Jonathan Fairfield Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 File Photo: Image - bangkok-motorshow.com The 42nd Bangkok International Motor Show 2021 begins on Wednesday at the Impact Challenger Hall in Muang Thong Thani. The event runs until 4 April, with doors open daily from noon to 10pm on weekdays and 11am to 10pm on weekends. Car manufacturers will be hoping the event, along with offering some big discounts, will stimulate consumer sales in Thailand's beleaguered car market after it was reported that sales have dropped 21.3 percent due to a second wave of coronavirus infections late last year. The event, which is understood to be one of only a handful of motor shows to take place anywhere in the world this year, features displays from Thailand’s most popular brands, including Honda, Toyota, Mazda, Mitsubishi and Ford. Other participating manufacturers include Aston Martin, Bentley, BMW, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz and Rolls-Royce. For the first time, the event also includes a "Smart EV City" zone, dedicated to all things related to electric vehicles, including cars, motorcycles and scooters. Thaivisa on Tuesday was given a preview of what to expect at the event, which you can see in the video below. Make sure you check out Thaivisa’s Motor Forum for more updates from the event. VID_20210323_133703.mp4 -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2021-03-23 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NCC1701A Posted March 23, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 23, 2021 I am going and have been many times before. 100 baht to get in. takes about 45 minutes from soi cowboy. Many motorcycle manufactures also, so many you could make a major decision at the show. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OneMoreFarang Posted March 23, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 23, 2021 49 minutes ago, NCC1701A said: I am going and have been many times before. 100 baht to get in. takes about 45 minutes from soi cowboy. Many motorcycle manufactures also, so many you could make a major decision at the show. While your in that soi bring some girls with you. I don't see any pretties in that picture. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kotsak Posted March 23, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 23, 2021 1 hour ago, OneMoreFarang said: While your in that soi bring some girls with you. I don't see any pretties in that picture. There are, but the hypocritical prudes managed to get them dressed up as if they are joining a gala dinner.. 1 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airalee Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 I’m not sure it would be possible find a less enthusiastic non-“car guy” to make that video. ”Lexus...they’re electric” ????♂️ He doesn’t even know how to pronounce Porsche. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusader Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Let's see if there are any significant "discounts" - the last couple of times I have been there, I found better deals around town in regular car showrooms. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cheapcanuck Posted March 24, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2021 (edited) Will there be capacity cap for people in attendance? Looks like a good Covid-19 spreading event to me by the file picture. I'll pass on going to this event this year. Saving a couple baht is just not worth the pain and aggravation of catching the bug. There is always next year. Edited March 24, 2021 by cheapcanuck Addition 4 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonray Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 1 hour ago, Crusader said: Let's see if there are any significant "discounts" - the last couple of times I have been there, I found better deals around town in regular car showrooms. Go to the end of year December show...just about everybody is discounting to clear inventory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterBaker Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 i think history should show what kind of covid clusters made by such event, but looks like it's a money talk, unfortunately it means i have to stuck up on alcohol again 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post waime Posted March 24, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2021 International? Bet lots of people will fly in from all over the world. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuwadeeS Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 OMG Why the Thais always like to call it "international" when it it is just such a local event??? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post DUNROAMIN Posted March 24, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2021 5 April Breaking news 200 new cases covid 19 Cluster originates from Bangkok car show. Just thinking. 2 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 I might go but Impact is such a terrible place to get to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fulhamster Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 1 hour ago, SuwadeeS said: OMG Why the Thais always like to call it "international" when it it is just such a local event??? Same as the USA have a "World Series" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 1 hour ago, SuwadeeS said: OMG Why the Thais always like to call it "international" when it it is just such a local event??? I imagine the promoters named it that, not Thais in general. In any event, typically manufacturers and suppliers from many countries participate, not just from Thailand. This year it might be limited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 26 minutes ago, fulhamster said: Same as the USA have a "World Series" Canada used to have a team, and the players are farmed from around the world. It used to be called something else a hundred years ago, but the promoters changed it. But in any event, there are no teams outside the US that could really compete, if for no other reason than all the best players go to the US for the money. