KATHMANDU: The electric vehicle (EV) market has seen strong competition between two models launched during the 2024 NADA Auto Show – Dongfeng Naami and Tata Punch. With sales going neck-on-neck, both models have drawn significant interest from consumers, sparking debate…

KATHMANDU: Although many automobile companies are considering ending the production of fuel-powered cars and going fully electric, some are now rethinking their plans. Since a lot of money has already been invested in EV technology, redesigning electric cars to include fuel…

KATHMANDU: Nepal is witnessing a steady decline in the import of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars as new electric vehicles (EVs) flood global markets. With EV imports growing with every passing month, the second-hand EV market is also beginning to…

Few days ago, a test drive of the all-wheel-drive JAEECO J6 model was underway at the Gokarna Golf Resort. At the resort, Shatyaman Shrestha, a resident of Shankhamul, was asking his friend, “Which EV is the right choice?” Curious, I…

KATHMANDU: Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is rapidly increasing in Nepal. EVs now account for around 70% of new car sales, surpassing internal combustion engine vehicles. This shift has been driven primarily by government tax exemptions. Other contributing factors include growing…