Our tool for managing your permission to our use of cookies is temporarily offline. Therefore some functionality is missing.
BMW Group Malaysia Takes Lead in the Premium EV Segment amidst Outstanding EV Deliveries in 2023.
Premium automaker celebrates leadership in the premium electrified vehicle (EV) market here with new unlimited charging packages, as well as their latest initiative with Gentari to provide Malaysians with mobile EV charging solutions.
Kuala Lumpur, 18th September 2023 – BMW Group Malaysia today unveiled an electrifying achievement, taking lead as the Number One Premium EV provider in Malaysia with over 1,600 units in BMW, MINI & BMW Motorrad EV delivered in just eight months this year. This far surpasses the total of 1,557 units of BMW & MINI EV delivered by the premium automaker in 2022. While this remarkable milestone reflects the BMW Group Malaysia’s unwavering commitment to Sheer Electric Driving Pleasure, it also further cements their status as the Number One Premium Automaker in Malaysia for the last three years.
Hans de Visser, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia said, “At the heart of our vision for an Electric Future lies a profound commitment to electrification that seeks to reshape the future of mobility, where sustainability, luxury and innovation converge. In an era marked by the imperative to transform, we are thrilled to lead the charge in Malaysia’s electrification journey – bolstered by the support of our loyal customers, dealers, and partners alike. This achievement commemorates our lead, not just in the premium EV segment but also the overall EV ecosystem in the country.”
Revolutionising Charging Accessibility with Gentari’s Charge Go.
To truly catalyse the transition to Electrified Mobility, BMW Group Malaysia recognises the need to address the most pressing concern shared by many potential EV owners in Malaysia: range and charging anxiety. To this end, the premium automaker expands their strategic partnership with Gentari, a clean energy solutions provider via its wholly-owned subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, to make EV charging more accessible and convenient for all. Building upon Gentari’s success in establishing widespread EV charging infrastructure nationwide over the past year, the two organisations are now bringing Charge Go to life — a trailblazing mobile EV charging service that can provide on-the-go DC fast-charging.
De Visser emphasized, "We are thrilled to bring our mobile charging vehicle concept – one that we unveiled earlier this year, to life with Gentari. Our partnerships with key players like them underscore our belief that industry-wide collaboration is the engine driving the transformation towards an Electric Future. We hope to inspire more players in this field to elevate their commitment to electrification, collectively enriching the local EV ecosystem. This collaboration will be made available towards end of 2023.”
Shah Yang Razalli, Deputy CEO of Gentari and CEO of Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd said, "The launch of Charge Go with BMW is another innovative solution that exemplifies Gentari's customer-centricity. This mobile charging solution is a product of the collective effort amongst local industry players, including SMEs, to strengthen the local EV ecosystem in coming up with our very own and locally designed solution in this space. This solution, the first of many to come from Gentari, aims to bolster range confidence, making the transition to EVs an easy one.”
Exclusive Unlimited-Charging Package by ChargEV, as well as JomCharge & Gentari.
In celebration of their success, BMW Group Malaysia is also collaborating with local charging providers, ChargEV, alongside JomCharge & Gentari to offer exclusive unlimited-charging packages for BMW and MINI EV owners in Malaysia. From 1st October to 31st December 2023, the first 200 registrants of BMW and MINI EV owners can purchase the package for RM2,400 and RM1,800 respectively from any of the aforementioned charging providers. The package provides unlimited charging at all ChargEV or JomCharge & Gentari facilities nationwide for 12 months upon activation and is only valid for use by the specific EV that was registered during sign-up.
Through BMW Group Malaysia’s strategic partnerships with key local charging solution providers, as well as their network of authorised dealers and partnering venues across the country, the premium automaker has made over 1,000 charging facilities available to EV owners in Malaysia.
‘Forwardism, by BMW’ Presents Transcendent Mobility at the Heart of KL.
‘Forwardism, by BMW’ is an exclusive event hosted by BMW Group Malaysia that aims to present an immersive and interactive experience of the BMW Group’s Forwardism philosophy that merges art with luxury, reimagining what was once impossible and pushing boundaries of automotive excellence. Located next to the Mandarin Oriental KL, members of the public will also be able to view and experience the BMW i7 up-close and explore the BMW Group's vision for sustainability under one roof. ‘Forwardism, by BMW’ will be open to the public, by registration-only, this weekend from 10 AM to 10 PM. Attendees may secure a spot via https://forwardism-by-bmw.bmw-events.com.my/registration.
Discover Electrifying Ownership Possibilities at the Forwardism, Pop-Up by BMW.
BMW Group Malaysia also demonstrates commitment to driving sustainable mobility for Malaysia with the latest Forwardism, Pop-Up by BMW happening now until 12th November. These electrifying showcases will take place at various locations across four major cities, giving Malaysians a chance to get up close and personal with the premium automaker’s vast portfolio of electric vehicles (EVs).
