Reported on September 29, 2025, Geely officially began local vehicle production in Indonesia, starting in Q3 at PT Handal Indonesia Motor’s (HIM) Purwakarta facility in West Java using the knock-down (KD) assembly system. 
The Starray EM-I PHEV is the first model off the line, with the EX5 EV and Xingyuan EV to follo

Hunan Corun New Energy Co., Ltd. (Corun) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with PT. Battery Bank Indonesia (BBK), a local Indonesian company, to pivot on battery swapping operations to fully support Indonesia in popularizing electric mobility and transitioning to green energy. This partnership covers the produ

On September 19, 2025, the Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) released infographic data on Indonesia’s electrified vehicle (CKD) production for the January–August 2025 period.
BEV production totaled 14,582 units, largely dominated by Chinese brands. The breakdown is as follows: Wuling 7,986 uni

On September 19, 2025, the Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) released data on Indonesia’s completely built-up (CBU) vehicle exports for the January–August 2025 period, totaling 335,063 units broken down by brand.
Toyota remained the top exporter with 114,280 units shipped, followed by Daihatsu

On September 23, the president of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) welcomed the EU and Indonesia agreement on a free trade agreement after nine years of intensive negotiations. Indonesia is an important growth and diversification market for the German automotive industry. The agreement will cre

Reported on September 19, 2025, GAC AION Indonesia has confirmed that the E9, a PHEV-based MPV, is scheduled to launch in Indonesia in the first quarter of 2026.
The eco-friendly MPV from the Chinese brand has already been showcased twice in Indonesia: first during the inauguration of the GAC AION factory in West Jav

Reported on September 19, 2025, the Jakarta Provincial Government’s Manpower, Transmigration, and Energy Agency partnered with ENTREV Project and the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) to accelerate the development of Jakarta’s battery-based electric vehicle (KBLBB) ecosystem.
A Focus Group Di

On September 23, the European Union and Indonesia finalised their negotiations on the ‘Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement’ (CEPA), and an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA). The agreement will give EU companies privileged access to the Indonesian market by removing import duties on 98.5% of tariff lines

Announced on September 20, 2025, PT Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors (KTB), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Fuso commercial vehicles in Indonesia, marked its 55th anniversary with the launch of the Fighter X FM65F 4x2 Tractor Head.
Mitsubishi Fuso has been a trusted logistics partner in Indonesia for over 50 ye

Announced on September 19, 2025, Vingroup signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT. Sulsel Andalan Energi, a regional-owned enterprise in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, witnessed by the Governor. 
The partnership aims to jointly develop renewable energy projects, starting with large-scale solar farms, and to ex

South Korea’s EcoPro announced that it has completed a KRW 700 billion (JPY 77 billion) first-phase investment in nickel smelters in the Morowali Industrial Park in Indonesia, to establish a stable nickel material supply structure. Through the investment, the company will become able to purchase 28,500 tons of nickel

Announced on September 17, 2025, PT Astra Daihatsu Motor Indonesia introduced the Gran Max Blind Van 1.5 A/T, the first commercial vehicle in its class to feature an automatic transmission directly from the manufacturer. Designed to meet the growing demands of today’s business world, it offers practical and efficient

Announced on September 13, 2025, Indonesia’s Industry Minister has issued Regulation No. 35/2025 to overhaul the Domestic Component Level (TKDN) policy, replacing Regulation No. 16/2011. The reform aims to make TKDN certification more affordable, faster, simpler, transparent, and accountable to boost investment and i

The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) and other sources reported that Indonesian vehicle sales in August 2025 were 61,780 units, down 19.0% compared to August 2024.
By automaker sales in August, Toyota was down 29.5% y/y to 18,328 units and a 29.7% market share. Daihatsu was down 28.8% to 9,84

Reported on September 11, 2025, Mexico will raise import tariffs on cars from China and several other Asian countries as part of a broader policy aimed at protecting jobs. The measure covers sectors including automotive, steel, toys, and textiles.
Indonesia’s car export quota to Mexico is currently limited to around

Reported on September 10, 2025, the Indonesia Motorcycle Show (IMOS) 2025 will be held from September 24–28 at ICE BSD City, Tangerang, targeting 100,000 visitors. The 2024 edition attracted 98,791 attendees.
Covering over 15,000 sqm, IMOS 2025 will feature 14 motorcycle brands, including Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Harle

Announced on September 13, 2025, Antolin has inaugurated a new facility in Indonesia in collaboration with local joint venture AAA, formed by APM and ARMADA AUTOPARTS. The plant will start with headliner production and has plans to expand into door panels, lighting systems, and integrated electronics, reflecting Anto

Announced on September 11, 2025, KEK Industropolis Batang (the Batang Industropolis Special Economic Zone (SEZ)) has marked a major milestone with the signing of an Industrial Land Utilization Agreement (PPTI) with PT LBM Energi Baru Indonesia Batang, a global affiliate recognized as the world’s leading supplier of L

Announced on September 12, 2025, GAC Indonesia has officially launched the AION UT, its latest electric hatchback, offered in two variants: Standard from IDR 325 million and Premium from IDR 363 million.
Locally produced in Indonesia, the AION UT undergoes rigorous road tests to ensure performance, reliability, and c

Announced on September 13, 2025, Arista Group, on September 9, signed a Distributor Agreement with Zhejiang Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group (Farizon Auto), a subsidiary of Geely Holding Group.
Under the partnership, Farizon Auto has appointed Arista Group through its subsidiary PT Arista Auto Elektrindo t