The new regulation providing SCT incentives for hybrid cars was published in the Official Gazette. With Law No. 7521, significant changes were made in SCT rates for hybrid electric vehicles. Here are the details:
SCT Rates
According to the new regulation, SCT rates for externally rechargeable hybrid electric vehicles, depending on carbon dioxide emissions and engine volume, are determined as follows:
- Vehicles whose engine volume does not exceed 1,600 cm³ and whose SCT base does not exceed 1.35 million TL: %30 SCT.
- Vehicles whose engine volume does not exceed 1,600 cm³ and whose SCT base exceeds 1.35 million TL: %60 SCT.
- Vehicles whose engine volume exceeds 1,600 cm³ but does not exceed 1,800 cm³ and whose SCT base does not exceed 1.35 million TL: %70 SCT.
Aims and goals
These regulations aim to reduce the environmental impact of hybrid electric vehicles and encourage the transition to a sustainable transportation model. It is also expected to contribute to Turkey achieving its environmental sustainability goals, ensuring energy security and maintaining its financial stability.
Economic Impacts
The new regulations are expected to have positive effects on the country's economy by causing significant changes in the automotive sector and energy markets. Promoting hybrid vehicles will support the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies and the transition to a more sustainable transportation system by increasing market diversity.
