XPENG Looking to Start EV Production in Malaysia - CleanTechnica

XPENG is reportedly negotiating with Malaysian auto parts manufacturer EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) to begin electric vehicle (EV) production in Malaysia, aiming to start mass production around 2026. The initiative targets not only the Malaysian market but also right-hand drive markets across the ASEAN region. XPENG plans to leverage EPMB’s existing manufacturing capacity and planned expansions for EV production. However, specific details such as production volumes, models to be produced, and investment amounts have not been disclosed. This move follows XPENG’s recent expansion outside China, including the start of production in Indonesia in July, where it assembles the X9 model, and a partnership with Magna to produce vehicles in Graz, Austria, to avoid EU tariffs. XPENG’s sales have surged significantly this year, with a 156% increase reaching 391,937 units, highlighting the company’s strong growth and the strategic importance of expanding overseas production to support further international sales growth.