KATHMANDU: The government has proposed to reduce penalties for late renewal of driving license. At present, drivers currently are charged up to 500% of the renewal fee for delayed renewals. The draft Motor Vehicles and Transport Bill, 2025, seeks to…

KATHMANDU: People caught driving under the influence of alcohol can now take mandatory awareness classes from the comfort of their homes. Since many felt embarrassed attending these sessions at the traffic police office, officials decided to launch a more private,…

KATHMANDU: Nepal is witnessing a steady decline in the import of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars as new electric vehicles (EVs) flood global markets. With EV imports growing with every passing month, the second-hand EV market is also beginning to…

KATHMANDU: Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is rapidly increasing in Nepal. EVs now account for around 70% of new car sales, surpassing internal combustion engine vehicles. This shift has been driven primarily by government tax exemptions. Other contributing factors include growing…