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The government’s plan to reduce the cost of fuel for motorcycles and small or low-engine capacity cars has encountered a snag since petroleum retailers are unwilling to join for fear of not being reimbursed on time.
The Fuel Subsidy Proposal has Met Snags Read More
The government has established a new regulation that permits foreigners traveling to Pakistan for leisure or business to bring their vehicles with them for a duration of three months.
FBR to Allow Temporary Import of Vehicles in Pakistan Read More
Auto consumers of Pakistan are set to brace yet another price hike impact as the government has just increased the General Sales Tax (GST) on cars with 1400cc (or above) engines from 18% to 25% as part of the “luxury tax” to raise more revenue.
1400cc & Above Cars are Now Luxury as Govt Slaps 25% GST Read More
The government will charge a one-time Rs 500 after the senate committee approved a ‘radio fee’ on the first-time registration of different kinds of vehicles in Pakistan.
Govt to Charge ‘Radio Fee’ on New Cars Read More
After facing a 43% decline in sales, auto industry sector stakeholders believe that the next 6 months appear more challenging than the previous 7 months of the current fiscal year.
Dismal Future of the Auto Sector of Pakistan Read More
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has planned to buy 155 luxury vehicles, at a cost of over Rs 1.6 billion, in the name of taxpayers’ facilitation out of a foreign loan meant to upgrade its obsolete information technology system.
FBR Aims to Buy 155 Luxury Vehicles Read More
Giving in to the demand put forth by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the federal government has increased the General Sales Tax (GST) from 17% to 18%, effective immediately from February 15, 2023.
Cars to Become More Expensive as Govt Increase GST to 18% Read More
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar said that the government has agreed to impose Rs 170 billion in additional taxes during a 10-day extensive discussion with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program staff-level team on the 9th review.
Govt to Impose New Taxes Worth Rs 170 Billion Read More
The federal government has reduced the registration tax for commercial vehicles in Excise and Taxation department Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).
Govt Reduces Registration Tax for Commercial Vehicles in ICT Read More
In startling revelations, the government has imposed up to 500% more taxes on imported cars to protect the local car assemblers from foreign competition. In return, however, the assemblers have passed on the agony by overcharging consumers and delaying deliveries for up to one year.
500% More Taxes on Imported Cars to Protect the Local Assemblers Read More