Market Surge: Trucks Lead Auto Recovery
Recent data released this week confirms that the heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) sector is the star performer of Pakistan’s economy.
- 103% Production Spike: Truck production jumped by over 100% in January 2026 compared to last year.
- Sales Record: Truck and bus sales reached an all-time high of 1,101 units in a single month. This reflects a major boom in freight movement, construction, and CPEC-related logistics.
2. Tragedy on the National Highway
A somber update today involves a major accident in Sindh.
- Khairpur Collision: At least 11 people were killed and 8 injured today near Tando Masti, Khairpur, when a passenger bus collided with a heavy trailer/truck.
- Cause: Motorway police have attributed the crash to the “reckless driving” of the bus driver. Emergency control rooms have been established to assist families.
3. Infrastructure: The $2 Billion “Dedicated Freight Corridor”
A game-changing partnership was announced this week (Feb 13) between Pakistan Railways and the National Logistics Corporation (NLC).
- ML-2 Upgrade: Plans are moving forward to convert the Main Line-2 (Kotri to Attock) into a dedicated freight corridor.
- The Goal: To bypass passenger traffic and allow heavy trucks/containers to be shifted onto rail for faster cross-country transport, reducing the wear and tear on national highways.