Author: Dimas Mahendra

WeRide has launched a global insurance program with Allianz Insurance Singapore and Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance Company of China as its first partners, aiming to develop coverage for its Level 4 (L4) autonomous vehicle operations as the company expands internationally. Announced on October 27, the program will cover different stages of autonomous vehicle operations, including robotaxis and robobuses. The partners will develop insurance arrangements that address local regulatory requirements across WeRide’s existing markets in China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East, as well as planned launches in Europe. https://evmagz.com/weride-expands-to-denmark-with-first-nordic-robotaxi-partnership/ The proposed coverage includes motor liability, commercial general liability,…

Thailand’s Board of Investment (BoI) has approved Toyota’s investment of 1.49 billion baht in its Ban Pho factory in Chachoengsao province to support production of the hydrogen fuel-cell electric Toyota Hilux. The project is set to introduce Thailand’s first domestically manufactured hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle. Toyota plans to establish a dedicated production line at the Ban Pho facility, which already builds internal combustion engine, mild-hybrid and battery-electric versions of the ninth-generation Hilux. Production of the fuel-cell variant is scheduled to begin in December 2027. The company will also install a hydrogen refuelling station at the site to support vehicle production…

Tesla has opened its first Supercharger location in Singapore to non-Tesla electric vehicles, allowing drivers of compatible models to access its charging network. The Dunearn Village station in the Bukit Timah area offers four charging stalls with output of up to 250 kW. The opening was reported by The Straits Times. The site began operating in early October and is available around the clock to Tesla vehicles and other compatible EVs, according to Tesla’s official location listing. Higher Charging Rates for Other EV Brands Non-Tesla drivers pay between S$0.63 and S$0.91 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), depending on the time of day.…

Hyundai Motor has supplied 11 County EV electric buses for Bali’s first electric public transport scheme, expanding the South Korean automaker’s commercial electric vehicle presence in Indonesia. Indonesian bus body manufacturer Laksana built the bodies on Hyundai platforms, combining imported vehicle technology with local manufacturing. The buses measure eight metres in length and accommodate 20 passengers. Each vehicle is equipped with a 128 kWh battery and offers a driving range of more than 200 kilometres, according to the project details. The fleet was presented at the scheme’s launch on 22 October 2026. After-Sales Support Forms Part of Hyundai’s Bid The…

BYD has launched its first electric vehicles under the Danza name in Indonesia, introducing updated versions of the D9 MPV and Z9 GT shooting brake following a local renaming of its premium brand. The company also plans to deploy 100 Flash Chargers across the country by December 2026. The brand name change follows a trademark dispute in Indonesia involving the Denza name. Both newly launched models are available locally only in fully electric configurations, although BYD offers plug-in hybrid versions in other markets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQu45u2-874 The D9 and Z9 GT feature BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery, which uses lithium iron phosphate (LFP)…

Mazda has launched the CX-6e in Thailand, marking the model’s introduction to Southeast Asia and the Japanese automaker’s second electric vehicle in the market after the Mazda 6e, which arrived in March. The mid-size electric SUV is imported from China as a completely built-up (CBU) vehicle. It is produced at a factory in Nanjing, Jiangsu, operated by Mazda’s joint venture with Changan. Mazda CX-6e Prices and Powertrain Mazda offers the CX-6e in Thailand in two variants: Premium and Premium Sports. The Premium is priced at 1.259 million baht, equivalent to approximately €33,500, while the Premium Sports costs 1.299 million baht,…

BYD Malaysia has appointed Inokom Corporation Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Sime Darby Bhd, as its local assembly partner for planned completely knocked-down (CKD) vehicle operations in Malaysia. The companies formalised the partnership through a memorandum of understanding signed at BYD’s global headquarters in Shenzhen, China, according to a statement issued by BYD Malaysia on Thursday. The appointment followed an assessment of local market conditions and manufacturing capabilities. Inokom, based in Kulim, Kedah, will contribute its existing manufacturing facilities, workforce and supply chain to support the planned assembly operations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by…

