TMC Announces Results for October 2016

by News Feeder, 18-10-2024, 02:58 AM

Toyota Motor Corporation announces its production, domestic sales, and export results for October 2016, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd., and Hino Motors, Ltd.

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Nissan announces new strategy to improve ownership experience for customers with new

by News Feeder, 17-10-2024, 11:09 PM

Advances in connected car, big data, and personalization will give customers more control managing their vehiclesNew technologies and services anticipated to contribute 25% of Nissan’s aftersales revenue by 2022Yokohama, Nov. 29, 2016: - Nissan announced today a comprehensive strategy to transform the customer aftersales experience through innovative technology and enhanced services. As a result, connected car services and greater choice in accessories and personalization will increasingly drive growth in Nissan’s aftersales business, anticipated to contribute 25% of aftersales revenue by 2022.“Nissan has a clear plan to develop its aftersales business by leading the industry in delivering the latest technology to our customers around the world,” said Kent O’Hara, Nissan Corporate Vice President and head of the Global Aftersales Division. “This strategy is about giving our customers more choices and new services to make the ownership experience better. It will also help us expand our connected car, big data and personalization innovations to improve the customer experience and open up new revenue streams for the company.”Connected car technology and expanding use of big data will enable Nissan to offer new services, improve the dealership experience and increase customer retention. In the future, Nissan cars will provide customers advance notice when servicing is needed, as well as automatically order parts to ensure dealership availability on customer visits. Connected car technology will also dramatically streamline Nissan’s global supply chain, bringing just-in-time logistics to increase manufacturing efficiency, from plants to the dealer.For Nissan, a key element of the strategy is developing connectivity for all customers, including those in emerging markets and those who already own Nissan cars. Connected cars will be available as a dealer option starting in Japan and India and expanding to other countries by 2020. Nissan is also developing affordable solutions to offer customers connectivity using multiple technologies as an aftersales option. Those technologies will be offered to customers who already own vehicles that were not manufactured as connected cars. They will allow those vehicles to become connected, enabling those customers to receive the additional benefits of managing their vehicles that come from connectivity.Nissan’s aftersales business will be strengthened further with a focus on personalization and accessories, pushing Nissan to the forefront of customization in the auto industry. Starting with the new Nissan Micra, which is being built at the Flins plant in France, Nissan is advancing the manufacturing and design process to offer customers even more choice.“Nissan has a comprehensive long-term vision to offer our customers greater choice than ever before,” said Kent O’Hara. “When car manufacturing was in its infancy, customers could have any color they wanted as long as it was black. Nissan led the way in developing factories that can build multiple different models on the same line. Now we are taking manufacturing to the next level of sophistication. Our customers want cars that are tailored to their lifestyles and aspirations. The ultimate goal is hyper-personalization.”About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.2 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan's global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and Mitsubishi Motors since 2016 under the Alliance.For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/###

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Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Sponsors the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences™ Annual Voice

by News Feeder, 17-10-2024, 06:51 PM

On the eve of Nov. 13 at the Warner Bros. Studio in Burbank, Calif., the all-new 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell made a red carpet appearance to celebrate and honor the emerging talent in the voiceover arts industry at the annual Voice Arts Awards gala. # # #

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Honda Pilot, Ridgeline and HR-V Receive 2017 Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Awar

by News Feeder, 17-10-2024, 04:15 PM

Recognizing the attributes and value within their respective classes, the editors of Consumer Guide® Automotive granted three Honda light trucks 2017 Best Buy Awards. The all-new 2017 Ridgeline was named as best compact pickup truck, the upgraded 2017 Pilot took home the best midsize crossover/SUV award, and the 2017 HR-V took the award in the new subcompact crossover/SUV category. The Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Awards honor the top U.S. market vehicle in each category based on objec...

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Nissan production, sales and export results for October 2016

by News Feeder, 14-10-2024, 02:15 AM

YOKOHAMA, Japan (November 25, 2016) – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its production, sales and export figures for October 2016.1. Production October Nissan's global production in October increased 7.8 percent year-on-year to 518,963 units, the ninth consecutive month of increase and a record for a single month.Nissan's global production in October increased 7.8 percent year-on-year to 518,963 units, the ninth consecutive month of increase and a record for a single month.Production in Japan increased 36.6 percent year-on-year to 95,490 units, the third consecutive month of increase.Production outside Japan increased 2.9 percent year-on-year to 423,473 units, the eighteenth consecutive month of increase and a record for a single month.In the U.S., production decreased 1.2 percent year-on-year to 91,620 units.In Mexico, production decreased 3.5 percent year-on-year to 80,144 units.In the U.K., production decreased 0.5 percent year-on-year to 45,837 units.In Spain, production increased 41.1 percent year-on-year to 11,045 units.In China, production increased 9.4 percent year-on-year to 128,118 units, a record for the month of October.Production in other regions increased 3.1 percent year-on-year to 66,709 units. 2. Sales October Global sales increased 4.5 percent year-on-year to 450,104 units, the third consecutive month of increase and a record for the month of October.Japan: Sales including mini-vehicles decreased 0.3 percent year-on-year to 38,708 units.Vehicle registrations increased 6.1 percent year-on-year to 27,023 units.Mini-vehicle sales decreased 12.7 percent year-on-year to 11,685 units.Sales outside Japan increased 5.0 percent year-on-year to 411,396 units, a record for the month of October.In the U.S., sales decreased 2.2 percent year-on-year to 113,520 units.In Mexico, sales increased 10.3 percent year-on-year to 35,831 units, a record high for the month of October.In Europe, sales increased 4.1 percent year-on-year to 56,387 units.In China, sales increased 16.1 percent year-on-year to 127,154 units, a record high for the month of October.3. Exports from Japan October Exports in October increased 21.2 percent year-on-year to 51,618 units, the sixth consecutive month of increase. About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.19 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has a global workforce of 247,500, and has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault under the Renault-Nissan Alliance since March 1999. # # #

