Indonesia’s Electric Motorcycle Push: Prabowo Targets 2 Million Units

President Prabowo Subianto has called on domestic manufacturers to ramp up production of national electric motorcycles, setting a new target of two million units. The move is part of a broader effort to accelerate the country’s transition to cleaner energy and reduce reliance on imported fuel. Speaking to industry leaders, Prabowo urged local companies to scale up manufacturing capacity and improve the affordability of electric two-wheelers. He emphasized that meeting the target would require close cooperation between the government and the private sector, including investment in battery production and charging infrastructure. Currently, Indonesia’s electric motorcycle market remains small compared to conventional models, largely due to higher upfront costs and limited charging networks. The government has previously offered subsidies to boost adoption, but sales have lagged behind expectations. Prabowo’s new target signals a stronger push to make electric motorcycles a mainstream option for Indonesian commuters. Industry analysts say that reaching two million units will depend on whether manufacturers can cut costs and whether the government follows through with consistent policy support. No specific timeline for the target was mentioned in the president’s statement. However, the call to action is seen as a clear signal that electrification of the country’s two-wheeler fleet is a top priority for his administration.