If the NAIMA expo felt like a lot, brace yourself. Barely a week later, Nepal's second big auto show of the season is rolling in, and it's stacked.
The 18th edition of the NADA Auto Show 2026 kicks off at Bhrikutimandap from Bhadra 9, coming just a week after the NAIMA Mobility Expo wrapped up. And with NADA marking its 50th anniversary, the organisers are promising a bigger, grander Golden Jubilee Edition. So who's actually showing up? Here's the full rundown of the brands confirmed for the show.
In total, 51 brands are participating across two-wheelers, four-wheelers and commercial vehicles. Of those, 22 are car brands alone, a genuinely comprehensive gathering of Nepal's passenger vehicle market under one roof.
Notably, many of the brands that just appeared at the NAIMA expo are back again at NADA. It might seem like overkill, but the logic is simple: participating in both shows maximises exposure and sales opportunities, so distributors are happy to show up twice in as many weeks.
The Car Brands
According to NADA, this year's confirmed car brands are Riddara, Aion, JMEV, Tata (EV), Suzuki, Deepal, Avatr, Foton, Skoda, Nami, Changan, Proton, BYD, Geely, BAW Nepal, Omoda, Jaecoo, Jetour, MG (Paramount Motors), GWM, Leapmotor, M-Hero and Skywell.
That's a lineup heavy with Chinese EV brands, reflecting exactly where Nepal's market is heading. Among the most anticipated is the M-Hero 1, the 1,088 hp electric Hummer rival, alongside fresh contenders like the Deepal Nevo Q05. Beyond the officially listed names, distributors holding stalls are expected to display other brands from their portfolios too, with the likes of Wuling and Chery also likely to make an appearance.
Commercial Vehicles and Two-Wheelers
The show isn't just about passenger cars. On the light commercial side, 17 brands are confirmed, including Foton, Sokon, Kinglong, Higer, Farizon, Jinbei, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, DFSK, Kama, New Gono Auto, Okwell, Deego, Skyworth EV, Dongfeng, Kavel Auto, Feidi and Ekta Motors.
The two-wheeler segment brings its own strong lineup, with Royal Enfield, Yatri, Hero, Vida, Yamaha Racing, Vespa/Aprilia, Ampere, Meta EV and Revolt all taking part. It's a mix of established names and electric newcomers that mirrors the broader shift happening across Nepal's roads.
Banks, Finance and the Wider Ecosystem
A vehicle show is only as useful as the financing behind it, and NADA has that covered. Around a dozen banks, financial institutions and insurance companies are participating, including Nabil, NIC Asia, Laxmi Sunrise, Prabhu, Kumari, Rastriya Banijya Bank, Machhapuchchhre, Global IME, Mahalaxmi Vikas Bank, Shikhar Insurance and Gurkhas Finance.
These institutions are rolling out attractive low-interest loan schemes aimed squarely at expo buyers, the kind of on-the-spot financing that helps turn a browse into a booking. Beyond them, dozens of auto component companies covering tyres, lubricants, spare parts and more will round out the exhibition.
Conclusion
With 51 brands, 22 car makers, a full commercial and two-wheeler lineup, and a dozen financial partners, the NADA Auto Show 2026 is shaping up to be a massive event, and a fitting way to mark the association's golden jubilee. For buyers, it's a rare chance to compare much of the market in one place, backed by expo-only financing deals.
The real question is what new metal these brands will unveil once the doors open. After NAIMA set such a high bar, NADA has plenty to live up to. Which launches will steal the spotlight? We'll find out from Bhadra 9.
For full coverage of every reveal and highlight from the show, Autoncell has it all covered.
