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Word on the street: Bajaj ADV could pack a 250cc engine

KATHMANDU: Bajaj Auto’s upcoming adventure motorcycle is expected to come with a 250cc engine, according to a new report. The new dual-sport-style ADV was recently spotted testing last month in India. The upcoming Bajaj ADV is expected to compete with…
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EVs to get their own insurance policy in Nepal

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Insurance Authority is preparing to introduce a separate insurance policy for electric vehicles. The authority has started discussions to address the growing use of EVs and their specific insurance requirements. The authority is reviewing whether to modify…
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OMODA E5 Pro vs GWM ORA 5: same goal, different game

KATHMANDU: The electric SUV market in Nepal is becoming more competitive, especially in the Rs 4 million to Rs 6 million price range. Buyers now have multiple options with different designs, features, and driving ranges. Chery Group’s Omoda E5 Pro…
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US bans new Polestar sales, including models built in America

KATHMANDU: Electric vehicle maker Polestar will no longer be able to sell new vehicles in the United States from the 2027 model year due to its Chinese ownership links, the company announced. Polestar said the US Commerce Department’s Bureau of…
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New transport bill could hit violators with Rs 100,000 penalty

KATHMANDU: The government has proposed a major increase in traffic penalties under the draft Vehicle and Transport Management Bill. The bill prepared by the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure aims to discourage traffic violations by introducing higher fines and expanding the…