Mitsubishi Motors targeting 50% electrified sales by 2030, 100% by 2035
Green Car Congress
MARCH 11, 2023
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) unveiled its next Mid-Term Business Plan (MTP).
Nissan licenses ECO Pedal technology to Mikuni for sale to other companies
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 16, 2010
Nissan Motor Co., Nissan and Mikuni jointly developed the ECO Pedal system ( earlier post ), the first technology of its type to assist drivers in fuel efficient driving, and commercialized it for the Nissan Fuga, which was launched in 2009. will license its ECO Pedal technology to Mikuni Corporation.
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Renault-Nissan Alliance invests $160M in Korea; zero-emission vehicle in 2013
Green Car Congress
JULY 20, 2012
Renault-Nissan Alliance will invest US$160 million in Korea to meet anticipated demand for the next-generation Nissan Rogue and to accelerate growth of Renault Samsung Motors. Production of Nissan Rogue crossover in Busan, Korea, will begin in 2014, with an annual capacity of about 80,000 units.
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Mitsubishi Motors manipulated fuel economy testing on 625K mini-cars sold in Japan; other models affected
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2016
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has admitted to manipulating fuel consumption testing data for some 625,000 mini-cars it manufactured for sale in Japan by itself and partner Nissan. Nissan was the one who identified the discrepancies. Mitsubishi Motors has stopped production and sales of the applicable cars.
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Nissan introduces hybrid version of Murano to China first
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 18, 2015
Nissan announced that the all-new Murano, including the hybrid version ( earlier post ), is officially available for sale from its joint venture in China, Dongfeng Nissan Passenger vehicle company (DFL-PV). As a key market in Nissan’s global business, China is the first market to introduce the hybrid version of Murano.
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Chevrolet to enter small cargo van segment with City Express based on Nissan NV200
Green Car Congress
MAY 14, 2013
General Motors Co. and Nissan have signed an agreement for Nissan to produce a small cargo vehicle that GM will sell in the United States and Canada. GM will procure the vehicle from Nissan and distribute it through the Chevrolet dealer network. —Joe Castelli, Nissan vice president, commercial vehicles.
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2016 Nissan Leaf, Frankfurt Motor Show, Tesla Owners Thank Salespeople: Today's Car News
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 10, 2015
Today, we have details on the 2017 Nissan Leaf, a green-car preview of the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, and a party thrown by appreciative Tesla owners for sales and service staff. The 2016 Nissan Leaf now offers 107 miles of range with a new optional 30-kilowatt-hour batter pack. All this and more on Green Car Reports.
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Nissan begins Japan sales of new quick charger for EVs; targeting sales of 5K units by March 2016
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 30, 2011
Nissan Motor Co., has begun selling its new quick charger at Nissan parts companies throughout Japan. The newly-developed quick charging unit retains the high performance of the current quick charger manufactured by Nissan, but is nearly half the size (by volume). Earlier post.)
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Nissan develops new quick charger for electric vehicles
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
Nissan Motor Co., revealed its new quick charger and plans to begin sales of the technology in November 2011 at Nissan parts companies throughout Japan. Nissan is also proactively seeking partner companies for sales. New quick charger, standard specification. Click to enlarge. Compatibility. Specifications.
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Nissan leads with transfer of California ZEV credits out for year ending 30 Sep 2014
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 17, 2014
Nissan led with California ZEV credit transfers out during the last report period. Between 1 October 2013 and 30 September 2014, Nissan transferred out 663.6 Large volume manufacturers for the 2013 model year included the big six: Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Nissan and Toyota. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).
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Nissan in China
Revenge of the Electric Car
DECEMBER 3, 2009
The government of Guangzhou Municipality in China and Dongfeng Motor Co., Nissan Motor Co.’s The Renault-Nissan Alliance, which will start marketing electric cars in the U.S. The Renault-Nissan Alliance, which will start marketing electric cars in the U.S. Renault-Nissan inks electric car deal for China city.
