The Indonesian Electric Vehicle Association (IESR) has raised concerns that the government’s proposed Rp3 million incentive for electric motorcycles may not be sufficient to significantly boost adoption of the cleaner vehicles. Industry experts argue that the subsidy falls short of covering the higher upfront costs compared to conventional motorcycles, which could discourage potential buyers. With electric motorcycles still priced above traditional models despite their long-term savings on fuel and maintenance, the incentive may not create enough demand to accelerate the shift toward electric mobility. The debate highlights the need for stronger financial support to make electric motorcycles a viable alternative for Indonesian consumers.
IESR: Rp3m electric motorcycle incentive may be too low to drive adoption tanahair.net
