Neta’s future in Brazil uncertain due to bankruptcy in China Chinese EV brand Neta, which entered Brazil in November 2024, is facing major financial trouble after its parent company Hozon Auto officially entered bankruptcy proceedings in China. Despite promising a long-term presence in Brazil, Neta has sold only 51 vehicles in the country over seven months. Local operations showed instability earlier this year when its website and social media ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

Six Chinese brands to enter Brazil in 2025 On March 25, during the Quatro Rodas Forum "Brazil-China Connection" in São Paulo, industry leaders and Chinese automakers discussed the growing presence of Chinese car brands in Brazil. At least six new Chinese brands including SAIC (MG), GAC, Geely, Leapmotor, Omoda & Jaecoo, and Foton are entering the market in 2025 in the light vehicle segment.  Brands like Caoa Chery, BYD, GWM, Neta, Zeekr, and JA...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

46th Bangkok International Motor Show themed "The Talk of Sensuous Automotive" runs from March 26 to April 6 From March 26 to April 6, 2025, Thailand's 46th Bangkok International Motor Show (46th BIMS) will be organized under the theme concept of "The Talk of Sensuous Automotive" (Press Day/VIP Day: March 24-25). International automotive brands joining the show included Aion, Audi, Aston Martin, BMW, BYD, Changan (Deepal / AVATR), Farizon, Ford, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

41st Thailand Motor Expo opened, featuring “Innovative Spirit…Futuristic Vehicles” concept On November 28, 2024, the 41st Thailand International Motor Expo was officially opened, featuring the concept of “Innovative Spirit…Futuristic Vehicles”. This year’s event is scheduled to run until December 10, 2024. The 42 car brands from 9 countries and 22 motorcycle makers from 7 countries showcasing their products at the show include Aion,...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/28

Thai BOI: AION Sourcing Day event to generate local parts purchase value of over THB 2.25 billion On November 6, 2024, Thailand BOI and GAC AION jointly organized the "AION Sourcing Day" event in Bangkok to invite Thai parts manufacturers to be part of the local EV supply chain through business negotiations, elevating Thailand to become a complete EV manufacturing hub in ASEAN.  The event aims to source parts from manufacturers in Thailand for G...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/08

Thai authorities encouraging Chinese EV manufacturers to use Thailand-sourced parts Reported on July 22, 2024, Thailand’s Industry Minister has called on the Chinese EV manufactures to use at least 40% of Thailand-made parts in producing their EVs. Amid growing concerns about Chinese EV makers mainly using EV components sourced from Chinese firms and building their own EV supply chain, the Thai authorities want to make sure Thai auto parts make...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/24

Indonesian Industry Ministry: Neta, Wuling, Chery, Sokon to make Indonesia RHD EV export hub Reported on June 20, 2024, Vice President of NETA Auto expressed his support for the Indonesia government’s plan of making Indonesia a RHD EV production hub for the export market, while adding that the company appreciated the Indonesian government, especially the Ministry of Industry, which has supported NETA in the process of utilizing incentives. Curr...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/25

GlobalData blog: China’s car market in 2024: growth, competition and transformation The Chinese Passenger Vehicle (PV) market has been on a steady growth trajectory in 2024, despite intensifying internal competition. After a brief dip in February due to the Chinese New Year holiday, which resulted in fewer selling days, sales rebounded in March and April, returning to a consistent growth pattern. Domestic Sales and Production Growth Domestic PV...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

SUBCON Thailand 2024 opens; joined by executives from 7 leading EV brands On May 15, 2024, SUBCON Thailand celebrated the Grand Opening Ceremony with the Thai Prime Minister as its distinguished guest of honor, joined by Secretary-General of the Board of Investment (BOI). This year’s international industrial part-sourcing and business-matching event, jointly organized by the BOI, Informa Markets Thailand, and Thai Subcontracting Promotion Assoc...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/16

45th Bangkok International Motor Show with "Mobility of Joyful Experiences" concept runs from March 27 to April 7 From March 27 to April 7, 2024, Thailand's 45th Bangkok International Motor Show (45th BIMS) was held under the theme concept of "The Mobility of Joyful Experiences" (Press Day: March 25-26). 100% of exhibition space were fully booked. International automotive brands joining this event included Aion, Audi, Bentley, BMW, BYD, Changan, ...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/26

