Tesla has announced the opening of a Tesla Supercharger station located at The Gardens Mall in Kuala Lumpur.
The station features four V4 Supercharger units and one destination charger, providing convenience for electric vehicle (EV) owners who need fast charging while shopping.
According to Tesla Malaysia, the V4 Supercharger can support up to 250 kW, allowing Model 3 and Model Y vehicles to add a range of up to 282 km in just 15 minutes.
The charging cost is only RM1.13 per kWh, and owners will incur an idle fee of RM4.00 per minute if the Supercharger station is full.
To date, Tesla has operated 14 Supercharger stations (64 superchargers) and 15 destination charging stations (70 chargers) across Malaysia.
The destination charging facilities are free for all Tesla vehicle owners until a date that will be announced later.
After making its debut in Singapore last month, the 2025 facelift version of the Tesla Model Y has officially arrived in the Malaysian market.
According to specifications provided by Tesla Malaysia, this electric SUV is available in two main variants: the RWD priced at RM195,450 and the Long Range All Wheel Drive (AWD) priced at RM242,450.
The base RWD variant offers a range of up to 466 km (WLTP data), accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, and has a maximum speed of 201 km/h.
Meanwhile, the Long Range AWD variant allows for a driving range of up to 551 km on a full charge, with an impressive acceleration from 0-100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds.
Buyers can choose between 19-inch Crossflow wheels or upgrade to 20-inch Helix 2.0 wheels for an additional RM10,000. There are also five color options available: Stealth Grey, Pearl White Multi-Coat (+RM5,000), Glacier Blue (+RM7,500), Quicksilver, and Ultra Red (+RM11,000).
Several changes have been implemented in this facelift version of the Tesla Model Y:
Horizontal LED light bars at the front and rear inspired by the Tesla Cybertruck
Double-glazed windows for a quieter cabin
A silver film layer on the panoramic glass roof to reduce UV and heat impact
New wheel designs and a rear diffuser to decrease aerodynamic drag, enhancing driving stability and reducing noise
The cabin features ambient lighting, ventilated seats, and a display screen for the second row, similar to the Tesla Model 3
For the Malaysian market, there is also a limited edition Tesla Model Y Launch Edition available.
It features a unique badge on the rear, logoed puddle lights, the words “Launch Series” on the door sills, vegan suede trims, and special finishes on the charging console and floor mats.
Basic Autopilot features are provided as standard equipment; however, buyers can opt for the Enhanced Autopilot package (+RM16,000), which adds functionalities such as Navigate on Autopilot, Auto Lane Change, Autopark, Smart Summon, and Actually Smart Summon.
The Full Self-Driving (FSD) package is priced at RM32,000 and includes all the features available in both Basic Autopilot and Enhanced Autopilot, along with additional functionalities like Autosteer and Traffic Light & Stop Sign Control.
At least one person has been killed and seven others injured after a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
According to reports, the explosion occurred shortly after the electric pickup truck was parked in front of the hotel lobby on Wednesday morning.
Police stated that the incident resulted in the death of one person who was inside the truck, while seven others sustained injuries.
So far, the cause of the explosion remains unknown, and police are still investigating whether it originated from the truck itself or from external factors.
🚨New footage of the Tesla Cybertruck exploding in front of the Trump hotel
However, there are reports stating that the Cybertruck was carrying fireworks at the time of the explosion. The reports say that investigators are working to determine the motive and whether the driver intended to set off the blast.
Following the incident, all guests staying at the Trump International Hotel have been evacuated to Resorts World Las Vegas.
Meanwhile, in a post on X, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said, “The whole Tesla senior team is investigating this matter right now. Will post more information as soon as we learn anything. We’ve never seen anything like this.”
Many have praised the sleek design of the Tesla Model 3 Highland electric sedan, while others have criticized it for features that complicate life for traditional drivers.
One such feature is the absence of a physical turn signal stalk, which has been replaced with a touch-sensitive button located on the steering wheel.
This change has not been well-received by those accustomed to using a physical turn signal stalk.
The good news is that you can find a solution to this unnecessary issue by purchasing S3XY Stalks from Enhance Auto.
This aftermarket option allows owners to install the device directly onto the steering column without the need to remove the steering wheel.
S3XY Stalks require no wiring and communicate directly with the car’s system using Bluetooth technology.
According to Enhance, this Bluetooth stalk has a battery life of at least a year before it needs to be replaced.
In addition to the function of activating the turn signals, there is a special button at the end of the stalk for user-customizable functions.
The retail price ranges from $343.69 to $363.69 (RM1,537-RM1,626), depending on the selected Tesla model.
In addition to the Tesla Model 3 Highland, these stalks are also compatible with the Model S and Model X.
In our view, this is a prime example of a solution for a problem that should not exist.
