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Honda reduces EV investment to focus on hybrids

KATHMANDU: Japanese automaker Honda has announced a strategic shift in its electrification plans by reducing its investment in electric vehicles (EVs) and placing greater emphasis on hybrid technology. The move comes amid a global slowdown in EV demand. Honda—the second-largest…
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Hyundai launches pre-budget scheme on electric cars

KATHMANDU: Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt Ltd, the authorized distributor of Hyundai vehicles in Nepal, has launched a special pre-budget discount scheme on its electric vehicles (EVs). Issuing a statement, the company said the new scheme is aimed at making EV ownership…
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Bagmati introduces new standards for electric tourist vehicles

KATHMANDU: The Bagmati Province Government has introduced new standards for electric vehicles (EVs) used in tourist transportation. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism enforced the Standards for Quality, Operation, and Management of Tourist Transport (Electric Vehicles), 2025 on Friday. Under…
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iPhone assembler Foxconn to make EVs for Mitsubishi

KATHMANDU: Taiwanese technology company Foxconn, better known as the iPhone assembler, has entered into an agreement with Mitsubishi Motors of Japan to develop and supply electric vehicles (EVs). Under the OEM agreement, Foxtron Vehicle Technologies, a joint venture between Foxconn…