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@Nissan: Nissan launches new co-creation program001145

August 22, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the launch of the “Drive Myself Project,” a program to co-create future mobility experiences and new ideas for manufacturing with young people. Under its long-term vision, Nissan Ambition 2030, Nissan aspires to empower journeys and society under the slogan “together we empower mobility and… Continue reading @Nissan: Nissan launches new co-creation program001145

Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Your choice has dwindled to just one vehicle

Detroit — Just five years ago, a price-conscious auto shopper in the United States could choose from among a dozen new small cars selling for under $20,000. Now, there’s just one: The Mitsubishi Mirage. And even the Mirage appears headed for the scrap yard. At a time when Americans increasingly want pricey SUVs and trucks… Continue reading Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Your choice has dwindled to just one vehicle

Hard sail test hits the high seas, aiming to reduce cargo ship emissions by 30 percent

The Pyxis Ocean is currently testing two 123-foot WindWings. A cargo ship equipped with rigid sails, each the height of a 10-story building, has departed on its inaugural journey. The Pyxis Ocean vessel will test WindWings sails, designed to harness old-school air power to help reduce fuel usage — and the shipping industry’s CO2 emissions.… Continue reading Hard sail test hits the high seas, aiming to reduce cargo ship emissions by 30 percent

Indonesia pushes EV dream, but car shoppers are not sold yet

Indonesia’s government used the Jakarta auto show to double down on plans to drive production and sales of electric vehicles in Southeast Asia’s largest auto market, but buyers are not sold yet. The price premium on electric vehicles (EVs), questions about the availability of charging stations and doubts about new brands are reasons to hold… Continue reading Indonesia pushes EV dream, but car shoppers are not sold yet

Tata seeks partnerships for UK battery plant to supply Jaguar Land Rover EVs

Tata’s main demand from the UK was securing competitive cost and availability of green power on a continuous basis and negotiating that took time, Balaji said. The UK government adjusted taxes, including grid and connection charges, to make the power competitively priced. Tata Sons is in discussions with multiple startups as the conglomerate seeks technical… Continue reading Tata seeks partnerships for UK battery plant to supply Jaguar Land Rover EVs

Renault India plots hybrid models as part of multi-powertrain strategy

French car maker Renault at working at top speed on a plan to localise hybrid powertrains in the future for the India market. This move is part of its multi-powertrain strategy to penetrate the growing Indian passenger vehicle market, Interestingly, Renault, which decided to exit the diesel engine market, does not foresee big potential for CNG.… Continue reading Renault India plots hybrid models as part of multi-powertrain strategy

Clean Technica: Tesla Plans To Adopt Bi-Directional Charging By 2025002968

You might think the crack team of reporters at CleanTechnica would have bisected, dissected, and intersected every scrap of Tesla news there is to be had in the entire universe by now. Much to our astonishment, a significant piece of Tesla news — that bi-directional charging will be available in all Tesla vehicles by 2025… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Plans To Adopt Bi-Directional Charging By 2025002968

Nissan recalling more than 236,000 cars to fix a problem that can cause loss of steering control

Detroit – Nissan is recalling more than 236,000 small cars in the U.S. because the tie rods in front suspension can bend and break, possibly causing drivers to lose steering control. The recall covers certain Sentra compact cars from the 2020 through 2022 model years. Tie rods help vehicles move the wheels for steering. Nissan… Continue reading Nissan recalling more than 236,000 cars to fix a problem that can cause loss of steering control

Michael Perschke, ex-Audi India MD, joins on the Board of Goldstone Technologies

Michael Perschke, founder-CEO of Automobili Pininfarina, on Saturday joined Goldstone Technologies (GTL) New Delhi: Michael Perschke, founder-CEO of Automobili Pininfarina, on Saturday joined Goldstone Technologies (GTL), as Director on the Board. He was also a Senior Director at Audi AG, Managing Director at Audi India, and Director Steering of the National Safety Code at the… Continue reading Michael Perschke, ex-Audi India MD, joins on the Board of Goldstone Technologies