TMC Announces Changes to Board Members and at the Sub-executive Managerial Level

by News Feeder, 04-05-2024, 03:48 AM

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces the appointment of new members of the Board of Directors, which had been ratified today at TMC's General Shareholders Meeting. After the meeting, the representative directors and directors with special titles were appointed at a meeting of the Board of Directors. In addition, changes were made to board members' areas of responsibility, and to personnel at the sub-executive managerial level.

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Nissan announces development of the world’s first SOFC-powered vehicle system that ru

by News Feeder, 03-05-2024, 03:46 AM

YOKOHAMA, Japan (June 14, 2016) – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that it is currently researching and developing a Solid Oxide Fuel-Cell (SOFC)-powered system that runs on bio-ethanol electric power. The new system— a world first for automotive use—features an e-Bio Fuel-Cell with an SOFC power generator. SOFC is a fuel cell utilizing the reaction of multiple fuels, including ethanol and natural gas, with oxygen to produce electricity with high efficiency.About e-Bio Fuel-Cell The e-Bio Fuel Cell generates electricity through the SOFC (power generator) using bio-ethanol stored in the vehicle. The e-Bio Fuel-Cell utilizes hydrogen transformed from fuel via a reformer and atmospheric oxygen, with the subsequent electrochemical reaction producing electricity to power the vehicle.Unlike conventional systems, e-Bio Fuel-Cell features SOFC as its power source, affording greater power efficiency to give the vehicle cruising ranges similar to gasoline-powered cars (more than 600km). In addition, the e-Bio Fuel-Cell car’s distinct electric-drive features—including silent drive, linear start-up and brisk acceleration—allow users to enjoy the joys and comfort of a pure electric vehicle (EV). Fuel-cell systems use chemicals that react with oxygen, generating power without release of harmful byproducts. Bio-ethanol fuels, including those sourced from sugarcane and corn, are widely available in countries in North and South America, and Asia. The e-Bio Fuel-Cell, using bio-ethanol, can offer eco-friendly transportation and create opportunities in regional energy production, while supporting existing infrastructure.When power is generated in a fuel-cell system, CO2 is usually emitted., With the bio-ethanol system, CO2 emissions are neutralized from the growing process of sugarcane making up the bio-fuel, allowing it to have a “Carbon-Neutral Cycle,” with nearly no CO2 increase whatsoever.The Future of e-Bio Fuel-CellIn the future, the e-Bio Fuel-Cell will become even more user-friendly. Ethanol-blended water is easier and safer to handle than most other fuels. As this will remove limits on creating a totally new infrastructure, it has great potential for market growth.Running costs will be remarkably low—on par with today’s EVs, ultimately benefitting the public as well as businesses, because the e-Bio Fuel-Cell is an ideal fit for wider customer needs because of the short refueling time and ample power supply that can support a range of services such as refrigerated delivery.The Quest for a Zero-Emission SocietyIn pursuit of realizing a zero-emission and zero-fatality society for cars, Nissan continues to promote vehicle intelligence and electrification. Nissan’s brand promise of “Innovation That Excites” is delivered with “Nissan Intelligent Mobility”, which focuses on how cars are powered, driven and integrated into society through a more enjoyable driving experience.The e-Bio Fuel-Cell will realize the concept of “Nissan Intelligent Power,” promoting greater efficiency and electrification of cars and the joys of driving, alongside battery EVs, such as the “Nissan Leaf”, “Nissan e-NV200,” and “e-Power,” which is equipped with an engine housing an exclusive large-capacity motor and power generator.Nissan will continue to provide value to its customers by incorporating systems that enable the extraction of electric power from various fuels, while addressing the infrastructure issues tied to energy supply in every region of the world. ###

