SAO PAULO – Eight out of 10 Latin Americans are willing to buy an electric vehicle, according to a study commissioned by Nissan. With the proper measures, Latin America has opportunities to speed up the adoption of electric and autonomous vehicles, according to the study by C230, a consultant branch of the think tank Fundacion… Continue reading Eight out of 10 Latin Americans open to buying an electric vehicle
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2016 Production
World Motor Vehicle Production / by manufacturer / by country By country and type / passenger cars / light commercial vehicles / heavy trucks / buses and coaches By manufacturer, make and country Anhui Jac Ashok Leyland Avtovaz Baic BMW Brilliance Byd Changan Chengdu Dayun Changfeng Chery China National Heavy Duty Truck Chongqing Lifan Motor… Continue reading 2016 Production
Nissan Is in Talks to Buy France’s Renault Stake: Reuters
Nissan Motor Co. is in talks to buy most of the French state’s stake in partner Renault SA as the carmakers tighten cooperation, Reuters reported, citing unidentified people close to the matter. Discussions with government officials include France giving up influence at Renault while the manufacturer would relinquish control over its Japanese counterpart, the newswire… Continue reading Nissan Is in Talks to Buy France’s Renault Stake: Reuters
Daimler, Volvo Cars executives skeptical over Geely alliance plan
GENEVA (Reuters) – Executives at Daimler (DAIGn.DE) and Volvo Cars question the viability and industrial logic of a plan by their major shareholder, China’s Geely, to form an auto industry alliance to counter “tech invaders.” FILE PHOTO: The Mercedes star logo of an E Coupe is pictured before the annual news conference of Daimler AG… Continue reading Daimler, Volvo Cars executives skeptical over Geely alliance plan
Electrification, luxury and design: Talking with Marek Reichman and Andy Palmer
Andy Palmer sits near the top of the list of industry executives journalists like to talk to. There’s a refreshing honesty to the 54-year old Brit, a willingness to slice through the sort of circumspect phrases his underlings put into press kits and speak his mind. He managed it when working in the ultra-corporate world… Continue reading Electrification, luxury and design: Talking with Marek Reichman and Andy Palmer
Daimler’s R&D chief sees nickel rich batteries gaining traction
GENEVA, March 6 (Reuters) – The car industry is moving towards making electric car batteries with a higher ratio of nickel, Ola Kaellenius, Daimler board member responsible for research and development, said on Tuesday. High cobalt prices have been pushing manufacturers to adjust the recipe for the batteries used to power electric cars to reduce… Continue reading Daimler’s R&D chief sees nickel rich batteries gaining traction
Stoneacre buys Platts Garage in Stafford
Stoneacre Motor Group has bought Platts Garage in Stafford, representing Fiat, Dacia, Renault and Kia. Platts has been located on the same site in Lightwood Rd, Longton since 1938 when it was known as Peppers Garage. It was awarded the Fiat franchise in 1946 and billed itself as the longest established Fiat franchise in the UK.… Continue reading Stoneacre buys Platts Garage in Stafford
Nissan: Nissan at Geneva Motor Show 2018: transforming the way we drive, transforming the way we live
GENEVA – The acceleration of electrification was the key theme at the Nissan stand during this year’s Geneva Motor Show. Taking center stage was the world premiere of the all-electric ABB FIA Formula E Championship race car, seen in its concept livery for the first time. The car will make its city circuit debut at… Continue reading Nissan: Nissan at Geneva Motor Show 2018: transforming the way we drive, transforming the way we live
Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision drives breakthrough announcements at Geneva Motor Show
Next generation of Nissan’s best-selling crossovers will offer electrified powertrain options to consumers “Simply Amazing” new Nissan LEAF is Europe’s fastest-selling electric vehicle as orders hit 19,000 Nissan Qashqai on sale with ProPILOT driver assistance technology this month New partnership with energy company E.ON advancing Nissan’s ambition to offer free power for its EV drivers… Continue reading Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision drives breakthrough announcements at Geneva Motor Show
Nissan: Nissan IMx KURO concept vehicle debuts at Geneva Motor Show
GENEVA – The Nissan IMx KURO was unveiled today at the Geneva International Motor Show, marking the European debut of the IMx electric crossover concept vehicle. Kuro, which means black in Japanese, comes to life on the IMx, which was first revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 2017, with new look black trim… Continue reading Nissan: Nissan IMx KURO concept vehicle debuts at Geneva Motor Show