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Mitsubishi Motors admits to improper fuel consumption testing in 9 additional models
Green Car Congress
MAY 11, 2016
In April, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) admitted to manipulating fuel consumption testing data for some 625,000 mini-cars representing four models it manufactured for sale in Japan by itself and partner Nissan. Earlier post.).
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Nissan launches expanded strategy for Brazil with new $1.4B manufacturing plant; Renault boosting production capacity there by 100,000 units
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 6, 2011
Nissan Motor Co., The Brazilian factory, scheduled to begin production in the first half of 2014, will have the capacity to produce up to 200,000 units annually of Nissan’s ‘V’ platform products for sale in Brazil. —Carlos Ghosn, chairman and CEO, Nissan Motor Co, Ltd. plans to invest 2.6
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smart USA and Nissan to Collaborate on New Gasoline-Powered B-Segment Vehicle for the US Market
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 6, 2010
has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Nissan Motor Co., for collaboration on a new vehicle for sale in the United States. Sales for the first 9 months of 2010 were 12,421 units, down 61.5% Further details of the non-binding MOU with Nissan are not being released at this time. stake in Nissan.
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Nissan to Introduce New V-Platform and All-New Global Compact Car at Geneva 2010
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 5, 2009
Teaser sketch of new Nissan compact. Nissan will reveal its new V-Platform technology and an all-new global compact car employing that technology at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010. Nissan video newsletter featuring engineering and product executives on the new compact car. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)
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218 Nissan LEAF going on sale in South Africa next year
National Green Transportation
SEPTEMBER 3, 2013
On Tuesday, Nissan announced the LEAF will become the first electric car for sale in South Africa in the Spring of 2014. Its South African debut will come in October 2013 at the Johannesburg International Motor Show, and it.'
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Nissan LEAF going on sale in South Africa next year
National Green Transportation
SEPTEMBER 3, 2013
On Tuesday, Nissan announced the LEAF will become the first electric car for sale in South Africa in the Spring of 2014. Its South African debut will come in October 2013 at the Johannesburg International Motor Show, and it.'
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Volvo Group to acquires 45% of Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles for $900M; Volvo to become world’s largest manufacturer of heavy-duty trucks
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 26, 2013
AB Volvo has signed an agreement with the Chinese vehicle manufacturer Dongfeng Motor Group Company Limited (DFG) to acquire 45% of a new subsidiary of DFG, Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles (DFCV), which will include the major part of DFG’s medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles business. China is the world’s largest truck market.
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Tesla leads with transfer of ZEV credits for year ending 30 Sep 2013
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 17, 2013
Between 1 October 2012 and 30 September 2013, electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors transferred out 1,311.520 ZEV (zero emission vehicle) credits, according to the latest report by the California Air Resources Board (ARB)—by far, the largest of any automaker in the state. delivered for sale in California.
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Green Cars News
OCTOBER 6, 2010
Smart USA is to team up with Nissan Motor Company on a new vehicle that will go on sale in the United States. The companies have signed a memorandum of understanding with Smart USA to obtain the rights to distribute a five-door, petrol powered B-segment vehicle from Nissan for sale through its retail network in [.].
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Ford begins production of 2012 Focus Electric at Michigan Assembly, C-MAX models on deck
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 14, 2011
By comparison, the Nissan LEAF carries a 99 MPGe (combined) EPA rating, while the smaller i-MiEV carries a 112 MPGe (combined) rating. (1 Ford will also be introducing the C-MAX Hybrid and the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid—also to be built at Michigan Assembly— for sale in the second half of next year. Earlier post.).
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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 21, 2021
Nissan Leaf 10,238. It’s a robust list of a variety of models–the majority of which are focused on the hot crossover segment–with total sales of more than 150,000 from six major automaker groups. Nissan Leaf – the Standard Bearer. Road Trip: 2020 Nissan Leaf ; News: The Nissan Ariya Crossover.
