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BOI backs Toyota’s THB1.49bn hydrogen Hilux production
BOI backs Toyota’s THB1.49bn hydrogen Hilux production
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026
BOI approves Toyota’s THB1.49bn hydrogen Hilux project in Thailand, with production due from December 2027 for export markets.Thailand plans 30% excise tax on fully imported EVs from 2027
Thailand plans 30% excise tax on fully imported EVs from 2027
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026
Thailand plans to raise excise tax on fully imported EVs to at least 30% from January 2027 to encourage local production and parts sourcing.Thailand weighs higher EV import taxes to support local industry
Thailand weighs higher EV import taxes to support local industry
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 08, 2026
Thailand's Cabinet has acknowledged a proposal to levy higher excise taxes on certain imported vehicles while favouring local EV production, domestic parts and investment.Thailand confident Toyota will keep production base despite regional competition
Thailand confident Toyota will keep production base despite regional competition
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
Thailand’s 30-year automotive supply chain and planned tax changes are expected to help retain Toyota and other Japanese manufacturers.Thailand plans auto tax overhaul after Indonesia’s Toyota bid
Thailand plans auto tax overhaul after Indonesia’s Toyota bid
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
The Finance Ministry aims to complete new excise rules by September, offering lower rates to carmakers that invest and source parts locallyDriving the Next Phase of Thailand's EV Journey: Advancing an Intelligent EV Ecosystem and High-Tech Manufacturing Hub
Driving the Next Phase of Thailand's EV Journey: Advancing an Intelligent EV Ecosystem and High-Tech Manufacturing Hub
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026
Thailand's electric vehicle (EV) market has experienced remarkable growth since entering the mass market in 2019. What began with only a few hundred vehicle registrations quickly expanded into the thousands and has continued its upward trajectory. The industry reached a significant milestone in 2025, when annual EV registrations surpassed 120,000 units for the first time, up from approximately 70,000 units in 2023.Japan Calls for ‘Level Playing Field’ to Protect Thailand's Automotive Hub in the AI Era
Japan Calls for ‘Level Playing Field’ to Protect Thailand's Automotive Hub in the AI Era
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
At the Nikkei Asia Forum, Japanese Ambassador Masato Otaka demands equal playing fields for auto manufacturing before detailing key energy stability pactsFTI’s Renewable Energy Industry Club Asserts “E20 is Thailand’s Long-Term Survival Plan”
FTI’s Renewable Energy Industry Club Asserts “E20 is Thailand’s Long-Term Survival Plan”
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
Extending Government Measures and Uniting Sectors to Drive E20 and Cut ImportsThailand braces for US trade ruling over labour, capacity claims
Thailand braces for US trade ruling over labour, capacity claims
TUESDAY, MAY 05, 2026
Thailand will meet USTR on May 13-14 to defend exporters against Section 301 claims on forced labour and overcapacity.Labour Ministry launches five upskilling courses to prepare workers for EEC industries
Labour Ministry launches five upskilling courses to prepare workers for EEC industries
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 08, 2025
Labour Minister Trinuch Thienthong unveils five new training programmes for over 11,000 workers to develop digital, AI, and automation skills in support of EEC investment.