New electric-car factory will move Cambodia's green push into top gear

The number of electric vehicles in use in Cambodia is expected to begin rising significantly when a BYD assembly plant begins producing new vehicles late this year.

BYD of Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong province, also plans to set up two service centers and install 200 electric vehicle charging stations across Cambodia, underscoring its commitment to supporting the infrastructure needed for a sustainable electric vehicle market.

The plant opening this year, in the coastal city of Sihanoukville will involve investment of more than $30 million and is expected to be able to turn out 10,000 vehicles a year.