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THE UNOBVIOUS ONES: Serving to Genesis Canada promote ‘anything else that drives benefit’ outdoor untouched automobiles
Baua Electric
JUNE 20, 2023
MICHAEL BARRETT DRIVEN TO INCREASE PROFITS IN ALL ASPECTS OF RETAIL Genesis Motors Canada depends upon greater than untouched automobiles for earnings. He held diverse roles at Nissan and upcoming Mitsubishi, and upcoming joined Hyundai in 2018 as a district gross sales supervisor. “I From the top employment in Markham, Ont.,
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52 Report suggests that not following good eco-driving practices can lead to a reduction in on-road fuel economy of up to about 45% in total
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 8, 2011
The types of vehicles consumers select has by far the most dominant impact on on-road fuel economy—the best vehicle currently available for sale in the US is nine times more fuel efficient than the worst vehicle.
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Los Angeles Auto Show 2021 debuts electric vehicles from Nov 19-28
Electric Vehicles India
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
The event is debuting various electric vehicles- electric cars that are being unveiled at the event such as Subaru Solterra small SUV, Kia EV9 SUV, Nissan Ariya, Hyundai Seven, etc. Coupe: Alpha Motor Co. The major OEMs are all set to showcase their all-electric vehicles at the event. Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2021 ZEVAS winners are.
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59 Hertz adds smart fortwo EVs to rental fleet, partners with Starwood Hotels on Hertz Global EV program
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 6, 2010
To-date, the company has ordered vehicles from CODA, Nissan, and smart USA, and has signed an agreement with NRG Energy Inc. The smart fortwo electric drive is powered by a 30 kW drive magneto-electric motor and 16.5 Series production begins in 2012 for sale through smart USA’s dealer network. smart fortwo electric drive.
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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 28, 2009
Tennessee, Nissan and TVA forge a path for electric car By G. Phil Bredesen spent part of Earth Day last week test-driving a Nissan prototype all-electric vehicle at the automakers U.S. Coming to public in 12 Nissans first electric car is to go into corporate and government fleets beginning in late 2010.
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Feature: Are Electric Fire Trucks in the Near Future?
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 10, 2021
The truck features two electric motors with a total output of 490 horsepower and off-the-chart torque. In the meantime, you may see other electric emergency vehicles on the road, like the new zero-emission Nissan ambulance. To test durability, Rosenbauer will also test three more trucks in Berlin, Amsterdam and Dubai.
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DOE Closes $465M Loan to Tesla Motors
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 22, 2010
The US Department of Energy has closed its $465 million loan with Tesla Motors, Inc. The Palo Alto facility will assemble electric vehicle battery packs, electric motors, and related electric vehicle control equipment, both for Tesla’s own electric vehicles and for sale to other automobile manufacturers. Earlier post.).
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Tesla mystery solved: Exactly how much power your Model 3 and Model Y produces in Australia revealed
EV Central
MARCH 13, 2023
Each has a section that shows exactly how much power the electric motors produce. A peak underneath the back of a Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive showing its electric motor designation is 3D7 Our findings may surprise you. Tesla Model 3 RWD The Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive has a single electric motor with the model code 3D7.
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Who is winning the green car race? Part II. The Green Piece
Green Cars News
NOVEMBER 2, 2009
In last week’s edition of The Green Piece Column, we looked at the leaders in the green car race including the likes of Toyota, Honda, Volkswagen and Nissan. However, it’s not just the ‘big boys’ of motoring that are having an impact as we enter a new automotive era. Tesla Motors. Faye Sunderland.
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News: 2023 Fisker Ocean Introduced
Clean Fleet Report
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Dual motor, 550 horsepower (est. Single motor, 275 hp. Dual motor, 540 hp. Dual motor, 550 hp. Expect in the next few years to see at least 50 new models being released for sale. News: 2023 Nissan Ariya. Henrik and his new namesake. 350-mile driving range (est.). All-wheel drive. 0-60 mph: 3.6 0-60 mph: 6.9
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Toyota electric ute could be less than 12 months away from Australia, but will fast-tracked HiLux and Ranger-sized dual-cab finally silence diesel-loving doubters?
