KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 5): A total of 5,624 public electric vehicle (EV) charging units have been installed nationwide, representing 56% of the overall target, said Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. Of the total, 1,923 units are direct current (DC) fast chargers, while 3,701 units are alternating current (AC) chargers. He added that this aligns with industry feedback, indicating that the availability of fast chargers is a key factor influencing consumer confidence in switching to EVs. Additionally, more than 15 public EV charging units are already in operation to meet the needs of local users. “At the same time, demand for EV charging along routes such as the Gerik-Jeli Federal Route remains low and seasonal in nature.

Source: The Edge Markets February 05, 2026 14:43 UTC