Malaysia is going full throttle into the electric vehicle (EV) era. In a big move aimed at accelerating the country’s green goals, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof announced that the government is now targeting a whopping 10,000 EV charging stations nationwide by the end of 2025.
That’s right — the original plan was to hit that number by 2030, but the deadline has been fast-forwarded thanks to the rising popularity of EVs on Malaysian roads. Even Sabah and Sarawak are getting in on the action, with new charging points planned for both East Malaysian states.
Fadillah, who also heads the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry, said the government’s not just about adding chargers for convenience — there’s a much bigger vision in play. “We’re aiming to make Malaysia a regional EV production hub and build up the entire value chain,” he said. Basically, it’s not just about owning EVs, it’s about building them and everything that goes with them — from batteries to software.
The push is part of Malaysia’s broader Investment Aspiration strategy to boost its position in the global supply chain. Fadillah believes that with the right infrastructure, Malaysia can attract serious investors and become a key player in the EV space. “The more EVs we have on the road, the more interest we’ll get from global players,” he explained.
Of course, there are still a few bumps on the road. One key challenge? The growing demand for faster DC (direct current) chargers compared to the slower AC (alternating current) ones. People want quicker top-ups — especially on long drives — and the government knows it.
To solve this, Fadillah said the ministry is actively working with energy giant Petronas and other partners to improve charging networks, particularly along highways and in rural and less-developed areas.
With the EV wave gaining momentum, this move could put Malaysia in pole position as a Southeast Asian leader in clean mobility. Buckle up — the ride to an electric future just got a serious upgrade.
(Source: Bernama)
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