Europe’s hotly contested ban on new gasoline cars is back in the spotlight

Visitors attend the booth of German car producer Volkswagen Group on the opening day of the IAA MOBILITY 2025 automobile fair on September 09, 2025 in Munich, Germany. Johannes Simon | Getty Images News | Getty Images Europe’s ban on the sale of new diesel and gasoline cars and vans from 2035 has been thrust… Continue reading Europe’s hotly contested ban on new gasoline cars is back in the spotlight

Nissan and ChargeScape announce new vehicle-to-grid pilot with Silicon Valley Power

ChargeScape, an automotive joint venture focused on EV-grid integration, and Nissan have launched a new vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilot in the utility territory covered by Silicon Valley Power (SVP). Silicon Valley is one of the world’s data center hotspots, and utilities such as Silicon Valley Power are seeking innovative ways to quickly increase power supply to… Continue reading Nissan and ChargeScape announce new vehicle-to-grid pilot with Silicon Valley Power

@Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum

JDM stands for “Japan Domestic Market.” For many overseas enthusiasts of Japanese cars, particularly those in the U.S. and the U.K., the acronym has a special meaning, one that is synonymous with the culture of customizing Japanese export models to emulate JDM specifications or importing JDM cars from Japan. In the 1980s and 1990s, a… Continue reading @Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum

@Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum

JDM stands for “Japan Domestic Market.” For many overseas enthusiasts of Japanese cars, particularly those in the U.S. and the U.K., the acronym has a special meaning, one that is synonymous with the culture of customizing Japanese export models to emulate JDM specifications or importing JDM cars from Japan. In the 1980s and 1990s, a… Continue reading @Toyota: “What’s JDM? – The Timeless Allure of Japan’s Rad Era Cars.” Opens on 3 October 2025 at the Toyota Automobile Museum

New Renault boss: Europe needs to focus on cutting EV prices

New Renault Group boss François Provost has said legislators should focus on how to reduce the cost of electric vehicles, rather than forcing manufacturers to sell them in ever-greater numbers. The Frenchman was recently named CEO of the French car giant, succeeding Luca de Meo, who was instrumental in implementing a recovery plan that involved… Continue reading New Renault boss: Europe needs to focus on cutting EV prices

EXECUTIVE-LED BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE DRIVES INDUSTRIAL GROWTH AND GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS IN THE GULF SOUTH

The nonprofit serves as a unified, multi-sector voice advocating for policies that drive growth for energy producers, industrial energy consumers, and community partners.  WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, a coalition of leading energy and industrial executives launched the Gulf South Business Roundtable (GSBR). The effort is dedicated to advancing economic competitiveness, infrastructure development,… Continue reading EXECUTIVE-LED BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE DRIVES INDUSTRIAL GROWTH AND GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS IN THE GULF SOUTH

Legacy car brands launch a product blitz to take the fight to China

The logo of German car maker Mercedes-Benz is seen as a person stands in front of the company’s booth before the opening of the International Motor Show IAA on September 7, 2025, in Munich, southern Germany. Tobias Schwarz | Afp | Getty Images Europe’s embattled auto giants are embarking on a product blitz, seeking to… Continue reading Legacy car brands launch a product blitz to take the fight to China

SMMT International Update September 2025

Visiting China and the USA Matt Smith, Head of International, shares about upcoming activities for the September edition of the SMMT International Update. Over the next five weeks, SMMT will be taking member companies to the world’s two biggest vehicle producers and markets – China and the USA. Both these visits are rare opportunities to engage… Continue reading SMMT International Update September 2025

German FAZ: From Mercedes to the Dacia-Spitz009956

François Provost has been running the business for just under a month, now he has put his first stamp on the French car manufacturer with a number of personnel decisions. In particular, the appointment of the German Katrin Adt as the head of the very successful Group brand Dacia is listed. The 53 -year -old… Continue reading German FAZ: From Mercedes to the Dacia-Spitz009956

Mitsubishi Motors Dealer Partner Spotlight – Lopez Auto Group of Vero Beach, Tallahassee and Albany, Ga. on the Benefits of Embracing Your Local Community

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is celebrating dealer partners who go above and beyond for their communities. They provide more than just a great place to buy a car – they help their hometowns thrive in the good times and heal in the challenging times. They rise to… Continue reading Mitsubishi Motors Dealer Partner Spotlight – Lopez Auto Group of Vero Beach, Tallahassee and Albany, Ga. on the Benefits of Embracing Your Local Community