According to the new decision taken by the Ministry of Commerce, the 6 months, 6 thousand kilometers and announcement restriction regulations implemented in order to prevent speculative price increases in the automotive market have been extended until January 1, 2027. The Ministry stated that these measures play a critical role in maintaining a fair and competitive environment in second-hand vehicle sales, preventing stockpiling activities and preventing consumers from being victimized.

While it was emphasized that the controls carried out on authorized car dealers and gallerists throughout Turkey will continue with determination, it was stated that the implementation of the existing rules is essential to maintain stability in the market.

The Ministry Aims to Ensure Stability in the Market

These restrictions, which were put into effect to eliminate the imbalances in the automotive sector, were designed to extinguish the speculative price bubbles that occurred especially after the pandemic. The Ministry of Commerce argues that these regulations not only ensure price stability but also prevent unregistered trade.

The ban on commercial sales of vehicles that have not completed the specified period and interval from the date of first registration makes it difficult for new vehicles to be collected by dealers and put on the market at high prices.

These restrictions, implemented as part of the fight against hoarding, stand out as one of the most powerful tools for consumer protection in the vehicle market.

Audit Activities Are Continued with Determination

In the statement made by the Ministry, it was stated that the necessary administrative sanctions were imposed on many authorized dealers and auto galleries who were found to have violated the rules during the controls carried out so far. It is emphasized that the controls continue not only on announcement sites but also at physical sales points. While sector representatives support the view that these restrictions are necessary to maintain supply-demand stability in the market, consumers are pleased to prevent exorbitant price increases in the second-hand market.

The fact that the application will continue until 2027 aims to eliminate the uncertainty in the sector and provide the market with a more predictable structure. The market pressure created by those who buy vehicles for investment purposes and sell them at a high profit in a short time has been largely kept under control thanks to these regulations.

Control mechanisms will remain in effect until 2027 to ensure the continuity of price stability in the automotive industry.

The Ministry also actively uses digital tracking systems to detect those who act against the rules. Groups working in coordination with announcement platforms instantly monitor announcements that make pricing contrary to the legislation and initiate the necessary legal processes. It is of great importance for the health of the market that consumers report their complaints when they encounter similar situations.

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