We are concerned that one day, manufacturers may offer turn signal stalks as an option rather than as standard factory equipment—a welcomed development for those who refuse to signal on the road.
Elon Musk has finally fulfilled his ‘promise’ to introduce a Tesla car model without pedals and a steering wheel through the unveiling of the Robotaxi, also known as the Cybercab.
At first glance, the Robotaxi is a two-door coupe car that can only accommodate two people at a time and offers a fairly large cargo space.
Through its butterfly-wing doors, you can actually see the cabin of the Cybercab indeed has no steering wheel and pedals.
According to Elon Musk, the Robotaxi does not have a traditional charging port, as it relies entirely on wireless (inductive) charging.
There are no detailed specifications available regarding the electric propulsion unit used in the Robotaxi.
Interestingly, Elon Musk claims that the price of a Robotaxi will start below $30,000 (~RM130,000), with production planned to begin in 2026 or 2027.
Another concept model without a steering wheel showcased is the Robovan, which resembles a wheeled toaster. It lacks a front mirror, replaced instead by a large display screen inside.
The Robovan can accommodate up to 20 people at a time.
Both the Robotaxi and Robovan will rely on the Full-Self Driving autonomous driving software to operate on real roads.
Only time will tell whether this software can be trusted or not, given that Tesla already has a poor track record for the existing Full Self-Driving system in its current models.
Tesla Malaysia has announced the opening of a new service center located in Seberang Jaya, Penang.
The newly opened service center, which also includes a body and paint (B&P) workshop, is expected to accommodate the increasing number of customers in the northern region.
Additionally, Tesla owners can charge their electric vehicles at the V4 Supercharger station located in the B1 parking area of Gurney Plaza.
There are four 250 kW charging nozzles provided at a rate of RM1.25/kWh.
To date, Tesla has provided up to 12 Supercharger stations with a total of 56 charging nozzles, as well as 13 Destination Charger stations with 69 chargers throughout Malaysia.
Tesla has never committed to opening a factory in Malaysia, said Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz.
In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Tengku Zafrul explained that the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) had engaged in discussions with Tesla founder Elon Musk in efforts to attract investment, but these discussions did not involve setting up a factory.
“Firstly, the foreign news report is not an official statement from Tesla but rather quotes anonymous or unnamed sources. Reporters need to verify the authenticity of this news with Tesla, as the source of this news is not from Tesla.
“Secondly, MITI has never announced that Tesla will open a factory in Malaysia. We have had discussions with Elon Musk in efforts to attract investment, but Tesla has never committed to opening a factory here,” Tengku Zafrul said.
He made these comments in response to a report from Thai online news portal, The Nation, which cited unnamed sources within the government regarding Tesla’s cancellation of plans to develop factories in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
The report also stated that Tesla’s current discussions are only focused on efforts related to charging stations and has suspended plans to develop factories not just in Thailand but globally.
“Tesla is not proceeding with plans in Malaysia, Indonesia, or other locations except in China, the United States, and Germany,” the news portal reported.
On July 20 last year, a leading United States multinational electric automotive manufacturer announced its strategic expansion into the Malaysian market through Tesla Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
According to a joint statement from Tesla and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), this move is a direct response to the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Global Leader initiative introduced by MITI.
In addition to introducing a range of advanced electric vehicles (EVs) to Malaysian consumers, Tesla is also committed to investing in a comprehensive network of fast and standard charging stations across strategic locations in Malaysia, as well as establishing its state-of-the-art headquarters and service centre in Cyberjaya, Selangor.
AFTER much anticipation by Tesla owners and residents of Penang Island, Tesla has been officially launched in Penang.
The inauguration also featured the 2024 Model 3 Performance, Model Y, and Cybertruck. These three models are showcased at Level G, Center at Gurney Plaza, George Town from June 21 to June 30.
According to Tesla, this launch is important as they have plans to expand their market and services in the northern states of Malaysia.
Tesla has also announced its plans to open service locations after sales on Penang Island very soon.
The public in Penang can now test drive the Model 3 and Model Y, contact 1800-81-0655 or visit tesla.com/en_my/event/tesla-penang-testdrive for more information and to schedule a test drive.
Tesla now has three charging stations in Penang located at The Ship Campus, All Seasons Place, and Sunway Carnival, providing a total of 12 Wall Connectors and 4 Super V3 Chargers.
Tesla has also confirmed the installation project of the first V4 charging station in Penang at Gurney Plaza.
This charging station will further facilitate the public in owning a Tesla in Penang. Plans to further expand charging infrastructure will also be implemented in the future.
TESLA has opened and activated a Supercharger station in Kuantan, Pahang. Located on the premises of the Kuantan City Council (MBK), it is the first Tesla Supercharger on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
According to Josh KY Chua, who shared some pictures on the Facebook’s Warga Kuantan page, the station can be used by the public 24 hours a day.
