Türkiye’s automotive industry is adapting to the European Union’s ambitious green transformation efforts in a bid to stay competitive and enhance its export potential, a sector representative told Anadolu Agency. The EU is moving forward with its industrial action plan for the auto sector by establishing three large-scale cross-border test sites and regulatory testing zones, as well as increasing the readiness and commercialization of self-driving cars. As part of its research program Horizon Europe, the EU will allocate €1 billion ($1.1 billion) for the auto sector between 2025 and 2027. The funds will be directed toward boosting demand for zero-emission vehicles, establishing heavy-vehicle charging centers, and expanding financing for charging infrastructure. An additional $2 billion will support battery production and recycling initiatives.
The EU also plans to secure access to critical minerals and expand into new markets through free trade agreements and strategic partnerships. The bloc is currently investigating unfair trade practices and may impose tariffs and other measures on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) if violations are found.