Indonesia gears up for 500% surge in EV use during Eid ul-Fitr exodus
Indonesia is anticipating a significant surge in electric vehicle (EV) usage during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr celebrations, with projections indicating a 500% increase to 21,570 vehicles compared to 4,314 last year. This substantial rise underscores the growing popularity of EVs in the country and the government's commitment to promoting sustainable transportation options.
The state-run electricity company PLN has assured its readiness to support EV users undertaking the traditional "homecoming" journey, having prepared 1,000 public charging stations along major travel routes. This increase in EV adoption is supported by government policies such as tax discounts and zero import duties, aimed at achieving Jakarta's ambitious goal of having 2 million electric cars and 12 million electric two-wheelers on the roads by 2030. EV sales have seen dramatic growth in recent years, rising from a mere 125 during the pandemic to over 43,000 units last year.
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Indonesia is anticipating a significant surge in electric vehicle (EV) usage during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr celebrations, with projections indicating a 500% increase to 21,570 vehicles compared to 4,314 last year. This substantial rise underscores the growing popularity of EVs in the country and the government's commitment to promoting sustainable transportation options.
The state-run electricity company PLN has assured its readiness to support EV users undertaking the traditional "homecoming" journey, having prepared 1,000 public charging stations along major travel routes. This increase in EV adoption is supported by government policies such as tax discounts and zero import duties, aimed at achieving Jakarta's ambitious goal of having 2 million electric cars and 12 million electric two-wheelers on the roads by 2030. EV sales have seen dramatic growth in recent years, rising from a mere 125 during the pandemic to over 43,000 units last year.
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