HighlightsDongfeng Nammi EV warranty extended to 11 years or 250000 km for battery and motor in NepalIntroduced by MAW Vriddhi Motors, official distributor of Dongfeng passenger vehiclesNammi 01 electric hatchback offers up to 317 km WLTP battery rangeCompetitive pricing around NPR 32.49 lakh to NPR...
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Highlights Renault reveals the Bridger Concept, a sub‑4‑meter boxy SUV aimed at the Indian market Concept features a 1.0‑liter turbo engine delivering 100 PS Available with manual or CVT gearbox, four‑wheel‑drive option announced Production slated for India this month, with Advanced Automobiles handling Nepali imports...
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Highlights China sees Dubai slip as a key transshipment hub amid the Iran‑Israel clash Jebel Ali port shut after a March 1 attack, halting a major export corridor 2023 Chinese car shipments to UAE hit 5.67 lakh units, a 70 percent jump from the prior...
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Highlights Holi color can embed into paint within minutes, demanding prompt action. Pressure‑gun spray removes 50‑60% of surface pigment instantly. Micro‑fiber cloth preserves finish better than ordinary towels. Household items – lemon juice, baking soda, toothpaste, vinegar – work as spot‑treatments. Avoid high pressure on...
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Highlights MG becomes the first Chinese automotive brand to sell 10 lakh (1 million) vehicles in Europe EVs account for more than three‑quarters of the total volume, with 317,000+ pure‑electric units shipped Hybrid sales hit 139,000 in 2025, pushing the brand back into the UK’s...
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Highlights InDrive hosts the first Kathmandu Clean Air Dialogue in the capital valley Event held on 11 Falgun 2082 (February 23, 2026) Government, academia, NGOs and private firms share the stage Minister of Forests and Environment, opens the forum Dialogue zeroes in on Environment Pollution,...
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Highlights Furion reveals the M‑Two, the first hybrid all‑wheel‑drive motorcycle on the planetPrototype built on the Yamaha MT‑07 platform, unveiled in KathmanduPowertrain pairs a 689 cc parallel‑twin gasoline engine with a front‑mounted electric motorCombined output claimed at roughly 100 hp and 300 Nm of torqueRegenerative‑brake...
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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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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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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 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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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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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 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 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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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 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 Nissan Gravite launch confirmed for Feb 17 2026 in Nepal Built on the Renault Triber‑derived CMF‑A Plus platform Powered by a 1.0 L 3‑cylinder petrol unit, paired with 5‑speed manual or 5‑speed AMT Seven‑seat layout within a 4 m footprint, targeting families Front fascia...
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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 Supreme Court order prohibits showing citizenship number on written and practical licence results. Decision announced on 19 Magh 2082 (January 2 2026). Transport Authority must remove personal identifiers from all public licence publications. Violation now deemed a breach of personal data protection and constitutional...
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