Maxim Indonesia Offers Free Rides in 81 Decorated Cars for 81st Independence Day
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Maxim Indonesia celebrates Indonesia's 81st Independence Day by offering free rides in 81 specially decorated cars across 19 cities.
- Users who book a decorated car on August 17th receive a free trip, while others can get a 17% discount from August 11th to 21st, 2026.
- The campaign aims to share national pride and integrate Maxim's services into local culture and national celebrations.
Maxim Indonesia is celebrating the nation's 81st Independence Day with a unique promotional campaign. Eighty-one Maxim cars across 19 cities will be decorated with a red and white theme, symbolizing Indonesian unity and diversity.
On August 17th, passengers who happen to book one of these specially adorned vehicles will receive their ride for free. For those who don't secure a decorated car, Maxim is offering a 17% discount on rides nationwide from August 11th to August 21st, 2026.
The initiative spans from Sumatra to Papua, including major cities like Jakarta, Makassar, and Jayapura. The decorated cars feature stickers depicting Indonesian islands, serving as a visual representation of the nation's archipelago. Muhammad Richie Rafsanjani, Head of Subdivision Maxim Jakarta, stated that the company wishes to share happiness through these special rides, contributing to the August 17th festivities.
Maxim aims to embed its services within the fabric of Indonesian urban life and national traditions. The company views its extensive reach across the country not just as a business expansion but as an opportunity to foster community connections and participate in meaningful national moments.
We congratulate all Indonesian people on Independence Day. This is a moment to celebrate unity and pride in being Indonesian. Therefore, we want to share simple happiness through free rides in cars that look different and carry the spirit of Indonesia. Hopefully, this can be Maxim's small contribution to enliven the atmosphere of August 17th.
Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.