Does Kyrgyzstan adopt electric vehicles?

We present a study into electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Kyrgyzstan. Interviews with 23 expert stakeholders and over 50,000 car sales are analysed. A total cost of ownership (TCO) model is presented for the Kyrgyz case. Policy recommendations are made on the basis of this study.

Which countries supply electric vehicles to Kyrgyzstan?

The main countries suppliers of electric vehicles to Kyrgyzstan are China, Japan and some European countries. China is a highly competitive supplier with competitive prices and a variety of models. “The country is starting to develop the infrastructure, including installation of charging stations in large cities,” said Iskender Sharsheyev.

What is the car market like in Kyrgyz?

In comparison to the total number of newly registered vehicles ( Table 2 ), according to the car dealerships interviewed the market for new vehicles is notably small: used vehicles dominate the market. As in many developing countries, the Kyrgyz car market mainly consists of second-hand cars imported from developed countries.

What data does Kyrgyzstan have?

In Kyrgyzstan, the National Statistics Committee publishes data on total imports of vehicles, fuel import and fuel consumption, total turnover from the sale of vehicles in the country, passengers carried by types of transport and the number of traffic accidents.

Does Kyrgyzstan have a potential for EV deployment?

Whilst a transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is a key part of Kyrgyzstan’s Nationally Determined Contribution to the Paris Agreement, the potential for successful EV deployment in the region is under-researched. To fill this research gap, this paper presents an assessment of the potential for EV deployment in Kyrgyzstan.

How old is a car in Kyrgyzstan?

Based on the desk research and analysis of available car import data, we estimate that more than 70% of the passenger cars in the Kyrgyz market are older than 10 years, and that the average age of passenger cars in the country is estimated to be just over 16 years. Table 2. Newly registered vehicles in Kyrgyzstan by year, 2012–2019.