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Nissan PlayStation GT Academy enters eighth year

by News Feeder, 02-05-2024, 01:44 PM

YOKOHAMA, Japan –Nissan PlayStation GT Academy today launched the latest iteration of its virtual to real race competition. This year, six territories are hosting the global initiative, which has seen six million entrants since it first launched in 2008.Hopeful racers residing in the following countries will be able to enter the competition: Australia, Indonesia, Mexico, North Africa (Algeria, Egypt and Morocco), Philippines and Thailand.Further regions are set to launch their own GT Academy competitions at a later date in conjunction with Gran Turismo Sport, releasing on the PlayStation 4 from November 15.As part of the longstanding partnership with Nissan, Polyphony Digital are supporting this competition with a unique, early version of Gran Turismo Sport featuring Nissan only cars for the live recruitment phase of GT Academy 2016, meaning that those participating in GT Academy 2016 will be amongst the first to experience this early version of Gran Turismo Sport before its release date.Related Story: Nissan Concept 2020 Vision Gran Turismo displayed at launch of new Grand Turismo Sport game in LondonAn amazing prize is once again on offer to the overall winner of the Nissan PlayStation GT Academy 2016. He or she will receive an intensive driver development program that will see them qualify for an International Race License so that they can go on to race in a prestigious 24H International Endurance Race for Nissan (or equivalent prize).Hopefuls from around the world will be looking to follow in the footsteps of current NISMO Athletes and former GT Academy winners including Jann Marenborough, Lucas Ordóñez, Ricardo Sanchez, Romain Sarazin and Matt Simmons."I entered the GT Academy competition to achieve my dream of becoming a professional racing driver," said Simmons, winner of the 2015 International GT Academy. "GT Academy is an opportunity to make your racing dream come true. To make the most of it, you have to believe in yourself and your abilities but most of all, enjoy the experience." # # #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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Toyota Alvark Tokyo Corporation Established to Welcome Toyota's Men's Basketball Team

by News Feeder, 02-05-2024, 02:33 AM

Toyota Motor Corporation and Mitsui & Co. Foresight Ltd. have jointly established a new company: Toyota Alvark Tokyo Corporation. This new management company, located in Tokyo where the team will be based, is formed in conjunction with the conversion of Toyota's men's basketball team, the Alvark, into a professional team. With the advent of this new company, Alvark Tokyo will begin competing in the Japanese men's professional basketball league, the B. League, which will commence in the autumn of 2016.

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problems idling

by RCarter, 01-05-2024, 10:03 AM

my s2000 has seemed to develop a problem idling, it seems to pulse and the engine does not like it when coasting up to a junction with the clutch down.

its absolutely chucking it down right now, but i want to check the spark plugs. can anyone thing of anything else that could have any effect on it?


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Carbon fibre wrap

by Moley, 01-05-2024, 08:12 AM

I'm looking at doing a bit or carbon fibre wrapping on my car . Any tips on what kind to buy ? Both for inside and out.
Cheers moley

All-new 2016 Honda Civic Coupe Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Rating

by News Feeder, 29-04-2024, 07:49 PM

Six 2016 Honda models have now earned top IIHS safety ratings 10th-Generation Civic features next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure and available Honda Sensing™ safety and driver-assistive technology The sporty, sophisticated and dramatically redesigned 2016 Honda Civic Coupe can now lay claim to safety leadership after earning the highest available collision safety rating of TOP SAFETY PICK+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (I...

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A Q&A with NISMO Athlete and Olympic cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy ahead of his Le Man

