MODEL LAW ON THE USE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE KINGDOM OF THAILAND

Abstract

This research article aim to 1. study theoretical concepts related to model laws, 2. examine factual and legal issues concerning model laws, 3. conduct a comparative analysis of model laws, and 4. adopt appropriate legal measures related to model laws governing electric vehicles (EVs) from foreign countries as a guideline for drafting laws in Thailand, conducted by the qualitative study, involving document research and in-depth interviews. The in-depth interviews were conducted with five target groups, namely, 1. electrical and automotive engineers, 2. legal experts, 3. insurance companies, 4. electric vehicle users, and 5. tax experts.

The findings revealed that, at present, Thailand does not have laws regulating the use of electric vehicles. This has led to problems such as insufficient and substandard charging stations, a lack of regulations regarding the disposal of expired batteries, unclear tax collection processes, and insufficient insurance protection for electric vehicles. The United States, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom have legal measures in place to promote electric vehicles (EVs), including regulations for charging stations, battery disposal, and tax collection. Regarding insurance protection for electric vehicles, the United Kingdom has enacted the Consumer Insurance (Disclosure and Representations) Act 2012 (CIDRA) and The Insurance Act 2015 (IA 2015). It is recommended that Thailand draft the Automated and Electric Vehicle Act of the Kingdom of Thailand B.E….; to comprehensively address the aforementioned issues.