News & Reviews:   EV

With electric vehicles (EVs) getting increasingly more government support, even delivery companies are adding electric-powered delivery vehicles to their fleet. The same goes for Pos Malaysia, which has added new electric vans to its delivery fleet.

Malaysia’s journey towards smarter, greener mobility reached a historic milestone today as the all-new Proton e.MAS 5 made its first public appearance at the National Day Parade in Putrajaya. So, what should you know about it?

In a milestone move for PRO-NET, the official distributor of Proton e.MAS and smart Malaysia vehicles, the company has officially handed over a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) to the Ministry of Transport (MOT). The handover, which took place on 26 August, aligns with the national Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint (LCMB) 2021–2030 and reinforces PRO-NET’s role in driving the country’s transition to sustainable transportation.

BYD has launched its Level?4 “God’s Eye” autonomous parking feature starting from RM44700 (approx. RMB?69800). The company has also pledged to accept full responsibility for any damages that occur while using the feature. This move brings advanced tech to everyday EV buyers.

Today, Grab Malaysia has officially launched its first fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) dedicated to airport transfers. It was unveiled at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and officiated by the Ministry of Transport.

A new sighting of the upcoming Perodua QV e-EM1, Malaysia’s highly anticipated electric vehicle (EV), has surfaced — this time without its rear wing, revealing a much clearer view of its sleek, sloped roofline and distinctively notched tailgate.

A recent study by researchers from East China Normal University in Shanghai and Lund University in Sweden found that Europe, China and the United States may not be able to produce sufficient lithium supplies by 2030 to meet the high demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries.

The number of electric vehicles (EVs) in Malaysia is on the rise, but there are concerns about EV battery disposal that could pose a threat to the environment and the health of the people. With this, the government is initiating discussions with EV manufacturers to address the anticipated accumulation of nearly 900,000 depleted lithium-ion batteries by 2050.

Yesterday, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof announced plans to establish 10,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country by the end of 2025. It is part of its National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) to support the growing adoption of EVs and reduce carbon emissions.

Proton introduced their first electric vehicle, the Proton eMas 7, a few months ago, and it has been very popular among Proton fans and those looking to buy their first electric vehicle. Recently, Perodua released a timeline for the patches and EV update. So, what should you know about it?