Sri Lanka, Jan. 19 -- Sri Lanka's automotive sector witnessed a significant shift in 2025, with electric vehicles (EVs) capturing 10 percent of total passenger vehicle imports following the lifting of prolonged import restrictions.

According to data from Sparkwinn Research, a total of 64,556 cars and SUVs were imported during the year, driven by a strong surge in pent-up demand that had accumulated while the market was closed.

Managing Director of Sparkwinn Research Suthaharan Perampalam noted that the market rebound was initially led by the high-end segment, which resulted in a higher proportion of EV imports immediately after restrictions were eased. Out of the total imports, 6,439 units were fully electric, while hybrid SUVs and car...