The 2018 Bangkok International Motorshow is a GO! Here’s the video of the launch gambit that happened earlier today…
As you can see, it’s been a tradition of sorts for BIMS to have all heads of the various car companies taking part to be up on stage for the official opening ceremony, which is something quite unique to BIMS; can’t think of another motorshow that does this.
So let’s get on with it shall we? Here’s the first official photos from BIMS 2018! More to come so stay tuned!
FORD…
Undoubtedly, the star of BIMS 2018 is the all-new Ford Ranger Raptor. Here’s the launch video taken moments ago…
Boasting 500Nm of torque, it’s one of the most striking vehicles at BIMS this year, and garnering the lion’s share of shutterbug action, not to mention selfies with the thing…
It costs B1.69 million here, which works out to about RM170,000, and is slated to be launched in Malaysia by the middle of 2018. We can’t wait!
PORSCHE…
Needless to say, the new GT2RS is getting the most attention at the Porsche pavilion! And it’s easy to see why…
MERCEDES-BENZ…
Achingly gorgeous is the new GTc AMG, crews were constantly wiping drool off the car, I kid you not…
And of course this mean green machine parked next to it wasn’t short of attention either…
KIA…
Ah, the Kia Stinger! Seen it in the metal at the MAI Malaysia Autishow last year, but it still takes my breath away…
AUDI…
Check out how much the new R8 Coupe costs!
Yes, that’s just shy of Baht 19 million!
Well, no one wants to read about a motorshow, so enjoy the photos below cos I’m heading back into the show! Stay tuned for lots more to come! – Chris Wee.
I’ve literally just stepped through the doors of the Bangkok International Motorshow 2018 having collected my media pass at the press centre, and BIMS 2018 hasn’t officially begun yet, but here’s the first of many videos to come!
This is by no means the whole show, not by a long-shot, I haven’t even scratched the surface of what’s in store at IMPACT Challenger Muang Thong Thani in the outskirts of Bangkok. It’s the largest pillar-less hall in SEA, and definitely a sight to behold.
The official opening ceremony is set for tomorrow morning, 27th March 2018, and the show runs from 28th March to 8th April. Stay tuned for a lot more to come!
Grand Prix International (GPI) Public Company Limited, the organisers of the Bangkok International Motorshow (BIMS) have announced “The 10th Bangkok Used Car Show” is a go! With the Support of “Krungsri Auto” and the “Association of Used Cars” have guaranteed the Quality of Every Used Car Sold under the recent signing of a MOU.
Mr. Jaturont Komolmis, Chief Operation Officer (COO) of Grand Prix International Public Company Limited and the organizing Chairman of “The 10th Bangkok Used Car Show” revealed that, for over a decade, the company has been continuously determined to promote the show for used cars industry to be equivalent to the international standard through quality guaranteed by the dealer and providing special campaign, which even better than or equivalent to buying a new car.
With the professional organizing standard and the quality guarantee for all cars, BANGKOK USED CAR SHOW is therefore an event that’s being trusted by many leading car companies, used car entrepreneurs and consumers.
“Thailand is one of the leading automotive industry of the world. Every year, the volume of new car sales is a huge number. Therefore, the circulation of used cars in the market is subsequently huge too. We have been anticipating that the used car market in Thailand is a high potential market because there is a group of consumers who prefer high value products and do not want to spend a lot of money on a brand new car. So Grand Prix came up with an initiative idea of hosting the Bangkok Used Car Show. The show was held in 2009 for the first time, and has been serving as the trading center for used car ever since.” Mr. Jaturont said.
Mr. Jaturont also added that the proof of organizing quality and reliability for the customers of the show is MOU signed by and between the steering organizer and every used car company to guarantee the quality of every used car sold at the show.
Moreover, this year “Krungsri Auto” has been supporting the show as the main sponsor for five years consecutively. Krungsri Auto will have its booth set up at the show to accommodate the customers in offering a used car loan that allows consumers to own a used car easily through its special campaign.
Mr. Pairote Cheunkrut, the Head of Krungsri Auto Group, the Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited said “This is our 5th year as the main partner of the Bangkok Used Car Show and to work in collaboration with Grand Prix and used car companies.”
This year, Krungsri Auto joins the show with “Krungsir Used Car”special campaign, which offers a low down payment rate with up to 84-month installment plan. To strengthen customers’ trust, the warranty for car parts is extended to the maximum of 2-years or 70,000 km. (Krungsri Auto Extended Warranty), being offered at an attractive rate starting from 17,000 THB. Plus get free a Krungsri Auto umbrella and a chance for a lucky draw to win many more prices when the applied loan is approved at the show. Even more special, the repeat customers will also get free a petrol voucher worth 1,000 THB.
Mr. Wisut Hemapanpairo, the Chairman of the Association of Used Car revealed that, the 10th Bangkok Used Car is the big event of the year. The show plays a vital role in stimulating the sales of quality used cars, and is a key factor that urge individual entrepreneur to develop their products and services. This will in turn result in the used car profession being trusted and accepted by all related parties as well as to allow the used car market to grow and develop correctly in an appropriate way.
