Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Regional car e-commerce platform CARSOME, known for its sales of used cars, has announced its foray into the sale of new cars via a partnership with NETA Auto Malaysia, establishing them as the official trade-in partner for the EV brand in Malaysia. They are also listing the new NETA X Electric Vehicle (EV).
This collaboration marks a significant milestone for CARSOME as it expands its ecosystem to include new car sales, reflecting its commitment to diversifying its offerings and enhancing the car-buying experience for customers.
As part of the collaboration, NETA will be able to complement its existing dealers’ network by leveraging CARSOME’s extensive online platform and customer base, allowing NETA to strengthen its digital footprint.
The MOU was signed by NETA’s Exclusive Distributor, Intro Synergy Sdn Bhd’s (ISSB) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Farok Maasom, and CARSOME’s Group President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), Eric Chan, witnessed by Dato’ SM Azli SM Nasimuddin Kamal, the Executive Chairman of ISSB and CARSOME Co-founder, Chairman, and Group CEO, Eric Cheng.
Eric Cheng, co-founder, chairman, and group CEO at CARSOME, said, “With the NETA X EV listing on our platform and the partnership with NETA, CARSOME is making a strategic entry into the EV and new car market, underscoring our commitment to providing sustainable and innovative automotive solutions.”
He added, “By partnering with NETA, we can cater to a new segment of buyers looking for high-quality, sustainable transportation options. This partnership not only diversifies our offerings but also enhances the car-buying experience, offering exclusive deals and comprehensive trade-in options that meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
Meanwhile, Dato SM Azli, chairman at Intro Synergy Sdn Bhd, commented, “We are thrilled to collaborate with CARSOME, a leader in the car e-commerce space. This partnership allows us to reach a broader audience and offer our innovative NETA X EV to a new segment of environmentally conscious customers. With CARSOME’s robust online platform and extensive customer base, we are confident that this collaboration will significantly enhance our market presence and drive the adoption of electric vehicles in Malaysia.”
Customers can explore the new NETA X model through CARSOME’s online platform and app, where they can place bookings seamlessly. Additionally, they can visit CARSOME’s PJ Automall, where dedicated NETA customer consultants will assist them throughout their purchase journey. This weekend, visitors to the Autofair in PJ Automall will have the opportunity to view NETA’s range of EVs up close, including the flagship NETA V, NETA X, and NETA GT models.