Call for EV chargers to harness solar power
The growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) requires long-term planning to ensure adequate power supplies, with one idea being to build “micro grids” at charging stations, says Delta Electronics (Thailand) Plc.
BYD buys Rayong land for Thai EV plant, ASEAN hub
BYD has purchased a 96 hectare piece of land in Rayong, Thailand’s auto hub that’s south of Pattaya. The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) specialist will set up an EV factory in the eastern province, and the facility is expected to roll out 150,000 cars a year from 2024, Reuters reports.
Pos Indonesia accelerates implementation of green industry principles
State-owned postal company PT Pos Indonesia showcased commitment to accelerating implementation of green industry principles in running the logistics business, including through the use of electric vehicles and environment-friendly renewable energy.
EV adoption in Brunei remains low
Up to end of August, there are 19 electric vehicles (EVs) registered in Brunei Darussalam and the owners primarily use their own home charging units to power their vehicle.
China’s BYD signs land deal to build first electric vehicle plant in Thailand
Chinese electric carmaker BYD signed a land purchase deal on Thursday with WHA, Thailand’s largest industrial estate developer, to build its first electric vehicle (EV) production plant in South-east Asia.
Indonesia Ratifies RCEP Trade Deal, Pact With South Korea
The Indonesian parliament approved two major trade deals on Tuesday, backing membership of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and a bilateral pact with South Korea
Ho Chi Minh City seeks to develop electric bus system
The HCM City Department of Transport has proposed that the municipal People’s Committee use electric vehicles for its bus rapid transit (BRT) system to emit less noise and reduce air pollution.
U20 participants tour Jakarta on MRT, electric buses
Governor of Jakarta Anies Baswedan took several participants of the G20 Urban 20 (U20) Summit on a tour of the city on TransJakarta electric buses and the Jakarta MRT. “We invite them to see a new side of Jakarta,” the governor remarked in the Dukuh Atas area here on Monday.
