Lucky Motor Corporation and GWM issued statements addressing customer concerns following the recent increase in high octane fuel prices on Tuesday.
According to Lucky Motors, Kia models are built and tested to run efficiently on unleaded fuel with a minimum rating of RON 91 or higher. This requirement is clearly mentioned in the vehicle owner’s manual.
Kia customers can continue using RON 92 fuel, which is commonly sold as Super or Premier across Pakistan.
The company said this fuel is widely available and can be used without any concerns about performance or reliability.
It also clarified that using or mixing high octane fuel is not mandatory for Kia vehicles in the country.
The company has said in its statement that it values the trust of its customers and understands the worries caused by the price hike.
It further added that Kia vehicles are designed to be practical and suitable for local driving conditions.
However, Kia has advised customers to refuel only at reliable and trusted fuel stations to avoid contaminated or adulterated fuel.
The company added that its authorised dealer network is available to help customers with any questions or guidance.
GWM issues message to customers
GWM also shared a message for its customers in Pakistan. In a post, the company said that its aim is to keep customers protected and make sure that their driving experience remains uninterrupted.
The post said that it is unaffected by rising high octane prices. It further added that all GWM vehicles are optimised for RON 92 across the trusted fuel stations nationwide.
The company thanked customers for their trust and said it remains committed to meeting their expectations.
Is using 50 per cent hi octane necessary?
A customer questioned GWM, “I was informed by my dealership that we must use only hioctane. Is this not the case? Even your own notice said to use at least 50 per cent hioctane?”
To this, the company responded, “50 per cent high octane is always recommended but not necessary.”
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Government raises levy on high octane fuel
These statements came after the government increased the levy on high octane fuel by an additional Rs200 per litre.
This has brought the total levy to Rs300 per litre. The fuel is mostly used by luxury vehicles.
According to the statement, the decision is expected to reduce pressure on the economy, as the financial burden will be borne by the wealthier segment of society.
Ban on use of high octane fuel in govt vehicles
A complete ban has been imposed on the use of high octane fuel in government vehicles by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The PM directed relevant authorities to take action against government officials who used high octane in their official vehicles.
“If necessary, the officials will have to bear the cost of high octane fuel from their own pocket,” he said.
