KATHMANDU: Tata EV imports in Nepal increased sharply in January 2026, with authorized distributor Sipradi Trading bringing in 253 units of electric cars, according to customs data. The shipment includes the Tata Punch EV, Tiago EV, Nexon K3 EV, and…

KATHMANDU: Toyota Motor plans to increase global hybrid vehicle production by around 30 percent by 2028, as demand shifts away from pure electric vehicles in several major markets. According to media reports, Toyota expects to produce 6.7 million hybrid vehicles…

KATHMANDU: Automobile distributors in Nepal are preparing to launch multiple new car models as competition in the market continues to grow. With the rising presence of Chinese brands, the pace of new model introductions has accelerated in recent years. As…

KATHMANDU: The US government has announced Project Vault, a new strategic reserve aimed at securing rare earths and critical minerals used in automobiles, EVs, and advanced manufacturing, according to The White House. The initiative, established through an executive order signed…

KATHMANDU: China took a record 35.6 percent share of the global automotive market in 2025, its highest level so far, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). Global vehicle sales reached 96.47 million units, up 5 percent…