There are four charging bays at this location. Similar to other Supercharger stations throughout the country, the new station in Kuantan also has a charging rate of RM1.25 per kWh.
There is also an idle fee of RM4.00 per minute if the station is full.
Although Tesla has started rolling out Supercharger V4 networks in Malaysia, the MBK station, however, is equipped with Supercharger V3 technology.
The launch of this new Supercharger station aligns with the announcement made by Tesla’s Regional Director, Isabel Fan, in March, stating that the Kuantan Supercharger would be operational by the end of the second quarter of this year.
Other locations for the second quarter include the first Supercharger in Penang located in Prai.
The new Tesla Model 3 Performance, the most powerful variant in the Model 3 lineup, has been officially introduced with a selling price of RM242,000 in Malaysia.
Powering the Model 3 Performance is Tesla’s latest generation performance drive unit (Performance 4DU) consisting of two electric motors, one on each axle.
Based on the specifications available on the Tesla Malaysia website, the electric sedan boasts a total system output of 460 hp that enables it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds, with a maximum speed of 262 km/h.
For comparison, the Model 3 Long Range AWD takes 4.4 seconds to reach the same speed and can accelerate up to 201 km/h.
In terms of range, the Model 3 Performance is said to be capable of covering a distance of up to 528 km based on WLTP cycle, which is 101 km shorter than what the Long Range AWD offers.
Additionally, the high-performance variant also features a new adaptive damping system paired with multi-sectioned stabiliser bar, ultra-high strength steel springs, and stiffer suspension top mounts.
The braking system has been upgraded through track-ready pads, which offer more immediate deceleration and higher thermal limits and endurance.
In terms of appearance, this variant can be distinguished by new front and rear bumper designs, a rear diffuser, and a carbon fibre spoiler.
The Malaysian market model comes with 20-inch Warp wheels and is available in five colours: Pearl White Multi-Coat, Solid Black (RM5,000), Deep Blue Metallic (RM5,000), Stealth Grey (RM7,500), and Ultra Red (RM11,000).
Inside, you’ll find sport seats with enhanced bolstering and deeper position, carbon fibre trims on the dashboard, and a Track Mode V3 that integrates motor controls, suspension controls, powertrain cooling, and Vehicle Dynamics Controller (VDC) under a single, unified system.
As for the cabin space, black upholstery comes as standard, but customers can also opt for black and white upholstery at an additional cost of RM5,000.
According to Tesla Malaysia, the delivery of the Model 3 Performance is expected to commence in the second quarter of this year.
TESLA is conducting a recall for their electric pickup truck, the Cybertruck, due to a potential safety issue with the plastic pad above its accelerator pedal.
The company has identified a risk of the pad detaching and sticking to the trim when the pedal is pressed, posing a collision hazard.
The recall was announced by the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) today, in response to social media reports indicating that the pad on the EV pickup truck’s pedal was loose.
However, Cybertruck owners claim that pressing the brake while pressing the accelerator pedal would deactivate the accelerator input.
An official from the NHTSA stated in a report that “pressing the brake pedal will cut torque to the motor, including pressing both pedals, and if the brake pedal is continually depressed it will stop the vehicle just as rapidly as if the accelerator pedal were not depressed.”
The entire batch of Cybertrucks is affected by this recall, totaling 3,878 units manufactured between November 13th and April 4th. After the viral social media reports, Tesla reportedly halted the production of Cybertrucks.
The root cause of this issue is soap. Yes, soap! It was used to facilitate the adhesion of the pad to the accelerator pedal during the installation process. This was identified as an “unapproved change” in the installation process. Due to this soap, the pad did not adhere securely to the pedal, resulting in easy detachment.
To address this issue, Tesla will replace or repair the accelerator pedal at no cost. The trucks produced after April 17th have been equipped with new components and serial numbers. Any pending deliveries of Cybertrucks will have their pedals addressed before being handed over to customers.
Malaysia now has the largest electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Southeast Asia, located at Gamuda Cove in Kuala Langat. This state-of-the-art facility is the latest addition to Tesla’s charging network in Malaysia, comprising six Superchargers and 18 Destination Chargers.
The expansion of Tesla’s charging infrastructure in Malaysia includes the following previously established stations:
Pavilion Bukit Jalil: 6 Superchargers, 2 Destination Chargers
Tesla Service Centre Cyberjaya: 4 Superchargers, 4 Destination Chargers
Sunway Big Box Iskandar Puteri Johor: 4 Superchargers, 3 Destination Chargers
In total, Tesla now operates 36 Superchargers and 55 Destination Chargers across the country. Notably, the charging fees are uniform across all stations.
The Supercharger, capable of charging at rates of up to 250kW, offers its services at a rate of RM1.25/kWh, with an additional idle fee of RM4.00 per minute when the station is at full capacity.
