Announced on July 23, 2025, BMW Group Thailand, Cherdchai Autohaus, and Suranaree University of Technology (SUT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to scale up ReVolt, an award-winning initiative that repurposes used EV batteries into sustainable energy solutions.
SUT will lead efforts to (i) reuse lithium-io

Announced on July 24, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) reported data from the Department of Land Transport that notes all kinds of 100% purely electric mobility registrations of 15,100 units in June 2025, up 89.0% YoY. Registrations of electric private passenger cars and electric motorcycles accounted fo

Announced on July 24, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has revised Thailand’s vehicle production forecast for 2025.
The new target has been lowered by 3.33%, from 1.5 million units to 1.45 million units (a reduction of 50,000 units). The adjustment mainly affects production for export, which has been cut

On July 24, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that Thailand produced 130,223 vehicles in June. While the volume remained relatively low, it reflected a 12.0% YoY increase and marked the second consecutive month of growth. Of the total output, 34.79% was for the domestic market and 65.21% was for

On July 24, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that motorcycle production in June 2025 reached 205,565 units (176,134 CBUs and 29,431 CKDs), up 12.0% YoY. In the first six months of 2025, production totaled 1,269,946 motorcycles (1,041,992 CBUs and 227,954 CKDs), an increase of 6.1% YoY. 
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On July 21, 2025, U Power Limited (Nasdaq: UCAR) and UNEX EV officially launched Southeast Asia’s first operational smart battery-swapping station for new energy vehicles on Phuket Island, Thailand, marking the world’s first such facility for taxis and ride-hailing vehicles outside China.
Developed in partnership wit

Reported on July 22, 2025, Omoda & Jaecoo, a subsidiary of Chery Automobile, plans to ramp up its investment in Thailand despite a slow automotive market and strict lending conditions.
The company previously announced a THB 5-billion investment to establish a BEV plant in Rayong, with operations slated to begin in Q4

Reported on July 18, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Finance is considering increasing the excise tax on imported electric vehicles (EVs) that use little or no locally made parts. The plan is especially focused on electric pickup trucks. A ministry source, speaking anonymously, said the proposal is part of a broader str

Announced on July 16, 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has released a policy package to help Thai businesses adapt to U.S. tariffs and intensifying global trade pressures. Aimed at boosting competitiveness, strengthening supply chains, and expanding market access, the package responds to investor concerns

On July 15, 2025, the Hyundai Santa Fe mid-size SUV was officially launched in Thailand, available in two HEV variants: Exclusive and Prestige, with prices starting from THB 1.599 million.
This bold, boxy, 3-row, 6-seater SUV is designed to redefine spaciousness and comfort. Its distinctive silhouette is highlighted

Announced on July 10, 2025, GWM Thailand has unveiled the specifications of the new GWM Tank 500 Diesel, a premium, intelligent 7-seater PPV tailored for all lifestyles.
Powered by a next-gen 2.4T diesel engine with 184 hp and 480 Nm of torque, it offers smooth, efficient performance supported by advanced tech such a

Reported on July 12, 2025, Thai auto parts manufacturers are bracing for the impact of steep U.S. tariffs and volatile global steel prices, which are two developments threatening to disrupt the automotive supply chain. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI)’s Auto Parts Industry Club recently convened to address the

Announced on July 8, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) stated that the U.S.’s decision to impose a 36% import tariff on all Thai goods, effective August 1, 2025, as an anti-dumping measure, is higher than expected. This rate exceeds tariffs on regional competitors like Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia, pu

On July 7, 2025, Kasetsart University (KU) and the Thai National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly advance research and development in clean energy vehicles and future automotive innovations. 
This collaboration aims to (i) develop prototypes of cl

Reported on July 8, 2025, BYD (Thailand), in partnership with Rever Automotive, is celebrating the delivery of 90,000 new energy vehicles in Thailand. The milestone vehicle, a fully imported DENZA D9, was handed over to mark the occasion.
The event also marks the first anniversary of BYD’s Thai production plant and t

Reported on July 5, 2025, Toyota Motor Thailand plans to launch 3 new models in the second half of 2025 to support market recovery, starting with the Yaris Ativ Hybrid on August 21. This new Yaris Ativ Hybrid will be sold alongside the existing internal combustion engine (ICE) version, offering consumers more choice.

Reported on July 3, 2025, Ford Thailand expects to sell 21,000 vehicles in 2025, on par with 2024 figures despite a sluggish market. The company reported sales of 9,401 units in H1 2025.
Ford attributed the market slowdown to weak economic conditions, rising household debt, and tighter loan approvals, which have part