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Iran‑Israel Conflict Affects Chinese Automobile Export Routes

Highlights China sees Dubai slip as a key transshipment hub amid the Iran‑Israel clash Jebel Ali port shut after a March 1 attack, halting a major export corridor 2023 Chinese car shipments to UAE hit 5.67 lakh units, a 70 percent jump from the prior...

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Ampere overtakes Ola to become India’s fifth largest electric scooter brand

Highlights Grieves Electric Mobility launches the Ampere line in Nepal through STC Group In February 2024 Ampere sold 4,478 units, pushing Ola to 3,891 units 33 percent sales growth in the first two months of FY2026 vs FY2025 TVS, Bajaj Auto and Ather Energy hold...

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Ampere launches Magnus Neo and Nexus electric scooters in Nepal

Highlights Ampere introduces two new electric scooters – Magnus Neo and Nexus – to the Nepali market. Launch event held by official dealer STC Auto Solution Pvt. Ltd. in Kathmandu. Magnus Neo priced at NPR 3 lakh, Nexus at NPR 3.35 lakh. Both models use...

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New BYD sulfide solid‑state battery promises 10,000 charges

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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Free Zeeho Scooter Check‑up Sparks Buzz Across Nepal

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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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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First Look at Yamaha’s EC‑06 Electric Scooter India Launch – Pricing, Powertrain and Market Impact

Highlights Yamaha EC‑06 debuts in India with a price of ₹1,67,000 (ex‑showroom India) Built at River’s Hoskote, Karnataka plant under a joint production agreement Powertrain: 4 kW battery pack, 6.7 kW mid‑mounted motor, 26 Nm torque Claimed range of 169 km on a single charge,...

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TVS X electric scooter debuts in Nepal with premium specs

Highlights TVS X confirmed for Nepal by official dealer Jagdamba Motors Testing on Kathmandu roads already underway Premium electric scooter with 12.2‑inch TFT display and 11 kW motor 0‑40 km/h sprint in 2.6 seconds, top speed 105 km/h 4.44 kWh battery delivers up to 140 ...

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TVS Registers Design Patent for Futuristic Electric Motorcycle

Highlights TVS Motors files a design patent in India for the FSX Theo electric motorcycle concept seen at EICMA 2025. Patent image shows a rectangular‑shaped fuel‑tank‑area now housing a battery pack, covered by a heat‑shield. The bike adopts a U‑shaped suspension, belt‑drive and a mid‑mount...

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Mass Recall Hits Yamaha Fascino & RayZR 125 – 300k Units Affected

Highlights Yamaha Fascino and Yamaha RayZR 125 hybrid scooters recalled in India Issue limited to front disc caliper on units built 2 May 2024 – 3 September 2025 300,000 units affected across both models Free brake‑caliper replacement at any Yamaha service centre Hybrid powertrain delivers...

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Import Spike Fuels Nepal’s Two-Wheeler Frenzy – 135,747 Units Arrive

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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6,000 km on an Ather 450 electric scooter from Goa to Kathmandu

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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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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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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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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Bajaj Chetak C25 Arrives as the Affordable Urban EV

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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Yamaha launches its first electric scooter from India

Highlights Yamaha EC‑06 marks the brand’s debut in the electric scooter segment Production began in early 2026 at the River plant in Hosakote, Karnataka 4 kWh battery, 6.7 kW motor, 160 km claimed range, 90 km/h top speed Expected price around INR 1.25 lakh, positioned...

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Hero Motorcycles To Be Fitted With Radar Technology

HighlightsHero MotoCorp is working on radar based safety features for motorcycles and scootersTechnology developed with global automotive supplier ValeoBrings car-like ADAS features to mass market two wheelersIncludes collision warnings, blind spot alerts, and lane assistanceExpected to roll out across ICE and electric models, including Vida...

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India-First Honda Electric Scooter Promises Range, Space, and Competitive Pricing

HighlightsHonda is developing a new electric scooter for India with better range, storage, and charging support.Designed to fix past EV issues and compete directly with TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, and Ather Rizta.Targeted launch by late 2026 with strong local sourcing to cut costs.EV market in...

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Motorcycle Prices in Nepal Are Rising in 2025 because of Government Policy

HighlightsMotorcycle prices in Nepal increased by 8 to 15 percent in 2024–2025New Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission rules raised manufacturing and import costsBS4 motorcycles phased out across most brandsCommuter bikes saw price hikes of Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000Dealers expect further increases once old...

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