An electric bus serving passengers in Kanchanaburi marks the growth of InnoPower's commercial EV business.
Thailand is accelerating its transition towards cleaner transport, with commercial electric vehicles (EVs) emerging as a centrepiece of the country's sustainability drive.From provincial bus routes to airport taxis and motorcycle taxis in Bangkok, pilot projects are multiplying, signalling a shift in how public and private transport may operate in the coming decade.
In Kanchanaburi, a province known for its historic landmarks and natural beauty, the state-run Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand launched an initiative through its subsidiary InnoPower.
The project replaces diesel-powered buses with battery-operated vehicles, offering tourists and residents alike a greener way to travel. The effort is part of a broader push to monetise green tourism while reducing emissions.
While the boom in commercial EV adoption is undeniable, challenges loom large. High upfront costs, infrastructure gaps and the need for domestic manufacturing capacity threaten to slow progress.
