The Hidden Dangers of Using Low-Octane Fuel in Modern Hybrid Vehicles and Why Automakers Urge Strict Compliance

Jakarta — The rapid evolution of the automotive industry has ushered in an era of electrification, with hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) emerging as a primary bridge between traditional internal combustion…

Electrifying the Pit: Opportunities and Complexities of Adopting Electric Vehicles in Indonesia’s Mining Sector

The global transition toward sustainable energy has officially moved beyond urban streets and mainstream logistics, penetrating the heavy-duty, energy-intensive world of mineral and coal extraction. In Indonesia, a country rich…

KPK Seizes Three Luxury Vehicles Linked to Bengkulu City Councillor Vinna Ledy Anggraheni Amid Expanding Graft Investigation

The Corruption Eradication Commission of the Republic of Indonesia has intensified its ongoing investigation into a high-profile municipal corruption and bribery scandal by confiscating a total of three luxury automobiles…

Maserati Partners with Huawei and JAC Motors to Develop New Electric Vehicles Amid Financial Restructuring

JAKARTA — In a strategic pivot designed to navigate the rapidly evolving global automotive landscape and revitalize declining sales, Italian luxury carmaker Maserati has announced a landmark collaboration with Chinese…

Three-Generation Born Family Collection of 300 Classic Vehicles Heads to VanDerBrink Auctions in Eaton, Colorado

The global automotive collector community turned its attention to Eaton, Colorado, as VanDerBrink Auctions prepared for one of the most comprehensive single-family classic car liquidation events in recent memory. Scheduled…

Electric Vehicles Surge in Indonesia as August 2026 Data Reveals Declining Traditional Combustion Engine Sales

The landscape of the Indonesian automotive industry is undergoing a profound structural shift, as evidenced by retail and wholesale data released for August 2026. While traditional internal combustion engine (ICE)…

Navigating Volcanic Ash Hazards: Essential Maintenance Guidelines for Commercial Vehicles Following the Anak Krakatau Eruption

The recent volcanic activity and subsequent eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait have blanketed numerous surrounding regions in a fine layer of abrasive volcanic ash, triggering heightened…

Fatal Indramayu Collision Highlights the Deadly Risks of Using Open Cargo Vehicles for Passenger Transport

A devastating traffic accident in Indramayu, West Java, has once again brought the dangerous practice of using open-bed pickup trucks for passenger transport into the national spotlight after a collision…

Multi-Vehicle Collision Involving Six Vehicles Rocks Bogor Railway Crossing, Prompting Urgent Police Investigation and Renewed Calls for Road Safety

BOGOR, West Java – A severe multi-vehicle collision involving six vehicles at the Kebon Pedes railway crossing in Tanahsareal District, Bogor City, on Saturday, July 4th, has prompted an intensive…

Russia’s Escalating Fuel Crisis Sparks Unprecedented Surge in Demand for Chinese Electric Vehicles, Reshaping the Nation’s Automotive Landscape.

The escalating fuel crisis gripping Russia has dramatically altered consumer consumption patterns, particularly in the automotive sector. Soaring prices for gasoline and diesel, exacerbated by widespread supply disruptions, have triggered…

Mercedes-Benz W212 Club Indonesia Celebrates a Decade of Excellence Amidst the Rising Era of Electric Vehicles

The Mercedes-Benz W212 Club Indonesia (MBW212CI) recently commemorated its tenth anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the community of fourth-generation E-Class enthusiasts in a grand celebration held at the Avenue…