The prime minister’s department (JPM) has added the Toyota Mirai to its fleet. The second-generation fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) was handed over to JPM by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) today, and PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was there to receive the car.
We also see UMW Toyota Motor executive director Mohd Shamsor Mohd Zain – who is also Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) president – in the images above, shared by PMX on his social media.
Anwar said that the handover marks another important step in strengthening Malaysia’s agenda towards green mobility via low carbon technologies, and economic growth for a more sustainable future.
He further said that the initiative mirrors the confidence of industry partners – local and foreign – towards the policies and direction of Malaysia, especially in developing a national hydrogen ecosystem, stimulating cross-border cooperation and spearheading automotive innovation in ASEAN.
PMX added that the Madani government will spearhead the region’s shift to green and smart mobility, ensuring Malaysia is not just ready to face the needs of the future, but to pioneer and shape a mobility landscape that’s cleaner, safer and sustainable for future generations.
In May, the government’s journey into hydrogen mobility in Peninsular Malaysia (Sarawak is ahead in this area) started with the launch of a mobile hydrogen refuelling station (MHRS) pilot project in Putrajaya.
Located in Precinct 2, the MHRS has two containers, the first housing a 90 megapascal (MPa) compressor and two chillers for the compressor and dispenser, and the second holding two storage containers (50 and 90 MPa). The dispenser features two nozzles to handle a full range of FCEVs. Nozzle one is similar in concept and design to a petrol nozzle for internal combustion engine vehicles, and this is used for a vehicle such as the Mirai, with the refuelling process taking less than five minutes.
Nozzle two is used for buses and trucks, and refueling for these vehicle types can be accomplished within 15 minutes. In terms of handling capacity, the MHRS is capable of dispensing 100 kg of hydrogen per day, equivalent to refuelling 20 Mirais. More on the MHRS here and the Toyota Mirai here.
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Give to Abang Jo better, all ampu PMX feet. Whats the point where there is zero refuel station in Peninsular? Stupid politicians no wonder they got booted out of Sabah.
really didnt read huh ? – ” launch of a mobile hydrogen refuelling station (MHRS) pilot project in Putrajaya”
This MHRS is for FCEV trial run around Putrajaya area, which also involves UMW & Petronas. After MOSTI staff have used this car, it’s now JPM staff’s turn.
Naw, PMX deserve a Teluride for getting telur seats in Sabah.
pmx can return the favor by giving them 0% OnG revenue instead of the 40% they keep on asking for.