In a significant regulatory change, Turkey has abolished the previous 15-day validity period for traffic insurance in the sale of second-hand vehicles. This new policy mandates that prospective buyers must now obtain a valid traffic insurance policy before completing the vehicle registration process at a notary. The initiative aims to curb the unauthorized use of uninsured cars in traffic and to protect former vehicle owners from unfair situations when transferring ownership. The Turkish Insurance Association emphasizes that buyers should visit their insurance agency to secure a traffic policy prior to registering their vehicle at the notary’s office.