Proton HQ gets a new DC fast charger ahead of smart #1 EV launch 

Proton HQ gets a new DC fast charger ahead of smart #1 EV launch 

KUALA LUMPUR: In collaboration with clean energy solutions company Gentari Sdn Bhd, Proton has recently launched a 100 kWh DC fast charger at its Centre of Excellence (CoE) headquarters. The charger is conveniently positioned in the customer parking area of the Proton Crystal showroom. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Where is the new Proton DC fast charger located?

    The new 100 kWh DC fast charger is located in the customer parking area of the Proton Crystal showroom. It is available for all EV users, regardless of brand.
  • Which company installed the new Proton DC fast charger?

    Gentari's wholly owned subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd. installed the new Proton DC fast charger.
  • Installed by Gentari's wholly owned subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, the new dynamic DC charging facility offers accessibility to all EV users, regardless of brand.

    Upon the installation of the new charging station, Roslan Abdullah, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Proton said, “With our imminent entry into Malaysia’s EV market via smart Malaysia just around the corner, the time is right for PROTON to take another step into this rapidly growing segment. We are grateful to have a dynamic partner like Gentari, who have installed the first on-site DC charger at our headquarters, and look forward to more such collaborations in the future within our dealer network.”

    Proton HQ gets a new DC fast charger ahead of smart #1 EV launch

    Shah Yang Razalli, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Gentari and Chief Executive Officer, Gentari Green Mobility also shared his thoughts, stating, “We are thrilled to take the next step in our strategic partnership with Proton with the launch of a network of charging facilities to support Proton’s imminent entry into Malaysia’s EV market. Together with Proton, a like-minded national carmaker, our combined efforts can further accelerate the green mobility movement, setting Malaysia on the right path in its energy transition journey. Stay tuned for more initiatives coming out of this strong partnership.”

    Gentari and PRO-NET (Proton’s subsidiary) have been working together to strengthen Malaysia's charging network since signing an MoU in October last year. This involves a partnership with Proton Global Services, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, and other collaborators to create a proof-of-concept for a mobile EV charging solution using the Proton Exora. The companies are currently testing three units of 30 kW mobile charger concepts.

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    PRO-NET and Gentari have also collaborated to install more fast chargers at Proton dealerships. Five Gentari DC chargers will be installed by the end of the year, with a target of twenty. 

    Proton further confirmed that ahead of the imminent launch of the smart #1, DC chargers from other providers will be installed at four smart Malaysia dealerships.

    Also read: Smart #1 Brabus performance EV made a grand debut in Malaysia

    “PROTON has committed to producing our own EV models, a process started by the launch of the mild-hybrid Proton X90, our first new energy vehicle (NEV). This will be followed by more models featuring hybrid technology in the coming years.

    “At the same time, we are collaborating with our partners to grow the national charging infrastructure and support our customers. Additionally, we are using connected apps such as the recently launched Hello smart app, which opens access to 70% of the national charging map, to offer convenience to smart owners,” added Roslan Abdullah.

    Also read: Proton releases September sales report; YTD shows a growth of 14.1%

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