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Mazda Production and Sales Results for October 2016 (Flash Report)

by News Feeder, 14-10-2024, 02:15 AM

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Toyota Develops World's First Behavior Observation Method for Lithium Ions in Electro

by News Feeder, 13-10-2024, 03:04 AM

Toyota Motor Corporation has developed the world's first method for observing the behavior of lithium ions (Li-ions) in an electrolyte when a Li-ion battery charges and discharges.

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Nissan signs off from international LM P2 competition with victory

by News Feeder, 12-10-2024, 03:16 PM

SAKHIR, Bahrain – Nissan's amazing winning run in international LM P2 prototype competition has come to an end with G-Drive Racing earning the honor of scoring the final FIA World Endurance Championship victory with NISMO power.After scoring five race wins in 2011 in the FIA WEC's predecessor, the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup, Nissan debuted in the WEC when the championship launched in 2012.In the first year, Nissan's 4.5-liter VK45DEV8 engine won five of the eight races. But since 2013, Nissan has been unbeaten while recording a remarkable 35 consecutive FIA WEC victories in a row.In that time, NISMO powered Oak Racing (2013), SMP Racing (2014), G-Drive Racing (2015) and Signatech Alpine (2016) to championship success in the LM P2 class.Nissan also powered the race victory in the LM P2 class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans for Greaves Motorsport (2011), OAK Racing (2013), Jota Sport (2014), KCMG (2015) and Signatech Alpine (2016).In European Le Mans Series competition Nissan also scored six consecutive LM P2 championships."We're sad that our time as an LM P2 engine supplier has come to end in the FIA WEC, but after five seasons and 37 victories we are immensely proud of our involvement and grateful to have had the opportunity to power so many teams to victory," said NISMO Global Motorsport Director Mike Carcamo. "The fact that LM P2 was an open engine competition, and we have become so successful that every single team in this year's championship chose NISMO power, is very rewarding. Despite the rule change for next year, Nissan remains committed to prototype-style racing through LMP3 competition. Our VK45DE engine will also remain available for teams competing in the Asian Le Mans Series."Two of this year's LM P3 championship winning drivers, Mike Guasch and Alex Brundle (United Autosport), got to test LM P2 machinery in Bahrain after the final FIA WEC with Manor WEC. Brundle has enjoyed a busy season; he not only won the LM P3 with Nissan power but also drove with Roman Rusinov and René Rast in Saturday's P2 win with G-Drive Racing.Nissan Bows Out of LMP2 with @FIAWEC Season Sweep: https://t.co/vzFQlER00l @NISMO #WEC pic.twitter.com/t7dxrIic65— Sportscar365 (@sportscar365) November 22, 2016NISMO CalendarDecember 3-4 Australian Supercars, Homebush Street Circuit, Sydney, NSW,AustraliaDecember 11 NISMO Festival, Fuji International Speedway, Japan # # #ContactJane Johnstone Marketing Communications Director Global Motorsport Communications Nissan/NISMO Phone: +44 7979 710646 Email: [email protected] Ryan Marketing and PR Manager Phone: +1 678 644 0404 Email: [email protected]

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Nissan donates vehicles to eight South African entrepreneurs