The Forwardism, Pop-Up by BMW promises an immersive experience where visitors can discover the possibilities of sustainable mobility through some of BMW's exceptional BMW i models, ranging from BMW iX1, BMW iX3, BMW i4, BMW iX as well as the highly celebrated BMW i7. These models will also be available for test drives, allowing attendees to experience Sheer Electric Driving Pleasure first-hand.
For more details on the Forwardism, Pop-Up by BMW please visit BMW Malaysia’s Facebook & Instagram.
About the BMW Shorties
The BMW Shorties was launched in Malaysia in late 2006 as a platform for Malaysian short film makers to explore their talent. Since that time, it has become one of the most anticipated annual filmmaking events in Malaysia with BMW Shorties productions travelling to prestigious international film festivals in Cannes, Rome, New York, Rotterdam, Dubai and others. Today it serves both to provide Malaysian filmmakers access to international film making networks and as an unwitting platform for young Malaysians to cultivate their social conscience.
The BMW Group
With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises 31 production and assembly facilities in 15 countries; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.
In 2021, the BMW Group sold over 2.5 million passenger vehicles and more than 194,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2021 was € 16.1 billion on revenues amounting to € 111.2 billion. As of 31 December 2021, the BMW Group had a workforce of 118,909 employees.
The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company set the course for the future at an early stage and consistently makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction, from the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase of all products.
About BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd
BMW Group Malaysia is the representative of Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) AG in Malaysia with activities that cover the wholesale of BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad vehicles, spare parts and accessories as well as the overall planning of sales, marketing, after-sales, and other related activities in Malaysia. The organisation’s presence in the country includes its National Sales Centre (NSC) in Cyberjaya and BMW Assembly Facilities at the Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah which supports the Malaysian region as well as the BMW Group Data Centre (GDC), BMW Group Regional Training Centre (RTC) in Cyberjaya and BMW Group Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) at the Free Industrial Zone of the Senai International Airport in Senai, Johor which supports 22 markets in the Asia-Pacific region. BMW dealership network covers 39 outlets in various cities in Malaysia.
About Gentari
Gentari is focused on delivering the solutions required to put clean energy into action today, to transform how we live tomorrow. Gentari’s three initial core pillars of Renewable Energy, Hydrogen and Green Mobility form a comprehensive portfolio of solutions to help our customers in their decarbonisation journey. In the long term, Gentari aims to be the most valued clean energy solutions partner, creating greater impact, connecting businesses, and making the journey to a net zero future, possible.
For more information on Gentari, please visit www.gentari.com
Issued by:
BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Sashi Ambihaipahan
Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability, Malaysia
Telephone: +60123817182, Fax: (+603) 8887 3801
Email: sashi.ambihaipahan@bmw.com.my
Media Website: www.press.bmwgroup.com
Chan Ai Ling
Senior Corporate Communications Executive, Malaysia
Telephone: +6016 2763488, Fax: (+603) 8887 3801
Email: ailing.chan@bmw.com.my
Media Website: www.press.bmwgroup.com
For media queries, please contact:
VoxEureka
Sarah James / Kenix Lee / Adelynn Lim / Githa Panickar / Alaynna Sta Maria
Telephone: +6012 246 1506 / +6017 635 3610 / +6019 382 6328 / +60 19-225 2813 / +6016 244 6610
E-mail: sarahjames@voxeureka.com / kenix@voxeureka.com / adelynn@voxeureka.com / githa@voxeureka.com / alaynna@voxeureka.com
For media queries, please contact:
VoxEureka
Christina How / Kenix Lee / Adelynn Lim / Yeong Wen Joe / Githa Panickar / Alaynna Sta Maria
Telephone: +6013 342 3321 / +6017 635 3610 / +6019 382 6328 / +6017 870 6252 / +60 19-225 2813 / +6016 244 6610
E-mail: christina@voxeureka.com / kenix@voxeureka.com / adelynn@voxeureka.com / joe@voxeureka.com / githa@voxeureka.com / alaynna@voxeureka.com
About SNS Products Sdn Bhd
Established in 2002, SNS Products Sdn Bhd is a home-grown company that is driven by the principles of promoting child safety awareness to ensure that all children are safe and well-protected in and out of the home. SNS Products Sdn Bhd is the Malaysian sole distributor for Joie, snskidz, mifold and Axkid, with a product line up to cater for all price ranges to suit different needs and situations. The company takes pride in advocating child occupant safety and strives to promote the safety message to all concerned parties including parents, caregivers, health care providers and retailers. Being committed to child occupant safety, SNS Products Sdn Bhd provides advice on child safety seats, conducts talks and training workshops, organises free car seat checks as well as offers a car seat rental programme. To learn more, visit https://www.safensound.com.my/