KATHMANDU: Nepal Oil Corporation has once again increased the prices of petroleum products. According to the corporation, petrol prices have gone up by Rs 17 per liter, while diesel/kerosene has increased by Rs 25 per liter. The price of cooking…

KATHMANDU: The recent Iran conflict has already impacted the global automotive industry, even as tensions begin to ease. Analysts say even a quick end to the war will not prevent a significant sales shortfall in 2027. Shipping through the Strait…

KATHMANDU: China is rapidly expanding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing, with Seres emerging as a key example. Based in Chongqing, the company operates in a city that produced around 2.5 million vehicles between January and November 2025,…

KATHMANDU: Toyota Motor Corporation continues to invest in hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles despite low global demand. The company is maintaining a multi-path strategy instead of focusing only on battery EVs, writes FT. Global hydrogen passenger car sales crossed just 16,000 units…

KATHMANDU: SPG Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. has announced an extended battery warranty for electric SUVs under the Chery Group. The company will offer an 11-year or 240,000 km warranty on all EV models from Omoda, Jaecoo, and iCar. Currently, the lineup…