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Chinese President warns officials against over-investing in AI and EVs

KATHMANDU: Chinese President Xi Jinping has raised concerns over the country’s concentrated push into EVs, AI and computing power. Speaking at a recent urban development meeting in Beijing, Xi questioned whether all provinces should continue investing heavily in these sectors,…
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Tata Punch sets record as fastest-selling SUV

KATHMANDU: Tata Motors has announced that the Tata Punch has crossed the 6000,000 unit sales milestone. The SUV achieved this in less than four years since its launch in October 2021, making it the fastest-selling SUV in India. The Punch…
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XPENG crosses 800,000 global deliveries amid steady EV market growth

KATHMANDU: XPENG, a leading smart electric vehicle brand from China, has achieved a major milestone by crossing 800,000 global deliveries as of July 11, 2025. The growth reflects the brand’s rising popularity worldwide and continued momentum in the electric vehicle…
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India set to launch battery passport for EVs

KATHMANDU: India is set to roll out a “Battery Passport” system for electric vehicles (EVs) in a move to improve safety, traceability and export potential, according to a report by The Times of India. The system will digitally record the…
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India’s Matter energy unveils electric motorcycle with manual gearbox

KATHMANDU: Indian EV startup Matter Energy has launched its first electric motorcycle, the Aera 5000, featuring a manual gearbox—an uncommon addition in electric two-wheelers. The bike comes with a sporty, futuristic design and sharp lines, giving it the appearance of…