Automakers Eye Record Sales at Thai Motor Show

The 2010 Thailand International Motor Expo in Bangkok came to a close on Sunday, as carmakers predicted strong growth in the country’s automobile market to drive record sales.

36 car producers and three motorcycle manufacturers from 13 countries worldwide took part in the event.

[Abhichet Sitakalin, Vice President, Tata Motors]:
„Until today we have received more than 400 pre-orders compared to about 290 orders we got from this event last year. So, we can see continual growth of the market here.”

Nearly 10,000 preorders were made in the first week of the show, compared to 8,300 at last year’s event.

This year there was a demand for small cars that are more environmentally-friendly with low carbon emissions.

The annual automobile exhibition and sale is one of Thailand’s largest events. Organizers expect to bring in 765 million dollars.

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