ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) has once again raised alarms over the continued commercial import of used cars, warning that the practice threatens the very survival of Pakistan’s local auto parts industry.
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SAPM urges strict safety standards for all vehicles in Pakistan
Islamabad, August 1, 2025 – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, has called for urgent and comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and quality of vehicles across Pakistan.
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MG Motors advocates cost reforms to benefit car buyers
Lahore, July 12, 2025 – As Pakistan rolls out its much-anticipated New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, MG Motors has stepped forward with a bold appeal to the automotive sector: re-evaluate current pricing structures to pass real benefits on to the consumer.
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FBR Updates Valuation Criteria for Sales Tax on Used Vehicles
Karachi, February 11, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has revised the valuation method for used vehicles concerning the calculation of sales tax.
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Pakistan Records 15% Surge in Car Imports During 1HFY25
Karachi, January 26, 2025 – Pakistan has witnessed a significant 15% increase in car imports during the first half (July–December) of the fiscal year 2024-25, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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FBR Amends Rules for Temporary Import of Vehicles
Karachi, December 2, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced significant amendments to the rules governing the temporary import of vehicles by tourists into Pakistan. These changes, formalized through SRO 1965(I)/2024 on November 27, 2024, modify Rule 77 of the Customs Rules, 2001, with stricter conditions and streamlined processes.
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Islamabad Implements New Vehicle Registration Rules
Islamabad, August 9, 2024 – The Excise & Taxation (E&T) department of Islamabad has introduced significant changes to vehicle registration and number plate regulations, imposing new fees and penalties for non-compliance. These updates are expected to impact a large number of vehicle owners in the Federal Capital.
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Import of Motor Cars into Pakistan Surges 420% in May 2024
The import of motor cars into Pakistan witnessed an extraordinary surge of 420% year on year (YoY) in May 2024, according to official data released recently.
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Budget 2024-25: Potential Changes for Motor Vehicles
PkRevenue.com – Pakistan’s upcoming budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year may bring revisions to duty and tax structures for motor vehicles, according to analysts at Insight Research.
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Sindh May Deny Unregistered Vehicles Access to Roads
Sindh Provincial Minister Sharjeel Memon, has announced plans to deny unregistered vehicles access to the province’s roads.
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