Private companies are welcome to invest in providing electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities nationwide, says Anthony Loke.
At the launch of the EVlution’s nationwide EV charging stations rollout on Tuesday (April 16), the Transport Minister also said decarbonising the transport industry was an important aspect for Malaysia to meet the commitment of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Loke added that the ministry was also looking at updating the road tax mechanism for EVs, with this to be announced in early May.
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At the launch of the EVlution’s nationwide EV charging stations rollout on Tuesday (April 16), the Transport Minister also said decarbonising the transport industry was an important aspect for Malaysia to meet the commitment of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Loke added that the ministry was also looking at updating the road tax mechanism for EVs, with this to be announced in early May.
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00:00 [Applause]
00:05 Ladies and gentlemen, stand as a witness, the official nationwide launch of EVolution EV...
00:10 I stand before you today, and the official launch of EVolution,
00:14 nationwide electric vehicle charging stations, move out.
00:18 The decarbonisation of the transport industry is an important aspect of Malaysia,
00:23 to meet its commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
00:27 The government has outlined various policies, including the National Energy Transition Roadmap,
00:33 the Low Carbon Mobility Group Meet 2021-2030,
00:38 and National Transport Policy 2019-2030, to help guide this transition.
00:45 With regard to transportation, it is not enough to only transition from internal,
00:52 international combustion engines to zero emission vehicles,
00:55 but it is necessary to develop an ecosystem that can support the uptake of zero emission vehicles.
01:03 In the case of electric vehicles, charging facilities are crucial to support the EV ecosystem.
01:10 At the Ministry of Transport level, we are currently looking at updating the road tax mechanism for EVs,
01:17 and I have mentioned that our commitment to lower down the road tax for EVs,
01:23 even though currently it is road tax free for the past two and a half years,
01:29 and this policy is still ongoing until the end of this year.
01:33 By beginning next year, of course, the road tax will be charged to EVs,
01:38 but at a much lower rate, and I will announce the rate for EV very, very soon.
01:45 However, many other ministries are also involved in supporting this ecosystem.
01:50 The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry have been instrumental in bringing EVs into the country.
01:56 While the Ministry of Housing and Local Government has developed guidelines and procedures for EV charging bays,
02:03 this has made it easier for many EV solution providers in terms of installing discharging facilities throughout the country,
02:13 especially in apartments, in shopping malls and all that.
02:16 The involvement of various government ministries and agencies highlights the complexity of the ecosystem
02:22 and the need for a whole-of-government approach.
02:25 To support the EV ecosystem, we need every ministry and every agency to work together
02:31 to roll out so that the entire ecosystem is friendly to EV users.
02:36 The National Energy Transition Plan has outlined an ambitious goal
02:41 to roll out 10,000 charging facilities by 2025.
02:46 Everyone, including the private sector, has an important role to play in order to achieve this target.
02:52 By embracing EVs and investing in infrastructure that supports them,
02:56 we are creating new opportunities for economic growth and innovation.
03:01 The transition to green mobility opens doors for job creation,
03:05 stimulates investment in clean energy technologies,
03:09 and positions Malaysia as a leader in sustainable transportation on the global stage.
03:14 A strategic placement of EV charging stations enhances infrastructure and connectivity,
03:20 facilitating effortless travel for EV owners across highways and public spaces,
03:26 contributing to a more efficient and interconnected transportation network.
03:31 We are encouraging the private sector to invest in providing these charging stations.
03:37 As we know, charging stations are like oil stations.
03:41 They need stations and facilities for EV users.
03:46 The government's hope is that by 2025, we will have 10,000 charging facilities across the country.
03:54 This requires investment from the private sector to place these charging stations in strategic locations,
04:02 in urban areas, in public spaces, etc.
04:06 This is one of the private sector's commitments.
04:10 We support this effort and hope that the private sector can invest more in providing this service.
04:17 Without these charging facilities, it will not be easy for EV users to use.
04:24 We hope that EV users will be able to use more,
04:29 because it will reduce carbon emissions and reduce the use of oil.
04:37 How many charging stations are there in Malaysia?
04:39 Not many. I think a few hundred.
04:44 Malaysia.
04:46 [END]