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Engine and Power:

The taxi has an electric motor, not a petrol engine. The motor is very quiet. You will not hear much noise when you drive.

Battery:

The battery is lithium type. It can work for 1000 charges or more. This means if you charge it every day, the battery will last for almost 3 years.

Range (How Far Can You Drive):

One full charge can take you 70 to 90 kilometers. In Lahore city, this is usually enough for one full working day.

Top Speed:

The taxi can go up to 60 kilometers per hour. This is good for city driving. You do not need to go faster in the city.

Charging Time:

With fast charging, you can charge the battery in 3 to 4 hours. With normal charging, it takes 6 to 8 hours. There will be fast charging stations in the city so you can charge quickly.

Vehicle Price:

The maximum price of the taxi is 6.5 million rupees. Different companies have different prices but most are between 5.5 to 6.5 million rupees.

Warranty:

The vehicle comes with a warranty for 6 years or up to 300,000 kilometers. Whichever comes first. This is a very good warranty.

Safety Features:

• The taxi has GPS tracking system. The company can see where you are all the time. This is good for safety.
• There is a panic button in the taxi. If there is danger, you can press it and the company and police will know.
• The taxi has a good air conditioning system so passengers are comfortable.
• The taxi has a strong body and good safety features.

APPROVED VEHICLE MODELS

The government has approved some electric taxi models. You will choose which one you want. Here are the main models:

Model 1 - City Electric Sedan

Price: 5.8 million rupees

Range: 80 kilometers

Seats: 4 passengers plus driver

Features: GPS, Air conditioner, Backup camera

Made by: Chinese company, assembled in Pakistan

This is the most popular model. Many drivers choose this one.

Model 2 - Hatchback Electric

Price: 5.2 million rupees

Range: 70 kilometers

Seats: 4 passengers plus driver

Features: GPS, Air conditioner

Made by: Pakistan company

This is cheaper than model 1. Good for drivers who have less money.

Model 3 - Premium Sedan

Price: 6.5 million rupees

Range: 90 kilometers

Seats: 4 passengers plus driver

Features: GPS, Air conditioner, 360 degree camera, Luxury interior

Made by: Chinese company, assembled in Pakistan

This is the best model. It has more features and comfort. Premium drivers like this one.

When you apply, you will get to choose which model you want. The allocation will be based on your application date and availability. You cannot choose both the model and the company, you must follow the government allocation.

Economic Benefits

• Interest-free financing reduces financial burden
• Job creation for drivers and fleet operators
• Entry into ride-hailing platforms like Careem and Uber

Environmental Benefits

• Reduction in carbon emissions
• Improved air quality in urban areas
• Promotion of green mobility

Technological Benefits

• Smart fleet monitoring system
• Expansion of EV charging infrastructure
• Digital integration with transport networks

For Individual Drivers:

• You must have a valid CNIC (Identity Card) that is not expired. Check your CNIC on nadra.gov.pk before you apply.
• You must have a valid driving license. This license must be for taxi driving, not just personal driving.
• You must be registered with a transport company like Uber or Careem. These companies operate the taxis and give you customers.
• You must be able to pay some money upfront. The government will pay 50 percent of the upfront money, and you must pay 50 percent. For women, the government pays 60 percent, so women only pay 40 percent.
• You must have a bank account. The government will give money through your bank.
• You must be at least 21 years old.

For Fleet Owners (People Who Own Many Taxis):

• You must have a business registration certificate.
• You must buy at least 10 taxis in one order.
• You must work with companies like Uber or Careem.
• You must have the money to buy the vehicles.
• You must agree to set up one charging station when you get 25 taxis.

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official registration portal
2. Create an account using CNIC and mobile number
3. Fill out the application form
4. Upload required documents
5. Select vehicle model from approved list
6. Submit application and wait for verification

Total Vehicle Price: 5.5 to 6.5 million rupees (depending on model)

Upfront Payment (Down Payment):

For Men: You must pay 50 percent of the price upfront. On 6 million rupees, this is 3 million rupees. The government will give you a loan for the other 3 million rupees.

For Women: You must pay 40 percent upfront. On 6 million rupees, this is 2.4 million rupees. The government will give you a loan for 3.6 million rupees. Women get a better deal.

Processing Fee: 1000 rupees only

• Insurance: The first year insurance is paid by the government. After the first year, you must pay your own insurance. Insurance costs about 50000 to 60000 rupees per year.

Registration: The vehicle registration is free. The government pays for it.

Loan Details:

Loan Amount: The rest of the vehicle price that you do not pay upfront

Loan Period: 5 years (60 months)

Interest: Zero. You do not pay any interest. This is very important. You only pay back the exact amount you borrowed.

Monthly Payment: If you borrow 3 million rupees for 5 years with no interest, you must pay 50000 rupees per month.

Example for a man buying 6 million rupees vehicle:

Total Price: 6 million rupees

You pay upfront: 3 million rupees

Government loan: 3 million rupees

Monthly loan payment: 50000 rupees

Monthly insurance: About 5000 rupees

Electricity charging cost: About 10000 rupees per month

Total monthly cost: About 65000 rupees

Example for a woman buying 6 million rupees vehicle:

Total Price: 6 million rupees

You pay upfront: 2.4 million rupees

Government loan: 3.6 million rupees

Monthly loan payment: 60000 rupees

Monthly insurance: About 5000 rupees

Electricity charging cost: About 10000 rupees per month

Total monthly cost: About 75000 rupees

Note: Women pay more per month but less upfront. So women need less money right now.

Petrol Taxi Comparison:

With a petrol taxi, you must pay for expensive petrol every day. On a 6 million rupee petrol taxi, you pay about 10000 to 15000 rupees per day just for petrol.

With an electric taxi, you pay about 3000 to 4000 rupees per day for electricity. This is much less.

So in one month, an electric taxi driver saves about 180000 to 330000 rupees on fuel. This is a huge saving.

Where to Charge:

The government is setting up charging stations all over Lahore and other cities. You can charge at these stations.

The charging stations are at:

• Gas stations (some converted to have electric chargers)
• Parking lots in city centers
• Transport company offices (Uber, Careem offices)
• Shopping malls
• Hotels
• Hospitals

The government has a plan to install 200 charging stations by the end of 2026. More stations will be added later.

Charging Cost:

• Charging at public stations costs about 20 to 30 rupees per kilometer. This is very cheap.
• For 80 kilometers range, one full charge costs about 1600 to 2400 rupees.
• Compared to petrol taxi which costs 10000 to 15000 rupees for same distance.
• Charging Times:

Fast Charging (DC): Takes 3 to 4 hours to charge fully

Normal Charging (AC): Takes 6 to 8 hours to charge fully

Usually you charge at night when you are not working. You charge overnight and then work the next day with a full battery.

Solar Powered Charging:

• Some charging stations will use solar power. This is cheaper and cleaner for environment.
• The government has plan to make solar charging stations in every district.