UK government eases ZEV mandate to support carmakers On April 6, the UK Government announced that the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate would be changed to make it easier for the industry to upgrade to make electric vehicles (EVs). It will now help the industry to upgrade to make EVs while delivering the manifesto commitment to stop sales of new gasoline and diesel cars by 2030. The package will be backed by a modern Industrial Strategy, to be publis...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/07

Nissan and INFINITI announce new models and technologies for the Middle East regions On March 28, Nissan and Infiniti announced new models and technologies for FY25 and FY26, aiming to enhance driving excitement and luxury in the Middle East. Nissan will expand its lineup in the Middle East next year with exciting new models, including the Z NISMO, a track-ready sports car. While INFINITI will enhance its luxury SUV lineup, starting in FY25 with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

Nissan announces new products and next-gen technologies through FY2026 On March 26, Nissan Motor announced an array of new and refreshed models, along with next-generation technologies set to debut during FY2025 and FY2026. Loaded with innovative features, the new products will play a crucial role in boosting Nissan's performance and customer loyalty, attracting new buyers, increasing profitability, and promoting sustainable growth. The company w...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/28

Nissan to globally launch new car models to rebuild business Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) will hasten to introduce new car models to rebuild its business. Its new Leaf that will be launched in Japan, North America, and Europe in the fiscal year that starts in April 2025 (FY 2025) will be revamped, from a hatchback to a crossover SUV. The new Leaf will adopt the same electric vehicle (EV) platform as the Ariya, and adopt the “NACS” rapid ch...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

Nissan and INFINITI outline new products for U.S. and Canada On March 26, Nissan announced it will launch more than 10 new and refreshed products in in the U.S. and Canada through 2027, including next-gen EV and hybrid tech and INFINITI models. In FY2025: The U.S. and Canada will be the first markets to launch the all-new third-generation Leaf, reimagined as a sleek and spacious family-friendly crossover and sharing Nissan's modular CMF-EV platf...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

Nissan to launch two new EVs in Europe by 2025 On March 26, Nissan announced its plans to launch two all-new electric vehicles (EVs) Europe in 2025, along with an update to one of its key technologies. The first vehicle will be the all-new Micra. The vehicle designed at Nissan Design Europe in London, will use the AmpR Small platform shared with Renault's R5. It will be available in 40 kWh and 52 kWh battery options, providing a maximum range of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

46th Bangkok International Motor Show themed "The Talk of Sensuous Automotive" runs from March 26 to April 6 From March 26 to April 6, 2025, Thailand's 46th Bangkok International Motor Show (46th BIMS) will be organized under the theme concept of "The Talk of Sensuous Automotive" (Press Day/VIP Day: March 24-25). International automotive brands joining the show included Aion, Audi, Aston Martin, BMW, BYD, Changan (Deepal / AVATR), Farizon, Ford, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

Nissan to introduce Rogue PHV in North America On February 13, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) announced a new plan to strengthen its product lineup, including the launch of a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV) for its Rogue (known as the X-Trail in Japan) in the North American market in the fiscal year that ends in March 2026 (FY 2025). The third generation of the series hybrid "e-Power," which uses the engine as a generator, will be installed in core...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

Nissan outlines progress of turnaround measures, plans cost reduction of JPY 400 billion On February 13, Nissan Motor announced additional details the actions to turnaround its performance and create a leaner, more resilient business, outlining targets for fiscal year 2026 (FY 2026) and key initiatives. Nissan plans to optimize its cost structure and reduce fixed and variable costs by a total of approx. JPY 400 billion in FY 2026, which will redu...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/14

GlobalData Blog: Could the prospective merger of Honda and Nissan transform their futures? Honda and Nissan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to start discussions that could pave the way for a merger of the two companies. Mitsubishi Motors is also considering joining a new consolidation, which, if it went ahead, would make it the world’s third largest vehicle manufacturer. In an industry facing great change, whether that be the tr...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

