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October 1st, 2009 — eco-car segment, nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today revealed the sketch of its global compact car. This model will be initially launched in Thailand in March 2010 and will be available in more than 150 countries.
At the same time, Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd. announced that the model will qualify as Thailand’s first “Eco-car.” Thai Eco-car government policy is effective today and will help promote the development of energy efficient vehicles.
September 1st, 2009 — eco-car segment, suzuki
India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India is looking to introduce a green car in the Indian market. Speaking to ET, Maruti Suzuki MD and CEO Shinzo Nakanishi said: “We stand a chance to have the eco-car in the Indian market.”
“It fits well into our product mix and we could utilise the Indo-Thai trade pact to bring in components at low taxes, thus making the car price-competitive for Indian customers,” he added. The huge potential for the fuel-efficient green model in the domestic market has prompted Maruti to bring the eco-car it’s parent company, Suzuki Motor (SMC), has developed for Thailand to India, he said.
SMC has been vying to produce a small car with a Euro IV engines of up to 1,300 cc under the Thai government’s special eco-car programme, delivering efficiency of 20 km per litre of fuel and under 120 grams of CO2 emissions per km. Such cars would attract huge excise benefits and concessional tax sops.
The company had earlier planned to set up capacity to manufacture 1.38 lakh eco cars (Cervo and other models) per year in Thailand, with $280 million investment.
The global slowdown put brakes on that plan. Under the Thai government’s plan, majority of these green cars were meant for exports and SMC had earlier planned to sell 10-15% of its total production in Thailand and export the rest to ASEAN and Australia.
Source : http://economictimes.indiatimes.com
July 17th, 2009 — eco-car segment, nissan
Thailand was chosen by Nissan Motor Thailand leads as First priority of producing New March/Micra (X02A) as Eco-car previllage ,use Dual Injection Technology for improved fuel efficiency.
July 14th, 2009 — eco-car segment
The Board of Investment plans to reduce import duties on materials and parts for eco-cars, to reduce prices and encourage buyers.
“We’d like to see eco-cars priced Bt100,000 cheaper than petrol or diesel-driven models. That would encourage car buyers to choose to purchase energy-saving and environmentally friendly cars,” said Industry Minister Charnchai Chairungrueng, who chaired a meeting of the BOI subcommittee on eco-cars yesterday.
The move will probably be approved under Article 30 of the Investment Promotion Act, which allows the BOI to cut import duties up to 90 per cent, but these incentives must be approved on a yearly basis.
BoI secretary-general Atchaka Sibunruang Brimble said the incentive scheme had not yet been finalised but it can be either increase the reduction of import duty for eco-cars to the maximum 90 per cent or extend the period of tax incentives more than one year.
The plan is expected to be approved by the BoI’s board at its monthly meeting tomorrow.
June 18th, 2009 — eco-car segment, honda, spyshot
Honda plans to produce Smaller car below Honda Jazz/Fit as A-segment category to hit small car market.Unknown Small car is 2 CV Codename will be built at India and Thailand early 2012,Especially Thailand entry to ECO-CAR Project get 17% tax priced.
The 2CV would be the first model from Honda that will be developed with India as a lead market. While Japan was the lead market for the Jazz, US was the lead market for the Accord and Civic and Thailand for City.
June 11th, 2009 — TaTa, eco-car segment
Tata Motors Ltd said on Wednesday its 5-billion-baht ($147 million) project to produce an “eco car” in Thailand by 2012 was still on track.
Ajit Venkataraman, chief executive of Tata’s Thai unit, dismissed local newspaper reports that the Indian car giant may be wavering on its Thai project.
Tata is one of six foreign carmakers applying for government incentives to manufacture mini passenger cars with at least an annual production capacity of 100,000 units, he told reporters. “We have made long-term commitments to Thailand and are a part of its automobile industry with plans to extend our product lines to include commercial vehicles and buses as well as eco-friendly, affordable small cars,” he said.
The Tata executive said its Thai eco-car would be an entirely different vehicle from the company’s Nano model, billed as the world’s cheapest car, that has attracted more than 203,000 bookings in India since April.
Nano production will start in early 2010 and full production will be achieved by late next year.
“Our eco-car project is going through its development process. We have several engine-size options, a decision to be dictated by market demand,” he said, referring to a government requirement for the car to be powered by up to 1,300-cc engines.
