Is Tesla cancelling plans for Southeast Asia factory? Malaysian Minister of Trade responds
AshleyAug 12, 2024, 11:25 AM
Recently, according to Thailand's "Nation" media reports, Tesla has canceled plans to build new factories in Thailand, Malaysia, or Indonesia, and withdrew the team responsible for the project.
On August 8, Malaysia's Minister of Trade Tengku Zafrul Aziz responded on social media to this matter, saying, "This report is not from Tesla official and it quotes anonymous sources, so its accuracy is to be verified. Secondly, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MITI) has never officially announced that Tesla will build a factory in Malaysia. Although we have had exchanges with Musk to explore the possibility of investment cooperation, Tesla has not made a clear commitment."
To promote the development of the electric vehicle industry, the Malaysian government launched the Global BEV initiative, which is open to all electric vehicle manufacturers, with Tesla being one of them. Companies participating in this initiative need to meet the following conditions:
1. Install at least 50 super-fast charging piles of 180 kilowatts or more
2. Ensure that at least 30% of the super-fast charging piles are open to other brand electric vehicles
3. Collaborate with at least 10 local companies to jointly develop charging infrastructure
Data shows that Malaysia has achieved significant success in attracting foreign investment. From 2022 to the first quarter of 2024, Malaysia attracted a total of 24.55 billion ringgit in investment related to the electric vehicle manufacturing industry. Furthermore, in the first quarter of 2024, Malaysia attracted a total of 837 billion ringgit in investment, a 13 percent increase from the same period last year. Whether Tesla will build factories in Malaysia is still undecided. But the Malaysian government is committed to developing the electric vehicle industry and providing support to all eligible companies.
If any infringement occurs, please contact us for deletion

Xpeng X9 is expected to launch in Malaysia in 2025, hailed as the electric version of Toyota Alphard
Since the right-hand drive version of Xpeng X9 was launched in Hong Kong, it has been favored by many Toyota Alphard users. Now, Xpeng plans to introduce the X9 to Singapore next month, and it is highly likely that it will be launched in Malaysia in 2025.With its luxurious configuration, intelligent technology, and excellent endurance, the Xpeng X9 is expected to become the Alphard of Malaysia's electric MPVs.The exterior design of the Xpeng X9 continues Xpeng's unique style, with recognizable f

New Mercedes-Benz GLB Spy Shots Revealed: Pure Electric + Mild Hybrid Dual Power, Debuts in 2026!
Recently, the new Mercedes-Benz GLB spy photos were exposed. The new car will be built on the MMA platform and will offer pure electric and mild hybrid models. This car will not only replace the current Mercedes-Benz GLB but also replace the current Mercedes-Benz EQB. The new car will make its official debut in 2026. The first generation of Mercedes-Benz GLB made its first appearance in the 2020 model year, offering front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive layout.(Mercedes-Benz GLB picture source: t

Proton's first pure electric car, eMAS 7, is launched, targeting BYD ATTO 3 everywhere
Although the Proton eMAS 7 was recently launched, I have to mention the ATTO 3, because the targeting of the Proton eMAS 7 is too obvious.First, you can tell from the price. The BYD Atto 3 costs at least RM149,800, and even if BYD lowers the price by RM20,000, Proton can still ensure the price advantage of the eMAS 7. That is to say, the pricing of Proton eMAS 7 is very smart.The eMAS 7 has launched two versions:Proton e.MAS 7 Prime priced at RM109,800Proton e.MAS 7 Premium priced at RM123,800Th

Latest news on the 2025 Proton Saga, with ADAS support provided by iMotion Technology
【PCauto】The Proton Saga, with a history of nearly 40 years, is one of the most popular compact cars in Malaysia, and its sales have exceeded 2 million units.With the arrival of 2025, rumors about the new generation of Saga (code: AMA01) are becoming more and more.The upgrade of the Proton Saga is not only a complete renewal of its exterior and interior, but also a comprehensive upgrade of its power system and safety technology. The style of the exterior and interior will have a more technologica

BYD Xia launched in China, using the fifth generation DM hybrid system, with prices starting from RM 153,389
[PCauto] BYD Xia has recently been launched, and BYD M6 is no longer sold in China. Xia will fill BYD's vacancy in the MPV market. BYD Xia offers four configurations. According to the CLTC pure electric endurance test, it can be roughly divided into 100km and 180km versions. The price ranges from 249,800 to 309,800 RMB. Converted into Malaysian currency this is approximately RM153.4k - 189.2k. As BYD's important model, Xia is also equipped with the fifth-generation DM plug-in hybrid system. T
Popular Cars
Car Compare