automobile

  • Business NewsGearing down: Thai auto parts makers face shock as EVs speed ahead

    Gearing down: Thai auto parts makers face shock as EVs speed ahead

    Thai auto parts manufacturers for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles face significant disruption due to the rising popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), according to Tru Automotive, a supplier of auto parts under the TRW brand. Pornsak Ariyapongpairoj, Managing Director of Tru Automotive, stated that sales of parts for ICE cars are expected to decline as EV makers do not use…

  • Transport NewsThailand’s car industry slams the brakes: August downturn hits hard

    Thailand’s car industry slams the brakes: August downturn hits hard

    Thailand’s automotive industry is hitting the skids, with car manufacturing, domestic sales, and exports all taking a nosedive in August, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). Surapong Paisitpatanapong, Vice-Chairman and spokesperson for the federation’s Automotive Industry Club, sounded the alarm, pointing to tough times in securing auto loans as a major roadblock for domestic sales. In August, total…

  • AutomotiveHow to succeed in Thailand’s automotive market: Insights from SMM’s industry event

    How to succeed in Thailand’s automotive market: Insights from SMM’s industry event

    As one of the largest manufacturers in Southeast Asia, Thailand’s automotive industry boasts impressive growth opportunities, particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. In addition to its geographical location, competitive labour costs, well-developed infrastructure, and supportive business environment, the country also has a pro-investment government. Take, for example, the incentives for joint ventures between Thai and foreign companies to manufacture…

  • AutomotiveHow car colours affect safety and perception

    How car colours affect safety and perception

    What colour car are you looking for? Choosing the right car colour goes beyond aesthetics. It can influence safety, thermal comfort, and how you are perceived on the road. This guide delves into how car colour impacts various vehicle ownership and driving experience aspects. Car colours impact on safety Car colour plays a significant role in road safety. The visibility…

  • Technology NewsThe evolution of autonomous vehicles

    The evolution of autonomous vehicles

    At the crux of the current technological revolution resides artificial intelligence, which is acting as a catalyst for a remarkable transformation. AI is instrumental to the development and functioning of these self sustaining vehicles, not merely being a constituent, but essentially the fundamental framework enabling the enhancement of safety and efficiency of autonomous vehicles. As we investigate the varying degrees…

  • Technology NewsThe pros and cons of cloud computing

    The pros and cons of cloud computing

    Envision a scenario in which your automobile chauffeurs you to your chosen destination whilst you recline and savor the journey into cloud computing. This is not an unattainable aspiration, but rather the tangible existence of autonomous vehicles. These self operating wonders are reforming our transportation apparatuses, courtesy of the revolutionary amalgamation of artificial intelligence. AI is more than just a…

  • Business NewsThailand’s PTT Plc sees future in hydrogen fuel for vehicles

    Thailand’s PTT Plc sees future in hydrogen fuel for vehicles

    PTT Plc, Thailand’s national oil and gas conglomerate, is forecasting a future where hydrogen could potentially replace oil-powered vehicles, contributing to the reduction of air pollutants. This year, the company’s subsidiary Arun Plus, in collaboration with Taiwan’s Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., is planning to domestically produce electric vehicles (EVs). Additionally, PTT is partnering with various companies to advance the…

  • AutomotiveThailand’s journey from traffic jams to green mobility solutions

    Thailand’s journey from traffic jams to green mobility solutions

    In Thailand, the automobile transcends its conventional role as a mere vehicle for transportation; it is a critical component influencing lifestyles and mobility dynamics. Amidst the vibrant streets and evolving urban landscapes, an exploration of Thai cities unveils a sophisticated interplay among automobiles, cultural practices, and infrastructural developments. This article aims to elucidate how automobiles significantly impact daily existence –…