KATHMANDU: Six automakers selling sub-four-meter SUVs in Nepal imported a combined 1,813 units in 2025, according to annual import data. The brands include Maruti Suzuki, Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, Tata, and Mahindra, covering both petrol and electric models in the popular…

KATHMANDU: Sales of fully electric cars surpassed petrol vehicles in the European Union for the first time in December, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). Battery-electric vehicle registrations also exceeded petrol car sales across the wider…

KATHMANDU: All 34 bridges under construction on the Narayanghat-Daunne section of the Narayanghat-Butwal road project have been completed, according to the Narayanghat-Butwal Road Project (Eastern Section). The section, which falls under the East-West Highway, is being upgraded to four lanes.…

KATHMANDU: Dirt motorcycles are gaining popularity in Nepal. Demand has increased with the growth of off-road riding and adventure tourism. Earlier limited to a small group of riders, dirt motorcycles are now preferred by young riders, adventure enthusiasts, travel vloggers,…

KATHMANDU: Renault has unveiled the third-generation Duster for the Indian market, marking the return of the iconic nameplate after a long gap. First launched in India in 2012, the Duster played a key role in shaping the mid-size SUV segment.…