Malaysian EV chargers get ‘battery buffer’ to support grid
chargEV launched a battery energy storage system (BESS) to enhance EV charging by addressing power supply issues.
Electric Vehicle Imports in the Philippines Benefit from Expanded Zero-Tariff Rates
On May 15, 2024, the National Economic and Development Board (NEDA) of the Philippines approved an extension of the most-favored-nation (MFN) zero-tariff rate on more battery electric vehicles (EVs) and components. In addition, it upheld the decision to impose a temporary MFN zero-tariff import rate on 34 battery EV products until 2028. These temporary rates were first […]
Australia’s Pure Hydrogen to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles in Vietnam
Australian clean energy company Pure Hydrogen Corporation Limited announced on July 22 that it has signed an MoU with the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) to supply hydrogen fuel for vehicles in Vietnam.
Chinese EV makers urged to use parts made in Thailand
The Industry Ministry is requesting Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers assemble their EVs with at least 40% of parts sourced locally in a move to support the automotive supply chain in Thailand.
Cambodia: BYD to Open Auto Plant with 20,000 Unit Capacity
BYD will establish its second production base in Southeast Asia, and the location is Cambodia. It will build an electric vehicle assembly plant in Cambodia, and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet welcomed this.
SG boosts EV adoption with incentives and infrastructure expansion
The government is ramping up efforts to drive electric vehicle (EV) adoption with robust financial incentives and infrastructure expansions, said Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat.
Indonesia Targets Production of 600,000 EV Units by 2030
Coordinating Minister for Maritime and Investment Affairs Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan targets electric vehicle, or EV, production in Indonesia to reach 600,000 units by 2030. Luhut said this could reduce emissions by up to 160,000 tons of CO2 per year.
Indonesia launches first EV battery plant
JAKARTA – Indonesia launched its first electric vehicle battery plant on Wednesday, President Joko Widodo said, as Southeast Asian countries move to gain a foothold in the emerging industry.
