Dongfeng lays out Malaysia expansion via Volt Auto, CKD assembly planned for 2026 Reported on May 26, 2026, Dongfeng has outlined its expansion in Malaysia through new Singapore-based distributor Volt Auto. The lineup is expected to extend beyond the Box, Vigo, and 007, with models such as the MHero II, Voyah Dream, and 008 under consideration. Volt Auto noted that growth will depend more on improving brand awareness in Malaysia than on product e...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/29

Malaysia gathers public input for upcoming autonomous vehicle roadmap Reported on May 19, 2026, the Ministry of Transport Malaysia, together with the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and Futurise, a subsidiary of Cyberview, has opened a public consultation process for Malaysia’s upcoming autonomous vehicle roadmap. According to MIROS, the initiative is part of the government’s broader plan to create a structured, phased, an...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/20

UMW Toyota Motor records April 2026 sales of 6,464 units in Malaysia Reported on May 15, 2026, UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd posted sales of 6,464 units in Malaysia in April 2026, bringing cumulative sales to 21,924 units in the first four months of the year. Month-on-month performance has shown steady growth since January, supported by new model introductions and rising demand for electrified vehicles. UMW Toyota continues to pursue Toyota’s multi-...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

BYD reiterates Malaysia commitment amid new EV localization policies Reported on May 15, 2026, BYD reaffirmed its commitment to the Malaysian market following recent government policy changes aimed at encouraging NEV makers to localize operations and work with domestic suppliers. The company said it will continue working with Malaysian authorities, distributors, and dealers to support new energy vehicle (NEV) development in the country. BYD also ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

JPJ data shows Malaysia’s Top EV brands and models in April 2026 Reported on May 11, 2026, Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) data showed Proton keeping its position as the leading EV brand in April 2026, registering 2,408 units. It remained ahead of BYD (1,413), iCaur (547), Zeekr (357), and Tesla (172). The rest of the top 10 included Xpeng (150), Leapmotor (108), MG (92), TQ Wuling (91), and MINI (81), while the remaining top 20 compr...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

Perodua plans local assembly and sales of Ativa Hybrid in Malaysia Reported on May 15, 2026, Perodua confirmed plans to locally produce and sell the Ativa Hybrid in Malaysia, following its 2022 subscription-based trial using imported units derived from the Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid. The company is still finalizing production timelines and pricing details. Perodua said it received approximately JPY 1.5 billion (over MYR 37 million) from Japan’s Glob...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

Daihatsu to produce HEVs in Malaysia at joint venture Perodua Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu) announced on May 14 that it will begin producing hybrid vehicles (HEVs) in Malaysia. This is the first time for Daihatsu to produce HEVs outside Japan. This project has been selected as the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)’s “Fiscal Year 2024 Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Project”. The start date of production has not b...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

es antenna layers for Gapwaves, which are subsequently incorporated into the final production of Gapwaves' MLW antennas. Headquartered in Austria, AT&S is a leading global manufacturer of high-quality IC substrates and printed circuit boards, with production facilities in Austria, China, India, and Malaysia.  Based on Gapwaves press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Malaysia sets 2030 target for Level 3 autonomous driving development Reported on May 11, 2026, Malaysia sets a goal of reaching Level 3 autonomous driving capability by 2030, with industry players urged to begin preparations immediately or risk falling behind global developments. The Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) is expected to lay the groundwork for the initiative, as the country remains at an early stage and has yet to...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Malaysia’s first EV charging design and installation guidelines released Reported on May 6, 2026, Malaysia introduced its first Design and Installation Guidelines for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Systems during the Public Works Department’s senior officers’ conference in Seremban. The framework, launched by the Deputy Works Minister, aims at providing a unified reference for EV charger deployment while strengthening safety standards and s...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

Dongfeng plans to build commercial vehicle assembly plant in Sabah, Malaysia Reported on May 10, Dongfeng Motor has revealed plans to make Sabah a hub for commercial vehicle (CV) assembly through a partnership with Kim Teck Cheong (KTC) Consolidated Bhd. The Sabah government has proposed Kota Belud Industrial Park as a potential site for the assembly plant. KTC had secured MYR 30 million in orders from Dongfeng as part of the collaboration’s in...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

