Yogyakarta – ALVA has reached a new milestone in Indonesia’s electric motorcycle market after officially distributing its 20,000th unit. More than a sales achievement, the milestone provides an indication of how electric motorcycles are increasingly being used for everyday mobility
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BYD Expands Its Indonesia Footprint with a New EV Manufacturing Plant
Subang – BYD is strengthening its presence in Indonesia as the Chinese automaker expands its electric vehicle manufacturing strategy in one of Southeast Asia’s largest automotive markets. The company’s local factory is expected to play an important role in supporting
Piaggio and Vespa Are Going Deeper Into Indonesia’s Regional Markets
Kendari – Indonesia’s motorcycle market is not only about Jakarta, Java or other major cities. As economic activity and consumer preferences continue to develop in different regions, premium motorcycle brands are also looking beyond their traditional markets to find new
Why Changan Needs More Than One EV Brand in Indonesia
Jakarta – Indonesia’s electric vehicle market is becoming increasingly crowded, with global automakers introducing different brands and technologies to compete for buyers. For Changan, the response is not to rely on a single name, but to build a broader electric
From Bekasi to Global Markets: How Indonesia Became a Key Base for Bridgestone
Bekasi – When Bridgestone began manufacturing tires in Indonesia five decades ago, the country was still developing its modern automotive industry. Today, Indonesia has become more than a sales market for the Japanese tire maker, serving as an important manufacturing
Small, Retro and Expensive: Why the Honda ST125 Dax Costs More Than Some Bigger Bikes
Jakarta – At first glance, the Honda ST125 Dax can seem difficult to explain. It is a small motorcycle with a 125cc engine, yet its price in Indonesia reaches Rp84.5 million, putting it above several motorcycles with larger engines. The
Mazda Looks Beyond Java as Indonesia’s Regional Car Market Keeps Growing
Makassar – Indonesia’s automotive market is often associated with Java, where major cities and industrial centers account for a significant portion of vehicle demand. But as regional economies continue to develop, automakers are increasingly looking beyond the country’s traditional automotive
From Smart Factories to EV Repairs: Automechanika Jakarta Brings the Auto Industry’s Biggest Changes Together
Jakarta – Indonesia’s automotive industry is changing far beyond the vehicles seen on the road. Artificial intelligence is entering factories, electric vehicles are creating new demands for repair shops, and battery technology is forcing the industry to rethink everything from
Beyond EVs, Indonesia Sees Batteries as the Next Key to Its Energy Transition
Jakarta – Batteries are no longer being viewed solely as a critical component of electric vehicles. As renewable energy capacity expands, energy storage is becoming increasingly important for balancing power systems, improving grid flexibility and supporting the transition away from
