The article discusses the challenges commercial drivers in Islamabad face with adopting electric vehicles (EVs) due to high upfront costs and limited charging infrastructure.

While the federal government's NEV Policy 2025-30 aims to promote EVs to reduce fuel dependence and emissions, drivers like Ahmed Ali, a taxi operator, highlight the financial strain of fuel prices.EVs offer long-term savings, with operating costs as low as Rs1.5-Rs2 per km compared to Rs6 for petrol bikes.However, concerns about battery life, charging availability, and maintenance deter adoption.

Experts like Ahtasam Ahmad note that while EVs make financial sense for high-mileage riders, infrastructure gaps and unfamiliarity with technology remain barriers.The government needs to expand charging networks and implement smart policies to make EVs practical for everyday users.