Thailand's automotive exporters face an imminent EU regulatory requirement: all EVs shipped to Europe from 2027 must feature a Battery Passport (QR code-tracked system) for traceability. Thai government agencies are still clarifying implementation details, but manufacturers need clarity before year-end. Meanwhile, ENTEC and the Industrial Economics Office are collaborating to establish a battery management framework—Thailand is projected to accumulate 1 million tonnes of EV battery waste by 2044, yet lacks recycling infrastructure and expertise today.