KATHMANDU: Geely has unveiled what it claims is the world’s first 16-in-1 intelligent electric drive system, setting a new benchmark for EV powertrain integration and efficiency. Developed by InfiMotion, a subsidiary of Geely Holding Group, the new “Thunder” electric drive…

KATHMANDU: Electric vehicle maker Polestar will no longer be able to sell new vehicles in the United States from the 2027 model year due to its Chinese ownership links, the company announced. Polestar said the US Commerce Department’s Bureau of…

KATHMANDU: Geely has reinforced its focus on methanol-powered vehicles. Chairman Li Shufu said lithium battery EVs are too heavy for future transport needs. Speaking at the China Smart EV Development Forum 2026, Li said lithium EVs can weigh up to…

KATHMANDU: Geely has unveiled its new-generation i-HEV (Intelligent Energy Hybrid) system, reporting a Guinness-certified fuel consumption of 2.22 L/100 km and engine thermal efficiency of 48.4 percent, according to Chinese media reports. The new hybrid system uses AI-based energy management…

KATHMANDU: China’s entry-level hatchback EV segment recorded a sharp month-on-month decline in January 2026 after the purchase tax exemption policy ended. Insurance registration data reported by Electric Planet News shows most leading models posted double-digit drops compared to December. Only…