>Algeria has launched a tire import plan, aiming to import 3.5 million rubber tires by the first quarter of 2027. This initiative is aimed at stabilizing domestic supplies and meeting the growing market demand.

>According to local Algerian media reports, Algerian Minister of Fuel Mohammed Al-Kabouche revealed that the government has initiated a tire import program. It is expected that 3.5 million rubber tires will be imported by the first quarter of 2027, with the goal of stabilizing domestic supplies and addressing the rising market demand.

>Al-Kabouche made this statement while visiting the booth of the state-owned company Naftal at the NAPEC 2026 exhibition in Oran. He stated that import efforts have already begun, and “approximately 1 million tires have been imported over the past 8 months.” Naftal will continue to carry out these import efforts.

>This measure is taken against the backdrop of several months of supply shortages in Algeria’s tire market. Shortages led to significant price increases, resulting in a situation where “tires were hard to find.” The government’s decision to increase imports is seen as an important step towards stabilizing consumer spending and supporting the aftermarket for automobiles.

>Naftal is also adjusting its distribution system. Not only is the scale of imports increasing, but the company is also reorganizing the tire distribution channels to reduce intermediate delays. This ensures that tires can reach consumers across the country, while preventing intermediaries from exploiting the situation to raise prices. As a result, Naftal has selected 13 foreign suppliers after the second round of international bidding. Additionally, the company has expanded its delivery points, especially those handled through digital platforms.

>It is understood that Naftal’s online sales platform has become an important tool for ensuring the supply of tires. Consumers can place orders directly through the internet, which helps standardize the sales process, reduce middleman involvement and price speculation, and improve price transparency. With these measures in place, Algeria’s daily tire distribution capacity has increased to approximately 6,000 tires per day, a significant improvement compared to previous levels.

>In terms of market size, data from Naftal shows that Algeria’s annual demand for tires is about 6.5 million units, while domestic production is about 3.8 million units per year. This means that imports remain a key method to fill the gap and maintain continuous market supply. Reports indicate that “production capacity” does not necessarily mean all the products are actually produced, nor do they all go into the domestic market.

>In terms of prices, Algeria’s tire market has stabilized after the crisis. Tire prices have dropped from around 24,000 dinars per tire to around 13,000 dinars per tire, a reduction of nearly 46%. Oil prices have also decreased, from around 14,000 dinars to around 8,000 dinars per liter.

>Algeria’s current strategy involves combining domestic production, imports to fill gaps, and improving distribution channels. This approach aims to avoid further imbalances in supply. In addition to Naftal, domestic industrial companies like IRIS Tire Factory are also important sources of domestic supply. According to Al-Kabouche, about 1 million tires have been imported over the past 8 months. The goal is to increase imports to 3.5 million tires by the first quarter of 2027, thereby supporting the stabilization of the entire market.

Conclusion

>Algeria is taking steps to improve the aftermarket for automobiles, focusing on ensuring supply and reducing intermediaries. This shows that the country is becoming more sensitive to costs, circulation processes, and price stability. If the supply of related components, tires, and lubricants stabilizes, the after-sales environment for used cars will become more controllable. However, market demands for prices and compliance will likely continue to rise.

Source: Guangdong HaoChe

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