Automotive

Jakarta’s automotive calendar is once again anchored by one of its most anticipated lifestyle events, the Indonesia Modification & Lifestyle Expo (IMX). Scheduled to take place from October 9 to 11, 2026, the upcoming installment promises to push the boundaries of creative automotive artistry, engineering, and cultural expression. For enthusiasts, industry professionals, and everyday car lovers, IMX 2026 serves as …

The arrival of Green SM Bike in Jakarta on September 16, 2026, marks a significant shift in the Indonesian ride-hailing landscape, positioning the country as the first international market for the Vietnamese company’s two-wheeled electric vehicle (EV) operations. By integrating VinFast electric scooters into its fleet, Green SM is not only expanding its portfolio beyond electric taxis but is also …

Tangerang, Indonesia — Global automotive supplier Hella officially unveiled its latest advancement in braking technology, the Premium Ceramic Brake Pads, during the highly anticipated Automechanika Jakarta 2026 exhibition. The introduction of these high-performance components marks a significant shift in Hella’s strategy for the Indonesian aftermarket, focusing on the specific needs of the country’s vast population of Asian-manufactured passenger vehicles. By …

The Indonesian automotive landscape experienced a significant paradigm shift throughout 2025, marked by the systematic retirement of several well-known vehicle models. Automotive manufacturers operating within Southeast Asia’s largest economy made strategic decisions to phase out specific internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and underperforming variants. These discontinuation choices were driven by a combination of evolving corporate strategies, tightening global and domestic …

The boundaries of electric vehicle efficiency have been dramatically redrawn following a landmark achievement in Europe, where an unmodified production-spec Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance successfully traveled a staggering 1,338 kilometers on a single battery charge. Executed under real-world driving conditions on public roads open to everyday traffic, this monumental feat not only establishes a new global benchmark for battery …

Jakarta, Indonesia — Marking another major milestone in its ongoing international expansion, luxury automotive manufacturer Hongqi has officially inaugurated its first-ever facility in Indonesia, named Hongqi House Mampang. Located strategically in the bustling hub of South Jakarta, the newly opened establishment serves as a comprehensive lifestyle, sales, and after-sales center designed to cater to the burgeoning upper-crust automotive market in …

Tangerang, Indonesia — In a significant development for the Southeast Asian automotive aftermarket, Hitachi Astemo has officially introduced its advanced Showa Evo PD (Position Dependence) suspension system to the Indonesian market. The unveiling took place on Friday, September 25, 2026, during the prestigious Automechanika trade exhibition held at the Nusantara International Convention Exhibition (NICE) in PIK 2, Tangerang. This strategic …

The Indonesian National Police Traffic Corps, widely known as Korlantas Polri, has officially introduced the digital Vehicle Registration Certificate, commonly referred to as STNK digital, integrated directly into the official Digital Korlantas application. This pivotal milestone arrives as a natural continuation of the digital driving license (SIM digital) rollout that was previously introduced to the Indonesian public. The grand unveiling …

The Indonesian National Police Traffic Corps, known as Korlantas Polri, has officially introduced the digital version of the Vehicle Registration Certificate (STNK), marking a significant milestone in the ongoing digital transformation of traffic administration in Indonesia. As of Friday, September 25, 2026, vehicle owners can access their vehicle information seamlessly through the Digital Korlantas application. This transition, while highly anticipated, …

The Indonesian government is accelerating its strategic efforts to eradicate Over Dimension Over Loading (ODOL) vehicles from the nation’s logistics ecosystem, leveraging advanced digital infrastructure as the 2027 Zero ODOL target approaches. With a renewed focus on road safety, infrastructure preservation, and operational efficiency, the Ministry of Public Works and the Ministry of Transportation have deployed a synchronized network of …