s the “multi-utility truck,” demonstrating its capability for a variety of uses. Toyota showcased the AFM sausage food truck and Pet Spa editions, alongside logistics conversion options, reinforcing the Hilux's reputation as the ultimate workhorse. Meanwhile, the Fortuner, dubbed the “King of PPV,” also claimed the title of the best-selling PPV in Thailand for 13 years.   In the Hybrid Zone, Toyota highlighted the all-new Camry and Corol...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/08

Toyota Camry HEV Toyota Yaris Ativ Nightshade   Toyota's booth was exhibited under the theme "Mobility for Everyone”, showcasing an array of Toyota cars catering to all lifestyles. Among them were the new HEVs such as the all-new Camry HEV and the new Corolla Altis HEV GR Sport. The King of PPV "Fortuner LEADER S" and the Hilux Champ were also showcased, alongside the Yaris Ativ Nightshade, a special edition popular sedan.   Launched loc...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/16

gle charge (NEDC standard), with maximum power output of 203 PS and 350 Nm torque. The GT-Line AWD variant claims a 647 km range with its dual-motor delivering maximum power of 384 PS and 700 Nm torque.     At the show, Ford officially launched and opened reservations for the new Everest Platinum PPV and the Ranger Wildtrak 4WD double cab pickup truck.   Both models are powered by the new 3.0L V6 diesel engine, working with a 10-speed AT with ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/04/30

Thailand International Motor Expo 2023 (2) Pickup trucks lineup and electrified vehicles from Japanese OEMs Summary NEX Point: MINE BEV Pickup truck Toyota: All-new Hilux Champ pickup Mitsubishi: All-new Triton pickup Isuzu: MU-X PPV and D-Max V-Cross pickup Ford: Ranger Raptor pickup Jeep and Maserati models Tata: Super Ace truck Lexus: RX 500h F SPORT Performance HEV Honda: Accord e:HEV and lineup of e:HEV models Nissan: Kicks e-POWER Suzuki: S...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2023/12/27

September 2023, vehicle sales fell 7.4% YoY to reach 586,870 units. While sales of passenger cars in the first 9 months of 2023 noted a YoY growth, sales of pure pickup and sales of 5–10-ton trucks dropped 28.9% and 12.8%, respectively. In the month of September 2023 alone, sales of pure pickup, PPV, and 5–10-ton trucks all witnessed a YoY decline. The diminishing sales is still mainly attributable to the strictness in auto loan approval pro...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2023/11/15

new WR-V 5-seater SUV, Civic Type R Nissan: Kicks e-POWER, Terra Sport, Leaf V2H and V2G capability Subaru: New Forester GT edition Suzuki: New Swift GL NEXT, Celerio GL UP, Carry, Jimny Mitsubishi: XRT Concept, new Xpander Cross Isuzu: D-Max V-Cross MAGIC EYEs pickup truck, mu-X Phantom Collection PPV Ford: Next-generation Ford Ranger Stormtrak, Everest Wildtrak, Ranger Raptor Motorcycles: Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Triumph, Yamaha   From...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2023/04/11

subishi Ralliart's Triton Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Isuzu's booth   Isuzu brought its well-known models to the show, led by the Isuzu D-MAX MAGIC EYEs which features the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and 3D Imaging Stereo Camera, Isuzu X-Series INFINITE X-LIFE, as well as its PPV SUV, the MU-X be UNCHARTED. Isuzu D-MAX MAGIC EYEs Isuzu MU-X PPV Isuzu D-MAX X-Series Isuzu D-MAX V-CROSS 3.0   Ford brough...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2022/12/21

Blue Power engine, features a front grille with a double decker arrangement, 2-tone color front bumper guard, and robust 18-inch alloy wheels in Matte Black color. The pickup is developed on the Isuzu Dynamic Drive Platform with the design concept of "Bold but Emotional".   The all-new Isuzu MU-X PPV's two turbodiesel engine options are an RZ4E-TC 1.9-liter Gen-2 4-cylinder unit generating 150 PS of power and 350 Nm of torque from 1,800 to 2,60...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2021/12/14

Bangkok International Motor Show 2021 (Part 2): Pickup trucks competition Major pickups from MG, Ford, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, and sport models from Mercedes-Benz and BMW Summary MG: new Extender pickup Ford: Ranger FX4 Max pickup and Mustang 55th Anniversary Special Edition Isuzu: all-new MU-X PPV, D-MAX pickup-truck based passenger vehicle Mitsubishi: Pajero Sport and Triton 60th anniversary special edition Nissan: New Navara PRO-4X pickup and GT-R...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2021/04/05

