Only 80 Hybrid vehicles were imported in July this year, but then it was only a couple of since the government had announced the duty cuts on Hybrid Vehicles so in August 2013, the imports of Hyrbids grew three times to 218 vehicles.
Honda Atlas Cars Limited (HACL) has predicted a rise in sales in the coming days, compared to the previous Market Year (MY2023).
Pakistan's government has been pushing for electric vehicles adoption to decrease energy consumption and pollution. Acceptance of large numbers of electric vehicles will undoubtedly help to ease important issues such as carbon pollution and fuel reliance and to improve economic success. Pakistan is now considering switching from non-Electric vehicle to Electric vehicle (EVs) in spite of numerous cross-sectoral and multifaceted roadblocks. The theory of planned behavior (TPB) model was utilized in this study to construct a model of purchase intention impact mechanism for electric vehicles (EVs). It considered consumer attitude (AT) and subjective norms (SN), cognitive states (CS), product perception (PA), perceived behavioral control (PBC), non-monetary incentive policy (NMIP), as well as monetary policy (MIP). In Pakistan, a questionnaire was administered to potential customers. A total 511 valid survey responses were collected. The factors affecting EV buying intent were examined by Structural equation modeling (SEM) using SPSS AMOS. According to the results no factors tested negative, most of the factors were significant beneficial outcome on consumers' intents to buy electric vehicles (EVs). These findings were discussed with policy recommendations and conclusion.
Honda in the foriegn markets does have a Prius competitor called ‘Insight’, but we plead to Honda to instead, bring the CR-Z Hybrid here because although we highly dislike the Hybrids as they don’t do good for the environment and are just an icon to show the world how much you care about the planet, the CR-Z is a spectacular looking car.
But it will inevitably be the Honda Insight.
Honda CR-Z is more sporty oriented car with a 1,500cc petrol engine coupled with a hybrid terrain.
Honda highlighted the rate of localization for each of its cars. The rate is as follows:
Model | Localization Rate |
Honda City | 71% |
Honda Civic | 61% |
Honda BR-V | 55% |
Honda HR-V | 52% |
Honda also stated that it plans to launch hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in Pakistan in the future. The company did not comment on the exact timeline, the models that are to be launched, or if those models will be locally assembled.
The Despite rising inflation, SUVs are getting popular daily in Pakistan due to their supportive driving capability and unique features. This increasing demand has led car manufacturers to launch more updated SUVs with distinctive markers and driver-supportive features.
It is essential to stay notified about all the latest updates regarding new changes in your favorite SUV models so that you can decide more wisely which one to choose. If you are an SUV lover or want to buy a car that fits the image of your dream four-wheeler, we have made a list of the latest 2023 SUVs that are soon going to be launched in Pakistan:
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