Leapmotor has established a local subsidiary in Thailand and begun evaluating plans for domestic vehicle assembly, signalling a deeper commitment to the Southeast Asian market. The Chinese automaker recently established Leapmotor (Thailand) Co., Ltd., with registered capital of 100 million baht, approximately €2.6 million. The company previously entered Thailand through Phra Nakorn Automobile Co., Ltd. (PNA), which continues to operate as a dealer with two showrooms in Bangkok. According to Bangkok Business News, Liam Liu, general manager of Leapmotor’s Thai subsidiary, described Thailand as a strategically important market and said the company intends to build a long-term presence spanning manufacturing…

Vietnamese public transport operator Transerco has introduced 53 electric buses on four routes in Hanoi, replacing diesel-powered vehicles as the capital advances its plans to electrify its public transport network. The buses entered service on 6 October through two Transerco operating units. The deployment includes 28 electric buses operated by Cau Buou Bus Enterprise and another 25 operated by Southern Hanoi Passenger Bus Enterprise. Electric Buses Serve Four Hanoi Routes Cau Buou Bus Enterprise deployed 28 electric buses on routes 22A and 22B. Route 22A connects Gia Lam Bus Station with Kien Hung Urban Area, while route 22B runs between…

Waymo plans to enter Singapore in 2028, following its planned expansion into Germany and Japan in 2027. The Singapore launch would mark the Alphabet-owned autonomous electric ride-hailing company’s first market in Southeast Asia. The company has partnered with Singapore’s Ministry of Transport (MOT) and Land Transport Authority (LTA) as it prepares to begin operations in the country. Waymo to Begin Singapore Testing in 2027 Waymo plans to start testing its autonomous fleet in Singapore in 2027. The initial fleet will consist of modified Jaguar I-Pace electric vehicles, with the first vehicles expected to arrive in the country in the coming…

Trans Semarang, the public transport operator serving Semarang in Central Java, Indonesia, has begun deploying a new fleet of electric city buses as part of the city’s transition toward cleaner public transportation. The operator plans to introduce 27 electric buses in total, with the first units already entering service. The remaining buses are expected to be deployed in phases, with Trans Semarang targeting completion of the fleet rollout by early November. VKTR and Laksana Supply Electric Buses The electric buses are being supplied through a partnership between Indonesian companies VKTR and Laksana Bus Manufaktur. Laksana is responsible for manufacturing the…

Mercedes-Benz plans to launch the battery-electric GLC in Thailand later this year, with the mid-size SUV to be assembled locally as the German automaker expands its electric vehicle lineup in the country’s growing EV market. The electric GLC will be the second Mercedes-Benz model based on the company’s new Electric Architecture (MB.EA) to be produced in Thailand. The Thonburi Automotive Assembly Plant (TAAP) in Samut Prakan province already builds the electric CLA, which entered production at the beginning of 2026. The facility, owned by local Thonburi Group, also assembles models from the EQS range. Electric GLC Uses 85 kWh Battery…

Parkopedia has partnered with charging data aggregator Voltality to provide real-time electric vehicle charging information to automakers across Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia. The collaboration will cover approximately 4,500 charging locations, 15,000 connectors and 23 charge point operators across the four Southeast Asian markets. The companies aim to provide carmakers with a standardized charging data stream that can be integrated into vehicle systems. Aggregating Live Charging Data Under the partnership, Voltality will aggregate live information from charging networks in each market and convert it into a consistent and verified data stream. Parkopedia will then deliver the information to automotive manufacturers…

