
Performance in Kocaeli Automotive Sector in 2024
Kocaeli continues to be an important center in Turkey's automotive sector. Despite the small decreases in production as of 2024, the increase in export performance reinforces Kocaeli's strong position in the automotive industry. Factories located in regions such as İzmit, Gölcük, Başiskele and Çayırova in particular achieved significant production figures during this period.
Production Figures and Export Overview
According to the Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD) data, last year in Kocaeli, a total of 620 thousand 56 passenger and commercial vehicles produced. This is the daily average 1700 vehicles means production. Kocaeli is the largest producer of Turkey's total automotive production, excluding tractors. 45 percent This situation once again reveals Kocaeli's strong position in the automotive sector.
Export Performance and Foreign Demand
Vehicle exports from Kocaeli to 2023 4 percent increase in units showed. The vehicles produced in the factories of Ford Otosan, Hyundai Assan and Anadolu Isuzu 85 thousand 531 vehicles, corresponding to 142 percent delivery points became foreign locations. Thus, Kocaeli, Turkey's total excluding tractors 1 million 13 thousand 34 units recorded as foreign sales 52 percent Realized.
Ford Otosan's Successful Export Figures
Ford Otosan is the leading automotive company in Turkey with its total production and export figures in Kocaeli and Eskişehir factories. The company, 381 thousand 786 of the total production of 369 thousand 302 units It was carried out in Gölcük and Yeniköy factories in Kocaeli. Ford Otosan, 330 thousand 240 of the total export of 326 thousand 75 units created the vehicles produced in these factories.
Production of Light Commercial Vehicles
Ford Otosan, which manufactures the “Custom”, “Transit” and “Courier” models in the light commercial class in Kocaeli, has increased its total production performance in these models by 2023. Despite a 3 percent decrease in exports, it managed to increase its exports by 7 percent.
Hyundai Assan's Production Capacity
Hyundai Assan, annual 245 thousand units It produces i10, i20 and Bayon models in its factory with production capacity. Last year, 244 thousand 976 cars off the production line. These vehicles 83 thousand units, corresponding to 204 percent was sent abroad.
Anadolu Isuzu's Export Success
Anadolu Isuzu, off the assembly line 5 thousand 778 vehicles He expelled 1067 of them. These figures reveal how important a player Kocaeli is in the automotive sector.
Kocaeli's Future in the Automotive Sector
Kocaeli will continue to be an important center in the future with its strong production infrastructure and export potential in the automotive sector. Companies optimizing their production processes and exploring new markets will further advance this success. In addition, the adoption of sustainability and environmentally friendly production methods will increase Kocaeli's competitiveness in the automotive sector.
Kocaeli's Place in the Automotive Sector in Brief
Kocaeli continues to be an important part of the Turkish economy with its success in automotive production and exports. With the efficiency of its production facilities, strong workforce and strategic location, Kocaeli attracts attention in both local and international markets. Therefore, Kocaeli's automotive sector will continue to grow and develop in the future.