ve U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials time to prepare. For nine trading partners that arrived at deals with the White House, tariff rates will not increase as much as Trump initially threatened. Trump negotiated trade frameworks over the past few weeks with the EU, UK, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Those countries that have not agreed to new trade terms are being divided into three brackets: countries wher...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/02

en the two countries. The move came amid President Trump’s warning that trade agreements would be suspended unless the deadly border conflict was resolved. As part of ASEAN, Malaysia, which played a role in mediating the truce, was also assigned the same 19% tariff, aligning with rates applied to Indonesia and the Philippines. Despite the ceasefire, Thailand has accused Cambodian forces of unprovoked firing, violating the agreement. Among effor...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

GIIAS 2025: Nissan launches X-Trail e-POWER with e-4ORCE AWD SUV in Indonesia Announced on July 23, 2025, Nissan officially launched the X-Trail e-POWER with e-4ORCE at GIIAS 2025. The model is available at a special pre-order price of IDR 795 million (OTR Jakarta) for the first 500 customers. Equipped with Nissan’s exclusive e-POWER system and dual-motor e-4ORCE AWD, the SUV delivers up to 338 PS, accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 7.2 seconds, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

VinFast becomes GAIKINDO member, adds 20 dealership partners in Indonesia Announced on July 25, 2025, VinFast has officially joined the Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO), strengthening its commitment to Indonesia’s green mobility transition.  This move empowers VinFast to speed up EV adoption, connect more closely with local customers, and promote sustainable development within the automotive sector. At GIIAS 2025, VinF...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

d, with six new models planned over the next three years. Norton is also preparing for international expansion, initially focusing on markets including the USA, Germany, France, Italy, and India. To support this global growth, TVS Motor is also expanding manufacturing capabilities in both India and Indonesia and is establishing a global capability centre in Dubai. This infrastructure development aims to enhance long-term scalability in internatio...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

Japanese OEMs exhibit various electrified vehicles at Indonesia Auto Show As seen at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), Japanese automakers are accelerating the introduction of electrified vehicles in Indonesia, where sales of electric vehicles (EVs) are increasing rapidly. Chinese automakers have entered the market expanding EV sales by introducing low-priced models. In Indonesia, which is said to be Japanese automaker stron...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

GIIAS 2025: Mitsubishi Fuso Indonesia presents eCanter mobile charging truck and new Fighter-X tractor head On July 23, 2025, PT Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors (KTB), the official distributor of Mitsubishi Fuso commercial vehicles in Indonesia, is celebrating 55 years of operations at GIIAS 2025, carrying the theme “True Business Mainstay,” highlighting its long-standing support for the nation’s logistics and economic development. At the e...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

GIIAS 2025: Italdesign - Indonesian govt. unveils Project i2C design concept of national e-SUV On July 23, 2025, the Indonesian government, in collaboration with Italdesign, unveiled the i2C at GIIAS 2025. The i2C is developed on an existing EV platform, marking a key step in the joint effort to create Indonesia’s first indigenous passenger vehicle. This concept fully electric 6/7-seater SUV is designed to meet institutional needs while suppor...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

GIIAS 2025: Honda launches STEP WGN e:HEV in Indonesia; Super EV Concept makes regional debut Announced on July 24, 2025. PT Honda Prospect Motor officially launched the Honda STEP WGN e:HEV at GIIAS 2025. This upper MPV expands Honda’s e:HEV lineup in Indonesia across sedans, SUVs, and MPVs. First introduced in Japan in 1996, the STEP WGN has sold nearly 2 million units globally.  The STEP WGN e:HEV is powered by a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle i-VTEC ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

GIIAS 2025: Jetour’s RHD T2 off-road SUV makes world premiere ahead of Indonesian launch On July 23, 2025, PT Jetour Motor Indonesia unveiled the world’s first right-hand drive JETOUR T2 at GIIAS 2025.  Targeted at adventure-seekers, this rugged, D segment off-road SUV blends boxy styling with modern features and advanced lighting. With over 200,000 units sold globally, the T2 is positioned as a strong contender in Indonesia’s SUV segment....

