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Chinese EV makers urged to use parts made in Thailand
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/07/2024
» The Industry Ministry is requesting Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers assemble their EVs with at least 40% of parts sourced locally in a move to support the automotive supply chain in Thailand.
GAC Aion upbeat on EV market prospects
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/07/2024
» GAC Aion New Energy Automobile, an electric vehicle manufacturer under Guangzhou Automobile Corporation (GAC), expects to gain benefits from the continual growth of Thailand's EV market, following the recent opening of a 2.3-billion-baht EV assembly plant in Rayong.
Risk appetite improves as US rate-cut hopes rise
Business, Published on 13/07/2024
» RECAP: Most Asian stock markets struggled for direction yesterday, but were set to post weekly gains as risk sentiment got a boost after a surprisingly soft US inflation data fuelled bets for a September interest-rate cut.
Honda to end vehicle production at Ayutthaya plant
Published on 09/07/2024
» Honda Automobile (Thailand) says it plans to stop making cars at its Ayutthaya factory and consolidate all assembly at an expanded Prachin Buri facility to enhance its competitiveness in the electric vehicle (EV) segment.
EV insurance in the driver's seat
Published on 08/07/2024
» Electric vehicle insurance has emerged as a crucial factor that could shape the future of Thailand's burgeoning EV industry.
Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand to develop B2.8bn estate with Hermes
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/07/2024
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) has joined hands with industrial estate developer Hermes Cooperation Co to co-develop a new estate to support S-curve industries with a budget of 2.8 billion baht.
Thai car buyers' preferences shifting
Business, Published on 28/06/2024
» Thai consumers' interest in purchasing battery electric vehicles (BEVs) has declined over the past year, while hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have emerged as strong contenders, almost on par with BEVs, a survey by the multinational consultancy Deloitte shows.
Perks to cover battery refurbishment
Published on 18/06/2024
» Thailand continues to fuel the growth of its electric vehicle supply chain, with the latest investment incentives focusing on the repair and refurbishment of used EV batteries, says the Board of Investment (BoI).
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".
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.