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A Shift In Cyprus Car Market: Decline In Sales, Rise In Hybrids

According to recent data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), the first quarter of 2025 witnessed a 4.5% decline in Cyprus motor vehicle registrations compared to last year. Despite an increase in March, total registrations dropped from 12,827 to 12,256 vehicles.

March Exception

March brought some relief with a 4.3% rise, registering 4,422 vehicles compared to 4,238 the previous year. However, this was not enough to counter the overall trend.

Passenger Saloon Car Trends

Passenger saloons fell by 5.9%, with new cars constituting 46.4%. A significant detail is the increase in rental saloon cars by 13.1% to 1,027.

Greener Shift In Preferences

The shift towards more environmentally friendly options continues. Petrol-powered saloons decreased to 43.2%, while electric cars saw an increase from 3.8% to 4.9%, and hybrids from 37.2% to 42.9%.

Diverse Vehicle Segment Changes

Motor coaches and buses saw a drastic 40.6% drop, and mopeds under 50cc plummeted to just 60 from 240. Light goods vehicles, however, showed a 4.7% increase.

Genikes Insurance Wins Two Global Banking And Finance Awards

Genikes Insurance received two distinctions at the Global Banking and Finance Awards 2026, winning Best General Insurance Company in Cyprus and Best Insurance Website Cyprus. The awards reflect the company’s position within the Cypriot insurance market as well as its broader digital transformation strategy focused on expanding online services and improving customer experience.

Market Leadership And Digital Transformation

Genikes Insurance has invested in developing a more modern digital platform designed to simplify key insurance services, including policy issuance and online claims management. The company said the upgraded platform aims to improve efficiency and accessibility while strengthening its position within an increasingly competitive insurance sector.

Customer-Centric Approach

Commenting on the recognition, General Manager Christiana Agrotis said the company continues focusing on reliability, innovation and customer-focused services tailored to the needs of the Cypriot market. According to Agrotis, the recognition of the company’s digital platform also reflects the trust customers place in its services and broader insurance offering.

Technology-Driven Innovation

The updated website was designed to provide simpler navigation and improved access to insurance information and digital services. Company officials said the platform forms part of broader efforts to integrate technology more closely into customer service and operational processes. Genikes Insurance added that it remains focused on strengthening long-term customer relationships while continuing investments in digital capabilities and service development.

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