Russia-Ukraine conflict buffeting Japan’s used-car market
Japanese cars are known as being hard-wearing and for retaining their value over time — features that are highly valued in Russia.
Transportation
High oil prices hamper recovery of Indonesian airline industry
The high cost of aviation fuel and air ticket price caps have compelled domestic airlines to cut flights so as to maintain profitability.
Five major cities in Vietnam to limit use of motorbikes after 2030
Technology will be applied in traffic management to reduce congestion and pollution, with the objective of having traffic jams that last no longer than 30 minutes.
Hun Sen urges ministry to upgrade national railways
He said these railways are failing to facilitate domestic shipping and connectivity to Cambodia’s neighbours, due to top speeds of only up to 20-30km/h along some stretches.
Bangkok’s western outer ring road on track for Jan 2023 completion
Thailand's Department of Highways expects the road to contribute to the development of nearby provinces and boost interprovince travel.
Indonesia’s lawmakers to add ride-hailing rules in new law
The proposed amendments would cover matters related to the legal status of ride-hailing as a form of public transportation, among other issues.
Tickets for steam train ride to celebrate birth of Thai railway snapped up
Authorities are looking to provide more chances for travellers.
An electric vehicle can save over 3,000 baht a month: Thai environment lecturer
He also asserts that once the government’s EV promotion package kicks off, the prices are set to drop significantly.
Petrol, diesel prices hiked in India for second day in row
At present, India imports nearly 85 per cent of its crude oil requirements.
Nepal’s new Bhairahawa airport is ready, but airlines are not
Nepal's second international airport is finally ready after 10 years in the making and nearly Rs40 billion spent.