Thailand’s auto industry confronts U.S. tariffs and steel price surge 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 these growing concerns. In April, the U.S. imposed a 25% tari...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

FTI urges action after U.S. imposes 36% tariff on Thai goods 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, putting Thailand at a competitive disadvantage. The tariff could severe...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

KU–NSTDA to advance future automotive tech and clean energy vehicles in Thailand 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 clean energy vehicles such as FCEVs and HCEs, (ii)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

Bridgestone to sell carbon black business in Thailand Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) announced that it will sell its Thai carbon black business to Tokai Carbon Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary, Thai Tokai Carbon Product Co., Ltd. The sale is part of its business reorganization as set in its mid-term business plan through the end of March 2027 (end of FY 2026). Bridgestone will sell all shares of Bridgestone Carbon Black (Thailand) Co., Ltd., i...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

BYD hits 90,000 NEV deliveries in Thailand; Seal PHEV production to begin locally 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 the announcement of the BYD Seal 5 DM-i, the bran...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

Toyota Thailand to launch 3 models in H2 2025, starting with Yaris Ativ Hybrid in August 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. Initially, the hybrid is expected to accou...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

10th iEVTech Conference highlights Thailand’s EV ambitions From July 2 – 4, 2025, iEVTech 2025 was held in Bangkok, marking its 10th year as a key platform for advancing electric vehicle development in Thailand and Southeast Asia.  Themed “Mobilize to Globalize: Innovative Supply Chain and Technology for Sustainability,” the event highlighted Thailand’s goal of becoming a regional EV hub and achieving 30% zero-emission vehicle adoption...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

FTI pushes for rolled steel production controls in Thailand as automotive and construction demand slows Reported on June 30, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has called on the Industry Ministry to implement strict controls to address the oversupply of rolled steel in Thailand.  A freeze on new factory construction and capacity expansion for at least 5 years was recommended. The current oversupply situation is largely due to an influ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

GAC targets 2,000 AION Y Plus EV deliveries for ride-hailing fleet in Thailand with CLVG On June 27, 2025, GAC held a ceremony at the GAC Phatthanakan Service Center in Bangkok to deliver the first 100 AION Y Plus electric compact crossover SUVs for ride-hailing services, launching a larger project targeting 2,000 units in Thailand.  The event also marked a strategic partnership between GAC and Thai car rental and mobility solutions provider CLV...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

Kim Long Motor, Vietnam to export 3,000 buses yearly to Thailand under CHO THAVEE deal Announced on June 27, 2025, Kim Long Motor Hue JSC (Vietnam) and CHO THAVEE Group (Thailand) have signed a major sales cooperation agreement, marking Kim Long Motor’s first large-scale bus export deal in Southeast Asia. Under the agreement, Kim Long will export 3,000 electric and diesel buses annually to support Thailand’s public transport sector. The deal ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Thailand BOI enhances incentives for local content in BEV/PHEV manufacturing Announced on June 27, 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has approved a new incentive package to encourage greater use of locally sourced content in the production of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and electrical appliances (E&E). The initiative offers an additional 2-year, 50% corporate income tax (CIT) reduction to...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

May vehicle sales in Thailand up 4.7%, production up 10.3% (detailed report) According to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), May vehicle sales in Thailand increased 4.7% year over year to 52,229 units. This marks the second consecutive month of growth, driven by rising sales of BEVs, PHEVs, and ICE passenger cars. The growth is attributed to increasingly affordable vehicle pricing. However, ICE pickup truck sales continued to decline, impac...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

Nissan Thailand begins line integration at Samut Prakan plant to drive efficiency Announced on June 26, 2025, Nissan has begun the line integration project at its manufacturing site in Samut Prakan, Thailand, marking the milestone with a ceremony at Plant Line #1 to celebrate 50 years of production. Scheduled for completion in Q2 FY2025, the new integrated line will produce current models, including the Almera, Kicks e-POWER, Navara, and Terra, a...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

GAC AION UT EV officially launched in Thailand; Local production to start by 2025 On June 24, 2025, GAC International officially launched and announced pricing for its electric SUV, the AION UT, at an event in Thailand. Local production is scheduled to begin by the end of 2025 at GAC’s Thai plant, where the localization rate has reached 51%. The AION UT received strong interest, with over 4,500 pre-orders during the Bangkok Motor Show, ranking ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

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

FTI backs government’s trade-in scheme to revive pickup sales in Thailand Reported on June 25, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has expressed strong support for the government’s proposed trade-in scheme aimed at reviving sluggish pickup truck sales. The FTI projects the program could boost sales by 50,000–100,000 vehicles and recommends extending it to passenger cars. With around 2 million registered vehicles in Thailand that h...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

Registrations of electric mobilities in Thailand up 70.7% in May 2025 Announced on June 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 13,935 units in May 2025, up 70.7% YoY. Registrations of electric private passenger cars and electric motorcycles accounted for 11,827 units and 1,843 units, respectively. In the first 5 mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

May vehicle production in Thailand up 10.3% (Flash Report) On June 24, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that vehicle production in May 2025 totaled 139,186 units, up 10.3% YoY. This represents the first rise in 21 months, driven by a sharp increase in the production of BEVs and PHEVs. Of the total vehicle production, 37.28% was for domestic sales, while 62.72% was allocated for export markets. According to data from FTI mem...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

May motorcycle production in Thailand up 9.6% On June 24, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that motorcycle production in May 2025 reached 210,349 units (177,309 CBUs and 33,040 CKDs), up 9.6% YoY. In the first 5 months of 2025, production totaled 1,064,381 motorcycles (865,858 CBUs and 198,523 CKDs), an increase of 5.0% YoY.  Motorcycle exports in May 2025 totaled 67,056 units, up 26.3% YoY. For January – May 2025, moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

Bosch, Thai Industry Minister hold talks on EV component investment in Thailand Announced on June 17, 2025, Thailand’s Minister of Industry has met with executives from Robert Bosch Automotive Technologies (Thailand) to discuss the promotion of advanced automotive parts manufacturing, particularly for electric vehicles (EVs). Bosch plans to invest in the local production of key EV components in Thailand, such as traction motors and e-axle techn...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20