GWM Makes History as the First Chinese OEM to Mass-Produce EV Overseas
GWM achieves a groundbreaking milestone as the GWM Ora 03, also known as the GWM Ora Good Cat, rolls off the production line at the GWM Rayong factory in Thailand.
Isuzu Announces 3.2 Billion Baht Investment in Thai Production Base for EV Pickups
Isuzu announces a 32 billion baht investment to produce electric pickup trucks in Thailand over the next 5 years, with plans for export to Norway.
The Awakening of the Cellulose Nanofiber Market: Boosting Decarbonization with a Plant-Based, Light, and Strong Material
Cellulose nanofiber (CNF) is a plant-based material as strong as iron but lighter. It is expected to reduce the consumption of fossil resources and expand the recycling of plastics…
Car Production in November 2023 totaled 163,337 units
The November production reached at 163,337 units, decreased 14.10% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,708,042 units, rising 0.65%.
Commercial Vehicles Face Challenges in Southeast Asia Amid Market Deterioration and Decarbonization Trends
Challenges in Commercial Vehicles Industry persist! Isuzu adapts, Hino faces losses. 2024 merger with Mitsubishi Fuso sparks intrigue. Navigating global trends and decarbonization.…
Automotive Industry Rebounds in 2023: Car Production and Sales Surge Amid Semiconductor Relief
2023 Auto Industry Recap: Global car production and sales bounce back as the semiconductor shortage eases. China drives EV shift, US faces challenges with rising labor costs. Read …
Car Production in October 2023 totaled 158,734 units
The October production reached at 158,734 units, decreased 7.02% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,544,705 units, rising 0.65%.
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OKAMOTO Leads the Way with 'Automatic Grinding Machines' at METALEX 2023
Cutting-edge automatic grinding solutions from Okamoto make their debut at METALEX 2023, driving the transition towards an innovation-rich manufacturing era.
Winnonie Establishes Joint Venture with BTS Group to Launch EV Bike Hire Purchase Business for Motorcycle Taxi Drivers
Winnonie Establishes Joint Venture with BTS Group to Launch EV Bike Hire Purchase Business for Motorcycle Taxi Drivers, Reaffirming Leadership as a Service Provider of Battery as a…
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Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers.
Car Production in September 2023 totaled 150,657 units
The September production reached at 164,093 units, decreased 8.45% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,385,971 units, rising 1.61%%.
Toshiba Improves LiDAR Software to Track 99.9% of Objects
Toshiba has improved the software for its high-performance LiDAR sensor and developed technology that can track objects such as vehicles and people with 99.9% accuracy.
Toyota adds SUV type to “Century” and considering overseas sales for the first time
Toyota has unveiled the new Century SUV model for the first time in the world, ready to enter the high-end market in foreign countries. Previously, the "Century" was the highest fl…
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in June 2023
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in June 2023 totaled 16,549 units. High growth figures were HEV and BEV rose 33% and 796% (YoY) in order.
Advances in FSW Technology for EV Component Production
Friction Stir Welding (FSW) technology has achieved significant strides in producing EV parts and components like battery systems, cooling systems, and chassis. Yet, for small and …
Car Production in August 2023 totaled 150,657 units
The August production reached at 150,657 units, decreased 12.27% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,221,878 units, rising 3.13%.
Isuzu's EV Truck US$1.35 Billion Investment, Set to Launch in 2024
Isuzu Motors is getting ready to make a big leap into electric trucks with a huge investment of US$1.35 billion next year and start producing electric trucks in 2024.
Polyplastics' New DURAFIDE (R) PPS Grade Delivers Exceptional Heat Resistance for EV Lithium-ion Batteries
DURAFIDE (R) PPS 6150T73 is Polyplastics' latest offering for the transformative electric vehicle segment.
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in May 2023
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in May 2023 totaled 14,739 units. High growth figures were HEV and BEV rose 49% and 837% (YoY) in order.
Auto Manufacturing Serious Commitment to Achieving Zero CO2 Emissions by 2050
Auto manufacturing is determined to reach zero CO2 emissions by 2050. Innovations like brake pad enhancements and laser heat treatments lead the way, while internal carbon pricing …
Tsukuba University Unveils 2027 Industry Hub for Drone and Self-Driving Facilities, with 15 Billion Yen Investment
Tsukuba University is launching a 2027 collaboration hub with a 15 billion yen investment. This initiative is for drone and self-driving car trials, plus a facility for 20 partner …
Revolutionize Construction with Robots and Technology
Japan's construction industry is shaping a new landscape by integrating material handling robots and IoT technologies on job sites. With the aim of closing the labor shortage gap, …
14 Years of R&D Growth of Japanese Companies - Toyota Tops with 1.24 Trillion Yen
R&D spending has risen continuously for 14 years, with Toyota leading at 1.24 trillion yen. A study of 154 companies revealed a 6.8% increase in fiscal 2023 compared to the previou…
Car Production in July 2023 totaled 149,709 units
The July production reached at 149,709 units, increased 4.72% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,071,221 units, rising 0.66%.
