GWM Thailand celebrates 4 years of ORA Good Cat, highlights key milestones Announced on September 13, 2025, GWM celebrates the 4th anniversary of the ORA Good Cat in Thailand, highlighting its pioneering achievements and strong consumer trust. Since its 2021 launch, the ORA Good Cat has achieved multiple “firsts” that have shaped Thailand’s EV landscape.  It was (i) the first EV to spark a nationwide BEV trend, generating over 10,000 pre-o...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/15

g its full electric portfolio to the European public under the theme “Windows of Inspiration.” The brand aims to reaffirm its commitment to sustainable mobility and strengthen its presence in Europe’s growing EV market. Visitors will have the chance to test drive several models, including the EV3, the new EV6, the EV6 GT, and the EV9. The exhibition highlights the Kia EV5, a C-SUV designed for Europe’s most competitive segment. It offers ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

BYD Thailand drops Shark 6 PHEV pickup, plans new locally built model for 2026 Reported on September 4, 2025, BYD Auto Thailand revealed that it will not move forward with local production of the Shark 6 plug-in hybrid pickup, citing challenges in meeting Thailand’s local content requirements. Instead, the company plans to introduce a new model tailored for domestic manufacturing at its Rayong facility in 2026. At the Bangkok International Moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

Thailand-made BYD Dolphin EVs (LHD) head to Europe Reported on August 25, 2025, BYD has officially launched exports from its Thai production hub, sending the first batch of 959 Dolphin left-hand-drive EVs to Europe, with deliveries bound for Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. At the WHA Industrial Estate in Rayong, BYD began operations on July 4, 2024, at a new plant built on a 600-rai site. The facility is designed to produce up to 150,000 v...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

Toyota Thailand launches new Yaris Ativ HEV, opens online pre-booking for updated bZ4X EV On August 21, 2025, Toyota Motor Thailand introduced the new Yaris Ativ HEV, bringing hybrid efficiency to its popular subcompact sedan. Offered in two variants, HEV Premium and HEV GR Sport, the HEV Premium combines a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engine paired with a Lithium-ion battery and an E-CVT automatic transmission, delivering 111 hp and class-leading...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

Thai EV Board updates oversight rules for Excise Dept.’s EV subsidy disbursements On July 30, 2025, Thailand’s National EV Policy Committee approved updated guidelines to improve the Excise Department’s management of subsidy disbursements under the EV3 and EV3.5 programs. The changes aim to enhance oversight while allowing greater flexibility and efficiency for participating manufacturers. Under the revised rules, EV3 participants who choos...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

Thai EV Board eases compliance rules through EV3 and EV3.5 program revisions Announced on July 30, 2025, Thailand’s National EV Policy Committee approved changes to the EV3 and EV3.5 incentive schemes, giving automakers greater flexibility in meeting local production and registration requirements while reinforcing Thailand’s ambitions as a regional EV manufacturing base. A key revision allows each EV produced for export to count as 1.5 units ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

ailand as a production and export base for pickups and PPVs under its 70@3” policy, which includes a new high-durability diesel engine with a 1,000,000 km warranty. The company also plans to launch an intelligent BEV in 2026 and continues to participate in the government’s EV promotion schemes (EV3.0 and EV3.5) through its Rayong plant with support from BOI incentives. The Minister highlighted the national “30@30” target, aiming for 30% o...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/30

LG to provide WebOS automotive content platform for new Kia models in Europe On July 16, LG Electronics (LG) announced that its webOS-based Automotive Content Platform (ACP) will power in-car streaming for Kia Corporation’s new European models. Debuting on the recently introduced EV3, the platform will also be extended to the upcoming EV4, EV5, and new Sportage.  The automotive-optimized webOS offers drivers and passengers instant access to a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Kia unveils all-electric EV5 SUV in Korea, global launch set for 2025 On July 8, Kia launched the Kia EV5, a fully electric C-segment SUV, joining the Kia’s expanding EV lineup, which includes the EV3, EV4, EV6, and EV9. The new Kia EV5, built on Hyundai’s electric vehicle (EV) architecture, measures 4,610 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,675 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. It is offered with two nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

