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Alva CEO: Indonesia's EV Motorcycle Market Turns a Corner After 2025 'Transition Year'
Purbaja Pantja, CEO of Indonesian electric motorcycle brand Alva, called 2025 a transition year for the EV bike market after government purchase subsidies ended in September 2024, causing buyers to hold back. Demand began recovering in the second half of 2025, and Pantja said the company is more optimistic heading into 2026.
GridOto · 8/3/2026
ALVA Says It Still Doesn't Know What Counts as a 'National' EV in Indonesia
Indonesian electric-motorcycle maker ALVA says it can't tell whether its bikes will qualify for the government's planned incentives for 'national' electric motorcycles, because officials haven't defined the criteria yet. CEO Purbaja Pantja said ALVA already clears the required 50%+ local-content (TKDN) threshold, but with no official definition of 'national' status, he can't say more. Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has said the incentives, under the 'Molinas' program, will be built around locally categorized national cars and motorcycles.
Otorider · 8/3/2026
Can-Am's Pulse Electric Naked Sells Out at GIIAS 2026 After Big Discount
Can-Am made its Indonesian debut at GIIAS 2026, and its Pulse electric naked bike sold out before the show even ended. The show-only price cut Rp150 million off the regular Rp425 million tag, bringing it to Rp275 million, according to Sea-Doo Can-Am Indonesia marketing head Cynthia Ratna. With the Pulse gone, the booth now shows the three-wheeled Can-Am Canyon adventure model instead.
Otorider · 8/3/2026
Indonesia Redesigns Electric Two-Wheeler Incentives Around National Vehicles
Indonesia plans to continue EV incentives in 2026 while limiting eligibility to four- and two-wheelers covered by its national-vehicle program. The proposed scheme would replace direct buyer discounts with support for selected companies, but vehicle criteria, recipients and timing have not yet been announced.
Otorider · 7/30/2026
Thailand's Motorcycle Market Tops 600,000 Units in H1, Honda Holds 81% Share
Thailand's motorcycle market reached 603,026 units year-to-date through April 2026, a marginal increase of 1.3%. Honda holds a dominant 81% market share, while runner-up Yamaha grew sales by 12.4% within the remaining segment. The electric two-wheeler segment declined 3.2% and remains a marginal part of the market. Smaller Chinese entrant Zontes ranked fourth among brands with sales up 39.8%, albeit from a small base.
MotorCyclesData · 7/27/2026
Vietnam's Electric Motorcycle Market Heats Up as Makers Expand Scooters
Vietnam's electric motorcycle market is heating up as manufacturers simultaneously expand their scooter lineups, intensifying competition, per Laodong, a sign of an accelerating EV shift in the two-wheeler powerhouse.
Laodong · 7/27/2026
Indonesia to Launch a National Electric Motorcycle, Says President Prabowo
Indonesian President Prabowo has said the country will launch a national electric motorcycle. As one of the world's largest two-wheeler nations moves on state-led electrification, it's a bellwether for the region.
ANTARA News · 7/27/2026
Vietnam Motorcycle Sales Keep Growing Even as Electric Mobility Policy Push Continues
The Vietnam Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (VAMM) reported combined Q2 2026 sales of its five member companies at 638,431 units, up 4.4% year-on-year, showing continued resilience in the conventional motorcycle market even as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City push policies favoring electric two-wheelers.
iMotorbike News · 7/27/2026
Indonesia's AHM: Mechanics Will Stay Popular Even in the Electrification Era
AHM, Honda's general distributor in Indonesia, has assessed that the mechanic profession will remain popular among younger generations even as electric motorcycles spread. Citing the growing number of vocational school students and technical-contest participants each year, the analysis points to resilient employment in the motorcycle industry.
Otorider · 7/25/2026
What Happens to the Motorcycle Mechanic as Electrification Advances: AHM's View From Indonesia
AHM, Honda's manufacturing and sales company in Indonesia, has set out its view on the future of the motorcycle mechanic as electric bikes spread. It is a topic that captures structural change in the industry, the effect of electrification on jobs and skills, from a local perspective.