Other companies applying to invest in Thai eco-car projects are Toyota Motor , Mitsubishi Motors , Nissan Motor , Honda Motor and Suzuki Motor (7269.T).
Tata has sold nearly 600 one-tonne pick-up trucks since it entered the Thai market about a year ago. Venkataraman hoped to achieve, within five years, a 5 percent share of the Japanese- dominated segment in which 334,282 trucks were sold in 2008.
Tata and its local partner, Thonburi Automotive Assembly Plant Co, have invested in a 1.5-billion-baht joint venture to produce light trucks at Thonburi’s eastern Bangkok suburban plant.
Source:Reuters
January 28th, 2009 — Auto Sale Ranking, GM, Hyundai, eco-car segment, mitsubishi, nissan
Even Japan,China and some region of the globe to be success of Tiida sales But Mojority country was failed cause it is too small over the pricing to buy its,Then Next generation Tiida should be Bigger than current model at least widing body over than 1,695 mm. (Number 5 body tax in Japan).After discontinued Silvia S16 Nismoco will transfer HR16DET turbo engine to the Next Tiida.
January 11th, 2009 — Auto show / Motor Show, China Automotive Movement News, GM, Hyundai, Kia, RollsRoyce, crash test, eco-car segment, electric vehicle, lexus, mitsubishi, peugeot, toyota
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today announced that it will display the Toyota FT-EV concept on opening Media Day at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), confirming its plan to launch an urban commuter battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2012. This announcement, coupled with its compressed natural gas powered Camry Hybrid concept display at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, signal Toyota’s intention to broaden the scope of its advanced alternative-fuel vehicle development.
“Now, more than ever, while we are so focused on the pressing issues of the moment, we cannot lose sight of our future,” said Irv Miller, TMS Group Vice President, Environmental and Public Affairs. “Nowhere is this more important than with our industry’s duty and commitment to provide true sustainable mobility with vehicles that significantly reduce fuel consumption, our carbon footprint and overall greenhouse gases.” The FT-EV concept shares its platform with the revolutionary-new iQ urban commuter vehicle. Already a huge hit in Japan, the iQ is lightweight and seats four passengers in comfort and security, while delivering exceptional mileage, sporty performance, unique refinements and a fun, youthful image.
Toyota’s FT-EV concept imagines an urban dweller, driving up to 50 miles between home, work and other forms of public transportation, such as high-speed rail. Although, for now, the FT-EV remains a pure concept, it represents a natural pairing of product strategies. Continue reading →
November 30th, 2008 — eco-car segment, toyota
The Japanese carmaker Toyota Motor is reviewing its investment plan in Thailand, which may prompt the automaker to delay its eco-car project amid the alarming global market slump.
However, Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT) would continue another project, hybrid car production, which is due to begin in the middle of next year, said TMT vice-chairman Ninnart Chirathirapinyo.
”We are reviewing capacity expansion plans and have to set the priority for these projects’ implementation,” Mr Ninnart said yesterday.
”Some projects may be suspended depending on the situation, including eco-car production.
”The hybrid would not be delayed as the model is a response to the current market demand from consumers who prefer fuel-efficient vehicles.”
TMT, Thailand’s biggest carmaker, had planned to invest 4.6 billion baht in the eco-car project to make 100,000 units a year of the small, fuel-efficient cars, half of which would be exported.
The company earlier announced that it would reduce production volume by 20-25% or 40,000 units between December and April next year and cut total 2009 volume from 500,000 to 400,000 units due to weaker demand from abroad.
Mr Ninnart said the global vehicle market was expected to drop from 72 million units this year to 69 million in 2009. The US market alone would see a drop of 16% to 13.5 million units next year.
October 26th, 2008 — eco-car segment
Tata Motors (Thailand) is planning to make substantial investments for its eco car project following approval from the Board of Investment (BOI) in April. The company is working with the BOI to finalise the project details.
The government’s eco car policy mandates all manufacturers to meet stringent emission and safety requirements, including the Euro 4 emission norms and crash compliance. Tata Motors is in the process of developing the vehicle to meet these requirements as well as local customers’ preferences.
The company is evaluating land options with several industrial estates as a 500 rai plot will be needed for the construction of the manufacturing facility.
According to the regulations, all manufacturers should start their eco car productions within 66 months of project approval. Tata Motors plans to start production within this timeframe.
