Pakistan’s streets are already buzzing with a tentative wave of electric vehicles, spurred by recent government incentives and a growing network of charging stations. Against this backdrop, a new partnership promises to widen consumer choice and accelerate the country’s shift toward cleaner mobility.
Chinese automobile giant Geely has sealed a distribution agreement with the Bestway Group, designating the conglomerate as its official representative for electric‑vehicle sales in Pakistan. Under the deal, Geely will introduce two models – the compact EX2 hatchback and the larger EX5 electric SUV – to the Pakistani market for the first time.
The EX2 is positioned as an affordable, city‑friendly EV, boasting a modest range suitable for daily commutes in urban centres such as Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. Its counterpart, the EX5, targets families and suburban drivers, offering a higher driving range and a spacious interior that competes with other mid‑size electric SUVs currently available from brands like BYD and MG. Both models are slated to arrive in showrooms later this year, marking Geely’s debut in Pakistan’s nascent EV segment.
Bestway Group will oversee not only sales and after‑sales service but also the rollout of a dedicated charging infrastructure for the two models. By leveraging its existing network of service centres and logistics capabilities, the group aims to address one of the chief hurdles to EV adoption – the availability of reliable, fast‑charging points – thereby making electric ownership more practical for Pakistani consumers.
Industry analysts see the partnership as a timely boost for the country’s green‑transport agenda. With the federal government’s recent reductions in import duties on electric cars and its target of 30 % EV penetration by 2030, Geely’s entry could spur competition, drive prices down and create new jobs in servicing and infrastructure development, ultimately helping Pakistan move toward a more sustainable automotive future.