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DUP/Thai auto sector frets over planned US tariffs
Published on 28/03/2025
» The US's announcement of a 25% tariff on automobiles has triggered fresh concerns over the sluggish Thai automotive industry as analysts worry about the short-term impact and long-term export uncertainties.
BYD sales pass $100 billion, topping Tesla
Published on 25/03/2025
» Sales of BYD last year surpassed $100 billion, leapfrogging rival Tesla, as the Chinese auto giant wows consumers with a range of electric and hybrid cars packed with high-tech features.
BYD jumps to record after unveiling 5-minute EV battery
Bloomberg News, Published on 18/03/2025
» HONG KONG — BYD (Build Your Dreams) Co shares jumped to an intra-day record after unveiling a line-up of electric vehicles (EVs) supported by ultra-fast-charging that the Chinese automaker says will allow them to charge almost as fast as it takes to refuel a regular car.
Tesla owners sour on Musk's venture into US politics
AFP, Published on 27/02/2025
» WASHINGTON — Tom Blackburn was so proud of his Tesla, he even bought one in bright red to stand out. But with company CEO Elon Musk's foray into US politics, he's sworn never to buy from the electric carmaker again.
BYD to add autopilot system in EVs
Published on 11/02/2025
» SHANGHAI — Build Your Dreams (BYD) plans to offer an autopilot system in nearly all its cars, making autonomous driving affordable to all mainland Chinese customers as the world's largest electric-vehicle (EV) maker seeks a competitive edge in an escalating price war.
Thai EV sales could jump 40% in 2025
Reuters, Published on 31/01/2025
» Thailand is bracing for an extended electric vehicle (EV) price war triggered by a surge in local production from Chinese car makers, a move likely to deal a further blow to a domestic auto industry already struggling with tumbling sales, industry experts said.
Modest growth likely for Thai vehicle production in 2025
Published on 13/12/2024
» Thailand's automotive sector continues to face significant economic and financial headwinds as of the third quarter of 2024.
Xiaomi teases Tesla-like SUV for summer in big EV expansion
Bloomberg News, Published on 10/12/2024
» SHANGHAI — Xiaomi Corporation showed off a new sport utility vehicle (SUV) it plans to sell around the summer of 2025, intensifying an effort to take on Tesla Incorporated and BYD (Build Your Dreams) Company in the world's biggest electric vehicle (EV) arena.
EV makers mull forgoing subsidies
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/12/2024
» Many electric vehicle manufacturers are considering forgoing subsidies under the state's EV incentive scheme as the automotive industry remains sluggish, causing them to adjust production plans, says the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT).
China's EV sector reaches 10 million production milestone, overcapacity fears deepen
South China Morning Post, Published on 15/11/2024
» China's electric vehicle (EV) sector reached yet another milestone as annual production volume surpassed the 10-million-unit threshold amid mounting worries about overcapacity.