Antonina Joson, Author at AfMA

News Technology

Mitsubishi to use humanoid robots in factories by 2027

On 9 July, automotive giant Mitsubishi announced that it would begin using humanoid robots in its automotive manufacturing facilities from next year. The robot race Mitsubishi Motors will take the next step in progressing its production technology by adopting…

Antonina JosonJuly 16, 2026

Car Market Southeast Asia

EV and hybrid growth outpaces petrol vehicles in Malaysia

Electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid registrations recorded significantly stronger growth than petrol vehicle registrations in Malaysia during June 2026. General overview According to data released by Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ), overall new…

Antonina JosonJuly 16, 2026

Car Market Southeast Asia

Vietnam’s car market is still recovering from a period of low sales in June 2026

General overview According to data released by the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA), the Vietnamese auto market’s total industry volume (TIV) reached 24,356 units for the month of June, 13 per cent…

Antonina JosonJuly 16, 2026

Electric Vehicles Southeast Asia

Thailand receives THB 137 billion EV industry investment

The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has announced THB 137 billion (AUD $5.9 billion) in investment commitments to strengthen the country's electric vehicle (EV) industry. Major investment boost According to the BOI,…

Antonina JosonJuly 9, 2026

News Technology

Hyundai to build AI vehicle manufacturing hub in Korea

Hyundai Motor Group is set to establish an AI vehicle manufacturing plant in Ulsan province, South Korea. Investing in the future Hyundai’s newest major investment of KRW 42 trillion (AUD $40 billion) covers the southeast region of…

Antonina JosonJuly 9, 2026

Fleet Management Southeast Asia

Malaysia revamps taxi industry with fleet facelift, MYR 10 million investment

The Malaysian government will invest MYR 10 million (AUD $3.5 million) to modernise the country's taxi industry through a new vehicle replacement program and upgraded technology. Teksi Madani On 3 July…

Antonina JosonJuly 9, 2026

News Technology

Kia and Hyundai develop ‘world’s first’ in-car sanitisation technology

Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai revealed their newest innovation, the world’s first in-car sanitisation technology. Plasma Care UVC Earlier this week, Kia and Hyundai announced the development of their latest…

Antonina JosonJuly 2, 2026

News Southeast Asia Sustainability

Thailand falling behind Asia-Pacific standards in clean energy

A renewable energy expert from the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) revealed in a recent seminar that Thailand is “lagging behind” its Asia-Pacific counterparts. Power Development Plan FTI Chairman of the Renewable Energy Industry Group, Natee Sithiprasasana revealed…

Antonina JosonJuly 2, 2026

News Southeast Asia

ASEAN NCAP adds ADAS testing to its list of programs

The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has added a new program that evaluates advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to their list of tests. Analysing ADAS The ASEAN NCAP has launched a new…

Antonina JosonJuly 2, 2026

News Southeast Asia

Indonesia’s B50 fuel mandate in full swing

Indonesia’s new B50 fuel mandate launched last 1 July, raising the percentage of palm-based biodiesel to 50 per cent in biodiesel blends. Half and half The go signal was first announced by Energy Minister…

Antonina JosonJuly 2, 2026