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New Number Plate Policy for Electric Vehicles Introduced in Punjab

June 19, 2025 by Nimra Sohail

To encourage eco-friendly transportation, the Punjab government has introduced special green number plates for electric vehicles (EVs). These plates will replace the regular ones, and all EV owners must now use the green plates on their vehicles. Additional DG Ahmad Saeed said the purpose of the green plates is to clearly separate electric vehicles from … Read more

NEPRA fixes electric vehicles charging tariff at Rs 23.57 unit

April 16, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has fixed basic tariff of electric vehicle charging stations Rs 23.57 per unit as the federal government’s request has been approved.

NEPRA has issued a decision to reduce the tariff and has fixed a Rs 23.5 unit of charging stations of electric vehicles. The tariff has been reduced from Rs 45.55 to Rs 23.57 per unit.

NEPRA’s decision states that the basic tariffs of electric charging stations of vehicles have been reduced by Rs 21.98 per unit.

Meanwhile a request to remove capped margin of Rs 24.44 on vehicle charging stations also approved.

NEPRA said in its decision that according to the government request, the margin has been set aside the market.

It is to be noted here that the federal government had submitted a request to NEPRA for reduction in tariff of charging stations.

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President Erdogan gifts Turkish electric vehicles to PM, President

February 14, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan has gifted Turkish electric vehicles Togg to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari.

While thanking the president for the thoughtful gesture, the prime minister lauded the strides made by the Turkish automotive industry and looked forward to collaboration amongst Pakistani and Turkish automotive companies in future.

Later, the Prime Minister and First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari also drove their respective electric cars along with President Erdogan.

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Pakistan aims to shift 30% of vehicles to electric by 2030

February 2, 2025 by Rao Abdullah

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has announced plans to transition at least 30% of its vehicles to electric power by 2030, with significant government support to develop the necessary infrastructure. To promote the electric vehicle (EV) industry, the country is implementing new regulations for the first time, facilitating the establishment of EV charging stations with the backing of … Read more

PM Shehbaz directs finalization of E-Vehicles policy by Nov

September 14, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif instructed relevant authorities to formulate a detailed financial framework for electric vehicles by November this year and streamline licensing regulations for their manufacture in Pakistan.

Chairing a meeting in Islamabad, the prime minister instructed that essential consultations be held with the Finance ministry, the State Bank of Pakistan, all provinces, federal units, and relevant stakeholders concerning the electric vehicles policy.

Shehbaz Sharif emphasized, “The government is prioritizing the promotion of electric vehicles in the country.”

He highlighted, “These vehicles will not only conserve valuable foreign exchange by reducing imports of petrol and diesel but also offer environmental benefits.”

The prime minister announced plans to distribute e-motorbikes to exceptional students from government schools, following a model similar to the laptop scheme.

He stated that, moving forward, all federal government institutions would exclusively purchase electric motorbikes to conserve national resources.

He had instructed that directives be issued to all federal ministries accordingly.

Additionally, he directed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to develop a detailed plan for implementing electrified public transport in Islamabad.

During the briefing, it was reported that, since 2022, 49 licenses had been issued for the local production of two-and three-wheeled electric vehicles, with 25 factories were already operational.

The forum was informed that the first license for the domestic production of four-wheeled electric vehicles was issued in September this year, and the first locally manufactured electric car is expected to be available in the market by December.

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Punjab Govt announces to distribute 26,000 electric vehicles

January 10, 2024January 10, 2024 by Abid Khan

LAHORE: Caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi in announcing the distribution of 26,000 electric motorbikes and rickshaws to the public on interest-free basis.

He made this announcement at a special ceremony organized by the Punjab Transport Department in Lahore, where the chief minister also inaugurated the Qingqi Rickshaw Registration Program across Punjab.

The Chief Minister presented the first license for electric rickshaw manufacturing to the CEO of Sazgar Company, marking the formal commencement of the electric rickshaw industry in Punjab.

At the event, he disclosed plans to provide 10,000 electric bikes to students, facilitated by the Bank of Punjab, while another 10,000 electric rickshaws would be supported by Punjab Bank. Notably, 2,000 electric three-wheeler bikes will be granted to special individuals free of interest.

Emphasizing environmental concerns, Mohsin Naqvi declared a ban on government-level purchases of petrol-powered motorcycles across Punjab, restricting future acquisitions to electric bikes.

He also announced the initiation of the Qingqi Rickshaw Body Standers Program, highlighting the relentless efforts of the transport department in registering Qingqi rickshaws—a task previously deemed impossible.

Talking about pollution issues in Lahore, Chief Minister Punjab stressed the need for collective action. He commended Punjab Bank for its support in the Interest-Free Electric Bikes and Electric Rickshaw Programme, particularly applauding the decision to provide interest free electric bikes to students.

In a bid to encourage the shift to electric vehicles, the chief minister emphasized the high quality of electric rickshaws and their role in combating pollution. Plans include providing 10,000 electric rickshaws free of interest and allocating 2,000 three-wheeler bikes to special individuals.

