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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2025 · 1H 40M

444 | BYD to massively disrupt Pakistani cars industry? | Ft. Danish Khaliq | TBT

from Thought Behind Things · host Syed Muzamil Hasan Zaidi

Joining us today is Danish Khaliq, a key figure behind HUBCO’s entry into Pakistan’s EV ecosystem, and a former Canadian government policy expert.In this episode, we discuss the true economics of electric vehicles in Pakistan, HUBCO’s partnership with BYD, and why EVs are the future. We explore the broader impact on fuel imports, air quality, and government policy, while breaking down whether Pakistan can localize EVs or even become an exporter in the future.This episode answers:• Are EVs really 3x cheaper than fuel cars?• How much can Pakistan save in fuel import bills?• Is BYD the Tesla of Asia?• Can we build EV infrastructure fast enough?• Will EVs impact Pakistan’s AQI & urban health?Watch till the end to understand more about Pakistan’s EV future.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings Muzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasanDanish's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danish-khaliq

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