Toyota Malaysia launches all-new Yaris Cross SUV On May 8, 2026, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) launched the all-new Yaris Cross in Malaysia, strengthening its presence in one of the market's fastest-growing segments. Price starts from MYR 99,900.00 for the ICE variant and MYR 109,900.00 for the HEV variant. Designed for urban environments, the SUV will be locally assembled at Toyota's Bukit Raja plant and features the Toyota Safety Sense suite of Advan...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

Proton April 2026 group sales total 18,156 units, YTD sales at 67,298 (up 40.9%) Announced on May 6, 2026, Proton posted April group sales of 18,156 units, bringing its YTD total to 67,298 units, up 40.9% YoY. While Malaysia’s total industry volume (TIV) is estimated to have grown 17.7% YoY in April and 1.8% YTD, Proton’s market share is estimated at 25% for April and 26.4% YTD. In Proton’s ICE lineup, the Proton Saga recovered strongly wit...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

other vehicles are produced at QazTehna's Karaganda plant. In a notable development, Vietnam's VinGroup held discussions with the Kazakh government in November 2025 regarding the implementation of a project in the electric mobility sector. In addition, Proton (Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional Bhd.) of Malaysia also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a local government fund in the same month to promote the development of the automotive industr...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

Chery’s Lepas reaches agreements with 20 Malaysian dealers ahead of local launch Reported on May 6, 2026, Lepas Malaysia has signed distribution agreements with 20 partners ahead of the launch of its first models, as the brand targets at least 30 outlets nationwide by end-2026. The Chery-owned marque is set to make its official Malaysian debut in the first half of 2026, led by the L8 and L6 models. Its line-up, which also includes the L4, is ba...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Malaysia revises rules for CBU electric vehicle imports effective July 1 Announced on May 6, 2026, Malaysia’s imports of fully assembled electric vehicles (CBU EVs) under the Franchise AP scheme will be subject to 2 main conditions from July 1, including a minimum Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value of RM200,000 and a revised motor output threshold of 180 kW, down from 200 kW. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said the f...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

MG Motor Malaysia sales accelerate in Q1 2026 on expansion, EV strategy Reported on May 6, 2026, MG Motor Malaysia posted sales of 807 vehicles in Q1 2026, up 57% from Q4 2025 and 39% YoY, reflecting rising demand and stronger brand traction. Growth was supported by product expansion, network development, and localization efforts as the company marked its second year in Malaysia. Among key drivers was the launch of the locally assembled MG S5 EV ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/06

Feytech–Wuhu Ruitai JV plans Q3 2026 start of seat production for Chery models in Malaysia Reported on May 4, 2026, Malaysia’s Bursa-listed Feytech Holdings Bhd said its joint venture with China’s Wuhu Ruitai Auto Parts Co Ltd, FTRT Autoparts Sdn Bhd, is gaining traction within the local automotive supply chain. The venture is scheduled to start seat production in Q3 2026, supporting two current Chery models along with two upcoming launches...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05

Feytech subsidiary lands new MYR 96.83 million seat cover supply deal from Proton On May 4, 2026, Bursa-listed Feytech Holdings Berhad (Feytech) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Gosford Leather Industries Sdn Bhd, has been awarded a contract from Malaysian automaker Proton to supply seat covers for an upcoming model. The company noted that the deal builds on a long-running collaboration with Proton, dating back to 2012. Production is s...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05

vehicle technologies, tire manufacturing, and auto components. Foreign direct investment (FDI) remained strong, with 427 projects worth THB 965,869 million (USD 30.2 billion). The top 10 sources were Singapore, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, the United States, the Netherlands, Malaysia, and Sweden. BOI approvals in Q1 totaled 649 projects valued at THB 330,132 million (USD 10.3 billion), expected to generate over 42,000 jobs...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05