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Rs 644bn Balochistan Highway Projects Due by 2028
Balochistan’s 10 highway projects, worth Rs644bn, promise better links—but completion is staggered from 2026 to 2028.
Pakistan Gift Scheme Used Car Imports Hit 2,238
Pakistan's Gift Scheme used-car imports soared from 7 in May to 2,238 in September, making up nearly 98% of all used-car imports.
Cabin Air Filters: Can They Stop Pakistan Smog?
Lahore’s smog is back. Cabin air filters can reduce soot, dust and pollen inside cars—but they can’t fully block hazardous pollution.
DrivePK AutoShop: Car & Bike Accessories with Free Delivery in Pakistan
Explore DrivePK AutoShop for car and bike accessories, tyre essentials and everyday upgrades, with cash on delivery and free nationwide delivery.
Punjab Approves Rs32.8bn Roads, Lahore Auto Centre
Punjab approves Rs32.8bn for two roads and a Rs762m advanced auto-tech centre in Shahdara, but start, funding and admissions dates remain unclear.
Lahore-Sialkot Motorway Extension to Rawalpindi Planned
Lahore-Sialkot-Kharian motorway may extend to Rawalpindi, but officials offered no map, funding, approvals or opening date—only intent.
Islamabad Free Scooty Training for Women Announced
Islamabad women can reportedly get free, supervised scooty training Nov 1–15 at Uraan Driving School, though registration details remain unconfirmed.
Pakistan Petroleum Levy: Rs80/L Still, Review Next Budget
Fuel prices won’t fall yet: a six-member government-JI panel is reviewing the Rs80/litre petroleum levy ahead of the next federal budget.
Petroleum Levy Abolition: JI Chief Meets PM
Petroleum levy talks reach PM Shehbaz after JI pressure, but motorists shouldn’t expect immediate petrol or diesel price cuts—no decision yet.
N-45 Upgrade: Rs17bn Chakdara–Timergara Project
N-45’s Rs17bn Chakdara–Timergara widening plan could ease Dir and Chitral travel—but construction and a start date remain unconfirmed.
Kashmir Chowk Islamabad Closed: Diversion Routes
Kashmir Chowk is closed until further notice for underpass work. Drivers heading to Bhara Kahu, Rawal Dam Chowk and nearby areas should follow detours.
Sukkur-Karachi Motorway Work to Begin Next Month
Sukkur-Karachi Motorway construction starts next month in three sections, promising faster Karachi Port access—but no completion date is set.