While the attention of most Malaysians on Perodua’s EV project would focus on the electric vehicle that it is developing itself, the project encompasses far more than just a vehicle. There are also many other areas which are related to development of the EV sector and require preparation in tandem with the vehicle project.
To advance EV development, digital innovation, and sustainable growth, aligning with the Malaysian government’s vision to create a high-value, competitive automotive sector under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030, TM (Telekom Malaysia Berhad) and Perodua have formed a strategic partnership.
This partnership will see collaboration in 4 strategic areas – Hyperconnected Network, Advancing Digital Technology, Enriching Customer Experience, and Environmental Sustainability.
TM via TM One, its enterprise and government sector solutions arm, will upgrade Perodua’s infrastructure, providing fixed and wireless connectivity including SD-WAN solutions for dealer networks, private 5G for automotive applications, and smart manufacturing technologies to improve production. These will enhance Perodua’s operational capabilities, streamline data management, and support its future expansion.
TM One will also leverage its Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and AI capabilities to provide initiatives for smart manufacturing, GPU as a Service, EV and autonomous driving technologies. Additionally, TM and Perodua aim to expand their market reach and brand visibility through co-created products and innovative go-to market strategies. These include customised infotainment systems, smart mapping solutions, and joint marketing using digital tools to reach new customer segments.
The two Malaysian companies are also committed to environmental sustainability, collaborating on clean energy solutions for EV charging infrastructure and waste reduction to align with Malaysia’s environmental goals. Additionally, through workforce training, R&D, and sustainable practices, the partnership will foster a culture of innovation to enable a digitally connected and environmentally responsible future in Malaysia’s automotive sector.
“Our partnership with Perodua reflects our commitment to enabling digital transformation in the automotive industry, improving user experiences and long-term value. By delivering secure, high-speed connectivity and scalable digital solutions, this partnership will support Perodua’s mission for greater innovation and growth, paving the way for a connected, sustainable future in the automotive industry. This marks another milestone in TM’s aspirations to become a Digital Powerhouse, pioneering industry growth through digitalisation and opening new opportunities to propel organisations and our nation forward,” said Amar Huzaimi Md Deris, TM’s Group Chief Executive Officer.
Speaking on Perodua’s goal of modernising the automotive industry, enhancing operations and setting the standard for digital connectivity in the industry, Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad, the automaker’s President & CEO, said: “This collaboration covers several aspects that will benefit our customers as well as having spillover effects to the country’s digital and automotive industries. There are vast opportunities for Perodua and TM to revolutionise how we do things and set benchmarks on the quality, efficiency and delivery of our products and services. These opportunities will become clearer as we innovate further and address the issues and needs of our operations.”
Typically, the issues we face often offer the way forward – the challenge is how to approach it in a way that results in a fundamental change that takes us forward,” he added.