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Japan roadshow seeks B10bn from investors
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/01/2023
» Industry Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit expects to draw investment worth 10 billion baht from Japanese businesses during a roadshow to promote the growth of electric vehicles (EVs) and smart electronic industries in Thailand.
Chip shortage sparks 5-10% price hike
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 03/01/2023
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects car prices to rise by 5-10% in 2023, mainly because of the prolonged impact of the global semiconductor shortage.
With New EVs Arriving, Brand Loyalty Goes Out the Window
Business, Published on 30/12/2022
» As more car makers roll out electric vehicles, they are discovering an important trait among early customers: They are far more apt to try new brands.
EV producers cheered by bookings at motor show
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/12/2022
» Bookings for 5,800 electric vehicles (EVs) at the Thailand International Motor Expo are providing fuel for the government's ongoing efforts to develop the domestic EV industry.
Agency, Mercedes-Benz sign deal to promote EVs
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 10/12/2022
» The Excise Department and Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing (Thailand) on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the use of electric vehicles (EVs) under the government's subsidy scheme.
Isuzu electric pickups on the horizon
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/12/2022
» Japanese car company Isuzu, the leader in the Thai pickup market, is waiting for the right moment to launch electric pickups and trucks in the Thai market, which is currently more geared towards passenger electric vehicles (EVs).
Battery EVs take off in Thailand
Business, Ranjana Wangvipula, Published on 06/12/2022
» Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are becoming more popular with Thai motorists, beating other types of EVs that were previously thought to be better suited to the Thai market as concerns over charging facilities ease, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
BoI steps up efforts to woo Tesla
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/12/2022
» The Board of Investment (BoI) is stepping up efforts to encourage newly established Tesla Thailand to invest in the electric vehicle (EV) business, part of efforts to grow the local EV industry.
EV Primus, RV Connex unite for battery project
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/12/2022
» Chinese electric vehicle distributor EV Primus and defence and security technology firm RV Connex have teamed up to operate a 10-billion-baht power bank project to sell batteries to the growing EV market.
Thailand predicted to fail on EV target
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 30/11/2022
» Thailand is likely to miss its ambitious target of electric vehicles (EVs) comprising 50% of locally made vehicles by 2030 for a variety of reasons, notably high energy prices and limited EV charging facilities, says global management consultancy Arthur D. Little.