Assembly
Inokom Corporation Sdn. Bhd
Sime Motors’ first assembly plant was the Associated Motors Industries (AMI) plant in Selangor, Malaysia that assembled BMW and Land Rover vehicles in 1982.
In 2004, Sime Motors acquired Inokom assembly plant in Kedah, Malaysia which assembles various Hyundai passenger and commercial vehicles. In 2008, the assembly operations for BMW and Land Rover were then relocated to Inokom. However, the assembly of Land Rover was ceased in 2016. Later in 2011, MINI and Mazda brands were incorporated. Ten years later, Inokom was appointed to assemble Kia vehicles which successfully launched for mass production in 2023.
In 2022, Sime Motors’ vehicle production and assembly facility in Inokom became the first assembly facility for Porsche outside of Europe that assembles Porsche Cayenne model for the domestic market. The assembly then was expanded in 2024 to support the increased production and exports to Thailand.
While in 2023, Inokom entered a partnership with Chery for the local assembly of Chery models in Malaysia and currently assembles the Chery Omoda 5 and Tiggo SUVs.
In 2022, Sime Motors’ vehicle production and assembly facility in Inokom became the first assembly facility for Porsche outside of Europe that assembles Porsche Cayenne model for the domestic market. The assembly then was expanded in 2024 to support the increased production and exports to Thailand.
While in 2023, Inokom entered a partnership with Chery for the local assembly of Chery models in Malaysia and currently assembles the Chery Omoda 5 and Tiggo SUVs.
Modular Operations
Sime Motors’ automotive manufacturing ecosystem is built around a fully integrated modular setup, designed to deliver world-class and high-quality assembly and component solutions including powertrain, body, interior and structural systems. Located in Kulim, Kedah, our modular entities deliver just-in-sequence assemblies that meet rigorous automotive standards while ensuring seamless plant integration and continuous production.
Auto Engineering
Auto Engineering is a manufacturing facility focused on the assembly of high-precision engines and powertrain systems for BMW. The plant delivers fully assembled internal combustion engines and plug-in hybrid electric powertrains, integrating advanced production technologies and engine testing systems. The facility plays a critical role in BMW’s regional supply chain by ensuring that every unit meets global standards for performance, quality and reliability.
Auto Module
Auto Module leads in assembling exterior body systems, supplying high-precision bumper modules, door modules and spoiler assemblies for large-scale production. In 2023, the team successfully delivered bumper modules for the Chery Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8, as well as door modules for the Hyundai Santa Fe. This momentum continued into 2024, with the addition of new models: the Chery Omoda E5, Tiggo 7, Jaecoo J7 and Omoda C9.
Auto Interior
With production capabilities in cockpit modules, floor carpet systems, headliners and center consoles, Auto Interior supports advanced interior solutions tailored to modern automotive demands. In 2023, the team achieved a major milestone with the successful assembly of cockpit modules for the Chery Omoda 5, Tiggo 8 and Hyundai Santa Fe. Continuing this success, 2024 marked the expansion of module supply for the Chery Tiggo 7, Jaecoo J7 and upcoming premium interiors under the Omoda and Jaecoo marques.
Lead Engineering
Lead Engineering supports vehicle programmes through the critical assembly of structural and drivetrain systems, including exhaust modules, fuel tank systems, axle and corner modules, wheel assemblies and complete powerplant assemblies. In 2023, Lead Engineering supported key Hyundai and Chery platforms. In 2024, it commenced module assembly for Chery’s next-generation SUV platforms - Jaecoo J7, Tiggo 7 and Omoda E5, delivering safety-critical modules with reliability and consistency.
OUR OTHER BUSINESSES
View Sitemap
