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Neta Auto banks on new investors
Published on 15/05/2025
» A new investor group is expected to take over debt-ridden Neta Auto, looking to revive the Chinese battery electric vehicle (BEV) maker in China and Thailand, says the head of the local subsidiary.
Chinese EV maker to ramp up Thailand presence
News, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/05/2025
» China's state-owned Changan Automobile is looking to establish a research and development centre for right-hand-drive electric vehicles (EVs) and a regional office in Thailand.
Ford sees $1.5 billion tariff hit this year, suspends 2025 forecast
AFP, Published on 06/05/2025
» NEW YORK — Ford reported a 65% drop in first-quarter profits Monday, citing a near-term drag on auto sales from new vehicle launches, as it withdrew its forecast amid tariff uncertainty.
Thai auto output to dip below 1.4m
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 30/04/2025
» Thailand's total car manufacturing this year is likely to fall short of the industry's initial target of 1.5 million units due to the impact of Washington's tariff policy, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Tax changes for plug-in hybrid EVs approved
Published on 29/04/2025
» The Thai cabinet has approved tax changes expected to encourage purchases of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), effective from Jan 1 next year.
BYD breaks ground on Cambodia plant
Published on 29/04/2025
» The Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has broken ground on a new assembly plant in Cambodia, as it continues to expand production in Southeast Asia, according to local media reports.
Thailand car production drops 6.1% in March
Reuters, Published on 29/04/2025
» Car production in Thailand dropped in March for a 20th successive month but at a slower pace as domestic sales improved, but auto exports posted a bigger decline, an industry group said on Tuesday.
GWM devises plan for diesel cars in Rayong
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/04/2025
» China-based GWM (Great Wall Motor) International, which spent several billion baht developing a Thai electric vehicle (EV) factory, is adjusting its business strategy, including a plan to produce more diesel-fuelled cars, in response to economic uncertainties in Thailand and overseas.
Geely distributor mulls parts venture
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/04/2025
» Thonburi Neustern Co, the distributor of electric vehicles (EVs) under the Geely brand, is planning to strengthen the Chinese EV maker's position in Thailand through new investment, starting with the development of an auto parts centre.
Firms call for greater EV incentives
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 17/04/2025
» The state tax exemption for companies buying commercial electric vehicles should promote EV usage, but more measures are needed to speed up the transition to eco-friendly vehicles, say companies in the sector.