* Nissan set to boost battery output to supply automaker Nov 4, 2009
Nissan set to boost battery output to supply automaker ... Japans Nissan Motor Co plans to invest D50 billion (US$554 million) to boost battery production for electric vehicles produced by its French partner Renault, a report said yesterday ... Automotive Energy Supply Corp, Nissans joint venture with the NEC group, will upgrade its plant for lithium ion batteries in Kanagawa prefecture, southwest of Tokyo, the Nikkei Shimbun daily reported. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Lifting hopes of a recovery, auto sales rise Nov 4, 2009
Ford, and Nissan also posted higher sales. The mood was in contrast to a year ago, when consumers were frightened by the early effects of the financial meltdown, plunging stock markets, and the credit freeze. (Boston Globe)
Nissan interim net profit down 92.9 pc Nov 4, 2009
Nissan Motor interim net profit down 92 ... Nissan Motor interim net profit down 92 ... TOKYO: Japan's Nissan Motor said Wednesday its first-half net profit plunged 92. (India Times)
Nissan's interim net profit down 92.9% on-year to US$100m Nov 4, 2009
com - Nissan's interim net profit down 92 ... Nissan's interim net profit down 92. (Channelnewsasia.com)
6 hot electric car start-ups Nov 4, 2009
But they'll all have to take on the major automakers like Ford, General Motors and Nissan, each of which are working on their own electric cars. Now, Tesla is going after the mass market with a plug-in electric sedan dubbed the Model S. The car is slated for production in late 2011 and will cost about $57,000, but anyone who buys an electric car is eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit. (CNN -- Money)
Auto sector beginning to stabilize Nov 4, 2009
Other top automakers -- Toyota, Ford, Nissan --also posted higher sales. The mood contrasts a year ago, when consumers were frightened by the early effects of the financial meltdown, plunging stock markets and credit freeze. (The Augusta Chronicle)
US sales rise at both GM and Ford Nov 4, 2009
Among the other main carmakers, US sales at Toyota rose less than 1% in October, while those at Japanese rival Nissan added 5. 6%, and Honda's fell 0. (BBC News -- Americas)
Japan stocks edge up Wed as investors await US Fed Nov 4, 2009
4 percent to 2,860 yen, and Nissan Motor Co. closed up 1. 7 percent at 661 yen. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Gas guzzlers top sales Nov 4, 2009
GM, Ford, Nissan, Hyundai, Subaru and Toyota all reported increased sales in October ... Nissan Altima 14,773 -16. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Auto sales flat overall, but some have big gains Nov 4, 2009
By Joe Raedle, Getty Images. Nelson Ortiz washes a new Chevrolet Corvette on the sales lot at the Kendall Chevrolet at The Dadeland Mall in Miami. (USA Today -- Money)
Gone in 3.7 seconds Nov 3, 2009
Nissan has quietly released an updated GT-R with some subtle but significant changes. Subaru's new 'combo-cars' - the Legacy and Outback - are ready to roam local roads. (iAfrica.com)
Atlanta cop's Decatur car museum Nov 3, 2009
Although the auto shop specializes in Nissan Z cars, Fletcher has worked on many of Pickard s vehicles. He even helped Pickard figure out a way to keep the Bricklin s doors constantly open without damaging the car. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Seattle should be key market for electric cars Nov 1, 2009
As part of the DOE grant, the Puget Sound area has been promised 1,000 Nissan LEAF all-electric cars, which will be sold beginning in December 2010. But that's only the start. (Montana Standard, MT)
Its Batteries Helping Toyota Lead Charge Oct 31, 2009
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Nissan taking Leaf on tour of cities to be electrified Oct 31, 2009
Nissan is a partner with Scottsdale-based and its Phoenix subsidiary, Electric Transportation Engineering Corp., in a $99 ... Nissan says the car is capable of hitting 90 miles per hour and has a range of about 100 miles. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Electric Cars Finally Shift Into Drive Oct 31, 2009
Nissan () plans to sell its all-electric midsize sedan, Leaf, next year in the U.S.. Nissan showed off its all-electric Leaf in Japan two months ago ... Nissan could say much the same thing. (Investors Business Daily)
Asians top reliability lists Oct 30, 2009
DETROIT --- Asian automakers are still building the most reliable cars and trucks, with eight of the top 10 brands from Japanese and Korean companies, according to an annual survey by Consumer Reports. But several models from Ford Motor Co. are consistently scoring above Honda and Toyota, the perennial leaders. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Different concept rolls out at Fresno auto show Oct 30, 2009
