Highlights Electric car adoption is soaring, but suitability varies wildly Initial cost of EVs remains steep compared with petrol alternatives Lack of home‑charging makes apartment dwellers think twice Range anxiety hits hardest for rural drivers and long‑haul commuters Battery life and resale value are still...
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Highlights Birgunj dry port recorded 572 railway racks of cargo in the first six months of FY 2082/83 (Saun‑Pus). That's 16 fewer racks than the same period last year, which saw 588 racks. A single 20‑ft rack can haul 90 containers, while a 40‑ft rack...
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Highlights Tata Motors posted 70,222 units of passenger‑car sales in Nepal for January 2026 Overall volume rose 46.07% versus the same month in 2025 Tata Nexon topped the chart with 23,365 units, a 51.75% YoY jump Tata Punch followed at 19,257 units, remaining the best‑selling...
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Highlights Toyota Highlander EV will debut in the United States in 2027 Two powertrain options: front‑wheel drive with a 77 kWh pack, all‑wheel drive with a 95.8 kWh pack Claimed ranges: 460 km (FWD) and 515 km (AWD) Front motor delivers 165 kW, AWD combined...
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Highlights Graz University of Technology and Magna debut Europe’s most advanced driving simulator Installed at the new Advanced Driving Simulation Centre in January 2026 Six movable struts, full‑scale cockpit and 3‑4 ms response time replicate real‑world feel Capable of generating vibrations up to 100 Hz,...
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Highlights Bajaj launches a week‑long free checkup campaign across all official service centres in Nepal Campaign runs from Māgh 25 (2025‑12‑09) to Phagun 1 (2025‑12‑16) 50% off on labour charges for any Bajaj motorcycle 16% off on engine‑oil replacement, 10% off on genuine parts and...
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Highlights Skoda KAIQ officially launched by MWA Expands in Kathmandu Launch event held at Chandragiri Hills Resort on 27 Magh 2082 Manual starts at 45.90 lakh NPR, AT at 52.90 lakh NPR Powered by a 1.0 L TSI petrol engine delivering 114 bhp and 178 ...
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Highlights BobMC Rider Mania 2027 confirmed for Kathmandu, organized by Fore Nepal Theme “चलो नेपाल दोबारा” signals a push to re‑energise the local riding community More than 2,000 Royal Enfield riders expected, spanning classic, vintage and adventure classes Event follows the successful 2020 edition in...
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Highlights KTM 790 Duke spotted testing with a reworked front end and new projector headlamp First appearance of WP brake callipers on a middle‑weight KTM outside the sub‑500cc range Headlight design cues borrowed from 990 Duke and 1390 Super Duke R Engine expected to stay...
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Highlights Geotab study of 22,700 EVs across 21 models shows fast charging accelerates aging Charging above 100 kW for more than 12% of sessions adds 2.5% annual loss Level‑2 and lower‑power chargers cut degradation to about 1.5% per year Average fleet‑wide loss is 2.3% a...
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Highlights KTM and Bajaj are engineering an all‑new twin‑cylinder engine in India Platform will replace the current 399cc unit across the Duke, Adventure and RC families Engine will sit under the European A2 licence ceiling of 47 bhp (35 kW) Production slated for Bajaj’s Chakan...
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Highlights Leapmotor partners with Sangrila Motors to launch the लीपमोटर सँग १ दिन program in Nepal Customers can take a Leapmotor EV to their home for a full‑day test drive, free of charge The initiative targets buyers who need more than a 10‑minute showroom spin Leapmotor...
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Highlights BYD unveils a sulfide solid‑state battery capable of 10,000 charge cycles Battery targets electric two‑wheelers, promising faster charging and longer life 2027 slated for the first model launch with the new cell 2030 earmarked for mass‑scale production across BYD’s portfolio If the claim holds,...
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Highlights Zeeho EV Care Camp launched by Rishi Trade Center, Reliance Group, kicks off on 26 Magh 2082 (Feb 9 2026) in Kathmandu. Free diagnostic suite covers battery health, charging system, motor, controller, brakes, suspension, tyres, lights and full software scan. Campaign runs through 29 ...
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Highlights Hyundai Santro marks 25 years in Nepal, first arriving in 1999. Launch driven by Lakshmi Intercontinental, Hyundai’s official distributor. The 2000‑model Santro introduced a reliable, fuel‑efficient small‑car formula. Over two‑decades the model built brand trust and customer loyalty across the small car segment. Hyundai...
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HighlightsLocally assembled Made in Nepal electric bus from Sundar Auto Engineer had its public debut today on 8th Feb 2026Designed as 11 seater and 14 seater electric public transport targeting safer alternatives to three wheelersRoad testing planned on Kathmandu streets ahead of official launchSupports Nepal’s...
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Highlights Toyota introduces the 2026 Rav4 to Nepal as a hybrid‑only SUV Built on the robust TNGA‑K platform, sixth generation globally Power comes from a 2.5‑litre inline‑four delivering 226 hp Optional all‑wheel‑drive and four drive‑mode selections (Normal, Eco, Custom, EV) Exterior LED lighting, wheel sizes...
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Highlights iCar V23 officially launched by SPG Automobiles in Nepal Simultaneous rollout in eight major cities: Birtamod, Biratnagar, Birgunj, Butwal, Dang, Surkhet, Nepalganj and Dhankadhi 59.93 kW·h LFP battery paired with a 100kW motor Claimed 401 km (CLTC) range on a single charge Ground clearance...
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HighlightsHonda launches Dio 125 X Edition and Shine 125 Limited Edition with visual upgradesNo mechanical changes. Engines and performance remain familiar and trustedUpdated models stay OBD2B compliant with digital features and USB Type C chargingPricing remains competitive in the crowded 125cc scooter and commuter bike...
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Highlights Suzuki Access 125 receives a safety‑focused update with single‑channel ABS Two trims arrive: Ride Connect ABS Edition and Ride Connect TFT ABS Edition Prices set at 92,328 INR for the base model and 98,378 INR for the TFT version Powered by a 124 cc air‑cooled four‑stroke...
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