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Thailand’s familiar driving habits can catch you off guard in Thailand, where traffic flows differently and road conditions may change quickly. Just as important, having a driver’s license doesn’t always mean you’re legally covered to drive or ride the vehicle you’ve rented. This guide covers common mistakes foreigners can avoid, including license validity, motorcycle rules, […]

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Recovering a Flooded Car: What to Do First, Safely and Without Starting It

Finding your car in floodwater can be alarming, but your safety comes before saving the vehicle. Stay out of moving or deep water, and don’t approach the car if conditions are dangerous. Even if the car looks fine, don’t start it: water may have reached the engine or electrical systems, and starting it can make […]

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Protecting a Motorbike From Flood Damage in Thailand

A street that looks passable in the morning can be underwater by the time you ride home. If you use a motorbike or scooter in Thailand, heavy rain can threaten both your safety and your engine before you realize a route has flooded. The safest plan starts before water reaches the road: move the bike […]

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Driving Through Floodwater in Thailand: What Depth Is Safe

From inside a car, a flooded street can look shallow even when the road beneath it has disappeared. If you’re driving through floodwater in Thailand, no depth is safe in every situation. Water movement, hidden damage, and your vehicle’s design can change the risk within a few feet. Depth bands can help you recognize when […]

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EV vs Diesel in Thailand: Which Costs Less to Run?

Is an EV really cheaper to run than a diesel vehicle in Thailand? Often, yes, but the answer depends on where you charge, how far you drive, local fuel and electricity prices, the vehicle’s efficiency, and the higher or lower purchase price. One 2026 comparison estimates home-charged EV driving at about 0.49 to 0.50 baht […]

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Thailand Diesel Types: B7 vs. B20 vs. Premium

Thailand fuel stations may display B7, B20, standard diesel, and premium diesel side by side, but the cheapest pump option isn’t automatically safe for every vehicle. Choosing the wrong blend can conflict with your owner’s manual, while paying extra for premium diesel may offer no clear benefit for your particular engine. In simple terms, B7 […]

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Huawei Backs Away From Aito EV Angering Buyers

BEIJING – Aito and the Huawei Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance recently dropped a bombshell on the auto industry. They announced plans to explore a brand-new cooperation model for the popular electric vehicle brand. This sudden shift means control over product planning, marketing, and sales will return to Seres. For many months, the famous tech giant […]

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Waymo to Launch Autonomous Robotaxis in Singapore By 2028

SINGAPORE – The highly anticipated self-driving technology is officially coming to Southeast Asia in the very near future. Waymo, which was formerly known as the Google self-driving car project, recently announced some massive news. The pioneering company plans to bring its popular autonomous ride-hailing services directly to the Singapore market. This exciting regional expansion is […]

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