Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan has revealed that the Malaysian government aims to install an additional 100 electric vehicle (EV) charging points, particularly along tolled highways such as the North-South Expressway (PLUS), by 2025. This initiative is in response to the growing number of electric vehicles on the roads.

Currently, there are 60 EV charging points located at rest and service (R&R) areas and petrol stations along the PLUS Highway and East Coast Expressway (LPT). As stated by Bernama, these charging points, managed by operators like TNB Electron and Gentari, include locations such as Ayer Keroh R&R (northbound), Seremban R&R (northbound), and Paka R&R (northbound).

The move to increase the number of EV charging points aligns with the evolving landscape of future highways, addressing the challenges posed by the rising popularity of electric vehicles. Additionally, the government is exploring new concepts for R&R areas, smart highways, and energy-efficient solutions like Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting.