KATHMANDU: Flush door handles, a feature increasingly used even in entry-level cars these days, are set to be banned in China. Chinese regulatory authorities are reportedly planning a comprehensive ban on fully retractable (hidden) car door handles across the automotive…

KATHMANDU: Proton Nepal has delivered 10 units of its premium electric SUV, the Proton e.MAS7, in Butwal even before the showroom officially opened. The new outlet will be operated by Balaji E Automobiles for the Butwal-Bhairahawa region. Several customers in…

KATHMANDU: As Tesla from the US and VinFast from Vietnam expand their EV plans in India, Stellantis is preparing to launch Chinese EV brand Leapmotor next fiscal. The company confirmed the plan in April. Stellantis already sells Jeep and Citroen…

KATHMANDU: MG Motor is set to bring a new electric SUV to the market. The model, called the CyberX, was first shown as a concept at the Shanghai Auto Show. It will enter production within the next two years. The…

KATHMANDU: BMW is planning to launch an all-electric version of its next-generation 1 Series in 2027. The new model will be called the i1 and will use technology from BMW’s Neue Klasse lineup. It will be more affordable than larger…