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The Standard
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Standard
China's Zeekr says it did not sell or register zero-mileage used cars
The Zeekr EV car logo is displayed at the 46th Bangkok International Motor Show in Bangkok, Thailand, March 24, 2025. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa
Bangkok Post
01-07-2025
- Business
- Bangkok Post
Manufacturing production index up for 2 months in a row y/y
The political risk that threatens to undermine the government should become clearer this month, indicative of whether the manufacturing sector will decelerate after the Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) rose by 1.8% year-on-year in May for a second consecutive month to 100.79 points, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE). The Constitutional Court is scheduled to convene on Tuesday to consider a petition submitted by the Senate in a bid to oust Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over a contentious leaked recording of a phone call with Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen on the Thai-Cambodian territorial dispute. "The political problem has just started. Whether it will escalate or how the government will deal with it to prevent an impact on investment will soon be seen," said Passakorn Chairat, director-general of the OIE. Investment will hardly avoid the impact of growing concern over the government's stability as the premier is losing the trust of the public, Apichit Prasoprat, vice-chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries, said earlier. As of the end of May, the MPI grew steadily, driven by several factors, including car manufacturing, which increased by 12.8% year-on-year, and the value of exports, up by 18.4% cumulatively over an 11-month period. "Car bookings at the Motor Show prompted manufacturers to increase production to deliver cars to customers," said Mr Passakorn. Factories which sell products overseas also increased production to increase exports ahead of US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff of 36% on Thai imports, estimated to come into effect around July 8. In May, palm oil production soared by 25% due to more output and purchase orders from India, China and Myanmar. Sugar manufacturing also increased by 21% due to an increase in sugar cane as a result of an uptick in rainfall. Farmers also expanded their plantations because of higher crop prices. Capacity utilitsation stood at 61% in May, up from 56.6% in April. However, local air conditioner production fell by more than 10% year-on-year in May despite strong exports. This was due to a drop in domestic sales amid the rainy season and the import of low-cost air conditioners.
Bangkok Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- Bangkok Post
MPI up for two months in a row
The political risk that threatens to undermine the government should become clearer this month, indicative of whether the manufacturing sector will decelerate after the Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) rose by 1.8% year-on-year in May for a second consecutive month to 100.79 points, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE). The Constitutional Court is scheduled to convene on Tuesday to consider a petition submitted by the Senate in a bid to oust Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over a contentious leaked recording of a phone call with Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen on the Thai-Cambodian territorial dispute. "The political problem has just started. Whether it will escalate or how the government will deal with it to prevent an impact on investment will soon be seen," said Passakorn Chairat, director-general of the OIE. Investment will hardly avoid the impact of growing concern over the government's stability as the premier is losing the trust of the public, Apichit Prasoprat, vice-chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries, said earlier. As of the end of May, the MPI grew steadily, driven by several factors, including car manufacturing, which increased by 12.8% year-on-year, and the value of exports, up by 18.4% cumulatively over an 11-month period. "Car bookings at the Motor Show prompted manufacturers to increase production to deliver cars to customers," said Mr Passakorn. Factories which sell products overseas also increased production to increase exports ahead of US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff of 36% on Thai imports, estimated to come into effect around July 8. In May, palm oil production soared by 25% due to more output and purchase orders from India, China and Myanmar. Sugar manufacturing also increased by 21% due to an increase in sugar cane as a result of an uptick in rainfall. Farmers also expanded their plantations because of higher crop prices. Capacity utilitsation stood at 61% in May, up from 56.6% in April. However, local air conditioner production fell by more than 10% year-on-year in May despite strong exports. This was due to a drop in domestic sales amid the rainy season and the import of low-cost air conditioners.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Dorset charity raises record breaking funds at motor show
Dorset charity raises record amount of money following motor show. The Dorset Blind Association has raised over a staggering £37,000 following its ninth annual Motor Show. This follows an almost equally as impressive year in 2024 when over an impressive £29,000 was raised. The Motor Show welcomes together a wide range of vehicles plus entertainment all in the aid of charity. More than 6,000 guests visited Lulworth Castle last week to enjoy a brilliant display of vehicles, entertainment, local food and drink and over 50 retail and charity stalls. The Dorset Blind Association raised over £37,000 (Image: Yuugen Visuals) It was a record-breaking event in other ways as 280 vehicles from vintage and classic models to luxury supercars made an appearance at the show, drawing in motoring enthusiasts from all across the south. Sam Baker, the event organiser and community relations officer at Dorset Blind Association, said: 'We are absolutely blown away by the response to this year's Motor Show. 'The atmosphere was electric, and the support we've had from volunteers, car owners, sponsors and the local community has been overwhelming. These funds will help us continue providing vital services to blind and partially sighted people across Dorset.' The Motor Show's continued success is aided by generosity from its supporters including Platinum Sponsors, Blue Sky Financial Planning and supercar sponsors, Daizun, whose contributions were 'vital' to the event's success. Also playing a key role in this year's show were Porsche Centre Bournemouth who partnered with Blue Sky to bring an incredible line-up of Porsches to the display field, adding to the show's prestige and excitement. Some of the entertainment on offer (Image: Yuugen Visuals) Alongside the impressive collection of vehicles on display was entertainment from a variety of singers and performers including Jitterbug Jive, the Just Sing Choir, The Land Girls, Miss Lisa Locarno and the Bournemouth Carnival Band, as well as circus fun and children's activities provided by Jamie Jigsaw. Following the success of 2025, the Dorset Blind Association Motor Show for 2026 is already in the pipeline with the date to be announced soon. You can support the Dorset Blind Association and read about their work by visiting the website:
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
PICTURES: Thousands attend iconic setting for annual motor show
THOUSANDS of petrol heads have helped raise close to £40,000 in of Dorset's most iconic settings. The Dorset Blind Association has raised a record-breaking amount of money at its 9th annual Motor Show at Lulworth Castle. More than 6,000 visitors came through the gates to enjoy a spectacular display of vehicles, vibrant entertainment, local food and drink, and over 50 retail and charity stalls. This year the show welcomed a record-breaking 280 vehicles, from vintage and classic models to luxury supercars, drawing motoring enthusiasts from across the South. The charity says that the continued success of the Motor Show is only possible thanks to the incredible generosity of its supporters. It gave special thanks to this year's Platinum sponsors, Blue Sky Financial Planning, and Supercar sponsors, Daizun, whose contributions were 'vital' to the event's success. Also playing a key role in this year's show were Porsche Centre Bournemouth, who partnered with Blue Sky to bring an incredible line-up of Porsches to the display field, adding to the show's prestige and excitement. Entertainment on the day included performances by Jitterbug Jive, the Just Sing Choir, The Land Girls, Miss Lisa Locarno, and the Bournemouth Carnival Band, alongside circus fun and children's activities provided by Jamie Jigsaw. Sam Baker, event organiser and community relations officer at Dorset Blind Association, said: 'We are absolutely blown away by the response to this year's Motor Show. 'The atmosphere was electric, and the support we've had from volunteers, car owners, sponsors and the local community has been overwhelming. These funds will help us continue providing vital services to blind and partially sighted people across Dorset.' The charity offers support to blind or partially sighted people in the county by helping them adjust to living with sight loss, reduce isolation, develop skills and confidence for independence and maintain mental and physical well-being. As the Motor Show continues to grow in reputation and reach, the team is already looking ahead to its 10th anniversary event in 2026 with the date set to be announced very soon. For more information about the Dorset Blind Association and how you can support their work, visit
