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Pakistan’s first locally produced four-wheeled electric vehicle (EV) is set to hit the market in December. The development came to light on Saturday during a meeting held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif regarding the use of EVs.

As per a government statement, it was told during the meeting that since 2022, 49 licenses have been issued for the local production of two and three-wheeled EVs, with 25 factories having already started manufacturing these vehicles.

“The first license for the domestic production of four-wheeled electric vehicles was issued in September 2024, and the first electric car will hit the market in December this year,” read the statement.

EVs have emerged as a growing sector in Pakistan with significant potential to transform the country’s automotive landscape.

On Tuesday, Dewan Farooque Motors Limited (DFML) informed its stakeholders that it had commenced production of EVs at its assembly plant after receiving approval from the Engineering Development Board (EDB).

Also last month, Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD announced its entry into Pakistan, making the South Asian nation of nearly 250 million people one of its newest markets.

Meanwhile, during the meeting, PM Shehbaz directed the relevant authorities to present a comprehensive financial model for EVs.

EVs not only save valuable foreign exchange in terms of petrol and diesel consumption, but these vehicles will also be environmentally friendly, he noted.

PM also directed to finalize the Electric Vehicles policy by November and called for improvement in licensing regulations related to EV manufacturing in Pakistan, read the statement.

“Necessary deliberation should be held with all provinces, federal agencies and stakeholders regarding the EV policy,” PM was quoted.

On the model of the government’s laptop scheme, E-motor bikes will be distributed to the high-performing students of government schools, it was learnt.

The PM also directed the Capital Development Authority to prepare a comprehensive plan for the electrification of public transport in Islamabad.

Authorities also decided to set up recharge stations for electric vehicles on a priority basis along motorways, GT Road (National Highway), N-65 and N-70.

Earlier, it was reported that standards for EV charging stations had been drafted by the power ministry, with the government considering offering them affordable electricity.

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test Sep 14, 2024 04:33pm
For the electric vehicle to contribute to environment we need to produce clean energy from solar, wind, hydroporojects. EVs economically good if betteries, chargers, motors. auto components made local
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T Sep 14, 2024 04:53pm
Disasters coming soon..
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Maqbool Sep 14, 2024 08:13pm
Has the Hon PM taken into consideration the cost of battery replacements of EVs. Are EV covered under the existing Auto policy of charging prices where only the sky is the limit , with GOP support ?
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Fatimah Sep 15, 2024 01:05am
You mean assembled.
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Ammar Sep 15, 2024 01:45am
A competition is the solution to overpricing, for that competitive commission needs to be strengthened and made independent. Even with dirtiest electricity generation, EVs are less polluting than gas.
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Waqar Zafar Sep 15, 2024 09:16am
Good morning
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Mian Shahid Hamid Sep 15, 2024 10:14am
Their is dire need to include the power sectors how they will manage the power distribution.What would be the future load and how to upgrade the transmission lines. Most of the projects start in haste
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Aam Aadmi Sep 15, 2024 12:08pm
Not locally 'produced' but locally 'assembled' EV. Whatever the brand, based on my past experience, I can confidently assume that it will be as low quality as other locally assembled products here.
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Afzaal ahmed Sep 15, 2024 12:30pm
That decision is very helpful and good for Pakistan in auto industry.Its give more opportunities to people buys cars and makes employment also.makes Price reasonable to buy people easily than sale
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Arshad Khan Sep 15, 2024 01:41pm
Pehlay Bijli tau un-interrupted supply kerein phir aesee gaari promote kerein! Yahan Bijli hae nahein din mein kaee ghantay maintenance K naam per Bijli ghaeb hotee hae electric car chalaeingae!
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Waheed ud din Sep 15, 2024 05:55pm
Very strange that first locally built EV vehicle will be on road by December this year. Please be sincear in your claim. Don't fool nation by bringing components in parts and welding and bolting them
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Ali Hassan Sep 16, 2024 05:46am
This news surprised me that Pakistan producing EVs locally.PM did the good decision for which Pakistan really needed . Pakistan was agricultural country but now it's should be industrial. Appreciate
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Subhan Sep 16, 2024 08:21am
Cant see any details about a production unit promising a December Date
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Lal menon Sep 16, 2024 07:34pm
@Aam Aadmi, Eat the Cake. Not check who is the cook.
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Lal menon Sep 16, 2024 07:36pm
All chinese products for pakistan
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Arsalan Sep 18, 2024 07:06am
All these opportunities are for the elite. Nothing for middle class. they r in the country to pay taxes n indirect taxes only. What a shame!
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Shakeel Aftab Oct 05, 2024 03:39pm
It's a wonderful plan to save the the fuel cost in Country.I have two canals land in Sialkot and interested to install the EV Recharge in Sialkot.Can you share the further details.
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