Civil secretariat employees, government and private sector women, and government employees will also receive 2,000 electric bikes each, all on a free-of-interest basis.

Anticipating a positive transformation in the environment and industry, Mohsin Naqvi expressed hope for an all-electric vehicle landscape in Pakistan’s future.

He acknowledged the challenges faced by the transport department, such as implementing axle load restrictions and driving license reforms.

The chief minister personally inspected the electric motorbikes, rickshaws, and vehicles, taking a ride in an electric rickshaw and commending its quality.

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Indus Motor Company Unveils Pakistan’s First Hybrid Electric Vehicle

December 7, 2023 by Uruba Khan

In a groundbreaking announcement, Indus Motor Company (IMC), Toyota’s local partner in Pakistan, has introduced the first-ever locally manufactured hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) in the country. The much-anticipated vehicle, the fourth-generation Toyota Corolla Cross HEV, was unveiled at IMC’s state-of-the-art plant in Karachi. The decision to produce the Corolla Cross HEV locally stems from the … Read more

Why is Mazda Adopting a Patient Stance on Electric Vehicles?

November 18, 2023 by Uruba Khan

In a strategic move reflecting cautious optimism, Mazda has announced a deliberate ‘wait and see’ approach towards the electric vehicle (EV) market. The company’s Director of Research and Development, Ichiro Hirose, outlined Mazda’s phased roadmap, emphasizing a meticulous evaluation of market dynamics, customer preferences, and emerging technologies. Phased Approach and Timeline: Mazda’s plan unfolds in … Read more

Shanghai factory revamp cut Tesla’s China sales last month

August 9, 2022 by Muhammad Sohaib Firdous

Tesla delivered 28,217 electric vehicles from its Shanghai facility in July, down from June’s 77,938.
Sales dropped 54% from the previous year.
Plant updates may enhance manufacturing by 22,000 cars per week, or 30%.

Tesla’s China-made vehicle sales fell 64% in July from a month earlier due to a plant update.

China’s vigorous promotion of electric cars has led to a dramatic decline in Tesla sales.

Tesla (TSLA) delivered 28,217 electric vehicles from its Shanghai facility in July, down from June’s 77,938. Sales dropped 54% from the previous year.

The US manufacturer has only begun recovering from a months-long lockout in Shanghai this year that affected manufacturing and suppliers. Tesla’s Chinese-made vehicle sales hit a record in June.

The CPCA didn’t explain Tesla’s July sales slump, but the US manufacturer acknowledged in its quarterly results call that its Shanghai factory had recently undergone “equipment upgrades”

In July, Tesla reportedly paused most production at its Shanghai plant to work on an upgrade that may enhance manufacturing by 22,000 cars per week, or 30%.

According to Tesla’s quarterly update last month, the Shanghai plant can produce more than 750,000 vehicles annually. After the renovation, the plant may produce more than a million EVs a year, reports say.

“With the Fremont and Shanghai facilities having their highest-ever production months, we’re focusing on a record-breaking second half of 2022,” Tesla stated.

China’s EV sales soar

BYD sold 80,991 pure electric vehicles in July, up 16 percent from June.

Retail sales of new energy vehicles — including electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids — surged 117% in July from a year ago, thanks to government incentives, a rebound in supply chains, and rising EV demand due to higher oil costs, the CPCA said Tuesday.

China has heavily subsidized the development of EVs in recent years.

China’s new energy car sales for 2022 could reach 6 million units, up from 5.5 million. This year’s number would be 70% higher.

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Volkswagen CEO predicts shorter EV delivery times this year.

July 9, 2022 by Abdul Hadi

VW CEO: Delivery times for electric vehicles will decrease over the course of the year. Volkswagen stock increased by 5% during afternoon trades in London on Thursday. Volkswagen’s emphasis on electric vehicles contrasts sharply with the “dieselgate” crisis. On Thursday, the CEO of German auto giant Volkswagen sought to allay worries about the sales of … Read more

BlackBerry revenue exceeds forecasts due to demand for cybersecurity

June 24, 2022 by Maryam nadeem

Demand for electric vehicles and connected-car technologies boosted sales of BlackBerry’s auto software. Overall revenue fell 3.4% to $168 million but topped analysts’ average estimate of $160.7 million. Net loss widened to $181 million, or 35 cents per share, from $62 million a year earlier. Canada’s BlackBerry Ltd (BB.TO), bested Wall Street gauges for first-quarter … Read more

Less than two months, Toyota recalls the first mass-produced EVs

June 24, 2022 by Maryam nadeem

Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) will recall 2,700 of its first mass-produced electric vehicles for the global market. Japan’s safety regulator said sharp turns and sudden braking could cause a hub bolt to loosen. Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) said on Thursday it would review 2,700 of its most memorable efficiently manufactured electric vehicles (EVs) for the … Read more

