Bangkok, The electric vehicle industry sector spoke at the seminar "Dailynews Talk 2024" (Dailynews Talk 2024) "Checking the readiness of Thai vehicles. To the world's top ten Sustainability in the topic 'Where will the future of combustion cars and EVs go? Noel Thai is ready to become a production center for EV electric vehicles. The government must be open and accelerate support in all aspects to make Thailand a complete electric vehicle production center. Mr. Kritsada Uttamote, President of the Thai Electric Vehicle Association, said that the association has been established since 2015, when there were few electric vehicles on the market. Currently, there are 390 members, consisting of car, parts, and insurance companies related to the entire electric train system. The association is considered the front line in providing information to various companies. that will enter Thailand, such as Tesla, the association has also provided information. The electric vehicle industry is growing around the world due to many countries wanting to change their transportation systems. With consideration to the environment Zero carbon emissions, etc., which is considered a fairly big deal. However, if you look at the sales of electric cars around the world, there is a chance that they will continue to grow. It is expected that in 2035 it will account for more than half of the automobile market. China will be a very large market. More than half of the world As for ASEAN, there are changes. There are electric car companies setting up factories in many countries in the region. But Thailand has more opportunities from supportive government policies. Makes the use of electric trains increase. And there are foreign companies coming to set up production plants. In the third quarter of 2023, there were sales of 5 electric cars. At the end of the year, there were 76,000 registered vehicles. There were a total of 54 car models sold from 25 brands at the end of last year. The response was good, resulting in growth, mostly electric cars fr om China. As for charging stations, there are 9,600 chargers from 2,200 locations, a ratio of approximately 20 cars per 1 charger. This year will see new brands entering again, and competition will be more intense. Especially in terms of price The benefit will be to the consumer. As for entrepreneurs, they must adapt. However, I would like to see government guidelines to support the EV 3.0 to EV 3.5 policy, making it possible for Thailand to have more electric vehicles in the future. One thing that the government sector must consider is how to dispose of batteries. Must be implemented in a complete manner The association has discussed with the president. To request space for battery management as a specific area in the EEC To be a comprehensive battery management base, where electric vehicles will use fewer parts, so the value will be in batteries. In the past, Thai imports were 100%, but now a production factory has been established. There is an opportunity for parts manufacturers to come and set up factori es in Thailand. to produce parts for electric train factories, which in Thailand It will be an electric motorcycle hub. There is a real possibility of this happening. When looking at different countries In ASEAN there is no policy Promote Thai style that provides various privileges such as excise tax Including Thailand must support renewable energy. more green energy Because foreign companies attach importance to this matter when setting up factories. In addition, the government must promote people. In the electric rail industry and the readiness of the labor sector and teaching curriculum must be developed. Support the future labor market The government must join hands with the private sector to provide workers and students with internships. and must push Dean to create joint venture trade in Thai trade and cars produced from Thailand are of high quality Accepted from other countries There are many opportunities to distribute products from Thailand to foreign countries. Mr. Phongsak Lertruedeewattanawong De puty Managing Director of MG Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. said that Asia is the largest market in car sales and accounts for 9.9 million EVs worldwide, equal to 14%. The market with the highest growth rate is the market that does not have its own energy. For Thailand, combustion cars or gasoline cars will not disappear from the market. What to do? How to make combustion cars and EVs grow together, with EV cars being a supplement. The Thai car market last year had sales of 770,000 vehicles, of which 70,000 were EV cars, but only 10%, but there is still room for growth. This year there should be sales of up to 100,000 cars, thanks to the government's support for this matter. With a target of producing 30%, it is highly possible. But most of them will be passenger cars first. Thailand still lacks batteries. Because the state still views it as a prohibited item that must be tested, it is more of an obstacle than an opportunity. Therefore, I want the government sector Promote demand or needs in the country first Wh ich Thailand is ready in every matter regarding electric trains or EVs. But Thailand only lacks batteries. The Thai private sector has potential. But he still hasn't jumped in to play. I