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A deep dive into Pakistan's draft Auto Policy (AIDEP 2026-31). Discover the 80% localization debate, new used-car import rules, and the EV tax dilemma.

Global oil prices have dropped to a three-month low, raising an obvious question for Pakistani drivers: will petrol and diesel prices fall at Pakistan’s pumps too? The answer is not simple. Brent crude…

Budget 2026-27 proposals reveal a massive shift in electric vehicle taxation in Pakistan. Will imported luxury EVs like BMW iX face a 25% sales tax?

Expert analysis on Budget 2026-27 & Auto Policy 2026-31. Discover why PAAPAM warns of a sector collapse over SRO 693 loopholes and IMF tax hikes.

In the world of automotive engineering, physics always wins. For the last decade, the global car market has been obsessed with SUVs, essentially heavy, high-riding bricks that fight the wind.  But as…

Kia Tasman and Hyundai Santa Cruz are eyeing the pickup market. Can they challenge Toyota Hilux Revo's dominance in Pakistan? Specs, price, and expert analysis.

PM Shehbaz Sharif urges a shift to EVs, but with only 30 charging stations in Pakistan, is it practical? Compare EV vs Petrol costs and the infrastructure gap.

Despite stable supply, 12,000 petrol pumps face reporting failures in Pakistan. Learn about the FIA crackdown on hoarding and how to claim your bike fuel subsidy.

Petrol is at Rs. 458/L, but is it time to buy an EV? Analyze monthly savings vs resale risks and why a PHEV might be a better choice for Pakistani drivers in 2026.

Global oil markets are on edge again as tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz raise fresh risks for shipping and supply.  The Strait is one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints: the U.S.…

Kia Telluride Hybrid 2027 vs Hyundai Palisade Hybrid. A detailed comparison of specs, 329 hp performance, and expected premium pricing in Pakistan.

Toyota is the world’s biggest automaker, and it is still refusing to chant the industry mantra of “everything must be all-electric, everywhere, right now.”  In 2025, Toyota sold 11.3 million vehicles…

Pakistan in 2026 is doing that classic thing where physics is strict, laws are slow, and traffic is… enthusiastic. The result is simple: child car seats are not nationally mandated, but they are absolutely…

China has undeniably emerged as a global powerhouse in the automotive industry, particularly in electric vehicles (EVs). With unmatched production scale, rapid innovation cycles, and leadership in battery…

Honda Pakistan has generated excitement with a new teaser featuring a close-up of the front grill, prominently displaying the red RS logo of the Honda Civic. This points to a sporty new addition to the Civic…