Nissan Malaysia launches all-new KICKS e-POWER SUV; planning 3-5 new models by 2027 Announced on December 4, 2024, Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) has officially launched the all-new Nissan KICKS e-POWER compact SUV in Malaysia, priced from MYR 113,800. Its overall dimensions are (LWH) 4,290x 1,760x 1,605 mm with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. This stylish compact SUV combines sustainable innovation with dynamic performance. It is equipped with N...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/09

Tan Chong Motor, Malaysia comments on its Q3/2024 net loss of MYR 90.28 million Reported on December 2, 2024, Tan Chong Motor Holdings, in a filing to Bursa Malaysia dated November 26, mentioned the shift in Malaysian automotive industry in 2024 and the ongoing rise in competition, particularly from Chinese brands that are expanding their presence. These Chinese brands are offering models with highly competitive pricing and increasing the competi...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

Thailand Motor Expo 2024: Nissan launches Serena S-Hybrid MPV in Thailand Announced on November 28, 2024, Nissan has officially launched the new Nissan Serena premium MPV at Thailand International Motor Expo 2024. This elegant 7-seater, embodying the "Big. Easy. Fun." concept is ready to deliver "Excitement in Every Drive, Convenience in Every Detail", with a starting price of THB 1,469,000. Powered by the S-Hybrid technology, this new Nissan Ser...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/02

Nissan achieves cumulative global e-Power vehicle production of 1.5 million units Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) announced on October 31 that the cumulative global production volume of its vehicles equipped with an “e-Power” series hybrid system reached 1.5 million units. The e-Power was first adopted for the “Note” in 2016, and e-Power vehicles are currently sold in 68 countries and regions. Nissan plans to launch e-Power vehicles in th...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/05

PIMS 2024: Nissan Philippines launches all-new Z NISMO sports car; previews future lineup Announced on October 25, 2024, Nissan displayed a lineup of vehicles at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) themed "Dare. Drive—the Future Redefined”. Nissan’s future lineup previewed at the show were the Nissan Magnite and the Nissan X-Trail e-POWER.  The event peaked with the launch of the all-new Z NISMO, celebrating 40 years of NISM...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/31

Nissan works to launch two Rogue PHEV models in U.S. by 2025 and 2027 On October 16 at an event at its U.S. headquarters, Nissan Americas Chief Planning Officer Ponz Pandikuthira said that a plug-in hybrid variant of its Rogue crossover will arrive at dealerships in late 2025. It will be followed by an e-Power series-hybrid version in early 2027 alongside a redesign of the ICE-powered Rogue. While Nissan builds the ICE-powered Rogue in Smyrna, Te...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/18

Irish EV charging company ePower raises EUR 16 million in funding On September 9, ePower, in a social media update, announced that it had raised EUR 16 million in investment. The company provides home, business, and public electric vehicle charging solutions. The investment will significantly drive the business forward in the coming years. (Based on social media updates of ePower)...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10

Nissan launches Nissan Kicks Play in Mexico On August 12, Nissan Mexicana announced the launch of the 2024 Nissan Kicks Play. The vehicle has a gasoline version and an electric version, both assembled at the Aguascalientes 1 plant, in Mexico. The ICE version has a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with 118 hp and 110 lb.-ft. of torque. It has a manual and CVT transmission option, while the e-Power version has a 134 hp engine and 207 lb.-ft of torque. T...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/16

GIIAS 2024: Nissan launches all-new Serena e-POWER MPV in Indonesia Announced on July 17, 2024, at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2024, Nissan Indonesia launched the all-new Nissan Serena e-POWER MPV, while displaying 6 electrified models at its booth. Nissan also introduced ProPILOT, ASEAN's first driving assistance technology, in the all-new Serena e-POWER for Indonesia. Priced from IDR 635 million, this 7-seater MPV com...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/19

Ascend Elements delivers sustainable cathode materials to Freudenberg e-Power Systems Ascend Elements, a provider of sustainable, closed-loop battery material solutions, began deliveries of decarbonized cathode materials to Freudenberg e-Power Systems, a business unit of Freudenberg. The shipment is one of North America’s first deliveries of engineered cathode materials for a specific battery application as part of a commercial vehicle validati...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/22