Tesla has announced the opening of their newest Supercharging station at Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Since the brand’s presence in July 2023, they have been committed to expanding the charging network for a better experience for their owners in Malaysia.
The new Supercharging station is equipped with 6 Superchargers and 2 Destination Chargers. This brings the total to 30 Superchargers and 25 Destination Chargers nationwide.
With charging speeds of up to 250kW, a Tesla Model 3 can be recharged to provide a range of 282km in just 15 minutes.
Additionally, Tesla owners can now monitor available chargers, charging status, payments, and real-time technical assistance, providing significant convenience, especially for first-time EV owners.
The Tesla Supercharging station at Pavilion Bukit Jalil is located in parking B1, Pavilion Bukit Jalil 2, Persiaran Jalil 8, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur. It is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The charging rate is RM1.25/kWh, while the idle fee is up to RM4/minute when the station is fully utilized.
In Malaysia, Tesla is much lauded by electric vehicle (EV) users and enthusiasts alike, but in South Korea, it’s an entirely different story.
According to a report by Free Malaysia Today, the Texas-based EV manufacturer only managed to sell one car, a Model Y, in January due to concerns about safety, pricing, and charging infrastructure.
Data from the Seoul-based research firm Carisyou and the Korea Ministry of Trade indicates that this marked Tesla’s worst sales performance since July 2022, when it sold no vehicles at all.
Carisyou also reported that the number of new EV registrations in the country declined by 80% in January 2023 compared to December 2022.
It is understood that the slow reception for EVs in South Korea is due to higher interest rates and inflation, which have forced consumers to restrain their spending.
Furthermore, concerns about battery fires and a shortage of fast chargers have also contributed to the decline in EV demand there.
Lee Hang-Koo, head of the Jeonbuk Institute of Automotive Convergence Technology said most Koreans who wanted a Tesla car have already bought one.
In fact, some Koreans dislike Tesla and are concerned about the quality of production after learning that some of them are made in China.
Lee also mentioned that many people avoided buying vehicles in January because they were waiting for the government’s announcement of subsidies.
Just a few months out of the factory, the Tesla Cybertruck is now facing its first recall campaign. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 2.2 million Tesla vehicles built between 2012 and 2024 are being recalled due to issues with warning lights on the dashboard screen being too small.
“The Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights are displayed in a font size that is not appropriate. As a result, affected vehicles fail to meet the requirements of numbers 105 ‘Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems’ and 135 ‘Light Vehicle Brake Systems’ as set forth in the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard regulations.”
It is understood that this recall campaign involves all 2,193,869 units of Tesla vehicles sold in the United States market.
Due to Tesla’s use of screens to replace analog gauges, owners do not need to take their vehicles to a Tesla service center; instead, they only need to await an over-the-air (OTA) update.
The authorities in China have directed Tesla to recall approximately 1.6 million electric vehicles in the country. The recall is aimed at updating the Autopilot driving assistance function to reduce the risk of accidents.
This is due to the Autosteer system within the Autopilot function is prone to misuse by most Tesla drivers. The solution involves adding audio and visual warnings when the function is activated or deactivated.
According to Reuters report, the recall campaign involves all Tesla models sold in China, including the Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y.
The Autopilot function will be enhanced through over-the-air updates, eliminating the need for owners to send their cars to Tesla service centers.
Additionally, Tesla is also updating the door locking software involving 7,538 units of Model S and Model X in China due to concerns about doors opening automatically during accidents.
TESLA has just released the production and delivery numbers for 2023. For the fourth quarter of 2023, they produced 494,989 vehicles and delivered 484,507 vehicles to customers.
This brings Tesla’s total production for 2023 to 1,845,985 vehicles, while deliveries amounted to 1,808,581 units. In 2022, the electric vehicle (EV) maker reported production of 1.37 million vehicles and deliveries of 1.31 million units.
So, the new 2023 figures show a 35 percent increase in production and a 38 percent increase in deliveries year over year. In a report in October 2023, Tesla executives forecasted that the company would produce at least 1.8 million vehicles for the year. However, this figure represents a change from the previously expected 2 million.
Tesla produced 476,777 units of the Model 3 and Model Y in the fourth quarter, with 461,538 deliveries for these models.
They did not disclose figures for the Model S and X but categorized them as “other models.”
In the fourth quarter of 2023, Tesla also sold the updated version of the Model 3 sedan, the Highland, in several markets. Then in December, they also began deliveries of the newest EV, the Cybertruck, in the United States (US).
There were also no figures disclosed for the Cybertruck and Semi, the heavy-duty commercial truck produced in small numbers at the battery plant near Reno.
Tesla’s closest global competitor is BYD, which sold 3.02 million new energy vehicles in 2023, with 1.6 million being battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and 1.4 million being hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).
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