Indonesia’s EV Revolution: Beyond Fast Charging, Towards a Battery-Swapping Future Indonesia is poised to become a major player in the global electric vehicle (EV) market, but the race isn’t just about faster charging times. While BYD’s latest Denza D9 and Song Ultra EV boast impressive charging capabilities – the latter achieving a 700km range after … Read more
The Looming Digital Tollbooth: How Indonesia’s E-Toll Snags Foreshadow a Global Smart Mobility Challenge Over 21,000 vehicles experienced delays during the recent Indonesian mudik (exodus) due to insufficient e-toll balances, highlighting a critical vulnerability in the rapidly expanding world of smart tolling systems. This isn’t simply a logistical hiccup; it’s a harbinger of challenges to … Read more
Honda’s Electric Shift: Beyond Subsidies, Towards a Rational EV Market Just 37% of potential EV buyers would still purchase an electric motorcycle even if government incentives disappeared. This startling statistic, revealed in recent Kompas.com research, underscores a pivotal moment for Honda and the wider electric motorcycle industry: the era of subsidy-driven demand is ending, and … Read more
The Rise of the Electrified SUV: Toyota’s RAV4 PHEV Signals a Broader Shift in Automotive Priorities Just 3% of new cars sold globally in 2018 were electrified. Today, that figure has surged past 30%, and is projected to exceed 50% by 2028. This rapid acceleration isn’t just about environmental concerns; it’s about a fundamental reshaping … Read more