Sazgar Engineering, Pakistan approves PKR 22 billion paint shop, land purchase and PHEV rollout On March 28, Sazgar Engineering Works approved a PKR 22 billion expansion to set up a fully automatic paint shop at its four-wheeler plant, which, upon completion, will raise total installed car assembly capacity to 54,000 units per annum on a single-shift basis. The company has also approved land purchases totalling approximately PKR 5.1 billion- PKR ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Lucky Motor Corporation, Pakistan signs exclusive partnership with GAC Group, China On March 30, Lucky Motor Corporation (LMC) signed an exclusive partnership with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC Group) to introduce GAC's NEV brands Aion and Hyptec in Pakistan. The deal covers GAC's full NEV portfolio, including vehicles built on its proprietary Magazine Battery 2.0 platform, which uses LFP, NMC, and next-generation solid-state battery technology...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Nora EV micro car launches in Pakistan with three variants On March 12, NORA micro‑EV formally announced prices and opened bookings for the four‑seat Nora EV, an L7e‑class quadricycle offered in three variants, i.e., Eco, Eco+, and EcoX, priced between PKR 1,899,999 and PKR 2,299,999. The compact hatchback-style EV uses a 3,000 W electric motor with a top speed of about 65 km/h and, depending on battery and variant, offers a claimed pure‑...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

Sazgar Engineering, Pakistan to buy commercial land in Lahore CBD On March 9, Sazgar Engineering Works Limited announced that it intends to purchase a commercial plot measuring 5.07 kanals, valued at PKR 1.470 billion, in the Central Business District (CBD) of Lahore. It mentioned that its Chief Executive has been authorised to negotiate and finalise terms and complete all legal formalities related to the proposed land acquisition. Based on Sazga...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

MG Motor Pakistan, SAIC Motor to invest USD 20 million in Lahore plant expansion On March 9, multiple sources reported that MG Motor Pakistan, backed by China’s SAIC Motor, has announced a USD 20 million investment to expand its vehicle manufacturing plant in Lahore. The expansion at the MG facility is aimed at increasing production capacity, introducing more advanced automotive technologies, and supporting the launch of additional models for ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

Hyundai Pakistan launches locally assembled Palisade hybrid SUV On February 23, Hyundai Pakistan launched the locally assembled Palisade three row hybrid SUV, with prices starting at PKR 20,999,000 for the 8 seater Smart variant and PKR 22,999,000 for the 7 seater Calligraphy trim. The bookings have opened nationwide from February 24, and customer deliveries are scheduled to begin in August 2026.The Pakistan‑spec Palisade comes with a Smartstre...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

loyment in multiple countries. Expecting demand from existing Class 1 moped users as well as new customers, the company aims for annual sales of 2,200 units. The ICON e: uses a detachable battery rather than a swappable one. The new Class 1 moped has already been released in Indonesia, Vietnam, and Pakistan. Honda has reduced the price of the new model by adopting parts made in China in addition to utilizing economies of scale. Through these cost...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/20

first time in four years, falling for the first time in four years due to parts supply shortages. Its sales both in and outside Japan increased. Suzuki’s sales in Japan increased by 1.0% y/y to 728,952 units. It recorded robust sales in India, thanks to reduced GST rates, as well as in Africa and Pakistan. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on January 29, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

Master Changan Motors, Pakistan launches Deepal S05 REEV SUV On January 26, 2026, Master Changan Motors announced that Pakistan's first locally assembled Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) SUV, the Deepal S05, had entered the delivery phase at an introductory price of PKR 9,999,000. MCML completed production setup at its Karachi facility in under 90 days using advanced robotics and precision manufacturing. The Deepal S05 features a permanent ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

Sazgar Engineering Works, Pakistan to commence bookings of TANK-500 SUV On January 20, 2026, Sazgar Engineering Works Limited announced that it will commence bookings of CKD models of the TANK-500 Hi4-T 4X4 2.0L Turbo AT PHEV and HEV starting January 26, 2026. It mentioned that the prices and booking details will be announced through electronic and social media. Based on Sazgar Engineering Works stock exchange notification...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

Chawla Green Motors launches Dongfeng VIGO electric SUV in Pakistan On January 15, 2026, Chawla Green Motors launched the Dongfeng VIGO compact electric SUV in Pakistan with two variants priced at PKR 6.99 million for the E1 and PKR 7.5 million for the E2, with bookings open nationwide and deliveries scheduled from the second week of February 2026. The five-seat, five-door, front‑wheel‑drive SUV is built on an LFP battery platform with two op...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/16

