The number of electric cars in Kazakhstan has increased ninefold within a single year
Electric vehicles are gaining popularity in Kazakhstan, with the number of electric cars in the country skyrocketing ninefold in January compared to the same month last year, as reported by data from the Bureau of National Statistics.
“The number of passenger cars powered by electricity has increased 9.2 times, from 914 to 8,366 units. The highest number of electric vehicles is in the cities of Almaty – 4,946 units, Astana – 1,044 units, and the Almaty Region – 379 units,” reads the bureau’s statement.
As of February 1, the total number of registered motor vehicles in Kazakhstan has reached 5.3 million units. Among these, 88.1% are passenger cars, 9.8% are trucks, and 2.1% are buses.
The significant surge in electric vehicle registrations is attributed to the decision by the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission to extend the duty-free import of electric vehicles until the end of 2025. This move allows for a saving of 15% off the customs value of the vehicle, according to data from the Energyprom analytical website.
Globally, electric vehicles are experiencing a surge in popularity as well. Over the span of five years, from 2017 to 2022, sales of electric vehicles soared from approximately one million to over 10 million, according to the International Energy Agency. In 2022 alone, sales of electric cars surpassed 10 million, marking a remarkable 55% increase compared to 2021, with half of these sales occurring in China.(Source:astanatimes)
