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Can Toyota stage a real EV comeback before it’s too late?

KATHMANDU: Toyota, one of the world’s largest automakers, is preparing for a major push in the pure electric vehicle market after years of focusing on hybrid technology. The Japanese automaker has been successful with hybrid vehicles, but its battery electric…
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728 passenger cars imported last month; EVs hold 61% share

KATHMANDU: Nepal imported a total of 728 passenger vehicles in (Falgun) mid-February to mid-March 2026, according to customs data. The figure is lower than the monthly average of over 1,000 units recorded so far in the current fiscal year 2025/26.…
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Audi hints at rugged electric SUV to rival Defender, G-Class

KATHMANDU: Audi is planning a new rugged electric SUV that could compete with models like the Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Audi CEO Gernot Dollner hinted at the development during the company’s annual media conference. While he did not…