12 hours ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Zeekr adds Carro to its dealers network
KUALA LUMPUR: Premium new energy vehicle group Zeekr has appointed Carro to as its latest authorised dealer in Malaysia.
Carro is Asia Pacific's largest online automotive marketplace and Malaysia's most trusted used car platform.
In a joint statement today, both parties said the partnership plans include four new Zeekr showrooms and three Carro Care workshops to support retail and maintenance efforts.
"Zeekr car owners can look forward to greater accessibility and convenience within the electric vehicle (EV) sector in the long run, as they look forward to the standard dealer warranty.
"They can also have plus access to a full suite of end-to-end Carro services, including financing, aftersales and insurance services with Genie financial services, Carro Care and Coverro respectively," it said.
Zeekr Southeast Asia managing director Alrx Bao said the positive response it had received from the Malaysian market over the past few months reflects the growing appreciation for Zeekr's premium electric vehicles.
Bao said the momentum reinforces its commitment to expand the company's presence in Malaysia.
"The partnership with Carro represents a significant milestone in that direction, enhancing both our sales network and after-sales capabilities to better support our customers.
"This collaboration also aligns with our broader business strategy as we prepare for the introduction of our next important model, the Zeekr 7X," he said.
Carro chief executive officer of international marketplace Fong Hon Sum said this is a really exciting step for the company as it offers even more automotive options to its customers in Malaysia.
Fong said the company is seeing a growing market in Malaysia for hybrid and electric vehicles, with developing infrastructure and tax exemptions in place.
"We are ready to provide these services to Malaysians who are keen to make the switch to EVs.
"Our expertise within the EV sector has us well-placed to handle inspections, repairs, and maintenance, and we're so excited to have Zeekr as our partner," he added.
There are currently three showrooms, known as Zeekr Space, in Petaling Jaya and IOI Mall Puchong.
