South Sulawesi Automotive Industry Prepares to Welcome GIIAS Makassar 2026

He added that this growth potential is supported by increasingly developing infrastructure and a very active regional automotive ecosystem.

"Makassar is the main economic gateway in Eastern Indonesia with very rapid population growth and infrastructure development. Coupled with the important role of the solid local automotive community, the Makassar market continues to show positive dynamics.

"The implementation of GIIAS Makassar 2026 is here to answer this great potential, as well as facilitate public and community enthusiasm for the latest automotive innovations," added Kukuh.

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GIIAS Makassar 2026 appears even more complete with the participation of a total of 14 brands of passenger vehicles and 20 brands from supporting industries.

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In the passenger vehicle category, 14 brands are confirmed to be present, namely BAIC, BYD, Chery, Geely, Honda, Jetour, KIA, Mazda, Mitsubishi Motors, Omoda Jaecoo, Suzuki, Toyota, VinFast, and Wuling.

Of the total brands appearing, there are 4 brands that are participating for the first time or joining GIIAS Makassar again this year, namely Geely, KIA, Mazda, VinFast and Wuling.