Otorider · 7/25/2026
VinFast Opens 20 Electric Motorcycle Dealerships Simultaneously in Indonesia
Vietnam's VinFast has simultaneously opened 20 electric motorcycle dealerships across Indonesia. The opening events ran July 19-25 and included test rides of the VinFast Evo, Feliz II, and Viper. The rollout covers major cities including Jakarta, Bandung, Semarang, Yogyakarta, and Medan.
Asia News Network · 7/25/2026
Vietnam Motorcycle Market Grows 6.1% in H1 2026 as New Models Flood In
Vietnam’s five VAMM members sold 1,367,552 motorcycles in the first half of 2026, up 6.1% year on year and averaging about 7,600 units per day. The figure excludes electric makers such as VinFast and Yadea, unofficial distribution and imported large motorcycles, while new sport bikes, scooters and EVs continue to enter the market.
Thanh Niên · 7/24/2026
Thailand Commits Roughly $714 Million to Support Electrification of Motorcycle Taxis, Starting With Commercial Two-Wheelers
Thailand's government plans to invest roughly $714 million to help motorcycle taxi drivers transition to electric vehicles, according to reports. The policy targets commercial motorcycles, which log long daily operating hours, as the starting point for electrification, aiming to both ease fuel costs for drivers and cut emissions. It's drawing attention as an early regional case study.
MotoPinas.com · 7/22/2026
Vietnam's Domestic EV Makers Aim to Grow Share of Motorcycle Market, Challenging Honda's Stronghold
Vietnamese electric motorcycle manufacturers are reportedly aiming to capture a larger share of the domestic motorcycle market. Local EV makers are going on the offensive in a market long dominated by gasoline bikes, with tightening urban emissions rules and strong demand driving the shift to electrification. Attention now turns to the fate of Honda's stronghold.
Tuoi Tre News · 7/21/2026
VinFast Opens 20 Electric Two-Wheeler Showrooms in Indonesia
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has opened 20 new electric motorcycle showrooms in Indonesia, Southeast Asia's largest two-wheeler market. The move rapidly expands its sales network in a country with massive two-wheeler demand, positioning it to ride the wave of electrification.
Paul Tan · 7/21/2026
Bangkok Launches Project to Promote Electric Motorcycle Taxis
Thailand's capital, Bangkok, has launched a project to promote the adoption of electric motorcycle taxis. By converting motorcycle taxis — an indispensable mode of transport for residents — to electric power, the initiative aims to reduce urban air pollution and ease the cost burden on drivers. It's emblematic of the broader electrification of urban transport across Southeast Asia.
Vietnam Plus · 7/20/2026
Vietnam's VinFast Launches Electric Motorcycles in Indonesia, Opens 20 Dealerships at Once
Vietnam's VinFast has launched electric motorcycles in Indonesia, with pricing announced alongside the opening of 20 dealerships across the country. It marks a full-scale entry by the Vietnamese EV upstart into one of Southeast Asia's largest markets.
Google News (SEA) · 7/18/2026
Indonesia Considers Rolling Out Domestically Made Electric Motorcycles — A National Strategy to Cut Fuel Use in a Huge Market
Local outlet The Star reports that Indonesia is considering rolling out domestically produced (locally manufactured) electric motorcycles. It is part of a government effort to reduce fuel consumption in the country's massive motorcycle market, positioning locally built electric motorcycles as a strategic mobility initiative. The move draws attention as a signal of how electrification may unfold in Southeast Asia's largest market.
The Star · 7/18/2026
VinFast Opens 20 Electric Motorcycle Dealerships at Once in Indonesia, Southeast Asia's Largest Market
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has simultaneously opened 20 official dealerships in Indonesia, Southeast Asia's largest motorcycle market. Grand openings ran from July 19-25, launching three models — the Evo, Feliz II, and Viper. All models feature in-wheel motors and two swappable LFP battery packs, with perks such as a year of free battery swaps through V-Green.
Laotian Times · 7/18/2026
VinFast Partners with Bespoke Logistics to Strengthen Electric Motorcycle Logistics
Vietnam's VinFast has reportedly partnered with Bespoke Logistics to strengthen its electric-motorcycle-based logistics capabilities, including last-mile delivery. The tie-up is seen as part of a broader push to expand electric two-wheelers into corporate and logistics use across Southeast Asia.
