As Thailand’s EV3.0 policy expires, the new EV3.5 framework has officially reduced subsidies to 50,000 baht—and only for locally assembled EVs.

At the same time, the excise tax on imported EVs has risen sharply from 2% to 10%, effectively ending the era of low-cost imports.

This policy shift is accelerating a major transformation:

From importing to local assembly
Surging demand for domestic battery supply chains
Urgent need for local energy storage and charging infrastructure

With imported EVs losing incentives and becoming significantly more expensive, automakers are now under pressure to localize production—driving rapid growth in Thailand’s battery manufacturing, BESS deployment, and energy storage ecosystems.

Why This Matters for the Clean Energy & Storage Industry

Local assembly requires secure, scalable battery supply
EV growth increases demand for grid-scale and charging-station energy storage
Energy storage becomes a strategic asset for Thailand’s EV transition and energy security
Strong alignment with ESG goals and decarbonization pathways

Unlocking New Opportunities at ASEE – ASEAN Smart Energy & Energy Storage Expo

The convergence of EV policy reform, battery localization, and energy storage deployment is creating a massive growth window for battery manufacturers, BESS providers, inverter suppliers, and smart energy solution companies—exactly the core of the ASEE Energy Storage Pavilion.

Join Us at ASEE 2026 – Connect with Thailand & ASEAN’s Clean Energy & EV Ecosystem

Date: March 25–27, 2026
Venue: IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
VIP Registration: https://wg.hwvips.com/t.php?i=3

Source: https://www.nationthailand.com/business/automobile/40061166

Be part of ASEAN’s next phase of EV-driven energy storage growth at ASEE 2026!