: Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd is making significant strides towards introducing its inaugural electric vehicle model with the unveiling of its first working prototype, the MyVI Conversion.
He said the EV prototype, comprising the power bench, power converter, and overall styling, is primarily made in Malaysia, while the power conversion technology is a collaborative effort with an Australian company. The collaboration, which began in September 2022, saw Perodua and the three universities working together to develop an EV powertrain from the ground up, thus enhancing their expertise and capabilities in the EV field.
In its quest to bring its first EV product to fruition, Perodua emphasizes the development of local vendors, anticipating the participation of over 60 of them to support mass production.