The number of hybrid vehicles cleared in the first half of this year rose by 31%, reaching 6,834 vehicles, compared to 5,197 during the same period last year—an increase of 1,637 vehicles.
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In a statement on Monday, Jihad Abu Nasser, the representative of the vehicle sector at the Jordan Free Zones Investors Commission, noted that vehicle clearance from the Zarqa Free Zone to the local market dropped by 9% during the first half of 2025.
He explained that the total number of vehicles cleared for the local market from the beginning of the year until the end of June stood at 30,782, compared to 33,954 during the same period in 2024—a decrease of 3,172 vehicles.
The decline affected several vehicle categories, most notably electric vehicles, which saw a 17% drop. A total of 18,816 electric vehicles were cleared compared to 22,604 in the first half of 2024, marking a decrease of 3,788 vehicles.
Diesel vehicles also recorded a 31% decline, with 2,379 vehicles cleared compared to 3,470 during the same period in 2024—a drop of 1,091 vehicles.
As for gasoline-powered vehicles, Abu Nasser said they remained relatively stable, with a slight increase of 3%. The number rose from 2,683 in the first half of 2024 to 2,753 during the same period this year—an increase of 70 vehicles.
Regarding re-export activity, Abu Nasser reported solid growth of 67% in the first half of 2025. A total of 39,641 vehicles were exported abroad compared to 23,796 during the same period in 2024—an increase of 15,846 vehicles.
He noted that this growth in re-exports reflects the flexibility of Jordan's free zones in meeting demand from neighboring markets, particularly Syria and Iraq.
Concerning vehicle clearance for the local market, Abu Nasser stated that the figures reflect market conditions and shifts in consumer preferences, in addition to the impact of tax measures and new regulations, especially those related to electric vehicles.
He added that the Commission is closely monitoring these trends due to their direct impact on the vehicle sector and investment in free zones. He emphasized the importance of supporting market stability and providing a clear and encouraging regulatory environment for both investors and citizens.
— (Petra)
