HighlightsGovernment of Nepal launches crackdown on misuse of official vehicles622 vehicles recalled from unauthorized usersDirective targets improper allocation and personal usageMove aims to enforce accountability across ministries and agenciesMonitoring and compliance mechanisms strengthenedSignals broader administrative reform pushFocus on reducing operational misuse and improving governance622 Vehicles...
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HighlightsTVS iQube S 2026 introduced with updated features and positioningFocus on smart connectivity and urban usabilityTargets growing electric scooter segmentBuilds on the existing iQube platformEmphasis on daily commuting practicalityStrengthens TVS presence in EV marketSignals intensifying competition in entry electric scootersTVS iQube S 2026 steps forward,...
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HighlightsRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 booking officially open in NepalNew roadster built on the 450cc Sherpa platformExpected arrival follows strong global debut momentumImported by Alpha Automotive, official distributor of Royal Enfield in NepalPositions itself as a modern urban-focused roadsterShares engine architecture with the Himalayan 450Focus on...
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HighlightsTourist Vehicle Online System officially introduced in NepalDigital platform aims to streamline tourist vehicle operations and permitsDepartment of Transport Management involved in rolloutOnline service replaces manual processes for efficiencyTourism sector expected to benefit from faster approvalsOperators can access services remotely without physical visitsPolicy shift aligns...
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HighlightsSupreme Court orders removal of citizenship number from driving license resultsDecision targets Department of Transport Management practicesFocus on privacy protection of applicantsApplies to all future license publication formatsConcerns raised over data exposure risksMarks a shift in digital governance standards in NepalExpected to impact transport offices...
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HighlightsOmoda C5 and Jaecoo J6 confirmed for Nepal arrival in JesthaBoth SUVs come under the Chery umbrella brandsExpected rollout through authorized importer networkTargets Nepal’s expanding premium SUV segmentArrival signals growing momentum of new-age global brands in NepalDealership displays and bookings likely to follow shortly after...
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HighlightsNagdhunga Tunnel operations targeted from second week of ShrawanFinal preparations underway including testing and system readinessProject connects Kathmandu Valley with NaubiseDeveloped as Nepal’s first road tunnel of this scaleExpected to ease traffic congestion and travel timeAuthorities focusing on safety systems and operational protocolsMarks a major...
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HighlightsCFMoto introduces a special limited-time offer in NepalOffer applies across selected motorcycle modelsInitiative aimed at boosting customer accessibility and sales momentumBacked by official importer Rishi Trade CenterAvailable through authorized dealership network across NepalComes amid growing competition in premium motorcycle segmentStrategic push ahead of peak buying...
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HighlightsYatri P2 spotted undergoing real-world road testingMarks a key development stage for Yatri MotorcyclesTesting indicates progress toward eventual production readinessFocus remains on performance validation and reliabilityRepresents Nepal’s growing ambition in electric mobilityBuilds on momentum from earlier Yatri P1Signals increasing maturity of local EV engineeringFrom Prototype...
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HighlightsKTM 490 Duke spotted testing abroad, development appears active againExpected to feature a parallel-twin engine platformDesign cues align with latest KTM Duke family stylingSpotted test mule indicates early-stage validation phasePositioned between KTM 390 Duke and larger middleweight modelsLaunch timeline remains unconfirmed, development restart is key...
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Highlights2026 Beijing Auto Show sets global records with 380,000 square meters exhibition areaTotal of 1,451 vehicles displayed, including 181 debut models and 71 concept carsEvent draws 1.28 million visitors, including 65,000 overseas attendeesAI integration and intelligent driving emerge as core themes across automakersLevel 3 autonomous...
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HighlightsJoby Aviation conducts air taxi flight tests in New YorkFocus on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, eVTOLMarks a major step toward urban air mobility deploymentBacked by regulatory coordination and infrastructure planningPositions New York as a future air taxi hubTargets reduced travel times across congested...
