Isuzu's EV Truck US$1.35 Billion Investment, Set to Launch in 2024

​Isuzu Motors is getting ready to make a big leap into electric trucks with a huge investment of US$1.35 billion next year and start producing electric trucks in 2024.

Prolific Group is coming to GIFA 2023!

Following the success of Thai Lab 2023, Prolific Group is thrilled to announce our very first participation in GIFA Southeast Asia between Sep 20-22, 2023 @ Bangkok International T…

Car Production in August 2023 totaled 150,657 units

The August production reached at 150,657 units, decreased 12.27% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,221,878 units, rising 3.13%.

TaeguTec’s WIN-DRILL TCD Pioneering Interchangeable Drill Heads for Small Diameter Hole-Making

Revolutionize small hole-making with TaeguTec’s WIN-DRILL TCD line, this cutting-edge solution boasts a unique interchangeable head design that elevates productivity while minimizi…

Japan Machine Tools Orders in August 2023: Show Signs of Stabilization

JMTBA reported the total value of machine tool orders in August 2023 was 114.76 billion yen ($769 million), indicating a slight uptick of 0.4% compared to July 2023. This growth is…

Newly Registered Electric Vehicles (xEV) in June 2023

The new registration for Electric Vehicles (xEV) in June 2023 totaled 16,549 units. High growth figures were HEV and BEV rose 33% and 796% (YoY) in order.

Toyota adds SUV type to “Century” and considering overseas sales for the first time

Toyota has unveiled the new Century SUV model for the first time in the world, ready to enter the high-end market in foreign countries. Previously, the "Century" was the highest fl…

Toshiba Improves LiDAR Software to Track 99.9% of Objects

Toshiba has improved the software for its high-performance LiDAR sensor and developed technology that can track objects such as vehicles and people with 99.9% accuracy.

Precision Excellence with TaeguTec's XM-REAM: Your Small Diameter Reaming Solution

Achieve Precision Excellence with TaeguTec's XM-REAM: Your Ultimate Solution for Small Diameter Reaming

Elevate Your Precision Grinding with Okamoto's HPG500NC and Optional On-Machine Measuring Device “Quick Touch”

Okamoto’s HPG500NC uses a non-hydraulic system to suppress thermal displacement caused by the motor and achieve highly accurate and stable grinding work. In addition, by installing…

Car Production in September 2023 totaled 150,657 units

The September production reached at 164,093 units, decreased 8.45% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,385,971 units, rising 1.61%%.

TaeguTec's WIN-SWISS QE1 Elevating Swiss Machine Performance with Modular Head Type Holders

Revolutionizing Swiss machines with TaeguTec's WIN-SWISS QE1 modular head type holders are engineered for seamless insert replacement and elevated productivity.

[YG-1 Indexable Inserts] Newly Introducing Turning CVD Grade, ‘YG2025’ for Stainless Steel

[YG-1 Indexable Inserts] Newly Introducing Turning CVD Grade, ‘YG2025’ for Stainless Steel Enhancing Productivity and Performance in Demanding Applications.

Okamoto's VRG-DX Series to Unleash Efficiency and Precision

Okamoto's VRG-DX Series sets a new standard for high-efficiency and high-productivity vertical rotary grinding machines. Ideal for round surface grinding, especially when dealing w…

Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers

Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers.

Haas UMC Series: Innovative 5-axis milling machines from Haas that are easy to use, cost less and increase your profitability rapidly

The 5-axis UMC Series milling machine offers precise, convenient, and safe machining for complex workpieces at a lower cost than you might expect. Manufactured by Haas Automation, …

Japan Machine Tool Orders Surge in September 2023, Reaching Five-Month High

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that the global orders for Japan machine tools in September 2023 totaled 133.94 billion yen (895 million USD), marking…

“TMV Chipbreaker” Designed for Vibration Cutting on Swiss CNC Machines for Turning

“TMV Chipbreaker” Reliably long tool life and stable chip evacuation during vibration cutting. The development of a cutting tool that delivers maximum performance during vibration …

TaeguTec’s WIN-GUN: A Game-Changing Solution for Deep Hole Drilling

Revolutionize Deep Hole Drilling with TaeguTec's WIN-GUN Series. Designed for Productivity, Head-Changeable for Efficiency.

Explore the Cutting-edge TAKAMAZ CNC Lathes at METALEX 2023, Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence with Takamatsu Machinery Thailand

Join us in the search for precision CNC lathes from TAKAMAZ at METALEX 2023, marking the 20th anniversary of Takamatsu Machinery Thailand at METALEX 2023 from November 22-25, 2023,…

OKAMOTO Leads the Way with 'Automatic Grinding Machines' at METALEX 2023

Cutting-edge automatic grinding solutions from Okamoto make their debut at METALEX 2023, driving the transition towards an innovation-rich manufacturing era.

Car Production in October 2023 totaled 158,734 units

The October production reached at 158,734 units, decreased 7.02% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,544,705 units, rising 0.65%.

Automotive Industry Rebounds in 2023: Car Production and Sales Surge Amid Semiconductor Relief

2023 Auto Industry Recap: Global car production and sales bounce back as the semiconductor shortage eases. China drives EV shift, US faces challenges with rising labor costs. Read …

Gühring Thailand Unveils Cutting-Edge Technologies at METALEX 2023

Gühring Thailand, a precision cutting tool industry leader, showcased its latest advancements; New Grooving Systems, G-Mold, and SuperLine at METALEX 2023

Commercial Vehicles Face Challenges in Southeast Asia Amid Market Deterioration and Decarbonization Trends

Challenges in Commercial Vehicles Industry persist! Isuzu adapts, Hino faces losses. 2024 merger with Mitsubishi Fuso sparks intrigue. Navigating global trends and decarbonization.…

Car Production in November 2023 totaled 163,337 units

The November production reached at 163,337 units, decreased 14.10% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,708,042 units, rising 0.65%.

