Popular Automotive: Marc Marquez retirement clause, Pertalite restrictions

Jakarta — Many readers are curious about reports that Marc Marquez is asking for a retirement clause in his new contract with Ducati. In addition, the question of whether cars with engines above 1,400 cc are barred from buying Pertalite has also attracted attention. Here’s a roundup of the most popular automotive articles on Friday, 22 May 2026.

One crucial point in the negotiations is Marquez’s desire for a 1+1 year contract. This option would give him the flexibility to leave at the end of 2027 if he fails to compete at the front, or if Ducati’s bike underperforms when the new 850cc engine regulation is introduced.

‘In principle, Pertamina as a state-owned enterprise and the business entities/operators under the government will follow and refer to the government’s direction as regulator,’ Robert told Kompas.com on Friday, 22 May 2026.

Nevertheless, Robert has not yet given a definite response regarding rumours that cars with engines above 1,400 cc are prohibited from purchasing Pertalite. This strategic move requires a mature blueprint, not merely a paper target.

National automotive observer Bebin Djuana said that if the government intends to convert conventional vehicles to electric, proper preparation is required, starting with skills training.

Citing Carnewschina.com on Thursday, 21 May 2026, BYD prices this car at a competitive range, starting from 119,900 yuan to 149,900 yuan, or equivalent to Rp 265 million to Rp 331 million (exchange rate 1 yuan = Rp 2,213).

According to KNKT’s findings, the driver repeatedly attempted to switch the vehicle on or off by pressing the start/stop button, but did not move the transmission from P to D.