XPENG Isn’t Just Entering ASEAN—It’s Assembling an Operating System - CleanTechnica

XPENG has significantly revamped its Southeast Asian strategy in early 2026, evolving from a niche EV importer into a regional leader with localized manufacturing and a comprehensive infrastructure network. The company’s approach centers on Indonesia, where it partnered with Voltron to launch the country’s first 480 kW ultra-fast charging station, enabling its G6 SUV to charge from 10% to 80% in under 12 minutes. This infrastructure model, emphasizing co-investment in high-performance charging stations rather than relying on public infrastructure, is being expanded across Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. Through collaboration with Charge+, XPENG has integrated over 3,800 public charging points into a regional network spanning 5,000 kilometers of highways, facilitating seamless cross-border EV travel and embedding these services into its mobile app for a smooth user experience. In Malaysia, XPENG has established a local manufacturing hub in Malacca through a partnership with EP Manufacturing Berhad, producing right-hand-drive vehicles like the G6 SUV and X