Traders complain of policy uncertainty, poor infrastructure in EV market
Summary
Policy uncertainty, weak infrastructure and a growing grey market for spare parts are slowing Nepal’s electric vehicle market despite strong consumer demand. Traders say unstable EV taxes, poor northern trade routes and import bottlenecks must be fixed as the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 opens in Kathmandu.
Key Points
- Automobile traders say unstable EV taxes, poor infrastructure and grey-market spare parts are major challenges for Nepal’s fast-growing EV sector.
- The Nepal Electricity Authority and the private sector have expanded charging facilities, but road and import bottlenecks remain serious constraints.
- Problems along the Tatopani and Kerung routes are disrupting vehicle imports from China, according to industry representatives.
- The six-day NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 begins in Kathmandu with 55 brands and around 40 new vehicle launches.
