Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is set to roll out its first locally assembled car in Pakistan by July or August 2026. The move is part of the company’s plan to meet growing demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the region.
BYD, the world’s top EV maker, is building a plant near Karachi. The facility is a joint venture with Mega Motor Company, a subsidiary of Pakistan’s Hub Power Company. The plant began construction in April 2024.
According to Danish Khaliq, Vice President of Sales and Strategy at BYD Pakistan, the facility will initially produce 25,000 vehicles annually in two shifts. These units will be assembled using imported parts, while some non-electric components will be produced locally.
The first batch of vehicles will be aimed at the domestic market. However, there are plans to export to other right-hand-drive countries, depending on business conditions and shipping costs.
BYD started delivering imported EVs in Pakistan in March 2024. Although exact figures were not disclosed, Khaliq said sales exceeded expectations by 30%. He predicted that the EV and plug-in hybrid market in Pakistan could grow up to four times in 2025. BYD aims to capture a 30–35% market share.
In a recent financial filing, the company reported a profit of Rs444 million ($1.56 million) in the first quarter of 2025.
On July 26, BYD will launch its Shark 6 plug-in hybrid pickup truck in Pakistan. Competitors like MG and Haval are also entering the growing segment.
Plug-in hybrids are seen as a better option in Pakistan due to the limited availability of EV charging stations. The government recently reduced electricity rates for chargers by 45% to encourage EV adoption.
This development marks a major step in expanding clean transport options in Pakistan.
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