The Volt sent a jolt around the world Tuesday when General Motors officials said that the electric hybrid would deliver 230 miles per gallon, and Nissan followed by claiming its all-electric Leaf would get 367 mpg with zero emissions. GM seen posting sales gain. (Fresno Bee)
An expensive mistake Oct 30, 2009
Along with Honda and Nissan, Japans two other big carmakers, Toyota had the place to itself the grim story of the Tokyo show, traditionally a forum for exotic roll-outs of concept cars, was that few international automakers would be spending the money to make the trip to the Land of the Rising Sun. Still, there was the usual peppy, multicolored, futuristic zaniness that is the TMS. Unfortunately, Toyota did little to offer a redefinition of itself in the face of its recent troubles. (MSNBC -- Business)
Demand high for Fibre's newest recycled paper Oct 29, 2009
The Zipster wrote on Oct 28, 2009 9:25 PM:" Most of the whining about union wages and benefits is simply envy from those without. Too bad they didn't unionize and get those benefits. Unions have really benefitted everyone who works for a living - promoting safety standards, regular work hours, things like paid vacations, health insurance and job security. In order for a unionized company to be successful, it takes cooperation on the part of both management and labor. GM's demise was the result... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Area auto sales plunge after Cash for Clunkers boost Oct 29, 2009
Daytona Nissan was a distant second with 93. Jon Hall Chevrolet, usually among the top two dealers, fell to eighth place with just 49 sales to local residents. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
China to Pursue Trade Case Against US Automakers Oct 29, 2009
Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Nissan also export cars to China from plants in the United States, but those won't be included in the investigation, Collins said. GM and Chrysler have received billions of dollars in aid from the government's $700 billion bailout fund, though Ford has not. (ABC News -- Wire)
Toyota, Honda cut output to reduce inventories Oct 29, 2009
Honda s production fell 17% to 300,742 while output at Nissan Motor Co, Japan s third-largest automaker, fell 8 ... Yokohama-based Nissan s output in the country rose 63% to a record 55,174 ... Honda s Japan output dropped 34% and Nissan s fell 16. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Hopes Fade for Rivals to India's Tata Nano Oct 29, 2009
Nissan's executive vice-president for Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, Colin Dodge, said last week that Nissan's () input in the car is now minimal ... "Doing this car for around $2,500 and getting motorbike drivers to jump into four-wheel vehicles [is] very challenging;[but] the car is coming along." Dodge declined to comment on when the car will be released or if it will be badged as a Nissan, Renault, or Bajaj. (BusinessWeek)
Chrysler ranks last in predicted reliability Oct 28, 2009
Oct. 27, 2009 12:49 PM USA Today. When it comes to predicted reliability - coming after years of gab from Detroit about how its cars don't break down anymore - six American brands rank dead last in Consumer Reports' latest predictions on automotive reliability being released now. (AZCentral -- Business)
A123 Systems and IHI Corporation Sign Joint Marketing Agreement to Develop Advanced Battery Technology Business in Japan Oct 28, 2009
With over 24,000 employees around the world and over 155 years of history, IHI customers include major Japanese car makers Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Suzuki and Mitsubishi. The company is a tier one turbo charger supplier to truck and auto makers all over the world. (Primezone Releases)
Hawaii car sales down 26% so far Oct 28, 2009
Toyota/Scion continues to hold the largest market share in Hawaii at 32 percent, followed by Honda (17 percent) and Nissan (12 percent). The Hawaii Automobile Dealers Association is holding on to its earlier projection that new light vehicle registrations will increase 13 percent in 2010. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Southwest Montana Snapshot Oct 28, 2009
Gypsy wrote on Oct 27, 2009 12:24 PM:" I certainly do not envy the job President Obama faces. He has been in this job for only nine months, but the Republicans blame him for the unemployment rate, trying to orchestrate a government takeover of the health care system, of growing government, of not being a U.S. citizen, of being a socialist/marxist, fascist--take your pick.When Obama was first elected, the general consensus was that he would be given at least a year to get the economy moving... (Montana Standard, MT)
Honda in the black, Daimler stays in the red Oct 28, 2009
Toyota reports earnings Nov. 5, Nissan on Nov. 4. Daimler said it expects to report positive operating earnings for the current quarter, but warned that times remained challenging. (USA Today -- Money)
