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Redington Türkiye Brings Technology Leaders Together for Its 10th Anniversary
Industry experts discussed the future of AI, cloud, data, and cybersecurity at the “Unlock Infinite Tech – Empower the Next Vision” event. Marking its 10th anniversary, Redington Türkiye hosted a special media gathering themed “Unlock Infinite Tech – Empower the Next Vision” at Feriye Palace in Istanbul.The event brought together leading global technology brands and executives to explore the future of digital transformation.
13 hours ago2 min read
Continental Introduces Rice Husk Silica in Tire Production
The company aims to increase the share of sustainable materials in production to over 40% by 2030. Continental is advancing its efforts to reduce the environmental impact of tire manufacturing by increasing the use of renewable and recycled raw materials.The company has taken another step forward by incorporating silica derived from rice husk ash, strengthening its commitment to sustainable tire production.
16 hours ago2 min read
TAİD: Heavy Commercial Vehicle Market Shows Steady Performance in First 9 Months of 2025
The Heavy Commercial Vehicles Association (TAID) has released its evaluation of the market data and sectoral trends for the January–September 2025 period. According to TAID data, the heavy commercial vehicle market reached a total of 26,608 units sold in the first nine months of 2025, marking a 7% contraction compared to the same period last year. However, this decline did not affect all segments equally.
18 hours ago2 min read
Istanbul Car Rentals Are 47% Cheaper Than Berlin
LenaCars study shows that vehicle ownership has become a luxury in Turkey, while renting is now the rational choice. Vehicle ownership costs in Turkey have reached record highs in recent years, driven by rising exchange rates and heavy taxation.
19 hours ago2 min read
Car Rental Sector Approaches Electric Vehicles with Caution
While the short-term rental market grew in 2025, the operational fleet segment continued to shrink. The Turkish car rental sector experienced a clear divergence between the short-term and long-term segments in 2025. While demand for individual short-term rentals increased during the summer due to tourism, high financing costs and total cost of ownership (TCO) pressures led to a contraction in operational fleet rentals.
2 days ago2 min read
AUTUMN JOURNEY: AUTOMOTIVE ELEGANCE AT THE PENINSULA LONDON
A season inspired by the artistry, elegance, and design excellence of the automotive world begins. Blending the artistry, heritage, and craftsmanship of classic automobiles with The Peninsula’s timeless sophistication, The Peninsula London launches an exclusive automotive-themed autumn programme.
5 days ago3 min read
ZF Introduces the 8HP evo Transmission for Hybrid Vehicles
Next-generation automatic transmission aims to deliver greater efficiency and extended range. ZF has unveiled its new 8HP evo automatic transmission, developed to meet the growing demands of the global hybrid vehicle market.Building on the company’s benchmark 8-speed automatic gearbox, the new version features a modular design, enhanced efficiency, and flexible scalability to suit a wide range of hybrid platforms.
5 days ago2 min read
Toprak Razgatlıoğlu Wins World Superbike Championship for the Third Time
Red Bull athlete Toprak Razgatlıoğlu made history at the Jerez circuit. Red Bull athlete Toprak Razgatlıoğlu secured his third world championship title in his career by delivering outstanding performances throughout the 2025 season in the World Superbike Championship (WSBK).
6 days ago1 min read
NEW F-MAX MEETS USERS IN KAYSERİ
Ford Trucks continues its tour of Turkey: The new F-MAX will be unveiled on November 7 at the Kayseri Ambar Transporters Site.
6 days ago2 min read
EV Charge Show 2025: Shaping the Future of the Electric Vehicle Charging Ecosystem
The transition to electric vehicles is one of the biggest transformations redefining the automotive industry on a global scale. At the heart of this transformation lies a sustainable, accessible, and smart charging infrastructure. Born out of this very need, EV Charge Show is set to open its doors for the fourth time in 2025, preparing to shape the future of the electric vehicle charging technology ecosystem.
7 days ago4 min read
The Era of “Every Car Sells” in the Second-Hand Market Is Coming to an End
Otomerkezi.net, one of the players in the second-hand car market, shared its expectations for the future of the sector. Company CEO Muhammed Ali Karakaş stated that with the improvement of financing conditions by 2026, the market will settle into a more rational balance, adding, “The era where every car could be sold under any conditions is over. From now on, trust, transparency, and accurate pricing will take center stage.”
7 days ago2 min read
Women in Automotive Association (OTOKAD) Begins Operations
The Women in Automotive Association (OTOKAD), established to strengthen the representation of women in Turkey's automotive sector, increase solidarity, and contribute to sectoral development, has begun its activities. The association's first general assembly was held on Tuesday, October 21. Nurten Berberoğlu was elected as the association's first president at the general assembly.
Nov 42 min read
Ayhancan Güven Makes History in DTM: Turkey Wins Its First Championship
National racing driver Ayhancan Güven made history in Turkish motorsports by winning the 2025 season of the DTM (German Touring Car Championship) series. Guven, who stood out with his consistent performance throughout the season, achieved one of the most significant successes for Turkish motorsports on the international stage with his victory.
Nov 31 min read
EURASIAN LUBRICANTS SHOW 2025 WELCOMED INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS FROM 23 COUNTRIES IN ITS FIRST YEAR
The Eurasian Lubricants Show 2025, held at the Istanbul Exhibition Center, featured over 100 companies and representatives specializing in various fields such as lubricants, industrial oils, chemicals, and additives. In its first year, the event welcomed 2,132 visitors from 23 countries. Organized in collaboration with the Mineral Oil and Petroleum Products Manufacturers Association (MAPESAD), the fair featured 96 companies and company representatives from 16 countries.
Oct 304 min read
BOM Karting Team Blows Away the Competition in the Fourth Round of the MOTUL Turkey Karting Championship
Borusan Otomotiv Motorsport (BOM) Karting Team turned heads with an impressive performance in the fourth round of the 2025 MOTUL Turkey Karting Championship. At the races held at the Uşak Karting Track on October 11-12, the team's drivers took the podium in three different categories, once again demonstrating both individual and team success.
Oct 301 min read
TURKEY'S FIRST CAR-CARRYING SHIP TRANSPORTED 1 MILLION VEHICLES IN 17 YEARS.
Vehicle transportation from Black Sea ports provides critical logistics infrastructure that strengthens Turkey's export capacity and accelerates regional trade. These shipments not only boost trade but also keep the country's economy vibrant, directly contributing to the chain from production to export.
Oct 302 min read
The Charging Sector Quickly Keeps Pace with Rising Electric Vehicle Sales!
The rapid growth in the electric vehicle (EV) market over the past two years has also brought about a historic momentum in charging infrastructure. According to data from the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK), as of August 2025, there are a total of 33,592 active charging sockets in Turkey. Of these, 14,308 are DC (fast) and 19,284 are AC (slow). During the same period, the number of electric vehicles registered for traffic reached 310,668
Oct 203 min read
Battery Technologies 2025 Summit is Starting!
The Battery Technologies Summit 2025, Turkey's largest and most comprehensive gathering in the field of energy storage and battery technologies, will be held for the third time this year. It will take place on 22-23 October 2025 at Bilişim Vadisi, Gebze, to keep its finger on the pulse of the sector. The event will be held in strategic partnership with the Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey and aims to make a strong contribution to Turkey's vision o
Oct 182 min read
Automotive Agency Launches with a New Look: Now a Global Publishing Platform with English Language Support
Turkey's automotive-focused digital media brand, Otomotiv Ajansı, is opening up to the global sector with its revamped design and multilingual publishing infrastructure.
Oct 171 min read
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