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EVs take center stage in election manifestos

KATHMANDU: With the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, major political parties have unveiled their manifestos, placing electric vehicles (EVs) at the center of their economic and energy strategies. Most parties have prioritized green economy goals and energy…
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Hyundai ready to challenge Chinese carmakers in Europe

KATHMANDU: Hyundai has stated it is prepared to compete directly with fast-growing Chinese car brands in Europe and will not purchase carbon credits to meet European Union emissions regulations, according to FT. Xavier Martinet, Hyundai’s Europe chief, said the company…
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China achieves major breakthrough in solid-state battery technology

KATHMANDU: Chinese scientists have made major progress in developing all-solid-state lithium-metal batteries that could allow electric vehicles to travel over 1,000 km with a 100-kg battery pack, according to state broadcaster CCTV. At present, most solid-state batteries can power vehicles…