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Motor show revs up in Indonesia, Chinese EVs popular NHK

An international motor show opened on Thursday in Indonesia, where sales of electric vehicles are booming and Chinese carmakers will be the focus of the event.
More than 30 auto brands are presenting at the show, where Japanese carmakers long held center stage.
This year, Chinese manufacturers account for the largest number of brands. The country's automakers are stepping up their push to sell low-priced EVs.
China's GAC Aion, which is rapidly increasing its sales in Indonesia, will introduce its latest EV model at the show.
New car sales have been dropping in Indonesia recently. But the sales of electric vehicles have increased by roughly six times in the past two years.
The motor show marks the first launch by Japan's Suzuki Motors of an electric vehicle in Indonesia.
Japanese carmakers long held more than 90 percent of market share in Indonesia. But this fell to around 80 percent last year, while China's share of new car sales rose above 10 percent.

Quiz 1:
What is the main focus of the international motor show in Indonesia?
A. Japanese carmakers showcasing new models
B. Chinese carmakers and their electric vehicles
C. Suzuki Motors’ first electric vehicle launch
D. The declining sales of new cars in Indonesia

Quiz 2:
Approximately how much have electric vehicle sales increased in Indonesia over the past two years?
A. Doubled
B. Tripled
C. Roughly six times
D. Increased by 10 percent

Quiz 3:
What has been happening to the market share of Japanese carmakers in Indonesia?
A. It has decreased significantly.
B. It has remained stable at over 90 percent.
C. It has increased slightly.
D. It has surpassed China's market share.

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Answers:
Quiz 1: B
Quiz 2: C
Quiz 3: A
Summary
Indonesia's motor show highlights booming EV sales & features Chinese automakers, now dominant. Sales of EVs have surged sixfold. Suzuki launches its 1st EV. Japanese market share is declining. #Indonesia #EV #MotorShow #China
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ID: 7a9df1d2-c8a5-42d0-a86a-ebd02f181266

Category ID: nhk

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260205_21/

Date: Feb. 5, 2026

Notes: NHK News with Quiz - 2026-02-05

Created: 2026/02/06 01:40

Updated: 2026/02/06 01:42

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