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KTM launches an in‑house design centre in Salzburg

Highlights KTM to operate an in‑house design centre in Salzburg, Austria Long‑standing partnership with Kiska ends after more than 30 years Pierer Mobility AG’s 50 % stake transferred to Bajaj Mobility AG following Bajaj Auto’s takeover Shares previously held by KTM now owned by Loxone...

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TVS NTORQ 125 scores 150k sales in Nepal

Highlights TVS NTORQ 125 reaches 150,000 units sold in NepalMilestone announced on 7 Falgun 2082 (February 19, 2026)Celebration hosted by official distributor Jagramba Motors across showroomsModel credited for racing‑inspired design, smart connected features, and strong performanceSales surge reflects growing trust among young commuters and expanding...

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Tata Punch EV gets 70% resale guarantee in Nepal – a game changer for buyers

Highlights Tata Punch EV gets a 70 percent resale guarantee from official dealer Sipradi Trading Offer runs only during February 2024, applies to all new Punch EV purchases Guarantee promises 70 % of the original price when the owner trades up within the resale window...

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Xpeng Prepares G02 EV to Challenge Range Rover Sport in Nepal

Highlights Xpeng (Chinese startup) will launch the G02 electric SUV in Nepal soon Design mirrors the Range Rover Sport with a closed front grille and active air intakes Estimated length about 5 meters, putting it in the full‑size SUV bracket Price forecast between $43,000 and $58,000...

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Inside the BYD Racco: How a Tiny EV Packs Luxury Features

Highlights BYD introduces the Racco EV, its first kei‑car built on a tubular‑frame chassis Target market: Japan, with eyes on Nepal and other emerging markets Production start planned for mid‑2026, sales kickoff shortly after Motor: 20 kW electric unit, paired with a 100 kW DC...

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New Quad‑Motor Beast from Hongqi Targets Nepalese Adventure Market

Highlights Hongqi will introduce Nepal’s first four‑motor electric SUV. Prototype currently undergoing snow‑field testing in Kathmandu. Combined torque of 1,850 Nm; 0‑100 km/h in 4 seconds. Wheel‑base 2,950 mm, overall length just over 5 m. Triple differential‑lock system for front, centre and rear axles. Name...

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Nissan Gravite Launch India Price 5.65 Lakh Sub‑4m MPV

Highlights Nissan Gravite goes on sale across India, pricing starts at 5.65 lakh ex‑showroom Four trims – Visia, Acenta, N‑Connecta, Tekna – with AMT options on upper trims 1‑litre naturally aspirated engine delivers 72 PS and 96 Nm Six airbags, ESC, TPMS and rear camera...

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China Supreme Court Holds Drivers Accountable for ADAS Misuse

Highlights China Supreme People's Court rules drivers fully liable for accidents involving Level 1 and Level 2 ADAS Decision stems from a Zhejiang case where a drunk driver spoofed steering input Level 3 drivers liable unless a system defect is proven; Level 4‑5 manufacturers bear...

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Fast‑charge revolution: Chinese battery maker claims 12‑minute full charge

Highlights Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) announces a battery that can reach full charge in 12 minutes. Claim applies to standard‑size packs used in most electric vehicles today. Battery retains ≈80 % capacity after 15 lakh miles (about 1.5 million km) of use. Integrated...

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Court Orders Reveal Seat Installation Controversy in Nepalese Pickups

Highlights Patan High Court issues reason‑showing order in public interest petition over illegal seat installation in pickup vans. Petition filed by Advocate Danish Musyan (case No. 082‑DW‑0799) names Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, Traffic Police and Armed Police Force as...

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New Chinese safety code ends Tesla‑style Yoke Steering Wheels

Highlights China will prohibit sale of new vehicles with yoke steering wheels from Jan 1 2027 Rule GB 11557‑202X issued by the MIIT targets crash‑injury risk and impact‑testing complexity A short transition period is allowed for models already on sale, but only a niche segment...

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Regulators Force Chinese Makers to End Price War, Impacting BYD and Tesla

Highlights China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) bans selling cars below total production cost Rule covers factory expenses, administrative, financial and sales overheads Price‑fixing with suppliers and punitive rebate programmes now illegal January 2026 retail passenger vehicle sales fell 13.9% year‑on‑year New‑energy vehicles dropped...

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KTM launches a 50% down‑payment finance plan and exchange bonus

Highlights KTM introduces a 50 % down‑payment finance plan for all its models in Nepal Loan term stretched to 3 years with monthly instalments 15,000 NPR extra value added for any two‑wheeler trade‑in Offer rolled out by Hansraj Hulashchand and Company, the official KTM distributor...