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

GIIAS 2025: Chery’s LEPAS debuts overseas in Indonesia, opens pre-bookings for L8 SUV On July 23, 2025, Chery’s premium sub-brand LEPAS made its debut at GIIAS 2025, marking its official entry into the Indonesian market and its first appearance outside China since the brand’s global launch. True to its name, Leap and Passion, LEPAS aims to combine the grace of a leopard with innovative engineering, seeking to redefine automotive prestige th...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

GIIAS 2025: BYD Atto 1 A segment EV launched in Indonesia Announced on July 23, 2025, the BYD Atto 1 A segment EV made its Indonesian debut at GIIAS 2025, bringing bold styling, smart electric features, and a fun-to-drive experience, tailored for the modern urban driver. Built on BYD’s advanced e-Platform 3.0, the Atto 1 delivers a quiet, stable ride, backed by a strong body structure, six airbags, and dependable braking. It is powered by BYD...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

GIIAS 2025: VinFast VF 7 electric SUV launched in Indonesia On July 23, 2025, VinFast officially launched the VF 7, its fifth model in Indonesia. This C-segment all-electric SUV, now in its third market, is offered in two variants: Eco and Plus, combining sleek design and advanced technology. Prices start at IDR 499 million for the Eco and IDR 599 million for the Plus (OTR, battery included). The first 200 deliveries or orders fulfilled by Septem...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid set for 2026 Indonesian launch as import model from Japan On July 24, 2025, PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) announced that the Rocky hybrid SUV is scheduled to go on sale in Indonesia in 2026. This marks Daihatsu’s first hybrid offering in the Indonesian market. The model will be fully imported from the Shiga (Ryuo) Plant in Japan and will comply with all local regulatory standards. Launched in Japan in 2021, the hybrid Rock...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

GIIAS 2025: XPeng delivers first Indonesia-made X9 EV, showcases AI+mobility ecosystem Announced on July 24, at the 2025 Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025), XPeng held the handover ceremony for the first locally produced XPeng X9 unit. This marks a new phase in XPeng’s global expansion, revealing Indonesia as the first country outside China for its localized production strategy. At the booth, XPeng showcased several innovative produ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

GIIAS 2025: Toyota debuts Indonesia-made new bZ4X BEV; presents heritage and xEV solutions Announced on July 23, 2025, PT Toyota-Astra Motor (TAM) is participating in GIIAS 2025, showcasing up to 30 vehicles, including two heritage models: the Corolla KE20 (introduced in Indonesia in 1971) and the Toyota Kijang Buaya Generation One, launched in 1977, celebrating Toyota’s 54-year legacy in Indonesia. At the event, Toyota unveiled the locally pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

GIIAS 2025: Suzuki Indonesia showcases e VITARA; Local launch still on track for 2026 Announced on July 23, 2025, PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (SIS) opened its GIIAS 2025 participation with a bold showcase of future mobility, featuring new products, technologies, and services across a spacious 2,000-sqm booth. The main attraction of Suzuki’s exhibition is the e VITARA SUV, Suzuki’s first mass-produced BEV, designed as a key milestone in Suzuki...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

GIIAS 2025: Daihatsu Indonesia prepares diverse lineup, highlights HEV and EV concepts Announced on July 23, 2025, PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) will showcase 18 units at GIIAS 2025 in Jakarta (July 23–August 3), under the theme “The Future of Joyful Mobility.” The lineup includes commercially available models, concept cars, and upcoming releases. ADM revealed that the previously mentioned HEV to be brought to GIIAS will be the Rocky hybrid...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

U.S., Indonesia reach framework for trade agreement, tariffs drop to 19% On July 22, the Trump administration announced that the U.S. and Indonesia agreed to a framework for negotiating an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, which will open access to each other’s markets, with key terms including:    •The U.S. will reduce to 19% the reciprocal tariffs on goods originating from Indonesia.   •Indonesia will eliminate approximately 99% of tarif...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Jaecoo holds global premiere of JAECOO J8 ARDIS and J8 SHS ARDIS PHEV in Indonesia On July 21, 2025, Jaecoo Indonesia announced the global launch of the JAECOO J8 ARDIS midsize SUV and its plug-in hybrid version, the J8 SHS ARDIS. The J8 SHS ARDIS is driven by a 1.5-liter TGDI engine mated with a Super Hybrid System and Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (3DHT) Triple-Motor technology, with a 34.46 kWh battery. It delivers a total range of 1,400 km, a...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23