National carmaker Proton’s new energy subsidiary, Pro-Net, has launched its first DC Charging Hub at Proton Tanjung Malim. Located at the marque’s administration building, the new charging hub is equipped with two DC chargers (four output nozzles total), capable of delivering a combined station output of up to 120 kW – 60 kW peak per nozzle, or 30 kW each when spread evenly across four electric vehicles (EVs) charging at once.
The charging hub is open to all EV owners in Malaysia, regardless of brand, and is priced at RM0.80 per kWh, which Pro-Net claims is “one of the lowest in the country”. For the first month of operation, a special introductory rate of RM0.40 per kWh will be levied instead, giving customers essentially a 50% discount for the entire month of October 2025.
“This charging hub is a significant step forward for us, not just as a facility but as part of our commitment to build a stronger EV ecosystem for Malaysia. By keeping the service affordable and simple to use, we hope to make EV adoption more appealing for everyone,” said Pro-Net Chief Executive Officer, Zhang Qiang.
“Tanjung Malim is where Pro-Net’s story began, so it is fitting for us to also start this new chapter here,” he added.
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Unlike previous chargers operated through third-party charge point operators (CPOs), the new charging hub in Tanjung Malim is Proton’s first “Standalone charging infrastructure”, which will be managed wholly by Pro-Net. The company says this demonstrates the national carmaker’s capability to run its own charging network, ensuring “greater control over affordability, accessbility, and user experience”.
The latter is notable, as the new DC charging hub does not require any separate mobile apps to operate. Proton says it’s currently a “proof-of-concept” for app-free charging, and customers will have to scan a QR code located on the charger to access a web-based interface, where they will be able to make payment and start charging.
Additionally, Proton eMAS and Smart owners can also choose to still continue using their cars’ respective apps, both of which are fully integrated with the new system.
Tanjung Malim will play a critical role in Proton’s electrification journey. Aside from the new chargers, the national carmaker’s EV production plant is also set to begin operations soon, where it will not only assemble “Malaysia’s first locally produced EVs”, but also generate new jobs and nurture the local talent in support of the growth of the local EV ecosystem.
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