NETA Thailand under Excise Dept.’s close watch amid parent firm uncertainty Reported on June 25, 2025, Thailand’s Excise Department revealed that the situation involving Neta Thailand is under close watch, with continuous discussions being held involving the department and relevant parties. NETA's parent firm in China, Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd., has initiated bankruptcy proceedings, prompting concerns over potential impac...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Euro NCAP rates 9 cars on assisted competence and safety backup On May 21, Euro NCAP announced ratings of 9 vehicles based on assistance competence and safety backup. The lineup includes Kia EV3, MAZDA CX-80, MG ZS, Porsche Macan, Renault 5, Tesla Model S, Toyota bZ4X, Volvo EX30, and XPENG G9. Kia EV3 (with 74%), Porsche Macan (with 85%), Renault 5 (with 73%), and Toyota bZ4X (with 83%) all earned a ‘Very Good’ rating in Euro NCAP’s Assist...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

offers enhanced grip and maintains stability during long-distance and high-speed driving, thereby reducing the driver's fatigue. It is also designed to retain tread performance even after 50% wear. Nexen Tire supplies original equipment (OE) tires for key models in Kia’s EV series, including the EV3, the EV6, and the EV9, in addition to the EV4. (From a press release on May 28, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

nd and optimized load distribution for better grip and stability. Additionally, its tread design keeps performing well even after 50% wear, and the aerodynamic sidewall reduces air resistance to boost energy efficiency. Nexen Tire now supplies OE tires for key models in Kia’s EV series, including EV3, EV4, EV6, and EV9. Based on Nexen Tire press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

ia, Ford, MG, Opel/ Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, Tesla, Voyah, and Volkswagen for crash protection, crash prevention, and post-crash safety. Seven models earned top 5-star ratings, i.e., Audi A5 PHEV, Audi Q5, Volkswagen Tayron, MG MGS5 EV, Tesla Model 3, Toyota C-HR PHEV, and Voyah Courage. The Kia EV3 also got 5 stars when fitted with an optional safety pack. Four-star ratings went to the electric Renault 4, Ford Tourneo Custom (including EV ver...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

Kia launches EV3 model in Ecuador On May 12, Kia Ecuador officially launched the EV3, a fully electric SUV that reinforces the brand’s leadership in sustainable mobility. Powered by a high-density battery, the EV3 Wave version offers a range of over 600 km. It supports fast charging, recovering 80% of the battery in about 30 minutes. It has four driving modes and is equipped with the iPedal 3.0 system for one-pedal driving and efficient energy ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

., Ltd (JMCG) announced that its distributor in Armenia Sky Motors LLC has introduced products of two brands, JMC (commercial vehicles) and JMEV (new energy vehicles) in Armenia on April 18, 2025. It is the first appearance of JMC's new energy vehicles in Armenia. It has presented electric city-car EV3 and compact EV sedan GSE models of JMEV. JMC introduced pickups and light trucks.  Based on JMCG press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

,000 such EVs by 2025 across major tourist cities for taxi and GRAB ride-hailing operations. Through strategic partnerships, U POWER is building a comprehensive battery-swap ecosystem, covering vehicle supply, financial services, and charging infrastructure, with the goal of supporting Thailand’s EV3.5 policy.  The company also aims to deepen cooperation with Thai and Chinese firms to promote electric mobility adoption in sectors such as ride-...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

Thai cabinet approves HEV/MHEV excise tax cuts and EV3 production period extension Announced on April 28, 2025, the Thai Cabinet has approved (i) a reduction in excise tax for hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles to between 6% and 12%, and (ii) an extension of the production period for compensatory vehicles under the EV3 program to better align with domestic market conditions.  These measures are designed to strengthen Thailand’s electrified vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

Kia introduces AI-powered voice assistant across Europe, starting with EV3 On April 17, Kia announced that it is launching its AI-powered voice assistant, called AI Assistant, across Europe, following its introduction in the Korean and US markets last year. The AI Assistant enables users to talk to their Kia in a natural, conversational way and helps them easily access and understand their car’s features. The AI Assistant understands voice comm...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18