Mundus Group, Inc. Announces Formation of AirStar Foto Worx Division To Continue Use of Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAV) for Professional Aerial Photography Sales and Service. This Division Will Have Manufacturing Aerial Photography Package Oct 27, 2009
When the advertising company for Nissan Australia wanted to produce a commercial which was strictly shot from the air, the AirStar Camera Helicopter provided the solution. The Camera Helicopter was used throughout the entire commercial providing close range cinematography of the car in action completely with one aerial camera. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Whither way Warriors Oct 27, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009. (10-26) 20:55 PDT (10-26) 20:55 PDT -- Coach Don Nelson stopped stalking the sideline, stuck his head smack dab in the middle of the players' huddle at midcourt, explained the coming play to each of five attentive athletes and then did a half-spin of excitement while slapping his hands together. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Tenn. woman's body found in river in Miss. Oct 27, 2009
It's a white 2009 Nissan Sentra with a Georgia tag. In your voice. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Honda nearly triples outlook Oct 27, 2009
Rivals Toyota Motor Corp and Nissan Motor Co are also expected to report improved second-quarter earnings next week, but Honda is seen making the most profit by far for the full year, partly due to its more flexible operations, fewer exports from Japan and a slim car line-up. Still, auto executives are concerned about volatile currency moves and repercussions on demand when government stimulus measures around the world end. (India Times)
Honda sharply hikes annual profit forecast Oct 27, 2009
It was the only one of Japan's top three automakers to post a profit for the financial year to March 2009, outperforming Toyota and Nissan which suffered heavy losses. For the six months to September, Honda posted a net profit of 61. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Oct 27, 2009
" In some ways, Toyota is following tracks left online by Lexus, its luxury sibling brand, and by its rival Nissan . Last year, Lexus paid MSN to build and act as host for a site called Luxury for Living, featuring Lexus promotional material but many other offerings, too, including information on topics like luxury hotels and high-technology houses. This month, MSN and Lexus announced that eight million consumers had visited the site by December 2003. The companies agreed to keep the site... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
› Just hammer away Oct 27, 2009
(Fromt right) The BMW Z4, Audi TTS and Nissan 370Z. Picture: Oliver Hirtenfelder ... We had long planned for the new Nissan 370Z and BMW Z4 to land on our doorstep at the same time, along with an Audi TTS for good measure ... Neither of them earn universal praise, but no one can deny that the Nissan 370Z screams aggression. (iAfrica.com)
My View: Clearer thinking needed on 'cool cars' Oct 27, 2009
Toyota, Nissan and other large foreign automakers recently urged California to back away from the window glazing proposal altogether. The most serious concern a truly major one has to do with the fact that the metallic coating CARB is seeking to mandate interferes with electronic and radio signals emanating from or entering vehicles. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Seattle expected to be key market for electric cars Oct 26, 2009
As part of the DOE grant, the Puget Sound area has been promised 1,000 Nissan LEAF all-electric cars, which will be sold here beginning in December 2010 ... The cars: Seattle will be one of the first markets for the Nissan LEAF, which will go 100 miles per charge ... Nissan says the cars will be available in December 2010 and will cost about as much as a hybrid perhaps 25,000 to 35,000. (Longview Daily News, WA)
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Honda to up motorcycle output in Indonesia Oct 26, 2009
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Japanese automakers in new push for hydrogen-powered cars Oct 25, 2009
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Japanese automakers' hydrogen car drive Oct 25, 2009
Nissan and Mazda have developed their own fuel-cell vehicles and leased them to governments and corporate clients, while Suzuki Motor is showcasing a car, a wheelchair and scooter -- all powered by fuel cells -- at the Tokyo Motor Show ... Last month, Toyota, Honda, Renault-Nissan, Hyundai, Ford, General Motors, Daimler and Kia issued a joint plea for a sufficient hydrogen infrastructure network to be built by 2015, from when they believe "a few hundred thousand" of the cars could be... (Yahoo! Asia News)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: James Healey answers your questions Oct 24, 2009