PRO-NET, the company behind Proton e.MAS, is expanding its branded public charging network in Malaysia through partnerships with charging point operators DC Handal, JomCharge and chargEV. The rollout is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026, with branded charging stations planned for high-traffic locations across the country. The partnerships will allow Proton e.MAS charging facilities to operate at locations managed by third-party charging operators, extending the visibility of the e.MAS brand within Malaysia’s public EV charging infrastructure. Third-Party Charging Operators Join e.MAS Network Under the agreements, DC Handal, JomCharge and chargEV will collaborate with PRO-NET on branding and…

GAC has delivered 115 Aion electric vehicles for use by Grab drivers in Thailand through two separate partnerships, expanding the Chinese automaker’s presence in the country’s growing electric taxi and ride-hailing market. The deliveries include 100 vehicles supplied through CLVG and ICBC (Thai) Leasing and another 15 vehicles provided to Siam Taxi Cooperative. GAC and CLVG Expand Electric Ride-Hailing Fleet The largest deployment involves CLVG, a Thai car rental and mobility solutions provider, which has acquired 100 EVs from GAC and will lease them to drivers operating on Grab’s ride-hailing platform. https://evmagz.com/gac-aion-initiates-construction-of-65-million-ev-plant-in-thailand/ ICBC (Thai) Leasing, a subsidiary of Industrial and…

BYD is expanding its localization efforts for commercial electric vehicles in Malaysia through a partnership with local bus manufacturer Bus Cap Berhad. The companies have signed an exclusive memorandum of understanding to explore electric bus assembly and manufacturing in the country. The agreement was signed in Shenzhen on Aug. 18. The initial focus will be on local assembly and production of electric buses, with Malaysia also intended to serve as a base for broader commercial new energy vehicle cooperation in Southeast Asia. https://evmagz.com/byd-launches-qin-l-ev-in-malaysia-as-seal-6-ev-amid-expanding-overseas-push/ Companies Assess Local Manufacturing Under the memorandum, BYD Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Bus Cap plan to cooperate…

Geely Farizon has started operations at its knock-down (KD) assembly plant in Indonesia, marking the commercial new energy vehicle division’s first overseas localized production project. The first locally assembled V8E battery-electric logistics vehicle rolled off the production line on Aug. 13. The facility is located about 80 kilometres southeast of Jakarta and currently supports local assembly of the V8E. Geely Farizon said it plans to upgrade the production lines and gradually expand the range of vehicles assembled locally. V8E Enters Local Assembly The V8E produced at the Indonesian facility has been configured for local urban roads, logistics applications and tropical…

The Philippine government has launched a new incentive programme worth up to 60 billion pesos (approximately €852 million) to encourage domestic electric vehicle manufacturing and strengthen the country’s position in the regional automotive industry. The Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS), established through an executive order signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., provides investment and production incentives for manufacturers of electric vehicles and key components. https://evmagz.com/nissan-to-launch-n7-ev-as-primera-ev-in-philippines-marking-first-overseas-market/ Incentives for Local Manufacturing The programme supports the production of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), covering both passenger and commercial vehicle segments…

Chery Group’s Omoda brand has selected Indonesia as the first market for the global launch of the all-electric O4 compact sport utility vehicle (SUV), opening pre-orders while showcasing the model at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026. The company has not yet announced when customer deliveries will begin. Indonesia Chosen for First EV Launch The O4 EV measures 4.42 metres in length, 1.87 metres in width and 1.57 metres in height, with a wheelbase of 2.7 metres. The model offers a turning radius of 5.1 metres and 190 millimetres of ground clearance. Luggage capacity stands at 402 litres…

Leapmotor has entered the Indonesian electric vehicle (EV) market and begun local vehicle assembly, expanding its manufacturing presence in Southeast Asia through a partnership with Indonesia’s Indomobil Group. The Stellantis-backed Chinese automaker announced the move during the 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2026), where it showcased its B10 and C10 global models. Local Production Begins Leapmotor said local knock-down (KD) assembly will be carried out by PT National Assemblers, a subsidiary of Indomobil Group. The assembly plant began operations in April, with deliveries of the locally assembled B10 and C10 expected to begin in August. With production facilities…