Uzbekistan’s primary passenger car market is experiencing a positive shift after four months of declining activity, according to an analysis by the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR).

In January, sales in the passenger car segment increased by 9.5% compared to the previous month, reaching 78,600 units. This growth signals a recovery in market activity following a prolonged slowdown.

Among regions, the highest growth in car sales was recorded in Surkhandarya (27%), Andijan (25%), and Namangan (24%).

The new passenger car market showed an 18.5% increase in sales, with 4,100 more units sold compared to the previous month. However, despite this short-term recovery, activity in this segment remains 15% lower year-on-year.

Sales of new domestically produced cars also reflected a positive trend, reaching 21,700 units, which is 3,300 more than in December.

The segment of new and used foreign-made passenger cars experienced a significant boost. In January, sales in this category grew by 21%, amounting to 4,900 vehicles. Year-on-year, this represents a 42% increase.

The secondary car market also saw growth, with sales reaching 52,000 vehicles, marking a 5.4% rise from December 2024.

The market for new and used electric vehicles demonstrated remarkable growth at the beginning of the year, with sales reaching 5,500 units, a 24% increase.

Notably, sales of used light electric vehicles tripled over the past year, while sales of new electric vehicles grew 1.3 times.