Forthing Friday All-Electric Multi-Purpose SUV Launched with REV & REEV Dual Powertrains
Dongfeng Forthing, a passenger car brand under Dongfeng Motor Corporation, officially announced its entry into the Thai market, marking another important milestone in the brand’s global business expansion. As the gateway to the ASEAN automotive market, Thailand will serve as a key hub for Dongfeng Forthing’s regional development
At this launch event, Dongfeng Forthing introduced the Forthing Friday, a family SUV designed to meet the comfort, safety and long-distance travel needs of modern families
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Forthing Friday: Designed for Modern Families
The Forthing Friday is developed on the brand’s advanced technology platform, featuring a spacious and comfortable cabin with a wheelbase of 2,715 mm and a body length of 4,600 mm
The vehicle stands out with its distinctive Mecha-inspired exterior design, combined with a modern and youthful interior that caters to the lifestyle of the new generation
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In terms of safety, the vehicle is designed to meet 5-star safety standards, equipped with a high-strength steel body structure and a 4-layer battery protection system for peace of mind on every journey
This model is equipped with a 64.4 kWh battery, and the extended-range version delivers a combined range of over 1,100 km, suitable for both daily use and long-distance travel
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Push Puttichai Shares Insights on Family Travel at the Forthing Friday Launch Event
At the launch event, famous Thai actor Push Puttichai appeared as a special guest and shared his views on family travel as a father of two children
Push said that becoming a father has changed his perspective on choosing a car, placing greater emphasis on comfort, safety, interior space and cabin quietness when traveling with his children
"After becoming a father, I pay more attention to comfort, interior space and safety. When traveling with children, a smooth ride and a quiet cabin make the journey much more comfortable for the whole family," he said
After experiencing the Forthing Friday in person, Push praised its spacious cabin and family-friendly design, believing that the model’s comfort and safety systems perfectly meet the needs of modern families
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Committed to Long-Term Development in Thailand
Dongfeng Forthing plans to position Thailand as a core market in Southeast Asia and a strategic base for its overseas business expansion
Over the next three years, the brand will launch 6 new family-oriented models designed to meet family travel needs, covering BEV, REEV and PHEV powertrains
In addition, the company plans to further develop local production, aiming to build Thailand into a manufacturing base supporting the ASEAN market
Under its long-term development strategy, Dongfeng Forthing will focus on creating value for customers, enhancing service capabilities and building sustainable partnerships, while upholding the philosophy
"Serving the people of Thailand in Thailand"