Google News Philippines · 7/17/2026
Indonesia to Launch Domestically Made Electric Motorcycle, President Says
Indonesian President Prabowo has reportedly revealed the country's plan to launch a domestically made electric motorcycle. It's a clear statement of intent from one of the world's leading motorcycle nations to push electrification as national strategy.
MOTOR Plus (ID) · 7/17/2026
Vietnam's Motorcycle Sales Keep Growing Even Amid the Shift to Electric, Reflecting Southeast Asia's Resilience
iMotorbike News reports that Vietnam's motorcycle sales continue to grow even as the shift toward electric mobility advances. While the wave of electrification spreads, the overall market remains on an expansionary trend, suggesting that Southeast Asia's major motorcycle markets are still maintaining momentum.
iMotorbike News (MY) · 7/14/2026
Vietnam Sells Over 7,000 Motorcycles a Day, Boosting Manufacturers Across the Board
Statistics report that Vietnam is selling more than 7,000 motorcycles per day. In a country where motorcycles are a fundamental part of daily life, strong sales are benefiting manufacturers across the range, from gasoline models to electric. The data underscores the robust demand in one of the world's leading motorcycle markets.
Tin tức 24h · 7/12/2026
Indonesia Goes All In on Electric Motorcycles as a Massive Market Begins Its Shift
US outlet RideApart analyzed how Indonesia is moving in earnest to promote the adoption of electric motorcycles. As electrification advances in Indonesia — one of the world's largest motorcycle markets — the shift is drawing attention as a development that could shape trends across Southeast Asia and beyond.
RideApart · 7/8/2026
Vietnam's Electric Motorcycle Price War Heats Up as Hanoi's Gas-Bike Ban Looms
In Vietnam, a price war between Honda and Yamaha over electric motorcycles is intensifying. With regulations set to take effect in July banning gasoline-powered motorcycles from central Hanoi, the shift to electric is accelerating. Yamaha, among other Japanese manufacturers, has stepped up direct promotions, including a 15 million dong cash coupon.
VOI · 7/8/2026
Thai Honda's First Electric Motorcycle Plans Vietnam Exports in 2026
Thai Honda has launched the company's first electric motorcycle, a personal commuter called the Honda UC3, equipped with a fixed battery. It will be sold in both Thailand and Vietnam, with exports to Vietnam planned for 2026 — a step forward in Honda's push toward electrification in Southeast Asia.
Reccessary · 7/7/2026
TVS Weighs New Push Into Indonesia, Considering Electric Scooter Orbiter and Ntorq 150
TVS Indonesia is reportedly considering bringing the Orbiter electric scooter and Ntorq 150, both strong sellers in India, along with the new Callisto 125, to the Indonesian market. Amid rising demand for adventure bikes, the company is also said to be exploring a possible launch of the India-market TVS RTX.
Kompas · 7/4/2026
Thailand's Motorcycle Market Flat at 1.73 Million Units, Thai Honda May Be Poised for Full EV Push
Thailand's motorcycle market is reportedly holding steady at around 1.73 million units. In this mature market, observers suggest Thai Honda may be approaching the time for a full-scale push into electric two-wheelers. One of Southeast Asia's largest motorcycle markets appears poised to move into its next phase of electrification.
Marketeer Online · 7/3/2026
Thailand's TTA Group Invests 200 Million Baht to Open a NIU Electric Motorcycle Assembly Plant
Thailand's TTA Group has reportedly invested roughly 200 million baht to open a plant in Thailand assembling electric motorcycles for China's NIU. It's a move to capture Southeast Asia's accelerating shift toward electric two-wheelers through local production.
Autolifethailand.tv · 6/30/2026
Thailand's New NIU Electric Motorcycle Plant 'P80 JET' Opens as ASEAN Production Hub
Thailand's TTA Group has announced the opening of a new plant called "P80 JET," built with an investment of 200 million baht, to produce models for electric two-wheeler brand NIU. The plan positions Thailand as an ASEAN production base for electric motorcycles. As electrification accelerates across Southeast Asia, the move is drawing attention as a step toward strengthening the region's role as a manufacturing hub.
