Reported on June 13, 2025, at the launch of New Energy Asia (NEA), the newly formed joint venture between HICOM Engineering and Hangzhou Flash Charging (HFC) signed collaboration agreements with (i) Future Fuelling Malaysia, (ii) Pro-Net, and (iii) Malakoff Green Solutions. These partnerships aim to promote clean mob

Announced on June 13, 2025, New Energy Asia Sdn. Bhd, a newly-formed joint venture between HICOM Engineering Sdn Bhd (HESB) (a DRB-HICOM subsidiary) and Hangzhou Flash Charging New Energy Co Ltd (HFC) (a Lotus Technology Inc. subsidiary), has launched a comprehensive range of high-quality EV charging equipment for Ma

Announced on June 9, 2025, Malaysia’s Proton officially launched the e.MAS 7 in Trinidad and Tobago, the second international market for its first EV model after Nepal.
The launch event in Port of Spain was hosted by local distributor ANSA Motors, which also opened a new EV showroom at The City of Grand Bazaar to sup

Reported on June 9, 2025, Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) has activated its official social media channels under the name Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok. This marks the beginning of a new phase, ahead of an expected formal announcement detailing the company’s operationa

Reported on June 11, 2025, data from the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) revealed the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) brands registered in Malaysia between January and May 2025.
BYD remained at the top with 4,355 units registered, followed by Proton with 3,399 units of the eMas 7 (excluding 233 units exported)

On June 9, 2025, Dongfeng Cars Malaysia posted a dealer recruitment notice on its social media page, hinting at the upcoming launch of the Nammi 06 SUV and 007 sedan in Malaysia.
These two models are expected to join the Box (formerly known as the Nammi 01), currently the only Dongfeng passenger vehicle available loc

Announced on June 6, 2025, Proton reported total sales of 13,328 units in May, a 6.1% YoY increase, covering domestic, export, smart, and Proton e.MAS figures. This marked the third straight month of growth. Sales for the first 5 months of 2025 reached 61,087 units, with market share estimated at 19.2%.
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Announced on June 3, 2025, Malaysia-based Globaltec Formation Berhad (GLOTEC), through its Automotive division represented by AutoV Corporation, has entered into a 50:50 joint venture and Subscription Agreement with Blue Breeze Sdn. Bhd. (BBSB) to establish GFB Hongli Sdn. Bhd.
The newly formed entity will focus on t

On May 28, 2025, Betamek Berhad, a leading ODM and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider for the automotive industry, reported a strong performance for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 (FY2025), with profit before tax (PBT) rising 21.1% YoY to MYR 32.0 million. Revenue grew 7.3% to MYR 238.3 millio

Announced on May 27, 2025, Sime Darby Bhd (Sime) reported a 9.9% increase in net profit from continuing operations to MYR 1.29 billion for the 9 months ended March 31, 2025. The growth was mainly driven by stronger contributions from the UMW division, offsetting weaker performance in the Motors division.
The Motors d

Announced on May 22, 2025, Neways Electronics officially inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Selangor, Malaysia, specializing in advanced semiconductor assemblies. Industry leader ASML was the facility’s first customer. 
The investment is expected to boost Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem t

Announced on May 23, 2025, Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad, Malaysia reported revenue of MYR 553.0 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, down 1.9% YoY due to softer consumer sentiment and intensified competition. Despite the decline, the Group posted a profit before tax of MYR 4.6 million, reversing a loss of

Announced on May 21, 2025, Malaysia-based Meta Bright Group Berhad (MBGB), through its 55%-owned subsidiary Meta Bright Solutions Sdn. Bhd. (MBS), has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with ChargeHere EV Solution Sdn. Bhd. 
ChargeHere, operating under the ChargeSini brand, is Malaysia’s leading EV Charging P

Announced on May 20, 2025, MG Motor Malaysia has officially launched the all-new MGS5 EV, a C-segment electric SUV, with prices starting from MYR 115,900 and an exclusive launch offer for the first 500 buyers. 
Offered in two variants, the COM variant provides a choice of either a 49-kWh or 62-kWh battery, delivering

Announced on May 20, 2025, the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 (MAS 2025), held from May 9 to 15, marked its most successful edition to date.
The event drew a record-breaking 294,062 visitors, a 31% increase from 2024, boosted by a two-day extension. Organized by the Malaysia Automotive, Robotics, and IoT Institute (MARii) wi

Announced on May 15, 2025, Shell Recharge and Proton New Energy Technology (PRO-NET), a subsidiary of PROTON, have partnered to enhance the convenience of EV charging in Malaysia. This collaboration allows PROTON e.MAS and smart EV drivers to locate and pay for charging at Shell Recharge stations through the PROTON e

Announced on May 19, 2025, MCE Ventures Sdn. Bhd. (MVSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of MCE Holdings Berhad, has signed a Joint Venture cum Shareholders Agreement (JVSA) with China-based Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd. (NCT). The agreement paves the way for the establishment of a new private limited joint venture

Announced on May 19, 2025, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Chery Corporate Malaysia launched the “Chery Premier Supply Chain Synergy Programme.”
Supported by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and the Malaysia Automotive Robotics & IoT Institute (MARii), the event brought

Reported on May 16, 2025, Honda Malaysia has received 200 bookings for the all-electric Honda e:N1 before the official local launch on May 15.
The company expects to clear its entire stock of the B-segment SUV by year-end, before the import and excise duty exemptions for CBU EVs expire on December 31, 2025.
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On May 17, 2025, Trensor Co. Ltd., a leading automotive sensor manufacturer, broke ground on its first international production facility in Penang, Malaysia. The MYR 100 million investment will create 200 high-skilled jobs and is expected to generate MYR 200 million in annual sales once operations begin in 2026. Land