ZS Turkey Automotive invests in Edirne region for new plant On December 23, multiple sources reported that Chinese-based ZS Turkey Automotive Spare Parts Limited Company has signed an agreement to build a new plant in Edirne's Organized Industrial Zone (OSB). The plant will have an area of 116,000 square meters and is expected to employ 1,660 people. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/25

ine-engine vehicles decreased 5.6% to 49,251 units (47.0% share), diesel-engine vehicles decreased 44.4% to 4,670 units (4.5% share), hybrid vehicles including PHEV and MHEV increased 60.1% to 32,263 units (30.8% share), EVs including range extender EV increased 35.5% to 18,361 units (17.5% share). Turkiye’s production of 131,606 units in November was up 10.6% YoY. Vehicle imports were up 14.0% to 98,522 units and vehicle exports were up 11.6% ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

Citroen launches all-new C5 Aircross for Turkiye market On December 6, Citroen’s CEO launched the all-new C5 Aircross in Istanbul, Turkiye alongside TOFAS management and local media. Citroen is one of the brands that produces vehicles at the Tofas plant in Bursa, Turkiye. The new C5 Aircross is a major part of Citroen’s plans for 2026. With its focus on comfort, technology, design, and new C5 is expected to perform strongly in Turkiye’s C-S...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

GO Enerji plans battery plant in Turkiye with LG Energy Solution On December 1, multiple sources reported that GO Enerji (GOEN) is planning a battery plant in Ankara with LG Energy Solution. The project will see an initial investment of EUR 45 million. The plant will start production in the second quarter of 2026. Initially, it will have a production capacity of 2.5 GWh. It will create 100 jobs. The battery packs will be used in electric vehicles...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

a driver attention alert system. A fourth level of regenerative braking will allow the car to come to a full stop using only the accelerator, making city driving smoother, especially in traffic, and roundabouts situations. Renault 5 E-Tech electric has started expanding outside Europe, launching in Turkey, Israel, and Morocco, with more countries will follow in 2026. Based on Renault press release...

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Ford Trucks debuts two new models, including F-Line E electric truck, at Solutrans, France On November 19, Ford Trucks presented two new products at Solutrans in Lyon (November 18-22): the next generation of the Ford F-Max as a traditional diesel and the F-Line E, Ford’s first entry into the electric truck sector. The electric F-Line E model is the result of efforts at Ford Otosan in Turkiye, a joint venture between Ford Motor and Koç Holding,...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

Maxion Wheels prepares serial production of forged aluminum truck wheels in Türkiye At SOLUTRANS 2025 in Lyon, France, Maxion Wheels announced that preparations are complete for the start of serial production of its new forged aluminum truck wheels in January 2026 at its newly established plant in Manisa, Turkiye. The new 24,500 sqm facility, a joint investment with İnci Holding, is fully operational and equipped with advanced machinery and tec...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Otokar, Turkiye debuts Autonomous e-Centro bus in Europe On November 17, Otokar announced that its Autonomous e-Centro, a CCAM Level 4+ autonomous urban bus has launched in Europe. The vehicle has begun transporting passengers in Mercamadrid, Spain, making Spain the first European country to use Otokar's autonomous vehicle in public transport. The e-Centro is equipped with Level 4 autonomous driving technology, allowing it to operate fully withou...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

line-engine vehicles increased 6.6% to 47,561 units (52.4% share), diesel-engine vehicles increased 5.5% to 6,106 units (6.7% share), hybrid vehicles including PHEV and MHEV increased 34.6% to 21,555 units (23.8% share), EVs including range extender EV increased 63.1% to 14,523 units (16.0% share). Turkiye’s production of 131,878 units in October was up 8.1% YoY. Vehicle imports were up 14.0% to 81,712 units and vehicle exports were down 2.1% t...

