Jakarta. Indonesia’s commercial vehicle market remained weak in the first half of 2025, with all major brands reporting a drop in sales, according to the Association of Indonesian Automotive Industries (Gaikindo).

Gaikindo data shows Mitsubishi Fuso led the segment with 11,442 units sold from January to June, followed closely by Isuzu with 11,275 units, Hino with 8,202 units, and UD Trucks with 1,110 units.

Gaikindo First Chairman Jongkie D. Sugiarto attributed the slowdown to declining global commodity prices, which led to mining companies delaying fleet purchases.

“If the mining sector recovers, vehicle sales will definitely follow. But global economic uncertainty is still weighing heavily on the market,” Jongkie told Beritasatu.com on Monday.

Despite the sluggish market, the four leading commercial vehicle brands—Mitsubishi Fuso, Isuzu, Hino, and UD Trucks—returned to showcase their products at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS). Several passenger vehicle manufacturers, including DFSK and Daihatsu, also displayed commercial variants like the Gelora E, Super Cab, and other utility models.

Jongkie added that GIIAS is not the main platform for commercial vehicles, which typically take center stage at the Gaikindo Indonesia Commercial Vehicle Expo (Giicomvec).

“Giicomvec will draw more attention from the commercial vehicle segment,” he said.

Aji Jaya, Sales and Marketing Director at PT Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors (Mitsubishi Fuso Indonesia), echoed Jongkie’s sentiment, citing external pressures such as geopolitical tensions, global economic headwinds, and commodity volatility as key factors affecting demand. Still, he remains cautiously optimistic about a potential rebound in the second half of the year.

Gaikindo data also showed that Mitsubishi Fuso maintained its lead in market share, accounting for 38.3% of total commercial vehicle sales in the first half.

“The manufacturing sector still shows steady demand, but mining and plantation orders remain underwhelming. The logistics industry continues to be the backbone of our sales,” Aji said.

While full-year growth is expected to be modest, industry players are closely watching macroeconomic conditions that could shift purchasing decisions across key sectors.