About the Association
Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT)
Driving Thailand's electric vehicle industry towards becoming a regional hub.
Founding History
In early 2015, the Thai government recognized the importance of electric vehicle (EV) technology and began implementing concrete policies to promote the use of electric vehicles in the country.
With support from the government, academic institutions, and the private sector, discussions and collaborations led to the establishment of the Thai Electric Vehicle Association on September 14, 2015, at the Knowledge Exchange (KX) Building, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT). The association was officially registered on November 6, 2015.
The association aims to be a knowledge hub and center of collaboration in Thailand’s electric vehicle industry, promoting technological development and driving the industry towards sustainability.
Principles of
establishing an association
To promote the use of electric vehicles in Thailand, which will help reduce road pollution, especially in major cities, lead to more efficient use of energy in the transportation sector, and promote the manufacturing, development, and research of electric vehicles in Thailand, as well as support Thai entrepreneurs to become stronger and more competitive in the international market.
Objectives
of the Association
1.To support the exchange of knowledge and academic cooperation in the technology and innovation of all types of electric vehicles, including related technologies.
2.To support and provide advice on regulations, standards, and operations, as well as solutions to problems and obstacles that will lead to the promotion of the use, production, and research and development of electric vehicles in Thailand.
3.To promote and disseminate information on the correct, appropriate, and safe use of electric vehicles to the public and interested parties.
Launch event of the Thai Electric Vehicle Association and seminar “Driving Thai Electric Vehicles towards ASEAN”
December 3, 2015
Jupiter 4-5 Room, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani
The Thai Electric Vehicle Association, in collaboration with the Automotive Institute and Media International Co., Ltd., held the launch event for the Thai Electric Vehicle Association and a seminar on the topic “Driving Thai Electric Vehicles Towards ASEAN” on December 3, 2015, as part of the Motor Expo 2015 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani.
This event provides an excellent opportunity to officially introduce the association to the public, publicize government policy on promoting the use of electric vehicles in the country, and allow seminar participants to exchange ideas about the future and direction of the electric vehicle industry in Thailand. It also provides an opportunity for attendees to view the electric vehicle technologies on display at the event.
Launch event of the Thai Electric Vehicle Association and seminar
Driving Thai electric vehicles towards ASEAN
December 3, 2015 at Jupiter 4-5 Room,
IMPACT Muang Thong Thani
Registering the establishment of an association.
The Thai Electric Vehicle Association was officially registered by the Registrar of Associations of Bangkok under registration number J.5458/2558 on November 6, 2015. The announcement was published in the Royal Gazette, Volume 133, Section 2, pages 126-128, on January 7, 2016.
