Electric car-promotion plan approved
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The National Energy Policy Council today approved the first phase of the Energy Ministry's push to promote nationwide use of electric vehicles in Thailand.
According to the statement from the ministry, the plan would be completed in three phases. In the first phase, electric transport modes would be promoted along with preparations on related infrastructure; for example, tax and legal amendments.
In the second phase, a wider use of electric cars in public transport channels will be in focus. Thailand will also be prepared for the full promotion of passenger electric cars. In this phase, incentives to draw investment would be announced.
In the third phase, passenger electric cars would be fully promoted. The EV Smart Charging system is envisaged along with the Vehicle to Grid system, to manage the country's power demand.