Nissan's belt-drive system as the planetary gear system used in Ford and toyota hybrids drive quite pleasantly ... I really don't expect it to be too competitive given the price which is similar to what you would pay for a proven brand such as a Honda, Toyota, Nissan or even VW. There are no Suzuki dealers within 100 miles of me so that's another discouraging aspect ... Meantime, as Nissan ads used to say, drive happy. (USA Today -- Money)
Thief steals car during test drive Oct 24, 2009
"It's just like any other criminal," said the salesman's boss, Leon Terry, sales manager at Nissan South. "They're not the smartest. That's why they're criminals.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Nissan's All-Electric Leaf To Tour Country Oct 24, 2009
-- Nissan Motor Co. will show off the automaker's all-electric Leaf in a North American tour starting Nov. 13 in Los Angeles ... -based Nissan North America said in a statement Thursday that the Los Angeles showing will be the first time people in the United States will be able to see the five-passenger, five-door, gasoline-free car. (KSBW 8, CA)
Cars with the worst fuel economy Oct 24, 2009
Nissan and Tesla have developed electric technology: Tesla with its $102,000 Roadster, and Nissan with the LEAF, expected to cost $30,000 next year. Others have developed hybrids and microcars. (MSNBC -- Business)
Automakers focus on affordable electric cars Oct 24, 2009
Nissan, for example, has its electric LEAF hatchback, planned for mass production in late 2010. Nissan has not announced the price, but it is rumored to be in the vicinity of $30,000. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Repairing a hybrid doesn't have to cost a lot Oct 24, 2009
New 100 percent electric vehicles by Chevrolet, Chrysler, Nissan and Mini will have lithium battery packs that cost more than 10,000. A battery pack's limited shelf life means a fully electric or even a gas-electric hybrid might not be the best choice for a retiree planning to drive 3,000 miles a year for 20 years and then pass the vehicle down to a favorite grandchild. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Qazana may signal Nissan's future direction on family crossover vehicles Oct 23, 2009
If you're looking for the direction Nissan may take on its next crossovers, take a look at Qazana ... That's a sign that Nissan is serious. (USA Today -- Money)
Foreign automakers skip Tokyo car show Oct 22, 2009
"The race to zero-emission has begun," Nissan Motor Co. Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn said, driving on stage in a bullet-shaped electric vehicle ... Reporters got a preview of presentations by Nissan and other automakers ahead of the event's opening Friday. (MSNBC -- Business)
Nissan: Pain After the Binge Oct 22, 2009
Nissan: The Pain After the Binge - BusinessWeek ... Nissan: The Pain After the Binge ... Yet Nissan Motor () has no plans to reduce its manufacturing capacity in the U.S. "I've absolutely no worry about using our capacity in the U.S. in the short term," says Chief Executive. (BusinessWeek)
Jobs outlook begins to brighten in Mississippi Oct 22, 2009
Topper said Nissan returning to a full production schedule could create more opportunities for the suppliers that serve the automaker ... Nissan went to a four-day workweek last October on both its truck and auto lines ... The company recently returned to a full workweek on its auto line after going to full production on the truck line earlier in the summer, Nissan spokesman Fred Standish said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Infiniti will get M hybrid and an electric car like Nissan Leaf Oct 22, 2009
Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn announced at the Tokyo Motor Show that the luxury Infiniti will also get an electric car, one that will put the premium on "inspired performance." We guessGhosn and companymust have been able to put the pedalto the floorboards of a Tesla roadster to see the whip-saw acceleration of an electric performance car ... Photo of Nissan Leaf by Nissan. (USA Today -- Money)
Watch out Smart: Nissan plans to enter the microcar market in the U.S. Oct 22, 2009
Good news for anyone who's looked at a Nissan Versa and wished it could be even smaller. Nissan plans to sell a microcar in the U.S after 2010 ... Officials at Nissan's Yokohama headquarters say that the U.S. will be a focus in the companys campaign to sell a million vehicles a year from their new economic "V-Platform," which will consist of a four-door sedan, a five-door hatchback and a multipurpose vehicle. (USA Today -- Money)
Foreign Automakers Give Up on Japan Oct 22, 2009
