No.1 smart electric vehicle in Malaysia – Launched in Q3 as planned, 20 DC chargers with Gentari, dedicated 3S hub, smart app
Some progress updates on smart. Work has been going on behind the scenes since Proton and the Smart Automotive Company formalize their partnership with the signing of a joint distribution agreement last August.
Proton New Energy Technology (Pro-Net)the company founded by the national carmaker to handle the sale and distribution of smart cars, says it is on track to introduce smart #1 in Malaysia this year, and ahead of time, by the sound of it.
At a recent update press conference, the company said it is targeting a market launch in Q3 for the electric vehicle, which is far ahead of the original. 4th Quarter Intro Timeline was offered last year. It added that there will be a public preview for the car sometime in the second quarter.
Pro-Net adds that it has been actively expanding its talent pool to prepare for the upcoming marketing campaign, building office space, and establishing a complete multi-level sales and service network. All new for the upcoming car.
It says that the process of recruiting new senior agents across Peninsular Malaysia is underway, concentrating initial efforts in the northern, central and southern regions. The network will feature dedicated, specially designed smart spaces and smart 3S hubs to better serve owners.
Regarding the charging infrastructure, it says that the plans are drawn up for set up 20 DC chargers by 2023 with Gentari still on the right track. Under the partnership, Pro-Net will provide the charging site and power delivery facility while Gentari will be responsible for providing the charging infrastructure and operator-related solutions.
Still following those lines, the company added that it is also looking at expanding the range of charging solutions available to its customers. These include one-stop home charging solutions to increase the number of charging stations available nationwide by 2025. The company says its first charging station will be installed at Proton COE, while its stores Smart dealers will also have charging stations to serve the needs of smart owners.
In terms of product-related developments, the company revealed that it will redefine several aspects of electronics within the smart No. 1 limit for our market, in terms of remote control functions. remote and integrated infotainment system, completing this process before the car hits the market. While it doesn’t state as such, the presence of the Android Auto Desktop Head Unit (DHU) mentioned in one of the product slides suggests that some form of localization for the system is not available. infotainment system available on the card.
Smart apps are also in development, which Pro-Net says will provide a seamless 360 digital journey for all smart car owners with a range of connected services, from control in-car navigation to set up service appointments. The app will also include a comprehensive charging map, outlining the location of the chargers.
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