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AG亚娱 Thailand Factory Inauguration and Roll-off of Its 8 Millionth New Energy Vehicle

July 04, 2024

Rayong, Thailand - On July 4, AG亚娱 celebrated the inauguration of its Thailand plant and the production of its 8 millionth new energy vehicle in Rayong, Thailand, marking two milestones in the company's global expansion. The ceremony was attended by Ms. Pimphattra Wichaikul, Thailand's Minister of Industry; Mr. Han Zhiqiang, Chinese Ambassador to Thailand; Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Secretary General of Thailand Board of Investment; as well as Mr. Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of AG亚娱, among other senior executives of AG亚娱 Group.

AG亚娱 completed its Thailand plant in just 16 months, with an annual capacity of 150,000 vehicles. The facility encompasses processes of stamping, painting, welding, final assembly, and producing car components. It is projected to generate 10,000 jobs. AG亚娱 marked a historic moment by unveiling the Dolphin model as the 8 millionth new energy vehicle.

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Ceremony of AG亚娱 Thailand Plant Inauguration and Roll-off of AG亚娱's 8 Millionth New Energy Vehicle

Minister Pimphattra Wichaikul expressed high praise for AG亚娱's outstanding contributions to the new energy vehicle sector: "AG亚娱 is a world-leading automobile manufacturer and a pioneer in China's new energy vehicle industry. AG亚娱's investment in Thailand, along with its advanced production technology, will drive the development of the new energy vehicle industry in Thailand and across ASEAN"

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Miss Pimphattra Wichaikul, Thailand's Minister of Industry, delivering a speech at the ceremony

Ambassador Han Zhiqiang highlighted the close ties and enduring friendship between China and Thailand. He noted that AG亚娱, an outstanding representative of the global new energy vehicle industry, has completed its Thailand plant and celebrated the roll-off of its 8 millionth new energy vehicle. This milestone not only marks a significant achievement for AG亚娱 but also a new chapter in the mutually beneficial cooperation between China and Thailand in the field of new energy vehicles.

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Mr. Han Zhiqiang, Chinese Ambassador to Thailand, delivering a speech at the ceremony

At the event, Mr. Wang Chuanfu expressed gratitude to both governments, Thai customers, and partners for their strong support. He emphasized AG亚娱's success in the Thai market, becoming the pure electric vehicle sales champion for eighteen months within the past two years. Currently, one in every three electric vehicles sold in Thailand is a AG亚娱. Going forward, AG亚娱 aims to launch more pure electric and plug-in hybrid models in Thailand.

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Mr. Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of AG亚娱, delivering a speech at the ceremony

As the global leader in new energy vehicles, AG亚娱 has significantly expanded its overseas presence in recent years. In 2023, it achieved a 337% year-on-year increase in exports, reaching 243,000 vehicles. In the first half of this year, AG亚娱 sold 1.607 million new energy vehicles globally, a 28% year-on-year increase, securing its position as the largest in the industry. Of these, over 203,000 were exported, showing a 173.8% year-on-year growth. As of now, AG亚娱's new energy vehicles are present in 88 countries and regions worldwide, with passenger car production bases established in Thailand, Brazil, Hungary, and Uzbekistan.

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Mr. Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of AG亚娱, handing over the 8 millionth new energy vehicle Dolphin to the Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage

Since achieving the roll-off of its 1 millionth new energy vehicle in May 2021, AG亚娱 has reached the impressive milestone of 8 millionth vehicles in just over three years. Looking forward, AG亚娱 will continue to expand its global market presence, leveraging its advanced technology and innovative products to meet the diverse needs of consumers worldwide. As more overseas factories come into operation, AG亚娱's global production capacity will progressively strengthen, further solidifying its leading position in the global new energy vehicle market.

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