Chongqing Sokon Motor, a prominent Chinese vehicle manufacturer, has revealed its plans to enter the electric vehicle (EV) commercial market in Thailand. The company will be collaborating with a local firm on this venture. David Luo, the sales director of Chongqing Sokon Motor, expressed confidence in the potential growth of the commercial EV sector in Thailand and ASEAN, predicting an uptick in demand as the Thai economy expands.
The company has selected Thailand for its new EV production and export hub, primarily due to the country’s strong automotive supply chains in ASEAN and its reputation as a significant car production base. Collaborative discussions are underway with Planet EV Co for the manufacturing of battery-operated commercial vehicles, including vans and pickups.
Planet EV’s chief operating officer, Kittapart Wiriyachanta, stated that the company…
