Automechanika

Ministry of MSMEs Urges Small Businesses to Join Automotive Industry Supply Chain

TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com – The Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is encouraging MSMEs to become more deeply involved in the automotive industry supply chain as part of efforts to strengthen industrialization in Indonesia. Bagus Rachman, Deputy for Medium Enterprises at the Ministry of MSMEs, said MSMEs and small and medium industries (IKMs) have […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Automechanika Jakarta Launches Fringe Programme to Boost Automotive Ecosystem

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Automechanika Jakarta 2026 will feature a series of supporting events, or fringe programmes, designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and global connections of Indonesia’s automotive industry players. Fiona Chiew, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said the programmes were prepared as Indonesia continues to play a growing role in the regional […]