by News Feeder, 12-10-2024, 02:17 PM

ROSSLYN, South Africa – Nissan South Africa has announced that it will donate eight vehicles to dynamic South African entrepreneurs to support and help grow their businesses, in partnership with the National Empowerment Fund (NEF).The sponsorship includes four Nissan NP200 Base models, one NP200 Base+ model, two NP300 Hardbodys and one NV350 panel van.The vehicles will be handed over by Director Corporate and General Affairs at Nissan Group of Africa, Wonga Mesatywa, and NEF CEO Philisiwe Mthethwa at an event at Nissan’s headquarters, in Rosslyn, Pretoria, on November 23."Small and medium-sized enterprises form the backbone of the South African economy," said Mesatywa. "It is estimated that they provide employment to roughly 60 percent of the labor force and account for about 34 percent of South Africa’s GDP. Nissan is in the business of building brands, in producing innovation that excites, and in helping small businesses succeed so that they can continue to create jobs and to support the economy. We believe that these eight beneficiaries have built strong business models and we hope that our vehicles can make their day-to-day activities a little easier and a lot more fulfilling."The beneficiaries include:The FOSST Discovery Centre at the University of Fort Hare, which will use its vehicle to coordinate community-based science projects as part of its efforts to enable and encourage the youth to follow careers in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.Khuvena Consultancy CC, trading as Engen Palm Valley, a 100 percent black-owned service station in Roodepoort. Owners Vukani and Nokuthula Khumalo will use their vehicle to transport stock and a variety of day to day activities.Okubabayo (Pty) Ltd., a manufacturer of atchaar in Krugersdorp, is a B-BBEE level Two Contributor with 125 percent B-BBEE procurement recognition. It will use its vehicle to grow its business by increasing its stockist footprint.Masefane Trading CC is 100 percent black and female-owned construction and civil works company that will use its vehicle to transport equipment to construction sites.Dandozest is a 100 percent black woman-owned catering business headed by chef Nontuthuko Constance Shandu. She will use her new vehicle to transport catering equipment."One of the market failures that confront black entrepreneurs is limited own capital, and the acquisition of a valuable asset such as business vehicles goes a long way towards improving productivity and growth," said Mthethwa. "That is why the NEF encourages more and more players in the private sector to support enterprise development because it is a direct contribution to inclusive growth. Nissan South Africa must be commended for being a patriotic corporate citizen and embracing the spirit and purport of the BBBEE policy of Government."About Nissan Motor Co. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and is part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 247,500 employees globally, Nissan sold 5.32 million vehicles and generated revenue of 11.38 trillion yen (USD 103.6 billion) in fiscal year 2014. Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. Nissan leads the world in zero-emission mobility, dominated by sales of the LEAF, the first mass-market, pure-electric vehicle. It is the best-selling EV in history. For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at Nissan-Global.com/EN/. # # #

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Infiniti, in collaboration with Emotiv Inc., seeks to measure human excitement with t

by News Feeder, 11-10-2024, 03:52 PM

DUBAI, UAE – Infiniti Middle East, in collaboration with Emotiv Inc., has announced the launch of an innovative new study where Infiniti will seek to identify and measure the level of human excitement unleashed when individuals get behind the wheel of the recently launched Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400.Over the course of the next four weeks, customers around the Middle East region will have the opportunity to drive the Q50 Red Sport 400 wearing the pioneering Emotiv Insight headsets that will measure their mental performance indicators and sub-conscious responses to characterize their driving experience.Rolled out under the banner of #UnleashYourPotential, the study aims to demonstrate how the changes in brain activity when driving the powerful sports sedan can affect enjoyment, excitement, engagement and focus, improving driving performance and thereby increasing their potential. "With new turbocharged engines and a range of enhanced technologies, the new Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 delivers a truly empowering drive," said Juergen Schmitz, managing director, Infiniti Middle East. "It delivers an experience that provokes powerful emotions, passion and excitement, enabling its driver to really push their limits. Through our collaboration with Emotiv Inc., we are now focusing on translating what this emotion, power and excitement really means through a unique and innovative study that will allow us to quantitatively test how the Q50 Red Sport 400 helps our drivers to 'Unleash their potential.'"Emotiv Insight is a sleek, five-channel, wireless EEG headset that records your brainwaves and translates them into meaningful and easily understandable data. Emotiv Insight is the only device in its category that offers five EEG sensors plus two reference sensors. Emotiv's headsets provide in-depth information on brain activity and are the most technically advanced and credible consumer EEG devices on the market.Customers in the UAE seeking to participate in this unique experiment should contact their nearest Infiniti representative to register their interest. Held over the next four weeks, Infiniti plans to showcase the results of this study at a unique and visually exciting regional event for which more details will be unveiled as the study draws to a conclusion."At Infiniti, we design and build vehicles that push human potential," said Schmitz. "We build technologies that enhance the senses, create design that demands a response and deliver performance that makes the driver feel alive. We are confident that the result of this study will truly showcase the truly empowering drive that our Q50 Red Sport 400 users can expect."The Q50 Red Sport 400 features a 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine with direct injection that delivers 400hp (298 kW) at 6,400 rpm and 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) maximum torque at 1,600-5,200 rpm. It also features a host of technological advancements that include Directive Adaptive Steering, Dynamic Digital Suspension and safety innovations that include Back-up Collision Intervention with Cross Traffic Alert, Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection.About INFINITI INFINITI Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations in over 50 countries. The INFINITI brand was launched in 1989. Its range of premium automobiles is currently built in manufacturing facilities in Japan, the United States, United Kingdom and China. INFINITI plans to also expand manufacturing into Mexico by 2017. INFINITI design studios are located in Atsugi-Shi near Yokohama, London, San Diego and Beijing.INFINITI is in the middle of a major product offensive. The brand has been widely acclaimed for its daring design and innovative driver-assistance technologies. From the 2016 season, INFINITI is a technical partner of the Renault Sport Formula 1® team, contributing its expertise in hybrid performance.More information about INFINITI and its industry leading technologies can be found at http://www.INFINITI.com/. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and see all our latest videos on YouTube. # # #ContactSamantha Pang INFINITI Global Communications Phone : +852 3948 0148 Mobile: +852 9447 9742 [email protected]

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