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How to get around Bangkok without using the trains
Published on 06/08/2025
» While Bangkok's three electric rail systems -- BTS, MRT and the Airport Rail Link - are often the most convenient way to travel, they come with drawbacks: relatively high fares and crowded conditions during rush hours. Here are alternative transport options that may suit different needs:
Tax shift props up the auto industry
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 02/08/2025
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra said during a recent conference that the government should impose a high excise tax on imported electric vehicles (EVs) that use a low proportion of local content.
Bangkok Launches Five New Electric Shuttle Routes
Published on 21/07/2025
» Bangkok, June 23, 2025 – The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is expanding its “BMA Feeder” electric shuttle bus service with the launch of five new routes on 1 July 2025, as part of efforts to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality in the capital.
Flat fare a good start
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/07/2025
» The 20-baht flat fare for electric trains that will run from Oct 1 this year to Sept 30 next year is a welcome move to ease the cost of living for city commuters.
King Gen to Launch Farizon EV Vans in Thailand
Published on 18/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 17, 2025 – King Gen Public Company Limited (KGEN) is making bold moves to expand its business portfolio, with plans to secure exclusive rights to import and distribute Farizon, a new energy commercial vehicle brand under the Geely Holding Group, in Thailand. The company aims to introduce Farizon’s smart, sustainable electric vehicle solutions to the Thai market, with a strong focus on environmental impact, safety, and innovation.
Thailand's fuel consumption ticks up y/y in Q1
Published on 16/05/2025
» Thailand's fuel consumption rose by 1.3% year-on-year to 158.6 million litres per day (MLD) in the first quarter, with diesel and gasohol usage falling, in line with economic circumstances in early 2025, says the Department of Energy Business.
Spain slowly returning to normal after crippling blackout
Published on 29/04/2025
» MADRID — Spain and Portugal were returning to some semblance of normality early Tuesday, with many questions remaining about what caused one of Europe’s worst blackouts in years across the Iberian peninsula the previous day.
BMTA to replace fleet with EVs
News, Published on 20/04/2025
» The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) will replace its natural gas-powered (NGV) buses with electric-powered (EV) air-conditioned buses, with the first batch of 500 EV buses set for delivery this year.
Phuket gets two open-top EV buses
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 27/03/2025
» Phuket will launch two 18-seat open-top EV buses to promote tourism.
PM makes the Shinawatra name her own
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 10/03/2025
» Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former prime minister Thaksin, became the youngest politician, at the age of 37, and second woman following in the footsteps of her aunt Yingluck, to hold the position of premier.