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4 FAQs about Ankara electric vehicle infrastructure

Will Ankara restrict EV imports from China?

Ankara may add further restrictions on EV and hybrid imports, especially those from China, in order to protect Turkey's domestic automotive sector.

What are the advantages of EV charging in Turkey?

The high solar and wind energy potential might be another advantage of Turkey regarding EVs. By the implementation of smart charging infrastructure and EV-RES integration, the cost of EV charging from renewables can become lower in Turkey than the other countries.

Is Ankara ready for EVs?

Outwardly Ankara is committed to the transition to EVs, but its main aim is to protect the domestic vehicle manufacturing sector by urging existing manufacturers to produce EV models in Turkey and encouraging others to establish manufacturing plant in the country.

How many EV charging sockets are there in Turkey?

EPDK's July 2024 EV sector report lists the ten largest operators, which account for almost half of the 21,070 charging sockets available. Turkish EV owners complain that there is no 'umbrella app' for all charging operators and that charging cost varies enormously between operators.

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