Omoda & Jaecoo plans Thailand production of Jaecoo 5 EV, Omoda 4, Chery Q4 EV in 2026 Reported on December 22, 2025, Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) aims to start large-scale local production of BEVs in 2026, targeting an output of 28,000–30,000 units. The majority of vehicles produced, around 85–90%, will be sold domestically under Thailand’s EV incentive programs, while the remaining 10–15% will be shipped to overseas markets, including Austr...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/24

Thai BOI, China EV100 forge strategic MOU to boost Thailand’s EV ecosystem On December 19, 2025, Thailand’s BOI signed an MOU with “China EV100”, a leading Chinese EV industry promotion organization and policy-shaping think tank. This is China EV100’s first MOU with an ASEAN country. Eight key Thai organizations witnessed the signing and participated in discussions, including the Excise Department, Office of Industrial Economics (OIE), ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

Registrations of electric mobilities in Thailand up 69.1% in November 2025 Announced on December 22, 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 12,436 units in November 2025, up 69.1% YoY. Registrations of electric private passenger cars and electric motorcycles accounted for 10,351 units and 1,664 units, respectively. Fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

Changan, Shanghai Electric Drive provide E-Drive System to NSTDA to advance Thai EV testing standards Announced on December 18, 2025, the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, through the Thailand Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence (TECE), in collaboration with the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC) and the National Energy ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

GEELY RIDDARA ECON electric 4-door pickup officially launched in Thailand Announced on December 16, 2025, GEELY RIDDARA has officially introduced the RIDDARA ECON, the most affordable all-electric 4-door pickup in the Thai market.  The RIDDARA ECON made its official local launch at the recent Motor Expo 2025 with an introductory price starting at THB 739,000. Event attendees can experience hands-on test drives of both the RIDDARA ECON and the RI...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/22

November vehicle production in Thailand up 11.1% (Flash Report) On December 22, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) reported that Thailand produced 130,222 vehicles in November, an 11.1% increase YoY. Approximately 45% of output was for the domestic market, while 55% was destined for exports. Passenger car production in November included 21,934 HEVs and 9,624 BEVs. From January to November 2025, total vehicle production reached 1,341,71...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/22

November motorcycle production in Thailand up 3.2% On December 22, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) reported that motorcycle production in November rose 3.2% YoY to 199,640 units, comprising 146,167 CBUs and 53,473 CKDs. For the first 11 months of 2025, total motorcycle production reached 2,268,275 units (1,811,598 CBUs and 456,677 CKDs), marking a 2.0% increase from the same period in 2024. Motorcycle exports in November totaled 80...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/22

Japanese automotive parts suppliers in Thailand and Cambodia stop operations Following the armed conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, Japanese automotive parts suppliers have been forced to suspend operations at local plants. Since many Japanese automakers and automotive parts suppliers have their main plants in Thailand, there are concerns that if the conflict drags on, it could affect global supply chains. Since December 7, operations in Poi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Thai Cabinet greenlights EV Board proposal to revise EV3–EV3.5 measures amid market shifts On December 9, 2025, Thailand’s Cabinet approved the National EV Policy Committee’s proposal to revise the EV3 and EV3.5 incentive schemes. The updates aim to enhance efficiency and flexibility, align the programs with current global economic and market conditions, and reduce risks from domestic oversupply and price competition. The revisions follow t...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/11

Isuzu passes 3 million exports from Thailand, initiates D-MAX EV exports in April 2025 Announced on December 9, 2025, Isuzu reported that exports of Thai-built D-MAX and MU-X vehicles have surpassed 3 million units, underscoring strong global trust in Thailand-made Isuzu products (I / II). Isuzu shifted global pickup production to Thailand in 2002 and now serves over 120 markets. In April 2025, it also began exporting the D-MAX EV, the first elec...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/11

