KATHMANDU: The electric vehicle business is becoming a litmus test for Nepal’s corporate sector. Business groups that have long been successful in industries outside automobiles are now rapidly entering the EV market. The trend is raising questions about the sector’s…

KATHMANDU: TVS Motor Company’s first adventure motorcycle, the TVS RTX 300, is expected to arrive in Nepal soon. Jagdamba Motors, the brand’s authorized distributor in Nepal, has begun preparations for its launch. The company has already brought the motorcycle to…

KATHMANDU: Nepal’s sub-Rs. 5 million electric SUV segment is becoming increasingly competitive. Among the latest entrants, the BYD Atto 2 and Dongfeng Nammi 06 (Vigo) have quickly emerged as two of the most talked-about models. Both compact electric SUVs have…

KATHMANDU: Nepal has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing electric vehicle (EV) markets. EVs now account for around 72 percent of new passenger car sales, making the country a global example of rapid EV adoption. Government incentives, lower operating…

KATHMANDU: The Government of Nepal has proposed allowing senior government officials to receive a monthly driver allowance if they choose to drive themselves instead of using an official driver. The provision is included in the draft Vehicle Management Guidelines for…