Everything You Need to Know About NADA Auto Show 2025

Every now and then, an event captures not just the industry's attention, but the public's imagination. The NADA Auto Show 2025, scheduled from August 19 to 24 at Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Hall, Kathmandu, is exactly that moment for Nepal’s automotive sector.

Backed by the NADA Automobiles Association of Nepal, this 17th edition goes beyond just another vehicle expo. It signals a shift, a visible, powerful pivot toward electrification, automation, and even aerial mobility. With Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli opening the event and over 70 exhibitors spread across a massive 300,000 square foot space, the NADA Auto Show 2025 is more than a showcase. It’s a snapshot of tomorrow.

What Defines the 2025 Theme: “Go For More”?

The theme this year isn’t just a tagline. “Go For More” captures the tone of the transformation sweeping through mobility, more than cars, more than roads, and definitely more than expectations. NADA 2025 puts this vision front and center with a lineup featuring:

• EVs, hybrids, and ICE vehicles side by side

• Autonomous robotics like UNITREE’s G1 and G01

• Flying taxis like the Deepal eVTOL, bringing aviation closer to urban mobility

It's a deliberate mix of innovation, ambition, and market readiness.

The Scale: What Makes NADA 2025 Bigger Than Ever?

With 162,500 square feet of exhibition space, the event is the largest of its kind in Nepal’s history. It gathers:

• 19 car brands

• 14 light commercial vehicle brands

• 4 two-wheeler manufacturers

• 35 automotive component and service companies

The exhibitor diversity shows how inclusive the event has become, from electric car startups and robotics firms to traditional auto giants and lubricant suppliers.

It’s also important to highlight the Made in Nepal Pavilion, which underscores a rising domestic capacity in automotive assembly and innovation.

Star Attractions: What You’ll See on the Ground

The real appeal lies in the experience, and NADA Auto Show 2025 delivers in layers.

Flying Taxis Are Real: Deepal’s eVTOL

The Deepal eVTOL flying taxi isn’t science fiction. This electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle brings the concept of airborne urban transport from theory to exhibition. Regulatory hurdles still limit global deployment, but Nepal showcasing it early is a bold move.

Humanoid and Quadruped Robots: UNITREE G1 and G01

The UNITREE G1 (humanoid) and G01 (quadruped) robots add a tech-forward dynamic. These aren't toys, they represent how robotics could support logistics, urban planning, and even emergency response in the automotive ecosystem.

Debut Vehicles to Watch

Several new models will launch or make their Nepal debut at NADA 2025, including:

• BYD Atto 2 – compact urban EV

• Suzuki eVitara – electric SUV variant

• Geely Galaxy E5 – global EV contender

• JSW Sherp SMV 1200 – amphibious off-roader

• Nammi 06 – smart EV from a rising Chinese marque

• Hero Xpulse 210 & Hero Xoom 160 – upgraded Indian motorbikes

• Blaval Electric Car & Jinpeng – budget EV solutions

Each vehicle brings a different story, urban efficiency, off-road dominance, luxury electrification, or affordability. Together, they map the spectrum of evolving consumer needs.

The Tech & Thought Leadership Behind the Show

NADA 2025 isn’t only about physical hardware. It also provides platforms for discourse, collaboration, and policy influence.

Seminars and Workshops

Key sessions will explore:

• EV adoption in Nepal

• Smart mobility infrastructures

• Sustainable mobility strategies

These knowledge tracks attract investors, startup founders, transport planners, and government stakeholders, adding depth to the event.

The Business Pavilion

Designed to bridge global automotive trends with local market realities, this space connects foreign investors with Nepalese enterprises. It offers insights into:

• Vehicle financing models

• Public-private collaboration opportunities

• Startup acceleration in clean transport

Tickets, Logistics, and Access

NADA Auto Show 2025 is built for accessibility. Tickets are available via Khalti Digital Wallet, priced at:

• Rs 200 for General Admission

• Rs 150 for Students

Event hours are 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily.

While two-wheeler parking is available at the venue, four-wheelers have limited nearby slots. The official mobility partner, Yango ride-hailing app, is recommended for ease of access.

Visitor Experience: From Vintage Cars to Tomorrow’s Tech

What makes NADA more than a showroom is its sensory experience. In addition to future-forward technologies, visitors can engage with:

• Vintage Motor Show: A walk through automotive heritage

• Test zones: Hands-on experience with new EVs and bikes

• Product demos: Live showcases of garage tools, charging stations, infotainment systems

The fusion of nostalgia and innovation ensures there's value for families, technologists, and investors alike.

Why This Year Matters More Than Ever

The 2024 edition closed with 82,000+ attendees and 30+ product debuts. Expectations are clearly higher now. But the 2025 show isn't just trying to break records, it’s trying to reshape how mobility is perceived in a rapidly urbanizing, climate-conscious Nepal.

NADA Auto Show 2025 captures a unique inflection point: when an emerging market starts leading innovation conversations instead of just following them. Whether you’re watching for product launches or future trends, this event is worth your calendar.