Electric vehicles (EV) have caused quite a stir in the automotive industry especially with its environmentally-friendly capabilities and driving performance. Interestingly, the technology is not new. In fact, the first electric carriage was built in 1835 and today, through decades of advancement in technology, we now have revolutionary car brands such as Tesla.
Tesla has made headlines since it was launched in 2008 with their cutting-edge battery technology and electric powertrain. The brand proved their technological prowess when they introduced the Tesla S to the world in 2012 which was their first mass-produced, highway capable EV family sedan – a wake-up call and a game changer in personal transportation.
But is Malaysia ready for Tesla? Let’s dive deeper into the world of EVs.
A Quick Look at Malaysia’s EV Roadmap
If you’re keeping tabs on the automotive world then you’d notice the pace of change in the industry is intense. Emerging news are focused on shaping mobility to be more sustainable, safer, and comfortable based on the development of EVs. But for countries like Malaysia to have some impact towards electrification for personal transportation, one of the main factors is to significantly ramp up investment in the infrastructure of public EV charging stations.
A few years ago, several car manufacturers introduced their EV models here in Malaysia and consumers were intrigued but there were many skeptics too. Although the benefits of an EV are greater than their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, there were two major concerns – range anxiety and the availability of charging stations. Fortunately, plans to ramp up investment in public EV charging stations are already in motion.
Recently, Malaysia Automotive Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) and the Malay Vehicle Importers and Traders Association of Malaysia (PEKEMA) have inked a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) towards the development of Electric Vehicle (EVs) infrastructure. This collaboration would strengthen the EV value chain in Malaysia and would see the set-up of 1,000 EV charging stations (DC rapid chargers) around the country by 2025. Additionally, both parties also agree to co-develop connective applications which would include e-payment, charger locators, battery management systems, and service center networks for the charging ecosystem.
It’s a start but this announcement would spur others to work on the charging stations infrastructure to make owning an EV more desirable.
Here’s Why EVs Are Environmentally Friendly
The benefits of an EV are clear with research showing that electric cars are better for the environment as they emit fewer greenhouse gases and air pollutants than either petrol or diesel cars – this takes into account their production and electricity generation to keep them running.
The major benefit of electric cars is the contribution that they can make towards improving air quality in towns and cities. With no tailpipe, pure electric cars produce no carbon dioxide emissions when driving and this reduces air pollution considerably.
Put simply, electric cars give us cleaner streets making our towns and cities a better place be for pedestrians and cyclists. Research has also shown that in over a year, just one electric car on the roads can save an average 1.5 million grams of CO2.
Nevertheless, some will remain skeptical of EVs and their potential but as consumer consciousness on the rise and market forces gaining momentum, EVs are quickly becoming the future of the automotive industry and for investors who recognize this growth potential.
With zero tail-pipe emission, electric cars can contribute towards improving air quality and reducing pollution in cities and towns which is a major benefit. Independent research has shown that just one electric car can save an average of 1.5 million grams of CO2 which display that an EV is integral in the future of automotive for cleaner mobility.
However, skeptics of EVs will remain but with consumer consciousness on the rise and aided by market forces, EVs are quickly becoming the new-age automobile of the industry and have great potential in growth.
Battery Technology Breakthrough
Over the last couple of decades battery technology has improved drastically with new breakthroughs to power EVs. These new batteries would be able to deliver increased battery range and more importantly, faster charge time, as well as lower cost.
Battery degradation is one of the biggest concerns of new electric car buyers and an important equation to make electric cars more sustainable. However, Tesla has been at the forefront of battery technology with battery packs that are designed to outlast the vehicle. With this kind of assurance, it would make owning a Tesla a practical choice.
Buy a Brand-new Tesla with Carsome for Peace of Mind
Carsome is joining the EV movement with brand-new Tesla models available now on our website starting with the Tesla Model 3. Now, you can experience Tesla’s coveted driving intelligence as we bring their exceptional and well-designed automobiles to our Malaysian roads.
These Tesla models are available on a pre-order basis, while a Tesla Model S P100D demo car is available for test drives at our Petaling Jaya Experience Center (No 2, Lorong 51a/227c, Seksyen 51a, Petaling Jaya). To book a test drive, you’ll need to pay a booking fee beforehand.
Additionally, to ensure our customers have complete peace of mind, all Tesla models purchased with us come with the Official Manufacturer’s Warranty.
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