GEORGE TOWN, Malaysia, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuhu Car Care has expanded its presence in Malaysia from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, with three stores opening simultaneously in the northern state. Following the establishment of its operations in Kuala Lumpur and the commencement of trial operations, the Penang expansion marks another milestone in the company's development in the Malaysian market and its broader overseas expansion strategy.

The expansion reflects Tuhu Car Care's efforts to develop a multi-city automotive service network in Malaysia, bringing its integrated online-to-offline service model to more consumers while adapting its operations to local driving conditions and market needs.

At the Penang launch, Vincent Chen, Regional Head of Tuhu Car Care Malaysia, said: "Penang represents a strategic step forward in our commitment to serving Malaysian consumers. By expanding beyond Kuala Lumpur, we're demonstrating our long-term dedication to making quality automotive services accessible across the country. Our focus remains on understanding local driving conditions and delivering transparent, convenient solutions that meet the real needs of Malaysian motorists."

With its expansion into Penang, Tuhu Car Care is bringing its online-to-offline automotive service model to local consumers. Consumers can purchase automotive products such as tyres, engine oil and batteries through its online platform and make service appointments before visiting stores for installation, maintenance and other services. The company also provides product authenticity guarantees through direct sourcing from brands.

From Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Tuhu Car Care previously established operations in Kuala Lumpur and surrounding areas. During the trial-operation period, the company gained initial market experience through its online appointment system, product selection, transparent pricing and in-store services.

Penang provides a significant market for automotive services. According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, 92.0% of households in Penang owned a car in 2024, broadly in line with the national figure of 92.3%. Malaysia also recorded 870,300 new registrations of four-wheeled vehicles in 2025, including 759,100 passenger vehicles, according to statistics from the Road Transport Department (JPJ) and the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA).

One of Tuhu Car Care's Penang stores is located near George Town's historic city centre, which was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2008, bringing the company's automotive services closer to local residents and areas frequented by visitors.

Tuhu Car Care currently operates more than 20 stores in Malaysia. With the simultaneous opening of three stores in Penang, the company has expanded its presence beyond Kuala Lumpur into another major Malaysian city.

Looking ahead, Tuhu Car Care will continue to expand its presence across Malaysia and enter additional cities based on local consumers' driving habits and market demand.

Tuhu Car Care and Continental Introduce Three New Tyre Products

Alongside its Penang expansion, Tuhu Car Care and Continental have jointly introduced three new tyre products in Malaysia: XC7, TC7 and TC Gold Plus.

The products are designed around Malaysian driving conditions, including frequent rainfall and the needs of motorists with high daily and long-distance driving mileage.

• XC7: Designed for daily urban and long-distance driving, with an emphasis on wet-road performance.
• TC7: Focuses on everyday driving, balancing wet-road grip and durability for frequent commuters.
• TC Gold Plus: Designed for commuting and long-distance travel, with a focus on handling, ride comfort and wet-road performance.

According to industry research by Malaysian automotive platform Motorist Malaysia, many Malaysian drivers clock 20,000–30,000 kilometres annually, placing importance on tyre handling, ride comfort and wet-road braking.

The three products are being launched exclusively through Tuhu Car Care's Malaysian channels. The companies aim to combine global tyre technologies with an understanding of local driving conditions to provide products suited to Malaysian motorists.

For Tuhu Car Care, the opening of three stores in Penang marks a milestone in its overseas business as it progresses from establishing operations in Kuala Lumpur to developing a multi-city presence in Malaysia.

Through its integrated online-to-offline model, supply chain capabilities, product authenticity guarantees and standardized in-store services, Tuhu Car Care aims to provide more consumers with a simpler, more transparent and convenient automotive maintenance experience.

The company will continue to expand into additional Malaysian cities based on consumer needs and market demand.

About Tuhu Car Care

Tuhu Car Care is an automotive service provider committed to delivering transparent, convenient and quality vehicle maintenance solutions. Through its integrated online-to-offline model, the company enables consumers to purchase automotive products and book services digitally before receiving installation and maintenance services through its network of stores.