In recent years, Türkiye has become one of the most significant manufacturers and suppliers for European automotive builders.

Leveraging its expertise and a young, skilled workforce, the Turkish automotive and subcontracting industry has evolved into a major production and supply hub for numerous international manufacturers, including Germany and France.

The automotive industry, which began developing in the 1950s and 1960s, gained a significant boost with the signing of the free trade agreement with the EU in 1996. The industry benefited from the relocation of European and American manufacturers and suppliers. Through technology transfer partnerships, the local industry has strengthened, and Turkish subcontractors have emerged as producers of their own national brands.



Today, Türkiye is an essential hub for automotive production and engineering, recognized for its high efficiency and competitiveness, adhering to international quality and safety standards. The dynamism of the Turkish automotive industry is also supported by relatively sustained demand from a still under-equipped population, despite specific taxes and high fuel costs.