Malaysia considers levy on EV sales to fund public charging network
By Eve
Investment, trade and industry minister Johari Ghani told the Dewan Negara that Malaysia may impose a levy on every electric vehicle sold to create a dedicated fund for building public charging stations. The government granted four years of tax exemptions on completely built up EVs, resulting in RM3.3 billion in lost revenue, but charging infrastructure investment from industry players fell short of expectations. Tax exemptions for imported EVs will not be extended, though incentives for locally assembled completely knocked down EVs remain until December.
Why it matters
The proposed levy signals a shift from manufacturer-led to government-funded charging rollout in Malaysia, potentially creating a stable procurement pipeline for CPOs and contractors. The policy change follows disappointment with private sector infrastructure investment despite years of vehicle tax breaks.
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- Original title
- “Govt mulling levy on EV sales to fund public charging network”
- Published
- 4 August 2026
- Updated
- 7 August 2026
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