ximum output of 118 kW and the maximum torque of 385 Nm. These engines are mated to a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. The new Ford Everest will be introduced to the global market in 2015. In Asia Pacific, it will be available in China, Australia, New Zealand, India, and markets across the ASEAN region. Ford will also introduce the rugged SUV to Sub-Saharan Africa and South Africa. The new Ford Everest will be manufactured by AutoAllianc...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/01

ation (THACO), in collaboration with Daimler Buses, held a launch event on May 8 in Chu Lai (Quang Nam), Vietnam to introduce the high-end Mercedes-Benz RS 1936 bus and announce its export to the Thai market. This event strengthens THACO’s role as the key production hub for Mercedes-Benz buses in ASEAN. Specifically developed for the Thai market, the bus is based on the Mercedes-Benz RS 1936 chassis and features a European-style design, strong ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/01

mer Suzuki plant in Rayong, Thailand Ford starts production of new Focus in Thailand Ford Ranger Super Duty truck to arrive in 2026; developed in Australia, manufactured in Thailand Ford announced the fully redesigned compact car "Focus" on August 8. Also, Ford will begin its exports to ASEAN countries and Australia within August. The new "Focus" is available in two types of a 4-door sedan and a 5-door hatchback and equipped with eith...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/31

f BYD will reach a million to 1.2 million mark. Berjaya Corporation Berhad of Malaysia and BYD Auto have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to build a passenger car assembly plant. BYD's right-hand drive F0 1.0 liter automobile will be assembled in Malaysia, targeting at Malaysian and ASEAN markets. The investment includes a feasibility study on the conversion of the F0's left-hand drive version to a right-hand drive version and rel...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/31

vehicles (BEVs) with the Western European market as the focus, planning to establish a European branch in 2023. For the Asia-Pacific market, the Group will introduce ICE vehicles (including hybrid vehicles) and BEVs, establish production sites in Malaysia, Thailand, and Myanmar at least, radiate to ASEAN countries, and build Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia into core markets with a sales volume of 10,000 units. For the Middle Ea...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Chery Corporate Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (CCMSB), Shah Alam plant Jaecoo: J7 (2024-), J7 PHV (2024-), J8 (2025-); Omoda: C9 (2024-), C9 PHV (2026-); Chery's plant in Malaysia, focusing on the manufacturing of Jaecoo models (CKD). Production started in 2024 - Production started in 2024 Chery Malaysia opens new plant in Shah Alam industrial zone; first in ASEAN to produce Jaecoo J7 SUV Chery Malaysia launches C9 by Jaecoo SUV; locally assembled Jaecoo J...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/19

d. in 2016, Farizon Auto is a new energy commercial vehicle brand. Myoung Shin Group is a Korean automotive parts supplier with large manufacturing sites in Korea and Brazil. The partnership will enable the companies to build a green industrial chain for the automotive industries in Korea and other ASEAN countries. Farizon Auto aims to sell 12,000 Xingxiang V-based customized models in Korea in the coming three years. Farizon Auto will launch the...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/19

etter of Intent for merger and acquisition (LOI for M&A) with WM Motor, planning to issue a certain number of new shares to acquire 100% of the equity held by its shareholders. For overseas expansion, WM Motor has launched various cooperative projects in such regions as the EU, the Middle East, and ASEAN. Some WM Motor models have already been WVTA- and SSTA-certified by the EU, e.g., the WVTA-certified EX5 and the SSTA-certified E5. On June 30, ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/18

etter of Intent for merger and acquisition (LOI for M&A) with WM Motor, planning to issue a certain number of new shares to acquire 100% of the equity held by its shareholders. For overseas expansion, WM Motor has launched various cooperative projects in such regions as the EU, the Middle East, and ASEAN. Some WM Motor models have already been WVTA- and SSTA-certified by the EU, e.g., the WVTA-certified EX5 and the SSTA-certified E5. According to...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/18

fifth model to join BMW Group Malaysia's portfolio of locally-assembled vehicles. Operating since 2008, the Kulim plant has produced BMW Group models more than 12,000 vehicles to date. Land Rover (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is positive on the possibility of local assembly for several models to cater for the ASEAN market. The company has assembled the Defender by Inokom in Kulim. The Discovery and Freelander also were assembled in Shah Alam, but the operat...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/18

