White House Senior Advisor, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk attends a cabinet meeting held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on March 24, 2025 in Washington, DC. Win McNamee | Getty Images Tesla shares fell almost 6% on Wednesday as data from Europe showed slowing sales last month, and investors grew… Continue reading Tesla shares drop on plunging European sales, concerns about Trump’s tariffs
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Nissan boss hints at new GT-R and Z in halo car pledge
Incoming Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa has vowed that “driving excitement will always be at the heart” of the firm, hinting that halo cars such as the Z and GT-R will remain a key part of the brand’s future – and be offered worldwide. The current R35-generation GT-R will finally be discontinued shortly, having been in… Continue reading Nissan boss hints at new GT-R and Z in halo car pledge
Electric Nissan Micra unwrapped: Renault 5 twin due this year
The Nissan Micra will return this year as an electric car twinned with the Renault 5, developed with a focus on the European market. The fifth generation of the supermini will be one of three new EVs that Nissan will launch in Europe by the end of 2026, along with the new Leaf and an electric Juke.… Continue reading Electric Nissan Micra unwrapped: Renault 5 twin due this year
Nissan: future of Sunderland factory is “very safe”
Nissan remains committed to the long-term future of its Sunderland factory, with the UK site a key element in its European electrification plans, according to its European planning boss, François Bailly. The Japanese firm has pumped around £2 billion worth of investment into Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMUK) to build the next-generation Leaf, Juke and Qashqai EVs, but… Continue reading Nissan: future of Sunderland factory is “very safe”
New Nissan Leaf revealed as crossover with over 372 miles of range
The third-generation Nissan Leaf has been shown in production form for the first time ahead of a full launch later this year, confirming its transformation into a crossover. The Leaf was launched in 2010 as one of the first mass-market electric cars and in its first two generations took a conventional hatchback form, but it has now undergone a… Continue reading New Nissan Leaf revealed as crossover with over 372 miles of range
First look at new electric Nissan Juke ahead of 2026 launch
The next-generation, electric Nissan Juke has been previewed as the firm ramps up to beginning production at its Sunderland factory next year. Partly shown behind the freshly unwrapped Mk3 Leaf and new electric Micra (below), the new Juke will be closely linked to the current ICE Juke – alongside which it will be built – but take… Continue reading First look at new electric Nissan Juke ahead of 2026 launch
Switch Mobility to Cease UK Manufacturing Operations, Double Down on Indian EV Market
Switch Mobility Limited UK, a stepdown subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, announced today that it is considering ceasing its manufacturing and assembly operations at its Sherburn facility in the UK. The Board of Directors has approved the commencement of a consultation process with employees that could lead to the closure of the facility. The decision comes… Continue reading Switch Mobility to Cease UK Manufacturing Operations, Double Down on Indian EV Market
Maruti Suzuki Appoints Sunil Kakkar as Whole-time Director
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), India’s leading automobile manufacturer, announced today the appointment of Sunil Kakkar as an Additional Director and Whole-time Director, designated as Director (Corporate Planning), effective April 1, 2025. The decision, approved by the company’s Board of Directors during a meeting held on March 26, 2025, marks a significant step in MSIL’s… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki Appoints Sunil Kakkar as Whole-time Director
Eicher Opens First Exclusive Dealership for Pro X Small Trucks in Mumbai
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), has inaugurated its first dedicated dealership for the newly launched Eicher Pro X small truck range. The dealership, operated by AV Motors and located in Bhindarpada-Thane, aims to provide an enhanced retail and service experience for commercial vehicle buyers. The facility is… Continue reading Eicher Opens First Exclusive Dealership for Pro X Small Trucks in Mumbai
Exicom and IONAGE Collaborate to Improve EV Charging Accessibility in India
Exicom, a leading manufacturer of EV charging and critical power solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with IONAGE, an EV charging software platform provider, to develop a unified and accessible EV charging ecosystem in India. The collaboration aims to enhance charger discoverability, accessibility, and management, addressing the growing demand for efficient EV charging infrastructure… Continue reading Exicom and IONAGE Collaborate to Improve EV Charging Accessibility in India