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Thai EV sales set to be boosted by trade-in incentive
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/04/2026
» The Thai automotive industry is expected to benefit from the government's proposed car trade-in policy, which Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) says will stimulate sales, strengthen supply chains, and accelerate the country's push towards carbon neutrality.
Thai manufacturers to get new assistance package
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/04/2026
» Newly appointed Industry Minister Varawut Silpa-archa has vowed to help Thai manufacturers weather the impact of geopolitical conflict and rising energy costs, while steering the country's industrial sector towards greener, more sustainable practices under the government's bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic model.
Toyota to chat with authorities on oil, power
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/04/2026
» Toyota Motor Thailand is preparing to hold talks with the new government on oil and electricity policies, as surging energy prices weigh heavily on consumers considering car purchases.
Call for fuel tax cut as crisis mounts
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/03/2026
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has called on the government to introduce urgent measures, including a possible excise tax reduction on fuel, to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) cope with escalating operating costs driven by surging global crude oil prices.
Call for urgent action to tackle rural oil shortage
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/03/2026
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has called on the government to intervene in support of oil middlemen, known locally as "jobbers", who are struggling to secure supplies from refineries, resulting in a shortage affecting industrial and agricultural sectors, as well as smaller filling stations not affiliated with major retail brands.
FTI eyes 1.5m auto units as domestic demand increases
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/01/2026
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has announced a vehicle manufacturing target of 1.5 million units for 2026, a modest increase from 1.45 million units last year, driven by expectations of stronger domestic demand and growing production of battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Vietnam building boom a boon for BMP
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/11/2025
» The growing plastic pipes and fittings industry in Vietnam is providing strong momentum for Binh Minh Plastics Joint Stock Co (BMP), a subsidiary of Siam Cement Group (SCG), which is positioning itself to meet rising demand by expanding high value-added and environmentally friendly products in the domestic market.
Ferrari offers luxury hybrid car locally
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/11/2025
» Italian automaker Ferrari has launched its first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) in Southeast Asia, choosing the Thai market for its debut, just as the government prepares to impose a higher rate of excise tax on cars, including luxury supercars, from 2026.
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.