Bestway launches Geely Auto in Pakistan

Bestway Group introduced Geely Auto to Pakistan on Saturday, with vehicles to be assembled at the former Proton facility in Port Qasim, Karachi. Dawn reported that Bestway acquired the plant for this purpose. Bestway Automotive is set to distribute Geely vehicles and provide sales and customer-care services.

The initial range comprises the EX2 electric hatchback, EX5 electric SUV and Starray EM-i, which uses range-extended EV technology. Managing Director Irfan Sheikh said the group intends to increase local production and establish charging facilities; Bestway also reported investing more than $350 million in Pakistan and generating 20,000 jobs over three years. Geely executive Evin Ye called Pakistan the brand’s first South Asian market and highlighted its low-orbit satellite system.