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Xpeng begins local production in Europe

KATHMANDU: Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng has started local production in Europe to reduce the impact of high tariffs and strengthen its market share. The company has launched its first European production line at the Magna plant in Graz, Austria.…
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Zeekr unveils updated X with more power

KATHMANDU: Chinese automaker Zeekr has revealed an updated version of its all-electric X SUV in China. The new model comes with a stronger rear motor but keeps the same exterior design. The RWD model now has a 250 kW (335…
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India’s EV sales top 1 million in FY2025

KATHMANDU: India sold more than 1 million electric vehicles in FY2025, marking a major milestone in its transition towards clean mobility according to ET. Electric two-wheeler sales grew by 21%, while electric three-wheelers saw a 57% rise during the fiscal…
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CATL fuels global EV growth with new LFP and sodium-ion batteries

KATHMANDU: Chinese battery giant CATL is boosting its global electric vehicle (EV) market presence with two groundbreaking advancements in battery technology. At the IAA Munich auto show, the company unveiled its Shenxing Pro lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, designed for…