BYD Zhengzhou vessel marks first ASEAN trip, to accelerate EV deliveries in Malaysia Announced on August 11, 2025, BYD Malaysia and Sime Motors reported the arrival of the BYD Zhengzhou, a carrier transporting fully-built vehicles, at North Port, Port Klang on August 5. The 7,000-unit roll-on/roll-off (RORO) vessel, making its first Southeast Asia journey, also delivers to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Singapore, stopping in Thailand before ret...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/18

GIIAS 2025: BYD receives 4,195 bookings for BYD and Denza lineup Reported on August 13, 2025, BYD Indonesia recorded 4,195 vehicle orders (SPKs) for the BYD lineup and its premium brand Denza during the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2025. While the company has not disclosed a breakdown by model, the Atto 1, which drew strong interest at the event, was confirmed to have dominated sales. From January to July 2025, combined BYD ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

GIIAS 2025: Hyundai secures 3,017 vehicle orders at GIIAS 2025, STARGAZER top sales Announced on August 12, 2025, PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia (HMID) received 3,017 purchase orders during the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2025. The STARGAZER led total orders, followed by the New Creta and the All-New Palisade. The STARGAZER Cartenz and Cartenz X made their global debut at the event. The STARGAZER Cartenz also won the Favorite ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/13

Indonesian sales down 18.4% to 60,552 in July The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) and other sources reported that Indonesian vehicle sales in July 2025 were 60,552 units, down 18.4% compared to July 2024.By automaker sales in July, Toyota was down 30.3% y/y to 18,905 units and a 31.2% market share. Daihatsu was down 24.9% to 10,451 units with a 17.3% market share. Suzuki was up 11.1% to 6,010 units with a 9.9% market sha...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

GIIAS 2025: Toyota surpasses 4,000 SPKs; Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid contributes 25% Reported on August 3, 2025, Toyota Astra-Motor secured approximately 4,250 Vehicle Order Letters (SPKs) over 8 days at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025). The Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid accounted for about 25% of these orders. Electrified vehicles accounted for 34% of Toyota’s total orders, marking a 7% increase over GIIAS 2024. Official...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Toyota Indonesia prepares to launch new HEV model targeting wider market Reported on August 5, 2025, Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) hinted at the upcoming launch of a new hybrid model aimed at reaching a broader market.  However, Toyota declined to disclose specific details about its next HEV lineup. When asked to confirm whether the model would be the Avanza hybrid, TAM neither confirmed nor denied the possibility, advising the public to await the of...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

GIIAS 2025: Mitsubishi Indonesia records 4,110 bookings; Destinator SUV garners over 1,900 bookings Announced on August 5, 2025, PT Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Sales Indonesia (MMKSI) exceeded expectations at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025) by recording 4,110 vehicle bookings (SPKs), surpassing its target. This achievement was driven by Mitsubishi’s flagship models, led by the newly launched Mitsubishi Destinator, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

GIIAS 2025: Wuling Indonesia secures 2,395 orders, debuts Cortez Darion MPV (EV/PHEV) Announced on August 6, 2025, Wuling Motors reported impressive results at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2025, held from July 24 to August 3 at ICE BSD City. The company recorded a total of 2,395 vehicle orders (SPK) and conducted 1,077 test drive sessions during the event.Its ABC Electric vehicles led the momentum, with the BinguoEV cont...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

GIIAS 2025: MG confirms upcoming launch of MG S5 EV and new MG ZS (HEV/ICE) in Indonesia Announced on August 1, 2025, MG Motor Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to safety as a core element of innovation, with all-electric and conventional models, such as the MG4 EV, ZS EV, and S5 EV, achieving 5-star ratings from Euro NCAP and ASEAN NCAP.  MG equips its vehicles with the MG Pilot driver assistance suite, passive safety systems, and multi-layer...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Chery’s sub-brand Lepas set to enter Malaysia following overseas debut in Indonesia Reported on August 4, 2025, Chery appears poised to introduce its new sub-brand, Lepas, to the Malaysian market, with early indications emerging through local social media channels. While no official launch details have been disclosed, the move suggests that an announcement may be forthcoming. The anticipated arrival of Lepas will further enhance Chery Malaysia...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/06

GIIAS 2025: Hyundai STARGAZER Cartenz and STARGAZER Cartenz X launched in Indonesia Announced on July 31, 2025, the launch of the Hyundai STARGAZER Cartenz and STARGAZER Cartenz X was officially recognized by Indonesia’s Minister of Industry at the 32nd GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS). Starting at IDR 269.9 million, these refreshed STARGAZER models are also powered by the Smartstream G1.5 MPI engine, delivering 115 PS and 143...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Thai BOI, FTI applaud U.S. tariff reduction; Auto/parts investment applications rise in H1 On August 1, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) and the Board of Investment (BOI) praised the government for securing a reduction in U.S. import tariffs on Thai goods, from 36% to 19%, bringing the rate in line with Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. While still higher than Singapore’s 10%, the new rate is significantly more co...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

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