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INSIGHT: Low resale value threat to leasing model behind Europe's EV drive
Published on 13/08/2024
» LONDON - Low resale values for electric cars have pushed the leasing firms that drive Europe's auto market to double prices over the last three years and some are threatening to quit the business altogether if regulators force them to go electric too fast, industry executives say.
High-spec Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupe launched in Thailand
Published on 24/07/2024
» Porsche has introduced its new Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupe, the ASEAN-built Porsche that offers Thai customers higher specifications as well as more attractive pricing.
Honda to end vehicle production at Ayutthaya plant
Published on 09/07/2024
» Honda Automobile (Thailand) says it plans to stop making cars at its Ayutthaya factory and consolidate all assembly at an expanded Prachin Buri facility to enhance its competitiveness in the electric vehicle (EV) segment.
Thai car buyers' preferences shifting
Business, Published on 28/06/2024
» Thai consumers' interest in purchasing battery electric vehicles (BEVs) has declined over the past year, while hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have emerged as strong contenders, almost on par with BEVs, a survey by the multinational consultancy Deloitte shows.
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.
China offers subsidies for car trade-ins
Published on 26/04/2024
» BEIJING - China will give a one-time subsidy of up to 10,000 yuan (US$1,380 or 50,000 baht) to consumers who trade in old cars and buy newer models in a move to stimulate the auto industry and the economy.
ExxonMobil lube sales tipped to see growth of 10% this year
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 25/04/2024
» ExxonMobil Marketing (Thailand) expects sales of its Mobil 1 lubricants to grow by 10% this year, maintaining its status as a key operator of finished lubes and chemical marketing in Thailand after Bangchak Corporation took over Esso (Thailand) Plc last year.
KCar predicts sluggish market this year
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/01/2024
» Krungthai Car Rent & Lease Plc (KCar) expects the second-hand car and car rental markets to slow as loans remain difficult to obtain from financial institutions.
CEOs voice concerns for 2024
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 02/01/2024
» Thailand is projected to post slow economic growth in the near future compared with pre-pandemic rates. Several public and private agencies have GDP forecasts for 2024 ranging from 3-3.4%, excluding implementation of the government's digital wallet scheme.
Cayenne Great Escape explores the tranquillity of Malaysia
Jedd Sreshthaputra, Published on 25/12/2023
» Porsche is celebrating its 75th anniversary by setting up its first assembly facility outside of Europe in Malaysia and launching the 2024 Cayenne featuring a large number of upgrades.