Malaysia Is Increasing Local Tariffs To Protect Its National Car
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EVRoutes Team
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Starting July 1 of this year, local tariffs for imported EVs to Malaysia will increase based on the value of the vehicle
What's Happening
Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said in a statement earlier this month, May 2026, that the significant policy shift is designed to protect national automakers.
Why This Matters for EV Owners
The Bigger Picture
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