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Stellantis Gurun commences production and export of Peugeot 408 with Euro 6 PureTech engine to Taiwan

Stellantis, a leading global automaker and mobility provider, has achieved a significant industrial milestone with the production start of the new PEUGEOT 408 at the Stellantis Gurun plant.

Featuring an updated 1.6-liter turbocharged PureTech powertrain with Euro 6 rating, the award-winning fastback is earmarked for regional export, with Taiwan confirmed as the third market to receive the Malaysian-built model after Thailand in 2024, and Cambodia in 2025.


Supported by a €1.5 million investment, the Stellantis Gurun plant has undergone a manufacturing line upgrade, including specialised Research & Development for powertrain calibration and localised parts development.

This configuration delivers an upgraded 225hp, similar to the Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) variant while maintaining a lighter 168kg kerb weight. Additional markets across the Asia-Pacific region are currently being evaluated for the export of this high-performance and efficient model.

Isaac Yeo, Managing Director of Stellantis ASEAN said, “Our vision to transform Gurun into a key regional driver is taking shape, supported by strategic investments to upgrade this vital facility for both local and export production. This latest development emphasises our commitment to scaling production outputs in Malaysia while extending the breadth of brands and models within the Stellantis portfolio to meet the diverse needs of the region.”


This milestone is central to Stellantis’ strategic roadmap to transform the Gurun plant into a regional manufacturing powerhouse with industry-leading quality standards. The company aims to achieve full production capacity at the facility, targeting the export of 280,000 vehicles to 20 countries across the Asia-Pacific region by 2028.

Such growth is underpinned by a strategy set for Stellantis Gurun to accommodate the manufacturing of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV), Internal Combustion Engines (ICE), and Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicles (MHEV). These efforts include the localised assembly of Leapmotor electric vehicles, beginning with the Leapmotor C10 following a dedicated €5 million investment.

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GWM Malaysia begins exporting CKD Wey G9 to Thailand

GWM Malaysia has achieved another significant milestone today with the delivery of the first Completely Knocked Down (CKD) model of the GWM WEY G9 to Thailand.

This initiative demonstrates GWM’s commitment to closer collaboration at the regional level, strengthening the capabilities of New Energy Vehicles (NEV), and developing a cross-border industry.

The delivery follows the successful local production of the WEY G9 in Malaysia and marks the next phase in GWM’s plan to establish a robust supply chain and manufacturing ecosystem in ASEAN.

The CKD export to Thailand also underscores GWM’s confidence in Malaysia’s ability to undertake high-value automotive assembly, technology transfer, and its future export potential.

This effort is expected to enhance the competitiveness of the local industry, develop vendors, and strengthen Malaysia’s position in GWM’s regional strategy.

According to Mr. Roslan Abdullah, Chief Operating Officer of GWM Malaysia, this CKD delivery reflects the solid foundation GWM is building in ASEAN.

“Malaysia is now playing a role as a strategic assembly hub supporting neighboring markets with more advanced new energy products while strengthening regional supply chain integration.”

Mr. Cui Anqi, Managing Director of GWM Malaysia, added, “The WEY G9 combines world-class engineering with local craftsmanship. The delivery to Thailand showcases Malaysia’s capacity to support GWM’s expansion in the region and marks the beginning of GWM’s long-term plan in new energy technology.”

The GWM Wey G9 is set to be officially launched in Malaysia this month.

Key Specifications:

  • 1.5-liter turbo engine, 150 PS/240 Nm
  • Two electric motors
  • Total power: 442 PS/642 Nm
  • DHT 4-speed transmission
  • Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds
  • Battery: 44.2 kWh
  • EV range: 145 km (WLTP data)
  • Total range: 850 km
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Chery Malaysia begins export of Jaecoo J7 to Brunei market

Chery Corporate Malaysia Sdn Bhd has initiated exports to its second ASEAN market, Brunei.

The first shipment to Brunei consists of 124 units, comprising 120 Jaecoo J7 PHEVs and 4 Jaecoo J7 ICEs (2WD version).

All units for the export market are produced at the Shah Alam plant and share the same specifications as the models offered in Malaysia.

During the launch ceremony for the first shipment of vehicles for export, Chery Corporate Malaysia’s Executive Vice President, Men Lin Bo, stated, “The export market is a vital pillar in our long-term growth strategy in the ASEAN region.

“We are very excited to continue the growth momentum to expand our brand’s reach to more markets.”

