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Nikkei: Isuzu, Mitsubishi Motors and Mazda weakening ties with Europe

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The Nikkei reports that Isuzu Motors Ltd., Mitsubishi Motors Corp. and Mazda Motor Corp. But with automobile sales in Europe undershooting year-earlier levels since last autumn, the Japanese firms are reviewing tie-ups in areas that could be impacted by the sales slump, such as the supply of parts and finished vehicles.

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Study of Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing Finds Mixed Performance for Most OEMs, BMW and Toyota as the Clear Leaders

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In the group of smaller producers, Isuzu showed a noticeable improvement. The study also highlights the potential improvement that a car giant like General Motors has in how it could improve its long-term sustainability performance. The ranking of the 17 manufacturers based on the Sustainable Value Margin. Click to enlarge.

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Splendid Wall readies EV battery meeting, analysis in Thailand

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BANGKOK — China’s Splendid Wall Motor Co. The Hebei-based corporate could also be taking into account starting a analysis and construction middle in Thailand that would paintings on battery powered pickup vehicles, Narong Sritalayon, managing director of Splendid Wall Motor Thailand, stated in an interview.

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Global Commercial Vehicle Industry Meeting endorses harmonized global approach to improve fuel efficiency and reduce GHGs

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Susumu Hosoi, President of Isuzu Motors Ltd., In addition to the participation of the chief executives, the meeting brought together representatives of the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), and the Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA).

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Keio University Spin-Off Forms Consortium to Develop New EV Prototype for Mass Market; Commercialization in 2013

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a spin-off from Keio University (home of the Ellica, earlier post ), announced that 34 companies and municipalities, including automakers Mitsubishi Motors Corp. and Isuzu Motors Ltd., The initial target is a range of 300 km (186 miles) achieved through an efficient use of wheel motors and reduced air resistance.

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Auto Alliance urges EPA to withdraw premature Final Determination on light-duty GHG regulations, resume Midterm Evaluation process with NHTSA

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This request by the Alliance echoes a similar, earlier request by Global Automakers, the trade association representing the US divisions of 12 international automakers (Aston Martin, Ferrari, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, Maserati, McLaren, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki and Toyota). Earlier post.).

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India’s Top EV Stocks To Get Make The Best Out of The EV Revolution As An Investor

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Tata Motors, Olectra Greentech, JBM Auto, Ashok Leyland, SML Isuzu, Eicher Motors, and M&M are among the top EV stocks in the commercial vehicle industry. Tata Motors was one of the first businesses to produce an entirely self-contained electric commercial vehicle and is ready to release its first electric truck.