Mitsubishi Motors Thailand Donates Engines and Powertrain Sets to Phatthalung Technical College and Lampang Technical College Under the “Learning Society and Knowledge Management” Project

At a Glance:

• Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd., together with its local dealers, Mitsu Thaiyont Kanlakan Co., Ltd. and Mitsu Lampang Co., Ltd., donated engines and powertrain sets to Phatthalung Technical College and Lampang Technical College for educational and practical training purposes under the “Learning Society and Knowledge Management” Project. The initiative also promotes collaboration in vocational workforce development through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the vocational education institutes and local dealership partners, enhancing knowledge and essential skills while preparing future professionals to meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry.

• Donated Engine and Powertrain Set:

    o New 4N16 engine featuring advanced automotive technologies from the NEW TRITON

    o 4A91 Engine

    o 3A92 Engines

    o R6M5A Manual Transmission

    o R6MAA Manual Transmission

    o Differential

• The “Learning Society and Knowledge Management” Project reflects Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand)’s commitment to social contribution under its vision, ‘To Contribute and Grow with Thai Society,’ which focuses on three key pillars: Education, Environment, and Health.

Bangkok – October 27, 2026: Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd. continues its commitment to advancing education and knowledge sharing through its “Learning Society and Knowledge Management” Project by donating engines and powertrain sets to Phatthalung Technical College and Lampang Technical College. The donated equipment will be used as teaching and practical training materials, providing students with opportunities to learn automotive technologies from actual vehicle components. The ceremonies also included the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with local dealership partners to strengthen collaboration in vocational workforce development. This initiative further reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting the education sector by enhancing knowledge and essential skills while preparing future professionals to meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry.

 

Mr. Sarote Maartlert, Executive Vice President of Sales, Aftersales, and Customer Experience, Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd., said, “Mitsubishi Motors Thailand believes that sustainable development of the automotive industry begins with developing quality human resources who are ready to adapt to continuously evolving technologies and working environments. Our collaboration with dealership partners, Mitsu Thaiyont Konlakarn Co., Ltd. and Mitsu Lampang Co., Ltd., in donating engines and powertrain sets to educational institutions marks another important step in supporting hands-on learning. This initiative enables students to gain practical experience with real-world equipment while strengthening the capabilities of the next generation workforce and contributing to the sustainable growth of Thailand’s automotive industry.”

Ms. Chonsikant Kaewkrajang, Director of Phatthalung Technical College, said, “We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Mitsubishi Motors Thailand and Mitsu Thaiyont Konlakarn Co., Ltd. for their support in providing engines and powertrain sets. These resources help students bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Learning with actual engines and automotive technologies allows students to gain a deeper understanding of operational processes, industry standards, and problem-solving techniques, serving as valuable preparation before entering the
real-world workforce.”

 

Ms. Busakorn Lowsoponkul, Managing Director of Mitsu Thaiyont Konlakarn Co., Ltd., said, “As a Mitsubishi Motors dealership that has long been a part of the Phatthalung community, we believe that creating opportunities for young people to develop their skills and build their futures within their hometowns is a meaningful and sustainable way of giving back to society. This collaboration brings real-world experience and industry standards into the classroom, enabling students to prepare themselves from an early stage and further develop their knowledge toward future careers. Strengthening local talent not only creates opportunities for the younger generation but also helps preserve technical knowledge and craftsmanship while supporting sustainable community development.”

 

Mr. Nattanon Phu-ariyapong, Director of Lampang Technical College, said, “This collaboration not only enhances the quality of our teaching and learning resources but also helps strengthen the capabilities of our instructors through knowledge transfer and experience sharing from industry experts. The insights gained can be applied to further improve teaching methods and overall learning management. We would like to thank Mitsubishi Motors Thailand and Mitsu Lampang Co., Ltd. for providing such valuable opportunities for our students.”

 

Mr. Man Nittayamekhin, Managing Director of Mitsu Lampang Co., Ltd., said, “The quality of human resources is one of the key factors in raising operational standards and strengthening the automotive business within the region. Working together with Mitsubishi Motors Thailand and Lampang Technical College to provide students with opportunities to learn using real equipment helps them better understand industry standards and professional skills. We believe that preparing talent from the educational level will help build a capable workforce that can sustainably support local businesses and industries.”

 

The donation to both technical colleges includes an engines and powertrain sets comprising the new 4N16 engine featuring advanced automotive technologies from the NEW TRITON, a 4A91 and 3A92 engines, an R6M5A, R6MAA manual transmission, and a differential. The donation is complemented by hands-on training jointly conducted by experts from the Mitsubishi Motors Thailand Education Academy and technicians from dealers. This initiative reflects the company's commitment to supporting education and developing skilled automotive personnel. It also aligns with the company's CSR direction, ‘To Contribute and Grow with Thai Society,’ which focuses on three key pillars: Education, Environment, and Health.

 

FAQs

Q: What is this project?

A: This is the “Learning Society and Knowledge Management” Project, donating engines and powertrain sets to the vocational education institutes, with the aim of developing automotive personnel skills under Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand)’s vision ‘To Contribute and Grow with Thai Society’.

 

Q: What support is provided in this round of the project?

A: In this round of the project, it included the donation of the engine and powertrain set, comprising:

    • New 4N16 engine featuring advanced automotive technologies from the NEW TRITON

    • 4A91 Engine

    • 3A92 Engine

    • R6M5A Manual Transmission

    • R6MAA Manual Transmission

    • Differential

Q: Beyond the engine and powertrain set donation, what other support is provided?

A: In addition to the donation of engines and powertrain sets, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the vocational education institutions and local dealers has been signed, strengthening collaboration in vocational workforce development and reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting the education sector.

 

Q: How do students benefit from this project?

A: Students gain hands-on experience with real equipment, learn through practical training in real-world settings, and enhance their employability in the automotive industry.

 

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About Mitsubishi Motors Thailand (MMTh)

Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the largest facility in the MMC group and an export hub to more than 120 countries, is one of Thailand’s leading automotive companies committed to produce and sell a range of vehicles that are eco-friendly, high in quality, performance, safety, comfort, technology, and customer satisfaction. In 2018, MMTh officially opened the Education Academy in Pathum Thani. At the beginning of 2024, the company celebrated a total production of seven million units. MMTh’s current range of vehicles includes the MITSUBISHI TRITON, MITSUBISHI PAJERO SPORT, MITSUBISHI ATTRAGE, MITSUBISHI MIRAGE, MITSUBISHI XPANDER HEV, and MITSUBISHI XPANDER CROSS HEV. And most recently, MMTh underlined its leadership in HEVs with the debut of the ALL-NEW MITSUBISHI XFORCE HEV to the Thai market for the first time, reaffirming its leadership in full-hybrid vehicles. To ensure the highest quality, MMTh uses its proving ground in Si Racha, Chonburi, to assess products from design to product development stages to ensure customers take delivery of vehicles that are second-to-none in all aspects of quality.

 

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