PETALING JAYA, Proton Holdings Bhd’s new electric vehicle (EV) plant in Tanjung Malim, Perak, is scheduled to commence production in September.
The facility is currently 86.9% complete, with 83.5% of the equipment installed, according to Bernama. The plant will initially produce the Proton e.MAS 7, Malaysia’s first locally branded EV, followed by the entry-level Proton e.MAS 5, which is currently being showcased nationwide.
The factory’s initial production capacity is 20,000 units per year, with plans to scale up to 45,000 units depending on domestic and export demand. The project is expected to generate over 200 jobs in EV manufacturing and technical services.
Proton’s partner, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, is assisting with equipment selection, production systems, staff training, and trial runs to ensure the plant meets global EV manufacturing standards.
Proton’s head of manufacturing engineering, Wan Yousry Mohamed, said the facility underscores the company’s commitment to a high-tech, sustainable future.
“This plant lays the groundwork for Malaysia to become a leader in the regional EV market, as we expand our offerings to international markets,” he said. “It is a significant milestone for both Proton and the nation, and we are eager to see the first Malaysian-made EVs hit the road.”
