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Zubair Hashmi

Brig. Muhammad Zubair Hashmi (r), after retirement from Pakistan Army in 2008, joined a multinational company involved in water front resort development as MD. Based in Islamabad, he has keen interest in automobiles, and worked a lot in introducing hybrid cars in the country. His first on hybrid cars was published on Pakwheels in 2013 and was keenly read by enthusiasts. He contributes regularly to Pakwheels Blog.

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Toyota Harrier Hybrid: An Option Worth Considering In A Budget

Zubair Hashmi Mar 30, 2016 348 3

SUVs, crossovers and 4WD vehicles have become a way of life and are here to stay. Automobile producers around the world are manufacturing SUVs and crossovers fitting in every budget and size. The introduction…

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Toyota Camry Hybrid – An Affordable Executive Saloon

Zubair Hashmi Aug 17, 2015 255 13

Finding a suitable executive saloon in Pakistan is a nightmare for customers in this niche market segment. The main reason is that in Pakistan, cars are categorized in terms of engine capacity and not the size…

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Toyota Prado Diesel Is A 12.5 KMPL Churning Rugged 4×4

Zubair Hashmi Aug 4, 2015 205 5

After a lapse of 7 years, Toyota has reintroduced Prado Diesel with a smaller but more efficient 2800cc D4D turbo charged engine succeeding vulnerable 3.0 1KZ engine. The new engine has substantial hike in…

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Nissan Latio a.k.a Sunny Is An Affordable Substitute Under Rs 1.6 Million Rupees

Zubair Hashmi Jun 8, 2015 271 8

Hybrid cars though are getting popular in the country due to their fuel efficiency but most of them are hatchbacks in Pakistan as most people look for a sedan for a family car. Due to various custom duty…

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Making A Case For Start-Stop Cars In Pakistan

Zubair Hashmi May 5, 2015 48 4

Energy conservation is government’s top most priority due to prevalent energy scarcity. In the federal budget for year 2013, the Minister of Finance took a bold step by giving relief in custom duties on the…

Cars in Pakistan

Buying An SUV/4×4/Jeep In Pakistan: What You Can And Should Get Here

Zubair Hashmi Feb 25, 2015 1,174 9

Driving a 4WD vehicle used to be pride of soldiers only. As young military officers, we were always fascinated with the idea of driving open top jeeps in deserts and fields during training exercises. Later in…

Cars in Pakistan

You Can Buy A 2013 Toyota Axio Hybrid For The Price Of The Toyota Corolla Altis Grande

Zubair Hashmi Feb 6, 2015 375 17

Since the launch and success of Toyota Prius some 25 years ago, hybrid cars have become a way of life all over the world. Even prestigious German brands have been forced to launch hybrid models due to their…

Opinions

Motorway Link for Eastern Rawalpindi – A suggestion to solve the traffic problem

Zubair Hashmi Dec 15, 2014 169 4

Reaching M2 Motorway Toll Plaza for residents of Eastern Rawalpindi (DHA, Bahria, PWD, Adiala Road, etc.) is a nightmare. Under normal circumstances, it takes 45 to 50 minutes to reach the motorway. During rush…

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Honda Fit: The best option for buyers in budget of 1.5 to 1.7 million rupees

Zubair Hashmi May 21, 2014 111 9

Hybrid cars are getting popular in the country due to their fuel efficiency, low emissions, and government policy where imported these cars are given 50 percent additional rebate in custom duties. The popular…

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In-depth analysis: Hybrid car tech can save Pakistan from energy crisis

Zubair Hashmi Feb 11, 2014 80 23

The country these days is facing a serious energy crisis. The imported and local oil is mostly consumed in firing fossil fueled IPPs (Independent Power Producer) and transport sector. A solution was found in…

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Zubair Hashmi

Toyota Harrier Hybrid: An Option Worth Considering In A Budget

Toyota Camry Hybrid – An Affordable Executive Saloon

Toyota Prado Diesel Is A 12.5 KMPL Churning Rugged 4×4

Nissan Latio a.k.a Sunny Is An Affordable Substitute Under Rs 1.6 Million Rupees

Making A Case For Start-Stop Cars In Pakistan

Buying An SUV/4×4/Jeep In Pakistan: What You Can And Should Get Here

You Can Buy A 2013 Toyota Axio Hybrid For The Price Of The Toyota Corolla Altis Grande

Motorway Link for Eastern Rawalpindi – A suggestion to solve the traffic problem

Honda Fit: The best option for buyers in budget of 1.5 to 1.7 million rupees

In-depth analysis: Hybrid car tech can save Pakistan from energy crisis

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