KATHMANDU: Electric vehicles equipped with backup internal combustion engine generators, known as Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs), are now the fastest-growing type of powertrain globally, according to BloombergNEF’s Electric Vehicle Outlook 2025. These vehicles mainly run on battery power but include…

KATHMANDU: Japanese automaker Nissan has unveiled the third-generation model of its popular electric vehicle, the Leaf, which has been redesigned as a crossover SUV. Nissan claims the all-new 2026 Leaf has a fresh look, enhanced range, improved driving comfort and…

KATHMANDU: MAW Vriddhi, the authorized distributor of Deepal electric vehicles in Nepal, has launched a new promotional scheme titled ‘Drive Now, Pay Later’. Under the offer, customers purchasing premium Deepal EV models will not have to pay monthly installments for…

KATHMANDU: With the rising popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) in Nepal, the government’s role has become more critical than ever. EVs are now more affordable, and consumer interest is growing rapidly. Dealers are introducing new models and expanding their networks.…

KATHMANDU: Chairperson of Toyota Motors, Akio Toyoda, has raised concerns about the environmental impact of electric vehicles (EVs), saying that they may not be as clean as people believe. Speaking to Automotive News, Toyoda, who is also the grandson of…