KUALA LUMPUR: Sime Darby Motors (SD Motors) and BYD Malaysia say they have sold over 10,000 BYD vehicles in Malaysia.
This comes two years after it was first revealed SD Motors would be an official BYD distributor in September 2022.
SD Motors and BYD Malaysia are now focused on achieving the next goal - another 10,000 vehicle sales in a shorter time span.
For this, BYD Malaysia says it will continue to expand its footprint across the country.
By the end of 2024, the company plans to have 30 showrooms to provide customers with accessible and reliable support.
The current network features 26 showrooms across the nation, comprising 16 BYD 3S centres and 10 BYD 1S centres.
"Our commitment to providing the best experience and services through this strategic partnership with BYD has contributed to this success," said Jeffrey Gan, managing director of Southeast Asia at SD Motors.
BYD Malaysia managing director Eagle Zhao said the milestone reflects the trust and support of the customers who embrace the future of mobility with BYD.
"It's been an incredible journey with Sime Darby Motors and we look forward to elevating sustainable driving experiences in Malaysia," Zhai added.
To commemorate the 10,000 sales success, the companies organised the "BYD Dream Drive Melaka 2024," a special convoy event exclusively for BYD owners.
Melaka was chosen as the destination, aligning with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China, a location steeped in historical connections with China that stretch back to the 15th century.
The convoy featured over 60 BYD vehicles, kicking off from the Ara Damansara showroom.
The two-day, one-night road trip offered BYD owners the opportunity to connect and celebrate the brand's growing presence in Malaysia.
The participants were treated to a cultural experience with a stop at Encore Melaka, where they watched the "Puteri Hang Li Po Musical Theatre."
The performance, inspired by the historical relationship between Sultan Mansur Shah and the Ming Dynasty princess Hang Li Po, was a fitting tribute to the long-standing ties between Malaysia and China.