The preparations are finished. Now the real test begins.
The 18th NADA Auto Show 2026 is scheduled to open at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu, on August 25 and continue through August 30. NADA Automobile Association of Nepal confirmed that preparations for the six-day exhibition have been completed during a press conference on August 17.
This year's event carries extra weight because it coincides with NADA's 50th anniversary. Rather than simply serving as a showroom spread across exhibition halls, the association says the event is intended to bring the wider automotive ecosystem together, from vehicle manufacturers and distributors to finance companies, component suppliers and service businesses.
That matters in a market where the definition of mobility is changing quickly. Cars and motorcycles remain the centre of attention, but technology, financing, locally assembled products and new forms of mobility are increasingly part of the same conversation.
Scale is the most obvious feature of this year's show. NADA says more than 200 stalls will be installed, covering a broad mix of automotive businesses and products.
| Category | Participation |
|---|---|
| Passenger cars | 23 brands |
| Light commercial vehicles | 17 brands |
| Two-wheelers | 13 brands |
| Banks, finance and insurance | 10 companies |
| Parts and automotive products | 70 stalls |
The 70 automotive product stalls will cover parts, accessories, tyres, lubricants, garage equipment and other related services. The display will also include products assembled in Nepal, along with locally produced lubricants, batteries, helmets and other automotive goods.
For visitors, that mix is important. A modern auto show is no longer only about sitting inside a new car and checking its dashboard. Ownership also depends on financing, tyres, maintenance, accessories and after-sales support. NADA is putting all of those pieces in one place.
New vehicle launches remain one of the strongest reasons to attend an auto show, and NADA says several new models will be introduced during the event.
The show will also feature technology that sits well outside the traditional vehicle display. A G1 humanoid robot and a GO2 quadruped robot are listed among the main attractions, giving the exhibition a broader mobility and technology angle.
That shift is already visible across Nepal's automotive events. The country's recent shows have increasingly become launch platforms for electric vehicles, connected technology and new mobility products. It has been previously reported that several new EVs are being prepared for the upcoming NADA event, including the Thailand-made Nevo Q05.
There is also growing attention around locally developed products. The Yatri P2 electric scooter, for example, has been moving toward production after extensive testing and is expected to appear at the show.
Auto shows are often judged by booking numbers. That is understandable, especially in Nepal, where customers frequently wait for launch offers and event-specific deals.
But the significance of NADA Auto Show 2026 goes beyond immediate sales.
Nepal's automotive market is becoming more crowded, particularly in electric vehicles. Recent market reporting points to intense competition in the Rs. 3 million to Rs. 5 million EV segment, with manufacturers preparing additional models for major automotive exhibitions.
That makes the show a useful snapshot of where manufacturers believe demand is heading.
The competitive pressure is becoming harder to ignore. Earlier reporting on the 2026 auto-show calendar showed that brands are splitting participation between the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo and NADA Auto Show, creating two major automotive events in Kathmandu within a short period.
For consumers, that means more choice, more launches and potentially more pressure on distributors to make their offers stand out.
The exhibition will divide its displays into separate areas for four-wheelers, two-wheelers, financial institutions, automotive components and garage equipment. Visitors will also have access to parking at Nepal Police Club and National Trading, according to NADA.
Advance tickets will be available through the Khalti app, with a 50 percent cashback offer available for a specified period. NADA expects approximately 200,000 visitors over the six days.
| Event detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | NADA Auto Show 2026 |
| Edition | 18th |
| Dates | August 25 to August 30 |
| Venue | Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu |
| Duration | 6 days |
| Expected visitors | Approximately 200,000 |
The timing is also significant. The event follows the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026, which ran from August 11 to August 16 at the same venue. Together, the two exhibitions give buyers an unusually concentrated look at Nepal's automotive market ahead of the major festive buying season.
NADA's Golden Jubilee gives this year's event a ceremonial edge, but the more interesting story is happening underneath it.
The show arrives at a point when Nepal's automotive industry is moving beyond a simple petrol-versus-EV debate. Buyers now have more brands, more body styles, more technology and more financing choices than they did only a few years ago.
That competition is visible in the growing number of EV launches. It is also visible in the emergence of Nepal-made products and in the increasing attention given to components, batteries and technology.
The Yatri P2 is a particularly useful example of that transition, while new imported models such as the Nevo Q05 show how quickly the product mix is expanding.
For manufacturers and distributors, the challenge now is not simply to show up. They have to give customers a reason to care.
For buyers, that could be the most useful outcome of all.
The immediate focus will be on launches, bookings and footfall once the doors open on August 25. The longer-term effect will be easier to judge after the show closes.
New models revealed at Bhrikutimandap will need to move from exhibition stands into real roads, real customer garages and real ownership experiences. The brands that perform well will not necessarily be those with the loudest displays. Product availability, pricing, service support and customer confidence will decide what happens next.
NADA Auto Show 2026 therefore arrives as both a celebration and a market test. Its 200-plus stalls may create the visual spectacle, but the real story will be what consumers choose when the exhibition lights go off.
Q: When is NADA Auto Show 2026?
A: NADA Auto Show 2026 will take place from August 25 to August 30 at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. The exhibition will run for six days.
Q: How many brands will participate in NADA Auto Show 2026?
A: The event is scheduled to include 23 passenger car brands, 17 light commercial vehicle brands and 13 two-wheeler brands, alongside financial institutions and automotive product exhibitors.
Q: How many stalls will be at NADA Auto Show 2026?
A: NADA says the show will have more than 200 stalls, including 70 stalls dedicated to parts, accessories, tyres, lubricants, garage equipment and related products.
Q: Will new vehicles be launched at NADA Auto Show 2026?
A: Yes. NADA has confirmed that new models will be launched during the event. Several new EVs and other products have also been reported as candidates for the exhibition.
Q: What technology attractions will be featured?
A: The event will feature a G1 humanoid robot and a GO2 quadruped robot, alongside vehicle, component and mobility displays.
Q: How many visitors does NADA expect?
A: NADA expects approximately 200,000 visitors during the six-day exhibition. Advance tickets will be available through Khalti, with a 50 percent cashback offer for a specified period.
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