AUTO

Heating up competition in the commuter segment, Hansraj Hulaschand and Company has launched the new Bajaj Discover 125 motorcycle. The new motorcycle from Indian two-wheeler major Bajaj is expected to give a tough competition to Honda’s Shine and Hero MotoCorp’s Glamour.The new Discover 125 comes with a perfect combination of aggression (power)…

Three new four-wheelers are slated to hit Nepali roads next month. These hatchbacks, sedans and sports utility vehicles (SUV) from Toyota, Volkswagen and Kia will be arriving in the market within the first week of August, said traders.United Traders Syndicate, the authorized distributor of Toyota Motors in Nepal, is all set to launch its new…

VG Automobiles, authorised importer and distributor of Suzuki Motorcycle India Ltd in Nepal, has added yet another feather to its cap with opening of a new sub-dealer — PG Automobiles, located at Panchkhal, Kavrepalanchowk.PG Automobiles was formally inaugurated on Saturday by Pratap Vaidya, general secretary of Kavre Chamber of Commerce and…

MAW Enterprises — the sole authorised distributor of Skoda automobiles in Nepal — has introduced the limited edition Skoda Rapid.This 1600cc luxury European sedan comes with added features like steering mount control, Bluetooth connectivity, dual airbags, anti-pinch sensor window, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, projected head lamp and…

GO Ford, authorised distributor of Ford Motors, has launched the new 2014 Ford Fiesta.The car is powered by the proven 1.5 litre diesel engine which is tuned to deliver razor-sharp performance, addictive drivability and outstanding fuel efficiency of 25.01km per litre and will be available in three trims — Ambient, Trend and Titanium.…

ENGINEEngine Type 249.6cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-strokeBore And Stroke 76mm x 55mmInduction PGM-Fi, 38mm throttle bodyIgnition Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advanceCompression Ratio 10.7:1Valve Train DOHC; four valves per cylinderDRIVE TRAINTransmission…

Sipradi Trading, the authorized distributor for Tata vehicles in Nepal, has launched Tata Indica CR4 and Indigo eCS in the domestic market.The cars were launched during the premiere of Nepali movie - Mukhauta.The company has claimed that these cars are fuel-efficient delivering a mileage of 25 km per liter, and are certified by Automotive…

Let´s, the latest offering from Suzuki Motorcycle India, has been launched in the Nepali market.VG Automobiles, the authorized distributor of Suzuki motorcycles for Nepal, launched the 110cc scooter amid a function in Kathmandu on Tuesday.Unveiling the new product, Adhir Kumar Shrestha, assistant general manager of VG Automobiles, said that…

The government is preparing to introduce a policy to promote the use of electric and hybrid vehicles.The proposed policy has been aimed mainly at reducing air pollution by reducing the use of fossil fuel-based vehicles. It also envisions converting petrol- and diesel-run vehicles into electric vehicles by introducing appropriate rules.The…

TVS Motor Company — one of India’s largest two-wheeler manufacturers — launched its much awaited scooter, TVS Jupiter, in Biratnagar.TVS Jupiter is powered by a next generation noise-free, all aluminum, low-friction engine, that delivers an amazing mix of power, superior acceleration and best in class fuel efficiency.It has 110 powertrain…

Half a dozen new models of four-wheelers are waiting to be rolled out in the Nepali market. These hatchbacks, sedans and compact sports utility vehicles (SUVs) will be arriving in the countryin the next three months. Auto dealers have said that some of the vehicles are completely new models while others are upgraded versions.Laxmi…

Two new cars are entering the Nepali market within July.Hyundai is launching its new sedan - Xcent - by mid-July, while Toyota is preparing for July launch for its hatchback Etios Liva.Anjan Shrestha, executive director of Laxmi Intercontinental - the authorized distributor for Hyundai vehicles in Nepal, said: “Besides giving continuity to…

United Traders Syndicate, sole distributor for Toyota vehicles in Nepal, has unveiled the 11th Generation Toyota Corolla in Nepali market. According to the company, Toyota Corolla is world’s most popular car with a quality, functionality and excellence, thus the car makes feel riders sophisticated and prestigious.“The new Corolla features…