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Kia Increases Car Prices Without Mentioning Any Reason Kia Lucky Motors has increased the prices of Kia vehicles without giving a reason. However, increasing the prices of their products due to a number of reasons, which include changes in production costs, changes in demand, and changes in government regulations, etc. is not unusual for the companies. Kia may have chosen not to publicly release the reason for the price change for competitive or strategic reasons. The company's announcement thanked the dealer for his support and said the revised pricing will take effect from his April 1, 2023. Picanto New Price   Kia Picanto M/T cost was Rs. 3,300,000 but after an increase of Rs. 50,000 now it costs Rs. 3,350,000. Kia Picanto A/T, while automatic transmission now costs Rs. 3,625,000 instead of Rs. 3,550,000 as its price jumped by Rs. 75,000. Stonic New Price  Kia Stonic EX's current price for this variant is Rs. 5,350,000 instead of Rs. 5,200...

Honda & Suzuki’s Production Shutdown   Honda and Suzuki are both major Japanese automakers with manufacturing facilities in many countries all over the world. It is common for automotive companies to shut down production for different reasons which include restructuring the models, trying to achieve product-market fit, and identifying the problem with their supply chain, etc. A few days ago, the country's leading automakers Honda Atlas and Pakistan Suzuki also closed their manufacturing plants. Amid a letter of credit (LC) and a volatile economy, Honda Atlas has decided to extend the closure of its manufacturing plant for another 15 days. "We were unable to continue the production and from 1 April 2023 he permanently closed the facility until 15 April 2022," the company said in a letter to the Pakistan Stock Exchange... Meanwhile, Pak Suzuki Motor Company has also announced that it will extend the closure of its motorcycle factory until April 15. In addition, from Apr...

The past 50 years of cars in Pakistan: A journey through the development of the industry During the past five decades, Pakistan's car industry has experienced a significant surge, presenting a diversified range of locally and globally assembled cars. The industry initially relied on imported vehicles from the UK but gradually transformed towards domestic production, resulting in more affordable transportation options for the general populace. This article provides an all-inclusive narrative of the history of cars in Pakistan, encapsulating their evolution from the country's establishment to the year 2000.   Formative years (1947-1954): As Pakistan emerged as an independent nation in 1947, it began importing its first cars from the UK. These included a range of models like the  Morris Minor, Ford Prefect, and Vauxhall Wyvern . During the early 1950s, Pakistan's automotive industry started to evolve, as local manufacturers began assembling cars and trucks within the...

Is Mehran Suzuki still desirable or not? The Mehran Suzuki in Pakistan could be considered as popular as the BMW Mini Cooper was once in England during its heyday. In 1988, the Mehran Suzuki made its debut in Pakistan, with the Pak Suzuki Motors Company tasked with assembling and manufacturing the vehicle for local consumption. Since its introduction, the Mehran Suzuki a small family car has become a staple of Pakistani culture, thanks to its distinctive features and affordability have made it a favorite among many, particularly those in the middle class. However, as time has passed, the Mehran Suzuki has faced its fair share of criticism and even outright disdain from some Pakistanis. Some argue that the car is outdated, uncomfortable, and unsafe, and should be replaced by newer, more contemporary vehicles. In this article, we are going to compare the merits and demerits of Mehran Suzuki to evaluate what is the case. Suzuki Mehran’s Positive Aspects Suzuki Mehran is favored by many ...

MG’s new car to be launched in 2023 will surprise you The newest electric compact crossover SUV from MG Motors is the Marvel R. At the Guangzhou Car Show in November 2020, it made its debut. The vehicle is the Roewe Marvel X's replacement. The MG Marvel R is an all-electric automobile that has 5G technology built in thanks to a partnership with Huawei. Pricing for the "MG MARVEL R" in Pakistan is anticipated to begin at PKR 7,000,000. This approximate cost is ex-factory and excludes freight, taxes, and other documentation fees. Interior The MG Marvel R has a plush and pleasant cabin. The luxury and performance trims both have leather interiors, while the comfort trim has a black inside covered in polyurethane. The driver's seat has six different adjustment options, while the passenger's seat has four. The driver's seat has an electrically adjustable memory function. The lumbar support is manual as well. Rear seats have armrests, and cupholders, and can be divi...