Pekema signs a Memorandum of Understanding with NexV to assemble Dongfeng Box EV, also known as Nammi 01 for the Malaysian market, export
Malaysian Vehicle Importers and Traders Association of Malaysia (Pekema) through its subsidiary Central Auto Distributions Bhd (CADB) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NexV Manufacturing to Dongfeng box assembly. The aim is to make Malaysia a regional hub for compact EV hatchbacks.
According to Pekema – the importers’ umbrella body in tandem with open APs – the partnership will see NexV provide a domestic assembly facility, with CADB handling the marketing and distribution of electric vehicles. Pekema chairman Datuk Hj Mohamed Nazari Noorder said CADB is exploring a CKD program with China’s Dongfeng Motor. He added that this is in line with Pekema’s vision to increase members’ participation in the electric vehicle sector.
“Through CADB, Pekema intends to develop local talent and electric vehicle suppliers. We also hope to have successful technology transfer from Dongfeng Motor, which has invested heavily in automotive technology in China. This not only benefits the local industry but also creates opportunities for our members to participate in distribution and after-sales,” he said.
Boarding. Dongfeng box is also known as Nammi 01 in China. With a length of 4,030 mm and a width of 1,810 mm, with a wheelbase of 2,660 mm, it is 260 mm shorter than another car. BYD Dolphin but 40 mm wider. Built on Dongfeng’s Quantum Architecture No. 3, the Box’s wheelbase is 40 mm shorter than the BYD.
The hatchback, which has no shape despite its name, is powered by a 163 PS (120 kW) electric motor. The front-mounted motor draws power from a 42.3 kWh battery and the claimed range is 430 km according to China’s CLTC, slightly lighter than the WLTP standard. Maximum speed is 140 km/h. Expect to see level 2 ADAS driver support. Nothing groundbreaking so it all depends on form factor, price and aftermarket. Check out the Dongfeng Box below – what do you think?
As for NexV, you may have heard of them before as joint venture between glove manufacturer Careplus Group and GoAuto Group. In January, NexV broke ground on its factory in Rembau, Negeri Sembilan and The factory will roll out the Neta EV in 2025. NexV also has a deal assembling Skyworth electric carsbut that partnership was dissolved and Instead Skywell is partnering with Berjaya.
COLLECTION: Dongfeng Box aka Nammi 01 at Auto China 2024
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