Accelerating Electric Motorcycle Transition Could Be a Solution Amid Threats of Fuel Price Increases
Escalating global geopolitical tensions are poised to drive up energy prices, including petroleum fuels (BBM), exerting additional pressure on public purchasing power and transportation sector operational costs in Indonesia.
In response, Davigo, a local electric motorcycle manufacturer, views this situation as a critical momentum for Indonesia to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles as a more stable and efficient long-term solution.
“When fuel prices are heavily influenced by global dynamics, Indonesians are in a vulnerable position. Electric motorcycles provide a solution to break that dependency,” stated Davigo’s General Manager Aprizal on Thursday (2/4/2026).
Davigo highlights that electric vehicles offer a far more stable cost structure than fossil fuel-powered ones. With electricity charging costs around Rp6,000 for daily use, electric motorcycles become a rational choice amid potential fuel price hikes. “This is increasingly relevant for productive segments like online motorcycle taxi drivers and logistics couriers who are highly sensitive to fuel cost changes,” he said.
Aprizal explained that as a local brand with domestic content levels (TKDN) exceeding 40% in some products, strengthening the national electric motorcycle industry also has strategic impacts on Indonesia’s energy resilience. “The transition to electric vehicles is not just about the environment, but also about national energy independence and economic stability,” he added.
He detailed that Davigo’s electric motorcycles are equipped with lithium batteries (NMC and LFP) and 2,000-watt motors, achieving a range of more than 160 km per charge and proven capable of travelling from Jakarta to Bandung without recharging.
“This performance is deemed sufficient to support daily activities up to intensive operations like transportation and delivery services,” he said.
Furthermore, Aprizal noted that Davigo offers flexible ownership schemes through a rent-to-own programme, allowing users to own electric motorcycles with affordable daily costs. On the other hand, in uncertain global conditions, Davigo urges the government to introduce policies that can accelerate electric vehicle adoption, including certainty on incentives and support for the local industry.
“The current situation must become a momentum to strengthen the national electric vehicle ecosystem. With the right support, Indonesia can reduce its dependence on imported energy,” he concluded.