The Economic Coordination Committee of the cabinet approved increases in additional customs duty on imported radial tyres and motorcycle parts to promote domestic manufacturing. ACD rose from 4% to 11% on imports of radial tyres and motorcycle parts that are also manufactured locally. Separately, the duty on motorcycle parts imported by local manufacturers increased from 11% to 31%. The measures are intended to support Pakistan’s domestic radial tyre and motorcycle parts industries.

Pakistan expects to achieve its electric vehicle adoption target ahead of schedule as more consumers switch from petrol and diesel cars, according to Prime Minister’s Adviser on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar. The country’s EV policies aim to reduce fuel imports, improve air quality and support sustainable transport. Approved in 2019, the National Electric Vehicles Policy initially targeted EVs accounting for 30% of passenger vehicle and heavy-duty truck sales by 2030, rising to 90% by 2040.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the electric-vehicle maker will unveil its long-delayed next-generation Roadster on October 1, 2026. Nearly a decade after the sports car was first revealed, the event could feature a limited-edition version equipped with cold-gas thrusters developed with SpaceX. Musk has positioned the Roadster within Tesla’s broader technological ambitions as the company increases its focus on autonomous driving. However, production specifications, pricing and the delivery schedule remain unconfirmed.