Chery Corporate Malaysia’s Executive Vice President, Cheng Nam Weng, noted, “Following our initial export to Vietnam in February 2025, the positioning and potential of the Brunei market make it a logical and important next step.

“The first shipment of JAECOO J7 vehicles allows us to assess market acceptance and lay a strong foundation in Brunei,” he added.

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Proton delivers 2,716 e.MAS 7 in the first four months of 2025

In the first four months of 2025, Pro-Net successfully delivered 2,716 units of the Proton e.MAS 7 to customers in Malaysia and export markets.

This means that, on average, one Proton e.MAS 7 is sold every hour!

In April 2025 alone, Proton recorded sales of 863 units of the e.MAS 7 for both the local and export markets, further solidifying its position as the leader in the EV segment.

The market share stands at 26 percent for four consecutive months.

To facilitate ownership, Pro-Net continues to expand its charging network, with the Integrated Direct Charging Map now featuring over 2,500 charging points.

e.MAS 7 owners living in condominiums and apartments need not worry, as more than 1,000 charging points are available at 397 residential locations.

Additionally, e.MAS 7 owners can send their vehicles for regular maintenance services at 24 3S centers, supported by 10 Body and Paint centers.

According to Zhang Qiang, CEO of Pro-Net, “In line with the rapid growth of EVs, we are also actively improving our services so that every e.MAS 7 owner can enjoy a smoother, more enjoyable, and environmentally friendly vehicle ownership experience.”

As standard, the Proton e.MAS 7 is powered by a front-wheel-drive electric motor generating 218 PS and 320 Nm of torque, allowing for acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds.

There are two battery pack options available: a 49.52 kWh pack providing a range of 345 km, or a 60.22 kWh pack with a range of up to 410 km.

For the Malaysian market, the Proton e.MAS 7 is priced starting at RM105,800 for the Prime variant, and RM119,800 for the Premium variant.

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Chery Malaysia begins export of Jaecoo SUVs to SEA market

Chery Corporate Malaysia Sdn Bhd has announced that it will begin exporting vehicles to the Southeast Asian market this year, thereby becoming the first Chinese brand to export out of Malaysia.

According to the company, the move is in line with Chery’s vision to make Malaysia its production hub for the region.

The first phase of the export involves Jaecoo internal combustion engine (ICE) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUVs to Vietnam, which will be followed by more models to other SEA markets such as Thailand, Brunei, the Philippines, and Singapore.

Leo Chen, Vice President of Chery Corporate Malaysia, said the company is progressing well towards establishing Malaysia as its production and research and development (R&D) hub in Southeast Asia.

“Expanding our exporting capabilities enhances our production capacity to meet the region’s growing demand. Furthermore, Chery is excited to play a role in boosting Malaysia’s economy, develop local talent and strengthen our supply chain,” he said.

The production for SEA export markets is supported by Chery Corporate Malaysia’s production facility in Shah Alam, Selangor. In preparation to scale-up production for future growth, Chery has also established strategic partnerships with its other local assembly plants in Malaysia.

For the year 2024, the Chery Group achieved record-breaking annual sales of over 2.6 million vehicles, a 38.4% year-on-year increase, with exports reaching 1.1 million units, up 21.4% from 2023.

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Proton shipped 261 units of X Series models to Trinidad & Tobago in 2024, exceeding target volume

PROTON says it has expanded its geographical reach in the Caribbean by partnering with ANSA Motors Limited in Trinidad and Tobago since March this year.

Year-to-date, the national carmaker has shipped 261 units to the country in 2024, achieving 101% of its target volume and bringing the total number of Proton vehicles shipped there to 366 units since CY2023.

To recap, Proton launched the X90 and X50 in the dual-island Caribbean nation on 13 March this year. As local demand grew, ANSA Motors decided to up its ante with an increased target to sell 300 units in 2024.

ANSA Motors has a century’s worth of experience in the automotive industry, and was picked by Proton on the back of an impressive record and strong automotive background.

Despite its population of merely 1.5 million, Trinidad and Tobago’s automotive industry mirrors that of more developed countries, with car buyers increasingly gravitating towards the new “bells and whistles” such as hybrids and electric vehicles (EVs).

As there is more wealth creation in that part of the world, luxury vehicles are growing more desirable and the emergence of new and exciting brands such as Proton is finding unprecedented acceptance.

The ANSA McAL Group of Companies is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s largest conglomerates, with over 25 subsidiaries across the Caribbean.

Founded in 1919, its subsidiary ANSA Motors has been a pioneering force in the automotive industry, introducing leading global automotive brands to the country.

