HighlightsNADA Automobiles Association of Nepal and traffic authorities have agreed to work together on road safety initiatives.The collaboration focuses on strengthening awareness, safer driving practices and public engagement.Road safety remains a major concern as vehicle ownership continues to grow across Nepal.The agreement reinforces NADA’s long-standing...
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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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HighlightsNepal government has formed a committee to investigate 779 electric vehicles seized on suspicion of tax evasion.The move follows a directive from the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.The committee includes representatives from the Ministry of Finance, Department of Customs, Nepal Police,...
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HighlightsOmoda E5 Pro officially launched in Nepal by SPG AutomobilesPowered by a 50.7 kWh battery and 99 kW motorProduces 288 Nm torque with a claimed 350 km WLTP rangeIntroductory price set at Rs 49.99 lakh for the first 50 customersRegular pricing starts from Rs 51.59...
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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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HighlightsElectric two-wheeler imports rose 32 percent in Nepal during 20256,852 units imported in 2025, up from 5,172 units in 2024Yadea became Nepal’s top electric scooter importer with 1,030 unitsTVS iQube imports doubled to 881 units through Jagadamba MotorsAther imported 837 units, including the 450 series...
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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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HighlightsDepartment of Transport Management suspended registration of all new public vehiclesThe restriction includes electric public transport vehiclesOrder issued to all seven provinces and local governmentsAuthorities cited air pollution, congestion and traffic pressureDecision made under Section 24 (3) of the Vehicle and Transport Management ActRegistration freeze...
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HighlightsNAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025 will take place from August 6 to 10 at Bhrikuti MandapOrganizer opened stall booking from May 5 to May 12, 2025Event management and coordination handled by Media Space Solutions Pvt. Ltd.More than 50 automotive brands are expected to participateSeparate halls...
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HighlightsMaruti Suzuki has been spotted testing a new electric MPV internally linked to the YMC codenameThe upcoming EV appears to borrow several design cues from the e VitaraSpy images reveal a large MPV body style with a familiar Maruti silhouette18-inch alloy wheels and EV-specific styling...
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HighlightsNepal Government has indicated plans to tighten vehicle speed regulation.The move comes amid growing concern around road accidents and highway safety.Authorities are expected to focus on stricter enforcement and monitoring.Commercial vehicles are likely to remain under primary scrutiny.The announcement could affect transport operators, logistics companies,...
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HighlightsSuzuki Swift Hydrogen showcased at the Vienna Motor Symposium 2026Uses a 1.4-litre four-cylinder hydrogen combustion engineTechnology developed jointly with Austrian engineering firm AVLNot a fuel-cell EV, hydrogen is burned directly inside the engineEngine reportedly produces 100 kW and 220 NmDemonstrates hydrogen tech in an affordable...
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HighlightsMG S6 sales to begin from coming Monday in NepalParamount Motors handling distribution and market rolloutElectric SUV positioned above the MG S5 in the lineup77 kWh battery confirmed for international specificationClaimed 530 km WLTP range on long range variantRWD variant expected for Nepal marketFast charging...
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Highlights2026 Beijing Auto Show sets global records with 380,000 square meters exhibition areaTotal of 1,451 vehicles displayed, including 181 debut models and 71 concept carsEvent draws 1.28 million visitors, including 65,000 overseas attendeesAI integration and intelligent driving emerge as core themes across automakersLevel 3 autonomous...
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