The 56th International Motor Show was officially opened today in Belgrade. This year, it is one of the eleven largest international motor shows in the world and one of only three major international motor shows in Europe. Additionally, the 17th International Motorcycle, Scooter, Quad, and Equipment Fair, "Motopassion," was also inaugurated.
On this occasion, Aleksandra Đurđević, President of the Serbian Association of Vehicle and Parts Importers, officially opened the show, emphasizing:
"This year's show features a record number of brands and premieres since its inception. A total of 105 brands are exhibiting, with 180 models making their debut, including:
"Compared to the previous show, where we faced challenges with vehicle availability and longer delivery times, the situation is significantly better this year. Additionally, we anticipate improved financial conditions for vehicle purchases—lower interest rates and better banking incentives."
One of the most exciting aspects of the show is always the price range of the exhibited vehicles. The most expensive car on display is a Maserati, priced at €480,800, while the most affordable is a Dacia Sandero, starting at €14,990.
This year, special attention will be drawn to new players from the Asian market, with as many as twenty brands from China, compared to just three at the previous international show.
A key theme this year is electric vehicles, including the first-ever Serbian-produced electric model, the Fiat Grande Panda from Kragujevac. Beyond its economic significance, this model will further raise awareness of electrification.
"Developing an ecosystem for electrified vehicles is one of our biggest shared goals. This includes expanding the network of public chargers, planning recycling centers for used batteries, increasing subsidies, and introducing non-financial incentives. These are areas where we must collaborate—regulators, private companies, importers, and associations alike."
Another crucial topic is the regulation of the used car market. In Serbia, the used car market is still five times larger than the new car market. In 2024 alone, 135,000 used vehicles were imported, nearly half of which have EURO 3 and EURO 4 engines—major contributors to air pollution and environmental challenges.
Photos: Anđelko Vasiljević
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