Dewan Farooque Motors Limited, a leading automobile manufacturer and importer based in Karachi, has announced plans to locally assemble Chinese electric trucks under the brand name “Kama.” The official launch of the Kama electric truck is scheduled for the first quarter of 2025.
Kashif Riaz, the Director of Projects at Dewan Farooque Motors, revealed that the Kama electric truck is based on the robust framework of the well-known diesel-powered Shehzore model. Completely built units (CBUs) have already arrived in Pakistan for testing, and the company plans to assemble them locally before the official rollout.
The Kama truck is a light commercial vehicle designed with cost-effectiveness and environmental sustainability in mind. It offers an impressive range of 300 kilometers on a single charge, with rapid charging capabilities, addressing the high fuel consumption typically associated with traditional commercial trucks. This electric solution significantly reduces operational expenses, making it an attractive option for businesses seeking to reduce their carbon footprint and operational costs.
Pakistan’s National Electric Vehicles Policy (NEVP), introduced in 2019, outlines ambitious goals for the adoption of electric vehicles. By 2030, the policy targets having electric vehicles make up 30% of all passenger cars and heavy-duty truck sales, with an even more aggressive goal of 90% by 2040. The launch of the Kama electric truck aligns with these goals, representing a significant step forward in Pakistan’s transition to sustainable transportation solutions.
Riaz emphasized the vast potential for electric vehicle production within Pakistan, citing the country’s rich resources, skilled workforce, and infrastructure. He pointed out that Pakistan is well-positioned to achieve 100% localized manufacturing for electric vehicles. With abundant lithium resources and the capacity to produce batteries domestically, Pakistan could reduce its reliance on traditional engine and transmission technologies, opening the door for the country to become a global exporter of electric vehicles and related components.
Moreover, Riaz highlighted the economic and environmental advantages of a widespread transition to electric vehicles, including the potential for Pakistan to earn carbon credits through the World Bank. However, he also stressed the need for stronger government support to accelerate local EV production, particularly through additional duty exemptions and policy measures that encourage the growth of the electric vehicle industry in the country.
With the Kama electric truck and other electric vehicle initiatives, Dewan Farooque Motors is poised to play a key role in Pakistan’s evolving transportation landscape, aligning with the country’s long-term sustainability and economic goals.
