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Hyundai Motor is committing $479 million to Malaysia over the next five years to expand its electric vehicle ecosystem, establish a battery manufacturing facility, and increase production of its Staria MPV. The investment highlights Hyundai’s strategy to support Malaysia’s green initiatives.
Hyundai Commits $479 Million to Develop Malaysia's EV Ecosystem
In Malaysia, Hyundai Motor will make an investment of 479 million dollars over the course of the following five years, beginning in 2025, Teslarati reports.
By making this investment, the South Korean automaker intends to contribute to the development of the electric vehicle ecosystem in Malaysia. Additionally, Hyundai intends to increase sales of electric vehicles, construct charging stations, and establish a plant in Malaysia for the production of batteries.
The Malaysian market, on the other hand, will initially be where Hyundai will concentrate its efforts on hybrid electric cars (HEVs) and internal combustion engines. As a response to the growing number of green legislation in the country, it intends to make the switch to electric vehicles.
Staria Minivan and Malaysia’s Role in Hyundai’s Strategy
In order to construct its multipurpose vehicle (MPV), the Staria minivan, Hyundai is working together with Inokom Corp., a firm based in Malaysia. This is the first production goal that the business has set for the Staria MVP, which is 20,000 units per year.
On the other hand, the South Korean manufacturer intends to produce mid- to large-sized SUVs and MPVs from its Hyundai and Genesis brands while simultaneously increasing production of the Staria submodel.
The method that Hyundai is pursuing in Malaysia is distinct from the approach that it is taking in other Asian countries.
Hyundai’s Differing EV Approaches in Malaysia and Thailand
In the month of August, the company had declared that it will be investing thirty million dollars in Thailand in order to create a plant for the assembly of battery electric vehicles (BEV). A Hyundai assembly factory in Thailand would be responsible for the production of the company's IONIQ BEV series, marking a rapid transition into the production of electric vehicles in contrast to Malaysia.
Hyundai's footprint in the electric vehicle (EV) sector around the world has been continuously expanding. This year, it launched India's largest initial public offering (IPO). There is also the possibility of the corporation making investments in Indonesia.
