HighlightsElectric buses are expected to receive concessions on route permit charges.The move is aimed at encouraging wider adoption of electric public transport.Authorities are looking for ways to make EV bus operations more financially attractive.The proposal arrives as Nepal continues its transition toward cleaner mobility.Route permit...
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HighlightsMadhes Pradesh is moving ahead with plans to develop EV charging stations in partnership with the private sector.The initiative aims to strengthen charging infrastructure as electric vehicle adoption accelerates across Nepal.Public-private collaboration is emerging as the preferred model for reducing investment risk and speeding deployment.Charging...
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HighlightsBYD has been added to a US Department of Defense list of companies allegedly linked to China's military.The designation does not immediately impose sanctions on the EV manufacturer.BYD says the claim lacks factual basis and rejects the military affiliation label.The company stated the designation will...
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HighlightsSuzuki e Vitara prices reduced by Rs 100,000 across all variants in NepalEntry-level e Vitara Delta now costs Rs 4.899 millionPrice adjustment follows recent government changes to BEV customs duty and tax ratesFour variants remain available: Delta, Zeta, Alpha and Alpha DTAvailable with 49 kWh...
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HighlightsIME electric city bus reportedly coming to Nepal’s urban transport ecosystemIME Group expands into public electric mobility spaceFocus on urban clean transport transition in Kathmandu and major citiesPart of a wider shift toward electric vehicle adoption in NepalPotential impact on public transport modernization and emissions...
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HighlightsCimex BYD Charity Foundation officially launched in Nepal.Cimex Inc. committed an initial Rs 1 crore to start operations.BYD will contribute Rs 10,000 for every vehicle delivered after the foundation's launch.Foundation will focus on education, healthcare and sustainable development.Hari Bansha Acharya backed the initiative during the...
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HighlightsCimex Inc. has issued a clarification regarding an ongoing EV import controversy.The company says public discussion around vehicle imports has created confusion.BYD's Nepali distributor moved to explain its position and import practices.The issue has drawn attention across Nepal's rapidly expanding EV sector.Questions around import procedures,...
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HighlightsBagmati Province has resumed registration of new public vehicles.The decision reverses a suspension that had been in place since May 21.Registration will continue under the previous system for now.Transport entrepreneurs had raised concerns over financial losses.The earlier halt followed a directive from the Department of...
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HighlightsAvatr 07 officially enters the Nepali market through MAW VriddhiPremium electric SUV developed through the Avatr ecosystem backed by Changan, CATL and Huawei82.16 kWh LFP battery delivers a claimed 650 km CLTC range343 PS and 365 Nm from a rear-mounted electric motorExpected pricing is around...
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HighlightsNepal Government plans another amendment to its recently announced EV taxation framework.Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle says the Road Development Fee on EVs below Rs 5 million will be corrected.RDF expected to fall from 5% to 2.5% for vehicles priced under Rs 5 million.The change...
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HighlightsNepal has replaced its motor-capacity-based EV taxation system with a new CIF value-based structure.Customs duty is now fixed at 20% across all electric vehicles.Excise duty, previously ranging from 5% to 50%, has been completely scrapped.A new Clean Infrastructure Fee ranging from 2.5% to 112.5% has...
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HighlightsNepal will now calculate EV taxes based on vehicle value instead of motor powerThe policy was announced in the Fiscal Year 2026/27 national budgetFinance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle says the old system distorted the marketA new Green Tax replaces multiple existing customs-related chargesThe government also...
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HighlightsNepal has increased road construction and maintenance taxation linked to EV ownershipEntry-level EV buyers are expected to feel the biggest impactCustoms duty on smaller EVs already sits at 15%EV financing rules were tightened earlier through lower LTV limitsIndustry groups fear policy instability could slow market...
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HighlightsNepal is considering a simplified EV tax structure ahead of the 2026/27 budgetProposal could merge the current 51 kW to 200 kW categories into one tax slabCurrent system charges different customs and excise duties across motor power bracketsFinance Minister is expected to unveil the budget...
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HighlightsCG Motors has reopened the Aion and XPeng Experience Center in ThapathaliAion Y, Aion V Luxury and XPeng G6 are currently on displayAion Y delivers 225 Nm torque from a 100 kW motorAion V Luxury claims a 650 km range from a 75.3 kWh batteryXPeng...
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HighlightsXiaomi YU7 launched in China as the brand’s first SUVBase model priced at 253,500 yuan, below Tesla Model YThree trims introduced, YU7 Standard, Pro and MaxTop claimed CLTC driving range reaches 835 kmXiaomi recorded 200,000 orders in three minutesLei Jun openly positioned YU7 against Tesla’s...
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Highlights2026 Tata Tiago facelift will launch on May 28, 2026Updated hatchback revealed alongside the refreshed Tiago EVBoth models receive redesigned LED lighting and revised front fascia1.2-litre petrol and CNG powertrains expected to continue unchangedEV version likely to retain existing battery pack optionsCabin upgrades expected with...
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HighlightsNagdhunga-Sisnekhola Tunnel operation staffing process has officially started150 personnel proposed for round-the-clock tunnel management10 joint venture companies initially applied through global tender7 companies passed technical evaluation stageMain tunnel length stands at 2.7 kilometresEmergency tunnel stretches 2.6 kilometresSecurity unit will deploy 64 staff, largest workforce inside...
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HighlightsHonda ZR-V e:HEV teased ahead of May 22 debutExpected to arrive as a CBU importHybrid setup likely uses a 2.0-litre e:HEV powertrainPositioned above the Honda Elevate in the lineupTeaser confirms L-shaped LED DRLs and roof railsWill rival Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tiguan R-LineHonda expected to...
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HighlightsNepal Oil Corporation has issued an 11-point directive to official petroleum sellers across the country.Fuel stations have been given a seven-day deadline to comply with the new operational and safety requirements.The corporation has warned dealers of action under the Petroleum Seller Regulation 2075, including amendments.Key...
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