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BYD Targets December Start for Vehicle Assembly in Pakistan
HUBCO says the Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid is set to lead production at a planned plant near Karachi, with capacity initially projected at about 25,000 vehicles a year.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-11-03
Chery Q vs Suzuki Swift: How the Five-Year Cost Comparison Adds Up
A Pakistan-focused estimate finds the electric Chery Q could offset its higher purchase price through lower energy bills, but the result depends on charging costs and excludes several ownership expenses.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-11-03
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV AWD Returns 13.5 km/L in Pakistan Highway Test
A 500 km Lahore–Kallar Kahar round trip tested the seven-seat plug-in hybrid’s efficiency, motorway manners and driver-assistance systems.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-11-02
Chinese Cars in Pakistan This Week: iCAUR V27 Lands, Jaecoo J5 BEV Assembled Locally
The first iCAUR V27 batch arrived, Jaecoo revealed a CKD electric J5, and a $2.25 billion battery plant awaits policy approval.
ZhongAuto (Pakistan) · 2026-11-01
First iCAUR V27 Batch Reaches Pakistan Ahead of Deliveries
Around 90 SUVs are reported to have arrived in the first shipment. Dealer arrivals and customer handovers are expected soon, in line with NexGen Auto’s earlier schedule.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-29
Pakistan’s NCCIA Adds BYD Atto 2 SUVs to Its Official Fleet
The agency confirmed the electric crossover’s induction for operational use but did not disclose the number of vehicles or their cost.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-28
Pakistan Plans $2.25 Billion Lithium-Ion Battery Plant with Chinese Partners
The proposed Rawalpindi facility could begin production six to eight months after policy approval, but its impact on EV prices will depend on scale and costs.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-28
Deepal S05 and Geely Starray EM-R Compared: Range vs. Practicality
The Pakistan-spec Deepal S05 has the larger battery and longer claimed electric range, while the Thai-spec Geely Starray EM-R Max offers more cargo space. Geely’s Pakistan specifications and price have not been confirmed.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-26
Pakistan Reveals Locally Assembled Jaecoo J5 BEV
The Premium Plus electric crossover is shown in CKD form, with a 58.9 kWh battery and no price announced.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-26
Geely EX5 vs BYD Atto 3: A Pakistan-Market EV Comparison
The Thai-spec EX5 leads on battery capacity and several equipment measures, while the Atto 3 has confirmed Pakistani-market specifications and warranty details. Geely has yet to announce the EX5’s local price or final configuration.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-26
Chinese cars in Pakistan this week: Geely launches with Bestway, BYD's local plant nears start-up
Geely debuted in Islamabad with three planned models and a Karachi assembly plant, HUBCO says its BYD plant is on schedule, and Chery cut a plug-in hybrid price as sales tax on PHEVs rose.
ZhongAuto (Pakistan) · 2026-10-25
Geely EX2 vs Chery Q: Comparing Two Electric Hatchbacks in Pakistan
The Chery Q is on sale for Rs 5,554,000, while Geely has shown the EX2 in Pakistan but has not yet announced its local price or specifications. The comparison uses Thailand’s top-spec EX2.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-25
Geely Launches in Pakistan with Three Models Planned
Bestway Automotive introduced Geely in Islamabad on October 24, announcing the EX2, EX5 and Starray EM-R, alongside plans for local assembly and an initial dealership network.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-24
Geely’s Pakistan Debut May Preview Three Electrified Models
The Islamabad brand event could feature the EX2 and EX5 EVs, alongside a Starray range-extender hybrid; Geely has not confirmed the lineup.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-24
Geely Pakistan Debut Set for October 24, With Key Details Still to Come
The promoted announcement points to Bestway Group bringing Geely to Pakistan, but does not yet identify local models, prices or ownership terms.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-23