BANGKOK, 27 Mar 2015 – Energy Minister Narongchai Akrasanee revealed that he has assigned related agencies to study possible approaches to promote the production of electric cars in Thailand within the next 3-5 years.
Mr. Narongchai said his ministry would look into the establishment of charging stations and battery replacement service, or specifically speaking, the strategic location of these stations. He stated that initially PTT Public Co. Ltd has expressed interest in providing the service. However, the process is possible only after laws are amended to allow oil service stations to legally offer battery charging service.
According to the minister, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha showed support for the production of the electric vehicles, following the global trend. The Prime Minister said Thailand must look into the future and provide necessary means that would enable electric cars to run in both city and in the remote areas.
General Prayut sets to lay down the required infrastructure within the next 3-5 years. He said the government would help pave ways for gas stations to offer the charging service by amending related laws.
