360 students to benefit as Hyundai Motor Malaysia formalises automotive training collaboration in 2026

KUALA LUIMPUR: Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) has formalised a Collaboration of Cooperation (CoC) with three local automotive training institutions: TVET MARA Masjid Tanah, SLC Auto Academy, and Despark International College (DSIC).

The tie-up is aimed at getting students and educators more aligned with where the industry is actually heading, particularly around EVs, hydrogen vehicles, and advanced driver assistance systems.

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Under the collaboration, HMY will run a 3-day training programme across five separate sessions throughout 2026, with the goal of reaching around 360 students and teachers before the year wraps up.

Ms Jahabarnisa Haja Mohideen, Managing Director of Hyundai Motor Malaysia, said: "Hyundai Motor Malaysia is committed to accelerating the future of mobility while making a meaningful contribution to the communities in which we operate. Our 'Sentiasa Di Sisi Anda' promise extends beyond our customers — it reflects our dedication to supporting local communities and nurturing the next generation. Through this partnership with local academies, we aim to equip young talents with relevant skills and real-world exposure, contributing to the development of a workforce that can stay ahead of industry advancements and help drive the continued growth of Malaysia's automotive sector."

What the programme actually covers

The training content is built around technologies that are already reshaping how vehicles are built, maintained, and driven. Topics covered across the sessions include:

• Vehicular network communication and advanced body electrical
• Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
• Hydrogen fuel cell and FCEV future mobility
• Eco-friendly vehicle systems, safety, and repair

It's a fairly direct response to a real gap in the market: local automotive training programmes haven't always kept pace with how quickly EV and hybrid technology has moved. This collaboration is HMY's way of putting some skin in the game rather than just talking about talent development.

What the academies are saying

Mr Shabudin bin Said, Director of TVET MARA Masjid Tanah, said: "We are honoured to collaborate with Hyundai Motor Malaysia through this strategic partnership. The collaboration strengthens industry engagement for TVET MARA Masjid Tanah, particularly in expertise sharing, latest automotive technology practices, and student placements in the field of Energy Efficient Vehicles (EEV). We believe this initiative will help equip students with industry-relevant skills while contributing to the development of skilled and competitive TVET graduates for Malaysia's automotive industry."

Mr Hananth A/L Parasuraman, Head of Department at SLC Auto Academy, said: "We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Hyundai Motor Malaysia for this strategic collaboration. This partnership marks an important step towards strengthening talent development and technical skills in the automotive field, particularly in producing a high-quality, competent, and industry-ready workforce. We hope this collaboration will bring meaningful benefits to both parties while opening more opportunities for trainees and future generations."

Ms Cherrie Lee Hsian Thoong of Despark International College (DSIC) said: "Today marks a significant milestone for Despark International College as we formalise this collaboration with Hyundai Motor Malaysia through the Certificate of Collaboration (CoC). This partnership reflects our shared vision of bridging academic learning with the evolving needs of the automotive industry. Through this collaboration, we look forward to enhancing industry exposure, knowledge sharing, and workforce development opportunities for students."

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