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FTI urges auto parts producers to diversify
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/06/2024
» Local auto parts manufacturers are being urged to adapt to the technological disruption caused by electric vehicles (EVs) and transition to the production of medical devices, which are expected to have a promising business future, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Addressing the skills gap
Published on 17/06/2024
» Recent decisions by two Japanese automakers to close their plants in Thailand affect the country's standing as a leading global car producer, once dubbed the "Detroit of Asia".
Europe, US 'fearful' of Chinese EVs
Bloomberg News, Published on 07/06/2024
» CHONGQING - Foreign countries are “afraid” of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), BYD (Build Your Dreams) Co Chairman Wang Chuanfu said in a swipe at European and United States efforts to constrain imports of China-made cars.
Carmakers flag difficult year on costs, muted EV demand
Bloomberg News, Published on 09/05/2024
» PORTLAND - Automakers across Europe and Asia are warning of a challenging year as rising costs and waning demand for electric vehicles (EVs) weigh on profits.
Battery vs hydrogen in the race to zero emissions
Published on 03/05/2024
» Automotive leaders' current focus on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicles (HICEVs) might seem like the main event. However, it's merely the opening act of a much grander arena: the fight against climate change.
Car firms warned of new Australia rule
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/04/2024
» Auto exports to Australia may be affected by a new trade barrier expected to be imposed on new cars shipped to the country next year, warns the Thai Automotive Industry Association (TAIA).
Honda-GM fuel cell venture ramps up
Published on 25/01/2024
» BROWNSTOWN, Michigan - General Motors and Honda have begun shipping fuel cell power systems to customers from a factory near Detroit, in a new test of whether hydrogen power technology for cars can achieve mass-market success.
Toyota chief says battery EV potential limited
Published on 23/01/2024
» Toyota Motor Corp chairman Akio Toyoda believes the market share of battery electric vehicles will reach 30% at most, with the rest taken up by hybrids, hydrogen fuel cell and fuel-burning cars.
Record sales help Toyota keep global crown
Published on 27/12/2023
» TOKYO - Toyota Motor Corp is poised to keep its title as the world’s best-selling carmaker, beating Volkswagen for the fourth consecutive year after steady demand across North America and Europe helped sales and production reach new records in November.
Daihatsu suspends all production in Japan
AFP, Published on 26/12/2023
» TOKYO - The Japanese carmaker Daihatsu has suspended all its domestic production as the Toyota-owned company faces a massive safety testing scandal.