If you’re looking to get a “charge” out of your daily commute, look no further than electric scooters. These eco-friendly and wallet-friendly rides are making a splash in Nepal’s urban streets. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the many benefits of electric scooters in Nepal and why they’re a wise investment for both the environment and your wallet.

• Environment Friendly
• Cost Effective 
• Government Subsidies 
• Convenient: Easy to drive, navigate, park
• Easy To Charge 
• Low Maintenance 
• Stylish Options 

It’s Environmentally Friendly!

We all know how bad air pollution is in Nepal, right? And according to the World Health Organization, it’s responsible for millions of premature deaths worldwide. But here’s the good news: electric scooters are zero-emission vehicles that do not produce any of the pollutants like carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide.

According to a study by the European Environment Agency, electric scooters emit approximately 50% less CO2 per kilometre than a gasoline-powered vehicle. This is because they run on electricity and can be powered by renewable sources like solar and wind power, which is even better for the planet.

By cruising on an electric scooter, you can help make Nepal a cleaner, greener, and healthier place to live.

Cost Effective Benefits of Electric Scooter 

As of April 2023, petrol prices in Nepal are as high as Rs. 175 per litre. If you use your scooter daily, you have to pay a hefty amount just to ride your gasoline-powered scooter. Now imagine how much you spend monthly on petrol on a gasoline-powered scooter! You avoid all that and more by choosing an electric scooter. 

But that’s not all. Electric scooters also require less maintenance than gasoline-powered scooters, as they have fewer moving parts that need to be serviced. This means that you’ll spend less money on repairs and maintenance in the long run. 

Government Subsidies 

Tax subsidies are one more reason how electric scooters save you money. Through the budget of the Fiscal Year 2079/80 as presented by Finance Minister Janardan Sharma, the government has revised the customs duty of electric vehicles up to 100kW to 10% and electric vehicles of 100 to 200kW to be 15%.

This customs tariff is still significantly lesser than its gasoline-powered counterparts. With the existing government subsidies, you can buy a high-value electric scooter for a pretty decent amount rather than spending a big amount on a gasoline-powered scooter that will need more expenses on petrol and maintenance in the coming days.

Convenient

Electric scooters are a convenient mode of transportation, especially in busy cities like Kathmandu. They’re lightweight and easy to manoeuvre in traffic, allowing you to get to your destination faster. 

They are generally easy to operate, with simple controls that are easy to learn. Additionally, electric scooters are very quiet and silent, so you won’t have to worry about creating noise pollution in your neighbourhood.

Easy To Charge 

Forget waiting in long lines during petrol shortages and having to search frantically for petrol pumps nearby everytime you see your Petrol Metre in Red. Charging an electric scooter is a breeze. 

Most electric scooters have removable batteries which you can charge up anywhere you have access to an electrical outlet. You can even charge up at home overnight, while you’re binge-watching your favourite TV show. 

After a riding experience of a month or two, an electric scooter rider can get rid of any range anxiety as well when they learn to calculate the time needed to recharge for the amount of distance they are about to travel. With proper calculation, you will know exactly when and how much to recharge your scooter.

Low Maintenance

Electric scooters don’t have a combustion engine that gasoline-powered scooters have. They also have comparatively fewer moving parts. This results in a huge advantage for an electric scooter rider as electric scooters do not need oil changes, spark plugs, or air filters. 

This means fewer trips to the mechanic and lower maintenance costs over time. Imagine the effort, time and money you will save with an electric scooter. 

A Statement Style

There are so many electric scooter brands in Nepal today! And Nepali riders get a plethora of options when it comes to styles, colours and designs. You can find an electric scooter that reflects your personality perfectly well in terms of looks and style, and range. 

It’s also trendy today! Who would not love to cruise in a quite disturbance-free vehicle that saves your pocket and the environment? It’s cool and you will turn heads when you ride your electric scooter in the busy streets of Nepal. 

Electric scooters are a sustainable and cost-effective mode of transportation that offer numerous benefits to the environment and your wallet. By choosing an electric scooter, you’re making a wise investment in the future of Nepal. Not only will you save money on petrol costs, but you’ll also contribute to a cleaner and greener environment. With the government providing subsidies, there’s never been a better time to switch to an electric scooter.