Turkey’s Heavy Commercial Vehicle Market Stabilized in the First Nine Months..

The Heavy Commercial Vehicles Association (TAİD) evaluated market data and sectoral developments for the January-September period of 2025. According to TAİD data, the heavy commercial vehicle market reached a total of 26,608 sales in the first nine months of 2025, a 7 percent contraction compared to the same period last year. However, this contraction did not affect all segments equally. The under-16-ton truck segment saw a 6 percent increase in sales, reaching 4,427 vehicles. Tractor truck sales decreased by 11 percent to 12,135 units, while trucks weighing 16 tons and over saw a 7 percent decrease, reaching 10,046 vehicles. The total heavy commercial vehicle market increased by 14 percent in September 2025 compared to September of the previous year, reaching 3,271 units. In September 2025, tractor unit sales increased by 57 percent compared to the same month of the previous year, reaching 1,610 units. Sales of trucks weighing 16 tons or more decreased by 19 percent to 964 units, and sales of trucks weighing under 16 tons decreased by 8 percent to 697 units.

Burak Hoşgören: “We are experiencing a cautious but balanced year…”

TAİD President Burak Hoşgören stated that they are assessing 2025 with “cautious optimism” for the sector: “When we examine the figures by segment, we see an upward trend, particularly in trucks under 16 tons. The 6 percent increase in the truck segment under 16 tons is due to ongoing reconstruction and urban transformation activities in the earthquake zone.

Hoşgören also touched on several key factors underlying the results in the first nine months: “First and foremost, the economic climate influences investment decisions. The slowdown in foreign trade volume and uncertainties in export markets negatively impacted demand, particularly in the tractor segment. The stagnation of activity in the logistics sector also triggered this process. Furthermore, maintaining a regular cash flow is crucial for vehicle purchases. With interest rates trending downward, this situation is expected to reverse in the coming period, and demand to revive. Looking ahead to September 2025, we are seeing signs of recovery in this direction.” 31% Increase in the Semi-Trailer Market: Semi-trailer sales increased by 31% in the first nine months of 2025, reaching 7,033 units. Fleet renewal projects and activity in the construction and mining sectors were the primary drivers of this increase. The largest increases occurred in the curtainsider and bulk cargo segments.

Market Hopes for the Last Quarter:

According to TAID data, the Heavy Commercial Vehicle Market (Trucks/Tractors weighing 16 tons and above) increased by 36 percent compared to the average September sales of the last 10 years. Tractor sales increased by 46 percent, and truck sales by 22 percent, compared to the average September sales of the last 10 years. This data suggests that expectations for the last quarter of the year may turn positive. Hoşgören said, “With interest rates trending down and access to credit becoming easier, deferred fleet investments will return to the agenda. This could lead to a better-than-expected performance in the last quarter of the year.” Hope for 2026: Investments and Technological Transformation Ahead

TAİD President Burak Hoşgören shared his expectations for 2026, saying: “We are cautiously but optimistically looking forward to 2026. With the implementation of postponed investments, the sector may return to a growth trend. Furthermore, the increasing interest in electric and alternative fuel vehicles will initiate a new transformation process in the sector in the coming period.

European Emission Regulations and Turkey

Hosgören noted that the tightening of emissions standards by the European Union is also shaping the sector. He added that logistics companies, particularly those with trade relations with the EU, are turning to environmentally friendly vehicles, accelerating the transformation in the Turkish market. Hoşgören said, “This process requires our sector to invest in digital infrastructure and environmental technologies.” “Turkey can be an alternative hub for regional logistics, but we must keep pace with this transformation,” he said.

Source: https://www.kargohaber.com/agir-ticari-arac-pazari-ilk-9-ayda-dengede-eylulde-cekici-satislari-one-cikti-8381h.htm

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