EV Sales Are Booming, But Repair and Servicing Support Is Struggling to Keep Up

Malaysia’s EV sales are surging, but many independent workshops still can’t service EVs, highlighting a growing gap in the aftermarket.

Electric vehicle sales in Malaysia have surged in 2026, with EVs now making up a growing share of new car sales and homegrown brands leading the charge. It’s a clear sign that Malaysian drivers are embracing the shift to electric.

But the boom has exposed a gap: many independent workshops across the country are still not equipped to handle EV repairs, particularly anything involving the battery or software systems, due to the specialised training and diagnostic tools required. As a result, EV owners are often left with authorised service centres as their only real option, sometimes facing higher costs and longer waits.

It’s a trend we’re watching closely at Reliance Workshop. As EV ownership grows, so does the need for trusted, accessible servicing options beyond the dealership, and we’re committed to building the expertise our customers will need as the market evolves.

EV Sales Are Booming, But Repair and Servicing Support Is Struggling to Keep Up

Malaysia’s EV sales are surging, but many independent workshops still can’t service EVs, highlighting a growing gap in the aftermarket.

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As a growing global business, Reliance believes performance and success begins with fixing every vehicle to a high quality, and high safety standard.

These quality standards are backed by our day to day commitment to provide excellent customer care and service.

As a growing global business, Reliance believes performance and success begins with fixing every vehicle to a high quality, and high safety standard.

These quality standards are backed by our day to day commitment to provide excellent customer care and service.