Bestway Group has officially introduced Chinese carmaker Geely Auto to Pakistan, unveiling three new-energy vehicles at a launch ceremony in Islamabad and setting up local assembly plans in Karachi.
What happened?
Bestway Group launched Geely Auto in Pakistan at a ceremony at Park View City in Islamabad on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Bestway Automotive, the group’s automotive arm, is Geely’s sole authorised distributor in Pakistan and will handle vehicle sales and after-sales service. The launch marks Bestway’s expansion into the automotive sector.
Key details
- Three models unveiled: the EX2 compact fully electric hatchback, the EX5 fully electric SUV, and the Starray range-extended model, which pairs electric driving with an onboard petrol engine.
- Bestway is preparing its Port Qasim facility in Karachi for local assembly, with a capacity of up to 25,000 vehicles a year; the first cars will arrive as imports.
- The company aims to have locally assembled Geely vehicles on Pakistani roads within the next few months.
- Eight dealerships are planned in major cities, including Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, in the first phase.
- Prices, booking dates and final specifications have not been announced yet.
What it means for people in Pakistan
The entry of another major carmaker, starting with electric and hybrid models and moving toward local assembly, could widen choice for buyers interested in electric vehicles and support new jobs in assembly, sales and charging infrastructure. Prices and delivery timelines will matter most, and those are still to be confirmed.
Source: https://www.thenews.pk/print/1445008-bestway-group-launches-new-vehicles-in-pakistan
