BANGKOK -- Thailand has rolled out a package of incentives to promote the manufacturing of electric vehicles, as the country known as "the Detroit of Southeast Asia" seeks to lure younger Chinese companies with new-energy technologies.
Program targets Chinese makers, with 30% output goal in 2030

Chinese carmakers, such as SAIC Motor, have moved more aggressively into Thailand's EV market in recent years. (Photo by Yohei Muramatsu)
BANGKOK -- Thailand has rolled out a package of incentives to promote the manufacturing of electric vehicles, as the country known as "the Detroit of Southeast Asia" seeks to lure younger Chinese companies with new-energy technologies.