Steel Industry Giants Lead 'Green Steel' Shift Towards Sustainable Manufacturing

Major steel companies are currently introducing 'green steel materials. Even though each company has secured several contracts, challenges remain, including dissemination in the pu…

The Awakening of the Cellulose Nanofiber Market: Boosting Decarbonization with a Plant-Based, Light, and Strong Material

Cellulose nanofiber (CNF) is a plant-based material as strong as iron but lighter. It is expected to reduce the consumption of fossil resources and expand the recycling of plastics…

Japan Machine Tool Orders Surge in October 2023, Thailand Showing a 12.5% Increase.

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that the global orders for Japan machine tools in October 2023 totaled 112.05 billion yen (775 million USD), marking a…

Isuzu Announces 3.2 Billion Baht Investment in Thai Production Base for EV Pickups

Isuzu announces a 32 billion baht investment to produce electric pickup trucks in Thailand over the next 5 years, with plans for export to Norway.

Japan Machine Tool Orders: November 2023 Shows Resilience Amidst Global Fluctuations

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in November 2023 reached a total of 115.90 billion yen (800 million USD…

GWM Makes History as the First Chinese OEM to Mass-Produce EV Overseas

GWM achieves a groundbreaking milestone as the GWM Ora 03, also known as the GWM Ora Good Cat, rolls off the production line at the GWM Rayong factory in Thailand.

Mazak Commences In-House Production of "Mineral Cast"

Yamazaki Mazak initiates in-house production of 'Mineral Cast' to mitigate parts procurement risk by utilizing machine tool bases instead of castings, offering the advantage of sig…

NETA Auto Strategic Partner Conference 2024 : Successful Global Collaboration for Future Development

NETA Auto Strategic Partner Conference 2024 : Successful Global Collaboration for Future Development

Car Production in December 2023 totaled 133,621 units

The December production reached at 133,621 units, decreased 15.75% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,841,663 units, drop 2.22%.

Thailand Aims to Produce 1.9 Million Cars in 2024

In 2024, Thailand targets an impressive 1.9 million cars, a 3.17% rise from 2023. This includes 1,150,000 cars for export (65% of total) and 750,000 for domestic sales (35%). The f…

Japan Machine Tool Orders: December 2023

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in December 2023 reached a total of 127.09 billion yen (869 million USD…

Japan Machine Tool Orders Expected to Increase by Only 1% in 2024

Japan machine tool orders in 2024 are anticipated to reach 1.5 trillion yen, marking the first increase in two years, though with a modest 0.9% rise from 2023.

Sodick Announces Medium-Term Management Plan: Targets 90.7 Billion Yen Sales by 2026

Sodick announces a medium-term management plan to target 90.7 Billion Yen sales and 5.5 Billion Yen net profit by 2026, focusing on structural reforms and overseas production revie…

Car Production in January 2024 totaled 142,102 units

The January production reached at 142,102 units, decreased 12.46% (YoY). Produced for domestic use decreased 33.62% (YoY) and produced for export decreased 50.89% (YoY).

Japan’s Manufacturing Scene Is Fluctuating – Quality Is A Management Problem

Japan’s manufacturing scene is in flux, with quality becoming a "management problem." "Industrial morality" is deemed essential for top management. Recent quality fraud issues at J…

Japan Machine Tool Orders: January 2024

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in January 2024 amounted to 110.96 billion yen ($755 million), a decre…

Japanese Tyre Manufacturers Boost Investment, Ramp Up Premium Tyres to Meet Rising Demand

Four tyre companies' capital investment increased by 7%, expanding high-value-added products responding to increased demand through structural reforms and accelerating development …

Nippon Steel Increases Ratio of Mined Ore to 40%, Ensuring Stable Procurement through Overseas Investment

Nippon Steel, the world's fourth-largest steel producer, is enhancing supply chain stability by announcing a policy to increase the proportion of coal and iron ore procured from it…

Auto Parts Companies Prepare to Introduce "Gigacast" for Large Molds and Prototypes

Regarding the timing of the spread of Gigacast, a technology for integrally molding vehicle body structures, in Japan, several people involved have said the following. 2024 will be…

Car Production in February 2024 totaled 133,690 units

In February 2024, Thailand produced a total of 133,690 vehicles, a decrease of 19.28% from the same period last year. This was due to a decrease in both exports and domestic sales,…

Japan Machine Tool Orders: February 2024

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in February 2024 amounted to 110.96 billion yen ($755 million), a decr…

Isuzu Protects Its “Stronghold” in Thailand

Isuzu arms itself to defend its market leadership in pickup trucks (LCVs) in Thailand, holding the top market share of 30-40% and known as “the people's cars.”

Get to Know DOME LOHA 664T, Thailand's First Metal 3D Printer

DOME LOHA 664T, the first metal 3D printer in Thailand, is developed, designed, and manufactured entirely by Thai engineers, led by Dome Nuchanong.

Car Production in March 2024 totaled 138,331 units

In March 2024, Thailand produced 138,331 cars, down 23.08% from March 2023. This drop was due to reduced domestic production and sales, particularly in pickup trucks and passenger …