ALOR GAJAH: EP Manufacturing Bhd
(EPMB) aims to assemble 120-180 MG S5 Electric Vehicle (EV) units per month for the domestic market this year.
Melaka Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said production of the EV is projected to reach between 1,500 and 2,000 unit this year.
"Today’s launch not only introduces a new EV but also marks Melaka’s entry into the regional electric mobility supply chain, highlighting the state’s growing role in the country’s transition towards green mobility,” he said.
He said this in his speech during the launch of the Locally Assembled MG S5 EV at HICOM Pegoh, which was also attended by EPMB executive chairman Hamidon Abdullah, SAIC Motor Malaysia managing director Emory Qi, and SAIC Motor Malaysia chief operating officer Hoffen Teh.
When met by reporters, Ab Rauf said the assembly of EVs in the state is proof that Melaka has the skilled workforce and sufficient resources to assemble EVs using the latest technology.
"This shows that Melaka can also become an EV production hub in this country and contribute to the development of the nation’s green technology.
"Melaka offers ample space for investors to come and establish the state as a hub for vehicle distribution (within the country),” he said.
Meanwhile, in a statement, Qi said the assembly of the MG S5 EV Completely Knocked Down (CKD) represents a significant milestone for MG in Malaysia and reflects their long-term commitment to localisation and strengthening Malaysia’s role in the regional EV ecosystem.
"With local assembly, we are able to bring our vehicles closer to Malaysian customers while strengthening the country’s automotive supply chain, supporting local vendors, and contributing to the broader EV ecosystem," he said. - Bernama
