Counterfeit 555 Auto Components Hurt Business in Indonesia

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Timur Raya Anugerah Damai, the official distributor and sole authorized importer of Japanese automotive components brand 555, said counterfeit products circulating in Indonesia have caused business losses for the company. The situation was highlighted by Jessica Kwan, Sales & Marketing Manager of PT Timur Raya Anugerah Damai, in Tangerang, Banten, during […]

HELLA Launches Premium Ceramic Brake Pads, Covering 80% of Cars in Indonesia

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com – HELLA has expanded its braking system product portfolio in Indonesia with the launch of Premium Ceramic brake pads for various Asian passenger vehicles. The aftermarket product was introduced at Automechanika Jakarta on September 26, 2026. Andrew Heng, Head of Product Management and Asia Pacific Regional Marketing, said the launch of the Premium Ceramic […]

Vehicle Safety Technology Alone Is Not Enough, KNKT Highlights User Habits

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com – National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT) member Wisnu Hariadi has highlighted how the use of vehicle safety technology is not always accompanied by sufficient understanding and proper operating habits among users. Wisnu said modern vehicles are equipped with various safety technologies, including both active and passive safety systems. Active safety technologies include automatic […]

Electric Cars Still Use 12V Batteries: Functions and Signs of a Weak Battery

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com – Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) still use a 12-volt battery, also known as an auxiliary battery, alongside the main battery that powers the vehicle. Yandi Hermanto, Product Manager at GS Astra, explained that the 12V battery is an important part of an electric vehicle’s electrical system. The battery serves a different purpose from the […]

SKF Expands Indonesia Aftermarket Portfolio with Four-Wheeler and EV Products

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — PT SKF Indonesia is expanding its automotive aftermarket portfolio in Indonesia by preparing a range of products for four-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and electric vehicles. The expansion includes products beyond conventional bearings, including third-generation wheel bearings, strut bearings, water pumps, driveshafts, seals, and suspension products. SKF will also bring electric vehicle solutions to […]

Aspira Maxio Dash Targets Indonesia’s Scooter Tire Market

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Astra Otoparts Tbk, through its Aspira brand, has introduced the Aspira Maxio Dash tire for automatic scooters, offering strong grip, a robust construction, and a sporty design. The tire was introduced by Astra Otoparts at Automechanika Jakarta 2026, held at the company’s booth in Hall 5, NICE, PIK 2, on Friday […]

Astemo Strengthens Aftermarket, Targets 120 Million Motorcycle Users

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com—Astemo is strengthening its aftermarket business in Indonesia by bringing more products and technologies for two-wheelers to the market, with the latest addition being the Showa EVO/PD suspension system. Astemo Asia Aftermarket Business Unit Head Rakesh Gandhi said Indonesia is one of the key markets for the company’s aftermarket business in Asia. According to […]

Laris Chandra Targets B2B Partners, Distributors at Automechanika Jakarta

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Laris Chandra is using its participation in Automechanika Jakarta 2026 to expand its business-to-business (B2B) network and seek distributors to market its products. PT Laris Chandra Brand Strategist Johnson Wijaya said the company’s participation in Automechanika Jakarta marks its first appearance at the exhibition in Indonesia. The company is showcasing an […]

Astra Otoparts Seeks to Expand Business Partnerships at Automechanika Jakarta

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Astra Otoparts Tbk (Astra Otoparts) is seeking to expand collaboration opportunities with business partners through its participation in the inaugural Automechanika Jakarta 2026, taking place from September 24–27, 2026, at Nusantara International Convention Exhibition, PIK 2, Tangerang, Banten. At the exhibition, Astra Otoparts is participating as a Strategic Partner and Platinum […]

At Automechanika Jakarta, Faisol Riza Highlights Indonesia’s Auto Growth

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — Deputy Minister of Industry Faisol Riza said Indonesia still has significant room for growth in the automotive sector. One indication is the country’s car ownership ratio, which currently stands at only around 99 vehicles per 1,000 people. According to Faisol, the ratio remains well below that of several other Southeast Asian countries. […]

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