News & Reviews:   EVs

Both hydrogen and electric vehicles are zero-emission alternatives to traditional petrol-powered cars. However, they each have advantages and disadvantages. More so if you're looking to get one in Malaysia. Here's all you need to know!

Previously, we shared that Perodua will produce the first affordable electric vehicle (EV) for the local market by the end of 2025. Now, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reiterated this plan, saying that the government is ready to help in achieving the goal.

Indonesian Senior Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan has announced that Chinese automaker BYD will start commercially producing electric vehicles in the country in 2026. Furthermore, BYD will be holding the groundbreaking ceremony of its manufacturing plant in Indonesia this July.

Mydin and ChargeSini recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding where ChargeSini will build EV charging stations at Mydin stores across Malaysia. Do bear in mind that this is still just a signing of an MoU and that there are still no specific details like which branches will get ChargeSini EV chargers first or when.

As the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, it seems that the government has taken note of the consumers' need to add a charging station at their landed homes and high-rise properties. That's right, looks like those staying at their apartments will be able to install EV charging stations too.

The Malaysian Government may introduce a new incentive specific for the B40 group in the country to purchase electric vehicles (EVs) in Budget 2024. Such an incentive was touted by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), but will only apply to purchases of e-motorcycles.

Proton Holdings Bhd has announced that it may accelerate the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) suitable for Malaysian consumers as early as 2025. Previously, the national car manufacturer set a target for 2027 but has since expedited its projection.

To make electric vehicles (EVs) accessible to the masses, our Malaysian government is planning to only import EVs below RM100,000 only. This is so that EVs are not only for the high-income group but for the middle-income group too.