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Commercial EVs picked to propel Thai boom
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/04/2026
» Thailand's battery electric vehicle (BEV) market is expected to gain significant momentum this year, with sales projected to surpass 120,000 units partially due to soaring oil prices, says the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT).
Oil turmoil speeds up Thailand's electric shift
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/04/2026
» Banks and car buyers are increasingly shifting towards battery electric vehicles (BEVs) as surging oil prices, fuelled by Middle East tensions, reshape Thailand's auto market, says Ford Thailand.
Fuel crisis powers surge in EV interest in Asia
Reuters, Published on 01/04/2026
» Motorists across the Asia-Pacific region are switching to electric vehicles at a rapid pace, as rising fuel costs due to the Middle East war force consumers and companies to reconsider their reliance on petrol and diesel vehicles.
Ekniti outlines new policy approach
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/04/2026
» Any attempt to keep energy prices artificially low, in defiance of market mechanisms, could trigger a double whammy within the country, says Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Thai private investment stabilises despite global risks
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 31/03/2026
» The Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) remains concerned that the war in the Middle East and volatility in the baht exchange rate could adversely affect the Thai economy, despite imports of capital goods rising by nearly 44% in February compared with the same period last year, reflecting continued expansion in private sector investment.
Japanese ICE still leads Thai drivers as EVs struggle
Business, Published on 31/03/2026
» Japanese car giants are holding firm in Thai satisfaction stakes as electric vehicle (EV) growing pains emerge.
Energy wake-up call
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk and Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 30/03/2026
» Business leaders are calling for the government to study long-term energy security strategies to reduce reliance on imported energy and expand access to renewable sources in the wake of the ongoing crisis stemming from war in the Middle East.
Easing of fuel subsidies sparks winners and losers among stocks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 27/03/2026
» Thailand's move to rein in petrol price subsidies is likely to reshape sector dynamics, with fuel retailers emerging as key beneficiaries, while the transport, retail and tourism sectors face rising cost pressures, analysts say.
Malaysia cuts subsidised fuel quotas on global oil price surge
Bloomberg News, Published on 26/03/2026
» KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia’s government will cut subsidised allocations for its most popular fuel from April as it seeks to curb leakages and relieve fiscal pressure from a surge in oil prices owing to the Middle East conflict.
Grab eyes growth amid fuel crunch
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 25/03/2026
» Grab Thailand is bracing for a "mini-crisis" due to rising fuel costs, with a contingency plan to introduce passenger surcharges while sustaining aggressive promotions to maintain demand and merchant income, particularly as more people work from home.