The GIIAS 2023 Automotive Exhibition is an annual automotive exhibition in Indonesia that always attracts public interest. This is because every year the exhibition carries a different and interesting theme, allowing it to last until now. In this 30th anniversary, GIIAS will present many surprises, one of which is Daihatsu. Let's check out the interesting facts in full below so you won't be curious.

Interesting Facts about GIIAS 2023

There are several interesting facts at GIIAS 2023 that you need to know. Here are the complete facts.

1. Carrying the theme Future Now

In the previous year, GIIAS carried the theme “Future is Brightening,” which means the future of the automotive industry will be bright during the Covid-19 endemic period. This year, GIIAS carries the theme “Future Now.” This theme signifies that the future of the automotive industry in Indonesia begins in 2023. Yohannes Nangoi (Chairman of the GIIAS Exhibition) hopes that the automotive industry in Indonesia will develop rapidly. Thus, the marketing of electric vehicles in Indonesia will be faster.

The development of electric vehicles in Indonesia is highly anticipated as electric vehicles are considered more economical and reduce air pollution. Electric vehicles will not produce carbon exhaust emissions like fuel-powered vehicles (gasoline and diesel).

2. The car market in Indonesia is getting more exciting and competitive

At GIIAS 2023, you will be presented with various car brands from some of the best manufacturers in the world. This will certainly enhance the competitive power of car manufacturers in Indonesia, making it even more exciting. Thus, the public can own the best cars with the desired specifications.

3. You can test drive and test ride directly

The next fact at GIIAS 2023 is that you can test drive and test ride your dream vehicle directly. The GIIAS team has prepared a special track in the booth area of GIIAS ICE-BSD City Tangerang, specifically in the Loading Hall 6 area.

4. World Premiere Launch

At GIIAS 2023, there will be a launch of vehicles based on world premieres. Thus, exhibition visitors will witness vehicles that have not been marketed worldwide before. This will certainly be a unique experience for visitors. In the previous year, GIIAS launched a world premiere car from Daihatsu, namely the Ayla EV as Daihatsu's first electric car. Will Daihatsu also launch electric cars of other types this year, such as the Xenia, or Terios, and so on?

If you are curious, you can see the post here 13 Vehicle Models from Daihatsu & Exciting Surprises at GIIAS 2023

5. Availability of cash payment counters

In 2023, GIIAS ticket purchases can be made online and offline. This is because cash payment counters are now available in the exhibition area as they were before the Covid-19 pandemic hit. Ticket prices vary, ranging from Rp50,000 to Rp250,000 depending on the type of ticket. GIIAS 2023 itself will be held in several cities such as Jakarta on August 10-20, 2023. Surabaya on August 20-24, 2023, Semarang on October 18-22, 2023, and Bandung on August 22-26, 2023. For more information about GIIAS 2023, you can visit the official GIIAS website.

If you visit the Daihatsu booth area at GIIAS 2023, which car do you think you will choose as your best option?