Turkish auto parts manufacturers operate in the automotive supplier industry in Turkey and are highly acclaimed for their technical prowess, production quality, and global reach. This guide will highlight some of the best Turkish auto parts suppliers and their significant contributions to the global automotive industry.
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Automotive Supplier Industry in Turkey
To understand the current situation of Turkish auto parts manufacturers, I utilized a recent report from TUBITAK (Turkey’s Scientific and Technological Research Council). The report name is “Parts Sector (Automotive Supply Industry) 2023 Vision—Draft.” Even though the study is only in draft form, it contains vital information concerning Turkey’s automotive supplier industry.
Number of Companies
Based on this report, there are over 1000 companies in the automotive supply industry in Turkey. However, there are roughly 300–350 enterprises that have acceptable production standards, make original parts directly for the vehicle manufacturing industry, and export by competing in worldwide markets.
Locations of Turkish auto parts manufacturers
Turkish auto parts manufacturers operating in the automotive supplier industry are generally concentrated in Istanbul, Bursa, and Izmir. 75% of auto parts manufacturer companies operate in the Marmara region and 13% in the Aegean region.
Types of Auto Parts
The Turkish automotive supplier industry has reached a level where it can meet almost all of the parts and components required for vehicles manufactured in Turkey. The products of Turkish auto parts manufacturers are:
- Complete engine and engine parts,
- Powertrain,
- Brake systems and parts,
- Hydraulic and pneumatic parts,
- Suspension parts,
- Safety parts,
- Rubber and rubber parts,
- Chassis components and parts,
- Forging and casting parts,
- Electrical equipment and lighting systems,
- Battery,
- Auto windows and
- Seats.
Exports of Turkish Auto Parts Manufacturers
Turkish auto parts manufacturers mainly export to Europe. To be more specific, 69% of the sector’s exports are to European Union countries. The average annual production of Turkish auto parts manufacturers is 2.7 billion dollars.
Employment in the Automotive Supplier Industry in Turkey
The automotive supplier industry provides direct employment to a total of 150,000 people and indirectly employs approximately 750,000 people. The sector employs largely technical personnel due to its software-oriented production.
Top Turkish Auto Parts Manufacturers
There are two civil society organizations in Turkey that act as member associations of Turkish auto parts manufacturers. These are:
These two associations will give you the full list of Turkish auto parts manufacturers.
TAYSAD Member List
TAYSAD, to the best of my knowledge, is the most comprehensive civil society association in terms of registering Turkish auto parts manufacturer companies. TAYSAD currently has 516 members. However, according to TUBITAK’s research, if you want to target the highest quality, you can only collaborate with 300–350 enterprises. I reviewed 15 companies at random, and just three of them were acceptable for inclusion on my list.
In summary, TAYSAD gives an excellent list of Turkish auto parts manufacturers. However, you must browse through them, use filters to reduce the number of companies, and then check each one individually.
Ditas Dogan Spare Parts Manufacturing and Technical Inc., Istanbul
Founded in 1972, Ditas provides high-quality original products in the production of steering and suspension system parts. The company meets 80% of the rod demand of commercial vehicle manufacturers in Turkey. DITAS, which produces in its production factory in Nigde and employs 340 people, has all quality certificates.
AL-KOR Machine Mold Industry and Trade Inc., Istanbul
AL-KOR is the “full system” supplier of the global automotive industry. Founded in 1970, the company exports to more than 40 countries. You can work with AL-KOR for your automotive exterior and interior lighting needs, mechatronics needs, or plastic and metal parts needs.
SUPSAN Engine Valves Industry and Trade Inc., Istanbul
As implied in the company name, SUPSAN mainly manufactures engine valves. Since 1970, the company has manufactured engine valves, valve guides, valve cotters, push rods, and valve caps. Supsan is the leading Turkish auto parts manufacturer in its field. SUPSAN supplies the engine valve needs of Ford Otosan, Oyak Renault, Tofas, Turk Traktor, Iveco, Anadolu Isuzu, Basak Traktor, Karsan, Daf Tirsan, and Temsa.
Conclusion
With a solid commitment to quality and innovation, Turkish auto parts manufacturers have established themselves as competitive players in the global auto industry. Pelotek Sourcing, connecting you with these reliable sellers in Turkey, provides access to a diverse range of top-tier products tailored to various automotive needs.
If you want to learn more about sectors, please check out the “Sectors in Turkey” category on the blog page. My next post in this category is “Turkish clothing manufacturers.“
“Manufacturing in Turkey: A Full Overview,” one of our pillar articles, provides a summary of the most significant sectors in Turkey.