New Zealand to speed electric car adoption to cut emissions

May 16, 2022 by Kumail Shah

New Zealand will accelerate its adoption of electric vehicles and investigate hydrogen as an alternative energy source as it seeks to phase out fossil fuels and play its role in mitigating global warming. Announcing its first emissions reduction plan Monday (May 16) in Wellington, the government said it will initially allocate NZ$2.9 billion (S$2.54 billion) … Read more

Electric vehicle Beyond the hype

January 30, 2022 by Muhammad Zubair

KARACHI: The use of electric vehicles by countries vary worldwide, as the adoption of plug-in electric vehicles is affected by the consumer demand, market prices, availability of charging infrastructure, and government policies. The electric vehicles had already caught the interest of a large population of the developed countries and Pakistani public also awaits with excitement. … Read more

Hyundai Motor’s earnings hit record high in 2021

January 25, 2022 by Muhammad Zubair

SEOUL: Hyundai Motor, South Korea’s biggest carmaker, logged its record-high earnings last year due to strong demand for high-priced models, the company said on Tuesday. Hyundai’s revenue gained 13.1 per cent over the year to 117.61 trillion won ($98.1 billion) in 2021, topping the previous high of 105.75 trillion won ($88.2 billion) tallied in 2019. … Read more

Northvolt launches first European battery mega factory

December 29, 2021 by Muhammad Zubair

STOCKHOLM: Swedish battery group Northvolt said on Wednesday it has launched construction of a ‘gigafactory’ in Sweden, the first of its kind to be undertaken by a European company on the continent. Intended to compete with the United States’ Tesla and Asian producers of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, the factory located in Skelleftea in northern … Read more

Egypt to manufacture first electric vehicle in a year

November 15, 2021 by Gohar Ali Khan

CAIRO: In a bid to switch to clean energy, Egyptian authorities signed an agreement with a private sector company to develop a mechanism to manage the operations of electric vehicles in the country, Arab News reported. The Engineering Automotive Industry Co, a subsidiary of the Holding Company for Metallurgical Industries with Bright Skies. Minister of Public Business … Read more

Apple supplier Foxconn unveils electric vehicles

October 18, 2021 by Baseer Ahmed

TAIPEI: Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn unveiled three electric vehicles on Monday, boosting its bid to be a major player in the rapidly expanding EV market, as it seeks companies to partner with. The world’s largest contract electronics maker, Foxconn already plays a lynchpin role in assembling Apple’s iPhones, as well as gadgets for a myriad … Read more

Germany reaches 1 million electric vehicles milestone

December 11, 2021August 3, 2021 by Web Desk

BERLIN: Germany has reached its government target of having 1 million electric vehicles on the roads, local media reported on Tuesday. “With one million electric cars on German roads, we have reached a decisive milestone,” German newspaper chain Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland quoted Peter Altmaier, federal minister for economic affairs and energy, as saying. “Our transport is … Read more

Pakistan to start assembling electric vehicles this year

July 30, 2021 by Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will start local assembly of electric vehicles by the end of this year under the prime minister’s clean and green initiative, a senior official said. Addressing a consultative workshop “Scaling up electric mobility in Pakistan”, organised jointly by the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), … Read more

Pakistan, Korea sign deal to expand electric vehicles charging infrastructure

July 26, 2021 by Web Desk

KARACHI: Zi Solar Pvt Ltd, a leading renewable energy solution provider in Pakistan, has entered into an exclusive partnership with Aeonus Co Ltd, a Korean global leader in renewable energy, to expand electric vehicles charging infrastructure, a statement said on Monday. The partnership will pave the way for the deployment of state-of-the-art Korean-manufactured electric vehicles … Read more

Electric vehicles sales are surging across Europe

July 23, 2021 by Tahir Yameen

According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), which represents major automakers, battery electric vehicles more than doubled their share of new car sales in Europe in the second quarter. In the three months from April to June, all-electric vehicles accounted for 7.5 percent of new automobile sales in Europe, compared to 3.5 percent the … Read more

Electric vehicles suggested to eliminate environmental disasters

December 5, 2019December 5, 2019 by Arhama Altaf

The Lahore High Court (LHC) to hear the petition to introduce electric vehicles to eliminate environmental pollution and smog here on Thursday (today). According to the details, the LHC has issued a petition seeking the reply of the Federal Government. Lahore High Court’s designated Chief Justice Mamun Rashid Shaikh will hear the case. The court … Read more

Federal cabinet meeting discusses political, economic situation at PM’s house

November 5, 2019 by Arhama Altaf

Federal Cabinet Meeting meets under the presidency of Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday (today). The cabinet discusses the economic and political situation of the country with particular reference to the Azadi march of JUI-(F). The session took place in the Prime Minister House rather than the pre-scheduled Prime Minister’s Office. The meeting is also … Read more

Tokyo Motor Show 2019, Electric, luxurious vehicles are in spotlight

October 23, 2019 by Arhama Altaf

A fantastic and large auto show was held in the Japan’s capital, Tokyo. The show opens to the public from Friday, running till Nov 4 at Tokyo Big Sight, with more than 180 companies and organizations showcasing products and services. Electric vehicles and cars designed for short trips are in the spotlight at the Tokyo … Read more

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