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Japan enters the EV race
News, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 06/11/2025
» Japan's major automakers have unveiled a new generation of electric vehicles (EVs) at the rebranded Japan Mobility Show, marking a significant moment in the country's drive to reclaim its leadership in global mobility technology.
Carmakers still wary of Northvolt revival
Marie Mannes, Alessandro Parodi, Gilles Guillaume, Published on 26/08/2025
» STOCKHOLM — Silicon Valley start-up Lyten will need to convince carmakers it can succeed where bankrupt Swedish electric vehicle (EV) battery maker Northvolt failed -- creating a European champion to reduce the region's reliance on China.
Europe's carmakers still nervous despite EU-US trade deal
AFP, Published on 29/07/2025
» PARIS - Europe's auto industry is relieved that the EU-US trade deal reduces short-term uncertainty but many, particularly in the struggling German sector, remain deeply worried about the long-term impact.
Tesla EU sales slump 52% in April
AFP, Published on 27/05/2025
» PARIS — Sales of cars made by Elon Musk's Tesla slumped by more than half in April as Chinese electric carmakers saw their share surge, the continent's manufacturing association said Tuesday.
Trump vs Toyota? Why US cars are a rare sight in Japan
AFP, Published on 02/05/2025
» FUKAYA (JAPAN) - With their sleek curves and chrome grilles, the classic American cars on sale at Yosuke Fukuda's yard ooze Californian cool but on Japanese roads new US vehicles are a rare sight -- much to President Donald Trump's annoyance.
Tax rejig for plug-in hybrids likely
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/03/2025
» The Excise Department is preparing to adjust tax conditions to promote plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) by removing the requirement related to the size of the fuel tank, supporting Thailand as a production hub for this type of vehicle.
Shoring up the auto sector
Published on 24/02/2025
» The recent announcement by the Board of Investment (BoI) that Nissan Motor Thailand will maintain its investment here, following news reports that the parent company plans to close three factories overseas, is reflective of changes in the Thai automotive industry.
Premium car sales likely unchanged
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/02/2025
» Sales of premium cars in Thailand are likely to remain unchanged in 2025 as people's purchasing power is weak and they face difficulty in accessing auto loans, a situation which is expected to subdue the car market, says BMW Group Thailand.
Rushing to strike a deal with Europe
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/02/2025
» A free trade agreement (FTA) with the EU is a top priority for the Thai government, while businesses on both sides support a pact.
Tesla, BMW take EU to court over China EV tariffs
AFP, Published on 28/01/2025
» BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) — Elon Musk's Tesla and German auto giant Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) have challenged European Union (EU) import tariffs on China-made electric vehicles (EVs) at the bloc's top court, the European Commission said on Monday.