Notably, the century-old dealer was the first Ford dealer in the Caribbean and has played a pivotal role in transforming the automobile industry over decades, making it a subject of study in local schools today.

“The technology and pricing of Proton vehicles are a strength we hope to exploit so we are very enthusiastic about the future. We needed a value for money brand for segments we had no presence in, and the Proton brand certainly filled those spots,” said Jerome Borde, Head of Regional Business, ANSA Motors.

Since launch, Proton has exported 6,501 X series vehicles to 18 other countries, including Trinidad and Tobago, Brunei, Egypt, Nepal, and Ghana, paving the way for future expansion into more export markets.

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Proton set to return to export markets including the UK

PROTON is now actively developing its export market and is said to be returning to the United Kingdom (UK), according to CEO Li Chunrong.

According to the UK media report, Autocar, this development also includes new right-hand drive (RHD) markets across Asia and South Africa, in addition to returning to Australia and New Zealand.

Photo by: Autocar

This is aimed at increasing Proton’s global sales following the opening of a new headquarters and production center currently under construction in Tanjung Malim, Perak.

Known as the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV), this billion Ringgit investment facility is the result of Geely and DRB-Hicom Berhad.

The increase in production capacity will be a decisive factor in Proton’s long-term plan to expand their global sales.

“With the existing investment, Proton will have the capacity to return to markets that have been left, while penetrating new markets,” Autocar sources reported.

Photo by: Autocar

No timeline has been disclosed for Proton’s return to the UK, but it is reported to be expected “by the end of this decade.” Proton previously sold vehicles in the UK from 1989 to 2014.

In 2023, Geely announced plans to invest in the development of AHTV.

At present, Proton is selling Geely-based models such as the X50, X70, and S70, as well as self-developed models like the Saga, Persona, and Iriz.

Proton also recently launched their first electric vehicle (EV), the eMAS 7.

Which model do you think will be the choice for export to new markets in the future?

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Perodua to ramp up exports by 79% for 2024, Brunei the first foreign market expansion this year

PERODUA will ramp up its exports by 79% to 1,960 units this year from 1,094 units in 2023 as the compact car company aims to broaden its overseas markets.

On 3 May 2024, the compact car company introduced the Alza AV and H, as well as the Axia AV and G to Brunei with sales target of 120 units and 40 units respectively.

Perodua also exports the Bezza 1.0L G to Brunei, where it aims to sell 300 units, bringing the expected total sales units sold in Brunei to 460 units in 2024.

For 2023, Perodua sold 300 Bezza 1.0L G to Brunei, making it Perodua’s highest export market of 2023.

“We foresee 2024 to be our first year of our export expansion as we are now at a point where the Malaysian automotive ecosystem would be able to cope with the ever-growing demand of our vehicles both within and outside the country,” Perodua President and Chief Executive Offer, Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said.

He expects the growth in Perodua’s exports to continue as the company will be aggressively expanding its operations and its vendors’ production capabilities.

“Brunei is the first export market we are expanding to without compromising domestic allocation of our vehicles. In fact, we have significantly reduced the waiting period for most of our popular models and even have ready stock for selected models.”

“In addition, our targeted increase in exports will also give greater opportunities for our vendors to grow their sales volume in tandem with the need for spare parts,” Dato’ Sri Zainal said.

On the newly launched Alza AV, H and Axia AV and G, the price offered are B$30,900 for the AV, B$27,900 for the H, while the Axia AV is priced at B$21,900 while the Axia G is priced at B$17,900. The Bezza 1.0L G is priced at B$16,900.

Prices listed above include road tax and insurance.

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Ducati aspires to make Thailand as export hub

Ducati Motor Holding, a leading Italian motorcycle manufacturer, aims to establish Thailand as a key export hub following the opening of a production plant in Rayong. This marks Ducati’s first assembly plant in Asia.

With an investment of 400 million Baht (RM51.6 million), the facility is capable of producing 10,000 motorcycles annually in its initial phase.

“Thailand is a crucial market for big or premium motorcycles, and we aspire to make Thailand our export base,” stated Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding.

“We manufacture all Ducati models at the Rayong plant, ensuring that our products meet the high standards set by the company in Italy,” he added.

The company aims to export its production to the Asia-Pacific region. Its current primary markets outside of Asia include Italy, Germany, the UK, and the United States.

In Thailand, the high-performance motorcycle market is expected to grow, driven by the lifestyles of riders.

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) forecasts an overall sales of high-performance motorcycles to reach approximately 15,000 units in Thailand this year.