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Lexus to launch first China-made electric SUV

KATHMANDU: Lexus is set to launch its first China-made vehicle in 2027. The upcoming all-electric SUV will be manufactured at Toyota’s new plant in Shanghai’s Jinshan District. The facility will become Lexus’ first wholly owned manufacturing plant outside Japan. Construction…
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Yangwang Altior spied undisguised, takes aim at Maybach and Ghost

KATHMANDU: BYD’s luxury sedan, the Yangwang Altior, has been spotted without camouflage ahead of its official debut in the UAE, expected around November 5, 2026. The new flagship sedan is designed to compete with high-end luxury models such as the…
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Proton e.MAS 5 vs Dongfeng Nammi Box E2: value-for-money Verdict

KATHMANDU: Choosing the right electric hatchback has become increasingly difficult for buyers in Nepal, with several models competing in the same price segment. Buyers spending between Rs 2.5 million and Rs 3.5 million can now choose from models such as…
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Hyundai’s affordable electric SUV likely to be called Ioniq P

KATHMANDU: Hyundai Motor Company is preparing to expand its electric vehicle portfolio in India with a new entry-level electric SUV, which is expected to be named the Ioniq P. The upcoming model, internally code-named HE1i, is expected to enter the…
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Toyota unveils new hybrid engines with 15% better fuel efficiency

KATHMANDU: Toyota has developed a new 1.5-liter gasoline engine for its next-generation hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, promising more than 15% better fuel efficiency. The new four-cylinder engine will be available in naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions. It is smaller…