AION Ships the First Batch of AION Y Plus EVs to Thailand, Bringing New E-mobility Experiences to Local Customers
GAC AION ("AION" or "the Company"), an emerging new energy vehicle manufacturer under Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC), announced that a total of 100 AION Y Plus electric vehicles …
AI ushers in a new era for Japan Airlines: Predicting Engine Blade Failures
Japan Airlines (JAL) has embarked to develop inspection tools utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and image recognition technology to examine turbine blades. Successful implemen…
CATL Launches Superfast Charging Battery Shenxing, Opens Up Era of EV Superfast Charging
CATL launched Shenxing, the world's first 4C superfast charging LFP battery, capable of delivering 400 km of driving range with a 10-minute charge as well as a range of over 700 km…
Driving the Shift from Automobile to Mobility: Full Automation with Driving Assistance
The shift from Automobile to Mobility is being driven by ever-increasing in-vehicle driver assistance systems. While the fully automated driving system will be deployed in public v…
Toshiba Develops Ultra-Compact Sensor Enables Real-Time Mixed Gas Concentration Measurement
In a significant advancement, Toshiba has unveiled a cutting-edge technology that revolutionizes the way we measure mixed gas concentrations. This innovation offers immediate, real…
Nissan global EV sales surpass 1-million-unit milestone
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announces today that its global sales of electric vehicles have surpassed the 1 million unit milestone.
Generative AI Faces Escalating Regulatory Tighten
Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is being seen as a potential risk to humanity's future, leading many countries to increase regulations for controlling Generative AI. Let's take a l…
Car Production in June 2023 totaled 145,557 units
The June production reached at 145,557 units, increased 1.78% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 921,512 units, rising 5.91%.
Graphite Parts Manufacturing by MST Corporation Thai
MST Corporation Thai is a leading graphite manufacturing factory in Thailand, specializing in the production of precise graphite parts for various industries. This includes items r…
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in April 2023
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in April 2023 totaled 10,889 units. High growth figures were HEV and BEV rose 32% and 886% (YoY) in order.
BYD's Denza Launches N7 to Compete with Tesla Model Y
Denza's new N7 electric SUV, rivaling Tesla's Model Y, was unveiled with great anticipation during a livestream event on Weibo, attracting nearly 2 million views.
Car Production in May 2023 totaled 150,532 units
The May production reached at 150,532 units, increased 16.48% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 775,955 units, rising 6.72%.
THE INVENTOR OF THE FIRST EVER HANDHELD SELF-POSITIONING 3D LASER SCANNER ACHIEVES ANOTHER BREAKTHROUGH WITH ITS NEW HANDYSCAN BLACK|ELITE LIMITED
Optimized manufacturing and calibration processes enable Creaform’s flagship metrology-grade 3D scanners to deliver 12 microns accuracy, setting a new industry standard for handhel…
Arun Plus Joins Hands with CATL, World’s Biggest EV Battery Manufacturer, Marking the First Step to Become EV Battery Hub of ASEAN
Having reached the agreement on EV battery cell-to-pack (CTP) cooperation in Thailand, Arun Plus Company Limited (Arun Plus), EV flagship of PTT Plc., aims to serve EV car manufact…
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in March 2023
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in March 2023 totaled 16,490 units. High growth figures were HEV and BEV rose 21% and 892% (YoY) in order.
Car Production in April 2023 totaled 117,636 units
The April production reached at 117,636 units, decreased 0.13% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 625,423 units, rising 4.61%.
BOI Emphasizes Thailand’s Strength in Comprehensive EV Production Benz Camp announces full EV
BOI presents Mercedes-Benz executives from around the world. This shows the readiness of Thailand to be the center of the electric vehicle industry in the region.
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in February 2023
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in February 2023 totaled 14,778 units. High growth figures were HEV, PHEV and BEV rose 47% 31% and 1,464% (YoY) in order.
Car Production in March 2023 totaled 179,848 units
The March production reached at 179,848 units, increased 4.16% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 507,787 units, rising 5.77%.
CATL launches condensed battery with an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg, enables electrification of passenger aircrafts
CATL condensed battery, a cutting-edge battery technology, was launched at Auto Shanghai. With an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg, opening up a brand-new electrification scenario…
Thailand Becomes Changan Auto's First Right-Hand Drive EV Production Base Outside of China with 9.8 Billion Baht Investment
Changan Automobile, a leading Chinese car manufacturer, has recently announced it will invest 9.8 billion baht in Thailand, to set up its first right-hand drive electric vehicle pr…
Car Production in February 2023 totaled 165,612 units
The February production reached at 165,612 units, increased 6.39% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 327,939 units, rising 6.68%.
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in January 2023
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in January 2023 totaled 11,778 units. High growth figures were HEV, PHEV and BEV rose 77% 33% and 1,018% (YoY) in order.
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers.
Yutong Takes Top Spot in European Electric Bus Market for 2022
Yutong Bus, a leading global manufacturer of electric buses, led sales of electric buses in Europe last year on the strength of its high-quality vehicles.
Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in December 2022
The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in December 2022 totaled 6,346 units. High growth figures were HEV, PHEV and BEV rose 84% 23% and 782% (YoY) in order.