Car2Day · 6/29/2026
TTA Group Opens Electric Motorcycle Production Base in Thailand, Plans 10,000 Units/Year in Phase 1
Thai conglomerate TTA Group has opened an electric motorcycle production base in the country. The plant assembles vehicles for electric two-wheeler brand "NIU," with plans for annual production of 10,000 units in its first phase. Local production of electric motorcycles is accelerating across Southeast Asia.
แนวหน้า · 6/29/2026
Electric Motorcycles Surge in Vietnam as Market Leadership Shifts Rapidly
Local media report that electric motorcycle sales are rapidly expanding in Vietnam. Driven by urban air pollution concerns, fuel costs, and policy support, the shift from gasoline motorcycles to electric is accelerating. The electric shift in one of the world's leading motorcycle nations looks set to significantly shape manufacturers' strategies.
Vietnam.vn · 6/28/2026
Vietnam's VinFast Kicks Off Electric Two-Wheeler Rollout Plan in the Philippines, Opens Pre-Orders
Vietnam's VinFast is moving ahead with a plan to roll out electric two-wheelers in the Philippines. It has opened pre-orders, laying the groundwork for a serious entry into the Southeast Asian market. Having built a track record in electric cars, the company is now looking to ride the green mobility wave on two wheels as well.
Daily Tribune · 6/26/2026
Vietnam's Electric Bike-Hailing Service Green SM Bike Expands to 19 Provinces and Cities Nationwide
Vietnamese electric motorcycle ride-hailing service "Green SM Bike" has expanded its network to 19 provinces and cities nationwide. Backed by VinFast's all-electric platform, the move extends electric motorcycle mobility services across the country — a development symbolic of the intersection between electrification and ride-hailing economies in Southeast Asia.
AutoBikes.vn · 6/24/2026
Indonesia Delays Start of Electric Motorcycle Subsidy to Next Month
The Indonesian government has reportedly delayed the start of its electric motorcycle incentive (subsidy) program to next month. The move could affect the trajectory of policy meant to boost electrification in one of Southeast Asia's largest motorcycle markets. The delayed rollout is expected to have ripple effects on local manufacturers and prospective buyers alike, drawing close attention.
BikesRepublic · 6/23/2026
Thai Honda Launches First Locally Produced EV 'UC3' as Thailand's Motorcycle Market Reaches 1.73 Million Units
Honda Thailand has launched its first locally produced electric motorcycle, the UC3. It uses a fixed LFP battery, offering a range of 122km per charge, and will supply both the Thai and Vietnamese markets. Thailand's motorcycle market stood at about 1.73 million units last year, but a slight decline is expected this year amid household debt and a slowing economy, with electrification seen as the next growth driver.
Bangkok Post · 6/23/2026
Electric Motorcycle Competition Heats Up in Vietnam as Hanoi Bans Gas Bikes From City Center
Competition around electric motorcycles is intensifying further in Vietnam. A ban on gasoline-powered motorcycles in central Hanoi, taking effect July 1, is accelerating manufacturers' rollout of electric models. In a country where two-wheelers are essential daily transport, policy-driven electrification is set to advance rapidly.
Vietnam News · 6/20/2026
Thailand's Motorcycle Market Rebounds to 1.73 Million Units in 2025, as Honda Ramps Up Electric Bikes
Thailand's motorcycle market recovered to 1.73 million units in 2025, up 9.8% year-on-year — a strong rebound after falling 15.8% to 1.58 million in 2024. Honda, which holds roughly 80% of the market, has begun production of its locally designed electric motorcycle, the UC3, supplying both Thailand and Vietnam.
Bangkok Post · 6/19/2026
Honda and Yamaha Slash Electric Motorcycle Prices in Vietnam Amid Intensifying Competition
In the Vietnamese market, Honda and Yamaha are cutting electric motorcycle prices by tens of millions of dong, moving to counter local rival VinFast and others. A price war for leadership in electric two-wheelers is heating up, rapidly expanding choice and affordability for consumers.
VietnamNet · 6/18/2026
Vietnam's Motorcycle Market Grows 20% in 2026, Driven by EV Demand
Vietnam's motorcycle market is posting strong growth of 20% year-on-year in 2026. Robust demand for electric motorcycles (EVs) is the primary driver. In Vietnam, one of the world's leading motorcycle nations, electrification is increasingly emerging as the engine behind market expansion.
Motorcycles Data · 6/16/2026