Announced on October 30, 2025, Proton officially launched its second EV under Proton e.MAS brand, the Proton e.MAS 5, in Malaysia. Prices start from MYR 59,800 for the Prime variant and MYR 72,800 for the Premium variant, with a special launch rebate of up to MYR 3,000 available until December 31, 2025.
The e.MAS 5,

Announced on October 29, 2025, Lynas Rare Earths will invest MYR 500 million (AUD 180 million) to build a new Heavy Rare Earth (HRE) separation facility at Lynas Malaysia, addressing growing global demand for reliable supply beyond China.
The expansion reinforces Lynas’ position as the only commercial producer of bot

On October 24, 2025, Jetour Auto Malaysia teased the upcoming launch of the Jetour T2 on its social media page, posting the caption: “When the machine awakens, adventure begins. Get ready to meet the unstoppable Jetour T2.”
Back in November 2024, Jetour Auto International’s Vice President announced in China that all

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Japan on October 27, the second stop on his Asia tour that will culminate a few days later with a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea.
Trump visited with Japan's Emperor N

Reported on October 21, 2025, KINETA announced a strategic partnership with Powerbee and Vestech Energy, subsidiaries of Solarvest Holdings Bhd, to integrate solar energy with EV charging, supporting Malaysia’s expanding clean energy landscape.
Through this collaboration, the companies aim to promote solar adoption a

On October 20, 2025, Pro-Net teased on social media, “10 days to go — an EV for every Malaysian,” officially revealing that the Proton eMas 5 EV will launch on October 30.
On October 23, the company revealed that since bookings opened, the eMas 5 has received over 4,000 reservations, averaging about 150 per day.
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Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) announced that new car sales of 58,490 units in September increased by 0.2% over the same month in 2024. PV (passenger vehicles) sales were increased 0.3% to 53,352 units. CV (commercial vehicles) sales were decreased 0.5% to 5,138 units.
New car sales for the first nine months

Reported on October 17, 2025, Chery Corporate Malaysia said at the 2025 Chery International User Summit in Wuhu, China, that it plans to introduce the Lepas brand to the Malaysian market during H1 2026.
While the specific model to lead Lepas’ Malaysian debut has not been confirmed, Chery Corporate Malaysia signaled a

Announced on October 16, 2025, Yinson GreenTech and PLUS Malaysia Berhad have started building Malaysia’s first highway Integrated EV Charging Hub at the Seremban Rest and Service Area (Southbound) on the North-South Expressway.
The hub will have 20 fast Direct Current (DC) chargers, allowing EVs to recharge in 20 to

Announced on October 20, 2025, SHB has established its first overseas manufacturing hub in Malaysia, located in the Senai Airport City Free Zone, Johor. Backed by an investment of MYR 600 million, the advanced facility is a cornerstone of SHB’s global expansion and marks its evolution from “Made in China” to “Intelli

Announced on October 15, 2025, Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) officially launched sales of the locally-assembled Hyundai STARIA MPV.
This marks the first model produced in Malaysia under the HMY banner, in collaboration with assembly partner Inokom at Sime Motors’ Kulim facility in Kedah.
Starting at MYR 179,888, the 2

Reported on October 13, 2025, the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) has released data on the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) models registered in Malaysia during the first nine months of 2025.
Leading the top 10 was the Proton e.MAS 7 with 6,212 units registered, followed by the BYD Sealion 7 (2,709 units), BYD

Reported on October 13, 2025, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) highlighted the absence of an extension for import and excise duty exemptions on fully imported (CBU) electric vehicles (EVs) in Budget 2026. While supporting the government’s focus on locally assembled (CKD) EVs, MAA urged continued incentives

Reported on October 13, 2025, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) expressed support for the government’s announcement on the amendment of the Consumer Protection Act 1999 to include a lemon law.
The move follows a six-month feasibility study in 2024, which highlighted the need for a dedicated legal framework t

Announced on October 15, 2025, SAIC Motor Malaysia has signed a vehicle production agreement with EP Manufacturing (EPMB) to assemble MG vehicles locally, including both combustion and electric models, at its Pegoh, Melaka plant. CKD assembly is set to begin in Q1 2026.
The initiative is expected to make vehicles mor

Announced on October 14, 2025, Meta Bright Group’s 51%-owned subsidiary, Meta Bright ChargeSini Sdn. Bhd. (MBC), has agreed to acquire 17 operational EV charging sites, comprising 54 chargers (44 AC, 10 DC), from ChargeHere EV Solution Sdn. Bhd. for MYR 2,006,528.
Located in key Klang Valley areas such as North Kiara

On October 13, 2025, Perodua’s President and CEO confirmed that pilot production of the company’s first-ever EV has already begun at its Rawang facility. The EV is on track for launch before the end of 2025, as scheduled, with a target price capped at MYR 80,000.
Perodua aims for the EV to deliver a range of 400–410

Announced on October 13, 2025, Perodua is advancing Mobility as a Service (MaaS) in Malaysia through its super app, “P-Circle”, integrating a range of online services to make mobility part of everyday life. This move reflects Perodua’s future vision and the automotive industry’s shift toward connected vehicles and sm

Reported on October 8, 2025, Hyundai Motor Malaysia officially opened bookings for the locally-assembled STARIA turbodiesel MPV, a model designed to elevate space, comfort, and versatility. 
Priced from around MYR 179,888 to MYR 267,888, it maintains parity with the previously fully-imported (CBU) version.
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