AKTI rejects Increase in Petroleum prices : Karachi, Pakistan

With the effect of new petroleum prices, several associations have started refusing the increase in prices like today, All Karachi Transport Ittehad (AKTI) President, Irshad Bukhari has demanded government of immediately withdrawal of the decision.

Further more, he also warned the government that they will halt the transport in case if their demands are not completed.

He also said that prices in International market have not yet reached that level where the increase in petroleum prices in must, so we hereby completely rejects this increase in petroleum prices.

I also personally think that wasn't a fair decision from the government of Pakistan and they should reverse this type of decision, but in country like Pakistan, i don't expect this reverse to be happen.

Govt to earn 43pc per litre from new petroleum prices : Pakistan

After the implementation of the new Carbon tax, the prices have been increased so far that the government will be able to earn 43 percent per litre through petroleum prices.

The advisor to the PM on Petroleum and Natural Resources, Dr. Asim Hussain, The prcies increased in the petroleum are as follows

Petrol = 10.55 Percent

Diesel = 12.50 Percent

After the enforcement of the new price, the ex-refinery price will be Rs36.59 per litre with Rs10/per litre (Carbon Tax) , Rs3.37/Per litre (Intra-country transportation), The commission of dealers will be Rs.2 per litre, Rs1.60/litre commission for oil marketing companies and 16 percent Government charge would be charged which will be Rs.8.57/ Per litre.

Now the price per litre petrol including all expenses would be Rs.43.56 and the government taxes on it will be Rs.18.57/ Per Litre which is about 43 percent of the petrol price.

CNG Dealers go on strike : Peshawar, Pakistan

Following a call from All Pakistan CNG Association (APCNGA), All CNG stations located in Peshawar have been shut down and gone on strike. The reason so far told by the Acting Chairman of the (APCNGA) Ghayas Abdullah Paracha, It was due to dues of more than billion rupees in terms of estimated bills which have not been submitted far.

The impact of this situation can be the following (My Personal Conclusion)

* Deepened Ecnomic State of the CNG Owners

* Due to Shortage, People will get in trouble.

According to the sources, the strike will last till Tuesday (3o th June).

NEW Petroleum Prices : Pakistan

After the implementation of Carbon tax the prices of the petroleum prices have increased. One more thing i would like to tell here that for the first time in the country's history, the diesel became more expensive than petrol. These prices have been approved by the Prime Minister and will be implemented by 1st July,2009

NEW Prices

Petrol : Rs62.13/Per Liter ( Increasement of Rs5.92/Per Litre)

Hi-speed Diesel : Rs62.65/Per Liter ( Increasement of Rs6.94/Per Litre)

Light Diesel Oil : Rs54.94/Per Liter ( Increasement of Rs6.94/Per Litre)

I guess this is a gift from Zardari's Government to poverty....

Exclusive Review of Chevrolet Joy 2009!

This is the review of one of the greatest car in small cars category by Chevrolet, The Chevrolet Joy (Misspellings : chevy joy, Chevorlet joy, Chevolet joy, cheverolet Joy, chevrolets Joy , Chevrolet Joe). This car is well famous about it's hot and sexy looking, bundled with great features, fuel efficieny and with a low price tag. Let's learn something in detail about it!

Key Features :

1 : Full High Tensile steel Cage Body (upto 38%)

2 : Side Impact Bars

3 : On back seats, there are three (3) seat belts

4 : Nice Rear Wiper & Washer

5 : Wonderfully made Cellphone & Cup Holder

6 : Stylish Tail Lamp

7 : Fully Controlled and Nicely built CD & MP3 Player with AM/FM Radio function

8 : Front windows are power based, (Power windows)

9 : Power Out Side Rear View Mirror

10 : Spacious Glove Compartment

11 : Sunglass Holder

12 : Powerful Ac (4 Speed Fan Airconditioner) with Heater facility

13 : Solid Disk Brakes

14 : Fabric Seats

15 : 1000CC Engine

16 : Outclass Build quality

Driving :

The car is smooth and comfortable when it comes to driving, ride the car with your favourite music and you will definately enjoy your time

Overall Rating for this : 7.5 / 10

Design Exterior :

The car is uniquely designed, with a chevrolet logo on the middle of car bonut while comparing the back of chevrolet joy, i'm not so impressed further more lights also weren't very attractive.

Overall Rating for this : 6.5 / 10

Design Interior :

Internally the car is beautifully designed with a smooth power steering, fully loaded mp3 cd player, power windows. Seats are made of fabrics, comfartability is the priority which can be booth seen by accessories and sitting, accessories like Cigarette Lighter, Front Ash Tray, Digital Clock, Cellphone & Cup holder are all loaded with it. Seats are quite comfortable. So sitting in this car isn't a bad deal

Overall Rating for this : 8 / 10

Engine Transmission & Performance :

The engine is based on 4 Cylinders,SOHC & 8 Valve. The average engine piston displacement is 995cc. The car comes up with 5 speed manual gears system, The car's come up with a speedometer with odometer and tripmeter. Fuel Empty earning lamp function is also available when needed.

Overall Ratings for this : 8/10

Drawbacks :

Well, One of the biggest drawback of Chevrolet is no good resale value, so if you are looking for a car which you are going to change in a year or two then this might be not your preffered option

Overall Ratings for this : 4/10

Tyres :

The best car tyres size is 165.65.13

Colours :

Chevrolet Joy is available in the following colours

* Denim Blue

* Pearl Black

* Peach Orange

* Golden Grey

* Galaxy White

* Sliver Gray

* Poly Silver

Review :

Review-1

"The best pakistani car i have ever drived."

Review-2

"What i think about this cool chevy is,

PROS:

(i) The car has a digital meter

(ii) So far, I haven't faced any starting problems even when the car is cold

(iii) Road clearance is good, consider 3 +average guys + laugage in car on moutain ranges near swat and its bad road near moutain ranges

(iv) I'm satisfied with the Fuel average

(v) Brakes are good in it's class

(vi) Hands down! No comparison with other cars in this class.

CONS:

Bad Resale Value

Poor availablity of spare parts with expensive price tags "

Review-3

"I love the car because its comfort and stability on highway is great."

Price :

As of 9th June, 2009

Joy = Rs. 649,000/- (PK Price)

Joy with Custom Designed CNG Kit = Rs. 689,000/- (PK Price)

Conclusion:

Well, if you are looking a car that you aren't going to change in the near future, with a good mileage and with comfortability then this is the best option in Pakistan made car, this car have all features what an ordinary user needs, from cellphone holder to cd player , all type of accessories are available but on the other hand, the only big draw back this car have is it lacks resale price in the Pakistani market which is a great turn down if you are looking for a car for less than 1 year.

Ratings :

Overall Ratings 7/10 (Well worth for what you pay!)