Premium. Outlander PHEV presented on stage   Isuzu's 2 highlighted models are the all-new MU-X, presented under the concept of "Originality Redefined" and the all-new D-MAX. Isuzu MU-X Ultimate 4WD 3.0 Ddi Blue Power in Marrakesh Brown   The locally-made full model-changed MU-X PPV made its world debut in Thailand in October. The vehicle is based on the engineering concept of Robust and Exclusive, enhancing the comfort and lu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2020/12/08

V Outlander and the Outlander PHEV, etc. Phase IIFY 2022 and beyond Mitsubishi will strengthen its products and brand in the ASEAN region. FY 2022 ・Pickup truck segment: next-generation Triton FY 2023 and beyond ・MPV segment:Xpander HEV, next-generation Xpander・Passenger pickup vehicle (PPV)/SUV segment: next-generation Pajero Sport・New models for the ASEAN region, etc.   Mitsubishi Motors Product Strategy Phase I Mitsubi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2020/09/28

of commercial vehicles rose 9.9% y/y. Among passenger cars, production of “eco-cars,” fuel-efficient compact cars that comply with the government’s eco-car regulations, grew 6.5% y/y. Out of all the commercial vehicles built, output of 1-ton pickup trucks excluding passenger pickup vehicles (PPV) increased 11.2% y/y and accounted for 49.4% of total production. Sales volume in Thailand in 2018 grew for the second consecutive year and reache...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2019/07/08

utput of commercial vehicles rose 2.7%. Among passenger cars, production of "eco-cars," fuel-efficient compact cars that comply with the government's eco-car regulations, grew only 1.4% y/y. Out of all the commercial vehicles built, output of 1-ton pickup trucks excluding passenger pickup vehicles (PPV) increased 5.4% y/y and accounted for 48.3% of total production. Sales volume in Thailand in 2017 increased for the first time since 2013, achievi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2018/04/16

he Thai government, increased only 2.3% y/y, while output of other small cars (with displacement of 1500 cc or less) besides eco-cars rose 13.4%. Production of commercial vehicles (CVs) increased only 0.3%. Out of all the CVs built, output of 1-ton pickup trucks excluding passenger pickup vehicles (PPVs) decreased 6.6% y/y and the ratio of these vehicles to total production shrank to 46.6%. This decline came in spite of the fact that sales of 1-t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2017/01/30

ly designated as fuel-efficient, small cars by the Thai government, climbed 46.9% y/y. Production of commercial vehicles (CVs) was at the same level as that of the previous year. Out of all the CVs built, however, production of 1-ton pickup trucks fell 2.3% y/y, excluding passenger pickup vehicles (PPVs). Nevertheless, they still accounted for 51.2% of the total volume built. A 16.9% increase was seen in production of medium- and heavy-duty CVs. ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2015/12/16

led to start in October. The European model to be launched in late 2014 will also be produced in Thailand. Suzuki aims to sell 1,000 units per month at prices ranging from THB 359,000 to 488,000.   Isuzu launches seven-seat SUV mu-X  Isuzu launched the mu-X, which is a Passenger Pickup Vehicle (PPV), in Thailand in November 2013. This is a seven-seat midsize SUV that is based on the D-MAX one-ton pickup truck. It replaced the mu-7 and is a si...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2014/10/06

 Isuzu and GM have a long history of collaboration. The D-MAX pickup truck is a sibling to the Chevrolet Colorado. The mu-X SUV that was released in October 2013 is the successor to the MU-7. It is a sibling to the Chevrolet TrailBlazer. The mu-X is referred to by Isuzu as Passenger Pickup Vehicle (PPV).  The two companies will develop sales networks to sell the jointly-developed pickup truck in promising markets including Africa and the Midd...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2014/07/18

dium-duty six-wheel drive truck and a light-duty CNG truck. Hino exhibited a light-duty commercial EV platform and presented its vision of sharing the platform among buses and trucks.   Isuzu mu-X Isuzu Forward 6WD Isuzu Elf CNG-MPI   Isuzu mu-X Isuzu unveiled the three-row SUV, the PPV (Passenger Pickup Vehicle) in Japan. The model had been announced on October 31, 2013. The mu-X is produced in Thailand and exported to Australia,...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2013/12/27