Chinese EV carmakers dominate Bangkok motor show, signalling shift in ASEAN auto market

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers took centre stage at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show, underscoring their growing influence in Southeast Asia’s passenger car market and signalling intensifying global competition in electric mobility.

Brands including BYD, Great Wall Motor and Changan Automobile unveiled or promoted a range of electric and plug-in hybrid SUVs and sedans, targeting Thailand’s rapidly expanding EV segment.

The 2025 International MotorXpo Hong Kong and Tokyo Auto Salon

 The International MotorXpo Hong Kong and the Tokyo Auto Salon are two of Asia’s most compelling automotive showcases, each reflecting a different face of car culture yet sharing a single purpose: to thrill, inspire and set trends. MotorXpo Hong Kong has evolved into a cosmopolitan display of premium mobility and boutique engineering, while the Tokyo Auto Salon remains the incandescent heart of Japanese tuning — raw, inventive and unapologetically loud.

The Melbourne Motor Show is back

After a break of 13 years, the Melbourne Motor Show is back. 

The Melbourne Motor Show 2025 will be held on April 5-6, 2025, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). The event hours are 9:30 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM on Sunday.

Official website: melbournemotorshow.au

Snapshot of the The 46th Bangkok International Motor Show

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