As of 25-June 2024, a total of 2,585 EV charging points have been installed nationwide, covering all states and federal territories except Labuan, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI). This represents a 12.5 percent increase from Q1 of 2024. Out of the total, 610 units are DC fast chargers, while 1,975 units are AC chargers. As of 20-March 2024, a total of 2,214 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations were operational. MITI provided this in a written reply via the

Arvind

Jul 5, 2024

BYD, together with its Thailand distributor Rever Automotive, inaugurated the BYD Thailand plant in Rayong yesterday. BYD’s Thailand plant is its first in Southeast Asia, and its third outside of China, after Brazil and Uzbekistan. Another plant is currently under construction in Hungary. Spanning 948,000 square meters, the BYD Thailand plant has an annual capacity of 150,000 units per year. Four models have been confirmed for production, including one yet-to-be launched model: BYD Dolphin, Atto

Hans

Jul 5, 2024

SpeedFest 2024 is set to break records with the largest car gathering ever seen in Malaysia at KL Base, Sungai Besi, on the 13th and 14th of July 2024. This premier automotive event will bring together car enthusiasts from all over the region for an unforgettable celebration of automotive culture. Jointly organized by iCar Asia, WapCar, and other industry players, the SpeedFest 2024 promises a spectacular showcase of a diverse vehicle range, from modified cars and supercars to restomods, unique

Arvind

Jul 5, 2024

Honda Malaysia announced the upgraded Honda Insurance Plus (HiP) that offers three enhanced benefits: unlimited mileage towing, a 100% payout for up to 15 years, and 100% coverage on accidental repairs (no betterment) for up to 13 years. Honda Malaysia's Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Hironobu Yoshimura, stated, “Since its launch in 2002, HiP has been known for its comprehensive protection. Our new tagline, 'Maximise Coverage, Maximise Smiles', reflects our commitment to enhancing the experience

Sanjay

Jul 5, 2024

The Honda Jazz might be a sorely missed name among fans but its replacement, the Honda City Hatchback has been a healthy seller for Honda Malaysia. That said, the first-generation Honda Jazz was a game-changer when it was introduced in 2001. The Jazz would go on to become a worldwide smash hit but over in its home market, the Fit as it was called in Japan would go on to be a literal superstar for Honda. It won numerous awards including a sweep of two of Japan’s major car of the year awards in 20

CY Foong

Jul 4, 2024