Volkswagen has finally received the go-ahead from Thailand’s government to build a manufacturing plant near Bangkok, Reuters reports. A VW spokesperson has told the news agency that the carmaker will now assess the situation, and that no firm decision has been made yet on whether to build the factory.
Previous reports indicate that the one-billion euro (RM4.1 billion) plant could produce up to 300,000 vehicles a year at full capacity, and will build 1.4 litre petrol engined cars. If the latter is true, then the investment may not fall under the Eco Car Phase 2 programme as previously speculated, because the scheme requires (for petrol) engines displacing 1.3 litres and under.
But the German carmaker has wanted to do this for the longest time – we reported its intention as early as 2008, before it applied to set up a Thai plant early last year.
Volkswagen already produces its Passat, Polo and Jetta models in Malaysia in conjunction with DRB-Hicom, while a new plant in Indonesia will take advantage of growing demand there.
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Comments express mixed sentiments about VW's decision to establish a factory in Thailand, citing attractive tax schemes and cheaper labor costs as reasons. Some believe this move reflects Thailand’s stability and growth potential, while others criticize Malaysia's policies, especially the AP system and high costs, for driving investment away. Several comments lament the loss of jobs, foreign investment, and manufacturing opportunities in Malaysia, blaming government policies and Proton’s protection for the decline, with some suggesting Proton remains Malaysia’s best option.