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  • MG to launch locally assembled HS in Pakistan soon

    MG to launch locally assembled HS in Pakistan soon

    Finally, MG Pakistan intends to introduce the locally built MG HS model in Pakistan very soon. Previously, the automaker exclusively offered the crossover SUV in the country as Completely Built Units (CBU) or imported models.

    According to Pakwheels, there were certain technical difficulties that prevented the government from granting the company a license. Although given that Pakwheels indicated that MG Pakistan is set to introduce the locally manufactured MG HS in Pakistan, it appears that the issue has been resolved.

    It was discovered that the government has granted the company a license, and the launch is just around the corner. Sources also stated that Pakistan will receive local HS in a matter of days, or maybe a few weeks.

    If true, this is fantastic news for the local auto market since MG HS has become a popular choice among Pakistanis despite its hefty price tag. The MG HS PHEV currently costs Rs8.5 million, while the MG HS turbo variant is priced at Rs8.9 million.

    For those unaware, the MG HS is equipped with MG Pilot, which is a comprehensive suite of driver-assist technologies. It complements the driver, lends a helping hand, and gives you added confidence on the road.

    MG PILOT’s advanced driver assistance features constantly sense your surroundings and look for unseen hazards. It offers a selection of warning and alert features to assist the driver while maintaining the highest safety standards, as shown by the 5-star Euro ANCAP rating given to the MG HS.

    Here are some unique features of the MG HS:

    1. Active Emergency Braking (AEB) – Automatically braking to assist with avoiding a collision with a vehicle, bicycle or pedestrian.
    2. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) – Detects lane markings ahead and warns the driver; will assist with steering to keep within the lane.
    3. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Maintains the speed set by the driver, automatically adjusting to other traffic.
    4. Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) – Automatically follows the vehicle in front in slow traffic.
    5. Blind Spot Detection (BSD) – Whenever there is a vehicle in the driver’s blind spot, a visual signal will show in the door mirror.
    6. Intelligent High Beam Assist – Automatically switches to low beam when it detects a vehicle ahead.
    7. Intelligent Speed Limit Assist – Actively detects speed limit signs and alerts the driver of the current speed limit.
  • In Pictures: Pakistan unveils its first electric car with 210km range

    In Pictures: Pakistan unveils its first electric car with 210km range

    Except for Pakistan, electric vehicles have gained massive popularity throughout the world. A few imported cars that are available in the local market are pricey and out of the range of the average person.

    Now that Pakistan’s first electric automobile has been launched with some outstanding features, things are set to change.

    NUR-E 75 images – Photos by Pakwheels

    On Independence Day, Pakistan’s first electric vehicle prototype, the NUR-E 75, was displayed on August 14.

    The battery in the car will have a 35kWh capacity with a range of 210 kilometres after being fully charged.

    NUR-E 75 will save a significant amount of fuel, contribute to the fight against climate change, and maintain economic prosperity, claims Dr Khurshid Qureshi, founder and chairperson of the Distinguished Innovation, Collaboration & Entrepreneurship (DICE) Foundation, who developed the prototype.

    It has a maximum speed of 120km/h, tyre size of 16 inches, a ground clearance of 190mm, and a charging capacity of 220V in eight hours, with fast charging also available.

    Dr Qureshi claimed that the production of the car has three stages: the first involved industrial design, production, and launch; the second involved expanding production to include sedans and SUVs, small commercial trucks, and EV platform export; and the third involves exporting the cars.

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    The completely working prototype, EV NUR-E 75, is ready for testing and regulatory approval, he said, adding that manufacturing started in 2019. Meanwhile, design work on a rolling platform that will be utilised for multiple vehicle segments is in progress.

    The little hatchback’s maximum output is 80 kW (108 horsepower), and its 35 kWh battery can travel 210 km without the air conditioner on.

    He emphasised that the vehicle, given to Pakistan as a gift for its diamond jubilee, would play a significant role in the context of the environment and climate change and help us transition away from the use of non-renewable fuels.

  • Toyota to launch its first electric car with 559 km range next month

    Toyota to launch its first electric car with 559 km range next month

    Toyota announced that it will introduce its revolutionary bZ4X battery-powered SUV in its home market on May 12, as part of a larger push to minimise its carbon footprint.

    The bZ4X is Toyota’s first vehicle built on a specific electric vehicle (EV) platform created in collaboration with Subaru. It’s made at the Motomachi factory, which now employs CO2-free utility power sourced from renewable sources.

    It was also disclosed that the Japanese dealerships would start taking orders for the first batch of 3,000 vehicles in May 2022, with the second batch of about 2,000 vehicles anticipated early in the autumn. This year, the manufacturer plans to create and sell 5,000 units.

    The Japanese manufacturer claims that its new battery electric vehicle (BEV) SUV has a power-efficiency rating of 128Wh/km and a touring range of 559 kilometers (347 miles). It is compatible with rapid DC chargers available all around the world, while its battery can be topped to 80 per cent in just 40 minutes.

    All bZ4X models delivered in Japan will be leased, as per the manufacturer, to alleviate customer concerns about electric cars and allow it to apply its 3Rs (Rebuild, Reuse, Recycle) battery management system. The batteries incorporated in the SUVs will be guaranteed for ten years and 200,000 kilometers (120,000 miles) at 70 per cent capacity retention.

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    The Kinto service will be able to lease the bZ4X models to private clients, while the Rent-a-Lease and Toyota Mobility Services networks will be able to lease the EV to corporate customers.