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EV startup files for bankruptcy
Published on 18/06/2024
» BENGALURU - American electric vehicle (EV) maker Fisker filed for bankruptcy protection late on Monday as deal talks with a big automaker collapsed, exposing the startup to the fallout of a rapid cash burn to deliver its 'Ocean' SUVs in the United States and Europe.
FTI urges auto parts producers to diversify
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/06/2024
» Local auto parts manufacturers are being urged to adapt to the technological disruption caused by electric vehicles (EVs) and transition to the production of medical devices, which are expected to have a promising business future, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Addressing the skills gap
Published on 17/06/2024
» Recent decisions by two Japanese automakers to close their plants in Thailand affect the country's standing as a leading global car producer, once dubbed the "Detroit of Asia".
Association sees uptick in used car market
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 14/06/2024
» The used car market is expected to grow in the latter half of this year as financial service providers may ease the lending criteria for prospective buyers, following discussions regarding the stringent loan conditions, says the Association of Used Car.
Proton unveils made-in-Malaysia EV brand
Published on 13/06/2024
» Proton, the Malaysian carmaker backed by the Chinese automaker Geely, has unveiled the country’s first homemade electric vehicle brand.
Chinese EV makers' price wars will sow doubts over quality
South China Morning Post, Published on 13/06/2024
» BEIJING - Price competition among Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers abroad is not sustainable since consumers will start to doubt the quality and reliability of the cars if they are frequently discounted, according to Bain & Co.
Chinese EVs face new tariffs in Europe
Published on 12/06/2024
» BRUSSELS - The European Union is preparing to apply additional duties of up to 38.1% on imported Chinese electric vehicles starting next month, a move likely to draw possible retaliation from China.
PM not worried by Suzuki Motor exodus
Published on 08/06/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed confidence that other auto manufacturers will not withdraw their production bases from Thailand, following the decision of Suzuki Motor Corporation to do so.
Premium cars cannot avoid plunge in sales
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/06/2024
» The decline in domestic car sales is having a broad impact on the automotive industry, even dampening the premium car segment, which typically resists downturns in consumer spending, according to Mercedes-Benz (Thailand).
Suzuki to stop making cars in Thailand to focus on EV shift
Bloomberg News, Published on 07/06/2024
» Suzuki Motor Corp will halt production of cars and trucks in Thailand by the end of next year to focus resources on producing electric and hybrid vehicles elsewhere, the company said Friday.