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Fast‑charge revolution: Chinese battery maker claims 12‑minute full charge

Highlights Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) announces a battery that can reach full charge in 12 minutes. Claim applies to standard‑size packs used in most electric vehicles today. Battery retains ≈80 % capacity after 15 lakh miles (about 1.5 million km) of use. Integrated...

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Inside the New Jeep Meridian Track India Launch – Pricing, Features and Market Impact

Highlights Jeep Meridian Track edition arrives in India, built on the Meridian Overland platform Two drivetrain options: 4×2 and 4×4, both with a 9‑speed automatic Power comes from the existing 2.0‑litre diesel delivering 168 bhp and 350 Nm torque Pricing set at ₹35,95,000 for the...

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New Bajaj Dominar 400 Launch in Nepal Price Specs

Highlights New Bajaj Dominar 400 version officially launched in Kathmandu by Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Sales started on 6 July 2025, bookings opened a week earlier. Price set at 6,34,900 NPR for the base trim. First Dominar with a full‑digital console, Smart Connect, and USB...

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Why Tata’s Nexon Dominated Nepal’s January Car Market

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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Leapmotor launches ‘One Day at Home’ test‑drive program in Nepal

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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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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Hyosung Unveils Nepal's First Twin‑Engine 250 cc Adventure Bike – Price, Specs and Launch Timeline

Highlights Hyosung brings Nepal its first Twin‑Engine Adventure Bike in the 250cc segment Engine: 248.2 cc, liquid‑cooled, 8‑valve, SOHC, EFI, twin‑cylinder Output: 25.5 PS @ 9,500 rpm, 20 Nm @ 7,000 rpm Transmission: 6‑speed gearbox, dual‑disc front brakes, dual‑channel ABS Rider aids: LED headlamp, full‑LED...

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Early Arrival: 2026 Geely EX5 Hits Nepal Ahead of Schedule

Highlights LRR Motors brings the 2026 Geely EX5 to Nepal in the first month of 2026, well before the typical mid‑year rollout. The EV features a single‑motor electric powertrain delivering 150 kW (201 hp) and 310 Nm of torque. Li‑ion battery pack sized at 66 ...

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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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BYD Yangwang U7 dances into the spotlight – the world’s first ‘dancing’ electric SUV

Highlights BYD unveils the Yangwang U7, a premium electric SUV billed as the world’s first “dancing” car Four independent electric motors deliver a combined 1,341 hp and launch from 0‑100 km/h in 2.9 seconds A 150 kWh battery promises more than 1,006 km of range...

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KTM 390 Adventure R debuts in India with lower price tag

Highlights KTM 390 Adventure R launched for the Indian market Price set at 3,77,915 NPR (ex‑showroom), a drop of 18,829 NPR from the previous variant Powered by a 399 cc liquid‑cooled single‑cylinder engine delivering 46 PS and 39 Nm torque Equipped with 230 mm WP...

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AK47 Maker's, Kalashnikov’s IZH Enduro Enters the Electric Enduro Segment

Highlights Kalashnikov (the famed AK‑47 rifle maker) unveils the IZH Enduro electric motorcycle Launch slated for early 2026, with production in Russia Two motor options: 3 kW and 5 kW brushless IPMSM units Top speed 120 km/h, single‑charge range up to 100 km Unique flat‑bed...

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Inside Hyundai’s Upcoming Compact SUV - Specs, Features, and Market Impact

Highlights Hyundai has been seen testing a new crossover SUV derived from the global BAYON model Body dimensions: 4180 mm long, 1775 mm wide, 1500 mm high with a 2580 mm wheelbase All‑LED lighting, new dashboard, Level 2 ADAS, disc brakes on all wheels, sunroof,...

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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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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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Hero Moves Into EV Two‑Wheeler Space with New VZX Patent

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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Why Motorcycle Mileage Claims Fail in Nepal

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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Dongfeng Tests New 350 Whkg Solid State Battery at Minus 40 Degrees

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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