The Turkish automotive industry continued to be a strong driver of the country's exports in the first seven months of the year, posting a fresh record in overseas shipments, according to a report on Thursday.

The sector achieved an export volume of $24.4 billion (TL 1.16 trillion), marking the highest January-July performance of all time, the report by Anadolu Agency (AA) suggested.

While the negative effects of Middle East-driven geopolitical risks on the global economy and growth continue, Türkiye's automotive industry, one of the country's leading export sectors, has continued its streak of record-breaking performances despite challenges.

During this period of disrupted supply chains, Türkiye's automotive sector stood out with its strong performance.

The sector maintained its export growth momentum during the January-July period, posting a 2.6% increase in sales compared to the same period a year ago.