Jakarta. The number of completely built-up (CBU) vehicle imports into Indonesia remains relatively high, particularly for commercial models such as trucks, according to the Indonesian Automotive Industry Association (Gaikindo).

Gaikindo data show that automotive manufacturers from various countries, including China, continue to ship CBU vehicles into Indonesia. Among the top importers is Toyota, which brought in 9,059 units between January and June 2025, including the Hi-Lux Rangga series.

Toyota’s monthly CBU imports were recorded at 1,198 units in January, 1,735 in February, 1,823 in March, 1,552 in April, 1,404 in May, and 1,347 in June.

Other key brands also contributed to the CBU influx. Mitsubishi imported 7,334 units over the same period, followed by FAW with 349 units, UD Truck with 247 units, Isuzu with 121 units, and Hino with 21 units.

This steady flow of imports comes despite a downturn in commercial vehicle sales. Gaikindo Secretary General Kukuh Kumara said that performance in this segment is closely tied to broader economic conditions.

“Sales of commercial vehicles depend heavily on ongoing infrastructure and mining projects,” Kukuh said. “If the economy recovers, commodity prices rise, and mining activity picks up, we typically see a rebound.”

However, Kukuh acknowledged that current market conditions remain challenging. “Right now, it’s quite tough. We hope to see improvement soon,” he added.

He stressed that the pace of recovery will depend significantly on government policies that provide certainty for investors. "We're looking for pro-investment policies that offer long-term guarantees and ensure policy continuity,” Kukuh said.

Looking ahead, Gaikindo is cautiously optimistic that stronger economic performance in the second half of 2025 will translate into higher commercial vehicle sales.