On day one, though, there were visibly fewer attendees than in 2007 when the Nissan GT-R, another very fast car, was the star ... Nissan (), for example, may have spent $50 million in peak years, Yoshida reckons. (BusinessWeek)
MARSHFIELD TALKING CARS: Alldentifix to the rescue! Oct 22, 2009
Question: I own a 2002 Nissan Altima 2. 5 four-cylinder that has an intermittent no-start condition. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Electric cars take on hybrids at Tokyo show Oct 22, 2009
The era of reinventing the automobile is nearly upon us," said Akio Toyoda, president of the world's largest automaker. Toyota also showed off a lightweight concept sports car inspired by an iconic 1980s coupe, along with a Lexus two-seat supercar with a 4.8-litre engine and a price of 375,000 dollars, of which just 500 will be produced worldwide. Nissan unveiled a concept car that leans to the side when going around bends. Just 1.1 metres (3 feet 7 inches) wide, the "Land Glider" seats two... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Hyundai Motor profit surges amid sales jump Oct 22, 2009
Besides the top-selling Camry sedan and hybrid Prius, Toyota Motor Corp. Tuesday announced South Korean sales of its Camry hybrid and the RAV4, a compact SUV. Japanese automakers Honda Motor co. and Nissan Motor Co. have also entered the South Korean market in recent years. Toyota has been active in South Korea since 2000 when it established a local arm and began selling the luxury Lexus the following year. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Missed out on Clunkers? There are still breaks Oct 22, 2009
For 2010 models, there are credits between $650 and $2,350 for certain SUVs and trucks made by Ford, Mercury, Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC, and for specific sedans from Chevy and Nissan. A list, last updated Oct. 9, of the eligible cars is available on the Internal Revenue Service Web site, at www. (MSNBC -- Business)
Japan shares slip after weak US housing data Oct 21, 2009
Honda Motor Co. and Sony Corp. will announce their earnings next week, with Nissan Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Corp., the word's biggest auto maker, set to release their quarterly earnings in early November ... Honda was unchanged at 2,780 yen, with Nissan losing 1. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Police: Man Stole Multiple Purses Oct 21, 2009
Police are also looking for a mid-90s model four-door car, possibly a Nissan Maxima, that they said is linked to the thefts. The car has front-end damage and its side-view mirror appears to be hanging down. (7 KETV Omaha)
Honda, Toyota May Sell Electric Cars Beyond U.S. on Environmental Concerns Oct 21, 2009
General Motors Co., and Nissan Motor Co. are also planning to sell electric vehicles as governments worldwide give incentives for alternative-energy vehicles to cut pollution and the use of oil. Nissan, Japans third-largest automaker, will start selling its Leaf electric car next year, and GM aims to start selling the Chevrolet Volt by November 2010 ... Nissan aims to reduce the cost of electric vehicles over three to four years if governments help boost sales, , executive vice president,... (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Can sever ties with any partner, including M&M: Renault Oct 21, 2009
Renault has other alliances with Bajaj Auto for a small car project and Ashok Leyland through Nissan for light commercial vehicles in India. "I am not saying we will, I am saying we can. I don''t want anybody to be surprised. We have today three partners (in India). Our intention is to continue with the three partners, but if it is not possible, I can tell you that we need at least one," Renault Chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn said here at the Tokyo Motor Show. (India Times)
Somer Search Oct 21, 2009
In a parallel investigation, Beseler said detectives were looking into an incident 10 days ago when three people in a blue Nissan allegedly tried to lure a girl into their car ... In a parallel investigation to missing 7-year-old Orange Park girl Somer Thompson, the Clay County Sheriff's Office said detectives were looking into an incident 10 days ago when three people in a blue Nissan Sentra allegedly tried to lure a girl into their car. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Honda Motor May Sell Electric Cars in Japan, Europe, President Ito Says Oct 20, 2009
Nissan, Japans third-largest automaker, will start selling its Leaf electric car next year, and Toyota, the worlds largest carmaker, will follow in 2012 ... Nissan aims to reduce the cost of electric vehicles over three to four years if governments help boost sales, , executive vice president, said at a separate conference in Tokyo today ... Yokohama, Japan-based Nissan and its partner are alone among major manufacturers in predominately focusing on battery-powered models, with Chief... (Bloomberg -- Japan)
