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on 18 May 2012, 08.46 by Administrator in Articles
HISTORY: It was in early 50s that Pakistan saw its first vehicle in the form of Bedford truck.At that time the services and manufacturing sector had almost no contribution towards the economy as Pakistan's economy was completely agrarian and regularised.After de-regularisation the industry took to the path of growth.Major developments in the sector came in mid 80's and early 90 when major Japanese car makers entered the Pakistani marke
on 18 May 2012, 08.38 by Administrator in Articles
The automobile Industry directly influences the economics of any country around the world. And due to its importance the automobile Industry has acquired the status of a key sector of the economy for all major countries of the world.In Pakistan too, since 1953, when the first assembly plant of General Motors Ltd was established, this sector has received the special attentions of the Government, and it was always protected by Government by ma
on 18 May 2012, 08.18 by Administrator in Articles
Beat the Heat with the Tender TreatWe all like to enjoy a hot summer on the lake or beach to cool us down during a heat wave. Our bodies can bear up to a certain temperatures before we run the risk of a high fever or a heat stroke which may cause serious damage to the organs in our body. The engine of a car also has a limit to high temperatures before it runs into a melting or seized-up stage. The cooling system is as necessary to the engine
on 02 May 2012, 08.33 by Administrator in Articles
Huge prices may prove challenging for Japanese vehicles assemblers Chinese vehicle assemblers have not made deeper inroads like Chinese bike assemblers while Korean assemblers are also struggling to carve a niche in a market dominated by Japanese vehicle assemblers for decades.In bikes consumers had only one costly option of world’s leading bike makers products -- Honda CD-70cc which is still a market leader despite presence of over
on 30 April 2012, 11.18 by Administrator in Articles
Some low cost bike makers, like past experience, are again
in trouble ahead of announcement of Budget 2012-2013 due to bottlenecks being
created by various government departments.
A number of government departments under an influence of a
leading Japanese bike maker have been putting up a lot of pressure on Chinese
bike assemblers but the low cost bike makers have been over passing the hurdles
except for some low volume assemblers.
on 22 April 2012, 08.32 by Administrator in Magazine
Monthly Automark March 2012 read online for free
on 19 April 2012, 09.17 by Administrator in Articles
PAAPAM’s concern over elimination of negative list by December 2012As many Indian items are already finding way into Pakistani market either through formal and informal way, the vendors of locally assembled cars and light commercial vehicles look more perturbed over possible elimination of negative list between two countries by December 2012 which means more influx of Indian items on Pakistan.However, the car makers are divided as Pak Suzu
on 19 April 2012, 08.25 by Administrator in Articles
Analysis of Pakistan and India bike industryIrrespective of merits and demerits to our local industry, stake of jobs of thousands of people and future of our huge vendor base after more liberal trade with India – one thing looks certain that consumers may be able to see arrival of used new design bikes of higher engine capacity from India. However, much will depend of the prices of Indian bikes to lure the buyers.Many consumers have set th
on 06 April 2012, 13.48 by Administrator in Articles
The importance of oil in the engine is just like blood in your body. Blood flows through all your veins to vital organs to keep them healthy and alive. Just imagine what would happen if you suffer very low blood pressure or heavy bleeding due to serious injury or accident that could jeopardize your health and life.Now consider the fact with your engine, the heart of your car. At 88 km/h, each piston in your engine moves up and down 35 times
on 25 March 2012, 20.01 by Administrator in Magazine
Monthly Automark February 2012 issue.