40th Thailand Motor Expo runs under “Mobility: Imagination and Beyond” concept From November 30 to December 11, 2023, the 40th Thailand Motor Expo will be hosted in Bangkok with the concept of “Mobility: Imagination and Beyond”. The 40 car brands from 11 countries and 23 motorcycle makers from 7 countries joining this event include Aion, Audi, Bentley, BMW, BYD, Changan, Ford, Great Wall Motor, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lot...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/29

GlobalData blog: Thailand's electric odyssey: from hybrids to high-voltage EVs In recent months, Thailand's automotive landscape has undergone a monumental transformation with the entry of two formidable Chinese EV giants, GAC Aion and Changan. They follow in the footsteps of BYD, the world's leading electric car manufacturer, which made its foray into the Thai EV market just last year. As these newcomers explore the advantages and prepare to par...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/12

GlobalData blog: BEVs in the ASEAN region: The rise of Chinese OEMs The global surge in battery electric vehicle (BEV) adoption has gained momentum in recent years, as countries worldwide prioritise the shift towards carbon neutrality, in which BEVs are a critical component of the transformation. Notably, China, the world’s largest automotive market, has spearheaded the mass production and development of BEVs, leveraging proactive policies and ...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/06

Neta S electric sedan set to be launched in Malaysia by Q1/2025, Intro Synergy says Reported on June 1, 2023, Chinese carmaker Neta, which recently made its entry into Malaysia with the launch of Neta V in May, is slated to introduce its other models, including Neta U and Neta S, in Malaysia, according to the local distributor Intro Synergy.Neta S fully electric sedan, which is expected to enter the Malaysian market by Q1/2025, has been previewed...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/02

44th Bangkok International Motor Show under "Colorful Experience" concept held from March 22 - April 2, 2023 From March 22 - April 2, 2023, Thailand's 44th Bangkok International Motor Show (44th BIMS), occupying an exhibition space of over 170,960 square meters, was held under the theme concept of "Colorful Experience" to reflect a variety of experiences through the endless development of automotive technology, especially the coming of EVs. ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/21

EGAT officially opens EleX by EGAT charging station at EV Charging Floor in Nonthaburi, Thailand On February 22, 2023, Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) held the opening ceremony of EleX by EGAT charging station at EV Charging Floor at its HQ in Bang Kruai District, Nonthaburi Province. This EV Charging Floor, with Thailand’s greatest number of EV connectors, features sixty-six 7.4 kW connectors with AC Normal Charge, and 110 ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/01

Auto Guangzhou 2022 officially opened On December 30, the 20th Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Guangzhou 2022) was officially opened at the Canton Fair Complex in Pazhou, Guangzhou.The exhibition is divided into three exhibition areas: one for passenger vehicles, one for commercial vehicles, and one for auto parts, modified vehicles, new energy and new technologies. For the passenger vehicle exhibition area, December 30, ...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/05

China Passenger Car Association analysis of production and sales volumes for November 2022 The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs and MPVs, excluding microvans) for November 2022. China passenger car production and sales volumes in November 2022 Retail November retail sales of passenger cars totaled 1.649 million units, reflecting a year-over-year (y/y) decre...

News  Updated at: 2022/12/12

39th Thailand Motor Expo held from December 1 - 12, 2022 in Bangkok From December 1-12, 2022, the 39th Thailand Motor Expo will run in Bangkok under the concept of “It’s TIME…Come Touch the FUTURE”. The 35 car brands and 17 motorcycle makers from 8 countries will partake in this show, including Audi, Bentley, BMW, BYD, Ford, Great Wall Motor, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Lexus, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG, MI...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/30

China Passenger Car Association analysis of production and sales volumes for October 2022 The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding microvans) for October 2022.China passenger car production and sales volumes in October 2022 Retail October retail sales of passenger cars totaled 1.84 million units, reflecting a year-over-year (y/y) increase o...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/10