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Demand Shifts to Automobiles Instead of Housing
The Turkish automotive market closed 2025 in a strong demand environment, while the used car market remained stable. According to field research conducted by Otomerkezi.net, rising housing costs and changing investment behaviors have made cars an accessible and easily convertible investment vehicle for consumers.
Nov 24, 20252 min read
SamAuto, Central Asia's Commercial Vehicle Giant, Became a Partner of Anadolu Isuzu
Anadolu Group company Anadolu Isuzu has taken a significant strategic step in line with its vision of international growth and sustainable value creation. The company has signed a share transfer agreement for the transfer of shares corresponding to 75.2% of the capital of Uzbekistan-based SamAuto, a leading manufacturer of Central Asia's commercial vehicle sector.
Nov 21, 20252 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.
Nov 6, 20252 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.
Nov 5, 20254 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.”
Nov 5, 20252 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 4, 20252 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 3, 20251 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 30, 20254 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 30, 20251 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 30, 20252 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 20, 20253 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 18, 20252 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 17, 20251 min read
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