KATHMANDU: India will adopt a new vehicle emission testing system from April 1, 2027. The government has decided to adopt the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) cycle for measuring fuel efficiency and emissions. The Ministry of Road Transport…

KATHMANDU: BYD is developing a new electric vehicle model tailored for the Indian market, according to senior company officials. The launch timeline has not yet been disclosed. Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD, confirmed the development while speaking at…

KATHMANDU: India is planning a sharp cut in car import tariffs under a proposed free trade agreement with the European Union, according to Reuters. The Indian government has agreed to immediately reduce duties on a limited number of EU-built cars…

KATHMANDU: BMW India is set to launch six new models in 2026. The company will also introduce four facelifts and 17 product updates this year. While BMW has not confirmed all model details, the lineup will include three electric cars.…

KATHMANDU: Car mileage testing with the air-conditioning system switched on will become mandatory in India from October 2026. Carmakers will be required to disclose fuel efficiency figures with and without AC usage. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)…