Malaysia Automotive Sector Report 2024-2025

In 2022, Malaysia continued to consolidate its position as the third-largest four-wheel motor vehicle manufacturer and market in the ASEAN region, behind Thailand and Indonesia. Motorcycles and passenger vehicles were the main two segments in the Malaysian motor vehicle industry in 2022, however, passenger vehicles are the stellar product of the Malaysian automotive industry (passenger vehicle is expected to become once again the main product of the industry in terms of output and domestic sale volumes in 2023). The local automotive industry has specialised in the production and commercialisation of passenger vehicles through the performance of its two national brands (Perodua and Proton), the largest producers and sellers of passenger vehicles in the country. There is also a strong contribution of six Japanese companies (Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Mazda and Nissan), both in passenger and commercial vehicles, complemented by the participation of two German companies (BMW and Mercedes Benz). The industry struggled with the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, however, production and domestic sales strongly rebounded in 2022, posting new record highs. Concerning external trade, the Malaysian automotive industry presents relatively low levels of international competitiveness (compared to Thailand, the regional export hub) as the country has chronic trade deficits in motor vehicles and auto parts.

This report provides a complete and detailed analysis of the "Automotive" sector for Malaysia. EMIS Insights presents in-depth business intelligence in a standard format across countries and regions, providing a balanced mix between analysis and data.

What this report allows you to do:

• Understand the key elements at play in the "Automotive" sector in Malaysia
• Crystallise the forces both driving and restraining this sector in Malaysia
• Ascertain Malaysia’s position in the global sector
• Build a complete perspective on sector trade, investment and employment
• Understand the competitive landscape and who the major players are
• View M&A activity and major deals
• Gain an understanding of the regulatory environment for the sector in Malaysia.
• Build a clear picture of trends, output and consumption for specific sub-sectors