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French, Chinese EV manufacturers to invest in Indonesia

French, Chinese EV manufacturers to invest in Indonesia

Indonesian Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita announced that three global electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers - France’s Citroen and China’s BYD and AION - have committed to establishing EV manufacturing plants in the Southeast Asian nation.

Malaysia Automotive Robotics and IoT Institute chief operating officer Mohd Sharulnizam Sarip. (Photo: thestar.com.my)

Malaysia accelerates electric vehicle growth

Malaysia’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is accelerating, with over 100,000 electrified vehicles recorded and more than 3,300 charging stations established nationwide to date, positioning the country as a key regional hub for EV innovation.

A Toyota Camry at the Thailand International Motor Expo 2024 on November 28 in Bangkok. Thailand has offered an olive branch to Japanese carmakers who helped build the nation into Southeast Asia's regional auto hub. (Photo : asia.nikkei.com)

Thailand loosens EV production regulations

Thailand’s Board of Investment (BoI) has announced that the government would extend deadlines for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers to meet domestic production quotas, addressing weak local market demand.

Illustrative photo (Photo: mgtc.gov.my)

Malaysia announces tax incentives for electric vehicles

The Malaysian Government has implemented several initiatives to encourage local companies to increase their efforts to manufacture electric vehicles (EVs) to support the development direction of the local automotive industry.

Indonesian Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi speaks to BTV after hosting a visit from B-Universe's top brass at his Jakarta office on September 3, 2024. (Photo: jakartaglobe.id)

Indonesia encourages people to embrace EVs​

Indonesian Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi is encouraging more people to embrace electric vehicles (EVs) in their lives as the country wishes to boost its e-mobility adoption.

Petroleum Authority of Thailand to focus on EV charging services (Photo: bangkokpost.com)

Petroleum Authority of Thailand to focus on EV charging services

The Petroleum Authority of Thailand (PTT) aims to focus more on electric vehicle (EV) charging services in line with Thailand's expanding EV market, but will consider adjusting its other EV-related businesses, including its electric car assembly operations.

A large number of visitors attend the VinFast brand launch event in the Philippines. (Photo: VNA)

VinFast signs agreements with first dealers in Philippines

Vietnamese EV maker VinFast on May 31 announced the signing of cooperation agreements with the first four Philippine dealers, paving the way for a strong retail network and solidly establishing the company's presence in the Southeast Asian country's electric vehicle market.

Customers in Europe will access to Bosch's extensive network of 700,000 charging points in 30 European countries. (Photo: courtesy of VinFast)

VinFast customers to access extensive network of 700,000 charging points in Europe

VinFast Auto on May 15 announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with Bosch, one of the leading global suppliers of automotive technology and services, giving VinFast customers in Europe access to Bosch's extensive network of 700,000 charging points in 30 European countries and providing them with the freedom and convenience to travel across Europe with confidence.

Vietnam’s export to India maintains growth momentum

Vietnam’s export to India maintains growth momentum

Vietnam kept its export growth momentum in the Indian market in 2023 after two-way trade hit a record high of 15 billion USD in 2022, Vietnamese trade counsellor in India Bui Trung Thuong told the Vietnam News Agency.
 Thailand aims to become EV production hub

Thailand aims to become EV production hub

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on March 22 reiterated his government's policy to promote the domestic manufacturing of electric vehicles (EVs) and parts in order to drive economy.