The old and new Toyota boss appeared in a particularly friendly manner on Friday in front of the journalists who had been summoned at short notice in Tokyo. Just an hour earlier, the world’s largest car manufacturer had surprisingly announced that the previous CFO, Kenta Kon, would take over the chief position from Koji Sato… Continue reading German FAZ: What lies ahead for the new Toyota boss010539
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Chinese Automakers Extend Car Loans to Eight Years to Boost Sales, Reuters Reports
Automakers operating in China are extending vehicle repayment terms to as long as eight years in an effort to attract consumers amid stagnant demand in the world’s largest auto market, according to Reuters. Nissan’s joint venture with Dongfeng joined at least 10 other car brands, including Xpeng, Xiaomi and Geely, on Tuesday in offering longer-term… Continue reading Chinese Automakers Extend Car Loans to Eight Years to Boost Sales, Reuters Reports
Pride in the workplace: How the automotive industry supports the LGBTQ+ community
Companies that embrace diversity and LGBTQ+ inclusive policies and practices contribute to a better and more tolerant society – but by attracting a wide range of talented staff with different backgrounds and experiences, they also tend to be more innovative and profitable. Vehicle manufacturers, operators and suppliers across the automotive industry have been working closely… Continue reading Pride in the workplace: How the automotive industry supports the LGBTQ+ community
@Nissan: Nissan Leaf is named the UK’s most reliable used electric car – with a ‘standout’ performance001476
The Nissan LEAF has again been named the UK’s most reliable used electric car, following a comprehensive study of electric vehicle (EV) repairs across the country. Go to Source
‘Kei jidosha’: How tiny cars had a massive impact in Japan
The EU’s leaders recently accepted an industry proposal for a new class of small, low-cost cars as European manufacturers struggle to remain competitive while being forced into electrification. Named E-car, this takes inspiration from Japan’s thriving kei jidosha (‘light vehicle’) class, which arose from a very different scenario in 1949. Pre-war Japan lagged far behind… Continue reading ‘Kei jidosha’: How tiny cars had a massive impact in Japan
The Toyota bZ is now among America’s top-selling EVs after a surprise sales surge
Toyota is finally selling electric vehicles in the US, thanks to the new and improved bZ. After sales shot up in January, the bZ was among the best-selling EVs in the US, outpacing the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Toyota bZ proves to be a top-selling EV in January Better late than never. After a slow start… Continue reading The Toyota bZ is now among America’s top-selling EVs after a surprise sales surge
Automakers in China roll-out longer-term financing plans to spur demand
The repayment term extension also comes as Chinas auto market is on track for its worst year since 2020. Automakers in China are extending repayment terms for customers to as long as eight years to woo consumers amid stagnant demand in the world’s largest auto market. Nissan’s joint venture with Dongfeng joined at least 10… Continue reading Automakers in China roll-out longer-term financing plans to spur demand
Clean Technica: 20 Best Selling EV Models in the World in 2025 — Tesla Makes an (Increasingly Rare) #1 + #2 Win004344
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe.Or support our Kickstarter campaign! Regarding December’s best selling electric vehicles, the big news is that thanks to a strong month in China, Tesla partly recovered from the hangover on the US market and saw its best sellers return to leading positions. The Model Y (132,327… Continue reading Clean Technica: 20 Best Selling EV Models in the World in 2025 — Tesla Makes an (Increasingly Rare) #1 + #2 Win004344
Chinese carmakers cash in on Britain’s EV credits
Chinese carmakers are expected to cash in on Britain’s net zero mandate after it emerged that major manufacturers will have to pay rivals to avoid fines. Eight carmakers including Jaguar Land Rover and Toyota did not sell enough electric cars or low-emission vehicles last year to meet government mandates, according to an industry analysis. Four… Continue reading Chinese carmakers cash in on Britain’s EV credits
Polestar 2
So how much difference does a 23% power hike, a 33% torque gain and a switch to rear-drive make to the single-motor 2’s measurable potential to accelerate and its wider driving experience? Where the front-drive car we figured in 2022 required fully 8.0sec to hit 60mph from rest, the new one needed just 5.9sec. Where the old… Continue reading Polestar 2