Group 1 - The Thai Industrial Federation (FTI) projects that automotive production will reach 1.5 million units by 2026, a slight increase from 1.45 million units last year, driven by rising domestic demand and increased production of electric vehicles [1] - Of the projected production, 950,000 units are intended for export and 550,000 units for the domestic market, with domestic production expected to increase by 50,000 units [1] - The automotive export performance has been mixed, with a year-on-year increase of 11.3% in December 2025, reaching 84,963 units, but an overall annual decline of 8.19%, totaling 935,750 units [1] Group 2 - The FTI's vice president, Surapong, expressed concerns about global economic uncertainties, tariffs, and geopolitical conflicts negatively impacting exports, leading to a cautious outlook [1] - Stricter carbon emission regulations abroad, particularly in Australia from 2025 to 2028, may increase manufacturing costs for high-emission vehicles such as pickups and luxury models [1] - Domestic optimism is rising, with expectations that the upcoming elections will lead to a government capable of implementing economic policies that boost business confidence [1] Group 3 - Surapong welcomed the investment committee's recent approval of incentives for new projects worth 1.15 trillion baht, which is expected to stimulate economic growth and benefit the automotive industry in the next 1 to 2 years [2] - Domestic automotive sales are projected to reach approximately 640,000 to 650,000 units by 2026, primarily due to increasing demand for electric vehicles [2] - In December, domestic car sales surged by 47.2% year-on-year, totaling 75,121 units, while total domestic sales for 2025 increased by 8.47% to 621,166 units [2]