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Compiled and translated from Chinese and international auto media — every article links back to its original source.
Wuling Keeps Air EV in Production as Aira EV Takes Priority
The Air EV will remain on sale in Indonesia, but Wuling is shifting production to match demand and meet orders for the newer Aira EV.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-11-04
Jaecoo Investigates J5 Wheel-Separation Incident in Jakarta
After a video showing a J5 with a detached wheel circulated online, Jaecoo Indonesia said it was gathering information and arranging a thorough vehicle inspection with the owner.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-11-04
BYD Atto 1’s Rear Axle Breaks After Barrier Collision in West Jakarta
The electric car was reported damaged near the Kapuk toll exit on Nov. 2. Authorities arranged a tow and managed traffic during the recovery.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-11-03
Wuling Aira EV Tops 5,000 Orders in Indonesia in Three Months
The compact electric car has begun reaching customers, with local production and a higher domestic-content target also in focus.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-11-03
Indonesia Weighs Inspection of BYD Plant Amid Local Hiring Dispute
Residents in Subang are seeking a 70% local-worker share at BYD’s new assembly plant. The government says the proposal is still under discussion and has not found the company in breach of labor law.
Headlight Magazine (Thailand) · 2026-11-02
BYD’s Subang Plant Has Hired 5,000 Indonesian Workers
The automaker says local employment could reach 20,000 when the factory in Indonesia reaches full production capacity, amid renewed calls to prioritize local workers.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-31
DFSK Refreshes Its Commercial-Vehicle Strategy in Indonesia
The company introduced a dedicated commercial-vehicle emblem at PEVS 2026, while highlighting its electric Gelora E and Indonesian manufacturing operations.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-31
Group Reportedly Gathers at BYD’s Subang Plant Over Local Hiring
A circulating video has renewed attention on demands for local jobs at BYD’s Indonesian factory, which began production before its September 2026 inauguration.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-31
Chery Indonesia Sales Fall as Production Shifts to Jaecoo J5
Chery’s January–September deliveries in Indonesia dropped sharply year on year, with the company citing production priorities and delays to other models.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-30
Jaecoo J5 Buyers in Indonesia Face a Wait of Up to Two Months
The J5 led Jaecoo’s Indonesian lineup, with 26,635 units shipped to dealers from January through September 2026.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-27
Chery Still Weighing Plans for Its Own Indonesian Plant
The automaker continues to assemble Chery, Jaecoo and iCar models at Handal, while assessing whether conditions are right for a dedicated factory.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-24
BYD M6 Trails Toyota’s Avanza-Veloz Duo in Indonesia
The M6 ranked third in January–September 2026 wholesales, while Toyota’s two MPVs together reached 48,506 units.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-23
BYD Faces Rp 9.52 Trillion Trademark Claim Over Denza in Indonesia
PT Raden Reza Adi is seeking damages and an order to halt the import, production and sale of vehicles bearing the Denza name.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-21
BYD Faces Rp 9.5 Trillion Claim in Indonesian Denza Trademark Dispute
PT Raden Reza Adi is seeking damages and an order to halt Denza-branded vehicle sales in Indonesia. BYD had not commented when the report was published.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-21
BYD M6 DM Shipments Fall 39.8% in Indonesia in September
The plug-in hybrid remained Indonesia’s top-selling PHEV, with 5,121 units distributed from June through September 2026.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-20