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Changan ramps up battery EV production in Thailand
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/01/2026
» Chinese electric vehicle maker Changan Automobile is gearing up to launch the second phase of its battery electric vehicle (BEV) production in Thailand in the first quarter of 2026, reinforcing its ambitions in one of Southeast Asia's fastest‑growing EV markets.
Prices of BEVs set to rise next year
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/12/2025
» The prices of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Thailand are expected to rise by an average of 200,000 baht next year, following the expiration of the government's EV3.0 incentive scheme, a move that could dampen domestic demand for BEVs, which has grown steadily over recent years, warns the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT).
Thai industry jittery over US tariff rules
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/10/2025
» Thailand's manufacturing sector is struggling to deal with challenges raised by US tariff rules on Thai imports, even as the rate was cut significantly in early August.
Changan bullish on output amid push for exports
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/10/2025
» Chinese electric vehicle maker Changan Automobile expects to produce 10,000 battery EVs at its factory in Rayong this year, paving the way for exports in 2026.
Chinese EV maker to ramp up Thailand presence
News, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/05/2025
» China's state-owned Changan Automobile is looking to establish a research and development centre for right-hand-drive electric vehicles (EVs) and a regional office in Thailand.
Is the EV sector losing its drive?
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/04/2025
» Whether the number of locally made electric vehicles (EVs) increases year-on-year remains murky as domestic car sales have slumped since the start of the year.
EV firms seek easing of manufacturing conditions
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/10/2024
» The National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee will be asked to consider easing EV manufacturing requirements by allowing manufacturers, notably Chinese EV makers, to reduce their production output due to sluggish car sales, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Matching event tallies B2.8bn value
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/09/2024
» The recent Subcon Thailand in Chon Buri, a business matching event, has generated 2.8 billion baht in trade value, mainly in the automotive industry, as 669 businesses matched, says the Board of Investment (BoI).
Changan to open Thai EV factory next March
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/08/2024
» Changan Automobile’s first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in Southeast Asia is set to open in Thailand in the first quarter of next year, with a total investment budget exceeding 10 billion baht.
Chinese EV makers urged to use locally sourced parts
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/07/2024
» 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.