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KTM and Bajaj are developing a new sub‑500cc twin‑cylinder engine in India.

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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Hyundai Santro Celebrates 25 Years of Nepali Roads

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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Nepal’s First Locally Assembled Electric Bus Moves Closer to Launch

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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Suzuki Access 125 gets ABS – first look

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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Nissan Gravite finally set for Feb 17 launch in Nepal

Highlights Nissan Gravite launch confirmed for Feb 17 2026 in Nepal Built on the Renault Triber‑derived CMF‑A Plus platform Powered by a 1.0 L 3‑cylinder petrol unit, paired with 5‑speed manual or 5‑speed AMT Seven‑seat layout within a 4 m footprint, targeting families Front fascia...

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Myagdi‑Beni to New Delhi Direct Bus Service Launches – Full Details

Highlights Modern Era Tours and Travels and Srishti Yatayat launch the first direct Beni‑New Delhi bus service. Daily departures: 6:45 am from Beni, 4:00 pm from Sarojini Nagar, Delhi. Route covers 1,400 km and takes roughly 27 hours. One‑way fare: ₹5,400 (Beni → Delhi) and...

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Bajaj to Release Over Half a Dozen New Motorcycles in 2026

Highlights Bajaj plans to launch up to eight new motorcycles in the next 12 months. More than half a dozen models will debut in 2026, adding to the seven already shown since last Tihar. The Pulsar family remains the core growth engine, with a focus...

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Mahindra makes Scorpio Pickup ready for global debut

Highlights Mahindra will launch a Scorpio Pickup built on the refreshed Scorpio N platform. Two cabin options: a single‑cab for two occupants and a double‑cab that seats four to five. Powertrain choices include a 2.0‑litre turbo petrol delivering 200 hp and a 2.2‑litre diesel offered...

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Hyundai Creta Gets a Fresh Cabin Ahead of 2026 Mid‑Year Launch

Highlights Hyundai Creta third‑generation interior images released from a South Korean test run. Cabin adopts a horizontal, premium layout with new door‑handle styling. Front‑seat headrest echoes the newer Kia Seltos design language. Rear legroom expected to increase, rear air‑conditioning vent retained. Initial launch hinted for...

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CFMoto rolls out three new motorcycles in Nepal – launch details and specs

Highlights CFMoto 450 CLC Cruiser and CFMoto Babbler debut together in Nepal CFMoto 250 Dual off‑road model also announced Engine: 449 cc liquid‑cooled DOHC twin, 40 hp power, 42 Nm torque 6‑speed gearbox with slipper clutch, double‑channel ABS Premium equipment: belt drive, 16‑inch alloy wheels,...

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Toyota unveils 2026 Corolla Cross with 25 km per litre fuel economy

Highlights Toyota announces the 2026 Corolla Cross for the Nepali market Claimed fuel economy of up to 25 km per litre – a first for the segment Powered by a 2.0 litre four‑cylinder engine delivering 169 hp Fresh front‑end with a wider grille, LED headlamps...

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Tesla launches cheapest Model 3 in South Korea at $28,300

Highlights Tesla introduces a cheaper Model 3 in South Korea Entry‑level price set at $28,300, exactly $7,100 below the current Korean spec Expected launch price in China is $24,300 Driving range drops to 382 km, versus 583 km on the standard version 0‑100 km/h acceleration...

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The Future Arrives: Hyundai Ioniq 7 Launch Details

Highlights Hyundai announces the upcoming Ioniq 7, its largest electric SUV to date Global rollout slated for early 2025, with initial deliveries in South Korea, Europe and North America Built on the E‑GMP platform, featuring a dual‑motor layout and an optional three‑motor performance version Pricing...

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Traffic Police Install Dashboard Cameras on Public Transport in Kathmandu

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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Who Leads Nepal’s Small Electric Hatchback Segment?

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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Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella arrives in Nepal with dual‑battery EV SUV

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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Massive €5 kharb subsidy sparks EV boom in Germany, BYD set to gain

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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New Ampere Magnus G Max Hits Indian Roads for Under ₹1 Lakh

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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Tata Tiago EV Facelift Spotted in India, Launch Looms

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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Vinfast Expands Indian EV Lineup with Viper, Felis Two and Evo

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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