We’ve all heard it before: “Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) might be great for some countries, but can they handle Malaysia’s tropical climate?” With scorching temperatures, high humidity, and unpredictable rainy spells, it’s a fair concern. But with the rise of BEVs in our market, like the Neta models available through CARSOME, it’s time we bust some myths and see how they truly perform in our weather. Let’s start with the big question: Can BEVs survive our relentless heat and humidity? The an

Neta Auto Malaysia is set to breathe new energy into our seemingly ever-expanding battery electric vehicle (BEV) market by previewing nearly the whole range of their available models. Details are still under wraps at the moment, but a video shown by Neta Auto Seremban shows the Neta GT, Aya (the Neta V facelift, actually), the X SUV, and the S sedan. These three cars are still left-hand drive (LHD), so it's not a "launch imminent" thing just yet, but rather a preview. If we were to stoke to flam

In December 2023, Neta announced the completion of its 20,000 units per year capacity plant in Thailand. The company has since followed up on its progress, confirming that the first batch of Thailand-assembled (CKD) right-hand drive cars – a first outside of China – will reach customers by April 2024. The plant is in the outskirts of Bangkok, built in partnership with Neta’s local partner Bangchan General Assembly. Currently, the plant only makes one model, the Neta V-II, a facelift version of t

Over the weekend, Neta Malaysia introduced the country’s most affordable battery electric vehicle (BEV) in the form of the Neta V, priced at RM 99,800. According to our colleagues over at Carlist.my, Neta Malaysia has two more EVs in the pipeline for Malaysia – the Neta U and Neta S. Neta u – Corolla Cross-sized crossover with up to 610 km range Starting with the Neta U, this is a Toyota Corolla Cross-sized crossover that’s offered with several output levels and range in China. In China, Hozon A

Thailand has begun sales of the updated Neta V, which brings with it a newer, bigger battery, and a new colour, at the same THB 549,000 (~RM 71k) price point. The hatchback is now fitted with a newer 40.7 kWh lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) battery, bringing a larger capacity than the previous 38.5 kWh lithium-ion-type nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery. Range, however, remains the same – rated 384 km on the NEDC. WLTP figures aren't available yet. Neta Thailand's site still lists the older specs

Electric vehicles (EVs) only account for a small percentage of new car sales in Thailand but the government is encouraging more EV companies to invest in the Kingdom as it aims to be a regional EV hub by 2035. Joining the likes of GWM’s Ora, MG, and BYD is Hozon Auto. Like the other brands, Hozon comes from China and its models bear the Neta badge, which was officially introduced in Thailand this week. Unlike BYD’s Thai distributor, Rêver Automotive, an actual Neta model was also shown during th