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Nissan, Mitsubishi opt for Toshiba SCiB rechargeable battery for hybrid kei cars

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Toshiba Corporation announced that Nissan Motor Corporation has selected its innovative SCiB lithium-ion rechargeable battery for the latest generation of its ROOX and ROOX Highway STAR cars and that Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has selected the SCiB battery for the latest generation of its eK X space and eK space cars. Toshiba 10 Ah SCiB.

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Nissan hybrids and PHEVs US-bound, 3-row electric SUV for 2028

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Nissan on Monday revealed a roadmap that will pivot the automaker back toward hybrids and plug-in hybrids for the U.S., Multiple hybrids and plug-in hybrids Globally, fully electric models will double from 20% of Nissan’s global mix in 2026 to 40% in 2030, the company anticipates. Nissan e-Power U.S.

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Nissan Has a Turnaround Plan That Involves Cheaper EVs and Other Electrified Models

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The last decade hasn’t been the kindest to Nissan. Uchida said Nissan plans to release 30 new models by 2026, including 16 electrified models. Importantly, Nissan’s EV roadmap includes plans to slash prices by 30 percent, achieving cost parity between EVs and ICE vehicles by 2030. Nissan only sells two EVs in the U.S.

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Ford introduces two new taxis: diesel and hybrid

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Ford introduced two new taxis: the new 2019 Transit Connect Taxi and Ford’s most fuel-efficient, purpose-built taxi, the 2019 Fusion Hybrid Taxi. Final EPA-estimated ratings available early 2019. It features more than 60 cubic-feet cargo volume behind the second row, more than the Nissan NV200 Taxi.

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Nissan unveils IMQ concept with next-gen e-Power system

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Nissan unveiled the all-new IMQ concept vehicle at the Geneva International Motor Show. e-POWER, introduced in 2016 in the Note, is a non-plug-in series-hybrid drive system. e-POWER borrows from the EV technology in the Nissan LEAF. e-POWER, introduced in 2016 in the Note, is a non-plug-in series-hybrid drive system.

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Nissan Frontier Sentinel pickup concept unveiled in São Paulo; two LEAF battery packs

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Nissan unveiled the Frontier Sentinel, a concept pickup truck designed by Nissan Brazil’s styling studio, at the 2018 São Paulo Motor Show. Frontier Sentinel integrates a host of features, including two battery packs from the Nissan LEAF to deliver auxiliary power. Argentina will join the program in 2019. 100% electric.

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Renault introducing new affordable urban EV in China first in 2019, new electrification options on three popular models in 2020

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Renault will introduce a new, affordable urban electric vehicle in 2019, coming first to China, and new hybrid and plug-in hybrid options on three of its popular vehicles in 2020. Renault also plans to further electrify its range in its 2020 product refresh cycle, offering hybrid on Clio and plug-in hybrid on Megane and Captur.