Tag: cars

  • Recklessly drifting BMW lands doctor in jail

    Recklessly drifting BMW lands doctor in jail

    A doctor has been apprehended and his BMW confiscated by the police for reportedly causing significant damage to recently constructed infrastructure in Defence Housing Authority, Karachi, with his allegedly drifting car.

    The incident, which occurred in Bukhari Commercial Area, resulted in substantial harm to the area’s development, according to a senior police official.

    Dr Salman is currently being interrogated as his BMW was allegedly involved in the incident.

    The police revealed that two luxury cars were involved in the drifting, one of which belonged to the detained doctor, while efforts are under way to apprehend the owner/driver of the other vehicle.

    The complaint, filed by a sub-engineer of the Cantonment Board Clifton (CBC), highlighted the negligence of the drivers, who caused damage to the official infrastructure through overspeeding and drifting, and then abandoned their vehicles at the scene.

    The incident, which occurred on April 12, follows a similar event on April 10 involving another unidentified car and driver. Both incidents have led to the registration of FIRs against the drivers underSections 279 and 427 of the Pakistan Penal Code.

  • My Suzuki My Story is back for season four to spread happiness & joy

    My Suzuki My Story is back for season four to spread happiness & joy

    Suzuki has been a trusted companion to Pakistanis with its affordability and durability for over four decades. Over the years, Suzuki has become an integral part of countless lives by providing reliable transportation to generations, thus creating a wealth of cherished memories.

    To strengthen the bond with its customers, Pak Suzuki has launched My Suzuki My Story season four, where all Suzuki owners can celebrate and showcase their treasured moments with their Suzuki. Excitingly, this innovative digital initiative is offering exciting rewards for innovative content that evokes emotions and spark creativity.

    My Suzuki My Story is a platform for expressing and sharing stories. It can happen through any artistic format (videos, short films, paintings, pictures, narrations, songs, etc) to relive their Suzuki adventures. It can be any exhilarating memory, like the first drive with a newly purchased Suzuki, a family road trip to scenic destinations, or the unwavering companionship of a Suzuki vehicle through challenging times. Each of these stories has the essence of Suzuki’s enduring presence in the lives of Pakistanis.

    Participants have the opportunity to win attractive prizes, like a brand-new Suzuki Alto 660cc car, a Europe Trip, or a powerful GSX 125 motorcycle.

    Visit the website https://www.mysuzukimystory.com.pk/ to share your Suzuki story on the theme “Stories & Memories with Suzuki” and be a part of something special.

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  • Balochistan Chief Minister says he will not use bulletproof cars anymore

    Balochistan Chief Minister says he will not use bulletproof cars anymore

    Chief Minister (CM) of Balochistan Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo has refused to utilise bulletproof and bombproof vehicles for his own personal use.

    Bizenjo has also declared that no one in his government will get VIP treatment, prohibiting his cabinet and senior officers from using any of these vehicles.

    The decision took place in the backdrop of multiple provincial security forces recently losing their lives in terrorist attacks.

    “In many incidents, security duty officers were targeted by terrorists but we [civilians] use our own bulletproof vehicle,” Balochistan CM said.

    It is pertinent to mention that Balochistan is the most vulnerable province of Pakistan in terms of man-made disasters especially terrorism and civil unrest.

  • Pakistan did not consult IMF regarding discounted petrol for low-income people: Esther Perez

    Pakistan did not consult IMF regarding discounted petrol for low-income people: Esther Perez

    According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Pakistan’s government did not seek advice from the multilateral lender regarding the discounted petrol for the low-income group.

    The government’s plan to increase fuel costs for more affluent drivers to pay for a subsidy for those with lower incomes, according to Esther Perez, the IMF’s resident representative for Pakistan, was not discussed with the international lender.

    “Fund staff are seeking greater details on the scheme in terms of its operation, cost, targeting, protections against fraud and abuse, and offsetting measures, and will carefully discuss these elements with the authorities,” said Perez.

    Earlier, the federal government announced that it would reduce the price of petrol up to Rs100 for motorcycle riders and owners of vehicles up to 800 cc in order to lessen the impact of rising petrol costs on people who are already suffering from inflation. According to Malik, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered that low-income individuals receive petrol subsidies of up to Rs100 per liter instead of Rs50.

    Under a comprehensive strategy, cheap petrol will be offered to motorcyclists and owners of vehicles up to 800 cc, while owners of vehicles beyond 800 cc will be charged full price. The minister made it clear that this is not a subsidy but a cross-subsidy.

    According to Malik, “the owners of big vehicles will pay more for petrol.” The rich will pay Rs100 more for petrol, while the poor will pay Rs100 less. 210 million people are poor in a population of 220 million, and we stand with poor Pakistanis.”

    He said the decision to provide fuel at lesser rates will be implemented within six weeks.

