BYD Electric Vehicles Arrive in Pakistan, Marking Milestone for Green Transportation
First commercial shipment of BYD electric vehicles at Karachi Port Trust (KPT)
Pakistan’s automotive sector has reached a turning point with the arrival of the first commercial shipment of BYD electric vehicles at Karachi Port Trust (KPT). The vehicles were processed at the Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT), a private facility within KPT, signaling a significant step towards cleaner transportation alternatives in the country. This shipment marks a key milestone in the adoption of electric vehicles in Pakistan.
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The introduction of BYD EVs follows the official entry of the Chinese automaker into the Pakistani market in August 2024. The launch event in Lahore, attended by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, highlighted the importance of BYD’s arrival in Pakistan’s pursuit of sustainable transportation. This move positions BYD alongside other Chinese automotive companies, including Great Wall Motor, SAIC Motor, and Chongqing Changan Automobile, which have entered the Pakistani market in recent years, competing with established Japanese brands.
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The importation of BYD vehicles is a result of a partnership between Mega Motor Company (Private) Limited, a subsidiary of The Hub Power Company Limited (HUBCO), and BYD Auto Industry Company Limited. The agreement, finalized in October 2024, grants Mega Motor the rights to produce, market, distribute, and sell BYD passenger vehicles in Pakistan. BYD, a global leader in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of electric mobility in Pakistan. The successful handling of this initial shipment at KPT is a positive indicator for future EV imports and the development of a greener transportation sector in the country.
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