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Morocco automotive market and manufacturing trends

Overview

The Moroccan automotive sector is undergoing a significant transition toward electrification and industrial diversification. In the domestic market, sales of electric and hybrid vehicles surged by 74.4% through September 2026, totaling 29,522 units. This growth brought the combined market share for these vehicles to 17.8%, up from 11.4% in the same period in 2025. While diesel vehicles maintain a 63.5% market share, this represents a decline from approximately 71% the previous year. Plug-in hybrids specifically saw a growth rate of 120.3%.

On the industrial front, Morocco is strengthening its role in the global electric vehicle supply chain. A partnership between Volkswagen Group, PowerCo, and Gotion High-tech is establishing a facility in Kenitra to produce active cathode materials for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. This initiative is part of a broader effort to regionalize supply chains. Morocco’s strategic position is further bolstered by its proximity to major industrial zones, the Tanger Med port, and its possession of approximately 70% of the world’s phosphate reserves, a critical component for battery development.

Industrial expansion is also extending into the aerospace sector. APS Coating Solutions has announced a new subsidiary in Morocco to provide integrated surface treatments and non-destructive testing for aeronautical parts. This facility is expected to become operational in the first quarter of 2028, with a stated focus on environmental goals such as “zero liquid discharge.”

Entities

Morocco · European Union · Minth Group · Kénitra · African Union

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Morocco sees surge in electric and hybrid vehicle sales

    Morocco's electric and hybrid vehicle sales rose 74.4% in 2026, as the nation leverages strategic trade deals and mineral reserves to become a global hub for electric vehicle production.

  2. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Morocco expands industrial capacity in aerospace and battery sectors

    Morocco is strengthening its industrial role with new projects: a Kenitra-based LFP battery material plant by Volkswagen, PowerCo, and Gotion, and a new aerospace coating facility by APS Coating Solutions.

  3. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Morocco automotive industry expands amid environmental challenges

    Morocco's growing automotive industry faces environmental hurdles, including a lack of fuel consumption standards and high CO2 emissions from a transport sector reliant on petroleum.

  4. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Morocco advances industrial strategy through tech and semiconductor growth

    Morocco is advancing its industrial strategy by transitioning from low-cost manufacturing to high-tech sectors, including semiconductors and digital startups, to strengthen global supply chain ties.

  5. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Morocco automobile market slows in August 2026

    Morocco's auto market saw a slowdown in August 2026 with passenger car sales falling 2.2%, though year-to-date growth remains at 14.2% driven by electrified vehicles and Chinese brands.

Sources

1001infos.net · aeronautique.ma · alphabourse.ma · ecofinagency.com · elcierredigital.com · infomagazine.ma · infomaroc.net · lebrief.ma · lemaroc360.com · lenew.ma · lenouvelliste.ma · leseco.ma · maroc24.com · marokko.nl · mawebzine.ma · mymoroccoobserver.com · noticiasdemalaga.es · tanjanews.com

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