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Nex Point creates EV tie-up with Dayun
Business, Published on 27/05/2024
» Thailand's eco-car segment is likely to face stronger competition from electric vehicle makers as Nex Point Plc, a local assembler of commercial EVs, has teamed up with a Chinese EV maker to embark on a new investment in small EVs.
Group seeks gain from US-China trade war
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/05/2024
» The US recently imposed very high tariffs on Chinese products, notably electric vehicles and semiconductors, which will cause China to concentrate on expanding its EV manufacturing within Asia, with Thailand poised to become a key export hub, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Calls to rekindle 'red car' service in Chiang Mai
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/05/2024
» Chiang Mai tourism operators are urging the local government to help revive the transport service provided by the province's iconic rot daeng ("red cars") as more passengers have switched to other forms of transport.
Minister opens door to World Cup bid
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/05/2024
» Thailand can still consider bidding for future Fifa World Cups, banking on its credibility as host of Southeast Asia’s first Fifa World Congress later this month, says new Tourism and Sports Minister Sermsak Pongpanit.
Call to renew levy on tourists
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 02/05/2024
» Tourism operators are urging the new tourism minister to resume the plan to collect a 300-baht fee from tourists because it is not considered an obstacle to arrivals.
Nex Point looks to Asean's growing EV market
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/04/2024
» The global campaign against carbon dioxide emissions is not only benefiting electric vehicle sales in Thailand, but also fuelling EV growth in Southeast Asia.
Tour bus firms call for long-term plan on diesel prices
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 13/04/2024
» Tour bus operators are urging the government to clarify the long-term policy for diesel prices as most operators have to absorb higher costs during the Songkran holiday, as many cannot afford to replace their fleet with electric buses.