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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Highlights Jeep Meridian Track edition arrives in India, built on the Meridian Overland platform Two drivetrain options: 4×2 and 4×4, both with a 9‑speed automatic Power comes from the existing 2.0‑litre diesel delivering 168 bhp and 350 Nm torque Pricing set at ₹35,95,000 for the...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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