(Phnom Penh): Cambodia’s automobile tire exports surged in the first quarter of 2026, generating over USD 472 million, a 42.37% increase from USD 331 million in the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

Total revenue from tire and automotive-related exports approached $600 million between January and March.

The United States remained the dominant market, importing more than USD 358 million worth of Cambodian tires. Other key destinations included Brazil, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, South Africa, and Mexico.

Exports of automotive parts also recorded strong growth, reaching over USD 92 million, up 30.15% year-on-year. Major buyers included Japan, Thailand, the United States, China, Canada, Viet Nam, the Philippines, South Korea, and Malaysia.

Meanwhile, shipments of bicycle and motorcycle parts totalled around USD 16 million, with exports going to markets such as the Netherlands, China, Lithuania, Taiwan, the United States, Portugal, Germany, the United Kingdom, Romania, and Viet Nam.

Cambodia’s tire manufacturing capacity continues to expand, with eight factories now operating across five special economic zones, including in Svay Rieng, Preah Sihanouk, and Kratie.

On 17 March 2026, the Cambodian Investment Board met with the Cambodian Rubber Development Association to strengthen the domestic rubber supply chain. Discussions focused on improving local sourcing, addressing industry challenges, and advancing the “on-spot export” mechanism.

Cambodia currently maintains about 450,000 hectares of rubber plantations, producing approximately 420,000 tons annually, positioning the country to further integrate its agricultural and manufacturing sectors.
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