  • Honda Pakistan to launch the long-awaited HR-V tomorrow

    Honda Pakistan to launch the long-awaited HR-V tomorrow

    The long-awaited all-new Honda HR-V will finally make its formal debut on Friday, according to Honda Atlas Cars Limited (HACL), which recently teased the crossover in a Facebook post and confirmed the unveiling.

    Honda Pakistan will offer two versions of the HR-V, the VTi and VTi S. The 1.5-liter 4-cylinder naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine in the base model will produce 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. A 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine with 179 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque will power the second model.

    According to details, the Honda HR-V VTi is anticipated to cost between Rs6.3 and Rs6.5 million. The top variant would cost approximately Rs6.7 million.

    If this pricing is accurate, the Honda HR-V will be a fierce competitor for crossover SUVs that are already on the market. As Pakistani car buyers may favour a crossover over a pricey sedan, sales of Honda Civic and crossover SUVs from other automakers could also have a little impact.

    The sources have also stated that because bookings would begin immediately after the launch, the delivery of this car will begin in November 2022.

    Here are the features that the impending crossover may offer:

    • Traction control 
    • Hill start assist 
    • Stability control  
    • Dual tone side view mirrors + roof
    • Body coloured & black front grille
    • Automatic climate control 
    • Honda Sense
    • Four airbags

    For those who are unaware, the Honda HR-V is not a brand-new sight in Pakistan; local auto dealers have been offering hybrid versions of this vehicle, which are originally imported from Japan.

  • Peshawar: 80,341 motorcyclists fined for not wearing helmets

    Peshawar: 80,341 motorcyclists fined for not wearing helmets

    In Peshawar, the City Traffic Police fined 297,913 people for breaking various traffic rules so far this year, and they have collected roughly Rs700,000 in fines from them.

    According to information provided on Sunday by City Traffic Police officers, 80,341 motorcycle riders received fines for not wearing helmets, 29,945 people for parking in no parking areas, 32,298 people for breaking lane discipline, 12,222 people for breaking traffic signals, and 9,934 drivers for breaking one-way streets.

    Furthermore, 7,888 drivers received fines for driving a vehicle without a valid license, 1,131 for driving without a permit, 6,327 for using tinted glasses, 814 for using a cell phone while driving, and 1,080 for underage driving.

    In addition to 4,379 shop owners for encroachments, the traffic police also fined 4,094 drivers for overloading, 271 for riding one-wheeled on bikes, 1,296 for not using seatbelts, and 6,839 for refusing to show a driving license when asked by the police.

    The City Traffic Police received 2,457 calls on its helpline about various issues during the first half of the year 2022. Out of them, 2,289 complaints were settled, while 168 calls pertained to various traffic system reform proposals.

  • Lahore man receives e-challan for his motorcycle stolen eight years ago

    Lahore man receives e-challan for his motorcycle stolen eight years ago

    A resident of Lahore was fined for a traffic violation involving his motorcycle that had been stolen for atleast eight years.

    The victim, Imran received an e-challan and discovered that his long-stolen bike was being used by police officers in the Sabzazar neighbourhood.

    The individual filed a complaint with the Chief Civilian Personnel Officer (CCPO), requesting that his bike be returned to him from the cops who were using it.

    In other news, the rate of street crimes in the provincial capital appears to have spiralled out of control, considering a report released in March.

    As per police statistics, more than 300 incidences of robbery and theft were reported in the city over the last two days of February, while the month of March began with nearly 350 incidents in the provincial capital.

    People lost millions of rupees in cash, gold jewellery, automobiles, and motorcycles in the first two months of 2022.

    According to data, 209 robberies resulted in loot worth more than Rs10 million, with 59 incidences of motorcycle theft reported at the time.

    E-challans declared illegal by LHC

    E-challan is seen as an effective solution to reduce traffic violations and promote safe transportation, however, the system was recently pronounced “illegal” by the Lahore High Court (LHC).

    On Wednesday, the LHC observed that the electronic challan (e-ticket) system was implemented without sufficient planning and instructed the authorities to address the matter. During the hearing, Justice Tariq Saleem Sheikh asked the Punjab chief secretary to notify the chief minister of the lapse, who will take prompt action to correct the problem.

    The judge made the remarks after hearing a plea from a transporter, who told the court that he was unaware of roughly 55 e-challans filed against him.

  • Honda Pakistan records 40 per cent increase in earnings

    Honda Pakistan records 40 per cent increase in earnings

    Honda Atlas Cars Limited (HACL) concluded the financial year with a 40 per cent increase in earnings, giving investors reason to be optimistic. This is despite several challenges including an ongoing chip shortage, rising commodity prices on overseas markets, hefty freight rates, and the rupee’s depreciation.

    “The result is below our expectations, which is mainly due to higher-than-expected distribution costs and effective tax rate,” Ismail Iqbal Securities auto sector analyst Muqeet Naeem stated.

