ZNA Z9: The “Rugged New Player” in Pickup Kicks Off Pre-sales

ZHENGZHOU,China, April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On March 31, the grand pre-sale launch event for the “Rugged Off-road Pickup Player” Zhengzhou Nissan (referred to herein as ZNA) Z9 was held in Beijing, China. This strategic new pickup model from ZNA has officially begun its pre-sales phase, with two exciting versions: the Z9 and the Z9… Continue reading ZNA Z9: The “Rugged New Player” in Pickup Kicks Off Pre-sales

Trump signs order easing some auto tariffs

Autoworkers at Nissan’s Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant in Tennessee, June 6, 2022. The plant employs thousands of people and produces a variety of vehicles, including the Leaf EV and Rogue crossover. Michael Wayland / CNBC DETROIT — President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order softening some of the automotive tariffs his administration put… Continue reading Trump signs order easing some auto tariffs

German FAZ: “Hybrid sells much better than expected” 009266

Where does Renault go to? Until a few years ago, the French car manufacturer looked bleak. First there was the drama about the long-time CEO Carlos Ghosn, then the fast bankruptcy in Corona pandemic and finally the expensive farewell to the former second most important Russia. The market value is around 14 billion euros far… Continue reading German FAZ: “Hybrid sells much better than expected” 009266

New Citroen C5 Aircross revealed with concept styling and EV option

Smartphone mirroring and a 10in digital display are equipped as standard, and drivers can use the ‘Hello Citroën’ voice control function to control various in-car functions – with AI support from ChatGPT. A head-up display – 30% larger than that of its predecessor – is available as an option. Meanwhile, the ‘Advanced Comfort’ seats have… Continue reading New Citroen C5 Aircross revealed with concept styling and EV option

Trump’s Tariffs Squeeze an Already Struggling British Car Industry

The 25 percent tariffs imposed by President Trump on imported cars have added to the pressures on vehicle manufacturers around the world, but the pain could be particularly acute in Britain’s venerable but flagging auto industry. Britain exports more than 70 percent of the cars that it makes. In 2024, it sent about 101,000 of… Continue reading Trump’s Tariffs Squeeze an Already Struggling British Car Industry

Nissan’s new N7 EV launches in China with +380 miles range and it starts at under $17,000

Nissan’s new EV, the N7, is here and it’s surprisingly affordable. Launched in China, the electric sedan starts at under $17,000 and has a driving range of over 388 miles (625 km). Meet Nissan’s new N7 EV sedan Like nearly all global OEMs, Nissan was caught flat-footed in China after the market rapidly shifted to… Continue reading Nissan’s new N7 EV launches in China with +380 miles range and it starts at under $17,000

March 2025 new car pre-registration figures

SMMT released figures for March pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in March 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading March 2025 new car pre-registration figures

German FAZ: “Hybrid sells much better than expected” 009257

Where does Renault go to? Until a few years ago, the French car manufacturer looked bleak. First there was the drama about long-time CEO Carlos Ghosn, then the fast bankruptcy in Corona pandemic and finally the expensive farewell to the former second most important Russia. The market value is around 14 billion euros far from… Continue reading German FAZ: “Hybrid sells much better than expected” 009257

FADA appoints Shailender Luthra as Chairperson of Delhi Chapter

Shailender Luthra The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has appointed Shailender Luthra as the State Chairperson of its Delhi Chapter. He will be entrusted with the responsibility of addressing auto retail issues through collaboration with dealers, government, and departments in the Delhi region. The body is leveraging his three decades of business experience and… Continue reading FADA appoints Shailender Luthra as Chairperson of Delhi Chapter

Japan’s JERA may consider Alaska as LNG supply option, exec says

JERA is the biggest LNG buyer in Japan with annual volumes, used both for domestic and trading needs, at around 35 million metric tons. JERA, Japan’s top power generator, may consider Alaska as a potential source of liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply, an executive said on Monday, as Japanese officials are heading to the United… Continue reading Japan’s JERA may consider Alaska as LNG supply option, exec says