want the government to encourage the private sector to come in. which the Thai private sector can definitely do Both production and recycling Which EV car batteries It is a high quality battery that can be reused. before taking it for recycling 'Getting Thailand into the top 10 car manufacturers is not difficult, but making it sustainable considered difficult When the industry is disrupted will change The world changes all the time We must own the technology. to help create sustainability Otherwise, it will be overtaken by competitors. Because the Thai market is not big. Owning the technology itself is more sustainable. Including new trade rules will use environmental issues to prevent trade It is seen that Thailand has more opportunities than other countries in ASEAN because it is not an enemy of anyone. Therefore, it is se en that China and Europe have come to invest in Thailand, pushing for environmental issues. It will be an extra person to help. Reduce trade barriers In Thailand, how can you take advantage? from countries in conflict which is about the electric train There is a security system issue. There is a connection system. There is software involved. Thailand has people who are good at software. Therefore, it is an opportunity for Thailand,' Mr. Phongsak said. Mr. Suwat Suphakandechakul The President of the Thai Automotive Industry Association said that The Thai automotive industry is the 10th largest producer in the world, with 49 companies affecting the transition from combustion vehicles to electric vehicles. With the entry of electric cars, there are currently 44 brands and 78 models. Nearly half are electric cars from China. The best-selling model is 37% priced under 1 million baht, and more than half the price is under 2 million baht. Price competition is very fierce. In this regard, information on automobiles in Thailand in 2022 (2022) will produce 1.88 million vehicles and will increase this year to 1.9 million vehicles, most of which will be exported abroad, 1.15 million vehicles, and sold domestically, 750,000 vehicles. Thailand is number one in ASEAN. As for the electric vehicle market in Thailand There are 76,000 registered vehicles, much more than other countries in ASEAN. Which is followed by Malaysia with just over 10,000 cars only. Looking at the change in the production of electric vehicles Makes combustion cars go down In addition, many export markets in many regions are good, especially in Asia, with ASEAN being a large market. Vietnam has decreased demand due to economic problems. which continent Oceania The Middle East is very positive. As a result, the overall picture of export opportunities is still slightly positive. Therefore, we see that from an industry perspective, if there is demand and there are buyers, it is an opportunity. But the entry of new car models of new brands does not answer the current supply chain needs. Can engine production be changed to motor production? There may already be a manufacturer. The important thing is the problem of entrepreneurs. Made on combustion parts to electric cars and is produced according to EV 3.0 and EV 3.5 policies However, there are obstacles that must be seen by the government sector. Because even though we have money, capital, and technology, are there people who will buy it? Drawing buyers to manufacturers If you have purchasing power, it will happen. While the new world trade rules Accept that it is inevitable that each country must have low carbon issues. carbon neutral What is clear is Cars are measured in CO2, which the Thai market has a lot of export market ties with. Making it adapt to the automotive trends of the world Similar to FTA free trade agreements, currently there are 14 FTAs ??with 18 countries, mainly in ASEAN, and when Thailand is ranked 10th in the world but is a manufacturer, not a brand owner. And there are many other FTA negotia tions that are currently being negotiated. This must be looked at in accordance with the lack of production bases in that country. Must be educational And it will be a good point if FTA can be opened, it will increase exports. 'If the government continues to promote automobiles, Thailand can produce a lot. Thailand has pickup trucks and eco-cars that are champion products. You have to see which country you're going to. You also have to look at what kind of power trends are in that country. And what I would like to say to Mr. Settha Thavisin, the Prime Minister, is that in the automotive industry, he wants to increase the export market abroad. But we have to look at which trading partners export more than import. I want to leave it to the government as a sensitive matter. One thing that can be done is that the association provides useful information. I want the government sector to choose to open the market, find a market, and allow the automotive industry to move forward. Previously, the main players in the automobile industry were Japan, Europe, and China became a major player. Viewed as beneficial in increasing production capacity This causes the need to adjust the perspective of the government sector. Continue to promote and support and listen to the voices of entrepreneurs. We must help make the international market increase even more,' Mr. Suwat said. Source: Thai News Agency
Monday, September 16, 2024