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View all search resultsEnergy jitters drive EV sales in Indonesia to nearly double
However, some prospective buyers said they may hold off on purchasing an EV if incentives are reduced.
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Visitors crowd the 2025 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) in this undated photo at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition in BSD City, Tangerang, Banten. The event drew a total of 485,569 visitors over its 11-day run from July 24 to Aug. 3, 2025. (Courtesy of/GIIAS 2025)
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ising global energy prices triggered by Iran war are accelerating Indonesia’s shift toward electric vehicles (EVs), as consumers increasingly seek alternatives to internal combustion engine (ICE) cars amid concerns over fuel cost volatility and long-term energy security.
Private employee Bagus Adhiprakoso, who purchased his first personal vehicle, an EV, in March, said a combination of competitive pricing, advanced features and concerns over fuel prices influenced his decision.
“I sympathize with those who still use conventional cars, but it all depends on individual needs. Considering the current situation and my lifestyle, I think using an EV fully meets my requirements,” he told The Jakarta Post on Tuesday.
Initially skeptical about Indonesia’s EV infrastructure, like charging stations, Bagus said his concerns eased after evaluating his daily mobility patterns.
Similar considerations are emerging among prospective buyers.
Yonathan Philip Djari, another private employee, said he is considering switching from a fuel-based vehicle to an EV, though only for his second car for now.
Beyond the appeal of quieter and more technologically advanced vehicles, he pointed to uncertainty in fuel markets as a key factor.