by News Feeder, 29-04-2024, 03:20 PM

Sir @chrishoy's impending @24hoursoflemans debut featured in @ST_Driving section in the UK https://t.co/PvTje1FYst pic.twitter.com/wkgy8OZurJ— Nissan NISMO (@NISMO) June 7, 2016 LE MANS, France – NISMO Athlete and Olympic cycling legend will make his Le Mans debut next week driving a Nissan-powered LM P2 class car in his debut at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Hoy is the first ever summer Olympic medalist to contest the race. Hoy won last year's LM P3 class championship with Nissan power in the European Le Mans Series. Following is a Q&A with Hoy ahead of the race.Q1: What is it about Le Mans that first captured your attention? Hoy: It's one of these events that you don't have to be into motorsport to know about it and to have heard of. It's almost bigger than motorsport. It has global recognition. As a kid I had Scalextric toy cars and I remember asking my dad when I was about six years of age what this car I liked was; he said it had raced the Le Mans 24-hour race.It's a unique event that as an amateur you can get to compete in a global, internationally respected sporting event. I can't think of anything else that you get the chance to compete at the same time as the best athletes in the world. It's unique in that respect and I just saw it as a huge challenge and one that I really wanted to try and take on.Q2: When you tested the LM P3 car at Le Mans last year, what were the biggest takeaways that you got from Le Mans?Hoy: I think it's such a different kind of track from what I've driven before or since. It has unique demands on the car and the driver, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a really wet, day – pretty miserable day – but I had a great time and I just can't wait to get back there to race. Testing is one thing, but racing is completely different. I am looking forward to the challenge of it.Q3: What would success at Le Mans mean to you if you managed to get on the podium? Hoy: It sounds like a cop out but I'm really not thinking about results or finishing positions. All I'm thinking about now is trying to do the best job I can.Whenever I'm in the car my plan is to drive to the absolute limit of my abilities – not beyond it – and bring the car back in one piece because you have to finish the race. It's a challenge for the car, let alone the challenge of the racing. The challenge is to survive the race. I'm really not thinking about anything beyond what I've got to do. As soon as you start letting yourself day dream about winning the race or getting on the podium it distracts you from the job you have to do. Q4: Are you more nervous in the car or more nervous standing in the pits watching one of your co-drivers on track? Hoy: When you're in the car you don't have time to be nervous. You're so focused on what you're doing, and it's so intense. The nerves come usually watching the start of the race.If you're not in the car and watching the start, it's really nerve-wracking because it's so unpredictable. Any race, when you're standing there watching your teammate and thinking that the whole thing can be over on the first lap.When he gets through the first laps and he settles in, I think the nerves have settled in as well. Then you start thinking about your role and what you have to do.Q5: When you first began in LM P3 last year, was winning the Championship on your mind at all? Hoy: Absolutely not. I'm sure Charlie (Robertson) would say the opposite. I think he's won every Championship he's entered since he's started racing, but for me I never considered the option. For me it was such a step up and there were so many things to consider to try and take on board.I really hadn't thought about winning. In many ways, it's a good way to be because it took care of itself as well, because if we did the job we're supposed to do, the results followed.Even claiming the title at Paul Ricard – we didn't know that we were going to win it and we didn't expect to win it with one round to go.The other car had to not finish the race and we had to win. That's what happened: We won and they didn't finish, and we ended up taking the Championship. It was the furthest thing from our mind.Q6: Are your competitive instincts the same whether you're in the car, riding for a gold medal or going back to when you were doing BMX as a kid? Hoy: It's exactly the same. There's no difference – the same instinct, the same determination from being a kid, to getting to the Olympics, to now.It's all the same experience, the same feeling and I think that's a big reason why I do it. It's not just the thrill of driving because that is a big part of it – the excitement, the speed and the adrenaline – but the competition is definitely a big part of it too. It's the challenge as well. It's having that question: “Can I do this?”I've always enjoyed posing questions to myself during my whole career. I don't know if I can do this, but let's give it a go and let's give it my best shot. It was the same through my whole cycling career, and that's what it's been like with the cars too. Strength in numbers - 21 @nissan engines on the grid at #LeMans24. 