EV sales surged past 300,000 for the first time in the third quarter, a nearly 50% increase over last year. As automakers like Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Hyundai ramp production, Tesla’s market share is slipping. The latest quarterly EV sales estimates from Cox Automotive dropped Thursday, showing a record 313,086 electric cars sold from July… Continue reading Electric vehicle sales hit 7.9% of US market as Volvo, Mercedes, and Hyundai post sizable gains
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Thailand seeks auto R&D investment to keep EV momentum going
EV car Good Cat by Ora, a brand by Great Wall Motors, is displayed at the Bangkok International Motor show in Bangkok, Thailand, March 22, 2022. Thailand will provide incentives and tax breaks for carmakers setting up electric vehicle research and development centres, as it seeks to build on early success as a regional EV… Continue reading Thailand seeks auto R&D investment to keep EV momentum going
Nissan to roll out new Caravan for campers and telecommuters
TOKYO — Nissan Motor on Wednesday announced a new van model in its venerable Caravan line made for overnight ventures and remote workers looking to go on the road. The Myroom, set to launch next summer, features an interior designed to feel like a room, with wood-grain surfaces and indirect lighting. It includes a bed… Continue reading Nissan to roll out new Caravan for campers and telecommuters
A Changing Auto Industry, but Still ‘Good Stories in Detroit’
Times Insider explains who we are and what we do and delivers behind-the-scenes insights into how our journalism comes together. For the first time in the nearly 90-year history of the United Auto Workers, the union is on strike against all three of the large Detroit automakers — General Motors, Ford Motor and Stellantis, the… Continue reading A Changing Auto Industry, but Still ‘Good Stories in Detroit’
Honda, Mitsubishi to launch electricity grid using EVs
TOKYO — Honda Motor will create a utility business by connecting electric vehicles to the grid and using them for the supply and storage of electricity in partnership with the trading house Mitsubishi Corp., Nikkei has learned. The two companies are in talks to establish the joint venture next year, and are also looking into the possibility of forming a… Continue reading Honda, Mitsubishi to launch electricity grid using EVs
@Nissan: Nissan Formula E Team demonstrates improvements in cognitive function with bespoke brain training program001195
Nissan reveals key research findings from its innovative Brain to Performance program October 11, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan reveals the results of its innovative and ground-breaking Brain to Performance program. The findings of this initiative, which studies driver brain function and anatomy, show how brain training protocols can successfully improve the cognitive functions of Nissan… Continue reading @Nissan: Nissan Formula E Team demonstrates improvements in cognitive function with bespoke brain training program001195
From the archive: on this day in 1985
Last month, we reported that Seat was to stop making cars; 38 years ago, we covered the Spanish brand’s arrival on the UK market. It was founded in 1950 by the fascist dictatorship in alliance with Fiat and virtually built a car industry in Spain from scratch. The next three decades it spent making rebadged… Continue reading From the archive: on this day in 1985
Nissan Hyper Adventure Concept to be displayed digitally at Japan Mobility Show
The Japan Mobility Show, which will take place later this month, will be packed with at least one concept vehicle from every Japanese car brand. Toyota, Honda and Suzuki have already revealed their plans for the show and now Nissan has announced that a rugged Adventure SUV concept with EV powertrain will be one of its displays at the event. Nissan Hyper… Continue reading Nissan Hyper Adventure Concept to be displayed digitally at Japan Mobility Show
Asia Digest: Beyond Next Ventures hits first close of deeptech fund; EQT acquires vet firmThe BNV Fund III targets to raise $168m in total.
Japan-based Beyond Next Ventures has raised $67.7 million for the first close of its deeptech fund, while EQT has acquired veterinary and animal health services provider VetPartners. BNV Fund III raises nearly $68m in first close Japan-based venture capital firm Beyond Next Ventures has raised $67.7 million for the first close of its deeptech fund.… Continue reading Asia Digest: Beyond Next Ventures hits first close of deeptech fund; EQT acquires vet firmThe BNV Fund III targets to raise $168m in total.
@Nissan: Nissan Formula E Team demonstrates brain training program001194
October 11, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan reveals the results of its innovative and ground-breaking Brain to Performance program. The findings of this initiative, which studies driver brain function and anatomy, show how brain training protocols can successfully improve the cognitive functions of Nissan Formula E Team drivers. Furthermore, the data indicates that racing drivers… Continue reading @Nissan: Nissan Formula E Team demonstrates brain training program001194