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BYD introduces Sealion 7 and Atto 2 electric SUVs in Turkiye On November 17, BYD Turkiye, part of Jameel Motors, unveiled new fully electric SUVs, the BYD Sealion 7, midsize electric SUV presented in two configurations, a 160-kW version developed specifically for Turkiye and a powerful 390 kW all-wheel-drive performance edition. The BYD Sealion 7 will go on sale in November 2025. Additionally, the company also introduced the all-new subcompact el...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6. These two components incorporate 40% recycled plastics, offering a durable and eco-friendly solution that supports Renault’s sustainability goals while meeting demanding quality and safety standards. They are produced at FORVIA’s Orhangazi plant in Turkiye, located close to Renault’s factory. The textile covered trim of the instrument panel is available in both Alcantara and fabric depending on...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

Karsan, Turkiye debuts Level 4 autonomous e-JEST in the United States On November 6, Karsan announced the debut of its 100% electric and Level 4 autonomous e-JEST in the United States. The Karsan Autonomous e-Jest features a 135-kW motor, an 88-kWh battery providing up to 210 km of range, and fast-charging capability in under 90 minutes. It is equipped with 23 sensors, including LiDAR, radar, GNSS, and cameras. The vehicle enables 360-degree per...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

Anadolu Isuzu, Turkiye announces revised 2025 guidance for heavy commercial vehicles On November 6, Anadolu Isuzu announced its revised guidance for 2025.The company expects the total market size of the segments it operates in to remain in line with 2024 levels. It anticipates mid-teen percentage growth in domestic heavy commercial vehicle sales, compared to the previous forecast of high single-digit growth. Meanwhile, domestic light commercial ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

GM to enter Turkiye in partnership with Tur Oto A.S. On November 4, General Motors Turkiye, in a social media update, announced that it has signed an official representation agreement with Tur Oto A.S. in Turkiye. Tur Oto A.S. has become the official representative of the Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, and Corvette brands.  With this strategic partnership, GM is entering the Turkish market with all its brands and models through an official representa...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/05

OYAK launches new Renault Duster with four engine options in Turkiye On November 3, OYAK announced that the new Renault Duster, made in Turkiye, is available with four engine options. The three of these are 1.3 TCe automatic, 1.8 Full Hybrid, and 1.2 Eco-G which are produced at the OYAK Renault factory in Bursa, Turkiye. The 1.3 TCe engine now comes with a 7-speed EDC automatic gearbox, which generates output of 145 hp, starting price at TRY 1,74...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

nc. (AAM) and Dowlais Group PLC announced that the European Commission has granted unconditional clearance for their proposed cash and share merger, marking a major step toward completion. The transaction has now secured approvals in seven of ten jurisdictions: the U.S., U.K., India, Korea, Taiwan, Turkey, and the EU. Antitrust reviews are still underway in Brazil, Mexico, and China, but both firms remain confident of receiving final clearance so...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

UIB, Turkiye, to establish venture capital investment fund to support automotive sector On October 24, Uludağ Exporters' Association (UIB) announced that it will establish a Venture Capital Investment Fund to support strategic transformation in the automotive sector in Turkiye. It will support the technologies for intelligence, software, and data for vehicles. The Ministry of Trade of Turkiye will allocate TL 33 billion to support this vision. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/28

Valeo opens new electric compressor production facility in Bursa, Turkiye Valeo Group (Valeo) has inaugurated its new 25,000 sqm production site for electric compressors in the Bursa Technology Organized Industrial Zone, Turkiye. The electric compressor is a key technology for electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles (HEVs). (From 1/2 Valeo social media updates)...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/28

acquire up to 50,000 shares in PBAG along with its existing 49.9% stake, secures Bajaj Auto’s sole management control of the global mobility group and motorcycle brands. All major merger control and investment approvals have been completed across Austria, Poland, Colombia, Saudi Arabia, the USA, Turkey, and other relevant jurisdictions. Only the EU third-country subsidy approval is outstanding. Austrian authorities imposed conditions to prote...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/24

Anadolu Isuzu, Turkiye showcases product portfolio at Busworld Europe 2025 On October 13, Anadolu Isuzu announced that it showcased in Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, showcasing a range of innovative models, including newly developed Grand Toro XL, Citiport 12 Class 2, and electric vehicles, Novociti Volt, Citivolt, and Novo Volt. The Grand Toro XL is the redesigned version of Anadolu Isuzu’s Grand Toro, which now comes with 41 sea...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/14