KATHMANDU: The government is planning to ban the import of electric scooters with a range of less than 100 kilometers.
The Department of Transport Management (DoTM) has prepared a draft of the new Vehicle Import, Production and Installation Directive, 2025, which states that only electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers with a minimum range of 100 kilometers can be imported into the country.
If implemented, the rule will prevent the entry of low-range scooters into the domestic market.
Electric scooters from over 50 brands are currently available in the Nepali market. Many of these scooters off range of less than 100 kilometers.
Officials of the DoTM say that the move is intended to reduce consumer inconvenience caused by frequent charging.
Electric scooters from over 50 brands are currently available in the Nepali market. Many of these scooters off range of less than 100 kilometers.
The DoTM has said that it would collect feedback from stakeholders before finalizing the draft.