35% of the entire field. https://t.co/xtvNhrWXyZ pic.twitter.com/eY3fKepIbI— Nissan NISMO (@NISMO) June 9, 2016 Q7: What are the similarities between the support staff that you have at the Olympics, or on a National team, and the crew and the support that you have at a racetrack? Hoy: Cycling is one of the first sports aside from motorsport to really grasp the importance of teamwork in terms of every single person – not just the athletes – but everybody and the importance of their role.If everyone buys into the same common goal, then they all feel a part of the overall success that happens, and they can commiserate with themselves when it doesn't. It's a proper team spirit, but it's the commitment from every single person – no matter what their role is on the team and doing their very, very best, understanding what their role means to the team on a grander scale, a bigger scale.The British Cycling team really bought into that. They used that type of motorsport philosophy. Therefore, when I came into motorsport I found it very easy to integrate with the team because it's a way of working that I really enjoy and am quite used to.Q8: You are part Team GB Greats program, a mentoring role at the Rio Olympics. From a motor racing perspective, who is your Chris Hoy? Who is your Team GB Great when it comes to your motor racing career? Hoy: In terms of heroes, Colin McRae was my hero. He was the person who I became really interested in motorsport because of watching him. When he was coming up through the ranks, and he became World Champion, he just got me inspired to consider motorsport in the first place.And now, in terms of the people looking after me, assisting me and trying to help me achieve my goals, it's guys like Stewart Mosely and the NISMO support network.I'm lucky to have a team of people that are willing and able to help me improve. NISMO has done the same role with the GT Academy winners – taking guys with no racing experience at all and yet within a year or two years are right up there with the best in the world.Q9: What are the differences in the training you have to do between being an Olympic cyclists and a top-level racing driver? Hoy: The physical demands as a driver are a lot greater than most people would expect. You have to be very fit, but as a driver your physical condition is not the most important thing compared to my cycling career where your physical condition was everything.In motorsport it's kind of half and half: You have to have the physical capabilities, but it's the skill and the ability to concentrate and not make mistakes that really determines whether you win or lose.When I started the thing that I couldn't believe was how tired I was after a race. Not so much a physical ache in my muscles, but I was just drained. The level of focus and concentration that you have to sustain for the two-hour stint or longer is quite incredible.I got out of the car after one of my runs in the British GT series and my eyes were completely bloodshot. I'd realized I had hardly blinked the whole race and literally had my eyes wide open and they were bright red.You can never convey the intensity of the driving with onboard videos and all that kind of stuff. It never gives the viewer a proper flavor of just how intense it is. When you're done with your stint and you watch the video of your onboard, it always looks unimpressive compared to how it was in the car itself. It's hard to explain to the general public just how intense that experience is when you're in the driver's seat. We filled 19 of the top 20 times in LMP2 at teh #LeMans24 test day. Find out who was fastest https://t.co/cDHhx8OgOV pic.twitter.com/WUafvXBVwR— Nissan NISMO (@NISMO) June 7, 2016 Q10: In your cycling career, it was about the big sprint events. Now, in your motor racing career, it's all about endurance. Talk about the differences in the mindset of the racing perspective. Hoy: The similarities are the importance of focusing and not dwelling on the things that can go wrong like the potential for accidents or problems. You only ever think about what you have control over. That's kind of what I did on the bike as well. The differences would be that you can't win the race in the first corner, but you can definitely lose it.It's about control and understanding when to make your move. It's such a one big effort on the bike, literally a split second decision and that was it, you either made or you didn't make it. With the driving you understand that there are moments like that but you also plan for the longer game.There are some races where you have to concede a battle and win the war. But you can go over the line, make a mistake and lose the race in one moment. It's about learning about control because it's a big part of it I think – being able to think beyond the moment.Q11: Are there similarities in how you work with your guys in the ELMS and at Le Mans compared to the team sprint events that you used to compete in as well? Hoy: I think the similarities would be that you just have to do the job that you have to do and you trust your teammates to do their job. It's just a case of understanding what you need to do to help the team. If people make mistakes and don't perform as well as they hope, you don't get angry with them or frustrated with them because you understand that that can happen to yourself.It can happen to anyone, any time. I learned that from cycling, you can't always be the strongest of the team, so if you don't have a good result, you support your teammates and help them through it.It's also different because I'm the least experienced on the team, and I'm very much the amateur in the pro setup, so I take a lot more from my teammates in motorsport and learn a lot more from them than I had done in the past in cycling when you're all on a level playing field.Q12: When your son grows up, do you want him to be a cyclist or to get into racing. Is he growing up thinking dad is a racing driver? Hoy: Two-wheels would be easier on my wallet I think! Anything that he wants to do I'll support him, no matter if it's sport or music or whatever passion he has. His mum and I will support him. If he did either cycling or motorsport, I'd love it. Just not sure that I can afford the motorsport, but if I could that would be cool. Read about Sir @ChrisHoy's impending #LeMans24 debut. Clocked up 409km at the test yesterday https://t.co/m1pJVa0JwW pic.twitter.com/jAuejKn0h4— Nissan NISMO (@NISMO) June 6, 2016 # # # 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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[Feature] Le Mans Calling for Toyota GAZOO Racing

