EV Revolution in Pakistan - Problems, Infrastructure & Future | Dr. Naveed Arshad | Episode 136

How close are we to a full EV revolution? What’s the roadmap for charging stations? Can Pakistan sustain an EV ecosystem?

In this episode of the Talha Ahad Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Naveed Arshad, Director of the ‪@lahoreuniversityofmanagement‬ Energy Institute (LEI) and a leading expert in energy systems and sustainable technology. He breaks down Pakistan’s EV landscape, charging infrastructure, and the future of clean mobility.

Key topics discussed:
✅ The state of EV adoption in Pakistan
✅ Home vs. Public Charging – What’s practical?
✅ Battery Swapping for 3-Wheelers – Game changer?
✅ Pakistan’s 40 EV charging station network
✅ The role of buses and trucks in the EV ecosystem
✅ Challenges & solutions for long-distance EV travel

00:00:00 – Highlights
00:01:48 – Introduction & Background
00:04:01 – How University Education Is Evolving
00:07:13 – Electric Vehicles
00:09:01 – Electricity Problems in Pakistan
00:11:48 – When Did You Start Working on Electric Vehicles?
00:14:35 – What Was the Actual Need for EVs?
00:19:05 – Global Stance and Progress on EVs
00:20:59 – Public Perception of EVs and Their Future
00:30:53 – EV Startups
00:32:47 – Government Support for EV Systems
00:42:35 – Closing & Outro

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