Electric Vehicles & Mobility

The global enthusiasm towards #EVs is undeniable, with the #APAC region emerging as an important growth sector. While challenges persist, collaborative efforts and technological innovations in charging infrastructure, #grid stability, and R&D will pave the way for overcoming the barriers to #EV adoption.

Malaysia-based glovemaker Careplus Group Berhad is partnering electric vehicle (EV) mobility firm GoAuto Group to set up an EV plant in Malaysia with gross development value (GDV) of the about MYR 600 million ringgit ($128 million).

"VinFast has once committed to cease selling internal combustion engine vehicles before 2035, and we are proud to announce that we have achieved this significant milestone much earlier than anticipated," said Madame Le Thi Thu Thuy, Global CEO of VinFast, during the panel discussion on "Sustainable Supply Chain Resilience: Navigating Global Disruption" at…

Gogoro Inc., a Taiwan-based technology leader in battery-swapping ecosystems that enable sustainable mobility solutions for cities, has on Tuesday announced the immediate availability of its battery swapping ecosystem and Smartscooters in India.

Malaysia-based conglomerate DRB-Hicom and Chinese automaker Geely Holdings have signed a joint venture agreement to develop the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley in Tanjong Malim, Perak in Malaysia. This follows the recent master collaboration agreement signed in October 2023, which had set forth the underlying principles, governance framework, and mutual…

Gentari Sdn Bhd, a Malaysia-based clean energy solutions provider, intends to partner with Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) through its subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country.

Gogoro Inc., a Taiwan-based technology leader in battery-swapping ecosystems that enable sustainable mobility solutions for cities, has announced the commercial launch and availability of its smartscooters and battery swapping ecosystem in Manila, the capital of the Philippines.

Lotus Technology, a global luxury electric vehicle maker of British sports car firm Lotus Group, which is owned jointly by Chinese automaker Geely and Malaysia's Etika Automotive, has secured additional financing ahead of the completion of its planned business combination with L Catterton Asia Acquisition Corp (LCAA). The firm has signed agreements for a…

Smart Malaysia, a unit of Chinese automaker Geely, has on Tuesday announced the official pricing for its all-new electric vehicle (EV), the smart #1. The prices of the smart #1 Pro, Premium and BRABUS are ranged from MYR 189,000 ($40,619) to MYR 249,000 ($53,514).

The adoption of electric taxis in #Laos has the potential to revolutionize transportation, bringing both economic and environmental benefits. By embracing this sustainable mode of transportation, Laos can not only enhance its economy and tourism industry, but also contribute to a greener future.