Malaysia launches EV, battery management guidelines

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 11 (Xinhua) — Malaysia on Friday launched its electric vehicle and battery management (EVBM) guidelines.
The guidelines aim to provide a framework for industry self-regulation, by ensuring the safe and sustainable management of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV batteries, the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC), an agency under the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry, said in a statement.
The EVBM Guidelines are expected to become a foundational tool for businesses within the EV sector, enabling them to meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, it said.
By adopting these guidelines, the industry will enhance productivity and competitiveness while maintaining high standards of compliance.
Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry Secretary General Hairil Yahri Yaacob said the launch marks a significant step in Malaysia’s push toward sustainability and productivity in the growing EV sector.
According to him, EVBM guidelines offer businesses a clear framework to manage EVs and their batteries safely and sustainably.
“Premised on the principles of life-cycle management, the guidelines cover handling, transportation, disposal, and recycling of EVs and EV batteries. As such, this launch is a key step towards strengthening Malaysia’s positioning as a regional manufacturing hub for electric mobility and attracting future green technology investments,” he added. ■