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New traffic law draft set to move forward under new government

KATHMANDU: Nepal’s long-pending new vehicle and transport law is likely to move forward once the new government takes office, replacing the outdated Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 2049. The Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport had already prepared the draft…
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Legacy automakers slow EV push despite $70 billion spending

KATHMANDU: Several major automakers are reassessing their electric vehicle (EV) strategies after spending nearly $70 billion on electrification programs that are now being scaled back. Changing policy conditions in the United States and slower-than-expected EV demand have forced companies to…
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Rising vehicle prices drive car ownership costs to record highs

KATHMANDU: The cost of owning a car in the United States has risen sharply in recent years, putting increasing pressure on household finances in a country where most people rely on personal vehicles for daily transportation. Industry data shows the…