More Nepalis Turn to Chinese EVs, Evading Global Fuel Shocks

Electric microbus driver Purushottam Adhikari charges his vehicle at a charging station in Kathmandu on May 1, 2026. As global fuel markets reel from the Middle East war, motorists in Nepal are increasingly turning to electric vehicles, with high demand putting a strain on dealerships. (Photo by Prakash MATHEMA / AFP) / TO GO WITH 'Nepal-Transport-Automobile-Energy' FOCUS
Electric microbus driver Purushottam Adhikari charges his vehicle at a charging station in Kathmandu on May 1, 2026. As global fuel markets reel from the Middle East war, motorists in Nepal are increasingly turning to electric vehicles, with high demand putting a strain on dealerships. Photo / Prakash MATHEMA / AFP

By Anup Ojha

As global fuel markets reel from the Middle East war, motorists in Nepal are increasingly turning to electric vehicles, with high demand putting a strain on dealerships.

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