How much does a car cost in Tajikistan?

"Most gasoline-powered cars cost the same as an electric car, $25,000 to $30,000. For example, the Opel, which is widely used by our people today, has the same price at the factory. Those cars that are sold cheaply in Tajikistan come in used and outdated.

Should Tajiks buy an electric car?

Tajiks who already own an electric car say their use is inexpensive, safe and environmentally friendly. Economic columnist Nur Safarov believes that the main disadvantage of an electric car is its cost. A new electric car, for example, costs from $20,000 to $50,000 in Russia, while the cost of an old one starts at $6,000.

Will electric cars replace conventional vehicles in Tajikistan?

Tajikistan. Will electric cars replace conventional vehicles? On January 10, 2022, electric cabs began to circulate on the streets of Dushanbe. He instructed the government to take measures to provide infrastructure and other necessary conditions for the use of such vehicles in the country.

How far can electric buses cover on electricity in Tajikistan?

Tajikistan began producing electric buses and electric trolleybuses in 2021 and conducted tests in December. According to Asror Mirzoev, director of the company that produces them, the electric bus and electric trolleybus can cover up to 200 kilometers distance on electricity.

Why are electric cars so popular in Tajikistan?

Electric cars are typical in the city because of low landings and have rarely been used on regional roads," Abdullo said. In Tajikistan, where mostly old foreign cars are in operation, they say their emissions are one of the main sources of air pollution.

Could electric cars reduce air pollution in Tajikistan?

According to experts, gradually filling the country with electric cars could reduce air pollution. The gradual increase in electricity generation in Tajikistan reportedly allows increasing the number of electricity-powered vehicles in Tajikistan. Tajik officials say this will reduce the country's dependence on oil-exporting countries.