Highlights 8,272 units of cars, jeeps and vans imported in the first six months of FY 2082/83 Overall import volume rose 9.82% YoY, adding 740 units Petrol car imports jumped 55.9% to 3,199 units, led by Hyundai at 49.48% share Electric vehicle (EV) imports slipped...
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Highlights Two-wheeler market in Nepal registers a 25.20% import growth in FY 2082/83 (first six months). 135,747 units of motorcycles and scooters landed at the border, a rise of 27,328 units over the same period last year. 79.52% of those arrivals are unassembled (CKD) kits...
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Highlights Kathmandu Valley traffic police begin CCTV and dashboard camera installation on all public‑service vehicles. Launch announced by Nares Raj Subedi, spokesperson for the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office. Cameras aim to curb theft, passenger misbehavior, and help pinpoint accident causes. Installation cost will be...
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Highlights Ather 450 electric scooter used for a 6,000 km round‑trip from Goa to Kathmandu Expedition started on 9 January 2026 and covered four major way‑points: Gorakhpur, Butwal, Chitwan, Kathmandu Ride recorded for the Asia Book of Records as the longest electric scooter journey by...
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Highlights BWD Auto Van imported 830 units in 2025, capturing 54.6% of the compact EV hatchback market. Tata Tiago EV recorded 395 units, translating to a 26% share. Laxmi eMobility and Go eMobility together delivered 161 units, 10.59% of the segment. Leap T‑03 and Daewoo...
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Highlights Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella debut in Kathmandu, Nepal Launch date: 5 pm, Tuesday, Magh 6, 2082 (Bikram Sambat) Two battery packs: 49 kWh and 61 kWh Claimed ranges: 440 km (49 kWh) and 543 km (61 kWh) Powertrain delivers up to 61 kW (≈82 ...
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Highlights Germany announces a €3 billion (≈ 5 kharba Nepali rupees) EV subsidy programGrants range from €1,500 to €6,000 per vehicleProgram runs until 2029, targeting roughly 800,000 EV purchasesChinese brands such as BYD are explicitly eligible, unlike the UK or FranceNo restrictions based on country of...
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HighlightsIndia has handed over 61 vehicles to Nepal as the first batch of election-related logistical supportThe vehicles are part of a larger 650-vehicle assistance commitmentMajority of the fleet consists of double-cab pickup trucks suited for rugged terrainVehicles will be used by the Election Commission, security...
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HighlightsSkoda unveils the 2026 Kushaq facelift with pre-bookings now openMajor design refresh inside and out with connected LED lightingSegment-first features including rear seat massage and Google Gemini AINew 8-speed automatic gearbox joins familiar turbo-petrol enginesPanoramic sunroof and ventilated seats finally arriveTargets Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos,...
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Highlights Ampere launches the Magnus G Max electric scooter in India. Price set at ₹94,999 ex‑showroom, just under the 1 lakh mark. Powered by a 3 kW LFP battery pack delivering up to 142 km claimed range. Real‑world tests show about 100 km on a...
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Highlights Tata Tiago EV facelift seen undergoing road trials in India Updated front end with new headlamp cluster and redesigned bumper Cabin gains large touchscreen infotainment, dual‑spoke steering wheel and digital instrument cluster Powertrain unchanged: 19.2 kWh and 24 kWh battery packs, up to 315 ...
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Highlights Hero files Indian patent for its debut electric motorcycle, code‑named VZX Collaboration with US brand Zero and Indian brand Vida drives development VZX will sit on a brand‑new electric platform, not Zero’s existing architecture Design cues include naked‑sport styling, aggressive street‑fighter looks Features promised: LED head‑lamp,...
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Highlights Hyundai Staria EV introduced at the Brussels Motor Show First fully electric version of Hyundai’s largest MPV 9‑seat luxury variant and a 7‑seat family version announced 84 kWh lithium‑ion battery delivers up to 400 km on a single charge 800 V high‑voltage fast‑charging system...
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Highlights Bajaj rolls out the 2026 Pulsar 125 variant for the Indian market First‑time LED headlamp and LED turn‑indicator pair on the Pulsar 125 Retains 124.38 cc air‑cooled single‑cylinder engine, 11.8 PS, 10.8 Nm torque 5‑speed gearbox, 17‑inch alloy wheels, front disc and rear drum...
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Highlights Nepali riders often see 10‑25 % lower mileage than manufacturers claim Lab testing in India uses smooth‑throttle, no‑load conditions Pollution‑control tuning reduces fuel efficiency on real roads Heavy loads, aggressive riding and frequent braking cut mileage further Poor fuel quality and inadequate service amplify...
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Highlights Vinfast introduces three electric scooters – Evo, Felis Two and Viper – for the Indian market All models feature swappable 1.5 kWh LFP battery packs with dual‑slot under‑seat design Viper and Felis Two use a 3 kW BLDC in‑hub motor; Evo is powered by...
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Highlights Bagmati Province transfers 30 motorcycles to Nepal Police Total investment of NPR 97 lakh 20 thousand Vehicles are TVS 160 cc commuter motorcycles Hand‑over performed by Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniya and Finance Minister Prabhat Tamang Initiative follows damage to police fleet during the...
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Highlights Mazda CX‑6e electric SUV officially revealed Mid‑size, rear‑wheel‑drive EV with a 78 kWh LFP battery WLTP‑rated range of up to 484 km on a single charge 26‑inch touchscreen with voice, gesture and multilingual support Advanced driver‑assist suite and Jinba Ittai philosophy Positioned against Tesla...
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Highlights MG Majestor full‑size SUV confirmed for Nepal Public launch scheduled for February 12, 2026 2.0 L twin‑turbo engine delivering 216 PS and 497 Nm torque 8‑speed torque‑converter automatic with permanent four‑wheel drive 19‑inch dual‑tone alloy wheels, LED headlamps and connected tail‑lights 12.3‑inch floating touchscreen...
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Highlights Honda releases a redesigned H logo that will appear on all EV and hybrid models from 2027 onward The new mark features a two‑handed gesture symbolising expanded mobility and customer focus Logo rollout will include vehicles, dealerships, brand communications and motorsport activities Honda describes...
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Highlights BYD adds two flagship models – Sil 08 sedan and Silian 08 SUV – to the Ocean series Both models are slated to debut in the first quarter of 2026 in China Sil 08 will be the brand’s flagship sedan, Silian 08 the flagship...
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HighlightsNepal Oil Corporation reduces petrol price by NPR 3 per literDiesel and kerosene prices drop by NPR 1 per literNew rates apply across depot categories nationwideFuel prices remain tied to Indian Oil Corporation import costsTransport and logistics sectors see immediate operating cost reliefFuel volatility continues...
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Highlights Skoda Kylak achieves five‑star rating in India NCAP crash testsAdult Occupant Protection score: 30.88 pointsChild Occupant Protection score: 45.00 pointsSix airbags and more than 25 active and passive safety features as standardFirst Skoda model to pass India NCAP, establishing a new safety benchmarkStrong interest...
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Highlights Dongfeng tests its new 350 Wh/kg solid‑state battery in temperatures down to –40 °C Battery retains roughly 72 % of its energy capacity in extreme cold Single‑charge range exceeds 1,000 km according to company data Pilot production line already delivering 0.2 GWh of solid‑state...
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Highlights Bajaj Chetak C25 launched in January 2026, price starts at Rs 91,399 ex‑showroom Delhi 2.5 kWh NMC battery promises 113 km claimed range, about 90 km real‑world 2.2 kW hub‑motor, top speed 55 km/h, 108 kg kerb weight, 25 L under‑seat storage Six colour...
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