KATHMANDU: Chinese automakers are adapting to European Union tariffs on electric vehicles by shifting focus to plug-in hybrids, according to a new industry report. The European Union imposed tariffs on China-made EVs in late 2024 to limit low-cost imports. The…

KATHMANDU: Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has introduced a new motocross motorcycle in the international market. The company has launched the Ducati Desmo250 MX, its smallest model in the Desmo lineup. The new Desmo250 MX is based on the Ducati Desmo450…

KATHMANDU: The upgrade work of the Syafrubesi-Rasuwagadhi road section has gained momentum with Chinese support. The project, being carried out under a grant from the Chinese government, started in January and construction activities are currently ongoing. Engineers from the Galchhi-Trishuli-Mailung-Rasuwagadhi…

KATHMANDU: China has started testing sodium-ion battery technology in heavy-duty electric trucks as manufacturers look for alternatives to lithium-ion batteries. Truck maker FAW Jiefang has completed real-world testing of sodium-powered electric trucks under different weather and operating conditions. The test…

KATHMANDU: Tata Motors has released a new teaser of the Sierra EV ahead of its official debut scheduled for June 30 in India. The electric SUV will sit between the Curvv EV and Harrier EV in Tata’s EV lineup. The…