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Why an Electric Car Might Not Be Right for You

Highlights Electric car adoption is soaring, but suitability varies wildly Initial cost of EVs remains steep compared with petrol alternatives Lack of home‑charging makes apartment dwellers think twice Range anxiety hits hardest for rural drivers and long‑haul commuters Battery life and resale value are still...

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Birgunj dry port handled 572 railway racks in the first half of FY 2082/83

Highlights Birgunj dry port recorded 572 railway racks of cargo in the first six months of FY 2082/83 (Saun‑Pus). That's 16 fewer racks than the same period last year, which saw 588 racks. A single 20‑ft rack can haul 90 containers, while a 40‑ft rack...

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Why Tata’s Nexon Dominated Nepal’s January Car Market

Highlights Tata Motors posted 70,222 units of passenger‑car sales in Nepal for January 2026 Overall volume rose 46.07% versus the same month in 2025 Tata Nexon topped the chart with 23,365 units, a 51.75% YoY jump Tata Punch followed at 19,257 units, remaining the best‑selling...

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Toyota announces the 2027 US launch of the all‑electric Highlander EV

Highlights Toyota Highlander EV will debut in the United States in 2027 Two powertrain options: front‑wheel drive with a 77 kWh pack, all‑wheel drive with a 95.8 kWh pack Claimed ranges: 460 km (FWD) and 515 km (AWD) Front motor delivers 165 kW, AWD combined...

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World’s Most Advanced Driving Simulator Unveiled

Highlights Graz University of Technology and Magna debut Europe’s most advanced driving simulator Installed at the new Advanced Driving Simulation Centre in January 2026 Six movable struts, full‑scale cockpit and 3‑4 ms response time replicate real‑world feel Capable of generating vibrations up to 100 Hz,...

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Bajaj Nepal Rolls Out Free Weekly Bike Checkup with Massive Discounts

Highlights Bajaj launches a week‑long free checkup campaign across all official service centres in Nepal Campaign runs from Māgh 25 (2025‑12‑09) to Phagun 1 (2025‑12‑16) 50% off on labour charges for any Bajaj motorcycle 16% off on engine‑oil replacement, 10% off on genuine parts and...

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International Rider Mania Returns to Nepal in 2027 – What to Expect

Highlights BobMC Rider Mania 2027 confirmed for Kathmandu, organized by Fore Nepal Theme “चलो नेपाल दोबारा” signals a push to re‑energise the local riding community More than 2,000 Royal Enfield riders expected, spanning classic, vintage and adventure classes Event follows the successful 2020 edition in...

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Spy shots of the upcoming KTM 790 Duke

Highlights KTM 790 Duke spotted testing with a reworked front end and new projector headlamp First appearance of WP brake callipers on a middle‑weight KTM outside the sub‑500cc range Headlight design cues borrowed from 990 Duke and 1390 Super Duke R Engine expected to stay...

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Why Ultra‑Fast DC Chargers Shorten EV Battery Life

Highlights Geotab study of 22,700 EVs across 21 models shows fast charging accelerates aging Charging above 100 kW for more than 12% of sessions adds 2.5% annual loss Level‑2 and lower‑power chargers cut degradation to about 1.5% per year Average fleet‑wide loss is 2.3% a...

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KTM and Bajaj are developing a new sub‑500cc twin‑cylinder engine in India.

Highlights KTM and Bajaj are engineering an all‑new twin‑cylinder engine in India Platform will replace the current 399cc unit across the Duke, Adventure and RC families Engine will sit under the European A2 licence ceiling of 47 bhp (35 kW) Production slated for Bajaj’s Chakan...

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Leapmotor launches ‘One Day at Home’ test‑drive program in Nepal

Highlights Leapmotor partners with Sangrila Motors to launch the लीपमोटर सँग १ दिन program in Nepal Customers can take a Leapmotor EV to their home for a full‑day test drive, free of charge The initiative targets buyers who need more than a 10‑minute showroom spin Leapmotor...

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New BYD sulfide solid‑state battery promises 10,000 charges

Highlights BYD unveils a sulfide solid‑state battery capable of 10,000 charge cycles Battery targets electric two‑wheelers, promising faster charging and longer life 2027 slated for the first model launch with the new cell 2030 earmarked for mass‑scale production across BYD’s portfolio If the claim holds,...

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