EV & Hybrid
PHEV GST Cut to 9%: What It Could Mean for PHEV Prices in Pakistan
Pakistan's draft Auto Policy 2026-31 proposes cutting GST on plug-in hybrids from 18% to 9%. We estimate savings of about Rs7.25 lakh to Rs17 lakh on 10...
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EV & Hybrid
China Agrees to Cut Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid Exports to the EU After Taking 25% of Europe's PHEV Market
China has agreed to curb hybrid and plug-in hybrid exports to the EU after Chinese brands took 25% of Europe's PHEV market in H1 2026, up from 2%.
Auto Industry
Saudi Arabia Recalls 2,987 Jeep Grand Cherokees Over Side Airbag Software Fault: How to Check Your VIN
Saudi Arabia has recalled 2,987 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs from 2023 and 2024 over a side airbag software fault. The fix is free.
Auto Industry
PAMA Seeks Suspension of EDB Used-Vehicle Import Rules as Imports Jump to 2,276 in September
PAMA wants the EDB's 30 September used-vehicle import notice suspended. Commercial imports rose from 48 units in May to 2,276 in September.
Auto Industry
Pakistan Goods Transporters Warned of Protest Over Fuel Costs
Goods transport representatives warned of protest action in September 2026, citing repeated petrol and diesel increases and unresolved commitments.
Auto Industry
Pakistan Auto Policy Draft: PHEV Tax Relief Rumour
Reported draft language points to possible PHEV tax relief in Pakistan, but buyers should wait for final published law before expecting lower prices.
Auto Industry
Pak Suzuki Starts Exporting Japanese-Spec Mini Vehicles to Brunei
Pak Suzuki has begun exporting Japanese-spec 660cc mini vehicles to Brunei, marking a notable new direction for Pakistan’s automotive export story.
Auto Industry
PAAPAM Seeks PM Intervention Over New Auto Policy Delay
PAAPAM asked the Prime Minister to address delays and tariff concerns around Pakistan’s new auto policy. The final policy, not stakeholder proposals, sets the rules.
Auto Industry
Sindh Approves Vehicle Registration and Mandatory Insurance Reforms
Sindh approved reforms involving vehicle registration and mandatory insurance. Effective dates, procedures and enforcement depend on final notifications.
Auto Industry
Pakistan Auto Industry Seeks PM Review of Proposed CBU Tariff Cuts
Industry representatives sought Prime Ministerial involvement over proposed tariff cuts on completely built vehicles. Proposals are not active rates until notified.
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