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Renault reveals Filante hybrid SUV developed jointly with Geely

KATHMANDU: Renault Korea has unveiled the Filante, its largest hybrid SUV, developed jointly with Chinese automaker Geely. The new model was revealed in South Korea on January 13, 2026, The Filante is priced from USD 29,390. The Filante is the…
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Ducati plans 10 new motorcycle launches in India in 2026

KATHMANDU: Ducati has confirmed plans to launch 10 new motorcycle models in the Indian market in 2026. The rollout has already begun with the launch of the Panigale V4R on January 2, 2026. In the first quarter of the year,…
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Toyota retains the global sales crown for the sixth consecutive year

KATHMANDU: Toyota Motor remained the world’s best-selling automaker in 2025, marking six years at the top, according to official data. Between January and November, Toyota sold 10.32 million vehicles worldwide, surpassing Volkswagen’s full-year sales of 8.98 million units, down 0.5%…
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Forest fire in China forces indefinite closure of Tatopani border

KATHMANDU: The Nepal-China northern trade transit point at Tatopani has been completely closed since Monday after a massive forest fire broke out in the Nyalam-Khasa border area on the Chinese side. Chinese authorities have suspended all cross-border movement citing safety…
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Six new EVs expected to enter the Nepali market in 2026

KATHMANDU: As electric vehicles gain popularity in Nepal, price remains the most decisive factor for buyers. Budget planning largely determines whether a customer chooses a hatchback, a compact SUV, or a premium electric model. EVs priced from around Rs 2…