UMWT deputy chairman Akio Takeyama (file pic) said the mass production and growing acceptance of HEV would lead to the entire automotive eco-system evolving to embrace a more conscious and concerted effort in reducing Malaysia’s carbon footprint.
KUALA LUMPUR: UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced its move to advance the carbon neutrality initiative through the local manufacturing of hybrid electric vehicles (HEV).
With its sights firmly set on championing carbon neutrality in Malaysia, UMWT said it would invest a further RM270mil locally into expanding its current manufacturing operations and facility, in addition to an earlier RM2bil investment in the construction and commissioning of its new plant in Bukit Raja.
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