Zurich Malaysia has introduced Z-Driver EV Protect, a comprehensive insurance and takaful benefits designed exclusively for electric vehicle (EV) owners. This new offering enhances car insurance and takaful protection to cover EV batteries, home wall chargers, portable charging accessories, and more. With an affordable add-on premium/contribution of just RM120*, Z-Driver EV Protect delivers targeted coverage tailored to the unique needs of EV owners.
“EV owners face a unique set of risks that go beyond traditional motor insurance and takaful. Z-Driver EV Protect is designed to address these concerns, offering practical coverage that reflects how EVs are used today. It’s part of our commitment to making protection more relevant, accessible, and aligned with our customers’ evolving lifestyles,” said Foo Chuen Hou, Chief Distribution Officer, General Segment of Zurich Malaysia.
Key benefits* of Z-Driver EV Protect include:
• Home wall charger coverage up to RM15,000
• Personal liability while charging up to RM50,000
• Portable charging cable coverage up to RM2,000
• Compassionate allowance for incidents at public charging stations up to RM20,000
• Optional enhanced special perils protection, including battery damage due to water ingress from insured events
These benefits complement existing Z-Driver features, such as unlimited towing in the event of battery depletion, giving EV drivers greater confidence, peace of mind, and protection for every journey.
Furthering this commitment to sustainable mobility, Zurich Malaysia has collaborated with Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari), to support greater awareness and visibility of EV charging infrastructure nationwide. Through this collaboration, Zurich Malaysia has extended its brand presence to 13 EV charging stations at high-footfall destinations, including Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, KLIA2 Gateway, The Gardens Mall, Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru, Gamuda Gardens, Putrajaya Sentral, and more.
“Reliable charging infrastructure plays a pivotal role in enabling more Malaysians to embrace electric mobility. Our collaboration with Gentari is not just about increasing the number of chargers, it’s about helping to build a more connected and confident EV ecosystem. Sustainability must be practical, customer-focused, and accessible,” said Teresa Wong, Chief Risk Officer – General Segment and Head of Sustainability Risk of Zurich Malaysia.
Aliah Nasreen Abdullah, Chief Customer Officer of Gentari Green Mobility, echoed this sentiment, saying, “Gentari is committed to creating a robust green mobility ecosystem in Malaysia, and our collaboration with Zurich Malaysia is another step in that direction. Together, we’re expanding the availability of EV chargers and enhancing the entire ownership experience, making it easier, safer, and more accessible for drivers to transition to clean mobility.”
The collaboration with Gentari, a leading clean energy solutions provider, supports Zurich Malaysia’s goal of building a more sustainable future by addressing one of the main barriers to EV adoption, convenient and reliable charging infrastructure.
