KUALA LUMPUR: Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is the official automotive partner for 2018 Le Tour de Langkawi (LTDL).
Held since 1996, Le Tour de Langkawi is a multiple stage bicycle race that is a highlight in the global competitive cycling calendar, attracting the world’s top riders.
Volkswagen’s previous involvement with LTDL was in 2016.
For this year’s LTDL, VPCM will provide 180 Volkswagen cars from its current model line-up, comprising of the Polo, Vento Highline, Passat Trendline, Passat Highline and the Tiguan Highline.
The vehicles will be used throughout the race by riders, safety marshals and officials.
As the official automotive partner, VPCM is also will be presenting the White Jersey to the competition’s Asian Champion.
Erik Winter, managing director of VPCM said Volkswagen is honoured to once again be part of Asia’s most prestigious cycling event.
“We are delighted to be able to support the race with our range of Volkswagen models, and we look forward to the amazing display of endurance, agility and strengths from the world-class riders taking part. On behalf of Volkswagen, we wish the participants all the very best,” he added.
