Pakistan Auto Sector Records 20% YoY Growth in August 2026

Pakistan's auto industry witnessed a significant 20% year-over-year growth in August 2026, according to recent data. Passenger car and pickup sales surged to 15,558 units, marking a 20% YoY increase. This growth was largely attributed to the 1300cc and above segment. Within this segment, HCAR recorded a remarkable 145% YoY growth, selling 2,633 units in August 2026.

The combined sales of City and Civic models surged by an impressive 265% YoY, with 2,553 units sold. However, the HR-V and BR-V segments saw a sharp decline, with sales dropping by 79% YoY, from 374 units in August 2025 to just 80 units in 2026. INDU's sales rose by 19% YoY, with the Toyota Corolla, Yaris, and Cross models driving this increase to a total of 3,079 units sold.

IMV also saw moderate growth, with sales increasing by 12% YoY to reach 950 units. GAL's pickup sales, particularly the X200 model, posted an impressive 213% YoY growth, reaching 275 units in August 2026. Despite a slowdown, this segment maintained its momentum. The truck and bus segment also grew by 20% YoY, with sales reaching 875 units.

GHNI maintained its leadership position, selling 501 units. A notable surge in JAC truck sales was observed, with 116 units delivered to GAL in August 2026, compared to just 50 units in the same period last year. This growth was primarily driven by strong demand for the newly launched JAC 1120 (20-foot truck) and JAC 1042 (14-foot truck) models.

However, HINO experienced sluggish performance, with volumes increasing by only 13% YoY, indicating intense competitive pressure in the high-end truck segment.