KUALA LUMPUR: Lepas Malaysia has partnered with internationally acclaimed Malaysian fashion designer Karl Ho.
Marking one of its first initiatives in the country, the Chinese automaker's new partnership creates bespoke baju raya for children from Pertubuhan Baitul Asnaf Sendayan, Yayasan Kasih Sayang Kuala Pilah, and Pusat Jagaan Anak Yatim Kausar Senawang.
The initiative reflects Lepas’ belief that mobility is not solely about movement, but about enabling progress and uplifting communities.
Each garment, tailored specially for the children, represents dignity, confidence and the joy of belonging during the festive season.
Rooted in the meaning of its name, the Malay word Lepas, signifying setting free and moving forward.
The brand’s philosophy to LEAP underscores its broader mission: to inspire individuals to move beyond limitations and embrace future possibilities.
“As we prepare to introduce Lepas to Malaysia, it was important that our first steps reflect what we stand for,” said Lepas Malaysia senior brand director Sarah Choo.
“We are building more than a mobility brand. We are building a brand that embodies the Malaysian spirit of uplifting one another.”
For Karl Ho, the collaboration reinforces the responsibility of design to inspire confidence.
“True elevation begins at home,” he said. “Through this partnership with Lepas, we are using bespoke craftsmanship not only to create festive garments, but to instill pride and aspiration in the next generation. When a child wears something made especially for them, it strengthens their belief in their own potential.”
The brand’s SUV (sport utility vehicle) lineup comprising the L4, L6 and L8, is built on Chery Group’s all-new global NEV (new energy vehicle) platform.
The platform is engineered to support multiple vehicle sizes and diverse powertrains, including internal combustion, hybrid and fully electric systems.
Globally, Lepas is expanding its footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia, building momentum as an emerging player in the NEV segment.
Malaysia represents one of the early right-hand-drive markets in its regional growth strategy.
