Automotive leaders are urging the government to promote greater use of locally sourced auto parts in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing to protect the country's supply chain against cheap imported EVs.
Suwat Supakandechakul, chairman of the Automotive Industry Club under the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), said common components such as car seats, electrical wiring and windscreens are vital for achieving economies of scale, reducing production costs, and ensuring quality standards.
