visitors can explore and purchase genuine MAN parts and lifestyle accessories at special prices.

Visit Booth PS01 at MCVE 2024 to learn more about MAN’s Trucks, Buses, and Vans, and how they can contribute to your business profitability. For additional information on MAN in Malaysia, visit www.man.com.my.