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Hubject And Gentari Join Forces To Streamline EV Charging Across Southeast Asia

Hubject, a leader in EV interoperability, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Gentari Sdn Bhd, to integrate Gentari’s EV charging network with Hubject’s eRoaming platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the accessibility and reliability of EV charging infrastructure in Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

Key Points of the Collaboration:

Integration with Hubject’s eRoaming Platform:
- Gentari’s EV chargers will be connected to Hubject’s eRoaming platform, allowing EV drivers to charge seamlessly across a broader network of charging points in the region.
- This partnership will be significantly enhanced when Gentari’s charging points are certified for Hubject’s Plug&Charge via the Gentari Go app, enabling EV drivers to start charging without using a mobile app or RFID card.
Advancing Seamless Charging Experience:
- Gentari is in talks with OEMs to enable Plug&Charge capabilities for their vehicles, further promoting a seamless charging experience.
Statements from Leaders:
- Christian Hahn, CEO of Hubject: He emphasized the value of the collaboration, highlighting how it supports the adoption of EVs and renewable energy. He sees Gentari as a future EV mobility champion in Southeast Asia.
- Shah Yang Razalli, Deputy CEO of Gentari and CEO of Gentari Green Mobility: He reiterated Gentari’s commitment to sustainable transportation, ensuring safety, reliability, and convenience for customers. He views this partnership as a significant step towards becoming a leading green mobility solutions partner in the Asia Pacific.
Gentari’s Charging Network:
- Gentari operates the largest direct current (DC) charging network in Malaysia, with over 120 DC charging points from more than 400 charging points (CPs) in the country.
- Gentari’s clean energy platform, Gentari Go, provides access to over 2,400 chargers across Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand through an EV roaming network.
Global Ambitions:
- Hubject aims to achieve one million networked charge points globally by 2024, and this partnership with Gentari is part of their strategic goal to streamline the EV charging experience in Southeast Asia.

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Debate Heats Up: Concessionaires vs. Government on MLFF Traffic Project

Concessionaires are raising concerns about the federal government’s involvement in the implementation of the multi-lane free-flow (MLFF) traffic project on private highways. This project aims to facilitate toll collection without requiring vehicles to stop or slow down, using advanced technologies like radio-frequency identification devices (RFID) and automated number plate recognition (ANPR).

Key Points of Concern

Government’s Role vs. Private Operators’ Autonomy
- Government’s Plan B: Deputy Works Minister Ahmad Maslan announced that the government intends to issue a request for proposal (RFP) to potentially reduce project costs.
- Concessionaires’ Stance: Private highway operators believe they should have the freedom to select the service providers for implementing MLFF on their highways, as they own and manage these assets.
Cost Implications and Efficiency
- Concessionaires’ View: Operators argue that they can implement the MLFF system more cost-effectively at their own expense. They claim that issuing an RFP and potentially awarding the project to a single company could increase costs and breach existing concession agreements.
- Government’s Rationale: The government believes an RFP could lower project costs, though concessionaires dispute this.
Previous Agreements and Concerns
- Unilateral Decision: In December, the government reportedly signed an agreement with a company linked to YTL Corporation Bhd for a RM3.46 billion project without consulting concessionaires.
- Objections: Concessionaires have objected to this move, suggesting it could inflate costs by up to 30% and violate their agreements with the government.
- Berjaya Group’s Competing Bid: Earlier in the year, Berjaya Group sought support for a rival bid involving the installation of a barrier-free toll system. The government has assured that no final decision has been made and that concessionaires will be consulted.

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Geely’s New LFP Battery has a Service Life of a Million Kilometres

Geely has unveiled its new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell, boasting an impressive energy density of 192 Wh/kg, a 50-year service life, rapid charging capabilities, and minimal capacity loss in cold weather. This new battery technology aims to address various concerns about electric vehicles (EVs) beyond their initial cost.

Key Features of Geely’s New LFP Battery:

Energy Density and Longevity:
- Energy Density: 192 Wh/kg.
- Service Life: 50 years with 3,500 charge cycles, equating to about a million kilometres.
Rapid Charging:
- Charging Speed: Charges to 80% capacity in under 20 minutes, specifically achieving 10% to 80% charge in just 17 minutes.
- Technological Enhancements: Utilises carbon nanotubes and an enhanced cover film to accelerate lithium ion movement, contributing to faster charging times.
Cold Weather Performance:
- Minimal Range Loss: Experiences only a 10% range loss in extremely cold conditions, comparable to CATL’s fast-charging LFP cell introduced last year.
Durability and Safety:
- Rigorous Testing: Subjected to harsh conditions including exposure to open flames, puncturing, rolling over, submersion in corrosive seawater, and operation in freezing environments.
- Technological Innovations: Features a thermally resistant separator and self-healing electrode technology that passed all durability tests, ensuring robust performance and safety.

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Drive Home A Mercedes-Benz With Goodyear’s “Win A Car” Campaign

Goodyear Malaysia has announced the launch of its “Win A Car” Campaign, running from today until 31 October 2024. This exclusive campaign offers customers the chance to drive home a Mercedes-Benz and win iPhone 15 prizes every two weeks by purchasing two or more 17” and above tyres.

Campaign Highlights:

Grand Prize: A Mercedes-Benz for one lucky winner.
Bi-Weekly Prizes: iPhone 15 for winners every two weeks.

Goodyear’s collaboration with Mercedes-Benz aims to provide customers with the joy of driving luxury cars fitted with premium tyres. This reflects the shared commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction of both brands.

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Proton Strengthens Hold on Second Place with 10,999 Units Sold in June

Proton sold a total of 10,999 units (domestic and export) in June 2024, maintaining its stronghold in the automotive sales table at second place. Despite a planned one-week plant shutdown for scheduled operations improvement, Proton achieved a market share of 19.1% for both June and the year-to-date (YTD). This brings the total sales for the first half of 2024 to 73,696 units.

The Total Industry Volume (TIV) for June is forecasted to be softer than any month this year, with an estimated 57,700 units sold, lower than the previous low in April, which was affected by the long festive holiday. However, the cumulative forecast TIV figure for the first six months of 2024 is approximately 386,600 units, nearly 20,000 units more than the same period in 2023 when it reached a new record high.

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Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Shatters Four World Records in High-Speed Run

Koenigsegg has once again etched its name into the history books, setting four world records in a single high-speed run with the Jesko Absolut hypercar at an airfield in Orebro, Sweden. Koenigsegg reclaimed the 0–400–0km/h crown from itself, this time using a new model.

Koenigsegg test driver Markus Lundh was the chosen pilot for this record-breaking attempt. Lundh clocked an impressive 0–400–0 km/h time of 27.83 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 28.81 seconds set by the Koenigsegg Regera in 2023. But one world record was not enough for Lundh. He continued to push the limits, reaching a top speed of 412km/h and setting three additional records in the process.

Powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.0-litre V-8 engine running on E85 fuel, the Jesko Absolut boasts an astonishing 1600hp. Lundh reached 400km/h in 18.82 seconds, hit 402km/h in 19.20 seconds, and achieved a 0–402–0km/h time of 28.27 seconds. Remarkably, the Jesko Absolut’s top speed of 412km/h indicates even greater potential.

The record-breaking run took place around five in the morning to take advantage of calm winds and low temperatures. Aside from a roll cage for safety and a seat borrowed from a Koenigsegg One:1, the Jesko Absolut was in standard condition, running on E85 fuel and equipped with standard Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tyres.

This extraordinary feat reaffirms Koenigsegg’s status as a leader in high-performance automotive engineering and sets a new benchmark in the world of hypercars.

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