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Amid rising fuel prices, EV cars grab spotlight at Bangkok International Motor Show

Thousands attended the Bangkok International Motor Show this week where electric vehicles (EVs) were in the spotlight due to rising petrol prices and a government subsidy taking 15% off the price of some EV cars. The government is targeting production of 725,000 EV units a year, or 30% of total vehicle output, by 2030.
Last Updated : 30 March 2022, 13:30 IST

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The Bangkok International Motor Show saw thousands of car enthusiasts thronging the stands where electric vehicles (EVs) were showcased. Credit: Reuters Photo
The Bangkok International Motor Show saw thousands of car enthusiasts thronging the stands where electric vehicles (EVs) were showcased. Credit: Reuters Photo
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Major attractions at the expo were the EV cars due to rising petrol prices and a government subsidy taking 15% off the price of some EV cars. Credit: Reuters Photo
Major attractions at the expo were the EV cars due to rising petrol prices and a government subsidy taking 15% off the price of some EV cars. Credit: Reuters Photo
This year's motor show was also the first since government subsidies for EV buyers were introduced. Thai gasoline prices are around 40 baht ($1.20) per litre, up 50% from last year. And some see a switch to EVs as a way to save money. Credit: Reuters Photo
This year's motor show was also the first since government subsidies for EV buyers were introduced. Thai gasoline prices are around 40 baht ($1.20) per litre, up 50% from last year. And some see a switch to EVs as a way to save money. Credit: Reuters Photo
While many global car-makers displayed EVs, there were long queues to take a peek inside Great Wall Motor's competitively priced 'ORA Good Cat' model. Credit: Reuters Photo
While many global car-makers displayed EVs, there were long queues to take a peek inside Great Wall Motor's competitively priced 'ORA Good Cat' model. Credit: Reuters Photo
EV car Good Cat by Ora, a brand by Great Wall Motors, is displayed at the Bangkok International Motor show in Bangkok. Credit: Reuters Photo
EV car Good Cat by Ora, a brand by Great Wall Motors, is displayed at the Bangkok International Motor show in Bangkok. Credit: Reuters Photo
Domestic demand for EVs is crucial for a Thai government strategy to preserve its status as a major regional automaker. The government is targeting the production of 725,000 EV units a year, or 30% of total vehicle output, by 2030. Credit: Reuters Photo
Domestic demand for EVs is crucial for a Thai government strategy to preserve its status as a major regional automaker. The government is targeting the production of 725,000 EV units a year, or 30% of total vehicle output, by 2030. Credit: Reuters Photo
Despite the hype around EVs, some attending the motor show intend to stick to combustion engines due to concerns about the new technology. Credit: Reuters Photo
Despite the hype around EVs, some attending the motor show intend to stick to combustion engines due to concerns about the new technology. Credit: Reuters Photo
Thailand is Asia's fourth-largest auto assembly and export hub for companies like Toyota Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co Ltd. Credit: Reuters Photo
Thailand is Asia's fourth-largest auto assembly and export hub for companies like Toyota Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co Ltd. Credit: Reuters Photo
An EV car charging station is displayed by MG motor at the Bangkok International Motor Show in Bangkok, Thailand. Credit: Reuters Photo
An EV car charging station is displayed by MG motor at the Bangkok International Motor Show in Bangkok, Thailand. Credit: Reuters Photo
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Published 30 March 2022, 12:27 IST

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