China’s Zeekr and Xpeng Motors will begin delivering their electric vehicles to Thailand later this year while eyeing expansion to other Southeast Asian countries, as they seek further overseas growth amid slowing opportunities at home.
Why it matters: The news comes after Chinese car brands’ combined market share reportedly swelled by six points to 11% in Thailand in 2023, thanks to growing demand driven by favorable subsidies and tax breaks for EV purchases.
- Southeast Asia’s largest car producer and exporter, Thailand has also become a strategic location for…