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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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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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Free Zeeho Scooter Check‑up Sparks Buzz Across Nepal

Highlights Zeeho EV Care Camp launched by Rishi Trade Center, Reliance Group, kicks off on 26 Magh 2082 (Feb 9 2026) in Kathmandu. Free diagnostic suite covers battery health, charging system, motor, controller, brakes, suspension, tyres, lights and full software scan. Campaign runs through 29 ...

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Hyundai Santro Celebrates 25 Years of Nepali Roads

Highlights Hyundai Santro marks 25 years in Nepal, first arriving in 1999. Launch driven by Lakshmi Intercontinental, Hyundai’s official distributor. The 2000‑model Santro introduced a reliable, fuel‑efficient small‑car formula. Over two‑decades the model built brand trust and customer loyalty across the small car segment. Hyundai...

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New electric SUV iCar V23 priced at 49 lakh 99 thousand rupees

Highlights iCar V23 officially launched by SPG Automobiles in Nepal Simultaneous rollout in eight major cities: Birtamod, Biratnagar, Birgunj, Butwal, Dang, Surkhet, Nepalganj and Dhankadhi 59.93 kW·h LFP battery paired with a 100kW motor Claimed 401 km (CLTC) range on a single charge Ground clearance...

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Suzuki Access 125 gets ABS – first look

Highlights Suzuki Access 125 receives a safety‑focused update with single‑channel ABS Two trims arrive: Ride Connect ABS Edition and Ride Connect TFT ABS Edition Prices set at 92,328  INR for the base model and 98,378  INR for the TFT version Powered by a 124 cc air‑cooled four‑stroke...

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Early Arrival: 2026 Geely EX5 Hits Nepal Ahead of Schedule

Highlights LRR Motors brings the 2026 Geely EX5 to Nepal in the first month of 2026, well before the typical mid‑year rollout. The EV features a single‑motor electric powertrain delivering 150 kW (201 hp) and 310 Nm of torque. Li‑ion battery pack sized at 66 ...

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Mahindra makes Scorpio Pickup ready for global debut

Highlights Mahindra will launch a Scorpio Pickup built on the refreshed Scorpio N platform. Two cabin options: a single‑cab for two occupants and a double‑cab that seats four to five. Powertrain choices include a 2.0‑litre turbo petrol delivering 200 hp and a 2.2‑litre diesel offered...

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Mastering Blind Spot Monitoring for Safer Driving in Nepal

Highlights Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is now standard on most new electric vehicles and premium gasoline cars sold in Nepal. Proper rear‑view mirror adjustment gives a full view of the vehicle’s rear, eliminating hidden zones. Left‑side mirror should reveal only 10‑15 % of the car...

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First Look at Yamaha’s EC‑06 Electric Scooter India Launch – Pricing, Powertrain and Market Impact

Highlights Yamaha EC‑06 debuts in India with a price of ₹1,67,000 (ex‑showroom India) Built at River’s Hoskote, Karnataka plant under a joint production agreement Powertrain: 4 kW battery pack, 6.7 kW mid‑mounted motor, 26 Nm torque Claimed range of 169 km on a single charge,...

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Hydrogen Feuled Mercedes‑Benz’s NextGen H2 Redefines Long‑Distance Freight

Highlights Mercedes‑Benz introduces the NextGen H2 heavy‑duty truck, its first hydrogen‑fuel‑cell haulage platform. Production of the first 100 units slated to start at the Wörth plant by the end of 2026. Power output ranges from 402 hp to 496 hp via twin fuel‑cell units. On...

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BYD Yangwang U7 dances into the spotlight – the world’s first ‘dancing’ electric SUV

Highlights BYD unveils the Yangwang U7, a premium electric SUV billed as the world’s first “dancing” car Four independent electric motors deliver a combined 1,341 hp and launch from 0‑100 km/h in 2.9 seconds A 150 kWh battery promises more than 1,006 km of range...

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Tesla launches cheapest Model 3 in South Korea at $28,300

Highlights Tesla introduces a cheaper Model 3 in South Korea Entry‑level price set at $28,300, exactly $7,100 below the current Korean spec Expected launch price in China is $24,300 Driving range drops to 382 km, versus 583 km on the standard version 0‑100 km/h acceleration...

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AK47 Maker's, Kalashnikov’s IZH Enduro Enters the Electric Enduro Segment

Highlights Kalashnikov (the famed AK‑47 rifle maker) unveils the IZH Enduro electric motorcycle Launch slated for early 2026, with production in Russia Two motor options: 3 kW and 5 kW brushless IPMSM units Top speed 120 km/h, single‑charge range up to 100 km Unique flat‑bed...

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Mass Recall Hits Yamaha Fascino & RayZR 125 – 300k Units Affected

Highlights Yamaha Fascino and Yamaha RayZR 125 hybrid scooters recalled in India Issue limited to front disc caliper on units built 2 May 2024 – 3 September 2025 300,000 units affected across both models Free brake‑caliper replacement at any Yamaha service centre Hybrid powertrain delivers...

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The Future Arrives: Hyundai Ioniq 7 Launch Details

Highlights Hyundai announces the upcoming Ioniq 7, its largest electric SUV to date Global rollout slated for early 2025, with initial deliveries in South Korea, Europe and North America Built on the E‑GMP platform, featuring a dual‑motor layout and an optional three‑motor performance version Pricing...

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Inside Hyundai’s Upcoming Compact SUV - Specs, Features, and Market Impact

Highlights Hyundai has been seen testing a new crossover SUV derived from the global BAYON model Body dimensions: 4180 mm long, 1775 mm wide, 1500 mm high with a 2580 mm wheelbase All‑LED lighting, new dashboard, Level 2 ADAS, disc brakes on all wheels, sunroof,...

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