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        "msgid": "dfsk-launches-right-hand-drive-e5-plus-in-indonesia-strengthening-global-expansion-strategy-1785592553",
        "date": "2026-08-01 19:35:41",
        "title": "DFSK Launches Right-Hand Drive E5 PLUS in Indonesia, Strengthening Global Expansion Strategy",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_ID",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Business",
        "summary": "DFSK has officially launched the right-hand drive version of the E5 PLUS at GIIAS 2026, marking Indonesia as the first right-hand drive market for this model. The vehicle is produced locally in Indonesia, serving as a strategic hub for DFSK's expansion into other right-hand drive markets in Southeast Asia.",
        "content": "<p>Tangerang, Indonesia \u2014 DFSK, the new energy vehicle (NEV) brand under\nthe SERES Group, has officially launched the right-hand drive version of\nthe E5 PLUS at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS)\n2026. Indonesia serves as the first right-hand drive market for this\nmodel following its global debut at the International Automotive &amp;\nSupply Chain Expo 2026 in Hong Kong. This launch represents a\nsignificant milestone in the global expansion of DFSK\u2019s latest model and\nreinforces the company\u2019s position in the Southeast Asian market.<\/p>\n<p>Supported by over 20 years of international market experience and\nmanufacturing facilities already operating in Indonesia, DFSK is\nentering a new phase in developing right-hand drive vehicle lines for\nthe global market. Designed for the needs of modern families in\nSoutheast Asia, the E5 PLUS combines electrification efficiency, a\nspacious cabin, and smart technology to support both daily urban\nmobility and long-distance family travel.<\/p>\n<p>Powered by the SERES Super Hybrid System and a 25.3 kWh battery, the\nE5 PLUS can travel up to 140 kilometres in pure electric mode based on\nthe NEDC standard, making it ideal for urban activities. For longer\njourneys, the vehicle offers a combined range of up to 1,400 kilometres,\nproviding greater flexibility, reducing fuel consumption, and\nalleviating range anxiety. Specifically for the Indonesian market, the\nE5 PLUS features a six-seat configuration with independent captain seats\nin the second row, providing more personal space and enhanced passenger\ncomfort. The vehicle is also equipped with an FSD adaptive suspension\nsystem to optimise driving comfort and stability across various\nIndonesian road and weather conditions.<\/p>\n<p>The E5 PLUS smart cockpit has been tailored for regional users with\nsupport for five additional languages, including Indonesian, Thai,\nMalay, Vietnamese, and Traditional Chinese. The infotainment system is\nintegrated with Apple CarPlay and popular applications such as Spotify.\nRegarding safety, all E5 PLUS variants come standard with various driver\nassistance features, including Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane\nCentroll Control (LCC), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW). The system is\nsupported by five millimetre-wave radars, 22 sensors, a 360-degree\ncamera, and a transparent underbody view feature to enhance driver\nconfidence.<\/p>\n<p>As a flagship model in DFSK\u2019s latest global product line, the E5 PLUS\nhas previously been marketed in several countries across North Africa\nand South America, receiving positive feedback from consumers and\npartners. In Indonesia, market enthusiasm is rising; since pre-orders\nopened, the E5 PLUS has secured over 1,200 bookings. Production is\nsupported by the SERES Group manufacturing facility in Indonesia, which\nutilises high-level automation and global production standards. The\nvehicle is assembled locally to meet domestic demand and serves as an\nexport base for various countries in the region. This facility is also\nexpected to strengthen the national supply chain, create jobs, and\nsupport Indonesia\u2019s long-term vision for a sustainable industry.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond introducing new products, DFSK is reinforcing its long-term\ncommitment to Indonesia by building an integrated business ecosystem,\nranging from research and development and manufacturing to sales and\nafter-sales service. Amy Gong, President of DFSK, stated during the\nlaunch: \u201cAt DFSK, we continue to evolve by following customer needs.\nThrough advancing new energy vehicle technology, continuously improving\nproduct quality, and delivering greater value to consumers, we are\ncommitted to providing an enhanced mobility experience while supporting\nlong-term growth for our dealers and partners. We arrived in Indonesia\nin 2017, and our long-term commitment to this market is now even\nstronger.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>With over 20 years of international experience, DFSK is present in\nmore than 70 countries and regions, serving over five million users\nworldwide. The launch of the E5 PLUS right-hand drive version in\nIndonesia marks a new chapter in DFSK\u2019s global journey as the company\nexpands its NEV portfolio and accelerates the transition towards\nsmarter, eco-friendly, and reliable family mobility solutions in\nSoutheast Asia.<\/p>",
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