Gary Zhou 
Key Points
- 🚗 Tesla has launched the sale of its electric vehicles in Malaysia after receiving government approval to import BEVs.
- 🌍 Asia is a strong market for Tesla, with its Giga Shanghai plant in China producing cars for the region.
- 🏢 Tesla is establishing a presence in Malaysia with Head Offices, Service Centers, and a Supercharger Network.
- 💼 Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade and Industry expressed confidence in Tesla’s decision to enter the Malaysian market.
- 🚀 Tesla received 10,000 Model Y orders within 96 hours of its launch in Malaysia.
- 🎥 Tesla shared a promotional video showcasing the Model Y in Kuala Lumpur, generating excitement for its entry into the Malaysian market.
Tesla has officially launched its electric vehicle sales in Malaysia, expanding its global presence and bringing the electric vehicle revolution to a new market. With Giga Shanghai in China already serving the Asian region, Tesla has been preparing for Malaysian sales since February when it received government approval to import battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
As part of its expansion, Tesla is establishing a Head Office, Service Centers, and a Supercharger Network in Malaysia. The move demonstrates Tesla’s confidence in the country’s economic fundamentals and conducive business environment, according to Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade and Industry, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.
The Model 3 and Model Y are the first Tesla vehicles available for Malaysian customers. Tesla has already received an impressive 10,000 Model Y orders in just 96 hours after its launch in Malaysia, showing a strong demand for the electric vehicles in the country.
To further build excitement and anticipation, Tesla shared a promotional video showcasing the Model Y in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur. With this launch, Tesla continues to push forward its mission of accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