on 24 March 2012, 11.04 by Administrator in Articles
Indus Motor Company hosted the 7th Career Day at St. Patrick’s Institute of Science and Technology, in line with the ongoing Toyota Technical Education Program.T-TEP is a 3 year Automobile Diploma Program conducted with the assistance of Toyota Motor Corporation. This program provides students training in state-of-the-art automobile technology, enabling them to pursue successful careers after graduation.Mr. Abul Kalam, Vice Chancellor, NED
on 24 March 2012, 10.44 by Administrator in Articles
PRE BUDGET PROBLEMSLike past years’ practice, some government departments create hurdles few months ahead of new budget announcement for some industries by sending audit notices for sales tax and income tax purpose. This kind of exercise undertaken by the government departments are basically aimed at putting up extra pressure on the small industries and trade related people to grab money otherwise non cooperation with the government d
on 17 March 2012, 11.29 by Administrator in Articles
Getting a grip on tires for your safetyWithout the invention of the wheel you wouldn’t have the transportation for your life. Wheels and tires to a car are just like your feet and shoes.Regardless of what type of car you drive your tires are the only contact between your car and the road. They serve as a cushion between the road and the wheels for a comfortable ride and also provide traction and solid friction/grip with the road for e
on 22 February 2012, 13.08 by Administrator in Articles
Meanwhile, Most of the Pak Suzuki Motor authorized dealer across the country has started CNG cylinder testing service in collaboration with HDIP, they will uninstall the cylinder from the customers vehicles and get IT tested from respected CITIES HDIP testing centre and if the cylinder passes the test, the dealer will provide safety approved certificate issued by the HDIP. The government is yet to wake up fully over the frequent loss of
on 21 February 2012, 12.48 by Administrator in Articles
BoI, Yamaha officials absent from February 1 hearingThe government departments, either over political affiliation or from other pressure, give extra incentives to the local and foreign investors which usually remain a secret move. This kind of hidden support sometimes gets exposed by the media or becomes visible during candid discussion with industry’s stakeholders or sometimes the government department (by mistakenly) reveal the truth in
on 15 February 2012, 17.35 by Administrator in Magazine
Monthly Automark January 2012 issue. Click here to launch the online version of the only online magazine that covers the automotive, energy and industrial sector of Pakistan
on 10 February 2012, 14.08 by Administrator in Articles
The regionalization and cooperation among neighbour countries particularly having common borders is getting importance with the uncertainty prevailing over the world about the rising prices of raw materials, POL & transportation. Pakistan in particular is in dire need of such collaboration as devastating floods, chronic shortage of energy, dependence on imported oil & gas, adverse affects of war against extremists and depreciating ru
on 31 January 2012, 17.42 by Administrator in Articles
It’s the Brakes… Your car’s most important safety feature!Your car’s brakes are its primary SAFETY SYSTEM and your life saver. Every time you step on the brakes pedal, you are calling on your car’s brake system to perform a function that is potentially a life-or-death matter. “Keep in mind that accidents are caused… not just happened”. While cars that take extra time to start on the driveway can be annoying, but cars th
on 30 January 2012, 14.31 by Administrator in Articles
PSQCA makes amendments in Pakistan Standard in view of latest development and to accommodate the amended EPA and provision of electrical vehicles.The Pakistan Standards Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) has started deliberations with the stakeholders of two and three wheelers regarding revision in Pakistan Standard but the Chinese bike assemblers are not satisfied.The PSQCA has circulated a draft proposal to the two wheelers’ body after ta
on 26 January 2012, 09.14 by Administrator in Articles
The Ministry of Industries and other government departments have started their exercise by taking various steps and measures ahead of expiry of Tariff Based System (TBS) on June 30, 2012. The Ministry is also taking the feedback from the all the stakeholders of the auto industry in order to formulate a comprehensive policy aimed at promoting the industrial base. Besides, some amendments are being made in the existing policy. Three
on 23 January 2012, 09.54 by Administrator in Articles
The fate of over 3.5 million CNG fitted vehicles and 3,696 stations now hang in the balance following last month’s government decision to impose ban on imports of kits and cylinders and surging CNG load shedding in the country.It all started in 1998 when the government allowed the use of CNG in vehicles in order to make the environment green but it seems that the CNG industry, kit makers and importers, auto makers, vendors and above all th
on 20 January 2012, 13.39 by Administrator in Articles
The manufacturing and launching of globally acclaimed Daewoo Luxury Buses with the Technological Collaboration by Daewoo Pak Motors in Pakistan in May 2010 has revolutionized the public transportation and especially Inter City Bus Operation. The Daewoo buses have received tremendous appreciation and praise from the Prominent Fleet Operators and Passengers endorsing the Quality, Durability, Luxury, Economy and Comfort of these Buses. In
on 16 January 2012, 19.16 by Administrator in Magazine
Monthly Automark December 2011 issue. Click here to launch the online version of the only online magazine that covers the automotive, energy and industrial sector of Pakistan
on 09 January 2012, 14.30 by Administrator in Articles
Do you know what really happens when you put your key in the ignition and start your engine? By turning your key, you bring to life a machine that harnesses the energy of burning fuel and air. The energy powers both your vehicle and all of its accessories that help make your driving a pleasure. Just as the human body converts the calories in food to energy, the engine can also be compared to their functioning to the systems of the
on 07 January 2012, 08.34 by Administrator in Articles
Market people say that more than 20 assemblers are making motorcycle rickshaws to meet the rising demand of transport and an estimated 250,000-300,000 units are being produced on annual basis. Many projects are launched either to benefit a particular party or without making any feasibility report relating to its merit and demerit for the consumers or sometimes for creating a hurdle for any party running an identical project.One
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