Kazakhstan imported 8.450 thousand motor cars and 900 lorries in 2008.

This figure is 53.8% less than the corresponding figures for January 2007.

This amounts to US$67.7 million (55% less) and US$12.7 million (61.6% less) respectively.

241 motor cars were produced in 2008 (31.1% less) and 180 lorries (80% less).

Asia-Avto in Eastern Kazakhstan is a major automobile manufacturer in Kazakhstan. It produces Nivas, Skodas, and Chevrolets.