Djarum Group, through its electronics manufacturing arm Polytron, has launched its first domestically assembled electric vehicles (EVs) in Indonesia. The two models, Polytron G3 and Polytron G3+, have a driving range of up to 402 kilometers and are powered by lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) batteries with a capacity of up to 51.916 kilowatt-hours.
Key Details of Polytron’s Electric Vehicles
The Polytron G3 and G3+ are adaptations of Skyworth Auto’s EV6 car, developed in partnership with Chinese automaker Skyworth Auto. This marks Djarum Group as the first Indonesian conglomerate to launch EVs in the country.
Background
Polytron’s entry into the EV market follows their 2022 rollout of e-scooters. The company’s move into electric cars is seen as a significant step in Indonesia’s automotive industry, particularly in the context of the country’s EV battery ambitions.
The launch of Polytron’s electric cars is a significant development in Indonesia’s automotive sector, demonstrating the country’s growing involvement in the electric vehicle market.
