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Electric Vehicle Batteries Prove Long-Lasting in Real-World Study

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London – Among the many things people use to talk down on EVs is that the battery isn’t going to last long enough; it serves as a common myth today; however, it is getting harder to believe that it actually won’t, as real-world data now indicates otherwise.

According to Geotab, a telematics company based in Oakville, Ontario, most modern EV batteries are built to last more than 6 years as compared to a gas-powered car. The time span for EV batteries is around 20 years, and 14 years for gas-powered vehicles on an American road.

How did Geotab present this data?

Geotab got this data from a massive sample of over 10,000 electric vehicles. It tracked down their battery health over time, and what the telematics company found next was surprising, as the data shows that on average, EV batteries degrade by just 1.8% per year. According to this discovery, even after 5 years, your EV’s driving range is still secured at 91% and even after 20 years, the EV could still be working with 64 for daily commuting.

It is pertinent to mention that EV batteries can fail, but the failure rate in EVs is extremely low, less than 0.5% for EVs built in the last 10 years. Now you may wonder what causes your EV’s battery from wearing out too quickly. The reasons include extreme heat, DC fast charging, and always charging to 100%. In order to extend your EV’s battery life, the best tips are shared below.

 

  • On batteries like NMC or NCM, the best % of charge is 20-80 percent

 

  • Park in the shade to avoid direct heat when possible.

 

  • For daily charging, the best chargers are either Level 1 or Level 2

If you ever encounter someone talking down on EVs, just hit ‘em with straight facts.

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Changan Oshan X7 gets discount of Rs 850,000 here’s the details

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Key points:

  • Changan Pakistan has introduced a limited-time promotional offer on the Oshan X7 FutureSense lineup.
  • Customers can save up to Rs850,000 on selected 5-seat and 7-seat FutureSense variants.
  • The Oshan X7 FutureSense 5-seat variant now starts from Rs8.099 million, down from Rs8.949 million.
  • The SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged Euro 6-compliant petrol engine producing 185hp and 300Nm of torque.
  • The offer is available for a limited period and is subject to applicable terms and conditions.

LAHORE – Changan Pakistan has announced a limited-time promotional campaign for its flagship Oshan X7 FutureSense SUV lineup, offering discounts of up to Rs850,000 on selected variants.

The offer applies to both the 5-seat and 7-seat Oshan X7 FutureSense models. According to the company, the campaign is its biggest promotional offer to date and aims to provide customers with greater value while reinforcing its position in Pakistan’s competitive SUV market.

Under the promotion, the ex-factory price of the Oshan X7 FutureSense 5-seat variant has been reduced from Rs8,949,000 to Rs8,099,000, representing a discount of Rs850,000.

The campaign also covers the 7-seat FutureSense variant, which has a regular ex-factory price of Rs9,299,000. Changan Pakistan said the final discounted price for this variant will depend on the applicable promotional offer.

The Oshan X7 FutureSense is equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged NE15TG Euro 6-compliant petrol engine that produces 185 horsepower and 300Nm of torque.

Power is delivered to the front wheels through a 7-speed Wet Dual-Clutch (DCT) Tiptronic transmission. The SUV rides on a MacPherson independent front suspension and multi-link rear suspension, while drivers can choose between Light, Sport and Comfort steering modes.

Changan Pakistan said the promotional campaign is available for a limited period and remains subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Category Details
Company Changan Pakistan
Vehicle Oshan X7 FutureSense
Offer Type Limited-time promotional discount
Maximum Discount Up to Rs850,000
Applicable Variants 5-seat FutureSense and 7-seat FutureSense
5-seat Regular Price Rs8,949,000
5-seat Offer Price Rs8,099,000
7-seat Regular Price Rs9,299,000
7-seat Offer Price Varies according to applicable promotional offer
Engine 1.5-litre Turbocharged NE15TG Euro 6 Petrol Engine
Power 185 hp
Torque 300 Nm
Transmission 7-speed Wet DCT Tiptronic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Front Suspension MacPherson Independent
Rear Suspension Multi-link
Steering Modes Light, Sport and Comfort
Offer Validity Limited time (Terms & Conditions apply)

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China, South Korea and Singapore emerge as Asia-Pacific’s EV leaders

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KARACHI – China, South Korea and Singapore are the leading markets for electric vehicle (EV) adoption and readiness in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a new index published by Australia-based insurance comparison platform Compare The Market.

The EV-Friendly Countries Index assessed 25 countries using five indicators: charging infrastructure, EV market share in 2025, operating costs, government incentives and policies to phase out internal combustion engine vehicles.

Norway topped the global rankings with a score of 75.43 out of 100, followed closely by China with 75.27. South Korea ranked third with 68.17, while Singapore was seventh overall with a score of 54.59, making it the only other Asia-Pacific country to feature in the top 10.

According to the index, Singapore ranked second globally for EV market share and third for charger accessibility, with 10.54 charging points per 1,000 drivers. However, it also recorded one of the highest operating costs, at $56.10 per 100 kilometres.

The remainder of the top 10 was dominated by European countries, with France, the Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, the United Kingdom and Germany all securing places in the rankings.

Other Asia-Pacific countries ranked lower, with India placing 16th, Australia 19th, Japan 20th and New Zealand 22nd.

The report noted that while Australia benefited from relatively low charging costs, limited charging infrastructure, lower EV market penetration and the absence of government incentives weighed on its overall ranking.

Compare The Market said the findings suggest that higher charging costs do not necessarily discourage EV adoption, as several countries with strong EV uptake also recorded above-average operating costs, indicating that factors such as infrastructure, policy support and market maturity play a more significant role.

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Pak Suzuki removes three dealers from official network

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ISLAMABAD – Pak Suzuki Motor Company has announced the disassociation of three dealerships from its authorised dealer network with effect from June 24, 2026.

In a public notice, the company said the affected outlets include Suzuki Habib Motors in Rahim Yar Khan, Suzuki Habib Motors’ Khanpur branch and Suzuki Habib Alipur Motors in Alipur.

The automaker clarified that the dealerships are no longer authorised to sell Suzuki vehicles or receive payments on behalf of the company.

Customers were advised not to contact the former dealerships for vehicle bookings, payments, delivery-related matters or after-sales services.

Pak Suzuki urged consumers to use only its authorised dealership network for vehicle purchases and related services to avoid inconvenience and ensure access to official company support.

The company did not provide reasons for the disassociation in its notice.

The announcement forms part of an update to Pak Suzuki’s dealer network and follows the company’s advice to customers to verify dealership status before carrying out vehicle transactions or obtaining after-sales support.

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