China guides its self-driving startups into the fast lane

HONG KONG/ PALO ALTO, U.S. — When AutoX said in December that it had become the first Chinese company to test fully self-driving vehicles on open roads in the country, the result took a back seat to the fact that the test took place at all. The boast of 4-year-old Auto X about its test… Continue reading China guides its self-driving startups into the fast lane

European steel users call on Commission to terminate safeguard measures on 30 June 2021

Brussels, 26 February 2021 – In response to today’s announcement by the European Commission that it will review the safeguard measures on steel, in place since 2018, a coalition of downstream users of steel is urging the Commission not to extend the measures beyond their expiry date this June. While the COVID-19 pandemic has severely… Continue reading European steel users call on Commission to terminate safeguard measures on 30 June 2021

@Nissan: 2021/02/26 Nissan’s 100% electric motor-driven e-POWER technology reaches global milestone …000241

2021/02/26 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan today announced a breakthrough in engine efficiency, reaching 50% thermal efficiency with its in-development, next generation e-POWER system. Nissan’s e-POWER system utilizes an on-board gasoline engine to provide electrical energy to the e-powertrain battery pack. Nissan’s latest approach to engine development has raised the bar to world-leading levels, accelerating past… Continue reading @Nissan: 2021/02/26 Nissan’s 100% electric motor-driven e-POWER technology reaches global milestone …000241

Tesla shuts down Model 3 production line for 2 weeks amid chip shortage

Tesla is shutting down a Model 3 production line at Fremont factory for 2 weeks amid an industry-wide microchip shortage. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Tesla has informed employees from a Model 3 production line at Fremont factory that their line is being shut down until March 7: “Workers on a Model 3… Continue reading Tesla shuts down Model 3 production line for 2 weeks amid chip shortage

UK-Japan trade deal settled nerves for Japanese firms: Honda exec

Britain and Japan formally signed a trade agreement in October, marking Britain’s first big post-Brexit deal on trade. LONDON: Britain’s trade deal with Japan settled the nerves of a lot of Japanese businesses in the United Kingdom and gives them confidence about their future prospects there, a senior Honda executive said on Tuesday. Japan, the… Continue reading UK-Japan trade deal settled nerves for Japanese firms: Honda exec

@Groupe PSA: PR Groupe Renault and Faurecia to collaborate on hydrogen storage systems001245

Texte Faurecia and Groupe Renault today announced their decision to collaborate on hydrogen storage systems for hydrogen light commercial vehicles. Starting at the end of 2021, Faurecia will supply hydrogen storage systems for a first fleet of light commercial vehicles. These systems will be developed and produced at its global center of expertise in Bavans,… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Groupe Renault and Faurecia to collaborate on hydrogen storage systems001245

Renault: electric cars still weigh on profitability

Posted on Feb 22, 2019 2021 at 6:55 updated on 22 feb. 2021 at 7:37 The electric car has finally taken off , at least in Europe, and the manufacturers welcome it, at least officially. But is this such good news? Will this not weigh heavily on their profitability? It will certainly be difficult to… Continue reading Renault: electric cars still weigh on profitability

@Nissan: All-new Nissan Qashqai: striking attraction, elegant design000234

2021/02/18 Third generation of Nissan’s crossover icon retains “unmistakable” Qashqai styling Longer wheelbase, new 20″ wheels and taut shoulder line combine for more muscular, purposeful stance Elevated interior ambience, with cleaner and intuitive controls layout Designed at Nissan Design Europe, central London PARIS, France – As with the two previous generations, the design for the… Continue reading @Nissan: All-new Nissan Qashqai: striking attraction, elegant design000234

@Nissan: All-new Nissan Qashqai: efficient, electrified powertrains for dynamic performance000233

2021/02/18 Two electrified powertrain options for efficient and dynamic driving Innovative e-POWER system brings EV-feeling to the new Qashqai New Qashqai combines Nissan’s leadership in crossovers and electrified powertrains PARIS, FRANCE – The all-new Nissan Qashqai offers an uncompromising combination of dynamic performance, refined running gear and fuel efficient powertrains. Supporting Nissan’s goal of achieving… Continue reading @Nissan: All-new Nissan Qashqai: efficient, electrified powertrains for dynamic performance000233