EV Central
JUNE 24, 2023
And before you ask me, in 2024 we will have good numbers of those vehicles for sale.” Overseas the bZ4X is available as both a 150kW/266Nm single motor front-wheel drive and 160kW/337Nm dual motor all-wheel drive. We are very confident that vehicle will be well received when we launch.
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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
JANUARY 15, 2009
Mini :Hans Hochwald "unique" conversion Mini :Kaptain Kleavers Mini Pickup Nissan: Bill and Sharon Hoopes EVs PlymouthHorizon : Mike Chanceys former EV, a Jet Electrica 007. PlymouthHorizon : RLewits Home Page, car was for sale but he sold it. No picturesof his car yet though.) Pontiac Fiero : rechargedwith solar array.
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Can Toyota really claim to be green? The Green Piece
Green Cars News
JUNE 30, 2009
First it heads to Wales… then to China… and finally to Japan where it is then shipped for sale worldwide. After establishing itself as a leader in the green car race, Toyota has been pegged back in recent times. From there, it embarks on a lengthy, and presumably environmentally harmful, journey around the world.
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Interview with Chris Paine in the Whole Life Times
Revenge of the Electric Car
JANUARY 21, 2009
Paine was one of the first to lease a General Motors EV1 in 1997 — only to get the car wrenched away from him five years later when he took it in simply to get a brake light fixed. A: I know that Mitsubishi, Nissan and a lot of smaller companies all will have cars available to buy in 2009. In Who Killed the Electric Car?,
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Are Rising EV Inventories Proof Nobody Wants Them?
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 10, 2023
For example, Cox's averages by model ranged from 23 days, for the Chevrolet Bolt EUV, to 181 days for the Nissan Ariya. If you have low sales, which is common for vehicles that are launching, and rising inventory, which is also expected for launch vehicles, you get a high days' supply number," Cain said.
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97 A 100 m.p.g. truck? A Bright IDEA | Freep.com | Detroit Free Press
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 22, 2009
Now, of course, Bright Automotive is ready to unveil the IDEA, with the expectation it will have 50,000 ready for sale in 2013. based Tesla Motors Inc. In the 1990s, Waters led development of the battery pack for General Motors Corp.s Both Ford Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. Right Now can be seen here.
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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 22, 2009
Great Wall Motor Co., Those prices are much lower than that of General Motors Corp.s Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid, which is expected to sell for $40,000 when it goes on sales in the U.S. in late 2010. GM plans to launch the Volt in China in 2011. Prius hybrid.
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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 21, 2009
General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Nissan Includes PHEVs in its long-term development program. Focusing on all-electric, Nissan-Renault partnership with Better Place for EVs. Expected deposits in 2009 and first sales in CA in 2010.
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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 19, 2009
When a car is operating on the electric motor only, throttle and speed dependent synthesised sound projects an engine sound in front of the vehicle. When the powertrain control system switches the car back to running on the electric motor only, the synthesis controller instantaneously sets the system running again.
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VIDEO: Driving a Tesla-powered Smart
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 28, 2009
Our friend Doug, of Tesla Motors Club fame, was at the event and went for a ride in the diminutive one, armed with a video camera to record the ride, the results of which we are happy to share with you after the break. I wish the thing was for sale as-is. Zytek (a UK based company) make the motor and drivetrain for it.
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49 Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 28, 2009
Still, the instant torque of the electric motor is a rush you get to experience all the time in city driving; each time you pull away from a red light and stop sign youre wondering why gasoline engines ever became popular. The car is noisy, with the hum of the electric motor omnipresent when youre not at a standstill.
Convincing Consumers To Buy EVs
Cars That Think
JANUARY 23, 2023
Nissan, which seeks a more mass market buyer, runs commercials exclaiming, “Don’t get an EV for the ‘E’, but because it will pin you in your seat, sparks your imagination and takes your breath away.” The UK Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) needs 90,000 EV-trained technicians by 2030.
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