The used car market continues to grow in accordance with the expansion of Thailand’s economy. Consumers have been giving importance to product and service quality and standard as well as the social responsibility a used car company has for the community. This is a key growth factor for used car market, because consumers recognize it as worthy for buying a used car.
For 2017, the total value of the used car market is approximately 136 billion Baht or equivalent to about 450,000 used cars sold. The market growth rate is around 7%, compared to 2016.
Mr. Wisut also added that the used car market in general is expected to grow about 5 – 7% in 2018. The growth is said to be benefitting from the 13% of new car growth, which result in a bigger volume of used car added to the market. The popular segments are still those of the 3-4 years old Eco Cars and SUVs, which appreciated by the majority of people more and more.
There are over 14 used car companies participating this year’s show. Together they will bring more than 100 models to sell on the entire exhibition space. Some of the dealers are BMW PREMIUM SELECTION, MASTER CERTIFIED USED CAR, MINI MILLENNIUM AUTO, TPM AUTO RICH, TNP USED CAR, YO RACHADA, J MOTOR TRADE, BEST SERVICE, AMORN WARRANTY ByBENZ AMORN RATCHADA,Khun X’s Car By AUTO MASTER, Rod Sethi Car, CARMANA, etc. Moreover, Lamina, the leading car window films and accessories also participate the event with special promotions for the customers.
The 10th Bangkok Used Car Show will be held from April 2 to April 8, 2018; Weekdays: 12.00 – 22.00 Hours; Weekends and Public Holidays: 11.00 – 22.00 Hours at IMPACT Exhibition Center Hall 2- 4, IMPACT Muang Thani. The admission ticket is available at 20 Baht only. For more information, please visit www.bangkokusedcarshow.com
Spanning longer than just about any motorshow in the region, the 39th Bangkok International Motorshow (BIMS) is just around the corner and Piston.my will be there!
Themed the ‘Revolution in Motion’, Grand Prix International PLC, the organisers of BIMS, announced recently that BIMS will be held from March 28 to April 8, 2018 at IMPACT Challenger Muang Thong Thani.
Dr. Prachin Eamlumnow, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Grand Prix International PLC and the Organizing Chairman of the 39th Bangkok International Motor Show (above) revealed that “Bangkok International Motor Show is the No. 1 Motor Show in the ASEAN region, which has been certified by OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles) to be listed on the Global Motor Show Calendar.
“More than 30 car companies will jointly participate the show this year, including the leading Japanese brands like Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Honda, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Mazda, Suzuki, while representing Korean brands are KIA and Hyundai, etc. For European and American brands, this year we have Audi, BMW, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Jaguar, Porsche, Land Rover, Volvo, MG, Ford, Maserati, Chevrolet, etc. This year, there will be 15 motorcycle brands joining the show such as Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Royal Enfield, etc.” said Dr.Prachin.
Mr. Jaturont Komolmis, Chief Operation Officer (COO) of Grand Prix International PLC and the Vice Chairman of the 39th Bangkok International Motor Show said that “The show is still attractive for many entrepreneurs, including car and motorcycle companies, car audio brands as well as other related manufacturers, who have reserved the exhibition spaces at early stage.”
Here’s a video by MaxTV on last year’s 2017 BIMS!
The show will be even more auspicious this year since it has received the kind collaboration from the auto parts and accessories entrepreneurs association of China to participate the show for the first time! With this kind of cooperation from various countries in the region, the show is expected to grow to a new dimension in the future. Here’s a glimpse of the 2016 BIMS!
After the continuous success in the past year, the number of visitors exceeds 1.6 million and the show is likely to expand in line with the growth of Thai automotive industry. Apart from enjoying the latest innovation exhibited by many manufacturers to indicate the driving technology of today and tomorrow, many more activities await visitors to participate such as attending an automotive seminar or witnessing car show, etc.
The show will feature concept cars along with new model launchings for the first time in Thailand. In addition, visitors will be excited with plenty of enchanting shows performed under special light and sound effects equivalent to those of the world class shows. The highlight of the event is about “Electric Vehicle”. What is an electric vehicle in the future? It won’t be just a personal automobile only, but will further benefit to agriculture, transportation and Motorsports industries also. Let’s come and unveil the answer to this question together at the show.
The ticket price remains unchanged at 100 Baht (approx. RM13) along with the lucky campaign “Buy Ticket & Get a Chance to Win a Car” as the Organizer has always held every year. As usual, the big prizes awaiting are cars and motorcycles with the total value exceeding 2,500,000 Baht.
“The Bangkok International Motor Show also known as the greatest car show of Thailand and is well recognized among the car show organizers of ASEAN for its supremacy and equivalent standard to the world class events. Every year, many car show organizers from neighboring countries and worldwide car manufacturers have asked for an observation visit to further study and consult on how to host the show professionally and efficiently as well as to discuss about the investment in the automotive industry. This truly reflects our potential as the number one in hosting the Motor Show of ASEAN region with the international standard.” – BIMS.
Watch out for our coverage on BIMS 2018 ‘live’ from the venue later this month! – Chris Wee.
