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EV sales soar in Taiwan despite infrastructure gaps
Discover how Taiwan’s electric vehicle (EV) ownership surpassed 70,000 by June 2024, despite challenges in charging infrastructure, with insights from owners and industry experts on the evolving EV landscape.
2024/08/30 15:59
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Taiwanese embrace EVs while global sales slow down
Discover why Taiwan is experiencing a surge in electric vehicle adoption despite a global market slowdown. Learn about the strategic adjustments major car manufacturers are making in response to challenges and competition in the EV sector.
2024/04/19 17:12
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Taiwan defense stocks surge ahead of presidential election
Taipei’s military, national defense, and aerospace stocks experienced notable performances in early trading as Taiwan’s presidential election approaches. AirAsia, Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC), and Thunder Tiger stood out, attracting investor attention. With the United States reporting a slowdown in inflation growth, the market anticipates a lower probability of further interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve (Fed). AirAsia reported a net zero profit for the first ten months of the year, with optimism in the commercial maintenance market. AIDC exceeded last year’s total revenue in the first ten months, aiming for its highest annual profit since listing. AIDC Chairman Hu Kai-hung is working towards enhancing Taiwan’s aerospace industry through the A-Team 4.0 alliance. Thunder Tiger is planning collaborations with domestic electric vehicle supply chains and aiming to introduce innovative solutions in the defense sector.
2023/12/12 19:13
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Hotai Motor reports 23,400 vehicle backlog amid sales dip
Taiwanese distributor Hotai Motor, responsible for TOYOTA and LEXUS, reported a backlog of around 23,400 orders during an earnings call on Dec. 8. Despite an expected slight decrease in sales volume, the outlook remains optimistic. Hotai Motor dominates Taiwan’s auto market with a 33.3% share, as TOYOTA and LEXUS sold a combined total of 144,522 vehicles from January to November. The profit for the first three quarters was driven by the company’s core operations, particularly the more profitable LEXUS brand. With 19,000 pending orders for TOYOTA and 4,400 for LEXUS, the current order book suggests business for the next two months. Hotai Motor’s diversified investees, including Carmax, Hotai Finance, and Hotai Leasing, continue to grow. Hotai Insurance also experienced significant growth, except for the investing channel in China, which was affected by competitive pricing from domestic electric vehicle brands like BYD.
2023/12/08 17:45
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Taiwan’s car market hits 18-year high in October sales
Explore the soaring heights of Taiwan’s automotive market in 2023. From electric vehicle demand to the impact of the global chip shortage, discover the key drivers behind the near 18-year sales high and the evolving landscape of car brands in Taiwan.
2023/11/28 09:34
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Foxtron marks milestone with record n7 EV model pre-orders
Foxtron, a joint venture of Yulon Motor’s Luxgen Motor, has received over 9,100 pre-orders for its n7 electric vehicle (EV), making a significant impact on Taiwan’s domestic EV industry. Deliveries of the highly anticipated n7 model are set to begin in mid-January next year and be completed by the end of June. The n7’s pre-order numbers, achieved in just two days, equal three years of total EV sales in Taiwan, signaling a bright future for the EV market. Foxconn CEO Young Liu, leading the electric transformation of the trillion-dollar corporation, sees the increasing global competition in the EV sector as beneficial for Foxconn and its business models. Platformization, modularization, and standardization are key strategies for achieving cost control and timely product launches, which are at the core of Foxconn and Foxtron. The n7 model, benefiting from the shared platform provided by Foxtron, enjoys a competitive edge in cost, aligning with Foxconn’s global EV aspirations. The success of Foxtron’s n7 could potentially usher in a new era for Taiwan’s presence in the international EV landscape as the demand for sustainable transport continues to grow.
2023/11/22 20:38
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Taiwan accelerates electric vehicle charging investments
Taiwan is making strides toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, including the ban on fuel-powered cars by 2040. As a result, the electric vehicle market is growing rapidly, and there is an increasing demand for more charging stations to support this trend.
2023/07/25 17:06
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Taiwan to ban sales of gas-powered cars by 2040
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan has set an ambitious goal of banning the sales of gas-powered vehicles by 2040, with a target of 30% electric vehicle market share by 2030 and 60% by 2035.
2023/05/03 09:54
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Foxconn sets sights on global electric vehicle industry
Not just TSMC, Foxconn is also investing in the United States, targeting the electric vehicle market.
2022/12/14 16:18