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Mercedes-Benz accelerates shift to EVs
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/02/2026
» Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) expects the domestic electric vehicle (EV) market to gain momentum under the government's new car tax policy set to take effect in 2026, aimed at promoting cleaner energy.
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.
Japanese firms pledge to maintain pickup capacity
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/12/2025
» Japanese automakers Isuzu and Toyota have vowed to maintain pickup manufacturing capacity in Thailand and continue purchasing auto parts, despite a sharp decline in domestic sales, aiming to shield parts suppliers from financial strain.
Carmakers demand stimulus
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/11/2025
» The country's leading carmakers are pressing the government for stronger support measures as the Thailand International Motor Expo kicks off, warning that promises of higher sales alone are inadequate to shield the industry from mounting challenges, including the severe impact of floods in the South.
Floods, slow recovery add to woes of car industry
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/11/2025
» Thailand's automotive industry faces mounting challenges as severe floods in the South threaten to disrupt domestic car sales and delay economic recovery during the remainder of this year, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
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.
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.
Car production suffers sharp downturn
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/08/2025
» The Thai automotive industry has remained sluggish so far in 2025 as total car production fell by 5.73% year-on-year during the first seven months, affecting employment among car manufacturing plants, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Thais on course to buy 100,000 battery electric vehicles in 2025
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/08/2025
» Domestic sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) should reach 100,000 units this year, with Japanese automakers likely to produce BEVs to compete with Chinese rivals, says MG Sales (Thailand).
Omoda & Jaecoo vows to expand Thai investment
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/07/2025
» Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) is planning to spend more money in a bid to stimulate sales of EVs amid the sluggish automotive market in Thailand.