{
  "id": 15978737,
  "title": "Import of used cars: Auto industry concerned over surge",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/import-of-used-cars-auto-industry-concerned-over-surge",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-22T00:52:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445334/import-of-used-cars-auto-industry-concerned-over-surge"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "LAHORE - The import of used cars through the Gift Scheme has experienced a dramatic surge, with 2238 units imported in September alone, according to data. This is a significant jump from just seven units imported in May and 806 units in June. In July, the number rose to 1876 units, and in August, it reached 1406 units. The import of used cars under the baggage scheme stood at under 50 units each month during the same period, while the Transfer of Residence Scheme saw a minimal number of imports, only a few units per month.\n\nAbdul Rehman, Chairman of PAPAAM, expressed concern over this alarming trend, stating that it is detrimental to the local auto industry, particularly at a time when the sector is already under immense pressure. He questioned why the government allows commercial imports and the misuse of the Gift Scheme when there are numerous new and old OEMs operating in the country, and about 60% of parts are manufactured locally. Rehman emphasized that the increasing import figure indicates a blatant misuse of the Gift Scheme, which is creating significant issues for local auto manufacturers and their part suppliers.\n\nThe local auto industry has already witnessed a drop in sales, with more than 20% decline in September on a year-on-year basis, and a 21% decline in total volumes on a month-on-month basis. This has led to a loss of business opportunities for part suppliers, as it is estimated to be in the billions of rupees on a monthly basis. Rehman also pointed out that the flawed National Tariff policy, based on incorrect data, has resulted in lower CBU import tariffs and a non-existing room for cascading for parts and local raw material manufacturers.\n\nInterestingly, the import of used cars briefly declined after the abolition of the personal baggage scheme, but consumers have since shifted to the Gift Scheme, which accounted for 98 percent of total used-vehicle imports in September 2026.",
  "summary": "LAHORE: The import of used cars under Gift Scheme has witnessed a whopping increase in just four months as total seven units were imported in May and till September the number has reached the 2238 units. According to data made available, total seven units of used cars were imported in May and 806 units were imported in June. In July, the figure increased to total 1876 units and it was 1406 units…",
  "key_points": [
    "Used car imports through Gift Scheme surge to 2238 units in September.",
    "This is a significant increase from 7 units in May and 806 units in June.",
    "Abdul Rehman, PAPAAM Chairman, expresses concern over detrimental impact on local auto industry."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The rapid shift toward using the Gift Scheme for used car imports undermines local manufacturers and threatens the stability of domestic part suppliers during an already difficult period for sales.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}