KATHMANDU: Toyota is taking its luxury game to the next level by transforming its iconic Century into a standalone ultra-premium brand that will sit above Lexus. The Century has long been a symbol of prestige in Japan. First introduced in…

KATHMANDU: Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles reached a record 2.1 million units in September, up 26% year-on-year, according to market research firm Rho Motion. The growth was mainly driven by strong demand in China and a surge…

KATHMANDU: The construction of the Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola Tunnel Project, listed as a national pride project, is unlikely to meet its extended completion deadline of October 25, as around four percent of the work remains unfinished. According to Project Director Saujanya Nepal,…

KATHMANDU: Competition between models from the same brand can be quite interesting and that’s what’s happening with Jaecoo’s two electric SUVs, the J5 and J6. Both models, launched under Chery’s new energy brand Omoda/Jaecoo by SPG Automobile Company, are attracting…

KATHMANDU: Electric vehicles from China are expanding rapidly in the Nepali market. China currently has around 129 car brands, including multiple sub-brands established by major automakers, producing battery electric, plug-in hybrid and extended-range electric vehicles. Most of these brands are…