Peugeot Now Taking Orders For Plug-In Hybrid 508 And 3008

Hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the two cars will arrive in the UK in January. Plug-in hybrid versions of Peugeot’s 508 and 3008 SUV are now available to reserve at dealerships in the UK, the French manufacturer has confirmed. In January 2020, the first plug-in hybrid versions of the 508 family saloon and estate will… Continue reading Peugeot Now Taking Orders For Plug-In Hybrid 508 And 3008

Nissan says European operations unsustainable with no-deal Brexit tariffs

SUNDERLAND, England, Oct 10 (Reuters) – Nissan’s European operations, which include plants in Britain and Spain, will not be sustainable if Britain’s departure from the European Union leads to 10% tariffs on vehicles, the firm’s European Chairman Gianluca de Ficchy told reporters on Thursday. (Reporting by Costas Pitas, Editing by Paul Sandle) Our Standards:The Thomson… Continue reading Nissan says European operations unsustainable with no-deal Brexit tariffs

Climate crisis: what the carmakers have to say

The polluters Pollution Firms including Ford and BMW respond to data about how they are exacerbating the crisis A man is reflected as he cleans the mirrors at a car show in Geneva, Switzerland. Photograph: Miguel Villagran/Getty Images Ford Motor Company “Ford takes its responsibilities for the environment and communities around the globe very seriously.… Continue reading Climate crisis: what the carmakers have to say

Exclusive: carmakers among key opponents of climate action

The polluters Automotive industry Lobbying in US and Europe has tried to block and delay moves to cut emissions, study shows Fossil fuel firms’ social media fightback against climate action The car industry has continually pushed against new emissions standards. Photograph: Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images Global carmakers are among the leading opponents of action on the… Continue reading Exclusive: carmakers among key opponents of climate action

Nissan to start building new Juke car at UK plant as Brexit looms

SUNDERLAND, England, Oct 10 (Reuters) – Nissan said it will begin making the next-generation Juke vehicle at Britain’s biggest car plant on Monday, just over two weeks before a possible no-deal Brexit which the industry has warned could bring production to a halt. Nissan decided in 2015, before the 2016 referendum was even held, to… Continue reading Nissan to start building new Juke car at UK plant as Brexit looms

Tesla is installing Powerpacks at Superchargers affected by power outages

Tesla is in the process of installing Powerpacks as backup power for the Superchargers stations affected by power outages in Northern California. As we reported yesterday, PG&E, the largest electric utility in Northern California, started cutting power in regions around the Bay Area in a planned de-energizing measure that could affect over half a million… Continue reading Tesla is installing Powerpacks at Superchargers affected by power outages

Whimsical signs point drivers to Swedish charging stations

Public charging stations are proliferating around the world, but many drivers are unaware of them. Curious consumers often cite a lack of charging infrastructure as one of the top objections to buying an EV. A Swedish charging network operator believes a lack of signage could be part of the problem – there are more than… Continue reading Whimsical signs point drivers to Swedish charging stations

Woman Sells Stolen Rental Car for Cash and Drugs

The police department discovered that Arriorla had sold the rental car to someone for $300 and an eight ball of methamphetamine, according to the report. Photo via Depositphotos. A San Antonio woman was arrested after refusing to return her rental car. She then sold it for $300 and an eight ball of methamphetamine, according to… Continue reading Woman Sells Stolen Rental Car for Cash and Drugs

GM’s third-quarter China vehicle sales down 17.5%, as U.S. automakers cede ground

BEIJING (Reuters) – General Motors Co’s (GM.N) July to September vehicle sales in China fell 17.5%, as the U.S. automaker was hurt by a slowing economy amid the Sino-U.S. trade war and by heightened competition in its key mid-priced SUV segment. FILE PHOTO: The GM logo is pictured at the General Motors Assembly Plant in… Continue reading GM’s third-quarter China vehicle sales down 17.5%, as U.S. automakers cede ground

Strengthening Renault-Nissan alliance is crucial: French minister

FILE PHOTO: Agnes Pannier-Runacher, French Economy Junior Minister, speaks during the questions to the government session at the National Assembly in Paris, France, November 27, 2018. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo PARIS (Reuters) – Strengthening the alliance between car makers Renault (RENA.PA) and Nissan (7201.T) is crucial, said French junior economy minister Agnes Pannier-Runacher on Thursday, amid… Continue reading Strengthening Renault-Nissan alliance is crucial: French minister