“Tesla is required to install at least 50 of its Superchargers by 2026, of which 30% must be made accessible to other EV brands.

“This means that all EV owners will benefit. This is a good move to promote the overall usage of EVs,” the minister said in a video posted on Twitter today.

Tesla Superchargers are the company’s fast charging stations for electric vehicles, as distinct from mechanical or electric superchargers used in petrol engines, which are air compressors used to force more air into the combustion chamber.

Tengju Zafrul said that eight Tesla charging stations have been installed at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

“Besides Pavilion, there are nine other locations in Malaysia that will have Tesla Superchargers.

“In the Klang Valley, there are three other locations, namely Bukit Jalil, Petaling Jaya and Dengkil.

Outside the Klang Valley, the charging stations will be available in Iskandar Puteri, Perai, Ipoh and Negeri Sembilan.

“With these 10 locations, it is expected that 95% of Tesla’s target of 50 Supercharger stations will be met, as each location will see the installation of four to 12 charging stations,” he said.

Tengku Zafrul also said Tesla has given its commitment to increase the number of its Superchargers across Malaysia to a level above the target set by the government.

“This is a good start, and it is hoped that other producers will also participate in increasing the number of chargers nationwide.

“Interestingly, Tesla uses many local components in the manufacture of its vehicles.

“Through this investment, local suppliers in Malaysia will continue to grow and, hopefully, more job opportunities will be created for Malaysians.”