MARii Launches Voluntary NxGV Labelling Scheme and Celebrates Youth Innovation Driving Asean Green Mobility Leadership
In the same spirit of innovation, MARii also held the NxGV Challenge 2025 Prize Giving Ceremony, celebrating youth-led breakthroughs in electric vehicle (EV) design and development, co-organised by MARii and SAE Malaysia, supported by PERODUA. The dual milestone reflects Malaysia's proactive stance under its ASEAN Chairmanship in driving the region's transition towards low carbon, connected mobility solutions, while nurturing the next generation of automotive talent.
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