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Gasoline Motorbike Ban Proposal Threatens Indonesia’s Two-Wheeler Duopoly
Indonesia sold 6.58 million new motorcycles in 2025 alone, making it one of the largest motorcycle markets globally.Business 10 hours ago
EV Bike Makers Urge Incentives to Boost Indonesia Sales to 100K
A more conservative sales target stands at 70,000 units -- still above the approximately 61,000 units recorded in 2025.Business Apr 14, 2026 | 11:29 pm
Indonesia’s Plan to Convert 120 Million Motorcycles to Electric Deemed Unrealistic
Indonesia’s target to convert 120 million motorcycles to electric faces major hurdles, from infrastructure gaps to coal reliance.Business Apr 14, 2026 | 10:18 pm
Four Chinese Automakers Break Into Indonesia’s Top 10 Car Sales
Despite only officially entering the Indonesian market in November 2025, Jaecoo has already overtaken established players.Business Apr 14, 2026 | 9:07 pm
Chinese EV Boom Forces Closure of Some Japanese Car Dealerships in Indonesia
Chinese EVs disrupt Indonesia’s auto market, forcing some Japanese dealers to close or switch brands amid rising EV demand.Business Apr 9, 2026 | 10:00 pm
Indonesia Uses Military Network to Deliver Imported Indian Vehicles to Rural Co-ops
Thousands of pickup trucks and transport vehicles had already been distributed to rural cooperatives through the local military unit Kodim.News Apr 9, 2026 | 4:13 pm
Prabowo Launches Electric Bus and Truck Assembly in Magelang
Prabowo inaugurates VKTR’s EV assembly plant in Magelang, reinforcing Indonesia’s push for electrified transport and energy independence.Business Apr 9, 2026 | 2:48 pm
BGN Confirms Purchase of 25,000 Electric Motorbikes Amid Public Scrutiny
The National Nutrition Agency bought 25,000 e-motorbikes for its free meal program, with distribution pending asset registration.News Apr 7, 2026 | 1:02 pm
Astra Otoparts CEO, Chief Commissioner Resign After Record-Breaking Performance
Astra Otoparts’ CEO and chief commissioner resign after the firm posted record profit, extending four years of earnings growth.Business Mar 26, 2026 | 2:56 am
Hormuz Tensions Threaten Indonesia Auto Industry With 2–4% Cost Surge
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz could raise Indonesia’s auto production costs by up to 4% while disrupting exports and supply chains.Business Mar 9, 2026 | 1:32 pm
Rural Cooperative Drive Sparks Auto Import Dispute and Retail Tensions
A minister regards Alfamart and Indomaret as a threat to rural cooperatives and opposes their expansion in villages.Business Feb 27, 2026 | 8:05 am
DPR Demands Answers on Agrinas’s $1.5 Billion India Vehicle Deal
Parliament summons Agrinas to explain its $1.5 billion plan to import 105,000 fully built vehicles from India.Business Feb 26, 2026 | 9:38 pm
Indonesia Receives First 1,000 Indian Pickup Trucks Under $1.5 Billion Agrinas Deal
Indonesia has received its first 1,000 Indian pickup trucks as part of Agrinas’s $1.5 billion import deal for rural cooperatives.Business Feb 24, 2026 | 11:38 pm
$1.5 Billion Indian Truck Import Can Trigger Layoffs: Labor Union
The Manpower Ministry reported that 88,519 people had lost their jobs throughout 2025.Business Feb 24, 2026 | 9:13 pm
Agrinas CEO Defends Controversial Plan to Import 105,000 Indian Pickup Trucks
“If we can get something stronger and cheaper, why should we buy something weaker and more expensive?” Joao said.Business Feb 24, 2026 | 8:43 pm
Indonesia’s Imports of Indian Pickups to Cut GDP by $2.3 Billion
Indonesia's imports of 105,000 Indian pickup trucks can cause 330,000 people to lose their jobs.Business Feb 23, 2026 | 11:06 am
Indonesian Minister Flags Economic Risks of Planned Indian Pickup Imports
Agus Gumiwang signaled objection to a Rp 25 trillion plan to import Indian pickups, saying local factories can meet demand.Business Feb 23, 2026 | 7:33 am
Indonesia Urged to Scrap Plan to Import 105,000 Pickup Trucks From India
The proposed imports — valued at an estimated Rp 25 trillion ($1.5 billion) — were first disclosed by the CEO of Agrinas Pangan Nusantara.Business Feb 22, 2026 | 11:36 am
Honda Civic Hybrid Selected Best Car by Edmunds, Hyundai Wins Two SUV Awards
With its available hybrid powertrain, the Civic achieves up to an EPA-estimated 49 miles per gallon (mpg) in combined city/highway driving.Business Feb 18, 2026 | 10:22 pm
Italjet Unveils Affordable Dragster R200 in Global Premiere in Jakarta
Italian motorcycle maker Italjet launched its Dragster R200 in Indonesia, marking a global debut aimed at expanding its local footprint.Business Feb 17, 2026 | 11:08 pm
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