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HighlightsRoyal Enfield Classic 350 Flex Fuel spotted testing on public roadsDevelopment aligns with India’s ethanol fuel adoption strategyBased on the existing Classic 350 platformExpected to support higher ethanol blendsVisual changes minimal, mechanical updates likely significantNo official launch timeline confirmed yetSignals Royal Enfield’s move toward alternative...
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HighlightsGeely Starship 7 EV unveiled as a new-generation electric SUV conceptBuilt on Geely’s advanced EV architecture with focus on efficiency and intelligenceShowcases next-gen design language and digital cockpit integrationHints at future production SUV lineup under Geely’s global strategyEmphasis on smart driving technology and connected mobilityPositions...
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HighlightsGovernment reform drive targets long-standing driving licence delaysBacklog of 2.9 million licences under active clearance planSecurity Printing Center now central to production scale-up24-hour licence issuance system introduced for new applicantsDigital integration via Nagarik App planned within weeks42 transport offices nationwide feeding centralized systemPolicy push led...
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HighlightsMorbidelli unveils a new 125cc twin cylinder motorcycleRare configuration in entry-level segment, twin-cylinder layout stands outDesign and engineering reflect premium positioning in small-displacement classAimed at riders seeking refinement over traditional single-cylinder bikesGlobal reveal signals brand revival and expansion strategyNo official pricing or market launch timeline...
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HighlightsPublic transport fares increased across Nepal following fuel price revisionDepartment of Transport Management implemented automatic fare adjustmentHike linked directly to petroleum price changesApplies to passenger vehicles nationwideFreight transport tariffs also revised alongside passenger faresMarks another instance of price volatility impacting mobility costsCommuters face growing burden...
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HighlightsParamount Motors to introduce four new Wuling models in NepalExpansion follows growing demand for affordable electric mobilityLineup expected to include EV-focused offerings from WulingImporter confirms gradual rollout strategy rather than a single launch eventTargets Nepal’s budget and urban mobility segmentStrengthens competition against entry-level EV brandsDealership...
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Highlights2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 facelift officially revealed with design and feature updatesGets a bigger battery pack for improved driving rangeExterior tweaks sharpen the futuristic stanceInterior upgrades include new tech and usability improvementsEnhanced safety and driver assistance features addedExpected to strengthen position against rivals like Tesla...
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HighlightsMG U9 EV electric pickup confirmed for Nepal arrivalMG expanding premium EV portfolio beyond SUVsExpected to be introduced by Paramount Motors, MG’s official distributor in NepalPositions as a premium, lifestyle-focused electric pickupSignals growing demand for utility-focused EVs in NepalLikely to compete with future electric pickup...
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Highlights622 government vehicles reclaimed from unauthorized use across ministries and agenciesOffice of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers leads enforcement driveOnly gazetted first-class officials legally entitled to individual vehicle useApril 20 circular triggered immediate nationwide complianceNew system allows shared vehicle use for operational needsMove...
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HighlightsMG S6 Electric SUV confirmed for Nepal entry via Paramount MotorsFeatures a 77 kWh battery with up to 526 km WLTP rangePowered by 180 kW motor, producing 245 PS and 350 NmRear-wheel-drive layout confirmed for Nepal marketLarge SUV footprint with 4708 mm length and 2835...
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HighlightsFast Track project construction pace has accelerated significantlyFocus on tunnel construction and key structural segmentsNepal Army continues to lead execution and coordinationCritical infrastructure work progressing across multiple sectionsProject seen as a strategic national priorityImproved mobilization of workforce and equipmentLong-term impact expected on transport efficiency and...
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HighlightsTraffic fine proposal suggests penalties up to Rs 1 lakhGovernment initiative aimed at stricter road disciplineExisting penalty framework under review for revisionFocus on violations including reckless driving and rule breachesPolicy stage still under discussion, not implemented yetPotential impact on drivers, enforcement agencies, and road safetyGovernment...
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HighlightsPedestrians now fall under traffic enforcement, not just driversOn-the-spot fines up to Rs 500 proposed for rule violationsTransport inspectors gain new authority under draft legislationTraffic offense scope expands from 20 to 34 categoriesPart of broader road safety reforms targeting disciplineSignals a cultural shift in how...
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