    The automaker benefited from the fact that demand for four-wheelers remained high despite the problems.

    Honda purchasers appear to be unconcerned with price changes, preferring to purchase their preferred vehicles whenever they want, regardless of how much more expensive they are now than they were only two years ago.

    Prices have continued to rise at a rapid pace. There may also be a sense that prices will continue to rise. However, in a market known for “own money” or high premiums, continued demand despite price increases should not be surprising.

    The earnings per unit sold is a great marker of how quickly prices have risen. Honda sold 57 per cent more automobiles in MY22 than the previous year, which ended in March 21.

    The introduction of a new Civic generation considerably attributed to Honda’s sales growth.

    Not only have imports become more expensive as the PKR has depreciated against the greenback, but inflationary pressures on inputs and rising fuel prices have also contributed to cost increases. Revenue and cost per unit sold have generally increased in lockstep.

    As a result, despite strong demand growth, margins have fallen to 5 per cent.

    Other income, which consists of customer advances, has significantly bolstered the company’s profitability. Other income boosted the bottom line by 47 per cent in MY22, compared to 33 per cent the previous year. This also suggests that demand will continue to rise in the coming months.

    However, as lending rates continue to skyrocket, the company may lose demand from purchasers who plan to finance their vehicles through a bank.

  • Govt bans import of ‘luxury items’ to fight economic crisis

    Govt bans import of ‘luxury items’ to fight economic crisis

    For the first time in Pakistan, luxury or non-essential commodities have been completely banned in the country to help the nation emerge from its financial crisis. Minister of Information Marriyum Aurangzeb confirmed the economic strategy established by the federal government on Thursday.

    The Information Minister stated that this is an emergency situation and Pakistanis will have to make sacrifices under the economic plan. This will have a quick impact on foreign reserves. The ban will have an impact of $6 billion.

    Aurangzeb went on to say that the government’s priority was to cut imports, thus it was going to implement an export-oriented policy that would help local industry and producers.

    Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif is working “day and night” to stabilise the economy, according to the information minister, and has decided to ban the import of all commodities that are not in common use.

    Food, decorating, and luxury automobiles were among the imports, according to Aurangzeb, who emphasised that the country was in a “difficult economic condition” as a result of the previous government’s policies.

    Here’s a detailed list of banned goods:

    1. Cars
    2. Mobile phones
    3. Home appliances
    4. Private weapons and ammunition
    5. Fruits and dry fruits (except Afghanistan)
    6. Crockery
    7. Shoes
    8. Chandeliers and lighting (except energy savers)
    9. Headphones and loudspeakers
    10. Sauces, ketchup etc.
    11. Doors and window frames
    12. Travelling bags and suitcases
    13. Sanitary ware
    14. Fish and frozen fish
    15. Carpets (except Afghanistan)
    16. Preserved fruits
    17. Tissue paper
    18. Furniture
    19. Shampoos
    20. Confectionary
    21. Luxury mattresses and sleeping bags
    22. Jams and jelly
    23. Cornflakes
    24. Bathroom ware/toiletries
    25. Heaters/blowers
    26. Sunglasses
    27. Kitchenware
    28. Aerated water
    29. Frozen meat
    30. Juices
    31. Pasta etc
    32. Ice cream
    33. Cigarettes
    34. Shaving goods
    35. Luxury leather apparel
    36. Musical instruments
    37. Saloon items like hairdryers etc.
    38. Chocolates

    The declaration, according to the information minister, is part of the present government’s fiscal plan to combat the PTI’s incompetent policies.

    Aurangzeb chastised the PTI for criticising the incumbent administration over the country’s economic woes, claiming that the Imran Khan-led government had raised inflation, taken historic debts, committed “economic terrorism,” and manipulated the economy by subsidising gasoline prices.

    By subsidising the price of petroleum goods, the PTI administration broke its agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to the Information Minister.

    Via: Geo

  • Islamabad Traffic Police issues more than 28,000 challans to careless drivers

    During the last three months, the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) handed 28,224 fine tickets to motorists who were negligent on the roads.

    As per Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Traffic, Rai Mazhar Iqbal, special squads have been formed on the directives of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Muhammad Ahsan Younas to deal with reckless drivers who endanger the lives of road users.

    He also instructed the officials that road users should be treated with respect.

    SSP Iqbal stated that all city personnel have been urged to take stern action against such offenders and to assure that the city’s roads are secure.

    Furthermore, he revealed that the ITP education wing has been directed to ensure renewed efforts in a bid to raise public awareness regarding traffic rules.

    Several students have joined ITP as traffic volunteers, therefore he directed ITP’s teams to visit educational institutions to build traffic sense among more students.

    According to the SSP Traffic, the goal of conducting action against irresponsible drivers is to safeguard their personal safety as well as the safety of others.