Thailand, once known as the "Detroit of Asia", occupies a pivotal position in the global automotive industry. Now, with the wave of electric vehicles (EVs) sweeping in, Thailand is facing an unprecedented opportunity for transformation. On July 3, led by the Thai Electric Vehicle Association and jointly established by 18 charging pile operators such as GAC Aion, Thailand has taken a solid step in building a complete electric vehicle ecosystem.
The rapid growth of Thailand's electric vehicle industry
The Thai government has set ambitious targets to produce 30% of electric vehicles by 2035 and has implemented a series of incentives to boost the industry. According to the Automobile Association of the Federation of Thai Industries, sales of electric vehicles in Thailand surged by 588.5% year-on-year to 13,454 units in 2022. This significant growth figure highlights the potential and vitality of Thailand's electric vehicle market.
GAC Aion's strategic investment
GAC Aion not only continues to innovate in product technology, but also shows forward-looking in market layout. The company plans to build a 15-kilometer supercharger network in Thailand, and has set an ambitious goal of building 25 charging stations in 2024 and 200 superchargers in 100 cities in Thailand by 2028. The implementation of this plan is expected to greatly alleviate the charging anxiety of Thai electric vehicle owners and improve the convenience of charging.
Pictured: GAC Aion jointly established the Thailand Charging Alliance
The significance of the establishment of the Thailand Charging Alliance
The establishment of the Thailand Charging Alliance brought together the strength of 18 charging pile operators, and GAC Aion, as an important member of them, signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation. The establishment of this alliance will promote the unification of charging standards and the interconnection of charging networks, and provide strong infrastructure support for the popularization of electric vehicles in Thailand and Southeast Asia.
Technological progress and innovation driven
GAC Aion's technological innovation is the key to its success in the Thai market. The company's magazine battery, ultra-rechargeable battery technology and A480 super charging pile are all leading technologies in the industry. In particular, its fast charging technology can achieve "5 minutes of charging and a range of more than 200 kilometers", which greatly improves the experience and market competitiveness of electric vehicles.
Epilogue
The rise of Thailand's electric vehicle industry has benefited from the government's active policy support, the rapid response of the market and the technological innovation of enterprises. GAC Aion's contribution to the establishment of the Thailand Charging Alliance not only accelerates the development of Thailand's electric vehicle industry, but also contributes Chinese wisdom and strength to the sustainable development of the global new energy vehicle industry. With the continuous improvement of charging infrastructure and technological innovation, Thailand is expected to become an important growth pole for the electric vehicle industry in Southeast Asia and even the world.
