The official importer and distributor of Smart vehicles in Malaysia and Thailand, Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET) has appointed five new dealerships to be in charge of Smart electric vehicles (EV) in Peninsular Malaysia. Stationed across the Peninsular in strategic areas such as Bangsar, Ipoh, Penang, Kedah, and Melaka, the appointed dealerships include Smart Mobility, GB Auto, Eleganz Lifestyle, Lee Motors, and Sigma Energy.
The Smart Mobility dealership will be located in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, and is set to target a diverse spectrum of customers. This includes expatriates and high-profile corporate individuals.
GB Auto will be located up north, in Ipoh, Perak. Eleganz Lifestyle, Lee Motors, and Sigma Energy EV, on the other hand, will be in charge of Smart’s dealerships in Penang, Kedah, and Melaka. The dealerships will also be occupying their standalone buildings.
In total, seven dealers have been appointed by Smart Malaysia, which includes the previously appointed Hap Seng Smart and Edaran Otomobil Nasional (EON). This is done as part of the EV company’s strategy to attract customers ahead of the launch of the Smart #1 in Malaysia, which will be taking place in the fourth quarter of this year.
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PRO-NET CEO Zhang Qiang said, “We are working hard to ensure that our EV mobility ecosystem is ready before the launch of the Smart #1 at the end of this year and we will share more news about other major developments in the coming months.”
Smart Malaysia is also considering more dealerships for collaborations, including its expansion into East Malaysia next year. The dealer appointments come as part of the company’s strategy to introduce its new all-electric auto brand to the local market, which includes the establishment of an all-new Smart brand centre, known as “Smart Space” as a one-stop centre for EV adoption and convenience.
All of the centres will be equipped with full sales and service support, as well as additional services such as quick charging, quick repair services, and a delivery centre. Additionally, the Smart app will be introduced soon.
The Smart app will allow customers to conveniently access product information, ordering, and payment options. An integrated EV charging map with easy-to-navigate DC charging facilities will also be included.
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The CEO of PRO-NET said, “Smart epitomises the pinnacle of premium EV mobility solutions with a combination of futuristic design and advanced technology, hence it is paramount that our appointed dealers deliver on our brand promise with unparalleled service that reinforces the exciting customer journey regarding ownership of smart vehicles,”
He added, “We believe EV is not only about positioning premium products but most importantly it is how we can strive to be an inspiring creator and urban companion to provide a new premium service experience to customers and invite them to co-create a better future together.”
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