Morocco plans to increase its electric vehicle (EV) production by 53% by the end of 2025, reaching a total of 107,000 units, Industry and Trade Minister Ryad Mezzour announced on Monday during a session at the House of Representatives. The move is part of the kingdom's broader strategy to reduce its dependence on the European market, which is currently facing sluggish demand. The country's automotive sector currently has an annual production capacity of 700,000 vehicles, with expectations to reach one million units before the end of the year. The European Union remains the main destination for Moroccan car exports. Despite a 7% drop in car exports—amounting to around 49 billion dirhams during the first four months of 2025—the automotive industry continues to hold its position as Morocco's leading export sector. According to data from the Foreign Exchange Office, this decline contributed to a widening trade deficit, which rose to 108.9 billion dirhams, up by 22.8%. Minister Mezzour described the downturn as temporary and highlighted efforts to diversify Morocco's export markets. The country currently exports vehicles to around 70 countries and aims to expand that number to 100. Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association shows a decline in sales of traditional cars across the continent, while electric vehicles now account for 15.2% of the market—strengthening Morocco's strategic focus on EV production.
