KATHMANDU: The Nepali automobile market is experiencing a surge of new entrepreneurs attracted by quick profits and fewer complexities compared to other sectors. While industries such as manufacturing, tourism, agriculture, construction and hydropower require significant infrastructure and years to break…

KATHMANDU: A new study by JD Power shows touchscreen controls are now the biggest complaint among new car owners in the U.S. The 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study collected feedback from over 92,000 buyers and lessees. Most complaints came within…

KATHMANDU: E-commerce firms are kicking off a quiet green revolution in South Asia with every electric ride. In India, e-commerce and food delivery leaders like Flipkart, Amazon, BigBasket, Swiggy and Eternal (previously Zomato) are gradually adopting electric two-wheelers and vehicles…

KATHMANDU: The Bagmati Province Government has decided to retain the existing annual vehicle tax rates for the fiscal year 2025/26, according to the Economic Bill, 2025, presented alongside the provincial budget. While the Bill proposes hikes in vehicle transfer consent…

KATHMANDU: India is mulling over relaxing fuel efficiency standards for small cars weighing under 1,000 kg, as requested by Maruti Suzuki. The move comes as the country’s top automaker struggles with declining sales of small cars amid the growing popularity…