Toyota subcompact: United Traders Syndicate is introducing its latest model car in Nepal-the Toyota Yaris Sedan. The Yaris is built on a new platform that is longer and wider than conventional subcompacts. It also features a transverse front engine, front-wheel drive chassis, independent front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle. The vehicle promises fuel efficiency of 16km in the city and 18km on the highway. According to its makers, Yaris' stiff suspension and retuned steering gear ratios help to deliver good manoeuvrability.

Deposit product: NIC Bank has launched a US-dollar savings account scheme, the NIC USD Super Savings Account. The scheme provides interest of four percent per year, overdraft facility in rupees against dollar deposit, free any branch banking facility and a 50 percent discount on travellers' cheques.