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Vietnam’s VinFast expands to African market via partnership with Ghana’s Jospong
Vietnamese automaker VinFast Auto has signed a distribution agreement with Jospong Group of Companies, Ghana's leading multi-industry conglomerate, in Ghana and West African market. This deal marks the Vietnamese electric vehicle pioneer's initial foray into the African market, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the global shift towards…
March 18, 2024
News,Malaysia,Electric Vehicles & Mobility
Malaysia’s Carsome appoints Eric Chan as Group President and COO
Carsome Group Inc., an integrated car e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia, has on Thursday revealed strategic leadership transitions designed to fortify further the company’s commitment to growth and operational efficiency.
March 14, 2024
News,Malaysia,Electric Vehicles & Mobility,Singapore
MyTukar renames to Carro, appoints Malaysian influencer Phei Yong as first brand ambassador
MyTukar powered by Carro, Malaysia’s used car ecosystem, has renamed to Carro, signifying a move that will bring more of Carro’s cutting-edge technologies, products, and services to Malaysian customers.
March 12, 2024
News,Sustainability,Electric Vehicles & Mobility,Malaysia
Maybank partners Gentari to explore green mobility, renewable energy solutions
Malaysian lender Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) and clean energy firm Gentari have on Monday announced a significant step towards a more sustainable future with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore collaboration in green mobility and renewable energy solutions.
March 11, 2024
TNGlobal Insider,Vietnam,Electric Vehicles & Mobility,Indonesia
How VinFast’s founder joins the auto industry’s power list
The #EV industry is booming, but competition is fierce. Geopolitical turmoil, economic fluctuations, and shifting consumer confidence add further complexity. To navigate these challenges, VinFast has adopted a multi-product, multi-market strategy, a unique approach that's granting the #Vietnamese electric car company a significant advantage and propelling…
March 9, 2024
News,SEA,Singapore,Asia,Electric Vehicles & Mobility
Softbank-backed Carro expands into Hong Kong with Beyond Cars acquisition
Carro, Southeast Asia's largest online used car platform, has on Thursday announced its acquisition of Beyond Cars, one of the leading used car platforms in Hong Kong. With Hong Kong under its belt, the firm is now present in a total of seven markets, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, and Taiwan.
March 8, 2024
News,Vietnam,Electric Vehicles & Mobility,Asia
Vietnam’s VinFast signs dealer sales agreement with first dealer in Middle East
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast Auto has officially signed a dealer sales agreement with Bahwan Automobiles Trading LLC (BAT) for the distribution of electric vehicles in the Oman market. This event signifies not only VinFast's initial operation in the Middle East region but also a significant step in the VinFast’s global expansion.
February 29, 2024
News,Electric Vehicles & Mobility,Asia
Geely-backed EV firm Polestar secures $950M external funding
Geely-backed Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC, the Swedish electric performance car brand, has on Wednesday announced that it has secured $950 million in external funding. The financing is being provided by 12 leading international banks including BNP Paribas, Natixis, Standard Chartered, BBVA, HSBC and SPDB, in the form of a three-year loan facility.
February 29, 2024
News,Malaysia,Electric Vehicles & Mobility
Malaysia government mulling one-off subsidy to boost EV ownership – report
"This suggestion is being fine-tuned by the Finance Ministry," deputy minister said.
February 29, 2024
News,Electric Vehicles & Mobility,Singapore
GetGo, SBS Transit team up to advance sustainable mobility in Singapore
GetGo, Singapore’s car-sharing platform, and SBSTransit, a bus and rail operator in Singapore, have announced a new partnership to promote seamless and sustainable mobility solutions for a car-lite Singapore. Both companies have committed to jointly promote car-sharing for better first- and last-mile connectivity to or from SBS Transit’s islandwide rail and…
February 27, 2024