GlobalData blog: Thailand’s shift toward a mixed Japanese-Chinese era Thailand has long been the manufacturing backbone for Japanese automakers in Southeast Asia, earning its reputation as the “Detroit of Asia.” That status is now being tested as major Japanese OEMs consolidate capacity, trim model lineups, and in some cases exit local manufacturing altogether—just as Chinese players scale up aggressively in the Electric Vehicle (EV) mark...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/09

Thai EA’s Nex Point boosts commercial EV drive, debuts Nex Vantastic e-cargo van Reported on December 3, 2025, SET-listed Energy Absolute (EA) Plc, through subsidiary Nex Point Plc, is intensifying its push into Thailand’s fleet EV market with a 2,500-unit sales target for 2026 as it positions itself as a key commercial EV player in the region.  Nex Point, maker of Nex and Mine EVs, is focusing on corporate and government fleets moving towar...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/09

Hyundai Mobility Thailand eyes 2026 BEV production, calls for tariff fairness Reported on December 4, 2025, Hyundai Mobility Thailand is gearing up for locally assembled BEVs after completing a new assembly plant in Samut Prakan with an annual capacity of 5,000 units. BEV production is slated to begin in 2026, supported by a battery plant now under construction and expected to be completed by April 2026. The two facilities represent a combined in...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

Thai BOI organizes investment forum in Japan and meets with major automakers Announced on December 1, 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) reported the results of its November 27–29 investment mission to Japan. During the visit, the BOI, together with JETRO, SMBC Bank and Japanese partners, held the “Thailand–Japan Investment Forum 2025” at Tokyo Kaikan, presenting Thailand’s investment policies and opportunities to more than 45...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

Thai Motor Expo 2025: Toyota highlights Hilux Travo, Travo-e, and other key models Announced on November 28, 2025, Toyota Motor Thailand highlighted key models at the 42nd Thailand Motor Expo 2025, led by the latest-generation Hilux Travo and Toyota’s first all-electric Hilux, the Travo-e, which made its world debut in early November. The Hilux Travo pickup lineup offers versatility with three body styles (Standard Cab, Smart Cab, and Double Ca...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Thai Motor Expo 2025: Nissan launches all-new X-TRAIL e-POWER x e-4ORCE SUV Announced on November 28, 2025, Nissan Thailand officially launched the all-new X-TRAIL e-POWER x e-4ORCE at the Thailand International Motor Expo 2025, with prices starting at THB 1,699,000. Combining Nissan’s e-POWER technology with the e-4ORCE electric all-wheel-drive system, the X-TRAIL delivers instant torque, smooth and quiet performance, and a premium driving exp...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Thai Motor Expo 2025: Honda unveils new CR-V e:HEV, HuNT Series, and STEP WGN e:HEV Announced on November 28, 2025, Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. took part in the 42nd Thailand International Motor Expo, with a highlight being the price announcement of the new CR-V e:HEV, now offered as a full-hybrid lineup across all variants. The model features enhanced usability and upgraded standard equipment, with prices starting from THB 1,399,000. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Toyota and Isuzu sustain Thai pickup production amid market slump Reported on December 2, 2025, Isuzu and Toyota committed to sustaining pickup production in Thailand and continuing to source local auto parts, despite a significant drop in domestic sales, to support suppliers and reduce financial pressure. Toyota Motor Thailand mentioned that both tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers have been heavily impacted, with about 90% of their output linked to pic...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

October vehicle sales in Thailand up 24.8%, production up 14.2% (detailed report) According to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), October vehicle sales in Thailand increased 24.8% year over year to 47,032 units, marking the seventh consecutive month of YoY growth.  According to data compiled by Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT), by maker sales in October, Toyota was up 21.0% to 18,348 units. Honda was up 37.2% to 5,677 units. Isuzu sales were do...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

NIO appoints Thonburi Group as EV distributor in Thailand Reported on November 23, 2025, Thonburi Group is accelerating its automotive business in Thailand, marking a new milestone with its appointment as the official representative of the premium electric vehicle brand NIO in Thailand. The company has signed a partnership agreement with NIO to serve the needs of modern Thai consumers. This initiative is also complemented by NIO’s sub-brands, O...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27