Requirements for the Transition to the Electric Car Explained

According to the latest data published on Turkey’s automotive production, production, 2% decrease in 2021 It fell to 1 million 276 thousand 140 units. In the period when production decreased, exports increased at the same rate (2%) and amounted to 937 thousand 5 units. 15% increase in dollar terms It reached the limit of 30 billion dollars. The latest data from the sector was handled by the Automotive Industry Association (OSD) Chairman of the Board Haydar Yenigün.

Yenigün mentioned that the export results were pleasing in his evaluation of the sector. Exports reached 10.62 dollars per kilogram, It’s the highest level ever stressed and stated that it should increase to 20. Stating that 10.3 million vehicles were under-produced worldwide due to the chip crisis, Yenigün’s subject headings were as follows:

A brand new SCT regulation is required for electrification targets in the coming years:

Referring to the latest change in SCT in his statements, Yenigün said that with a brand new regulation that will pave the way for the automotive industry. that much more can be contributed to the country stressed. Saying that the change made is a very short-term arrangement, Yenigün said that according to the EU’s Green Agreement targets and 2030-2035 and 2040 targets for electrification. It is necessary to switch to a system that will pave the way for the automotive industry and generate income for the state. expressed.

The depressing statements about the chip crisis continue:

While many people stated that the chip crisis will continue to be experienced in 2022, one of these people was Yenigün. Yenigün emphasized that the chip crisis and supply chain management will remain at the top of the agenda. “The supply shortage will continue in general. After 6 months, we have some optimism. We consider that life can return to normal by the end of the first quarter of 2023.” used the phrases.

‘The process has ceased to be manageable’ in Turkey

Yenigün stated that the reasons for the increase in vehicle prices in Turkey are the input costs, the tax legislation, the volatility of the dollar and the euro against the TL. Stating that energy prices also increase their costs and this is reflected on the citizens, Yenigün said, referring to the developments in the economy. “This process is in terms of users, producers, investors. It is no longer a manageable process.” made a statement.

Yenigün, Minister Nebati’s ‘TL’s activity against the dollar and euro has now come to an end, this is over.’ that the euro and dollar are now at 13.5 and 15.5 levels. is a level acceptable to the state. pointed out. He explained that they are now responsible for managing the business with the value of TL at this level.

The consumer saves his money by investing in the vehicle:

Yenigün stated that the consumer protects himself by buying a vehicle against price increases, and made the following statement:

“Unfortunately, the money you invested in property today has taken you under protection due to the current economic system. Why are there no cars in dealerships today? Is it the only reason for the supply industry? People buy cars and protect their own money. The behavior of people who need to buy a vehicle will change, but I think that new customers will enter the market. I think that the system will settle in a balance within itself, new customers will enter the automotive sector in the coming period and sales will be at a certain level.”

In 2021, 658 million dollars were invested in the automotive sector:

Yenigün said that the automotive sector is not affected by periodic fluctuations and that it is a sector that makes long-term investments. They invested 658 million dollars in 2021. Yenigün stated that 408 million dollars of these investments are new model investments.

Honda’s withdrawal from Turkey did not affect employment growth:

Speaking about employment in the automotive sector, Yenigün stated that the difference compared to 2020 was due to Honda, which closed its factory in September. Yenigün stated that we have valuable human resources and therefore, there is no decrease in employment, but even increased. “Even Honda’s retirement has not affected our employment development in the industry. This is something very, very valuable.” made a statement.