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- New Straits Times
Grab Malaysia unveils EV ride to KLIA
GRAB Malaysia on Tuesday launched its first fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) dedicated to airport transportation.
This marks a significant step forward in the company's efforts to reduce carbon emissions, promote EV adoption, and contribute to Malaysia's Green Economy.
The launch took place at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and was officiated by Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Available for passengers travelling from KLIA, the new EV ride option can be booked through the Grab app.
The service features the BYD M6, a seven-seater electric MPV offering passengers a quieter, smoother ride experience.
The third row seats can be easily folded down to create a larger, flat cargo area for more luggage.
Grab is collaborating with ecosystem partners, BYD Sime Motors, Yinson GreenTech and Power-Up Tech to accelerate EV adoption in Malaysia as part of its commitment to supporting national sustainability goals and contribute to building a cleaner, greener future for the country.
"By prioritising routes with high visibility and demand such as KLIA, we aim to demonstrate the practicality and comfort of EVs while driving greater awareness among consumers," said Grab Malaysia director of country operations and mobility Rashid Shukor.
"This launch marks an important milestone in reshaping the DNA of on-demand public transport toward low or zero emission modes, making sustainable mobility more accessible for both our driver-partners and passengers. This supports our broader goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040," he added.
Meanwhile, Loke said the ministry continued to champion sustainable transport solutions across all sectors.
This is in line with the government's commitment to advancing low-carbon mobility through frameworks such as the National Transport Policy 2019-2030 and the ministry's Strategic Plan 2021-2025.
"The launch of this EV fleet, ride option, and airport lounge at KLIA is a timely initiative that supports our national sustainability goals while enhancing the travel experience at one of Malaysia's key transport hub," he added.
