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.
Singapore to stop registration of new diesel cars and taxis from Jan 1, 2025
SINGAPORE – New diesel cars and taxis will no longer be registered in Singapore starting from Jan 1, 2025, as part of a push by the Government to have all vehicles on the streets running on cleaner energy by 2040.
Malaysia encourages use of EVs
The Malaysian government has included the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in its National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) towards the goal of EVs accounting for 15% of all vehicles sold by the year 2030, rising to 80% by 2050.
EV insurance in the driver’s seat
Electric vehicle insurance has emerged as a crucial factor that could shape the future of Thailand’s burgeoning EV industry.
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.
