Prasarana Malaysia Bhd has rolled out 310 new diesel buses under its 2025 Bus Replacement Programme, marking the last diesel-powered addition to its fleet before a full transition to electric buses by 2037. The move is a step toward creating a low-emission public transport system aligned with national sustainability goals.
Manufactured by Higer and assembled in Johor, the new buses meet Euro 5 emission standards and will be gradually introduced on high-demand routes in the Klang Valley and Penang. The local assembly supports job creation, technology transfer, and strengthens the Malaysian automotive ecosystem.
The government has already begun preparing for the electric transition by planning charging infrastructure, technical training, and maintenance capacity. Loke emphasised Prasarana’s alignment with national plans like the National Energy Transition Roadmap and the Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint, and encouraged public-private collaboration to support the move toward sustainable, accessible transport.
