News Lens | August 4, 2025 By Ahmad’s Knowledge Hub
Headline:China’s BYD to Begin EV Assembly in Pakistan by Mid‑2026
Key Fact / Statistic:
The BYD–Mega Motor plant near Karachi, under construction since April 2025, will begin assembling EVs and PHEVs by July–August 2026 with an initial output capacity of 25,000 vehicles per year (Reuters).
What It Means:
This investment supports Pakistan’s green mobility ambitions and positions the country as a nascent EV hub, backed by a 45% government subsidy on EV charger electricity and projected 3–4× growth in EV demand by 2025 (Express Tribune).
Why It Matters
BYD aims to capture 30–35% of Pakistan’s EV/PHEV segment within a year of launch.
Early profit of Rs 444 million (~US$1.56m) shows strong local momentum.
Infrastructure gaps are met with incentives like reduced power tariffs and planned charging networks, boosting market readiness.
Quick Insight
Pakistan is transitioning from importing EVs to assembling them locally—a transformative push for competitiveness and green development.
Sources
Reuters report on BYD’s Pakistan EV plant and timeline (Reuters)
Details on plant capacity, early profit figures, and strategic market share targeting (The Express Tribune)
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