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US sets up strategic critical minerals reserve under project vault

KATHMANDU: The US government has announced Project Vault, a new strategic reserve aimed at securing rare earths and critical minerals used in automobiles, EVs, and advanced manufacturing, according to The White House. The initiative, established through an executive order signed…
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Leapmotor targets global expansion with low-cost electric vehicle strategy

KATHMANDU: Chinese electric vehicle maker Leapmotor is emerging as a mass-market competitor to BYD by focusing on affordable EVs instead of premium technology, according to media reports. The company targets budget-conscious buyers, particularly in smaller Chinese cities. This strategy has…
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AVATR 07 electric SUV brought to Nepal for test runs

KATHMANDU: Chinese premium electric vehicle brand AVATR has brought its new AVATR 07 SUV to Nepal for testing purposes. The model has been imported by CG MAW Evolution Pvt Ltd, the official distributor of AVATR vehicles in Nepal. The company…
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China’s global auto market share hits record 35.6% in 2025

KATHMANDU: China took a record 35.6 percent share of the global automotive market in 2025, its highest level so far, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). Global vehicle sales reached 96.47 million units, up 5 percent…
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iCaur V23 launched in 8 cities across Nepal

KATHMANDU: SPG Automobiles Pvt. Ltd., the authorized distributor of iCaur in Nepal, has officially launched the iCaur V23 electric SUV in eight major cities at the same time. The iCaur V23 is now available in Birtamod, Biratnagar, Birgunj, Butwal, Dang,…