By Aftab Ahmed | January 31, 2026

Rawalpindi Chief Traffic Officer Farhan Aslam has expanded driving test facilities at the Traffic Headquarters to improve efficiency and ease the process for applicants, according to a traffic police spokesperson. The spokesperson said the number of driving test tracks has been increased from one to two in response to growing public demand. Additional vehicles have…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 30, 2026

Pak Suzuki Motor Company Limited has called for a new auto policy supporting greater localisation of parts to strengthen local vendor development and Pakistan’s capacity. Speaking at the SME Cluster Expo in Lahore, managing director and chief executive officer Hiroshi Kawamura said the company continues supporting Pakistani vendors meet standards. He said foreign investment remains…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

Suzuki Motor overtook Nissan as Japan’s third-largest automaker in 2025, marking the first time in over a decade that Suzuki outsold its longtime rival. The company reported a 1.4 percent rise in global sales, reaching approximately 3.3 million vehicles, reflecting steady demand for compact cars and affordable models worldwide. Nissan’s total sales fell 4.4 percent…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

The Capital Development Authority has decided to conduct a feasibility study for an electric tram project in Islamabad as part of efforts to promote modern and environmentally friendly public transport. The decision was taken during a meeting held on Wednesday at the CDA Headquarters, chaired by CDA Chairman and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Muhammad Ali Randhawa….

By Aftab Ahmed | January 28, 2026

Hyundai Pakistan has introduced an installment plan for the Elantra Hybrid, giving customers multiple monthly payment options with fixed tenures to suit different financial requirements. The Elantra Hybrid 1.6 HEV carries an ex-factory price of Rs. 9,895,000, and buyers can choose installment plans based on down payment percentage and loan duration. Under a 12-month plan…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 27, 2026

Honda Atlas Car Pakistan (HCAR) announced its third-quarter results for MY26, reporting a profit of Rs655 million, or Rs4.59 per share. This marked a 16% increase compared to the same period last year but a 12% decline from the previous quarter. The company’s results fell short of industry expectations due to lower-than-anticipated gross margins and…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 27, 2026

Bank lending for vehicle purchases rose sharply, with the latest State Bank data showing a strong increase in auto financing during December 2025. The report said total auto financing reached Rs 319 billion in December 2025, marking a 35.5% rise compared with the same month last year. In December 2024, the volume of such financing…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026

Honda has officially announced the introductory retail prices of the 2026 Civic facelift models in Pakistan, effective from January 1, 2026, for early customers nationwide. The facelifted Civic includes Honda Sensing as a standard feature in all variants, providing advanced driver assist systems aimed at improving safety and overall driving convenience. Exterior updates feature a…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 22, 2026

The Senate on Wednesday approved legislation regulating online ride-hailing services in Islamabad, establishing a formal legal framework to govern companies operating within the capital city. Under the law, ride-hailing companies must obtain an operational certificate from a designated authority before providing transport services to passengers in Islamabad within the city. The legislation requires all drivers…