The progress in the construction of the TASK Auto Parts Center in Hernandarias marks an important step for the development of electric mobility in Paraguay, especially in the public transport sector. Located inside the ITAIPU Paraguay Technology Park, the project has reached close to 70 percent completion and is the result of cooperation between Paraguay and South Korea. Its main purpose is to strengthen the auto parts industry and accelerate the transition toward electric vehicles in the country.
One of the first visible outcomes of the project is the operation of five electric buses donated by South Korea, which are already serving the public transport system in Hernandarias. Their performance has been positive and has made it possible to evaluate in real conditions the concrete benefits of electric mobility applied to urban transport. Among these benefits are a significant reduction in street noise, lower operating costs for transport operators, and a more comfortable travel experience for passengers. Because they do not produce direct emissions, electric buses also help improve air quality in urban areas and support national environmental goals.
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The TASK Center will not only develop specialized knowledge in the country but will also strengthen Paraguay’s capacity to manufacture and maintain essential electric vehicle components, including those used in buses. The project includes an industrial area with equipment for producing and maintaining molds, as well as an educational block designed for technical training. This will help create a skilled workforce ready to support the growing demand for electric mobility and will reduce the country’s dependence on imported components. Thirty young Paraguayans have already received training in South Korea, and a new group is expected to attend in 2026, which reinforces the creation of highly qualified talent.
For the urban bus sector, this development means that Paraguay will be able to move toward a more modern, efficient, and economical fleet. Compared with diesel buses, electric buses consume less energy, require less maintenance due to having fewer moving parts, and can be powered by the clean electricity produced by the country’s hydroelectric plants. This makes Paraguay an ideal place to operate electric bus fleets without increasing its environmental footprint.
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The expected arrival of more electric vehicles, including trucks and pickups for state institutions, will help expand the local electric mobility ecosystem and reinforce the progress made with the buses already in circulation. The TASK Center will serve as a support hub for maintenance, auto parts supply, and specialized technical training, making the transition to electric buses more sustainable and less dependent on external providers.
Overall, the progress of the TASK Center shows that electric mobility can become a driver of industrial development and not only a transport solution. For Paraguay, this initiative opens the door to a future in which electric buses not only operate in the cities but also promote innovation, technical employment, and a production chain with local added value. Through planning, technology, and training, the country is positioning itself as an emerging leader in the region for the adoption of electric buses and the growth of the auto parts industry that supports them.
