Automotive Indonesia Bolsters Air Defense: A Strategic Analysis of the Acquisition of 12 Leonardo M-346 F Block 20 Jets July 24, 2026 Basiran JAKARTA – In a move signaling a significant leap forward for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU), the Republic of Indonesia has officially entered into a strategic procurement agreement for…
Automotive BYD Embarks on Massive Global Expansion: 9,000 New Jobs Created Amidst Export Surge July 24, 2026 Basiran JAKARTA – BYD, the Chinese automotive giant and global leader in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), has officially launched an aggressive recruitment drive, announcing over 9,000 new job openings. This massive…
Automotive Strategic Reinforcement: Honda and GAC Extend Landmark Partnership in China Until 2038 July 23, 2026 Evan Lee Salim JAKARTA – In a significant move that underscores the enduring importance of the Chinese automotive market, Honda Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd. (HMC) has officially announced the extension of its…
Automotive The Evolution of Speed: Marc Marquez Weighs in on MotoGP’s Pivotal 2027 Regulatory Overhaul July 23, 2026 Azzam Bilal Chamdy Jakarta – As the curtain begins to fall on the current era of MotoGP, the paddock is abuzz with anticipation for the radical technical shift scheduled for 2027. Among the…
Automotive DFSK E5 Plus: The New Benchmark for PHEV SUVs in Indonesia’s Electrification Era July 22, 2026 Asro Jakarta – In a move that signals a significant shift in the Indonesian automotive landscape, DFSK has officially launched the E5 Plus, a sophisticated Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) SUV.…
Automotive Geely’s Bold Gambit: Why the Chinese Auto Giant is Challenging the Japanese Hegemony in Indonesia’s B-SUV Market July 22, 2026 Asep Darmawan JAKARTA – In an automotive market long defined by the dominance of Japanese manufacturers, a bold newcomer is preparing to disrupt the status quo. Geely, the Chinese automotive titan, has…
Automotive Depok’s Green Transition: Transforming Urban Public Transport with Electric Microbuses July 21, 2026 Dwi Wanna JAKARTA – In a pioneering move toward sustainable urban mobility, the Depok City Government is spearheading a transformative initiative to modernize its public transportation network. The Department of Transportation (Dishub)…
Automotive Changan Deepal S05 Makes Waves in Indonesian Market: Bridging the Gap Between BEV and REEV Technology July 21, 2026 Iffa Jayyana JAKARTA – The Indonesian automotive landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, and Changan Automobile is positioning itself at the vanguard of this shift. With the recent opening of pre-orders for…
Automotive Daihatsu Indonesia Posts Strong First-Half Performance: Retail Sales Surge 27% in June 2026 July 20, 2026 Ammar Sabilarrohman JAKARTA – PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM), a cornerstone of the Indonesian automotive industry, has officially concluded the first half of 2026 on a high note. Bucking broader economic headwinds,…
Automotive General Motors Eyes Global Expansion: The Strategic Rebadging of Wuling Bingo as a Chevrolet EV July 20, 2026 Iffa Jayyana JAKARTA – In a move that signals a significant pivot in its global electrification strategy, automotive giant General Motors (GM) is reportedly evaluating plans to rebadge the Wuling Bingo—a highly…
