Tesla Model Y Emerges as Best-Selling Vehicle in Turkey

In a noteworthy development, the Tesla Model Y has risen to prominence as the best-selling vehicle globally this year. While its sales dominance was most pronounced in North America and China, the Model Y has also made a significant impact in several other countries.

Turkish Enthusiasm for Tesla Model Y

• Turkey, for instance, has displayed remarkable enthusiasm for the Model Y. Recent local reports indicate a virtual sell-out of the vehicle in the country, with estimates from industry watchers hinting at Tesla possibly reaching the 8,000-vehicle mark by the end of September. This is an impressive feat, especially considering that Tesla Model Y deliveries commenced only in May.
• The Model Y stands as the sole Tesla model available in the Turkish market at present, emphasizing its popularity and demand.

Dedicated Tracking of Tesla’s Progress

Unlike in some regions, Tesla is not affiliated with the Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association (ODMD) for the Turkish automotive market. Despite this, industry watchers, like the experienced journalist Emre Özpeynirci, have diligently tracked Tesla’s progress in Turkey over recent months.

Turkey’s Leading Seller of Electric Vehicles

According to Özpeynirci, Tesla has emerged as the leading seller of electric vehicles in Turkey. “I learned that Tesla, which commenced deliveries in mid-May, is unequivocally the brand that sells the most electric cars in Turkey, both in July and in the January-July period,” he asserted.

Impressive Sales Figures

Emre Özpeynirci further revealed that Tesla has achieved approximately 3,000 unit sales in just 2.5 months. Current data suggests that the company is poised to approach the 5,000-unit mark soon. This data points towards Tesla gaining rapid momentum in the Turkish automotive market.

• Approx. 5,000 Tesla Model Y deliveries in Turkey so far.
• Over 3,000 vehicles recently towed to Istanbul Park for deliveries.
• Estimated 8,000 deliveries by the end of September.
• Ambitious target of exceeding 10,000 deliveries in October.

Turkey as a Promising Market for Tesla

Turkey is on track to become a significant market for Tesla. Earlier this month, Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, held a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in New York. Reports suggest that the two leaders discussed a wide range of topics during their encounter, with President Erdoğan reportedly encouraging Musk to consider establishing a Tesla Gigafactory in Turkey.

Conclusion

The rapid surge in Tesla Model Y sales in Turkey underscores a growing appetite for electric vehicles in the region. With an estimated 8,000 vehicles anticipated to be on Turkish roads by the end of September, Tesla is poised to set a new benchmark for its performance in this market. The meeting between Elon Musk and President Erdoğan further signals the potential for expanded investment in Turkey’s automotive sector, potentially leading to long-term benefits for both Tesla and the country.

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Source : Teslarati

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