by News Feeder, 29-04-2024, 06:47 AM

Toyota GAZOO Racing is prepared and positive ahead of the 84th running of the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours, the highlight of the 2016 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season.

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Infiniti executives talk key industry topics during Arab luxury world

by News Feeder, 28-04-2024, 03:23 PM

DUBAI, UAE – For the third year in a row, Infiniti, one of the fastest growing premium automotive brands in the Middle East, was the sole automotive partner for the Arab Luxury World conference in 2016.In addition to their tactical partnership, the event also featured the participation of key Infiniti executives speaking on various trends and industry topics in the region.#InfinitiME executive participating at the #arabluxuryworld16 panel session about Arab Millennials and Luxury pic.twitter.com/wVUoPSIgoY— Infiniti Middle East (@InfinitiME) June 2, 2016Headlining the opening panel on the first day was Juergen Schmitz, managing director, Infiniti Middle East. Discussing his views during the opening panel on "The New Norm," which seeks to identify how the luxury landscape in the region is changing. Schmitz and his esteemed panelists focused on specifics that included market trends, sector outlooks and areas of opportunity.Facebook Live Session on "The New Norm" The second panel on the day was on "Digital Strategy," a hot topic in lieu of the constant changes in the regional media landscape and how brands successfully deploy the use of digital within their business. Francesca Ciaudano, deputy GM, Marketing and Public Relations, shared her thoughts on how digital has transformed the manner in which brands engage with customers. What was also highlighted is the importance of having a multi-platform approach to digital engagement as well as the various tools to measure and deliver a strong ROI.Facebook Live Session on "Digital Strategy" The second day featured Karsten Jankowski, senior manager, Marketing, who participated in a session on "Millenials" seeking to identify how luxury brands need to approach marketing to them. Key insights shared were how brands need to have a more focused approach in terms of their strategy, while also paying special attention to adding emotional and aspirational value to millennial focused campaigns in order to be more effective.Held on an annual basis, Arab Luxury World was a two-day conference by Mediaquest that brought together over 600 high-profile individuals from across the luxury industry including manufacturers, retailers, distributors, financial sector players and fashion designers – in addition to decision makers and consumers from the region and beyond. The exclusive event took place from June 1 to 2 at The Westin Mina Seyahi in Dubai, UAE.Want to know how others perceive you? Visit #Infiniti Mirror Mirror at #arabluxuryworld16 to find out #DriveEveryYou pic.twitter.com/FpOtA0Do1Q— Infiniti Middle East (@InfinitiME) June 2, 2016One ride combines what professionals of #arabluxuryworld16 have in common. #DriveEveryYou with #Infiniti #QX60 pic.twitter.com/NXO8eLx8FM— Infiniti Middle East (@InfinitiME) June 2, 2016About 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 One 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. # # # ContactKarin Zhang Director, Corporate and Internal Communications Infiniti Global Communications Infiniti Motor Company Ltd., Hong Kong Phone: +852 3948 0195 Mobile: +852 9542 1701 Email: [email protected]

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