Foxconn and PTT to build EV plant in Thailand
Horizon Plus, a joint venture between Foxconn and energy company PTT, will establish a new EV manufacturing plant that occupies an area in Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor.
VinFast partners with ProLogium on solid-state EV batteries
Vietnamese automaker VinFast, which expects to launch two electric vehicles in Europe and the U.S. market this year, is partnering with Taiwanese battery startup ProLogium Technology on solid-state EV batteries for delivery as early as 2024, VinFast said in a statement.
Thai PM promises to accelerate Thailand’s electric vehicle future
The Thai PM wants to cement Thailand’s reputation as the biggest SE Asian hub for car manufacturing, and electric cars too. Currently Thailand is the world’s 10th largest manufacturer of vehicles (OICA 2021).
Developing an Electric Vehicle Ecosystem in Indonesia; Integrating the Upstream & Downstream Sectors
Over the past years we have mentioned on several occasions that the electric vehicle is the automotive industry’s future thanks to three key inter-related circumstances: (1) recent rapid technological developments that allow the electric vehicle battery to be more energy efficient, (2) the world’s eagerness to move away from fossil fuels toward renewable energy, and […]
Indonesia Says Foxconn May Invest in Projects for New Capital
Indonesia said Foxconn Technology Group is considering investing in the country’s new capital, a move that would bolster the $34 billion construction project.
IN FOCUS: Singapore’s electric vehicle revolution is coming – does this spell the end for petrol stations?
Tucked inside a petrol station along Tampines Avenue 2 are things you wouldn’t normally expect to find. The service station, which was revamped in 2017, now boasts a 24-hour fast-food drive-through, a parcel collection station and even a bicycle bay where cyclists can rest or pump up their tyres.
ESDM Teams Up with PLN, Pertamina to Expedite Electric Motorbike Conversion
The Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Ministry cooperated with state-owned electricity firm PLN and state-owned gas and oil firm Pertamina to accelerate the conversion of fuel-powered motorbikes to electric ones.
FTI says country needs to step up EV development
Thailand must speed up its electric vehicle (EV) development to stay ahead of Indonesia if it still wants to become a regional EV production hub, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
