The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) has urged the government to stop the use of unsafe and outdated battery technologies in electric vehicles (EVs). PAMA warned that continued subsidies on poor-quality batteries could hurt consumer trust and stall the country’s environmental goals. They stressed that government funds should only support proven and safe battery technologies. […]
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Shehbaz powers up Pakistan with EV drive
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed officials to develop a comprehensive national strategy to make electric vehicles (EVs) widely accessible, particularly to students, unemployed individuals, and low-income groups. Chairing a policy meeting in Islamabad, he emphasized that promoting EVs would reduce Pakistan’s fuel import bill by billions, help tackle climate change, and drive […]
Pakistan to roll out national electric vehicle policy, targets 30% EVs by 2030
The federal government is poised to approve Pakistan’s much-awaited National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy next week. The draft policy, which has undergone consultations with a range of stakeholders, is now awaiting final approval from the prime minister before being sent to the federal cabinet for endorsement and implementation. The Ministry of Industries has drafted the […]
Textile giant Bilal fibres ventures into IT and EV industry
Bilal Fibres Limited, a listed textile manufacturer in Pakistan, has announced a major step toward diversification by launching a new division focused on IT, Health Tech, and Electric Vehicles (EVs). This decision follows the ongoing suspension of its core textile operations, though the company affirms that textiles will remain its primary business. In a notice […]
Pakistan to launch largest fast-charging network for electric vehicles
Pakistan is set to launch its largest fast-charging network for electric vehicles (EVs). This initiative is a joint effort between BYD Pakistan and HUBCO Green (Private) Limited. The project aims to install 128 DC fast chargers across the country over the next three years, with 50 chargers expected to be operational by December 2025. The […]
Government increases vehicle transfer fees, including for electric cars
The federal government of Pakistan has raised vehicle transfer fees, which now include electric vehicles (EVs). This change takes effect immediately, impacting both traditional cars and EVs. The new fee structure was announced by the Ministry of Finance. For traditional vehicles, the fees have significantly increased. For cars up to 1000cc, the fee rises from […]