JAECOO launches J5 hybrid SUV in Pakistan at PKR 6.699 million On January 12, 2026, JAECOO officially launched the J5 HEV, a hybrid SUV, in Pakistan. The J5 Comfort variant is priced at PKR 6.699 million, while the J5 Premium variant is priced at PKR 7.699 million. The JAECOO J5 HEV is powered by a fifth-generation 1.5TGDI DHE (dedicated hybrid engine) paired with an intelligent electric motor, delivering a comprehensive system power of 221 HP an...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Gugo Motors Pakistan announces pricing for XPeng G6 electric SUV and X9 electric MPV On December 30, XPeng announced pricing for its G6 midsize electric SUV and X9 three‑row electric MPV in Pakistan through local partner Gugo Motors, with bookings open and initial deliveries expected to start in early 2026. The G6 is offered in three variants – Standard Range RWD at PKR 14.5 million, Long Range RWD at PKR 15.5 million and AWD Performance at P...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

MG Pakistan launches Binguo EV compact all electric hatchback On December 11, 2025, multiple sources reported that MG Pakistan has unveiled the MG Binguo EV compact all‑electric hatchback for PKR 5,999 thousand. The Binguo EV is a locally branded version of the Wuling Binguo from SAIC Motor’s portfolio. It is powered by a 31.9 kWh lithium ferro‑phosphate battery mated to an electric motor rated at roughly 67 hp and 150 Nm. The MG Binguo EV ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/11

Ghandhara Industries, Pakistan, to assemble Zhongtong Bus On November 28, Ghandhara Industries Limited announced a strategic partnership with Zhongtong Bus Holding co. Limited (Zhongtong) to distribute luxury buses in the Pakistani market. Ghandhara Industries will also set up a new bus manufacturing line for the assembly of Zhongtong's buses. This new assembly line will be in addition to its existing bus body fabrication facility, enabling the C...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

NORA Micro EV debuts in Pakistan as four-seat urban city car On November 29, multiple sources reported that NORA, a new micro-EV brand, introduced the NORA EV in Pakistan, a small four-seat, quadricycle-style electric car aimed at short urban trips and use in dense traffic. The vehicle uses a battery of about 9.36 kWh with a stated range of roughly 120 km per charge, a 4.7 hp motor, and AC home charging in around 6–8 hours. It includes basic eq...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Alektra Metro EV debuts in Pakistan On November 27, multiple sources reported that a new EV brand Alektra, has launched its Metro electric vehicles in Pakistan, introducing compact 2‑door and 4‑door city cars priced between roughly PKR 1.095 million and PKR 1.395 million. The Metro qualifies as a small quadricycle‑type vehicle. The Metro range is offered with three lithium‑ion battery options, i.e., 7.2 kWh, 10.8 kWh, and 12.96 kWh, and d...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

Master Changan evaluates AVATR 11 EV for local launch in Pakistan On November 26, 2025, multiple reports indicated that Changan Automobile is preparing to introduce the AVATR 11, a Huawei‑integrated premium electric SUV, as its next electric vehicle for the Pakistani market. AVATR is a high‑end sub‑brand jointly created by Changan, Huawei, and CATL. The AVATR 11 reportedly uses a 116.8 kWh battery pack, with a quoted WLTP driving range of a...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

Automakers unveil new electric and hybrid models at PAPS 2025 in Karachi, Pakistan On November 14, at the Pakistan Auto Show (PAPS) 2025 in Karachi, automakers unveiled a lineup of new vehicles. MG Motors presented the Binguo, a compact electric hatchback designed for city commuting, featuring a modern digital dashboard and a driving range exceeding 300 km. Great Wall Motors, under its Haval brand, debuted the H6 plug-in hybrid SUV and the premiu...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

Pakistan Auto Show 2025 (PAPS) opens with major debuts across hybrid, electric, and commercial vehicles On November 13, the Pakistan Auto Show 2025 in Karachi hosted several new vehicle launches from automakers. Suzuki Pakistan introduced the Fronx XUV, its first locally assembled hybrid SUV for the domestic market. The Fronx combines Suzuki’s 1.5L K-Series gasoline hybrid engine, six airbags, ABS with ESP, and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainmen...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17