nd India. Exports of parts and accessories rose by 30% to THB 3.4 billion due to the increasing demand in Malaysia, Australia and India. In 2015, Honda's plants in Thailand produced 170,607 vehicles. Honda Thailand has revealed the first official images of the 2016 Civic that will be offered in the ASEAN market soon. For Thailand, the new Civic will come with an usual 1.8-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine and a new 1.5-liter VTEC TURBO ga...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/16

nd India. Exports of parts and accessories rose by 30% to THB 3.4 billion due to the increasing demand in Malaysia, Australia and India. In 2015, Honda's plants in Thailand produced 170,607 vehicles. Honda Thailand has revealed the first official images of the 2016 Civic that will be offered in the ASEAN market soon. For Thailand, the new Civic will come with an usual 1.8-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine and a new 1.5-liter VTEC TURBO ga...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/16

ding MYR 560 million for manufacturing, MYR 216 million for R&D, and MYR 65 million for network expansion. The initiative is expected to create over 3,200 jobs and achieve a production localization rate of over 40%. Additionally, Jetour aims to position Malaysia as a regional export base, targeting ASEAN, Oceania, and the Middle East markets. Malaysia will also serve as Jetour’s Asia-Pacific (APAC) R&D hub, supported by contributions from Jetou...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/16

he Mizushima Plant has been discontinued. On January 15 Mitsubishi Motors began shipping a new Eclipse Cross compact SUV volume production model for the North American market. The Eclipse Cross is produced at the OEM’s Okazaki Plant and already available in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the ASEAN region. The company plans to launch the vehicle in Japan in March. The North American spec vehicle has a 1.5L downsized direct injection turbo e...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/11

mber 1, 2024, and no less than 10,000 units per year before March 1, 2025. Meanwhile, BAIC will provide relevant technical support and training as well as guidance and supervision on the assembly and manufacturing process. BAIC will also be responsible for the sales and marketing of vehicles in the ASEAN region.The first models planned for production were said to be the BJ40 Plus and X55II SUVs. Reported on September 2, Great Wall Motor Malaysia ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/10

mponents from Japan, and build the vehicles at a facility operated by its partner Tan Chong Group. The company aims to churn out 10,000 Foresters a year as well as double the production volume of the Subaru XV, which has been produced there since 2012. The vehicles built in Malaysia will be sold in ASEAN countries. Motor Image Malaysia is set to expand its domestic network of Subaru vehicles from the current five branches and 11 dealers to six br...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/06

one full charge. Both versions feature an electric motor that churns out a peak output of 170 hp and 250 Nm torque. Announced on May 13, MG demonstrated its latest progress in preparation for its 2nd decade in Thailand with a goal to be a production hub for both Thailand and other countries across ASEAN. Under an investment budget of THB 30 billion, its 437.5-rai area facility in Chonburi is divided into 2 zones. The first zone is a 300-rai plot...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/06

anufacturing displayed the "Myvi" at the U.K. motor show 2006, and started exporting to the U.K. the 1,300 cc model with an automatic transmission in July 2006. The company shipped 500 cars to the U.K. in the year. It also started export to Indonesia in April 2007, and aims to export 4,000 units in ASEAN countries in 2007. Furthermore, it considers the export to the Middle East. Perodua introduced the face-lifted Myvy, its most popular compact ca...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/02

cility, shared with Chery’s separate electrified vehicle brand, are set to begin in Q4 2025, with production aimed at both domestic sales and exports under government incentives. The THB 5 billion factory is expected to produce 80,000 units annually. Omoda & Jaecoo focuses on NEVs in Thailand. In ASEAN, it has also also begun producing both pure ICE models and electrified vehicles in Indonesia and Malaysia. Local sales for Omoda & Jaecoo (Thail...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/27

be 1,000 to 1,500 units. Hyundai Indonesia signed a technological licensing contract with its parent company in Korea on domestic assembly production of the MPV "H1" in Indonesia. It is aiming to start production in the fourth quarter. Positioning Indonesia as the production hub of the "H1" for the ASEAN market, the company is intending to achieve a local procurement rate of more than 40 percent in the territory to enjoy the Common Effective Pref...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/25