EV Board gives new tax incentives for commercial vehicles
Narit Therdsteerasukdi, secretary-general of the Office of the EV Board, said on Wednesday that the board has also given the go-ahead to new measures promoting the use of e-buses and…
Two huge lithium deposits found in Phang-nga province
Two rich lithium deposits have been found in Phang-nga province, with potential for use in the production lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, Deputy Government Spokesperson Radklao Inthawong Suwankiri said today.…
Thailand approves second phase of EV subsidies for 2024 and 2027
Thailand aims for Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) to make up 30% of total vehicle production by 2030 (725,000 cars, 675,000 motorcycles). The EV Board approved EV 3.5, a 4-year package…
China’s BYD overtakes Musk’s Tesla in last quarter of 2023
Chinese company BYD sold more electric vehicles than Elon Musk’s Tesla in the last three months of 2023 as the two battled for top spot in the sector. BYD said…
Thailand plans to invest 34 Billion Baht to position it self as a hub to produce EV
Thailand intends to invest 34 billion baht in establishing itself as a key production hub for electric vehicles (EVs). By 2030, the country aims to have 30% of its car…
Thailand has half million registered EV out of 44 million
In Thailand, there are currently 512,343 registered electric vehicles (EVs), with a growing interest in plug-in hybrid and battery EVs. Japanese automakers like Toyota, Honda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, and Nissan are…
Honda becomes first Japanese car to produce the EV vehicles in Thailand
Honda has become the first Japanese carmaker to manufacture a fully electric vehicle (EV) in Thailand. The first e:N1 unit was produced in Honda’s factory in Prachinburi. Honda’s move to…
Honda to boost EV production in Thailand
The Thai government recently met with Honda executives to discuss support for electric vehicle production in Thailand. During the meeting, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed gratitude to Japan for their…
Trade Representative Nalinee Taveesin reveals deal with South Korea for EV hub in Thailand
Nalinee was recently in Seoul for talks with Ahn Duk-geun, South Korea’s Minister of Trade, Energy and Industry, who expressed interest in negotiating an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between the…
Thailand trimming down the EV subsidy package amid sales
Thailand plans to introduce a new purchase subsidy scheme called EV3.5 from 2024 to 2027. This scheme aims to attract foreign investment and position Thailand as a hub for electric…