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangerboy Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 19 hours ago, NCC1701A said: I am going and have been many times before. 100 baht to get in. takes about 45 minutes from soi cowboy. Many motorcycle manufactures also, so many you could make a major decision at the show. I dont this as an international event who will fly in for 2 week quarentine to see a car show a local is a better expression Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 i have been to several of these shows during covid. you are right but every manufacturer is there because they are in country all the time. if you are looking to buy a car or motorcycle this is the time to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thairookie Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 The quality of the video is really bad. Any new models, as in cars and bikes, to be rolled out during the show ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandpa Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 6 hours ago, SuwadeeS said: OMG Why the Thais always like to call it "international" when it it is just such a local event??? Its the same as the US with their "World Series Baseball" !!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairynuff Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 13 hours ago, SuwadeeS said: OMG Why the Thais always like to call it "international" when it it is just such a local event??? It’s the cars that are international 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairynuff Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 I’ve often wondered why car sales staff always try to look busy when they see a foreigner around. Perhaps they don’t think foreigners buy cars. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 7 hours ago, Fairynuff said: I’ve often wondered why car sales staff always try to look busy when they see a foreigner around. Perhaps they don’t think foreigners buy cars. Or at least think they are not going to buy a car today... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fex Bluse Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 Good try to the guy with the camera, but far too shaky to watch. Anyway, auto shows are boring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fex Bluse Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 (edited) 11 hours ago, Fairynuff said: I’ve often wondered why car sales staff always try to look busy when they see a foreigner around. Perhaps they don’t think foreigners buy cars. Suspect only a very small percentage of Farangs in Thailand buy cars. Mostly demographics - mostly old blokes, many don't have that much money, and almost none like the idea of learning to drive (without dying) on Thai roads. Easier to let the missus drive or just hire cars. Different in different countries. In some countries, white expats are less retired, therefore have more disposable income and can fathom driving as the roads are safe Edited March 25, 2021 by Fex Bluse 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLock Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 2 hours ago, Fex Bluse said: Suspect only a very small percentage of Farangs in Thailand buy cars. Mostly demographics - mostly old blokes, many don't have that much money, and almost none like the idea of learning to drive (without dying) on Thai roads. Easier to let the missus drive or just hire cars. Different in different countries. In some countries, white expats are less retired, therefore have more disposable income and can fathom driving as the roads are safe My experience is that few of the sales teams can speak English and know that farang buyers ask more difficult questions about performance and specifications...and I agree, Thai's are probably an easier sale. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 On 3/23/2021 at 3:29 PM, NCC1701A said: I am going and have been many times before. 100 baht to get in. takes about 45 minutes from soi cowboy. Many motorcycle manufactures also, so many you could make a major decision at the show. You have to pay to shop for cars? Is that all days or just the opening days reserved for dealers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fex Bluse Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 1 hour ago, DLock said: My experience is that few of the sales teams can speak English and know that farang buyers ask more difficult questions about performance and specifications...and I agree, Thai's are probably an easier sale. I suppose the sales ladies running away is an upgrade from the typical MO which is to follow you around a meter behind you announcing everything you touch -- "Car, siiirrrr" "Ford" As you open the door to look inside -- "Inside, sir." And demonstrating their knowledge only by giving you the most basic info -- "Siiiir, have red colour and blue colour." "Have discount duay na kha." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairynuff Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 On 3/25/2021 at 6:40 AM, mogandave said: Or at least think they are not going to buy a car today... I’m not sure they can think that deeply 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairynuff Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 23 hours ago, Fex Bluse said: Suspect only a very small percentage of Farangs in Thailand buy cars. Mostly demographics - mostly old blokes, many don't have that much money, and almost none like the idea of learning to drive (without dying) on Thai roads. Easier to let the missus drive or just hire cars. Different in different countries. In some countries, white expats are less retired, therefore have more disposable income and can fathom driving as the roads are safe I completely disagree. Every foreigner I know here has a car, most are not married to Thais and most have more money than I have.. Driving here is a challenge, we all know that but I follow my own basic rules. Firstly forget all the safety rules you learned back home, because here what we know as safe driving causes accidents, and secondly (it’s actually my dad's rule passed to me) always assume the other driver is an idiot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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