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Southeast Asia's EV boom sidelines local car parts suppliers

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Local automotive parts suppliers in Southeast Asia, specifically in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia, are struggling due to the rise of electric vehicles (EVs). Demand for parts used in traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles is declining, and local manufacturers face significant challenges entering the EV supply chain. Chinese EV manufacturers tend to rely on their own established networks, leaving local suppliers with limited opportunities. Analysts suggest that focusing on hybrid vehicles and repair services might offer some support, but without increased government assistance and better integration with Chinese companies, the region's automotive supply base is at risk of decline. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Vincent Tan ·

    Southeast Asia’s EV boom sidelines local car parts suppliers

    Southeast Asia’s electric vehicle boom risks leaving the region’s smaller companies behind, as Chinese automotive giants bypass local part-makers in favour of imported components and locked-in supplier networks. Local manufacturers across Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia are faci…

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