Project overview
The study also evaluates the impact of government trade policies aimed at reducing the importation of older vehicles, including environmental levies and age restrictions introduced to improve road safety and reduce vehicle emissions. Using structural economic models, the research combines Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) administrative data, vehicle import records, secondary market prices, online vehicle sales data, and surveys of spare parts dealers and mechanics to better understand vehicle demand, spare parts supply chains, and the broader functioning of Uganda's automotive market.
Research impact
The study provides important evidence on how trade policies, market frictions, and spare parts availability influence vehicle demand, market competition, and environmental outcomes in Uganda. Its findings inform transport policy, trade regulation, and domestic revenue policy while contributing to broader efforts to improve market efficiency, promote cleaner vehicle fleets, and strengthen the performance of Uganda's automotive sector.
