Reported on December 25, 2025, a newly established electric vehicle test center (EVTC) in Bandar Baharu, Kedah became the region’s first international vehicle testing facility. Developed to strengthen the electromobility ecosystem in South and Southeast Asia, the center is owned and operated by Focus Applied Technolo

Reported on December 19, 2025, Malaysia’s Energy Commission (ST) had approved licences for 5,360 public EV chargers nationwide as of end-November, comprising 3,569 AC units and 1,791 DC fast chargers. This remains well below the government’s 10,000-charger target set under the Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint (LCMB) 202

Announced on December 22, 2025, Betamek Berhad’s wholly owned subsidiary, Betamek Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd., has been appointed by Perodua to supply electronic components for a new vehicle model.
Under this Letter of Appointment, deliveries began in Q3 of the financial year ending March 31, 2026, with the 6-year cont

Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) announced that new car sales of 72,509 units in November increased by 5.5% over the same month in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive month of increase. In November, PV (passenger vehicles) sales increased 5.8% to 67,308 units. CV (commercial vehicles) sales increased 1.1% to 5

Reported on December 12, 2025, data released by the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) outlined the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) brands registered in Malaysia from January to November 2025.
BYD continued to dominate the market with 11,870 registrations, maintaining a clear lead over Proton, which recorded 7,78

Announced on December 17, 2025, TQ WULING officially launched the locally assembled TQ WULING Bingo compact electric hatchback in Malaysia, tailored for urban mobility. The model is offered in two variants: the Bingo PRO at MYR 67,800 and the Bingo MAX at MYR 72,800, with launch promotions adding further appeal.
The

On December 17, 2025, Perodua launched the all-new subcompact SUV, the Traz.
The all-new Traz measures 4,310mm in length, 1,770mm in width, 1,655mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,620mm. It is equipped with a 1.5L 2NR-VE engine mated to a CVT.
The Traz adopts the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) B-segment

Reported on December 15, 2025, EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) revealed the XPeng models to be assembled in Malaysia: the G6 SUV, X9 MPV, and the newly launched X9 PowerX REEV at Melaka plant. Its wholly owned subsidiary, PEPS-JV (Melaka) Sdn Bhd (PJVM), signed a Framework Assembly Agreement (FAA) and Vehicle Assembly Ag

Reported on December 12, 2025, the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) released registration data for the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) models in Malaysia covering the January–November 2025 period.
The Proton e.MAS 7 led the chart with 7,740 registrations. It was followed by the BYD Sealion 7 and BYD Atto 3, bot

Reported on December 12, 2025, EP Manufacturing Berhad (EPMB) launched Phase 2 of its Melaka assembly plant, raising annual capacity from 6,000 to 30,000 units. This announcement was accompanied by the first CKD GWM WEY G9 PHEV MPV coming off the line in Malaysia. 
EPMB has evolved from a Tier-1 parts supplier into a

Reported on December 12, 2025, GWM Malaysia confirmed that the first locally assembled (CKD) WEY G9 units have already rolled off the line at the EP Manufacturing (EPMB) plant in Melaka, marking the first Chinese new-energy MPV to be assembled in Malaysia. The model was first shown locally at the Kuala Lumpur Interna

Announced on December 15, 2025, XPeng Motors plans to launch its third overseas localized manufacturing initiative, selecting Malaysia as the next base to deepen its footprint in Southeast Asia.
The company recently formalized a partnership with Malaysia’s EPMB Group to move forward with the project, marking XPeng’s

Announced on December 11, 2025, Proton stated that its recent Technology Showcase, which included a preview of an upcoming PHEV model, helped enhance the brand’s high-tech positioning and sustain customer interest, contributing to improved sales in 2025 and setting the stage for growth in 2026.
Held at PROTON’s Centr

Announced on December 11, 2025, Proton posted group sales of 13,451 units in November, including domestic and export volumes. January–November sales totaled 143,322 units, up 3.6% YoY and on track for full-year growth, with an estimated 18.4% market share in November and 19.7% year to date.
In November, the Proton Sa

Announced on December 9, 2025, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has expanded its locally assembled SUV portfolio with two new models: the GLC 200 4MATIC and the GLE 400 e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid. 
Both are produced in Pekan and strengthen the brand’s SUV line-up in Malaysia. The GLC 200 4MATIC, priced from MYR 329,888, returns a

Announced on December 10, 2025, Stellantis Malaysia launched the all-new Leapmotor B10, a C-segment electric SUV.
Built on the LEAP3.5 architecture with CTC 2.0+ integration, the B10 measures (LWH) 4,515x 1,885x 1,655 mm with a 2,735-mm wheelbase. It offers a lower center of gravity, 50:50 weight distribution, and a

Reported on December 9, 2025, Perodua Malaysia released a short teaser for its upcoming model, captioned “Simplicity Continues…”.
The model is widely expected to be the D66B B-segment crossover, which is anticipated to share DNGA underpinnings with the Toyota Yaris Cross. Perodua’s version is rumored to adopt the Nex

Reported on December 2, 2025, Naza Italia has announced that it will end its role as Maserati’s importer and distributor in Malaysia, having formally notified Maserati SpA in line with the 180-day requirement under their 2009 agreement.
The company said the move aligns with Naza Auto’s strategy to refocus on core bra

Reported on December 3, 2025, Proton is preparing to host the Proton Tech Showcase at its Centre of Excellence (COE) in Shah Alam, Malaysia, from December 5 to 7.
Ahead of the event, the company shared a teaser on Proton e.MAS's social media showing the silhouette of an SUV, prompting speculation that a new model mig

On December 1, 2025, Perodua, Malaysia unveiled its first BEV, the QV-E, priced at MYR 80,000 (excluding insurance and battery). Developed at a cost of MYR 800 million, the “Quest for Visionary Electric Vehicle” is produced at Perodua’s new Smart Mobility Plant, with current capacity of 500 units per month, set to re