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NADA delegation meets Governor Poudel, gives five-point suggestions

KATHMANDU: A delegation from the NADA Automobiles Association of Nepal (NADA) met with the newly appointed Governor of the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), Dr Biswo Poudel, on Friday and held discussion on several issues affecting the country’s automobile sector. The…
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Manang launch testament to Maxus eTerron 9’s off-road prowess

KATHMANDU: The eTerron 9, a new all-electric pickup truck from Maxus, was officially launched in the Nepali market earlier this week. Himalayan Motors, the authorized distributor of Maxus vehicles in Nepal, chose to launch the pickup truck in the rugged…
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Five features that give Creta Electric an edge over its rivals

KATHMANDU: Launched in late March, Creta Electric is already making a strong road presence on Nepali roads. As per import data till May 15, the electric sibling of Hyundai’s popular Creta SUV has made a promising start despite facing stiff…
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BYD launches Dolphin Surf EV in Europe

KATHMANDU: BYD has officially launched its compact electric city car, the Dolphin Surf, in Europe. Unveiled in Berlin on Wednesday, the Dolphin Surf becomes BYD’s 10th model available in the region and is set to intensify competition in the affordable…
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Honda reduces EV investment to focus on hybrids

KATHMANDU: Japanese automaker Honda has announced a strategic shift in its electrification plans by reducing its investment in electric vehicles (EVs) and placing greater emphasis on hybrid technology. The move comes amid a global slowdown in EV demand. Honda—the second-largest…