KATHMANDU: More than 2,300 electric cars were imported into Nepal during Bhadra (mid-August to mid-September) of the current fiscal year. Around 70% of the imported EVs were SUVs, reflecting strong demand for electric SUVs in the Nepali market. Importers brought…

KATHMANDU: ICE-powered vehicles accounted for less than half of global new-vehicle sales for the first time in the first half of 2026. Higher oil prices and lower running costs helped increase demand for electric vehicles, according to Nikkei. Data from…

KATHMANDU: Indian automakers Tata Motors and Mahindra recorded strong vehicle sales in September 2026, with both companies posting significant growth in their key segments. Tata Motors sold 15,384 electric vehicles (EVs) in September, setting a new monthly sales record. EV…

KATHMANDU: Yadea has announced a festive offer for customers in Nepal. The company’s official distributor, Kuzu Nepal, has introduced the ‘Dashain-Tihar Ko Bahar, Yadea ma Bachat Das Hajar’ scheme. Under the offer, customers buying a new Yadea electric scooter can…

KATHMANDU: Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) makers reported strong sales in September 2026, with BYD leading the market by a wide margin. Leapmotor ranked second, followed by Changan’s Nevo brand, according to Chinese media reports. BYD sold 456,713 passenger vehicles…