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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…
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Ashok Leyland sets sights on global top 10 CV manufacturers

KATHMANDU: Ashok Leyland is aiming to rank among the world’s top 10 commercial vehicle manufacturers, according to Hinduja Group Chairman Dheeraj Hinduja. Speaking at the inauguration of the company’s first manufacturing plant in Uttar Pradesh, Hinduja said the facility marks…
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Hero Vida VXZ design revealed through patent filings

KATHMANDU: Hero MotoCorp has filed a design patent for the Vida VXZ electric motorcycle, revealing key styling details ahead of its launch. The Vida VXZ was previously unveiled at EICMA 2025. The electric bike has been developed in partnership with…