{
  "id": 12615998,
  "title": "New Import Law Will Cost Car Industry Rs. 50 Billion",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/new-import-law-will-cost-car-industry-rs-50-billion",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-07T10:55:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/07/new-import-law-will-cost-car-industry-rs-50-billion/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Pakistani Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) has warned the government against new rules governing the commercial import of used vehicles, as they could result in losses exceeding Rs. 50 billion for local automakers and their suppliers. The concerns were raised in a letter to the prime minister's adviser on industries and production, dated October 6, 2026. The revised rules, issued on September 30, 2026, by the Engineering Development Board (EDB), relax safeguards introduced in a previous notification from September 2025. The new rules now apply only to used vehicles, unlike the earlier rules that covered both new and used vehicles. They also remove minimum capital requirements for importing companies and the need for adequate after-sales service, without establishing a proper product recall system. Inspections are now transferred from the EDB to the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA). PAMA pointed out that commercial imports of used vehicles have surged, from 48 units in May 2026 to 2,276 in September 2026. They argued that the removal of regulatory safeguards could spur further growth. The association noted that the changes occur as the domestic automotive industry faces uncertainty due to upcoming policy changes and proposed tariff reductions aimed at increasing competition. PAMA emphasized that commercially imported used vehicles enjoy up to a 36% depreciation advantage, while local manufacturers face costs related to plant investment, localization, technology, employment, quality systems, taxation, and regulatory compliance. The association warned that if import volumes return to those of fiscal year 2025-26, the domestic automotive industry and its network could face losses of more than Rs. 50 billion. They urged the government to review the September 30 notification and hold meaningful consultations with automakers and other stakeholders, advocating for a regulatory framework that protects consumer interests and promotes competition without disadvantaging domestic manufacturers.",
  "summary": "The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) has asked the government to suspend new rules governing the commercial import of used … Read More The post New Import Law Will Cost Car Industry Rs. 50 Billion appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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}