Previously, we talked about how to prep your EV for the upcoming SoyaCincau EV Clinic Track Edition at Sepang happening this Sunday, covering tyres, brakes, helmets, even the right shoes. One reader also pointed out another good habit, which is to fit your tow hook before heading out. If your car has those little screw-in covers, pop it in. If something happens on track, marshals can recover your car faster and without scratching up your bumper.
But once you’ve ticked off the prep list, the real question is what happens when you actually send your EV around Sepang. This is where the circuit stops being just a backdrop and starts being the teacher.
Long straights, instant torque
EVs are known for their shove off the line, but you rarely get to hold your foot down past a few seconds on the road. At Sepang you have 920 metres of main straight to find out if that acceleration is just a one-hit wonder or if it keeps pulling. Numbers like 3.4 seconds to 100 or 650 Nm of torque stop being abstract and turn into the feeling of your head pinned back against the headrest.
Corners that don’t lie
Big battery packs mean big weight, and there’s no way around it. Sepang’s 15 corners are where that weight shows. Into Turn 1 and 2 you’re stomping on the brakes and rotating the car into a tight entry. Then you get to Turn 5 and 6, fast sweepers that load up the suspension. This is where you’ll find out if your EV feels sorted or if it leans like a double-storey Myvi. Tyres, damping, and chassis tuning all get exposed in these few seconds.
Brakes that stay consistent
On public roads, regen feels like a neat trick, slowing you down without touching the pads. On track, it’s not the headline. When you’re hammering the brakes into Turn 1 from 180 km/h, it’s the hydraulic system doing almost all the work.
What matters here is consistency. Some EVs blend regen and physical braking so smoothly the pedal feels the same every lap. Others can feel a bit vague, especially if the car cuts back regen as the battery heats up or if the state of charge is high. You won’t care how many kilowatts are being clawed back. Instead, what you’ll notice is whether the pedal inspires confidence lap after lap, or if it makes you second-guess your braking points.
Heat is the hidden boss fight
Our weather doesn’t forgive poor cooling systems. Humid air, high ambient temps, repeated hard driving, it all adds up. After a few hot laps you’ll see which cars can hold full power and which quietly dial it back to protect themselves. Night sessions at the EV Clinic help keep things cooler, but it’s still a proper stress test for thermal management.
A safe space to push, not pose
You don’t need a racing licence to drive at Sepang, just your normal one. The difference is that here you have wide run-offs, proper marshals, medical staff and no motorbikes weaving across lanes. That means you can actually try things like late braking or flat-out launches without the usual risks. In other words, this is where you stop posing with torque numbers and actually feel them.
But remember, this is not a race. It’s about experiencing your EV in a safe, controlled environment.
Quick Recap: SoyaCincau EV Clinic Track Edition
Date: Sunday, 28 September 2025
Location: Sepang International Circuit, South Paddock
Schedule:
5:45 PM – Registration opens
6:30 PM – Parade briefing
7:30 PM – Parade Lap & EV Taxi Rides
8:00 PM – Track Session 1 (2 hours)
10:00 PM – Track Session 2 (2 hours)
12:00 AM – Event ends
Activities include:
- EV Track Day sessions (with optional driver coaching)
- Parade Lap
- EV Taxi Rides (Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, Tesla Model Y Performance, Proton e.MAS 7, MG Cyberster)
- Battery Health Check by Autel
- Free DC charging on-site by EVC
- Partner showcases from Trapo, Sparklin, Tesmods, and FTuned Racing
Slots are limited, and early bird pricing is still open for the first 20 EVs. If you haven’t registered yet, you still can. Registrations close on the 27th of September 2025 (Saturday). This is Malaysia’s first EV-only track day, and it’s the perfect chance to stretch your EV’s legs in the safest, most exciting environment possible.
Whether you’re here to push your EV on track, join the parade, or simply experience the thrill of Sepang as a passenger, the SoyaCincau EV Clinic Track Edition is the place to be.
Slots are limited, and early bird packages are only available for the first 20 EVs, so don’t wait too long. Registrations close on the 27th of September 2025 (Saturday).
Below is the link to register via Google Form. Simply select the activities you wish to join and calculate the total amount payable. Payment should then be made via bank transfer to Maybank – 5642 5856 9765, after which you are required to upload the payment receipt in the Google Form to complete your registration.
📝 Registration: https://forms.gle/KrjgsMgfth9LkEjn8
📲 Enquiries: WhatsApp +60 3-3310 0030 (RKMD)
